![_2cf3d4cb-c9f8-4d7b-9e49-07913a7bab49.jpg](https://cdn.steemitimages.com/DQmdxgLzoao9ufGAmsfJB3jMnJi9WUDdHvRdJVWHBUArQAc/_2cf3d4cb-c9f8-4d7b-9e49-07913a7bab49.jpg) This year’s AliExpress Anniversary Sale is a game-changer for budget gamers, as it finally brings Mini PCs with Radeon 660M graphics to the masses at jaw-dropping prices—under 169 euros! 16 GB DDR5 and 512 GB SSD are also included in the price. This marks a monumental shift in the budget gaming segment. The Radeon 660M, with its raw performance sitting between the RX 560 and RX 570, combined with the Ryzen 5 6600H—which outperforms every 6-core and 8-core Xeon on the X99 platform—makes older Xeon builds paired with Polaris GPUs effectively obsolete. While Radeon 660M is not a high-end GPU, it’s fairly capable of handling games on a portable monitor or a 21-inch Full HD display. Just don’t expect miracles on a 32-inch 1440p monitor—FSR upscaling from 720p will only get you so far. What truly sets the 660M apart from older GPUs like Vega and Polaris is its support for modern gaming technologies: Latest Drivers: AMD continues to roll out updates for RDNA 2, ensuring compatibility with new games. DirectX 12.1 Support: This means you can play the latest Unreal Engine 5 titles like Forspoken and Immortals of Aveum. Mesh Shaders Rendering: allows for stable FPS and reasonably well looking textures in games like Alan Wake 2 Hardware Ray Tracing: Even Indiana Jones can be played, though you’ll need to dial settings to the absolute minimum and use XeSS Performance to hit 30 FPS. Energy Efficiency That Rivals Apple’s M2: Thanks to its 6 nm architecture, Ryzen 5-6600H is incredibly power-efficient. When tuned to 15W, it competes in the same league as Apple’s M2 chip. This makes it not only a great gaming machine but also an energy-conscious choice for everyday use. If you’re in the market for a new gaming rig on a tight budget, check out the first (and so far the only) sub-€169 Mini PC with these specifications - Firebeat AM02: https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_EwJaqOo But it’s not the only affordable option on the market. Chuwi UBox is only €10 more expensive: https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_EwYMF7e Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you purchase through these links, I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you.