Updated September 2026
Data from Amazon and official Beelink and Geekom sites.
2026 verdict
A 2021 Vega 3 box is outclassed here, and the Geekom AX8 Max (16GB + 1TB) wins this mini PC comparison.
It leads on DDR5 versus DDR4, 5600 MT/s versus 2400 MT/s, and 1TB versus 500GB, with a Ryzen 7 8745HS, Radeon 780M, dual 2.5G Ethernet and two USB4 ports. The Beelink SER3 (16GB + 500GB) is cheaper, still a 16GB SODIMM machine, and uses a Ryzen 3 3200U with Vega 3. Take the AX8 Max as a current Zen 4 desktop; take the SER3 only when the budget is the constraint and a first-gen Ryzen 3 is enough.
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| Feature | Beelink SER3 (16GB + 500GB) | Geekom AX8 Max (16GB + 1TB) | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $269.00 | $584.10 | Beelink SER3 (16GB + 500GB) |
| Rating | 4.4 | 4.3 | Beelink SER3 (16GB + 500GB) |
| Memory Type | DDR4 | DDR5 | Geekom AX8 Max (16GB + 1TB) |
| Memory Speed | 2400 MT/s | 5600 MT/s | Geekom AX8 Max (16GB + 1TB) |
| Storage Capacity | 500 GB | 1 TB | Geekom AX8 Max (16GB + 1TB) |
| CPU Model | AMD Ryzen 3 3200U | AMD Ryzen 7 8745HS | Different strengths |
| Memory Configuration | Dual-slot | Dual-channel | Different strengths |
| GPU Model | AMD Radeon Vega 3 | AMD Radeon 780M | Different strengths |
| Warranty | 3 years | 3 years | Tie |
| Memory Capacity | 16 GB | 16 GB | Tie |
10% OFF
$269.00
$299.00
- + Price: $269.00
- + Rating: 4.4
- - Memory Type: DDR4 vs DDR5
- - Memory Speed: 2400 MT/s vs 5600 MT/s
Winner
10% OFF
$584.10
$649.00
- + Memory Type: DDR5
- + Memory Speed: 5600 MT/s
- + Storage Capacity: 1 TB
- - Price: $584.10 vs $269.00
- - Rating: 4.3 vs 4.4
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better overall: Beelink SER3 (16GB + 500GB) or Geekom AX8 Max (16GB + 1TB)?
The Geekom AX8 Max (16GB + 1TB) is better overall on memory type, memory speed and storage. The Beelink SER3 (16GB + 500GB) wins on price.
What is the biggest difference between Beelink SER3 (16GB + 500GB) and Geekom AX8 Max (16GB + 1TB)?
The CPU generation. The Geekom AX8 Max (16GB + 1TB) uses an AMD Ryzen 7 8745HS with DDR5-5600 and Radeon 780M. The Beelink SER3 (16GB + 500GB) uses an AMD Ryzen 3 3200U with DDR4-2400 and Radeon Vega 3.
How far can you expand RAM on each?
The Geekom AX8 Max (16GB + 1TB) uses SODIMM slots up to 64GB. The Beelink SER3 (16GB + 500GB) uses SODIMM slots up to 32GB.
Who should buy the Geekom AX8 Max (16GB + 1TB)?
Buyers who want DDR5, Radeon 780M, 1TB, dual 2.5G Ethernet and USB4 should choose the Geekom AX8 Max (16GB + 1TB).
Who should buy the Beelink SER3 (16GB + 500GB)?
Buyers who want the cheaper 16GB plus 500GB Ryzen 3 option, and who can live with Vega 3 graphics, should choose the Beelink SER3 (16GB + 500GB).
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