Updated October 2026
Data from the official Beelink and Apple sites.
2026 verdict
The Apple Mac Mini (M2 Pro 16GB + 512GB) edges the Beelink EQR7 (7735U 16GB + 500GB) on storage and owner reception, making it the stronger compact desktop for creative work.
Its 10-core M2 Pro and 16-core GPU drive four Thunderbolt 4 ports, two USB-A ports and an HDMI output, with a built-in speaker and an internal power supply. The Beelink EQR7 (7735U 16GB + 500GB) wins on price and on warranty, three years against one, and its two 2.5G Ethernet ports and two HDMI outputs suit a home lab better than the Mac's single Gigabit port. Both carry 16 GB of soldered memory and a built-in supply, but the EQR7 adds a second M.2 slot. Choose the Apple Mac Mini (M2 Pro 16GB + 512GB) for macOS and Thunderbolt, and the Beelink EQR7 (7735U 16GB + 500GB) for value.
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| Feature | Beelink EQR7 (7735U 16GB + 500GB) | Apple Mac Mini (M2 Pro 16GB + 512GB) | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rating | 4.3 | 4.7 | Apple Mac Mini (M2 Pro 16GB + 512GB) |
| Warranty | 3 years | 1 year | Beelink EQR7 (7735U 16GB + 500GB) |
| Storage Capacity | 500 GB | 512 GB | Apple Mac Mini (M2 Pro 16GB + 512GB) |
| CPU Model | AMD Ryzen 7 7735U | M2 Pro (10-core CPU) | Different strengths |
| Memory Configuration | Dual-channel | Unified Memory | Different strengths |
| GPU Model | AMD Radeon 680M (12 CUs) | 16-core GPU | Different strengths |
| Memory Type | LPDDR5 | LPDDR5 | Tie |
| Memory Capacity | 16 GB | 16 GB | Tie |
What the differences mean
Performance class
A 10-core M2 Pro with a 16-core GPU and 200GB/s of memory bandwidth against an eight-core Ryzen 7 7735U with Radeon 680M graphics. Video editing, 3D and code compilation run on a different tier in the Mac.
Storage
512 GB soldered on the Apple Mac Mini (M2 Pro 16GB + 512GB), against 500 GB plus a free second M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 slot on the Beelink EQR7 (7735U 16GB + 500GB). The Mac needs an external drive to grow, the EQR7 does not.
Ports and displays
Four Thunderbolt 4 ports, two USB-A ports and one HDMI on the Mac, against two HDMI outputs, three USB-A ports and a data-only USB-C on the EQR7. The Mac drives more and faster displays, the EQR7 covers older USB devices.
Networking
The Beelink EQR7 (7735U 16GB + 500GB) has two 2.5G Ethernet ports and Wi-Fi 6. The Apple Mac Mini (M2 Pro 16GB + 512GB) has a single Gigabit port, configurable to 10Gb at purchase, with Wi-Fi 6E, so a wired home lab favors the EQR7.
Warranty and system
The Beelink EQR7 (7735U 16GB + 500GB) runs Windows 11 Pro with a three-year warranty. The Apple Mac Mini (M2 Pro 16GB + 512GB) runs macOS with a one-year warranty, so platform and cover both differ.
Which one to buy if
- you do video, 3D or software development work
The 10-core M2 Pro, 16-core GPU and fast unified memory are a class above the Ryzen 7 box on heavy tasks.
- you want a quiet, affordable Windows home lab or media box
The Beelink EQR7 (7735U 16GB + 500GB) covers office work and media quietly, with dual 2.5G Ethernet and a second drive slot.
- you need two wired 2.5G ports
Two 2.5G Ethernet ports are on the EQR7, where the Mac ships Gigabit unless configured at purchase.
- you want Thunderbolt and three displays
Four Thunderbolt 4 ports with DisplayPort plus HDMI let the Apple Mac Mini (M2 Pro 16GB + 512GB) drive three screens.
- a longer warranty and a lower price decide it
The Beelink EQR7 (7735U 16GB + 500GB) carries three years against one and costs much less.
$479.00
- + Warranty: 3 years
- - Rating: 4.3 vs 4.7
- - Storage Capacity: 500 GB vs 512 GB
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- + Rating: 4.7
- + Storage Capacity: 512 GB
- - Warranty: 1 year vs 3 years
What owners say
Beelink EQR7 (7735U 16GB + 500GB) owners describe it as a quiet, responsive box that punches above its price: an eight-core Ryzen 7 7735U, Radeon 680M graphics, a built-in 85W power supply that runs from one cable, dual 2.5G Ethernet and a free second M.2 slot. Many use it as a small home server or media center, others for 4K playback and lighter games, and Windows 11 Pro arrives installed. The trade-offs they name are consistent: the 16 GB of LPDDR5 is soldered and cannot be expanded, video output is two HDMI ports with no DisplayPort or USB4, the plastic case ships without a VESA bracket, and a few report unexpected restarts.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Apple Mac Mini (M2 Pro 16GB + 512GB) better than the Beelink EQR7 (7735U 16GB + 500GB)?
Overall yes: the Apple Mac Mini (M2 Pro 16GB + 512GB) wins on storage and owner reception and has a far stronger GPU. The Beelink EQR7 (7735U 16GB + 500GB) wins on price and warranty.
How big are the Beelink EQR7 (7735U 16GB + 500GB) and the Apple Mac Mini (M2 Pro 16GB + 512GB)?
The Beelink EQR7 (7735U 16GB + 500GB) measures 126 x 126 x 44.2 mm and weighs 520 grams. The Apple Mac Mini (M2 Pro 16GB + 512GB) is wider but flatter at 197 x 197 x 36 mm and 1280 grams.
Which of the Beelink EQR7 (7735U 16GB + 500GB) and the Apple Mac Mini (M2 Pro 16GB + 512GB) has more ports for displays?
The Apple Mac Mini (M2 Pro 16GB + 512GB) has four Thunderbolt 4 ports with DisplayPort and one HDMI, and can drive three displays. The Beelink EQR7 (7735U 16GB + 500GB) has two HDMI outputs at 4K 60Hz.
What warranty do the Beelink EQR7 (7735U 16GB + 500GB) and the Apple Mac Mini (M2 Pro 16GB + 512GB) include?
The Beelink EQR7 (7735U 16GB + 500GB) includes three years, and the Apple Mac Mini (M2 Pro 16GB + 512GB) includes one year.
Who should buy the Beelink EQR7 (7735U 16GB + 500GB)?
Buyers who want Windows 11 Pro, dual 2.5G Ethernet, internal storage expansion and a longer warranty for far less money.
Who should buy the Apple Mac Mini (M2 Pro 16GB + 512GB)?
Mac users who want a 10-core CPU, a 16-core GPU, four Thunderbolt 4 ports and an internal power supply for creative and development work.
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