When I first unboxed the Beelink SER5 Pro, I couldn't believe how much power was packed into this 5-inch cube. The AMD Ryzen 7 Pro 5850U processor handles my video editing workflow like a champ - scrubbing through 4K timelines in Premiere Pro feels buttery smooth compared to my old desktop.

The triple display support has been a game-changer for my productivity. I've got my main editing screen, a reference monitor, and Slack/email on the third display - all running at crisp 4K resolution without a single stutter. The USB-C port driving one of the displays keeps my desk surprisingly cable-free.

Gaming performance shocked me most. While I didn't expect much from integrated graphics, it runs Skyrim at high settings and even handles Doom Eternal at playable framerates. The cooling system deserves special mention - after six hours of gaming, the case is warm but never hot to the touch.

My only gripe? The included Windows installation had some bloatware. A clean install took just 20 minutes though, and all drivers were easily available from AMD's site. For anyone wanting desktop power without the bulk (or noise!), this little box has become my daily driver for both work and play.