# Beelink SER9 Pro review

By [David Wilson](https://testbenchlab.com/authors/david-wilson/). Updated 2026-10-02. Assessment: researched.

Price: $1,149 at Beelink store (checked 2026-10-02).

## Verdict

The Beelink SER9 Pro with Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 is a compact alternative for smaller local models and ordinary desktop work. We prefer Geekom A9 Max for this project, especially where a future RAM upgrade is part of the plan.

This researched assessment uses published specifications. It does not claim a first-hand laboratory test; the Testbench score is an editorial rating, not a measurement.

## Running local LLMs on the SER9 Pro

The HX 370 version pairs Ryzen AI processing with Radeon 890M graphics. Select a model that fits the installed memory and verify the backend. The same SER9 Pro name also appears on other CPU variants, so a review or offer should not be applied to every product carrying that label.

## Noise and thermals

Compact systems change fan behaviour as load increases. Judge sustained model generation separately from a brief desktop task. We do not assert that SER9 Pro is quieter than A9 Max without equivalent conditions, distance and a recorded sound measurement.

## Built-in speakers/mics and ports

Built-in audio can simplify a small desk, but it does not replace checking the connection you need for a display, fast storage or a network. Write down your peripherals before buying. A useful port selection is the one that matches those peripherals without an extra hub.

## Memory and upgrades

The HX 370 SER9 Pro listings use onboard LPDDR5X memory. Choose enough capacity at purchase; storage expansion is not a RAM upgrade. That distinction is the main reason an upgradeable A9 Max can suit a buyer who expects model requirements to grow.

## Frequently asked questions

### Is the Beelink SER9 Pro good for AI?

The HX 370 variant can support smaller local models with compatible software. Check the actual processor because the SER9 Pro name spans multiple variants.

### Can you upgrade the RAM in the Beelink SER9 Pro?

The HX 370 models discussed here use onboard LPDDR5X memory rather than replaceable SODIMMs. Choose capacity at purchase.

## Related reading

- [AI mini PCs](https://testbenchlab.com/categories/ai-mini-pcs/)
- [Geekom vs Beelink: which AI mini PC brand?](https://testbenchlab.com/compare/geekom-vs-beelink/)
- [Geekom A9 Max vs Beelink SER9 Pro](https://testbenchlab.com/compare/geekom-a9-max-vs-beelink-ser9-pro/)
- [The best mini PCs for AI in 2026](https://testbenchlab.com/best/best-mini-pcs-for-ai/)
- [The best Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 and HX 470 mini PCs](https://testbenchlab.com/best/best-ryzen-ai-9-hx-370-mini-pcs/)

## Sources

1. [Beelink SER9 Pro HX 370](https://www.bee-link.com/products/beelink-ser9-ai-9-hx-370)
2. [Ollama hardware support](https://docs.ollama.com/gpu)

Cite as: Wilson, D. (2026). Beelink SER9 Pro review. Testbench Lab. https://testbenchlab.com/reviews/beelink-ser9-pro-review/