Beelink EQi 304 Launches as a Compact Wildcat Lake Mini PC With Core 3 304, 16GB RAM, and 512GB Storage From $509
Beelink has introduced the EQi 304, a new compact mini PC designed for users who want reliable everyday performance in a small, efficient, and affordable desktop system. Powered by Intel’s Core 3 304 processor from the Wildcat Lake lineup, the Beelink EQi 304 is aimed at home users, students, office workers, and anyone looking for a low-power PC for browsing, productivity, media streaming, light multitasking, and basic creative workloads.
Intel’s Wildcat Lake platform has opened the door for more affordable and power-efficient mini PCs. These chips are built for practical daily use rather than heavy gaming or workstation-class performance, but they offer a strong balance of responsiveness, low power consumption, and modern features. The Core 3 304 inside the Beelink EQi 304 uses a 1+4 core layout, combining one performance core with four low-power efficiency cores. It also includes integrated graphics based on Intel’s Xe3 architecture.
One of the key highlights of the Core 3 304 is its 15W power profile. That makes the EQi 304 suitable for users who want a quiet, energy-efficient desktop that can stay on for long hours without drawing much power. Beelink has also equipped the system with a neural processing unit, allowing the mini PC to handle local AI workloads with up to 24 TOPS of AI performance. This gives the device extra flexibility as more apps begin using on-device AI acceleration.
The Beelink EQi 304 keeps things impressively compact. Its chassis measures just 126 x 126 x 44.2 mm and weighs around 500 grams, making it easy to place on a desk, mount in a workspace, or move between rooms. Despite its small footprint, the mini PC includes a thoughtful internal design with efficient cooling for low-noise operation.
Storage and memory support are also practical for a modern mini PC. The system features DDR5 memory options, dual SSD ports, and UFS 3.1 storage support, giving users room for fast boot times, responsive app loading, and potential storage expansion depending on configuration.
Connectivity is one of the strongest parts of the Beelink EQi 304. For wireless networking, the mini PC includes WiFi 6 and Bluetooth 5.2, making it ready for wireless keyboards, mice, headphones, speakers, and stable home or office internet connections. For users who need faster and more reliable wired networking, Beelink has included dual LAN ports, with one supporting 2.5G Ethernet and the other supporting 10G Ethernet. That is a major advantage for users working with local servers, network-attached storage, large file transfers, or high-speed office networks.
Display and peripheral support are also well covered. The Beelink EQi 304 includes an HDMI port capable of 4K output at 60Hz, making it suitable for high-resolution monitors and TVs. It also features a Thunderbolt 4 port with DisplayPort Alt Mode and up to 40Gbps transfer bandwidth. On the front, users get a USB Type-C port rated at 10Gbps, a USB 3.2 port rated at 10Gbps, and a 3.5mm audio jack for headphones or speakers.
Beelink is offering the EQi 304 in three configurations. The entry model comes with 16GB of memory and 512GB of storage for $509. A 24GB memory and 512GB storage version is priced at $659. The top configuration includes 32GB of memory and 512GB of storage for $739.
With its compact size, Intel Core 3 304 processor, AI acceleration, fast wired networking, Thunderbolt 4, and 4K display support, the Beelink EQi 304 is positioned as an appealing mini PC for everyday computing. It is not designed to replace a high-end desktop, but for users who need a quiet, efficient, and modern small-form-factor PC, it brings a strong mix of features at a competitive starting price.
