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Updated October 2026
Data from the official Beelink and Geekom sites.
2026 verdict
These two split the rows, and the Beelink SEi14 (32GB + 1TB) takes this comparison against the Geekom A9 Max (HX 370) on the strength of its owner rating.
Most of the specification is a tie: both ship with 32 GB of DDR5, both run a current processor with an NPU, and both use a single 2.5G Ethernet port. The Geekom A9 Max (HX 370) separates itself with a three-year warranty, dual 2.5G Ethernet, Wi-Fi 7, two USB4 ports, an SD 4.0 reader, a Kensington lock slot and a VESA mount. The Beelink SEi14 (32GB + 1TB) keeps Thunderbolt 4 and a 750 gram aluminum case, and its owner reviews are stronger. Choose the Beelink SEi14 (32GB + 1TB) for Thunderbolt and a platform owners trust; choose the Geekom A9 Max (HX 370) for newer wireless, dual networks and a longer warranty.
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| Feature | Beelink SEi14 (32GB + 1TB) | Geekom A9 Max (HX 370) | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rating | 5.0 | 4.2 | Beelink SEi14 (32GB + 1TB) |
| Warranty | 1 year | 3 years | Geekom A9 Max (HX 370) |
| CPU Model | Intel Core Ultra 9 185H | AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 | Different strengths |
| GPU Model | Intel Arc Graphics | AMD Radeon 890M | Different strengths |
| NPU Model | NPU Intel AI Boost | AMD XDNA 2 NPU (50 TOPS) | Different strengths |
| Memory Configuration | Dual-channel | Dual-channel | Tie |
| Memory Type | DDR5 | DDR5 | Tie |
| Memory Speed | 5600 MT/s | 5600 MT/s | Tie |
| Memory Capacity | 32 GB | 32 GB | Tie |
| Storage Capacity | 1 TB | 1 TB | Tie |
What the differences mean
Warranty
Three years on the Geekom A9 Max (HX 370) against one on the Beelink SEi14 (32GB + 1TB). It is the row the Geekom clearly wins, and on a machine bought for daily use it is worth weighing.
Networking and wireless
The Geekom A9 Max (HX 370) has dual 2.5G Ethernet, Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 5.4. The Beelink SEi14 (32GB + 1TB) has a single 2.5G port with Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth 5.2, so the Geekom is ahead on both wired and wireless.
Ports and extras
The Geekom A9 Max (HX 370) adds two USB4 ports, an SD 4.0 reader, a Kensington lock slot and a VESA mount, plus five USB Type-A ports. The Beelink SEi14 (32GB + 1TB) counters with Thunderbolt 4 but no SD reader, Kensington slot or VESA mount.
Memory ceiling
Both ship with 32 GB of DDR5, but the Geekom A9 Max (HX 370) reaches 128 GB and the Beelink SEi14 (32GB + 1TB) stops at 96 GB. Neither is likely to need the difference now, but the Geekom leaves more headroom.
Processor and AI
The Geekom A9 Max (HX 370) pairs a twelve-core Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 with Radeon 890M graphics and a 50 TOPS XDNA 2 NPU. The Beelink SEi14 (32GB + 1TB) uses a sixteen-core Core Ultra 9 185H with Arc graphics and an Intel AI Boost NPU.
Which one to buy if
- you need Thunderbolt 4
The Beelink SEi14 (32GB + 1TB) is the only one with Thunderbolt 4 in this pair.
- you run a dual-network homelab
Two 2.5G Ethernet ports on the Geekom A9 Max (HX 370) let it serve two networks, where the Beelink SEi14 (32GB + 1TB) has one.
- you want the longest warranty
The Geekom A9 Max (HX 370) carries three years of cover against one on the Beelink SEi14 (32GB + 1TB).
- you value a proven machine with Thunderbolt
Owners of the Beelink SEi14 (32GB + 1TB) back it for virtual machines and media serving, and its Thunderbolt 4 port is the connectivity edge.
Winner
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- + Rating: 5.0
- - Warranty: 1 year vs 3 years
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- + Warranty: 3 years
- - Rating: 4.2 vs 5.0
What owners say
Beelink SEi14 (32GB + 1TB) owners come to it mostly from homelab and work-from-home setups, and they describe the same machine: it runs virtual machines and a Plex server quietly enough in everyday use, drives two or three monitors, and sets up without friction. The 32 GB of DDR5 and Thunderbolt 4 are what they name when asked why they picked it. The complaints repeat too: the fan gets loud when the machine is pushed, a few units felt slower than the specification promised, and one owner had Bluetooth drop out after long sessions. DisplayPort also wants a cable rated for 1.4.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better overall: Beelink SEi14 (32GB + 1TB) or Geekom A9 Max (HX 370)?
The Beelink SEi14 (32GB + 1TB) narrowly, on a stronger owner record and Thunderbolt 4. The Geekom A9 Max (HX 370) wins on warranty, dual 2.5G networking, Wi-Fi 7 and a higher memory ceiling, so the pick depends on which of those matters more.
What is the biggest difference between the Beelink SEi14 (32GB + 1TB) and the Geekom A9 Max (HX 370)?
Warranty and networking against Thunderbolt. The Geekom A9 Max (HX 370) has three years of cover, dual 2.5G Ethernet and Wi-Fi 7, while the Beelink SEi14 (32GB + 1TB) has one year but keeps Thunderbolt 4.
Which one has Thunderbolt, the Beelink SEi14 (32GB + 1TB) or the Geekom A9 Max (HX 370)?
The Beelink SEi14 (32GB + 1TB) has Thunderbolt 4. The Geekom A9 Max (HX 370) has two USB4 ports at 40Gbps, which cover most of the same devices.
How much memory can the Beelink SEi14 (32GB + 1TB) and Geekom A9 Max (HX 370) take?
Both ship with 32 GB of DDR5. The Geekom A9 Max (HX 370) reaches 128 GB and the Beelink SEi14 (32GB + 1TB) reaches 96 GB.
Who should buy the Beelink SEi14 (32GB + 1TB)?
Buyers who want Thunderbolt 4, a compact aluminum case and a machine owners already trust for virtual machines and media serving.
Who should buy the Geekom A9 Max (HX 370)?
Anyone who wants dual 2.5G networking, Wi-Fi 7, an SD reader and a three-year warranty in a current AMD metal desktop.
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