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# 16GB DDR4 + 500GB SSD (expandable) Dual HDMI 4K UHD + 2.5G LAN + WiFi5 Intel N95 4C/4T @ 3.4GHz Beelink MINI S12 Mini PC, Intel N95 Processor (4C/4T, 3.4GHz), 16G DDR4 500G SSD, Small Mini Computer Support Dual Display 4K UHD via Dual HDMI, 2.5G LAN + WiFi5 + BT4.2, Auto Power On/WOL, W11 Home

**Brand:** beelink
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## Summary

> 🚀 Compact Power, Infinite Possibilities — Your Desk’s New MVP!

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- **What is this?** Beelink MINI S12 Mini PC, Intel N95 Processor (4C/4T, 3.4GHz), 16G DDR4 500G SSD, Small Mini Computer Support Dual Display 4K UHD via Dual HDMI, 2.5G LAN + WiFi5 + BT4.2, Auto Power On/WOL, W11 Home by beelink
- **How much does it cost?** 4951 kr with free shipping
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## Key Features

- • **Powerhouse in a Pocket:** Intel N95 quad-core processor delivers smooth multitasking and speedy daily workflows.
- • **Expand Your Digital Universe:** 16GB DDR4 RAM paired with a 500GB SSD, expandable up to 2TB, ensures lightning-fast storage and seamless app performance.
- • **Visual Brilliance Everywhere:** Dual HDMI ports support crisp 4K UHD dual-display setups for ultimate productivity and immersive media.
- • **Connectivity That Keeps You Ahead:** Blazing 2.5G LAN, WiFi5, and Bluetooth 4.2 keep you connected with zero lag, whether at home or on the move.
- • **Ready Out of the Box & Built to Last:** Pre-installed Windows 11 Home, auto power-on/WOL, plus lifetime tech support and a 3-year warranty for peace of mind.

## Overview

The Beelink MINI S12 Mini PC packs a potent Intel N95 quad-core processor clocked at 3.4GHz, 16GB DDR4 RAM, and a 500GB SSD into a sleek, ultra-compact chassis. It supports dual 4K UHD displays via dual HDMI ports and offers robust connectivity with 2.5G LAN, WiFi5, and Bluetooth 4.2. Pre-installed with Windows 11 Home and featuring auto power-on and Wake-on-LAN, it’s designed for professionals seeking a powerful, portable workstation with expandable storage and reliable lifetime support.

## Description

desertcart.com: Beelink MINI S12 Mini PC, Intel N95 Processor (4C/4T, 3.4GHz), 16G DDR4 500G SSD, Small Mini Computer Support Dual Display 4K UHD via Dual HDMI, 2.5G LAN + WiFi5 + BT4.2, Auto Power On/WOL, W11 Home : Electronics

Review: Improved version of U55. Excellent performance and value - Half a year ago, I purchased the Beelink Gemini X55 for use as a mini server for the family room after having evaluated a handful of Mini PCs from different manufacturers, including Awow (AK34), AcePC, Minix, and Lenovo. Its purpose was to have a relatively inexpensive computer for TV video conferencing, web browsing, and some rudimentary work from the couch. Little did we know that just a couple months later, the COVID-19 pandemic crippled the World, and our family was forced to work and study from home. The Mini PC became very valuable to stay in touch with friends, family, teachers, and occasionally, coworkers. It soon became clear that although the Gemini X55's Intel Pentium J5005 brain had served my original goals exactly as intended, it was a bit slow for simultaneous video conferencing and server-level workloads. Three weeks ago, I noticed that Beelink released the U57 model, an update to its Intel Core i3 (5005U) based U55, but this time, it houses the faster Intel Core i5 (5257U). In this review, I will compare both Beelink models, provide a brief highlight of differences between Windows 10 Pro and Home editions, and share my experience installing Windows Server 2016 Standard. SUMMARY The Beelink U57 Mini PC with its dual core, Intel Core i5 5257U processor (CPU) is a nice improvement over the Beelink X55. Although the U57's CPU was released three years before the quad core, Pentium J5005 that the X55 is based on, it saw a roughly 36% overall speed improvement for an extra $50. Both computers have the same amount (but not the same speeds) of memory and SSD storage (plus 2 ways to expand), dual-band WiFi, Gigabit Ethernet, and dual HDMI output. However, although the X55 supports 4K TV, the U57 only goes up to 2560×1600 (WQXGA). The newer U57 is touted as a business-class computer, and indeed, it appropriately came with Windows 10 Pro installed (X55 hosts Windows 10 Home). There are important differences between both versions of Windows, and which one to use will depend on what your needs are. Beelink also offers instructions on how to load Ubuntu Linux on either machine, helping to further expand the scenarios both mini PCs could be used for. Physically, both models look professional and are virtually identical except for the U57's added USB-C port at the front. Windows Server 2016 Standard ran very well on the U57, allowing my family and I to use the computer for each of our intended purposes, though with some major limitations and caveats on consumer and professional experiences. For my purposes, security and multi-user multitasking (running multiple applications at the same time) were important enough to forego some of the nice, consumer-friendly features that Windows 10 offers instead. Overall, the inclusion of a pricier Windows 10 Pro, a 36% overall CPU speed increase, better graphics processing, and a faster SSD hard drive, make the U57 well worth the extra $50 it commands over the X55. By far, it leaves my first mini PC, Awow AK34, in the dust, and makes the Beelink U57 my new, favorite mini computer for under $400. THE BRAINS: CPU, MEMORY, GPU The brain of this Mini PC is the Intel Core i5 5257U processor based on the Broadwell design (likely the inspiration for the product's "U57" naming). The CPU, the "brain" of a computer, is an important piece to gauge performance. It is responsible for processing all the general calculations and instructions to carry out everything an electronic device can do. The faster it can "think", the faster things will get done. Intel's Celeron brand had always been associated with lower-end computers, Pentium as higher performance, and Atom for low-power, low-cost devices like tablets. The Core series is considered the top-of-the-line and consists of the i3, i5, i7, and i9 models, respectively going from lowest to highest performance. In my review of the Beelink Gemini X55, I was surprised to find that the X55's Pentium J5005 CPU actually performed about 10% faster than a Core i3-based Mini PC I had looked at. However, I was happy to find that the Beelink U57 is about 36% faster across the board when compared to the X55. The X55's J5005 CPU, released in 2018, costs $161, about half the price of the U57's 5257U that was made available three years earlier. For that reason, the newer U57 PC only supports the older DDR3 memory type (the X55 uses the speedier DDR4), but makes up for it by supporting Hyper-Threading — an Intel technology that allows a single processor to act like two separate ones — to reduce processing time through simultaneous calculations. Think of two brains working together instead of one. Where the new U57 outshines the X55 is its Intel Iris 6100 graphics processing unit (GPU). A GPU is responsible for processing what is displayed to the screen, including 3D games. Beelink U57, although older, can play games and display 3D graphics as much as nearly 300% faster than the latter's Intel UHD 605 GPU. In one case, it even achieved a 400% improvement! Team Fortress 2 (2017) performed a little over 2x faster than the UHD 605. So, what does all this mean? The Beelink U57, although it uses older technology, is faster in nearly every way for multi-tasking and gaming. One should note that the 13" MacBook Pro (2015, Model: "MacBookPro12,1") uses the same Core i5 processor. WHAT'S GOOD? WHAT'S BAD? PROS - CPU: Intel Core i5 5257U (up to 3.1 GHz), 3 MB cache -- Excellent computing performance with a good performance-to-price value --- Dual core and Hyper-Threading enable better multi-tasking (ability to run multiple apps at once) --- About 36% faster than Beelink X55 overall -- Fully capable of browsing the internet, use Microsoft Office, watch movies, do some light photo editing, and play older games --- VM: Runs a 3GB RAM, dual core, Windows 10 Pro within VMware Workstation Pro 15.5 very well --- Plex Media Server capable with full transcoding --- Netflix, YouTube, Google Chrome web browsing all ran at the same time and performed flawlessly -- Same processor as the 13" MacBook Pro (2015) - VERY GOOD price ($370 at the time of this writing) for a low-profile Mini PC whose CPU itself costs $315 - Storage: Generic 256GB M.2 2280 SSD drive, faster than X55's mSATA (See TIPS section for more info on SSD drives) -- Supports up to 1TB - Storage expansion options -- 2.5" SATA (up to 2TB). Cable included inside the Mini PC's chassis -- microSD card (up to 128 GB) --- Note that microSD is very slow and not as reliable as SSD drives --- I strongly recommend Sandisk or Kingston cards for better reliability - RAM: 8 GB of DDR3L memory (8 GB max) - GPU: Intel Iris Graphics 6100 offers excellent performance for older games -- At least 2x faster than Beelink's X55 Intel UHD 605 GPU - Compact and portable at 4.9" x 4.4" x 1.7" (X55 is 4.5" x 4" x 1.7") -- VESA mount and screws are included so the PC can be attached behind a monitor -- Excellent option for TV-based video conferencing when used with a webcam, including Skype, Teams, Zoom, WebEx, GotoMeeting, Facebook Messenger - Networking -- WiFi: Dual-band (2.4 GHz and 5 GHz), 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac --- 2.4 GHz is older, but is more compatible and can operate over a larger distance --- 5 GHz is newer and faster, but has a more limited coverage area --- Chipset: Intel AC3165 -- Wired: Gigabit Ethernet for very fast, wired network transfer --- Chipset: Realtek - Bluetooth 4.2, allowing the use of Bluetooth keyboards, mice, and headphones (X55 uses BT 4.0) - 5x USB ports -- Front: 1x USB-C, 2x USB 3.0 -- Back: 2x USB 2.0 -- Connect printers, a USB display, keyboard, scanner, external hard drive (as much as 8 TB) - 2x HDMI 1.4 ports, allowing 2 displays to be used (ie. 2 monitors) -- “3K” videos (2560×1600 WQXGA) played perfectly with just a split second of initial startup delay -- 2x HDMI cables included (40" and 8") -- Can be connected to any HDMI device, such as a TV or projector --- If the TV does not support HDMI but has VGA, you could purchase a HDMI-to-VGA cable - Fairly quiet operation (you can hear the fan spin up from time to time, however) - Windows 10 Pro x64 is pre-installed and activated. See TIPS for more info -- Not locked down: you can install an operating system of your choice, such as Windows Server 2016 or even Linux -- No bloatware pre-installed - Build quality is excellent - TPM 2.0 (Trusted Platform Module) is included to allow for better security and encryption - Very fast startup from power off state - Headphone audio 3.5mm jack - AMI BIOS/UEFI has lots of customizable options via its Aptio setup utility - Manufacturer was responsive in my inquiries/questions about the product while I tried to install Windows Server 2016 - Warranty: 1 Year CONS - For those who like to tinker with their computers, no Windows OS recovery image and drivers are available for download on Beelink's website -- Beelink support provided a copy when contacted. See TIPS section for more info -- Tip: Windows 10 has the built-in ability to factory reset in case your OS gets corrupt - Does not support all forms of wireless keyboards/mice right out of the box, and this is normal for any new Windows 10 configuration, whether it's a laptop, tablet, or desktop PC. See TIPS section for more info - RAM (memory) is not upgradeable as the included 8 GB is already at max - No instructions in the printed guide on how to install a 2.5" SSD SATA drive -- Tip: Remove the 4 screws at the bottom of the chassis to reveal the mount for the SATA drive. A cable is already attached and ready for use - Built-in 256GB M.2 SSD drive is not from a well-known brand. Windows sees it as a generic SSD - Top of chassis is not glassy like the Beelink X55, but I prefer that it is NOT ADDITIONAL SPECS - Battery: a coin battery is required and already installed to keep BIOS data alive TIPS HARDWARE Wireless Keyboards/Mice The Mini PC does not support all forms of wireless keyboards/mice right out of the box, and this is normal for any new Windows 10 configuration - If you have a Logitech or Microsoft wireless keyboard/mouse, Windows may already know how to talk to them. Simply plug in the USB dongle and see if both work. It did detect my Logitech Bluetooth keyboard without any additional configuration - If wireless is not detected, you will have to plug in a wired mouse and keyboard to complete the Windows installation and THEN add a Bluetooth or USB wireless keyboard/mouse through the Settings app Video Conferencing I have set up this Mini PC with a Logitech USB web cam so my family could Skype (or Facebook Messenger) video conference with others on a large-screen TV - This is a HIT with the young kids and grandparents! - Make sure you use a web cam that can have its lens closed for privacy reasons STORAGE AND EXPANSION SATA SSD Installation Installing an additional 2.5" SATA SSD was hassle-free. - Pop off the 4 screws found at the bottom. Take off the cover, screw on the SSD drive to the plate, and connect the included SATA cable that is already attached to motherboard - Windows recognized my Samsung 256GB SSD (PM841) right away DRIVE DIFFERENCES: SATA, SSD, mSATA, M.2, NVMe Hard disk drives (HDD) are mechanical devices whose performance was primarily based on the RPM (revolutions per minute) rating. They were generally 5400 or 7200 RPM (and beyond) — the higher the number, the faster it would usually perform. As with anything mechanical, they break down over time as the components age. Flash-memory based Solid State Drives (SSD) were introduced in the 1990s and were VERY expensive. SSD promised resistance to physical shock, faster performance, lower heat output, and more silent operation. Even to this day, SSDs still cost more than similarly-sized HDDs. SSD and HDD connect to your computer via multiple interfaces. Relative to this Mini PC, we are only concerned with the SATA and PCIe ones. SATA can connect two drive types: - 2.5" SATA SSD (nowadays used in most laptops and desktop PCs and is physically larger) - mSATA and M.2 SSD (typically used in Mini PCs and laptops), each with their own connection types Mini-SATA (mSATA) is older and slower than M.2, and the latter can also connect to the newer, significantly faster PCIe interface (those drives are known as NVMe M.2 SSD). This Mini PC includes a M.2 SSD 2280 drive with a SATA interface. M.2 SSD 2230, 2242, 2260, 2280? WHAT DO THEY MEAN? - The first two digits correspond to the width of the drive - The last two are the length A M.2 SSD 2280 is 22mm wide and 80mm long. This is important to know, especially with Mini PCs where space is scarce. If you purchase a 2280 drive and the computer only has room for 2230, you would not be able to use the former. SOFTWARE U57 AS NAS If you want to turn the Mini PC into a Network Attached Storage, the Beelink Forums has some step-by-step instructions for installing Synology DSM. I did not try this as I already own (and recommend) the Netgear ReadyNAS 314. WINDOWS EDITIONS WINDOWS 10 HOME VS PRO Windows 10 Pro (64-bit) is pre-installed with this Mini PC. For a computer professional with more demanding needs, this is GREAT. However, most consumers likely would only need the less expensive Windows 10 Home edition. What are the differences? The Professional version: - Can encrypt storage media (hard drives) for better security and privacy via Windows BitLocker -- Without encryption, if you lose or have your Mini PC stolen, your data could potentially be compromised - Can be controlled remotely with Microsoft's built-in Remote Desktop Protocol (RDP) -- Windows 10 Home can still be controlled with third party software, such as the free TeamViewer or VNC - Does not require a Microsoft account to finish Windows setup -- Windows 10 Home used to easily allow users to skip creation of a Local Account --- There is no obvious way to do so now, but Windows does state that you could delete the Microsoft account from the computer after everything has been set up. It's an additional step I did not want to be forced to take as a computer professional --- Workaround: disconnect the Mini PC from the network during setup, and Windows will not require you to sign in with a Microsoft account WINDOWS 10 VS SERVER 2016 As I had previously mentioned, I purchased the Beelink U57 to address an issue brought to light by working and schooling from home. Not only was performance affected by multiple family members using the Mini PC, it also required signing off whoever was currently logged on to Windows. Since I was using the Mini PC to do some work, I did not appreciate not being able to stay connected while my son was doing his Taekwondo virtual classes. Windows Server 2016, designed for business use, addresses that limitation: - Allows 2 concurrent sessions by default -- Windows 10 only allows for one user to be connected -- The more sessions there are, the slower the computer's performance will be --- Beelink U57's better performance than the X55 handles this better - Better security Because Windows Server is meant for businesses, it lacks consumer-friendly features that Windows 10 provides, such as: - Microsoft App Store for consumers - Signing in with Microsoft Accounts, which offers additional functionality and account security not available with a standalone Windows Server installation - Consumer-focused programs and graphical user experience - Better compatibility due to less security restrictions FRESH OS INSTALLATION With cybersecurity attacks being a concern, I wanted to wipe out the existing Windows installation and put on a fresh copy configured the way I wanted. This is an advanced process and NOT for the casual Windows user. So, be careful as a recovery image is NOT available on the manufacturer's website at the time of this writing. WINDOWS 10 PRO - Note: Windows 10 Pro x64 (Version 1809, Build 17763.253) came pre-installed - Right out of the box, a fresh Windows 10 Pro installed perfectly. It detected every device and configured everything well after performing a Windows Update - For a small performance increase and stability improvements, go to Intel's website and run their "Intel Driver & Support Assistant" (DSA) -- It would detect any outdated drivers and offer to upgrade them. The updates are painless and a reboot may be required -- With Intel DSA installed, it will monitor for updated drivers and prompt you for installation as needed WINDOWS SERVER 2016 STANDARD - Windows Server 2016, by default, installs as a "Core" edition without a graphical user interface. I opted for the GUI -- If you are installing a Server edition of Windows, the following steps will assume that you already know what you are doing - Generic drivers were found for every device, except for three: -- "Network Controller" -- "USB2.0-CRW" -- "Unknown device" - Running "Intel Driver & Support Assistant" (DSA) from Intel's website to locate the missing drivers failed -- This may be due to Windows Server 2016's enhanced security. A quick search on the web did not result in any solutions - Missing Drivers -- "Network Controller" --- Install "AC 3165" driver from Intel's website --- You will notice that WiFi still would not work. By default, Server 2016 has the "Wireless LAN Service" not installed ---- Install it through Server Manager > Add Roles and Features Wizard > Features. There are other ways to do this, including PowerShell ---- Reboot the Mini PC, then go to Services and enable the "WLAN AutoConfig" service by setting it to "Automatic" ---- Device Manager should show "Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 3165" working -- "USB2.0-CRW": Obtained "Realtek USB 2.0 Card Reader" driver from Beelink support -- "Unknown device" --- At the time of this writing, I was unable to find the driver for it. Beelink support had provided a driver package that did not contain a working one --- I noted in Device Manager that it is for "Intel Wireless Bluetooth". If you found the right driver, please let me know in the Comments! - Updated Drivers -- "Microsoft Basic Display Adapter": Install "Intel Iris Graphics 6100" driver from Intel's website -- Bluetooth: Obtained drivers from Beelink support that enabled "Intel Wireless Bluetooth" and other Bluetooth devices - Because Windows Server 2016 is meant for businesses, I had to edit some local Group Policies (gpedit.msc) to make the OS as user-friendly as possible, including: -- Getting rid of Ctrl-Alt-Del requirement for login -- Allowing any user to shut down or reboot the PC -- Removing password complexity. From a security perspective, this should be left alone -- Displaying images as thumbnails instead of icons -- Tip: The Switch User option has been moved to the Lock Screen instead of being available from the Start Menu - Ubuntu Linux -- The Beelink Forums has some step-by-step instructions, but I did not try them FINAL THOUGHTS The Beelink U57 Mini PC underscored what I originally liked about the Gemini X55: great design, build quality, and compact size for significantly less cost than what I could procure the parts for on my own. The faster processor, more capable graphics card, and speedier SSD drive combine for a relatively smooth computer that can be hidden inside a drawer or behind a monitor. Add a Bluetooth mouse and keyboard, and you can turn it into a family computer for use on a big-screen television for video conferencing, office work, casual web browsing, and even gaming. Equally as important, I was able to turn the U57 into a compact, business-class server running a Windows 10 Pro virtual machine, while still allowing the family to concurrently log in for school work. This mini PC's Intel Core i5 processor — the same one that was used by the 13" MacBook Pro (2015) — is still relevant, cost effective, and a more-than-adequately good performer. I am very happy with this new model from Beelink in performance, price, and aesthetics, and because it is compact, I can also see it used with a hotel TV's HDMI port for large-screen work while traveling.
Review: Powerful for a Mini PC - +Well made. The plastic shell is very light, but surprisingly sturdy feeling. I can't really vouch for how the internals would fare, but the shell seems like it would be able to hold up against drops from reasonable distances. +Fast for a mini PC. I own several mini PC's and this is, by far, the fastest of the bunch. This is thanks to the Intel i5 processor, which can reach speeds of up to 3.10 GHz with the turbo boost feature. It is much more powerful than the Intel Celeron Apollo Lake, Intel Gemini Lake, and Intel Atom x5 processors. +Powerful for a mini PC. In addition to the Intel i5 CPU, this mini PC comes equipped with 8 GB of RAM and a 256 GB M.2 SATA SSD. Because the M.2 card is SATA based, it does not have the performance boost that you would get if it were NVMe based. Still, SSDs in general are much, much faster than HDDs. +Multiple storage expansion slots. The big difference between this mini PC and the other ones that I own, is that the U57 has two expansion slots, while the others range from only one to no expansion slots at all. This is due to the M.2 SSD being removable as opposed to being soldered onto the motherboard, which is the case with all of my other mini PCs. You can also attach a 2.5” SATA HDD/SSD, which I show you how to do in the included video. +Not made for gaming, but is still capable of playing a few titles. The Intel Iris Graphics 6100 that this PC is equipped with, is currently one of the top Intel-based graphics cards. That being said, when you compare it to all GPU brands, it finds itself in the bottom third of benchmarks. Still, it is able to play a few popular titles on minimum settings such as Fortnite, League of Legends, Minecraft, and a few others. +Very portable. This PC is roughly the size of one of those small tissue boxes if you cut it in half. You can pack it in your travel bag and take it with you on trips, or you can attach it to the back of your TV via the included mount. +If I had one critique about this PC, it would be that it doesn't come equipped with the latest ax compatible WiFi card. Instead it has the previous ac version, which is still very fast, but the ax card would've made this PC a little more future proof.

## Features

- 💡【Compact size & incredible performance】The compact size allows you to take it anywhere you go. beelink MINI S12 mini pc equipped with Intel N95 processor (4C/4T, 6M Cache, up to 3.4 GHz), pre-installed with W-11 Home system. This mini pc is an ideal choice for daily light office tasks and home use.
- 💡【UHD Graphics & Dual Connectivity】The beelink mini pc features UHD Graphics for crisp 4K video playback and smooth web surfing, with dual HDMI ports enabling seamless dual-monitor connection for boosted multitasking. It also supports WiFi5, BT4.2 and 2.5G LAN, delivering stable network speed and reliable performance for daily use.
- 💡【Expandable Storage & Efficient Heat Dissipation】The beelink MINI S12 n95 mini computer comes with 16GB DDR4 RAM and a 500GB M.2 SATA3 SSD (expandable up to 2TB). Equipped with a quiet large fan, it boasts energy-saving and low power consumption performance, making it perfectly suited for your daily office work and home use.
- 💡【Versatile I/O Ports & Complete Accessories】This small pc computer is designed with rich practical ports: 2*HDMI, 4*USB 3.2 and 2.5G LAN. It comes with all essential accessories including a 12V/3A power adapter, 2HDMI cables and Wall-Mounted bracket*1—simply add a keyboard, mouse and up to two displays to turn any desk into a powerful workstation instantly
- 💡【Reliable Lifetime Service】Beelink mini desktop computer has obtained FCC, CE and RoHS certifications, undergoing strict quality inspections before shipping. For any questions about your device, we offer lifetime technical support, a 3-year worry-free warr-anty and 24/7 cus-tomer service for your peace of mind.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B0B6VTGRSG |
| Best Sellers Rank | #4,554 in Computers & Accessories ( See Top 100 in Computers & Accessories ) #187 in Mini Computers |
| Brand | Beelink |
| Card Description | Integrated |
| Chipset Brand | Intel |
| Color | Black |
| Computer Memory Type | SODIMM |
| Customer Reviews | 4.3 4.3 out of 5 stars (1,026) |
| Date First Available | July 18, 2022 |
| Graphics Coprocessor | Intel UHD Graphics |
| Hard Drive | 500 GB SSD |
| Hard Drive Interface | PCIE x 16 |
| Hard Drive Rotational Speed | 500.00 |
| Hardware Platform | PC |
| Item Weight | 1.54 pounds |
| Item model number | MINIS |
| Max Screen Resolution | 3840 x 2160 pixels |
| Number of Processors | 4 |
| Number of USB 3.0 Ports | 4 |
| Operating System | OS |
| Package Dimensions | 8.43 x 5.04 x 2.52 inches |
| Processor | 3.4 GHz celeron |
| Processor Brand | Intel |
| RAM | 16 GB DDR4 |
| Screen Resolution | 3840 x 2160 |
| Series | MINIS |
| Wireless Type | Bluetooth |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Beelink
- **CPU Model:** Celeron
- **CPU Speed:** 3.4 GHz
- **Cache Size:** 6 MB
- **Graphics Card Description:** Integrated
- **Graphics Coprocessor:** Intel UHD Graphics
- **Memory Storage Capacity:** 256 GB
- **Operating System:** OS
- **Personal computer design type:** Mini PC
- **Specific Uses For Product:** Personal

## Images

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## Available Options

This product comes in different **Size** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: The graphic shows a 2.5" hdd, in addition to an ssd.  is that included just for comparison of size, or can a 2.5" sata be connected internally?**
A: Hello, 2.5" sata can be connected internally.

**Q: Anybody ever try running a security cam video system like blue iris on this type of device?  i see it supports qs. hopefully a decent number of cams.**
A: hello, the mini pc is like the tower, so it has all the function of the tower, so if the  security cam can compatible  tower pc, it can compatible with the mini pc.

**Q: will this mini pc run in dual channel memory if both memory slots are used?**
A: No! If you click on the Ram Picture on Amazon webpage for this model, it states single channel support.  If it had dual channel support, it would state it as a selling point.

**Q: Can one of the dual ethernet ports be used as a wan to connect to the net and the other used as a lan so i can share the internet with another device?**
A: That's something that would be OS specific in order to configure it properly.  Otherwise, you can use the ports how you see fit.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Improved version of U55. Excellent performance and value
*by Y***X on May 27, 2020*

Half a year ago, I purchased the Beelink Gemini X55 for use as a mini server for the family room after having evaluated a handful of Mini PCs from different manufacturers, including Awow (AK34), AcePC, Minix, and Lenovo. Its purpose was to have a relatively inexpensive computer for TV video conferencing, web browsing, and some rudimentary work from the couch. Little did we know that just a couple months later, the COVID-19 pandemic crippled the World, and our family was forced to work and study from home. The Mini PC became very valuable to stay in touch with friends, family, teachers, and occasionally, coworkers. It soon became clear that although the Gemini X55's Intel Pentium J5005 brain had served my original goals exactly as intended, it was a bit slow for simultaneous video conferencing and server-level workloads. Three weeks ago, I noticed that Beelink released the U57 model, an update to its Intel Core i3 (5005U) based U55, but this time, it houses the faster Intel Core i5 (5257U). In this review, I will compare both Beelink models, provide a brief highlight of differences between Windows 10 Pro and Home editions, and share my experience installing Windows Server 2016 Standard. SUMMARY The Beelink U57 Mini PC with its dual core, Intel Core i5 5257U processor (CPU) is a nice improvement over the Beelink X55. Although the U57's CPU was released three years before the quad core, Pentium J5005 that the X55 is based on, it saw a roughly 36% overall speed improvement for an extra $50. Both computers have the same amount (but not the same speeds) of memory and SSD storage (plus 2 ways to expand), dual-band WiFi, Gigabit Ethernet, and dual HDMI output. However, although the X55 supports 4K TV, the U57 only goes up to 2560×1600 (WQXGA). The newer U57 is touted as a business-class computer, and indeed, it appropriately came with Windows 10 Pro installed (X55 hosts Windows 10 Home). There are important differences between both versions of Windows, and which one to use will depend on what your needs are. Beelink also offers instructions on how to load Ubuntu Linux on either machine, helping to further expand the scenarios both mini PCs could be used for. Physically, both models look professional and are virtually identical except for the U57's added USB-C port at the front. Windows Server 2016 Standard ran very well on the U57, allowing my family and I to use the computer for each of our intended purposes, though with some major limitations and caveats on consumer and professional experiences. For my purposes, security and multi-user multitasking (running multiple applications at the same time) were important enough to forego some of the nice, consumer-friendly features that Windows 10 offers instead. Overall, the inclusion of a pricier Windows 10 Pro, a 36% overall CPU speed increase, better graphics processing, and a faster SSD hard drive, make the U57 well worth the extra $50 it commands over the X55. By far, it leaves my first mini PC, Awow AK34, in the dust, and makes the Beelink U57 my new, favorite mini computer for under $400. THE BRAINS: CPU, MEMORY, GPU The brain of this Mini PC is the Intel Core i5 5257U processor based on the Broadwell design (likely the inspiration for the product's "U57" naming). The CPU, the "brain" of a computer, is an important piece to gauge performance. It is responsible for processing all the general calculations and instructions to carry out everything an electronic device can do. The faster it can "think", the faster things will get done. Intel's Celeron brand had always been associated with lower-end computers, Pentium as higher performance, and Atom for low-power, low-cost devices like tablets. The Core series is considered the top-of-the-line and consists of the i3, i5, i7, and i9 models, respectively going from lowest to highest performance. In my review of the Beelink Gemini X55, I was surprised to find that the X55's Pentium J5005 CPU actually performed about 10% faster than a Core i3-based Mini PC I had looked at. However, I was happy to find that the Beelink U57 is about 36% faster across the board when compared to the X55. The X55's J5005 CPU, released in 2018, costs $161, about half the price of the U57's 5257U that was made available three years earlier. For that reason, the newer U57 PC only supports the older DDR3 memory type (the X55 uses the speedier DDR4), but makes up for it by supporting Hyper-Threading — an Intel technology that allows a single processor to act like two separate ones — to reduce processing time through simultaneous calculations. Think of two brains working together instead of one. Where the new U57 outshines the X55 is its Intel Iris 6100 graphics processing unit (GPU). A GPU is responsible for processing what is displayed to the screen, including 3D games. Beelink U57, although older, can play games and display 3D graphics as much as nearly 300% faster than the latter's Intel UHD 605 GPU. In one case, it even achieved a 400% improvement! Team Fortress 2 (2017) performed a little over 2x faster than the UHD 605. So, what does all this mean? The Beelink U57, although it uses older technology, is faster in nearly every way for multi-tasking and gaming. One should note that the 13" MacBook Pro (2015, Model: "MacBookPro12,1") uses the same Core i5 processor. WHAT'S GOOD? WHAT'S BAD? PROS - CPU: Intel Core i5 5257U (up to 3.1 GHz), 3 MB cache -- Excellent computing performance with a good performance-to-price value --- Dual core and Hyper-Threading enable better multi-tasking (ability to run multiple apps at once) --- About 36% faster than Beelink X55 overall -- Fully capable of browsing the internet, use Microsoft Office, watch movies, do some light photo editing, and play older games --- VM: Runs a 3GB RAM, dual core, Windows 10 Pro within VMware Workstation Pro 15.5 very well --- Plex Media Server capable with full transcoding --- Netflix, YouTube, Google Chrome web browsing all ran at the same time and performed flawlessly -- Same processor as the 13" MacBook Pro (2015) - VERY GOOD price ($370 at the time of this writing) for a low-profile Mini PC whose CPU itself costs $315 - Storage: Generic 256GB M.2 2280 SSD drive, faster than X55's mSATA (See TIPS section for more info on SSD drives) -- Supports up to 1TB - Storage expansion options -- 2.5" SATA (up to 2TB). Cable included inside the Mini PC's chassis -- microSD card (up to 128 GB) --- Note that microSD is very slow and not as reliable as SSD drives --- I strongly recommend Sandisk or Kingston cards for better reliability - RAM: 8 GB of DDR3L memory (8 GB max) - GPU: Intel Iris Graphics 6100 offers excellent performance for older games -- At least 2x faster than Beelink's X55 Intel UHD 605 GPU - Compact and portable at 4.9" x 4.4" x 1.7" (X55 is 4.5" x 4" x 1.7") -- VESA mount and screws are included so the PC can be attached behind a monitor -- Excellent option for TV-based video conferencing when used with a webcam, including Skype, Teams, Zoom, WebEx, GotoMeeting, Facebook Messenger - Networking -- WiFi: Dual-band (2.4 GHz and 5 GHz), 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac --- 2.4 GHz is older, but is more compatible and can operate over a larger distance --- 5 GHz is newer and faster, but has a more limited coverage area --- Chipset: Intel AC3165 -- Wired: Gigabit Ethernet for very fast, wired network transfer --- Chipset: Realtek - Bluetooth 4.2, allowing the use of Bluetooth keyboards, mice, and headphones (X55 uses BT 4.0) - 5x USB ports -- Front: 1x USB-C, 2x USB 3.0 -- Back: 2x USB 2.0 -- Connect printers, a USB display, keyboard, scanner, external hard drive (as much as 8 TB) - 2x HDMI 1.4 ports, allowing 2 displays to be used (ie. 2 monitors) -- “3K” videos (2560×1600 WQXGA) played perfectly with just a split second of initial startup delay -- 2x HDMI cables included (40" and 8") -- Can be connected to any HDMI device, such as a TV or projector --- If the TV does not support HDMI but has VGA, you could purchase a HDMI-to-VGA cable - Fairly quiet operation (you can hear the fan spin up from time to time, however) - Windows 10 Pro x64 is pre-installed and activated. See TIPS for more info -- Not locked down: you can install an operating system of your choice, such as Windows Server 2016 or even Linux -- No bloatware pre-installed - Build quality is excellent - TPM 2.0 (Trusted Platform Module) is included to allow for better security and encryption - Very fast startup from power off state - Headphone audio 3.5mm jack - AMI BIOS/UEFI has lots of customizable options via its Aptio setup utility - Manufacturer was responsive in my inquiries/questions about the product while I tried to install Windows Server 2016 - Warranty: 1 Year CONS - For those who like to tinker with their computers, no Windows OS recovery image and drivers are available for download on Beelink's website -- Beelink support provided a copy when contacted. See TIPS section for more info -- Tip: Windows 10 has the built-in ability to factory reset in case your OS gets corrupt - Does not support all forms of wireless keyboards/mice right out of the box, and this is normal for any new Windows 10 configuration, whether it's a laptop, tablet, or desktop PC. See TIPS section for more info - RAM (memory) is not upgradeable as the included 8 GB is already at max - No instructions in the printed guide on how to install a 2.5" SSD SATA drive -- Tip: Remove the 4 screws at the bottom of the chassis to reveal the mount for the SATA drive. A cable is already attached and ready for use - Built-in 256GB M.2 SSD drive is not from a well-known brand. Windows sees it as a generic SSD - Top of chassis is not glassy like the Beelink X55, but I prefer that it is NOT ADDITIONAL SPECS - Battery: a coin battery is required and already installed to keep BIOS data alive TIPS HARDWARE Wireless Keyboards/Mice The Mini PC does not support all forms of wireless keyboards/mice right out of the box, and this is normal for any new Windows 10 configuration - If you have a Logitech or Microsoft wireless keyboard/mouse, Windows may already know how to talk to them. Simply plug in the USB dongle and see if both work. It did detect my Logitech Bluetooth keyboard without any additional configuration - If wireless is not detected, you will have to plug in a wired mouse and keyboard to complete the Windows installation and THEN add a Bluetooth or USB wireless keyboard/mouse through the Settings app Video Conferencing I have set up this Mini PC with a Logitech USB web cam so my family could Skype (or Facebook Messenger) video conference with others on a large-screen TV - This is a HIT with the young kids and grandparents! - Make sure you use a web cam that can have its lens closed for privacy reasons STORAGE AND EXPANSION SATA SSD Installation Installing an additional 2.5" SATA SSD was hassle-free. - Pop off the 4 screws found at the bottom. Take off the cover, screw on the SSD drive to the plate, and connect the included SATA cable that is already attached to motherboard - Windows recognized my Samsung 256GB SSD (PM841) right away DRIVE DIFFERENCES: SATA, SSD, mSATA, M.2, NVMe Hard disk drives (HDD) are mechanical devices whose performance was primarily based on the RPM (revolutions per minute) rating. They were generally 5400 or 7200 RPM (and beyond) — the higher the number, the faster it would usually perform. As with anything mechanical, they break down over time as the components age. Flash-memory based Solid State Drives (SSD) were introduced in the 1990s and were VERY expensive. SSD promised resistance to physical shock, faster performance, lower heat output, and more silent operation. Even to this day, SSDs still cost more than similarly-sized HDDs. SSD and HDD connect to your computer via multiple interfaces. Relative to this Mini PC, we are only concerned with the SATA and PCIe ones. SATA can connect two drive types: - 2.5" SATA SSD (nowadays used in most laptops and desktop PCs and is physically larger) - mSATA and M.2 SSD (typically used in Mini PCs and laptops), each with their own connection types Mini-SATA (mSATA) is older and slower than M.2, and the latter can also connect to the newer, significantly faster PCIe interface (those drives are known as NVMe M.2 SSD). This Mini PC includes a M.2 SSD 2280 drive with a SATA interface. M.2 SSD 2230, 2242, 2260, 2280? WHAT DO THEY MEAN? - The first two digits correspond to the width of the drive - The last two are the length A M.2 SSD 2280 is 22mm wide and 80mm long. This is important to know, especially with Mini PCs where space is scarce. If you purchase a 2280 drive and the computer only has room for 2230, you would not be able to use the former. SOFTWARE U57 AS NAS If you want to turn the Mini PC into a Network Attached Storage, the Beelink Forums has some step-by-step instructions for installing Synology DSM. I did not try this as I already own (and recommend) the Netgear ReadyNAS 314. WINDOWS EDITIONS WINDOWS 10 HOME VS PRO Windows 10 Pro (64-bit) is pre-installed with this Mini PC. For a computer professional with more demanding needs, this is GREAT. However, most consumers likely would only need the less expensive Windows 10 Home edition. What are the differences? The Professional version: - Can encrypt storage media (hard drives) for better security and privacy via Windows BitLocker -- Without encryption, if you lose or have your Mini PC stolen, your data could potentially be compromised - Can be controlled remotely with Microsoft's built-in Remote Desktop Protocol (RDP) -- Windows 10 Home can still be controlled with third party software, such as the free TeamViewer or VNC - Does not require a Microsoft account to finish Windows setup -- Windows 10 Home used to easily allow users to skip creation of a Local Account --- There is no obvious way to do so now, but Windows does state that you could delete the Microsoft account from the computer after everything has been set up. It's an additional step I did not want to be forced to take as a computer professional --- Workaround: disconnect the Mini PC from the network during setup, and Windows will not require you to sign in with a Microsoft account WINDOWS 10 VS SERVER 2016 As I had previously mentioned, I purchased the Beelink U57 to address an issue brought to light by working and schooling from home. Not only was performance affected by multiple family members using the Mini PC, it also required signing off whoever was currently logged on to Windows. Since I was using the Mini PC to do some work, I did not appreciate not being able to stay connected while my son was doing his Taekwondo virtual classes. Windows Server 2016, designed for business use, addresses that limitation: - Allows 2 concurrent sessions by default -- Windows 10 only allows for one user to be connected -- The more sessions there are, the slower the computer's performance will be --- Beelink U57's better performance than the X55 handles this better - Better security Because Windows Server is meant for businesses, it lacks consumer-friendly features that Windows 10 provides, such as: - Microsoft App Store for consumers - Signing in with Microsoft Accounts, which offers additional functionality and account security not available with a standalone Windows Server installation - Consumer-focused programs and graphical user experience - Better compatibility due to less security restrictions FRESH OS INSTALLATION With cybersecurity attacks being a concern, I wanted to wipe out the existing Windows installation and put on a fresh copy configured the way I wanted. This is an advanced process and NOT for the casual Windows user. So, be careful as a recovery image is NOT available on the manufacturer's website at the time of this writing. WINDOWS 10 PRO - Note: Windows 10 Pro x64 (Version 1809, Build 17763.253) came pre-installed - Right out of the box, a fresh Windows 10 Pro installed perfectly. It detected every device and configured everything well after performing a Windows Update - For a small performance increase and stability improvements, go to Intel's website and run their "Intel Driver & Support Assistant" (DSA) -- It would detect any outdated drivers and offer to upgrade them. The updates are painless and a reboot may be required -- With Intel DSA installed, it will monitor for updated drivers and prompt you for installation as needed WINDOWS SERVER 2016 STANDARD - Windows Server 2016, by default, installs as a "Core" edition without a graphical user interface. I opted for the GUI -- If you are installing a Server edition of Windows, the following steps will assume that you already know what you are doing - Generic drivers were found for every device, except for three: -- "Network Controller" -- "USB2.0-CRW" -- "Unknown device" - Running "Intel Driver & Support Assistant" (DSA) from Intel's website to locate the missing drivers failed -- This may be due to Windows Server 2016's enhanced security. A quick search on the web did not result in any solutions - Missing Drivers -- "Network Controller" --- Install "AC 3165" driver from Intel's website --- You will notice that WiFi still would not work. By default, Server 2016 has the "Wireless LAN Service" not installed ---- Install it through Server Manager > Add Roles and Features Wizard > Features. There are other ways to do this, including PowerShell ---- Reboot the Mini PC, then go to Services and enable the "WLAN AutoConfig" service by setting it to "Automatic" ---- Device Manager should show "Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 3165" working -- "USB2.0-CRW": Obtained "Realtek USB 2.0 Card Reader" driver from Beelink support -- "Unknown device" --- At the time of this writing, I was unable to find the driver for it. Beelink support had provided a driver package that did not contain a working one --- I noted in Device Manager that it is for "Intel Wireless Bluetooth". If you found the right driver, please let me know in the Comments! - Updated Drivers -- "Microsoft Basic Display Adapter": Install "Intel Iris Graphics 6100" driver from Intel's website -- Bluetooth: Obtained drivers from Beelink support that enabled "Intel Wireless Bluetooth" and other Bluetooth devices - Because Windows Server 2016 is meant for businesses, I had to edit some local Group Policies (gpedit.msc) to make the OS as user-friendly as possible, including: -- Getting rid of Ctrl-Alt-Del requirement for login -- Allowing any user to shut down or reboot the PC -- Removing password complexity. From a security perspective, this should be left alone -- Displaying images as thumbnails instead of icons -- Tip: The Switch User option has been moved to the Lock Screen instead of being available from the Start Menu - Ubuntu Linux -- The Beelink Forums has some step-by-step instructions, but I did not try them FINAL THOUGHTS The Beelink U57 Mini PC underscored what I originally liked about the Gemini X55: great design, build quality, and compact size for significantly less cost than what I could procure the parts for on my own. The faster processor, more capable graphics card, and speedier SSD drive combine for a relatively smooth computer that can be hidden inside a drawer or behind a monitor. Add a Bluetooth mouse and keyboard, and you can turn it into a family computer for use on a big-screen television for video conferencing, office work, casual web browsing, and even gaming. Equally as important, I was able to turn the U57 into a compact, business-class server running a Windows 10 Pro virtual machine, while still allowing the family to concurrently log in for school work. This mini PC's Intel Core i5 processor — the same one that was used by the 13" MacBook Pro (2015) — is still relevant, cost effective, and a more-than-adequately good performer. I am very happy with this new model from Beelink in performance, price, and aesthetics, and because it is compact, I can also see it used with a hotel TV's HDMI port for large-screen work while traveling.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Powerful for a Mini PC
*by J***Y on June 14, 2020*

+Well made. The plastic shell is very light, but surprisingly sturdy feeling. I can't really vouch for how the internals would fare, but the shell seems like it would be able to hold up against drops from reasonable distances. +Fast for a mini PC. I own several mini PC's and this is, by far, the fastest of the bunch. This is thanks to the Intel i5 processor, which can reach speeds of up to 3.10 GHz with the turbo boost feature. It is much more powerful than the Intel Celeron Apollo Lake, Intel Gemini Lake, and Intel Atom x5 processors. +Powerful for a mini PC. In addition to the Intel i5 CPU, this mini PC comes equipped with 8 GB of RAM and a 256 GB M.2 SATA SSD. Because the M.2 card is SATA based, it does not have the performance boost that you would get if it were NVMe based. Still, SSDs in general are much, much faster than HDDs. +Multiple storage expansion slots. The big difference between this mini PC and the other ones that I own, is that the U57 has two expansion slots, while the others range from only one to no expansion slots at all. This is due to the M.2 SSD being removable as opposed to being soldered onto the motherboard, which is the case with all of my other mini PCs. You can also attach a 2.5” SATA HDD/SSD, which I show you how to do in the included video. +Not made for gaming, but is still capable of playing a few titles. The Intel Iris Graphics 6100 that this PC is equipped with, is currently one of the top Intel-based graphics cards. That being said, when you compare it to all GPU brands, it finds itself in the bottom third of benchmarks. Still, it is able to play a few popular titles on minimum settings such as Fortnite, League of Legends, Minecraft, and a few others. +Very portable. This PC is roughly the size of one of those small tissue boxes if you cut it in half. You can pack it in your travel bag and take it with you on trips, or you can attach it to the back of your TV via the included mount. +If I had one critique about this PC, it would be that it doesn't come equipped with the latest ax compatible WiFi card. Instead it has the previous ac version, which is still very fast, but the ax card would've made this PC a little more future proof.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Work very well - Not for gaming
*by S***Z on August 28, 2023*

Too early review (24hr test) but I can tell you that this is not for gaming if you want to get it for that. ( I do not play video games) Great value for kids doing school work so you don't spend an arm and a leg on an iMac. Heavy graphic work may not be the best for this PC. Audio Workstation: Mobile workstation - fits in a bag with a 15" portable display I have ran on it some of my heavy audio production software and was able to handle the load on the CPU but had some noticeable lag on the GPU graphic card. Tested with Nuendo 12, Cubase 12, etc. This one will go tours school work and family. Will get a gaming one so I don't get video lag when doing Photo Shop or Audio/Video production on the go. Hope this helps!

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