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Apr 1, 2026 2:26 PM

FIREBAT AM02 Mini PC: Ryzen 5 6600H, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD, Win11

$216

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Firebat Online Store via AliExpress has FIREBAT AM02 Mini PC on sale for $251.27 - $35 when you apply promo code JJY35 or USCD35 at checkout = $216.27. Shipping is free.

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  • Note: Price may fluctuate slightly with currency exchange rates. You must be signed into your AliExpress account and have your address added to add items to your cart and place an order. You may have to manually type in the promo code to apply it at checkout. This item ships from a USA warehouse. For expedited customer service, please email [email protected].
Specs:
  • AMD Ryzen 5 6600H 6-Core / 12 Thread Processor
  • 16GB 6400 MHz LPDDR5 Memory / RAM (soldered)
  • 512GB M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 NVMe Solid State Drive
  • AMD Radeon 660M integrated graphics
  • WiFi 6 + Bluetooth 5.2
  • Windows 11
  • Supports up to 3 displays (HDMI + DisplayPort + USB-C)
  • Ports:
    • 3x USB 3.2 Type-A
    • 1x USB 2.0 Type-A
    • 1x 3.5mm Audio
    • 2x 1Gbps LAN
    • 1x USB Type-C (w/ DisplayPort support)
    • 1x HDMI 2.0
    • 1x DisplayPort 2.0

Editor's Notes

Written by RevOne | Staff
  • Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars from customer reviews.
  • Our research indicates that this deal is $36.57 less (14% savings) than the next best available price from a reputable merchant with prices starting from $252.84 at the time of this post.
  • Please see the original post for additional details & give the WIKI and additional forum comments a read for helpful discussion.

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Written by shivster1796
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Update: This popular deal is still available.

Firebat Online Store via AliExpress has FIREBAT AM02 Mini PC on sale for $251.27 - $35 when you apply promo code JJY35 or USCD35 at checkout = $216.27. Shipping is free.

Thanks to community member shivster1796 for sharing this deal.
  • Note: Price may fluctuate slightly with currency exchange rates. You must be signed into your AliExpress account and have your address added to add items to your cart and place an order. You may have to manually type in the promo code to apply it at checkout. This item ships from a USA warehouse. For expedited customer service, please email [email protected].
Specs:
  • AMD Ryzen 5 6600H 6-Core / 12 Thread Processor
  • 16GB 6400 MHz LPDDR5 Memory / RAM (soldered)
  • 512GB M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 NVMe Solid State Drive
  • AMD Radeon 660M integrated graphics
  • WiFi 6 + Bluetooth 5.2
  • Windows 11
  • Supports up to 3 displays (HDMI + DisplayPort + USB-C)
  • Ports:
    • 3x USB 3.2 Type-A
    • 1x USB 2.0 Type-A
    • 1x 3.5mm Audio
    • 2x 1Gbps LAN
    • 1x USB Type-C (w/ DisplayPort support)
    • 1x HDMI 2.0
    • 1x DisplayPort 2.0

Editor's Notes

Written by RevOne | Staff
  • Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars from customer reviews.
  • Our research indicates that this deal is $36.57 less (14% savings) than the next best available price from a reputable merchant with prices starting from $252.84 at the time of this post.
  • Please see the original post for additional details & give the WIKI and additional forum comments a read for helpful discussion.

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Written by shivster1796

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Community Reviews

This Ryzen 5 6600H mini PC stands out as a strong budget box for home office work, emulation, light gaming, Proxmox, and media use, with performance well above N100 minis and enough muscle for multiple VMs or a desktop replacement. The dual M.2 layout and 16GB soldered DDR5 are the big draws, and the quad channel memory layout is even seen as a performance boost. Main cautions are the non upgradeable RAM, possible HDMI limits for 4K 120Hz use, and repeated reports of a dirty Windows image that should be wiped and reinstalled. A capable low cost pick if the fixed memory and setup hassle are acceptable.

Common Questions (5)

  • Yes. The included Windows 11 image has been reported with malware detections and other bundled junk, so the safest approach is to wipe the NVMe and install a fresh copy from Microsoft or Linux. A clean reinstall has also been used successfully to restore a working system.

  • Yes, it is powerful enough for Proxmox and multiple VMs or LXCs, and it is much stronger than an N100 mini PC. The main limits are the soldered 16GB RAM and iGPU passthrough/transcoding quirks, while Realtek NICs can still work with OPNsense, especially if run in a VM.

  • Yes, the RAM is permanently soldered on this AM02, so it cannot be upgraded or replaced later. The upside is that the board is already laid out in quad-channel with 4x 4GB chips, and 16GB is considered enough for normal use and many Proxmox/self-hosting setups.

  • The listing claims HDMI 2.1, but the reported output limit is 4K60 over HDMI. For higher refresh targets like 4K120, the safer expectation is to use DisplayPort if the display and cable support it.

  • Yes if you need more performance: this Ryzen 5 6600H model is positioned as much better than the common 8GB N100 mini PCs and is better suited to heavier multi-VM or desktop-replacement use. An N100 is still the better fit for low-power always-on tasks like Home Assistant.

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Apr 4, 2026 10:00 PM
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moslondonApr 4, 2026 10:00 PM
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Quote from CrimsonSeed561 View quoted comment :
My previous mini pc was a Firebat N100 16gb DDR5 and it ran flawlessly. I used it several hours, every single day for 1.5 years.
What happened after that 1.5 year?
Apr 4, 2026 10:01 PM
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CrimsonSeed561Apr 4, 2026 10:01 PM
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Quote from moslondon View quoted comment :
What happened after that 1.5 year?
I sold it, then bought a laptop
Apr 4, 2026 10:04 PM
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moslondonApr 4, 2026 10:04 PM
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Quote from CrimsonSeed561 View quoted comment :
I sold it, then bought a laptop
So is it really a good brand? Comparing to beelink, geekom, dell....
Apr 4, 2026 10:21 PM
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monkey02Apr 4, 2026 10:21 PM
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Quote from moslondon View quoted comment :
So is it really a good brand? Comparing to beelink, geekom, dell....
they are famous in china
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Apr 5, 2026 4:06 AM
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ECarlsonApr 5, 2026 4:06 AM
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Nice that it has a second NVME drive slot, and I would want to add a 2TB drive, but it costs almost as much as this. Might have to keep using my old computers with their 2.5" SSDs for a couple more years to avoid overpaying for new storage.
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Apr 5, 2026 7:52 AM
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semsem28
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Apr 5, 2026 7:52 AM
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both codes not working just checked ...😐️
Edit : first code worked after a few attempts ... deal still good , thanks op .
Last edited by semsem28 April 5, 2026 at 09:01 AM.
Apr 5, 2026 2:37 PM
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geekwithoutacauseApr 5, 2026 2:37 PM
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Quote from pasatroj View quoted comment :
I always do a clean install on any computer I purchase. Partitions, the whole nine.
This. I don't care how 'clean' it seems.... I WILL install a known good clean copy of windows on it.

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Apr 5, 2026 2:38 PM
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geekwithoutacauseApr 5, 2026 2:38 PM
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Quote from kydar View quoted comment :
Love your optimism bro but EVERYTHING I'm reading is that prices are going to continue to climb.
he's clueless
Apr 5, 2026 3:23 PM
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geekwithoutacauseApr 5, 2026 3:23 PM
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Seems to charge me incorrect sales tax. higher than normal?
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Apr 5, 2026 3:27 PM
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saitejal
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Apr 5, 2026 3:27 PM
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Seems like a good deal, given the memory prices.
Apr 5, 2026 3:29 PM
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humanoidApr 5, 2026 3:29 PM
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Thanks
Apr 5, 2026 3:36 PM
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upioneerApr 5, 2026 3:36 PM
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a better buy than a raspberry pi in this market
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Apr 5, 2026 3:38 PM
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MrBlackFridayApr 5, 2026 3:38 PM
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Quote from hikoship View quoted comment :
We shall see more deals like this as the ram prices drop
Prices are only going up. Dont believe the optimistic but uninformed articles talking about efficiency gains and cheaper ram.
Apr 5, 2026 3:42 PM
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bobbylightApr 5, 2026 3:42 PM
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Quote from upioneer View quoted comment :
a better buy than a raspberry pi in this market
Are these comparable? This thing is a solid PC. A raspberry pi is a fraction as powerful.
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Apr 5, 2026 3:53 PM
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upioneerApr 5, 2026 3:53 PM
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Quote from bobbylight View quoted comment :
Are these comparable? This thing is a solid PC. A raspberry pi is a fraction as powerful.
im unsure how to further simplify what i said, but somehow you are agreeing with an opposition perspective? put my sentence in AI and ask it to ELI5
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