Forget expensive gaming desktops, this mini PC runs AAA titles in the cloud for less (with a catch)
Don't have the budget for a dedicated gaming PC? No problem. This mini-PC lets you cheat your way into AAA gaming in the cloud with savings from an Amazon Prime membership.
Mini-PCs are becoming popular alternatives to full-fledged PCs for PC gaming as they're often cheaper and able to circumvent high hardware requirements for running games via cloud streaming services.
One of the best budget-friendly mini-PCs out there is the high-scoring Beelink EQR6, a solid all-rounder for both gaming and workflow activities, which has had its $469.99 MSRP on Amazon cut to £389.00.
However, you will need an Amazon Prime Membership to access this discount.
"The Beelink EQR6 delivers great performance in a whisper-quiet chassis that's small enough to fit on any desk. Designed from the ground up for a productivity-based workflow, this is a great choice for anyone looking for a PC that fits nicely in the home or work office." — Zac Bowden
Windows Central review: ⭐⭐⭐⭐½
👉See at: Amazon (was $469.00, now $389.99 with Amazon Prime Membership).
Why is this mini-PC worth buying for gaming?
The Beelink EQR6 is a handy little device that we've nominated as one of the best mini-PCs for gaming for its extremely affordable MSRP compared to other mini-PCs like the workstation-grade HP Z2 Mini (G1a), which could run for thousands of dollars at retail.
The Beelink EQR6 also has plenty of hardware specs to help it run PC games via cloud streaming, such as Wi-Fi 6 support to ensure it has stable Internet connections, with Gigabit Ethernet as a backup.
It also has an AMD Ryzen 7 6800H CPU, an AMD Radeon 680M GPU, and 32GB of LPDDR5 RAM, so it can run lighter games like Hollow Knight: Silksong natively and even AAA games through the cloud like Cyberpunk 2077, Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, and Baldur's Gate 3.
Its specs are also handy for workplace tasks like video editing, internet browsing, photo editing, and typing, as it's able to perform flawlessly without any slowdown during them.
Additionally, it has a 1TB SSD to fit in all your important work documents, videos, and other files.
Couple it with a small, lightweight build for easy portability and saving tons of desk space, and you're looking at a jack-of-all-trades Mini-PC that we wholeheartedly recommend to anyone.
The Beelink EQR6 is available for $469.99 on Amazon. However, if you sign up for an Amazon Prime Membership, you will be able to get it for a cheaper price of $389.99.
FAQ
How good is the Beelink EQR6 Mini-PC's specs for gaming?
The Beelink EQR6 Mini-PC has enough internal spec power to run older games and graphically light 2D games, yet it will struggle to run advanced AAA games that demand the best PC rigs on the market to run natively.
However, the Beelink EQR6 can run games through cloud services like Xbox Game Pass or NVIDIA GeForce NOW to bypass its limitations and run higher-end games through the cloud.
Check out our guide on running cloud games through Mini-PCs to learn how this is possible.
Can the Beelink EDR6 Mini-PC handle 4K displays or high refresh rates?
The Beelink EQR6 can handle running 4K displays. However, it's limited to 60Hz at 4K.
Can I install an extra SSD?
Yes, the Beelink EQR6 has two M.2 PCIe 4.0 SSD slots to fit SSDs in.
Are there other benefits for signing up for Amazon Prime Membership?
Aside from exclusive discounts, Amazon Prime Membership will net you access to same-day/one-day/two-day free shipping, delayed shipping options, multimedia streaming services like Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Music, and many more benefits.
When does Black Friday start?
On November 28, 2025, Black Friday will officially launch.
Despite this date, retailers have already begun hosting lucrative discount deals throughout the month while saving their biggest discounts for Black Friday itself.
"The Beelink EQR6 delivers great performance in a whisper-quiet chassis that's small enough to fit on any desk. Designed from the ground up for a productivity-based workflow, this is a great choice for anyone looking for a PC that fits nicely in the home or work office." — Zac Bowden
Windows Central review: ⭐⭐⭐⭐½
👉See at: Amazon (was $469.00, now $389.99 with Amazon Prime Membership).
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Alexander Cope is a gaming veteran of 30-plus years, primarily covering PC and Xbox games here on Windows Central. Gaming since the 8-bit era, Alexander's expertise revolves around gaming guides and news, with a particular focus on Japanese titles from the likes of Elden Ring to Final Fantasy. Alexander is always on deck to help our readers conquer the industry's most difficult games — when he can pry himself away from Monster Hunter that is!
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