Beelink EQi 304 vs GMKtec NucBox K15
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Beelink EQi 304
Core 3 304 / 24GB DDR5 / 512GB UFS / Windows 11 Pro / US power option
GMKtec NucBox K15
Core Ultra 5 125U / 32GB DDR5 / 1TB SSD / Windows 11 Pro / metallic gray and black / US plug
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1Is it fast for normal work?
Beelink EQi 304
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GMKtec NucBox K15
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2Can it handle sustained work?
Beelink EQi 304
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GMKtec NucBox K15
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3Can it game?
Beelink EQi 304
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GMKtec NucBox K15
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4Is it loud or hot?
Beelink EQi 304
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GMKtec NucBox K15
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5How much electricity does it use?
Beelink EQi 304
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GMKtec NucBox K15
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6Can I upgrade and connect everything?
Beelink EQi 304
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Memory is upgradeable Yes
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Storage expansion Yes
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Thunderbolt 4 Yes
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SO-DIMM access
ETA PRIME shows a single SO-DIMM module inside his 24GB EQi configuration after removing the bottom cover.
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Storage is upgradeable Not available
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Opening the case requires care around the fan cable Not available
GMKtec NucBox K15
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Memory is upgradeable Yes
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Storage expansion Not available
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Thunderbolt 4 Not available
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SO-DIMM access Not available
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Storage is upgradeable Yes
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Opening the case requires care around the fan cable
Team Pandory demonstrated removing the feet, metal cover and case screws to reach the replaceable memory and SSDs. The upper fan remains connected to the mainboard as the case opens, so the cable needs care during access.
Team Pandory · 12:02
7Is it good value?
Beelink EQi 304
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GMKtec NucBox K15
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8Will it be dependable?
Beelink EQi 304
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Ubuntu 26.04 check
Lon.TV booted Ubuntu 26.04 and reported working audio, video, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi and both Ethernet ports. This checks that version on his unit; it does not establish support for every Linux distribution.
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Ubuntu detected the main devices Not available
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Batocera 42 connected to Wi-Fi and a controller Not available
GMKtec NucBox K15
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Ubuntu 26.04 check Not available
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Ubuntu detected the main devices
Lon.TV reported working video, audio, Bluetooth, networking and Wi-Fi during an Ubuntu test on his 32GB/1TB K15. The distribution version was not specified, so this does not establish compatibility with every Linux release.
Lon.TV · 9:02 -
Batocera 42 connected to Wi-Fi and a controller
Team Pandory reported that Batocera 42 booted and connected to Wi-Fi and a Bluetooth controller on his 48GB/1TB K15. This is a basic compatibility check on that configuration.
Team Pandory · 9:44
References
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Beelink. EQi 304 specifications and configuration selector. Product page. Accessed .
Configuration: Core 3 304 / 24GB DDR5 / 512GB UFS / Windows 11 Pro / US power option
Disclosure: Manufacturer specifications; performance has not been independently measured.
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Lon.TV. The Beelink Eqi 304 is an Interesting Intel Wildcat Lake Mini PC - Full Review. Video review. . Accessed .
Configuration: Core 3 304 / 24GB RAM / 512GB UFS; Ubuntu 26.04 booted for Linux check. Firmware unverified.
Disclosure: Beelink supplied the unit. Compensated affiliate links disclosed.
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ETA PRIME. First Look: Intel Wildcat CPU Mini PC (Xe3 iGPU). Video review. . Accessed .
Configuration: Core 3 304 / 24GB SO-DIMM / Windows 11; reviewer calls installed storage 500GB, while manufacturer specifies 512GB UFS.
Disclosure: Affiliate links and software-key promotion disclosed; acquisition not established.
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GMKtec. NucBox K15 specifications and US configuration. Product page. Accessed .
Configuration: Core Ultra 5 125U / 32GB DDR5 / 1TB SSD / Windows 11 Pro / metallic gray and black / US plug
Disclosure: Manufacturer specifications; no MiniPCBench measurements.
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Lon.TV. GMKTec K15 Mini PC Review - The "Toyota Camry" Mini PC With Plenty of Upgrade Options. Video review. . Accessed .
Configuration: Core Ultra 5 125U / 32GB DDR5-4800 / 1TB NVMe SSD. Windows edition and firmware version unconfirmed; Ubuntu version unspecified. Performance mode used.
Disclosure: Free review unit and affiliate links disclosed; no other payment for coverage.
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Team Pandory. This Mini PC Runs Shockingly Cool and Quiet [GMKTEC K15 Review]. Video review. . Accessed .
Configuration: Core Ultra 5 125U / 48GB DDR5-4800 / 1TB NVMe SSD / Windows 11 Pro; Batocera 42 also tested. Firmware version unconfirmed.
Disclosure: Free review unit and affiliate links disclosed; no other payment for coverage.
Value for money
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Specification differences
Differences supported by the listed manufacturer specifications
Higher listed specifications for Beelink EQi 304
Higher listed specifications for GMKtec NucBox K15
- Supports 32 GB more memory
- Provides 3 storage slots versus 2
Verified specifications
Manufacturer-sourced specifications and current testing status
Processor
| Specification | EQi 304 | NucBox K15 |
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| CPU | Intel Core 3 304 | Intel Core Ultra 5 125U |
| Cores / threads | 5 / 5 | 12 / 14 |
| Processor default TDP | Not disclosed | Not disclosed |
| Integrated graphics | Intel Xe3-LPG graphics | Intel Graphics |
Memory and storage
| Specification | EQi 304 | NucBox K15 |
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| Memory type | DDR5-5600 | DDR5 SO-DIMM; up to 5600 MT/s supported |
| Maximum memory | 64 GB | 96 GB |
| Upgradeable memory | Yes | Yes |
| Storage slots | 2 | 3 |
Connectivity
| Specification | EQi 304 | NucBox K15 |
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| Ethernet | 10Gb Ethernet + 2.5Gb Ethernet | 2 x 2.5GbE, Realtek RTL8125BG |
| Wireless | MediaTek MT7922 Wi-Fi 6; Bluetooth 5.2 | MediaTek RZ616 / MT7922 Wi-Fi 6E and Bluetooth 5.2 |
| USB4 | Not published | Yes |
| Thunderbolt | Yes | Not published |
Size and price
| Specification | EQi 304 | NucBox K15 |
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| Enclosure volume | Not published | Not published |
| List price | Not published | Not published |
| Product class | Not assigned | Not assigned |