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Beelink mini PC puts Intel Arc graphics to the test

by on16 July 2024


Taking away AMD’s one advantage

AMD has the mini PC market sewn up thanks to its iGPUs with acceptable Radeon Graphics.  The Beelink GTi14, packed full of Intel Meteor Lake mobile processors, now has Intel Arc graphics.

This mini PC is a compelling choice, especially with features like NPU support on Intel's latest architectures.

The GTi14 offers two CPU options: the Intel Core Ultra 7 155H and the Intel Core Ultra 9 185H, both with 16 cores. It includes Intel Arc Graphics with 8 Intel Xe cores, 32 GB DDR5-5600 RAM, and a 1 TB NVMe Gen 4 SSD. The I/O options include a PCIe x8 slot, Thunderbolt 4 port, multiple USB ports, DisplayPort, HDMI, audio port, and an SD card slot. Additional features include built-in dual speakers, a 4-mic array, Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4, and a fingerprint sensor.

A standout feature is the latchable PCIe x8 slot, which supports iGPU solid performance.

Promotional renders show the GTi14 being used with an RTX GPU and a dedicated docking station, though it's unclear if these are included. This situation is similar to the ASRock DeskMate X600, which also had a PCIe x8 ribbon cable for GPU docks that don't seem to exist.

PCIe x8 support is becoming more common in modern mini PCs, though OCuLink might be a better option for most users. The GTi14's cooling system is expected to perform well and quietly at 32 decibels. Benchmark scores align with expectations for Intel Core Ultra CPUs.

Last modified on 16 July 2024
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