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Beelink SER8 (24GB + 1TB) vs GMKtec NucBox M5 Ultra (32GB + 512GB)

Full Mini PCs comparison in 2026

Updated October 2026
Data from the official Beelink and GMKtec sites.
2026 verdict
Beelink SER8 (24GB + 1TB) wins the 2026 matchup against GMKtec NucBox M5 Ultra (32GB + 512GB), mainly on warranty, memory type, and memory speed.
It has the clearer edge on warranty, memory type, and memory speed, and it stays ahead on storage capacity. The only strong reason to choose GMKtec NucBox M5 Ultra (32GB + 512GB) is if price and memory capacity are more important to you than the overall verdict. In practical terms, Beelink SER8 (24GB + 1TB) is the easier product to recommend.
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FeatureBeelink SER8 (24GB + 1TB)GMKtec NucBox M5 Ultra (32GB + 512GB)Winner
Price$799.00$419.99GMKtec NucBox M5 Ultra (32GB + 512GB)
Warranty3 years1 yearBeelink SER8 (24GB + 1TB)
Memory TypeDDR5DDR4Beelink SER8 (24GB + 1TB)
Memory Speed5600 MT/s3200 MT/sBeelink SER8 (24GB + 1TB)
Memory Capacity24 GB32 GBGMKtec NucBox M5 Ultra (32GB + 512GB)
Storage Capacity1 TB512 GBBeelink SER8 (24GB + 1TB)
CPU ModelAMD Ryzen 7 8845HSAMD Ryzen 7 7730UDifferent strengths
Memory ConfigurationSingle-channelDual-channelDifferent strengths
GPU ModelAMD Radeon 780M (12 CUs)AMD Radeon Graphics (8 cores, up to 2000 MHz)Different strengths
Rating4.34.3Tie

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is better overall: Beelink SER8 (24GB + 1TB) or GMKtec NucBox M5 Ultra (32GB + 512GB)?

Beelink SER8 (24GB + 1TB) has the stronger overall profile in this comparison, especially for warranty, memory type, and memory speed.

What is the biggest difference between Beelink SER8 (24GB + 1TB) and GMKtec NucBox M5 Ultra (32GB + 512GB)?

Price is one of the clearest differences: Beelink SER8 (24GB + 1TB) lists $799.00, while GMKtec NucBox M5 Ultra (32GB + 512GB) lists $419.99.

Which one looks better on price?

Beelink SER8 (24GB + 1TB) is listed at $799.00, while GMKtec NucBox M5 Ultra (32GB + 512GB) is listed at $419.99. GMKtec NucBox M5 Ultra (32GB + 512GB) (better spec).

Who should buy Beelink SER8 (24GB + 1TB)?

Choose Beelink SER8 (24GB + 1TB) if your priority is warranty and memory type and that matters more than price.

Who should buy GMKtec NucBox M5 Ultra (32GB + 512GB)?

Choose GMKtec NucBox M5 Ultra (32GB + 512GB) if your priority is price and memory capacity and that matters more than warranty.

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