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Beelink EQR7 (7735U 16GB + 500GB) vs GMKtec K17 Plus (32GB + 1TB)

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Updated October 2026
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The GMKtec K17 Plus (32GB + 1TB) takes this matchup on newer silicon and more of everything.
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Its Intel Core Ultra 7 258V pairs Arc 140V graphics with a 47 TOPS NPU and feeds on 32GB of LPDDR5X-8533 and a 1TB drive, against the eight-core Ryzen 7 7735U, 16GB of LPDDR5 and 500GB SSD in the Beelink EQR7 (7735U 16GB + 500GB). The GMKtec also adds a USB4 port and a second HDMI 2.1 output, so it drives up to three displays where the Beelink is limited to two HDMI ports. The Beelink EQR7 (7735U 16GB + 500GB) is not without answers: it is the less expensive of the two, carries a three-year warranty against one year, has dual 2.5G Ethernet instead of a single port, and its power supply is built in. Buy the GMKtec for current Intel hardware and expansion room; buy the Beelink EQR7 for value, wired redundancy and a quieter, simpler box.
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FeatureBeelink EQR7 (7735U 16GB + 500GB)GMKtec K17 Plus (32GB + 1TB)Winner
Price$479.00$1099.99Beelink EQR7 (7735U 16GB + 500GB)
Rating4.34.7GMKtec K17 Plus (32GB + 1TB)
Warranty3 years1 yearBeelink EQR7 (7735U 16GB + 500GB)
Memory TypeLPDDR5LPDDR5XGMKtec K17 Plus (32GB + 1TB)
Memory Speed4800 MT/s8533 MT/sGMKtec K17 Plus (32GB + 1TB)
Memory Capacity16 GB32 GBGMKtec K17 Plus (32GB + 1TB)
Storage Capacity500 GB1 TBGMKtec K17 Plus (32GB + 1TB)
CPU ModelAMD Ryzen 7 7735UIntel Core Ultra 7 258VDifferent strengths
Memory ConfigurationDual-channelSoldered (non-upgradeable)Different strengths
GPU ModelAMD Radeon 680M (12 CUs)Intel Arc 140VDifferent strengths

What the differences mean

Processor and platform

The GMKtec K17 Plus (32GB + 1TB) runs Intel's newer Core Ultra 7 258V with Arc 140V graphics and a 47 TOPS NPU. The Beelink EQR7 (7735U 16GB + 500GB) uses an eight-core Ryzen 7 7735U with Radeon 680M and no NPU, so it trails on graphics and has nothing for on-device AI.

Memory and storage

The GMKtec K17 Plus (32GB + 1TB) ships double the memory and double the storage, with 32GB of LPDDR5X at 8533 MT/s and a 1TB NVMe drive. The Beelink EQR7 (7735U 16GB + 500GB) starts at 16GB and 500GB, and both machines solder their memory, so neither can be upgraded later.

Display and USB4

The GMKtec K17 Plus (32GB + 1TB) offers a USB4 port carrying data, video and 100W power, plus two HDMI 2.1 outputs for three displays. The Beelink EQR7 (7735U 16GB + 500GB) has only two HDMI ports, with no DisplayPort, USB4 or Thunderbolt.

Wired networking and power

The Beelink EQR7 (7735U 16GB + 500GB) has two 2.5G Ethernet ports, where the GMKtec K17 Plus (32GB + 1TB) has one, so the Beelink suits network duties better. The Beelink also builds its 85W supply into the case, while the GMKtec uses an external 100W adapter.

Warranty

The Beelink EQR7 (7735U 16GB + 500GB) is covered for three years and the GMKtec K17 Plus (32GB + 1TB) for one, a real difference on a machine meant to run every day. The Beelink is also the more affordable of the two.

Which one to buy if

What owners say

Owners of the Beelink EQR7 (7735U 16GB + 500GB) describe it as near silent even under load, quick for everyday work and light enough to tuck away, and many run it as a small home server with virtual machines and containers. They consistently praise the Windows 11 Pro licence, the built-in power supply that removes the external brick, and the value at its price, with the Radeon 680M handling older games at reduced settings. The recurring caveat is the 16GB of LPDDR5 soldered to the board, which can never be expanded, and a few owners note the HDMI-only output with no DisplayPort or USB4, a plain plastic case and no VESA mount in the box. Isolated reports mention unexpected restarts.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is better overall: Beelink EQR7 (7735U 16GB + 500GB) or GMKtec K17 Plus (32GB + 1TB)?

The GMKtec K17 Plus (32GB + 1TB) wins on newer silicon, more memory and storage, USB4 and triple-display output. The Beelink EQR7 (7735U 16GB + 500GB) is the value pick, with dual Ethernet, an internal power supply and a longer warranty.

What is the biggest difference between the Beelink EQR7 (7735U 16GB + 500GB) and the GMKtec K17 Plus (32GB + 1TB)?

The platform and the memory. The GMKtec K17 Plus (32GB + 1TB) uses Intel's Core Ultra 7 258V with a 47 TOPS NPU, 32GB of LPDDR5X and a 1TB drive, while the Beelink EQR7 (7735U 16GB + 500GB) has an older Ryzen 7 7735U, 16GB of LPDDR5 and 500GB.

Can the memory or storage be upgraded on either machine?

Memory cannot, on either. Both the Beelink EQR7 (7735U 16GB + 500GB) and the GMKtec K17 Plus (32GB + 1TB) use soldered memory, so you choose the capacity at purchase. Storage is different: both offer a second M.2 slot for more SSD space.

Which has better connectivity, the Beelink EQR7 (7735U 16GB + 500GB) or the GMKtec K17 Plus (32GB + 1TB)?

They trade strengths. The Beelink EQR7 (7735U 16GB + 500GB) has two 2.5G Ethernet ports and an internal power supply, while the GMKtec K17 Plus (32GB + 1TB) adds USB4, Wi-Fi 6E and a third display output through a second HDMI 2.1 port.

Who should buy the Beelink EQR7 (7735U 16GB + 500GB)?

Anyone who wants a quiet, compact desktop or small home server for less money, values dual wired network ports, and would rather not manage an external power brick. The three-year warranty is a plus.

Who should buy the GMKtec K17 Plus (32GB + 1TB)?

Buyers who want current Intel hardware, 32GB of memory out of the box, USB4 with power delivery and three display outputs, and who can accept a one-year warranty and a single Ethernet port.

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