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Beelink Mini S12 (N95 8GB + 480GB) vs Geekom GT1 Mega Ultra 5

Full Mini PCs comparison in 2026

Updated October 2026
Data from the official Beelink and Geekom sites.
2026 verdict
Geekom GT1 Mega Ultra 5
Winner
Geekom GT1 Mega Ultra 5
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Geekom GT1 Mega Ultra 5 wins this comparison on hardware in every dimension, running an Intel Core Ultra 5 125H with Arc graphics and an AI Boost NPU, 32GB of dual-channel DDR5 at 5600 MT/s expandable to 64GB, a 1TB PCIe Gen4 SSD, Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4, two 2.5G Ethernet ports, two USB4 Type-C ports plus five USB 3.2 Type-A, an SD Card 4.0 reader, a Kensington slot and a 3 year warranty, in a 680 g aluminium chassis with a VESA mount and HDMI cable in the box. Beelink Mini S12 (N95 8GB + 480GB) costs a small fraction of that and is better received for what it is: an Intel N95 with 8GB of single-channel DDR4 and a 480GB drive, drawing very little power, running near silently, offering 2.5G Ethernet, a second M.2 slot and a licensed Windows 11 Pro install, which makes it a favourite for Proxmox, Home Assistant and always-on duties. Buy Beelink Mini S12 (N95 8GB + 480GB) as a cheap, efficient server or basic desktop; buy Geekom GT1 Mega Ultra 5 when you need a fast modern computer.
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The biggest differences

Where these two are furthest apart, and by how much.

  • Memory Capacity4×Geekom GT1 Mega Ultra 532 GB vs 8 GB
  • Storage Capacity2.1×Geekom GT1 Mega Ultra 51 TB vs 480 GB
FeatureBeelink Mini S12 (N95 8GB + 480GB)Geekom GT1 Mega Ultra 5Winner
Rating4.54.8Geekom GT1 Mega Ultra 5
Memory TypeDDR4DDR5Geekom GT1 Mega Ultra 5
Memory Speed3200 MT/s5600 MT/sGeekom GT1 Mega Ultra 5
Memory Capacity8 GB32 GBGeekom GT1 Mega Ultra 5
Storage Capacity480 GB1 TBGeekom GT1 Mega Ultra 5
CPU ModelIntel N95Intel Core Ultra 5 125HDifferent strengths
Memory ConfigurationSingle-channelDual-channelDifferent strengths
GPU ModelIntel UHD Graphics (16 EUs)Intel Arc GraphicsDifferent strengths

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is better overall, the Geekom GT1 Mega Ultra 5 or the Beelink Mini S12 (N95 8GB + 480GB)?

Geekom GT1 Mega Ultra 5, with a Core Ultra 5 125H, 32GB of DDR5-5600, a 1TB Gen4 SSD, Wi-Fi 7, dual 2.5G Ethernet and dual USB4. Beelink Mini S12 (N95 8GB + 480GB) wins on price and owner reception, and it is far cheaper to run.

How large is the performance gap?

Very large. Geekom GT1 Mega Ultra 5 is a full desktop-replacement machine with Arc graphics and an NPU, while Beelink Mini S12 (N95 8GB + 480GB) uses an entry-level four-core N95 that owners describe as fine for a handful of containers or everyday browsing and nothing heavier.

Which is better for a 24/7 server?

Beelink Mini S12 (N95 8GB + 480GB), because of its very low power draw, near-silent fan, second M.2 slot and VESA bracket, which is exactly why owners leave it running Proxmox, Home Assistant or a camera recorder permanently. Geekom GT1 Mega Ultra 5 is capable but far more machine than that job needs.

How do their networks compare?

Geekom GT1 Mega Ultra 5 has Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4 and two 2.5G Ethernet ports. Beelink Mini S12 (N95 8GB + 480GB) has a single 2.5G Ethernet port with Wi-Fi 5 and Bluetooth 4.2, which is the most dated part of its specification.

Who should buy the Beelink Mini S12 (N95 8GB + 480GB)?

Anyone wanting the cheapest complete Windows desktop, or a quiet low-power box for home lab duties, who can live with an entry-level processor and older wireless. For real computing performance and modern I/O, Geekom GT1 Mega Ultra 5 is the machine to buy.

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