Updated September 2026
Data from Amazon and official Beelink and Geekom sites.
2026 verdict
The Geekom A9 Max (HX 370) wins on warranty, memory type, memory speed, memory capacity and storage against the Beelink SER5 Pro (16GB + 480GB).
It is built around a Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 with Radeon 890M graphics, 32 GB of dual-channel DDR5-5600 expandable to 128 GB and a 1 TB Gen4 SSD in a dual M.2 layout, with Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4, dual 2.5G Ethernet, HDMI 2.1, two USB4 ports, an SD 4.0 reader and a 3-year warranty. The Beelink SER5 Pro (16GB + 480GB) is cheaper and better rated by owners, offering a Ryzen 5 5500U, 16 GB of DDR4-3200 expandable to 64 GB, a 480 GB SSD, 2.5G Ethernet, Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.4 and a 1-year warranty. Both run Windows 11 Pro. Buy the Geekom A9 Max (HX 370) for current-generation performance and networking, and the Beelink SER5 Pro (16GB + 480GB) for solid value.
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| Feature | Beelink SER5 Pro (16GB + 480GB) | Geekom A9 Max (HX 370) | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $389.00 | $1169.10 | Beelink SER5 Pro (16GB + 480GB) |
| Rating | 4.6 | 4.3 | Beelink SER5 Pro (16GB + 480GB) |
| Warranty | 1 year | 3 years | Geekom A9 Max (HX 370) |
| Memory Type | DDR4 | DDR5 | Geekom A9 Max (HX 370) |
| Memory Speed | 3200 MT/s | 5600 MT/s | Geekom A9 Max (HX 370) |
| Memory Capacity | 16 GB | 32 GB | Geekom A9 Max (HX 370) |
| Storage Capacity | 480 GB | 1 TB | Geekom A9 Max (HX 370) |
| CPU Model | AMD Ryzen 5 5500U | AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 | Different strengths |
| Memory Configuration | Dual-slot | Dual-channel | Different strengths |
| GPU Model | AMD Radeon Graphics (7 cores) | AMD Radeon 890M | Different strengths |
$389.00
- + Price: $389.00
- + Rating: 4.6
- - Warranty: 1 year vs 3 years
- - Memory Type: DDR4 vs DDR5
Winner
10% OFF
$1169.10
$1299.00
- + Warranty: 3 years
- + Memory Type: DDR5
- + Memory Speed: 5600 MT/s
- - Price: $1169.10 vs $389.00
- - Rating: 4.3 vs 4.6
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better overall: Beelink SER5 Pro (16GB + 480GB) or Geekom A9 Max (HX 370)?
The Geekom A9 Max (HX 370) wins overall: a Ryzen AI 9 HX 370, 32 GB of DDR5-5600 expandable to 128 GB, a 1 TB Gen4 SSD, Wi-Fi 7, dual 2.5G Ethernet and a 3-year warranty. The Beelink SER5 Pro (16GB + 480GB) is cheaper and better rated.
What is the biggest difference between the Beelink SER5 Pro (16GB + 480GB) and the Geekom A9 Max (HX 370)?
Platform generation. The A9 Max runs current Ryzen AI silicon with DDR5-5600, Wi-Fi 7 and HDMI 2.1, and supports up to 128 GB of memory. The SER5 Pro uses a Ryzen 5 5500U with DDR4-3200, Wi-Fi 6 and a 64 GB ceiling.
Which one has better graphics?
The Geekom A9 Max (HX 370), whose Radeon 890M is far more capable than the 7-core Radeon graphics in the Beelink SER5 Pro (16GB + 480GB), enough for light gaming and GPU-accelerated work rather than just desktop duties.
Who should buy the Geekom A9 Max (HX 370)?
Buy the Geekom A9 Max (HX 370) if you want the most future-proof compact desktop: Ryzen AI 9 HX 370, Radeon 890M graphics, 32 GB of DDR5 upgradable to 128 GB, Wi-Fi 7, dual 2.5G Ethernet, USB4 and a 3-year warranty.
Who should buy the Beelink SER5 Pro (16GB + 480GB)?
Buy the Beelink SER5 Pro (16GB + 480GB) if you want a well-rated everyday machine at a much lower price, with a Ryzen 5 5500U, 16 GB of DDR4-3200 expandable to 64 GB, 2.5G Ethernet, Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth 5.4.
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