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Beelink Mini S12 (N95 8GB + 480GB) vs Geekom GT1 Mega Ultra 9

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Updated November 2026
Data from the official Beelink and Geekom sites.
2026 verdict
The Geekom GT1 Mega Ultra 9 wins on memory type, memory speed, memory capacity and storage over the Beelink Mini S12 (N95 8GB + 480GB), which is left defending on price alone.
Geekom GT1 Mega Ultra 9
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Geekom GT1 Mega Ultra 9
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It runs an Intel Core Ultra 9 185H with Arc graphics, 32 GB of dual-channel DDR5-5600 and a 2 TB Gen4 SSD, with Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4, dual 2.5G Ethernet, two USB4 Type-C ports, an SD 4.0 reader and a 3-year warranty in a 680g aluminium chassis. The Beelink Mini S12 (N95 8GB + 480GB) is the budget option: Intel N95, 8 GB of single-channel DDR4, a 480 GB SSD, Wi-Fi 5, Bluetooth 4.2 and dual HDMI, in a smaller and cheaper package. Both ship with Windows 11 Pro and both accept memory and SSD upgrades. Buy the Geekom GT1 Mega Ultra 9 for high-end performance and modern I/O, and the Beelink Mini S12 (N95 8GB + 480GB) for the lowest possible entry price.
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The biggest differences

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

  • Storage Capacity4.3×Geekom GT1 Mega Ultra 92 TB vs 480 GB
  • Memory Capacity4×Geekom GT1 Mega Ultra 932 GB vs 8 GB
FeatureBeelink Mini S12 (N95 8GB + 480GB)Geekom GT1 Mega Ultra 9Winner
Rating4.44.6Geekom GT1 Mega Ultra 9
Memory TypeDDR4DDR5Geekom GT1 Mega Ultra 9
Memory Speed3200 MT/s5600 MT/sGeekom GT1 Mega Ultra 9
Memory Capacity8 GB32 GBGeekom GT1 Mega Ultra 9
Storage Capacity480 GB2 TBGeekom GT1 Mega Ultra 9
CPU ModelIntel N95Intel Core Ultra 9 185HDifferent strengths
Memory ConfigurationSingle-channelDual-channelDifferent strengths
GPU ModelIntel UHD Graphics (16 EUs)Intel Arc GraphicsDifferent strengths

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is better overall: Beelink Mini S12 (N95 8GB + 480GB) or Geekom GT1 Mega Ultra 9?

The Geekom GT1 Mega Ultra 9 wins overall, with an Intel Core Ultra 9 185H, 32 GB of DDR5-5600, a 2 TB Gen4 SSD, Wi-Fi 7, dual 2.5G Ethernet, USB4 and a 3-year warranty. The Beelink Mini S12 (N95 8GB + 480GB) is far cheaper but much slower.

What is the biggest difference between the Beelink Mini S12 (N95 8GB + 480GB) and the Geekom GT1 Mega Ultra 9?

Processor and memory. The GT1 Mega runs a Core Ultra 9 185H with Arc graphics and 32 GB of DDR5-5600, while the Mini S12 uses an Intel N95 with 8 GB of DDR4. One is a workstation-class mini PC, the other a light-duty box.

Which one has better networking?

The Geekom GT1 Mega Ultra 9, with Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4 and two 2.5G Ethernet ports. The Beelink Mini S12 (N95 8GB + 480GB) has a single 2.5G Ethernet port, Wi-Fi 5 and Bluetooth 4.2, which is dated by comparison.

Who should buy the Geekom GT1 Mega Ultra 9?

Buy the Geekom GT1 Mega Ultra 9 if you want a high-end compact desktop: Core Ultra 9 185H with Arc graphics, 32 GB of DDR5-5600, 2 TB of Gen4 storage, Wi-Fi 7, dual 2.5G Ethernet, two USB4 ports and a 3-year warranty.

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

Buy the Beelink Mini S12 (N95 8GB + 480GB) if you want the cheapest, smallest Windows 11 Pro machine for browsing, streaming or signage, with 2.5G Ethernet and dual HDMI, and you accept its 8 GB memory limit.

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