Winner
Updated October 2026
Data from the official Beelink and GMKtec sites.
2026 verdict
Two mid-range mini PCs with different ideas about memory, and the Beelink EQR7 (7735U 16GB + 500GB) edges this comparison over the GMKtec NucBox M2 Pro S (16GB + 1TB) on price and on newer memory.
The Beelink EQR7 (7735U 16GB + 500GB) carries an eight-core Ryzen 7 7735U, LPDDR5 memory and Radeon 680M graphics, a built-in 85W power supply, two M.2 PCIe 4.0 slots and dual 2.5G Ethernet, with a three-year warranty. The GMKtec NucBox M2 Pro S (16GB + 1TB) answers with a Core i7-1185G7, 16GB of upgradeable DDR4, a 1TB drive and triple-display output, and it rates slightly higher with owners. Choose the GMKtec NucBox M2 Pro S (16GB + 1TB) for the bigger drive and memory you can grow, and the Beelink EQR7 (7735U 16GB + 500GB) for the newer platform and the internal power supply.
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| Feature | Beelink EQR7 (7735U 16GB + 500GB) | GMKtec NucBox M2 Pro S (16GB + 1TB) | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $479.00 | $499.98 | Beelink EQR7 (7735U 16GB + 500GB) |
| Warranty | 3 years | 1 year | Beelink EQR7 (7735U 16GB + 500GB) |
| Memory Type | LPDDR5 | DDR4 | Beelink EQR7 (7735U 16GB + 500GB) |
| Memory Speed | 4800 MT/s | 3200 MT/s | Beelink EQR7 (7735U 16GB + 500GB) |
| Storage Capacity | 500 GB | 1 TB | GMKtec NucBox M2 Pro S (16GB + 1TB) |
| CPU Model | AMD Ryzen 7 7735U | Intel Core i7-1185G7 | Different strengths |
| GPU Model | AMD Radeon 680M (12 CUs) | Intel Iris Xe Graphics G7 (96 EUs, 1.35 GHz) | Different strengths |
| Rating | 4.3 | 4.3 | Tie |
| Memory Configuration | Dual-channel | Dual-channel | Tie |
| Memory Capacity | 16 GB | 16 GB | Tie |
What the differences mean
Processor and graphics
The Beelink EQR7 (7735U 16GB + 500GB) runs an eight-core Ryzen 7 7735U with Radeon 680M graphics. The GMKtec NucBox M2 Pro S (16GB + 1TB) runs a four-core Core i7-1185G7 with Iris Xe graphics, so the Beelink has more cores and a stronger integrated GPU.
Memory
The Beelink EQR7 (7735U 16GB + 500GB) has 16GB of LPDDR5-4800 soldered to the board and no upgrade path. The GMKtec NucBox M2 Pro S (16GB + 1TB) has 16GB of DDR4-3200 in SODIMM slots and takes up to 64GB.
Power
The Beelink EQR7 (7735U 16GB + 500GB) has an 85W power supply inside the case, so it runs from a single AC cable. The GMKtec NucBox M2 Pro S (16GB + 1TB) uses an external 100W brick on the desk.
Video and warranty
The GMKtec NucBox M2 Pro S (16GB + 1TB) drives three 4K displays through two HDMI ports and a USB-C output, but carries a one-year warranty. The Beelink EQR7 (7735U 16GB + 500GB) is HDMI only and covers two screens, with three years of cover.
Which one to buy if
- you want memory you can grow later
The GMKtec NucBox M2 Pro S (16GB + 1TB) takes DDR4 to 64GB, while the Beelink EQR7 (7735U 16GB + 500GB) is fixed at 16GB.
- you want the quietest machine with no power brick on the desk
The Beelink EQR7 (7735U 16GB + 500GB) has an internal 85W supply and cooling that owners call near-silent.
- you want the bigger drive and a second storage bay free
The GMKtec NucBox M2 Pro S (16GB + 1TB) ships a 1TB drive and leaves a second M.2 bay open.
- you need three monitors
Only the GMKtec NucBox M2 Pro S (16GB + 1TB) has a third video output, through its USB-C port.
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$479.00
- + Price: $479.00
- + Warranty: 3 years
- + Memory Type: LPDDR5
- - Storage Capacity: 500 GB vs 1 TB
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$499.98
$649.99
- + Storage Capacity: 1 TB
- - Price: $499.98 vs $479.00
- - Warranty: 1 year vs 3 years
What owners say
Beelink EQR7 (7735U 16GB + 500GB) owners keep praising two things: how quiet it stays even under load, and how much fits in a box that sits in one hand. Many describe it as fast and responsive for office work, media playback and light gaming, and they like that the power supply is built in, so it runs from a single cable. Running a small home server with virtual machines or Proxmox comes up too. The warnings are consistent: the 16GB of LPDDR5 is soldered and cannot be upgraded, video output is HDMI only with no DisplayPort or USB4, there is no VESA mount, and a few buyers mention unexpected restarts and a plain plastic case.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better overall: Beelink EQR7 (7735U 16GB + 500GB) or GMKtec NucBox M2 Pro S (16GB + 1TB)?
The Beelink EQR7 (7735U 16GB + 500GB), on newer memory, a stronger integrated GPU, an internal power supply and a longer warranty. The GMKtec NucBox M2 Pro S (16GB + 1TB) wins on upgradeable memory and a bigger drive.
What is the biggest difference between the Beelink EQR7 (7735U 16GB + 500GB) and the GMKtec NucBox M2 Pro S (16GB + 1TB)?
Memory. The Beelink EQR7 (7735U 16GB + 500GB) has 16GB of soldered LPDDR5, while the GMKtec NucBox M2 Pro S (16GB + 1TB) has 16GB of DDR4 in SODIMM slots that can be taken to 64GB.
Can the Beelink EQR7 (7735U 16GB + 500GB) memory be upgraded?
No. Its 16GB of LPDDR5 is soldered, so buyers who may need more should consider the GMKtec NucBox M2 Pro S (16GB + 1TB) instead.
Which one is better for light gaming?
The Beelink EQR7 (7735U 16GB + 500GB), whose Radeon 680M is the stronger integrated GPU. The GMKtec NucBox M2 Pro S (16GB + 1TB) has Iris Xe graphics suited to lighter titles.
Who should buy the GMKtec NucBox M2 Pro S (16GB + 1TB)?
Buyers who need a 1TB drive, memory they can upgrade and three displays, and who accept an older Intel platform and a one-year warranty.
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