Winner
Updated September 2026
Data from Amazon and official Beelink and GMKtec sites.
2026 verdict
The Beelink Mini S12 (N95 8GB + 480GB) narrowly edges out the GMKtec NucBox G3S (8GB + 256GB) in one of the closest matchups in this mini PC category, since both run the identical four-core Intel N95 processor and ship with the same 8GB of single-channel DDR4. The gap comes down to a higher owner rating and a larger 480GB drive against the GMKtec NucBox G3S (8GB + 256GB)'s 256GB, a real but modest difference in daily use rather than a different class of machine. The GMKtec NucBox G3S (8GB + 256GB) answers with a lower price, and both land in the same role: a quiet, low-power box for browsing, home servers or a media center rather than anything demanding. Pick the Beelink Mini S12 (N95 8GB + 480GB) if the extra storage room is worth a bit more, and pick the GMKtec NucBox G3S (8GB + 256GB) if the goal is simply the cheapest working Windows machine.
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| Feature | Beelink Mini S12 (N95 8GB + 480GB) | GMKtec NucBox G3S (8GB + 256GB) | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $279.00 | $349.99 | Beelink Mini S12 (N95 8GB + 480GB) |
| Rating | 4.5 | 4.2 | Beelink Mini S12 (N95 8GB + 480GB) |
| Storage Capacity | 480 GB | 256 GB | Beelink Mini S12 (N95 8GB + 480GB) |
| CPU Model | Intel N95 | Intel Processor N95 | Different strengths |
| GPU Model | Intel UHD Graphics (16 EUs) | Intel UHD Graphics (up to 1200 MHz) | Different strengths |
| Memory Configuration | Single-channel | Single-channel | Tie |
| Memory Type | DDR4 | DDR4 | Tie |
| Memory Capacity | 8 GB | 8 GB | Tie |
Winner
$279.00
- + Price: $279.00
- + Rating: 4.5
- + Storage Capacity: 480 GB
$349.99
- - Price: $349.99 vs $279.00
- - Rating: 4.2 vs 4.5
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- Beelink Mini S12 (N95 8GB + 480GB)
- GMKtec NucBox G3S (8GB + 256GB)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better overall: Beelink Mini S12 (N95 8GB + 480GB) or GMKtec NucBox G3S (8GB + 256GB)?
The Beelink Mini S12 (N95 8GB + 480GB) wins narrowly, with a higher owner rating and a larger 480GB drive against the GMKtec NucBox G3S (8GB + 256GB)'s 256GB. Memory capacity and type are tied between the two, and the GMKtec NucBox G3S (8GB + 256GB) wins only on price.
What is the biggest difference between the Beelink Mini S12 and the GMKtec NucBox G3S?
Very little. Both run the same four-core Intel N95 processor and ship with 8GB of single-channel DDR4. The main practical difference is storage: the Beelink Mini S12 (N95 8GB + 480GB) has a 480GB drive against the GMKtec NucBox G3S (8GB + 256GB)'s 256GB.
Are these two good for the same kinds of tasks?
Yes. Both are built around the same entry-level N95 processor and are best suited to browsing, office work, streaming and light home server duty like Home Assistant or Plex, not demanding multitasking or gaming.
Can either one be upgraded?
Both have a single SODIMM memory slot and at least one M.2 storage slot, so memory and storage can be expanded on either the Beelink Mini S12 (N95 8GB + 480GB) or the GMKtec NucBox G3S (8GB + 256GB) after purchase.
Who should buy the GMKtec NucBox G3S (8GB + 256GB)?
Buyers who want the lowest possible price and do not need more than 256GB of storage should choose the GMKtec NucBox G3S (8GB + 256GB).
Who should buy the Beelink Mini S12 (N95 8GB + 480GB)?
Buyers who want a bit more storage headroom for the same class of machine should choose the Beelink Mini S12 (N95 8GB + 480GB).
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