Key Takeaways
1. The Beelink SEi13 Pro features a powerful Intel Core i9 13900HK, offering a 5.4% performance increase over its predecessor.
2. The mini PC lacks OCuLink and USB4 ports, limiting support for external GPUs, but includes Iris Xe Graphics G7 for light graphics tasks.
3. Integrated dual speakers provide “full-bodied” audio, suitable for work environments, along with a built-in microphone.
4. It includes a quiet cooling system (MSC2.0) and a reasonable selection of ports.
5. Specifications include 32 GB of LPDDR5 RAM, up to 8 TB of PCIe 4.0 storage, Bluetooth 5.2, and WiFi 6, with a starting price of $539.
Beelink has launched a new mini PC called the SEi13 Pro. This model offers a significant upgrade from its previous version, which could be configured with a maximum of a Core i7 1260P. The SEi13 Pro now comes with the more powerful Intel Core i9 13900HK. Based on our testing, you can expect at least a 5.4% increase in overall performance.
Connectivity Features
Unlike many other mini PCs that have been released recently, the SEi13 Pro does not come with an OCuLink port. It also lacks a USB4 port, which means that support for external GPUs is not really possible. Still, Beelink emphasizes the capabilities of the Iris Xe Graphics G7 integrated GPU, which is adequate for light graphics tasks.
Audio and Design
One of the standout features of the SEi13 Pro is its integrated speakers. Beelink asserts that the dual-speaker configuration provides “full-bodied” audio, making it a suitable option for work environments where there isn’t much room for additional external speakers.
The SEi13 Pro is also equipped with a built-in microphone and a cooling system known as MSC2.0, which is said to operate quietly, allowing for near-silent performance. Although the system misses out on OCuLink and USB4 ports, the overall port selection remains quite reasonable. The mini PC includes:
Performance Specs
Among its other key specifications, the mini PC boasts 32 GB of LPDDR5 RAM working in dual-channel mode, support for up to 8 TB of PCIe 4.0 storage (for instance, a 4 TB Samsung 990 Pro priced at $279.99 on Amazon), Bluetooth 5.2, and WiFi 6. The initial price point for the Beelink SEi13 Pro is set at $539, and it can be purchased directly from the official website.
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