Best Black Friday PC gaming deals 2024: the best discounts in the run up to the big event

1. ABS Aeolian-M Ruby | Ryzen 7 7700X | Nvidia RTX 4070 Ti Super | 32 GB DDR5-5600 | 1 TB SSD | $2,099.99 $1,649.99 at Newegg (save $450)
This ABS build is stellar value for high-end gaming thanks to its RTX 4070 Ti graphics card. If it was paired with a better CPU such as a recent Core i7, it would make for a fantastic productivity build, too. But it's a worthy sacrifice, because the 7700X is more than enough for gaming and everyday tasks, and this way you get a low price tag to boot.

2. Yeyian Tanto | Intel Core i5 13400F | RTX 4070 Super | 16 GB DDR5-5600 | 1 TB SSD | $1,599.99 $1,199.99 at Newegg (save $400)
Yeyian has a stellar deal on an RTX 4070 Super machine here. We've seen slightly cheaper versions on sale, but this one at least does have proper DDR5 memory, making the motherboard at least nominally upgradeable to a more modern spec. It does make a bit of an odd combo with the Core i5 here, though for straightforward gaming performance it shouldn't prove any issue and deliver high frame rates.

3. Lenovo Legion 5i | RTX 4070 | Core i9 14900HX | 16-inch | 1600p | 240 Hz | 32 GB DDR5 5600 | 1 TB SSD | $1,799.99 $1,399.99 at B&H Photo (save $300)
Lenovo Legion gaming laptops have been excellent performers for a while now, and this one has specs to impress. The CPU is a 24 core (8 Performance 16 efficient) powerhouse, plus you get a proper 32 GB of RAM to play with. Match that with a 140 W RTX 4070 and a 240 Hz screen and this laptop is virtually flawless for the money. 2 TB of storage would be nice if I was being picky, but 1 TB will do you fine.

Price check: Best Buy $1,899.99

4. Lenovo Legion Pro 7 | RTX 4080 | Core i9 14900HX | 16-inch | 1600p | 240 Hz | 32 GB DDR5-5600 | 1 TB SSD | $2,649 $1,999 at B&H Photo (save $650)
Lenovo make some brilliant gaming laptops, and this Legion Pro 7 is no exception. Featuring the mighty RTX 4080 in combination with Intel's top spec Core i9 mobile CPU, this high-end model should have no trouble tearing through any game you can throw at it. The screen is plenty speedy too with a 240 Hz refresh rate, and 32 GB of fast DDR5 is not to be sniffed at.

Price check: Newegg (2 TB SSD model) $2,499.99

5. Asus ROG Zephyrus G16 | RTX 4070 | Intel Core i7-13620H | 16-inch | 165 Hz | 1080p | 512 GB SSD | 16 GB DDR4 3200 | $1,599.99 $1,149.99 at Best Buy (save $400)
There's a couple of caveats here to be aware of, but this thin, light and powerful little laptop is still a superb deal. You get a 120 W RTX 4070, a 10 core (six performance, four efficient) Intel chip, and 16 GB of DDR4. That 512 GB SSD is on the small side, but there's two M2 slots so it's easy to drop in some extra storage—and while that screen is only 1080p, it's still a vibrant and fast panel.

Price check: Newegg $1,599

6. ASRock Phantom Gaming | 27-inch | 1080p | 165 Hz | IPS | FreeSync | $179.99 $99.77 at Newegg (save $79.22)
ASRock has become a favorite of ours around here over busy shopping periods. These screens always seem to be on offer, and from the one we've used (read our review) they're good value for the money, too. You can't really complain with this 165Hz panel for just under $100.

7. Acer Nitro ED270U | 27-inch | 1440p | VA | FreeSync Premium | 170 Hz | $249.99 $139.99 at Newegg (save $110)
This is one of the best deals on a 1440p gaming monitor we've seen so far. A respectable brand and a respectable spec, although it might be worth holding out for an IPS panel. Still, a good price on a great little screen.

Price check: Amazon $169.99

8. MSI MAG 321UP | 32-inch | 165 Hz | QD-OLED | $829.99 $799.99 at Amazon (save $30)
What a difference a letter makes... especially when it comes to gaming monitors. The code names given to monitors are often impenetrable, but the difference between this MAG 321UP and the MAG321UPX is that this one has a 165 Hz refresh instead of 240 Hz. That's the only difference between this and more expensive OLED, otherwise, you're still getting a gorgeous 4K panel, with response times to die for, and pixel quality, I dunno, to live for? If you're not concerned about the refresh rate difference (and do you have the hardware to hit a matching 240 fps otherwise?) then this is where the smart OLED money is spent.

Price check: Newegg $799.99

9. Team Group MP44L | 1 TB | M.2 2280 | PCIe 4.0 | 5,000 MB/s read | 4,500 MB/s write | $79.99 $56.99 at Newegg (save $23)
The MP44L is far from being the fastest SSD you can buy but for the money, you really can't complain. The read/write speeds are pretty low compared to others in our curated list, but they're still fast enough for most users and way better than a SATA SSD. If you avoid using it for heavy data transfers, you'll have no problems with it.

Price check: Amazon $56.99

10. Nextorage G-LE | 2 TB | NVMe | PCIe 4.0 | 7,400 MB/s read | 6,400 MB/s write | $134.99 $107.99 at Amazon (save $27)
This DRAM-less Nextorage drive still has plenty of pace about it, and if you're just using it as an extra game library SSD to contend with your expanding library, but still need some storage speed, it's a great option. The extra cache can come in handy as a boot drive, increasing responsiveness for smaller write operations, but for games, this more affordable option can be a good way to save some cash on a new build or upgrade.

Price check: Newegg $114.99

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Ipason gaming PC | Ryzen 5 5600G | 16 GB DDR4-3200 | 1 TB SSD | $599 $431 at Walmart (save $168)
The Ryzen 5 5600G's Vega GPU isn't going to get you playing the latest games at high resolutions, but for some lite 720p gaming it should do fine. The main goal is to have a base that you can upgrade from with a proper discrete GPU. If you have a slightly bigger budget and can afford this one rather than the NXS, you'll have the peace of mind of 1 TB SSD storage, too, which is very rare at this price point and will be much more useful than the above build's 512 GB.

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Ipason gaming desktop | Ryzen 5 5600 | Radeon RX 7600 | 16 GB DDR4-3200 | 1 TB SSD | $1399 $689 at Newegg (save $710)
If you don't want to get busy with a screwdriver, Ipason has a budget offering with a built-in upgrade over its $489 5600G-sporting PC, this time with an RX 7600 GPU at its heart. That offers sometimes better than RTX 4060 gaming performance, and the full system comes with a solid back-up spec, too. The Ryzen 5 5600 might not be the latest and greatest but it's still very capable as a gaming CPU, and that 1 TB SSD gives you a decent amount of space for a few big games and all your files. Nobody would pay the supposed "original" price of $1399 for this rig, but at sub-$700 it's a genuinely good deal.

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Yeyian Yumi | Ryzen 5 5600X | Nvidia RTX 4060 | 16 GB DDR4-3200 | 1 TB SSD | $1,199 $779.99 at Newegg (save $419.01)
The Yumi is a bit of a classic when it comes to gaming PC deals, as it's always there or thereabouts. At the moment this is the cheapest RTX 4060-based PC we've found, and comes with a supporting spec that is absolutely solid, even if it's not the latest and greatest. The combination of DDR4 RAM and a previous-gen Ryzen 5 might not be top-end, but this machine will still deliver great performance for under a grand.

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ABS Cyclone Aqua | Core i5 13400F | Nvidia RTX 4060 | 32 GB DDR4-3200 | 1 TB SSD | $999.99 $799.99 at Newegg (save $200 with code SSDYAA36)
This ABS rig with an RTX 4060 is about the cheapest you'll find for something with 32 GB RAM and a relative new CPU. On their own, an extra 16 GB RAM or a slight CPU upgrade might not be worth the $100 extra for a budget build, but together? In combination, these upgrades should ensure your PC has the grunt even for some moderate productivity tasks, giving you that extra peace of mind.

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Yeyian Tanto gaming PC | Core i5 14400F | RTX 4060 Ti | 32 GB DDR5-6000 | 1 TB SSD | $1399.99 $949.99 at Newegg (save $450)
This is a sub-$1,000 gaming PC and it has an RTX 4060 Ti, need I say more? It's a great price for a rig with this entry-level/midrange graphics card, and it even comes with speedy DDR5 RAM. Just be aware that the "F" in the name means it lacks integrated graphics, so if your 4060 Ti ever goes kaput, you'll have no video-out.

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Yeyian Tanto | Intel Core i5 13400F | RTX 4070 | 16 GB DDR5-5600 | 1 TB SSD | $1,599 $1,079.99 at Newegg (save $519.01)
RTX 4070 machines can vary in price and specification quite significantly, but here you're getting that great 1440p GPU (with even some 4K credentials thanks to DLSS 3), a nice and speedy Core i5 paired with some good DDR5 RAM, and a 1 TB SSD. For close to a thousand bucks, that's a really great selection of hardware that makes it a great gaming rig for more like budget prices. It doesn't have the 4070 Super might of the Skytech build above, but it has a more up-to-date CPU and RAM.

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Yeyian Tanto | Intel Core i5 13400F | RTX 4070 Super | 16 GB DDR5-5600 | 1 TB SSD | $1,599.99 $1,199.99 at Newegg (save $400)
Yeyian has a stellar deal on an RTX 4070 Super machine here. We've seen slightly cheaper versions on sale, but this one at least does have proper DDR5 memory, making the motherboard at least nominally upgradeable to a more modern spec. It does make a bit of an odd combo with the Core i5 here, though for straightforward gaming performance, it shouldn't prove any issue and deliver high frame rates.

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Skytech Azure 2 | Ryzen 7 7700X | RX 7800 XT | 32 GB DDR5-5200 | 1 TB SSD | $1,599.99 $1,319.99 at Newegg (save $280 with code NEPDYA72)
This is a great option for those of you looking for a powerful build with an AMD GPU that doesn't break the bank. The great thing about the 7800 XT is that you're getting 16 GB of VRAM for a reasonable price. It performs somewhere between the RTX 4070 and 4070 Super, too, so it'll do just fine for 1440p and even some 4K gaming.

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Skytech Shiva | Core i5 14400F | RTX 4070 Super | 32 GB DDR5-5200 | 1 TB SSD | $1699.99 $1,349.99 at Newegg (save $350)
This Skytech RTX 4070 Super build costs more than the Yeyian Tanto 4070 Super build above, but for that extra cost you're getting a slightly better CPU and an extra 16 GB of (admittedly slower) RAM. Plus, you get that lovely white chassis.

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ABS Aeolian-M Ruby | Ryzen 7 7700X | Nvidia RTX 4070 Ti Super | 32 GB DDR5-5600 | 1 TB SSD | $2,099.99 $1,649.99 at Newegg (save $450)
This ABS build is stellar value for high-end gaming thanks to its RTX 4070 Ti graphics card. If it was paired with a better CPU such as a recent Core i7, it would make for a fantastic productivity build, too. But it's a worthy sacrifice, because the 7700X is more than enough for gaming and everyday tasks, and this way you get a low price tag to boot.

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ABS Tempest Aqua | Core i7 14700F | RTX 4070 Ti Super | 32 GB DDR5-6000 | 1 TB SSD | $1,999.99 $1,749.99 at Newegg (save $250)
This ABS machine, in addition to housing the stellar RTX 4070 Ti Super, has 32 GB of speedy RAM, a high-end CPU, and heaps of RGB. It also has a more powerful CPU than the other ABS build above. In other words, all the prospective high-end gamer should need. It only has a 1 TB SSD, but that's one of the easiest components to upgrade down the line.

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Alienware Aurora R16 | Core i9 14900F | Nvidia RTX 4070 Ti Super | 1 TB SSD | $2,399.99 $1,799.99 at Dell (save $600)
Dell's been surprising us lately with some pretty fantastic deals on its Alienware gaming PCs. This one in particular sits on our list because of that beefy Core i9 CPU. Combined with an RTX 4070 Ti Super and 32 GB of DDR5 RAM, you have a solid all-round system for both high-end gaming and productivity. Just keep in mind that upgrading stuff might be a little more difficult down the line than with a custom PC thanks to all the proprietary parts.

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ABS Kaze Ruby | Ryzen 7 7700X | Nvidia RTX 4080 Super | 32 GB DDR5-6000 | 1 TB SSD | $2,399.99 $1,949.99 at Newegg (save $450)
With this rig, for less than $2,000 you're getting the most powerful graphics card barring the usually overkill RTX 4090, a CPU that's perfectly suitable for gaming, 32 GB of fast DDR5 RAM, and even a 1,000 W power supply. It should handle any game you throw on-screen with ease. The only real sacrifice is the 1 TB of storage, but that'll be easy to upgrade down the line. There's little not to love.

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ABS Eurus Aqua | Core i9 14900KF | Nvidia RTX 4080 Super | 32 GB DDDR5-6000 | 2 TB SSD | $2,699.99 $2,249.99 at Newegg (save $450 with code BFABS0547)
With this ABS RTX 4080 Super build, you're getting an Intel Core i9 14900KF for some of the best productivity performance barring the latest high-end 9000-series chips. If content creation or productivity work is a consideration, this ABS rig is probably the one to go for. Just ensure you install the latest microcode BIOS to prevent instability issues.

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Skytech Legacy | Ryzen 7 7800X3D | Nvidia RTX 4080 Super | 64 GB DDR5-5600 | 2 TB SSD | $3,099.99 $2,579.99 at Newegg (save $520)
This build is everything a gamer might want. The AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D is the best gaming CPU out right now and in this build it's paired with what is the most powerful graphics card barring the ridiculously expensive RTX 4090. Throw in a whopping 64 GB of DDR5 RAM and this Skytech build has more than enough to demolish any game in its path. It even has 2 TB of storage, so you shouldn't go running out of space for game installs any time soon.

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ABS Kaze Aqua | Core i9 13900K | RTX 4090 | 32 GB DDR5-6000 | 2 TB SSD | $3,699.99 $2,999.99 at Newegg (save $700)
You might still have to pay a pretty penny, but what you're getting here is the fastest gaming GPU you can currently buy in conjunction with a mega-fast i9 13900K and a healthy dose of DDR5. 2 TB of storage, too, which should give you plenty of room for a load of games and files. Deciding between this one and the Skytech Azure probably comes down to whether you want a CPU purely for gaming or for productivity, too. And whether you mind having to install a microcode update to keep this i9 build stable.

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Skytech Azure | Ryzen 7 7800X3D | RTX 4090 | 32 GB DDR5-5200 | 2 TB SSD | $3,999.99 $3,199.99 at Newegg (save $800)
This is a huge amount of cash to spend on a gaming PC, but it gets you the best gaming CPU and the best graphics card in one powerful package. And that can't be bad, can it? With that, you get 32 GB of DDR5 RAM, 2 TB of fast storage, and a hoofing great 1 KW power supply. Oof. If you really need that 4090, this is a solid price for a very extravagant build.

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Steam Deck (LCD) | 512 GB SSD | $449 at Steam
Okay, the Steam Deck may have had an OLED refresh but the original version is still the archetype of what a mobile PC gaming device should be. It's just as powerful as the most recent model so all those Steam Deck compatible games should run well. It's the OG PC gaming handheld, and it still demands respect.

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HP Victus 15 | RTX 4050 | Ryzen 5 8645HS | 15.6-inch | 1080p | 144 Hz | 8 GB DDR5 | 512 GB SSD | $979 $653.98 at Walmart (save $325.02)
Let's be upfront about this—8 GB of RAM is not enough in 2024. But when you're talking about a gaming notebook that costs just $650, but with a decent RTX 40-series GPU inside it, I can swallow it. Especially when you can easily upgrade the RAM with just a wee screwdriver in-hand. And 16 GB of fast dual-channel DDR5 is just $50-odd right now. The RTX 4050 is just a 75 W variant, so not the outright fastest, but will still definitely do the job at 1080p, and for this money, that's all you can ask.

Price check: Newegg $694.95

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Acer Nitro V | RTX 4050 | Ryzen 5 7535HS | 15.6-inch | 1080p | 144 Hz | 16 GB DDR5 | 512 GB SSD | $949.99 $699.99 at Best Buy (save $250)
Let's be up front here—the mobile RTX 4050 isn't a particularly powerful gaming GPU. However, if you're on a tight budget and looking to take advantage of DLSS 3, this discount lappy has a lot going for it. It's got a decently fast display, a chunky little six core Zen 4 CPU, 16 GB of DDR5 and a relatively subtle chassis design. I'd upgrade the SSD to something bigger for cheap, but otherwise it's a decent budget gaming machine for the price.

Price check: Newegg $864.99

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Dell G15 | RTX 4060 | Ryzen 7 7840HS | 15.6-inch | 1080p | 165 Hz | 16 GB DDR5 4800| 512 GB SSD | $1,099.99 $799.99 at Dell (save $300)
This is the cheapest we've seen a proper RTX 4060 laptop for a while, with an all round selection of components that makes a lot of sense. It's a shame about the 512 GB SSD, but you can always stick a bigger one in it from our cheap SSD deals page.

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Asus TUF F15 | RTX 4070 | Core i7 13620H | 15.6-inch | 1080p | 144 Hz | 16 GB DDR5-4800 | 1 TB SSD | $1,399.99 $999.99 at Best Buy (save $400)
This is a gaming laptop deal that makes it tough to recommend RTX 4060 machines for anything over $1,000. With a genuine RTX 4070 GPU in a system for this much you're got a lot of gaming power for a great price. We did see a 12th Gen version for $980 around Black Friday last year, so there is precedent, but this laptop represents great value.

Price check: Amazon $1,339.99

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Asus ROG Zephyrus G16 | RTX 4070 | Intel Core i7-13620H | 16-inch | 165 Hz | 1080p | 512 GB SSD | 16 GB DDR4 3200 | $1,599.99 $1,149.99 at Best Buy (save $400)
There's a couple of caveats here to be aware of, but this thin, light and powerful little laptop is still a superb deal. You get a 120 W RTX 4070, a 10 core (six performance, four efficient) Intel chip, and 16 GB of DDR4. That 512 GB SSD is on the small side, but there's two M2 slots so it's easy to drop in some extra storage—and while that screen is only 1080p, it's still a vibrant and fast panel.

Price check: Newegg $1,599

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MSI Katana 15 | RTX 4070 | Intel Core i7-13620H | 16-inch | 144 Hz | 1200p | 1 TB SSD | 16 GB DDR5 | $1,180 at Amazon
You're only getting a 1080p screen here, which is a bit of a shame as the rest of the components are all rather excellent. Still, that RTX 4070 will have no problem pushing that 144 Hz panel to its limits in many games at that res, plus the 10 core (six P-core, four Efficient) CPU has some decent DDR5 to play with. It's not perfect, but for this money it's an excellent deal.

Price check: Newegg $1,299

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Dell G16 | RTX 4070 | Intel Core i9 13900HX | 16-inch | 240 Hz | 1600p | 1 TB SSD | 16 GB DDR5 4800 | $1,949.99 $1,299.99 at Dell (save $500)
With a blazingly fast 240 Hz 1600p display and Intel's super-powered Core i9 13900HX, this Dell gaming lappy has quite the spec sheet. You get a proper 140 W RTX 4070 as well—although it must be said that it's not the prettiest machine, nor the most compact. Still, it should deliver some proper mobile gaming firepower for a surprisingly small amount of cash.

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Asus TUF Gaming F17 | RTX 4070 | Intel Core i7-13620H | 17.3-inch | 240 Hz | 1440p | 1 TB SSD | 16 GB DDR5 | $1,699.99 $1,299.99 at Newegg (save $300)
This is a big chonker of a laptop, with a honking great 17-inch 240 Hz display. Combine that with a proper mobile RTX 4070, 16 GB of DDR5 and a 1 TB SSD, and you've got a big lappy with plenty of horsepower and a super speedy screen for a good price.

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Lenovo Legion 5i | RTX 4070 | Core i9 14900HX | 16-inch | 1600p | 240 Hz | 32 GB DDR5 5600 | 1 TB SSD | $1,799.99 $1,399.99 at B&H Photo (save $300)
Lenovo Legion gaming laptops have been excellent performers for a while now, and this one has specs to impress. The CPU is a 24 core (8 Performance 16 efficient) powerhouse, plus you get a proper 32 GB of RAM to play with. Match that with a 140 W RTX 4070 and a 240 Hz screen and this laptop is virtually flawless for the money. 2 TB of storage would be nice if I was being picky, but 1 TB will do you fine.

Price check: Best Buy $1,899.99

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Gigabyte Aorus 17H | RTX 4070 | Core i7 13700H | 17.3-inch | 1440p | 240 Hz | 16 GB DDR5-4800 | 1 TB SSD | $1,749 $1,563.21 at Amazon (save $185.79)
This is a big laptop that, for once, hasn't been packed with the most power-hungry and heat producing components, which is refreshing. That Core i7 is easier to keep cool than an i9 and it's a more suitable match for the 140W RTX 4070 alongside, which should have no problem pushing 1440p res gaming to that screen. Speaking of which, that 240 Hz panel is very speedy indeed, especially for this price.

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Acer Predator Triton Neo 16 | RTX 4070 | Core Ultra 9 185H | 16-inch | 2000p | 165 Hz | 32 GB DDR5 | 1 TB SSD | $1,575 at Amazon
Let's start with a caveat—the chassis here isn't exactly beautiful. But everything else about this laptop is great for the price, including a 140 W RTX 4070, a 16 core (six Performance, eight Efficient) Meteor Lake chip and a 16-inch 2000p LED backlit IPS display. That resolution might be a bit much for the RTX 4070 in demanding games, but there's always DLSS 3 to keep the frame rate smooth. 32 GB of DDR5 is great to see, too.

Price check: Newegg $1599.99

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Lenovo Legion Pro 7 | RTX 4080 | Core i9 14900HX | 16-inch | 1600p | 240 Hz | 32 GB DDR5-5600 | 1 TB SSD | $2,649 $1,999 at B&H Photo (save $650)
Lenovo make some brilliant gaming laptops, and this Legion Pro 7 is no exception. Featuring the mighty RTX 4080 in combination with Intel's top spec Core i9 mobile CPU, this high-end model should have no trouble tearing through any game you can throw at it. The screen is plenty speedy too with a 240 Hz refresh rate, and 32 GB of fast DDR5 is not to be sniffed at.

Price check: Newegg (2 TB SSD model) $2,499.99

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Gigabyte RTX 4090 | 24 GB GDDR6X | 16,384 CUDA Cores | 2,595 MHz boost | $1,979.97 at Newegg
RTX 4090 pricing is still silly money, even with this sizeable discount. That said, with all the export ban nonsense, the RTX 4090 was way up over $2,000 for a time. Now it's back down to something slightly less bonkers. At least it's still by far the fastest graphics card on the planet. Or off it, for that matter.

RTX 4090 price check: Best Buy $1,929.99

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ASRock RX 6600 | 8 GB GDDR6 | 1,792 shaders | 2,491 MHz boost | $199.99 at Newegg
The RX 6600 is a quality 1080p GPU now that its price properly reflects its status. It usually fluctuates between $190 and $200, and even at $200, we're getting a budget graphics card that delivers high frame rates in the latest games at 1080p. PC gaming doesn't have to cost a fortune, you know?

RX 6600 price check: Walmart $199.99 | Amazon $199.99 | Best Buy $209.99

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XFX RX 6650 XT | 8 GB GDDR6 | 2,048 shaders | 2,635 MHz boost | $299.99 $239.99 at Best Buy (save $60)
With the RX 6600 XT stock starting to dwindle, it seems like the faster RX 6650 XT is taking its place as one of the best budget GPUs around. It's an 8GB GPU with the same core specs as the RX 6600 XT but has a slightly higher clock speed boost. We like the newer RX 7600 more, but it also costs a little more.

RX 6650 XT price check: Amazon $234.99 | Walmart $279

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ASRock RX 7600 | 8 GB GDDR6 | 2,048 shaders | 2,695 MHz boost | $269.99 $249.99 at Amazon (save $20)
As the budget baby of the RDNA 3 family, the RX 7600 faces a lot of competition. Not just from Intel and Nvidia, but from AMD's previous generation of cards too. At this price, though, it's quite a bit cheaper than the RX 6700 XT and in some games, it performs nearly as well. It's not the most exciting of graphics cards, though.

RX 7600 price check: Newegg $249.99 | Walmart $249.99 | Best Buy $269.99

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ASRock Arc A770 | 16 GB GDDR6 | 4,096 shaders | 2,150 MHz boost | $279.99 at Newegg
You can score a whole heap of memory here for under $300. Admittedly, the rest of the GPU isn't quite on par with the competition from AMD and Nvidia in terms of performance consistency. But if you need lots of memory for other reasons, this is the way to go.

A770 price check: Amazon $299.99 | Walmart $279.99

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Galax RTX 4060 | 8 GB GDDR6 | 3,072 shaders | 2,565 MHz boost | $299.99 $289.97 at Amazon (save $10.03)
If you must have Ada Lovelace, Nvidia's latest gaming architecture, the cheapest way in is this RTX 4060. Faster than the RTX 3060 but the price suggests it should have been better. You do get the full DLSS 3.5 suite, though, and it's pretty decent at encoding video for streaming. Nevertheless, we prefer AMD's RX 7600 or last-gen RX 6700.

RTX 4060 price check: Newegg $289.99 | Walmart $299 | Best Buy $294.99

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XFX RX 6750 XT | 12 GB GDDR6 | 2,560 shaders | 2,600 MHz boost | $369.99 $339.99 at Best Buy (save $40)
Coming in at the same price as the plain ol' RX 6700 XT (which happens infrequently), this version comes with higher core and memory clocks. That generally makes for higher frame rates in games, though that does depend on what you're playing. It's worth a look, especially for all that speedy VRAM.

Price check: Newegg $319.99 | Amazon $320.61

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Galax RTX 4060 Ti | 8 GB GDDR6 | 4,352 shaders | 2,565 MHz boost | $369.99 at Amazon
The RTX 4060 Ti might have had a bit of a rocky reception with that 8GB of VRAM but we found it performed very well in our review, and it makes a very solid mid-range performer, particularly with the ability to take advantage of DLSS 3 and Frame Generation. This is a small twin-fan model that should still run cool and quiet and delivers a lot of gaming performance in a super-efficient fashion.

RTX 4060 Ti price check: Newegg $379.99 | Walmart $379.99 | Best Buy $379.99

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Acer RX 7700 XT | 12 GB GDDR6 | 3,072 shaders | 2,590 MHz boost | $390.61 at Amazon
The Radeon RX 7700 XT might lose out to its bigger brother, the RX 7800 XT, but if you're building a system on a budget it still makes a great mid-range card for solid 1440p gaming, as we found in our review of the Sapphire model.

RX 7700 XT price check: Newegg $419.99 | Walmart $419.99

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XFX RX 7800 XT | 16 GB GDDR6 | 3,840 shaders | 2,430 MHz boost | $469.99 at Walmart
At this price point, the best card used to be the RX 6800 XT but these days we have deals like this one, where the 7800 XT has the same price tag. It's only a little bit faster than the card it's replaced, but you're still getting a lotta GPU for the money.

RX 7800 XT price check: Newegg $479.99 | Best Buy $489.99 | Amazon $480.60

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Zotac RTX 4070 | 12 GB GDDR6X | 5,888 shaders | 2,490 MHz boost | $629 $499.99 at Walmart (save $129.01)
The RTX 4070 is a popular card and can be difficult to find at a discount, but it's important to remember that this price is way cheaper than it was at launch. You're getting nearly RTX 3080 performance but with all those nice RTX 40 features. This model uses the traditional 8-pin PCIe power connector, rather than the new 12VHPWR one, which makes it far easier to install as an upgrade.

RTX 4070 price check: Newegg $539.99 | Best Buy $549.99 | Amazon $534.99

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ASRock RX 7900 GRE | 16 GB GDDR6 | 5,120 shaders | 2,290 MHz boost | $529.99 at Newegg
The RX 7900 GRE is one of the more recent releases out of AMD, at least in the global market. It started out as a special edition for the Chinese gaming market, but it was rolled out globally to help the red team compete with the green guys. It's a good deal, too, being big chunks of the RX 7900 XT but with a little bit less of everything, to make a very performant but cheaper GPU.

Price check: Amazon $539.99 | Walmart $529.99 | Best Buy $569.99

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Galax RTX 4070 Super | 12 GB GDDR6X | 7,168 shaders | 2,490 MHz boost | $579.99 at Amazon
The RTX 4070 Super is the latest version of Nvidia's mid-range card. Is it worth more than the regular RTX 4070 and the RX 7800 XT? Tricky to answer, so check out the benchmarks in our RTX 4070 Super review to see if it's the right choice for you. One way or another though, this is still the cheapest version we've found to date.

RTX 4070 Super price check: Newegg $609.99 | Walmart $578.81 | Best Buy $599.99

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XFX RX 7900 XT | 20 GB GDDR6 | 5,376 shaders | 2,450 MHz boost | $689.99 $639.99 at Newegg (save $10 with code VGAEXCASET2232)
Seeing a bunch of RX 7900 XTs selling for well less than the original MSRP is a welcome sight, and while they might get overshadowed by some of Nvidia's greatest, they deliver a huge amount of performance. What we like about the Sapphire in particular is that it should run quieter than your average RX 7900 XT. We all could do with a little less noise from our PC.

RX 7900 XT price check: Amazon $690.91 | Best Buy $669.99 | Walmart $699.99

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MSI RTX 4070 Ti Super | 16 GB GDDR6X | 8,448 shaders | 2,640 MHz boost | $799.99 $779.99 at Newegg (save $10)
The RTX 4070 Ti Super might be relatively new to the market, but we're finally seeing discounts on what is a very performant card. This model is very solid and comes with a triple fan cooler, and with the power of DLSS 3 makes for a mighty addition to any gaming rig.

RTX 4070 Ti Super price check: Amazon $799.99 | Best Buy $799.99 | Walmart $799.99

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Powercolor RX 7900 XTX | 24 GB GDDR6 | 6,144 shaders | 2,525 MHz boost | $899.99 $849.99 at Amazon (save $50)
Just like with the RTX 4080, it used to be hard to find AMD's RX 7900 XTX heavily discounted down below its MSRP price. But good deals can now be found and we'll happily take a substantial discount on this high-end GPU. The Radeon RX 7900 XTX is stupidly fast and there are plenty of good cooling designs for this card, including this one.

RX 7900 XTX price check: Walmart $879.99| Newegg $879.99 | Best Buy $869.99

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Gigabyte RTX 4080 Super | 16 GB GDDR6 | 10,240 CUDA Cores | 2,550 MHz boost | $999.99 at Amazon
While Nvidia's replacement for the RTX 4080 is only a little bit faster, the MSRP of the RTX 4080 Super is a fair bit lower at $999. Now, like the RTX 4070 Super and RTX 4070 Ti Super above, we're starting to see some discounts but nothing major.

RTX 4080 price check: Best Buy $999.99 | Newegg $999.99

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Acer KC242Y | 23.8-inch | 1080p | 100 Hz | VA | FreeSync | $117.99 $89.99 at Amazon (save $28)
Ok, so it's pretty small, and a VA panel. But honestly, for this money and from a well-known and trusted manufacturer, with AMD FreeSync and a 100Hz refresh rate? A pretty good deal if you ask us. This would make an excellent second monitor, or a pretty quick main monitor in a pinch if you're building on a very tight budget.

Price check: Best Buy $129.99

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ASRock Phantom Gaming | 27-inch | 1080p | 165 Hz | IPS | FreeSync | $179.99 $99.77 at Newegg (save $79.22)
ASRock has become a favorite of ours around here over busy shopping periods. These screens always seem to be on offer, and from the one we've used (read our review) they're good value for the money, too. You can't really complain with this 165Hz panel for just under $100.

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Acer Nitro XF243Y | 23.8-inch | 1080p | 180Hz | IPS | FreeSync | $149.99 $109.99 at Amazon (save $40)
If you reckon IPS rather than VA tech is essential for a proper gaming panel, do not despair. This 180Hz Acer monitor rocks IPS panel tech for a whisker over $100. Sure, it's only 1080p and 24 inches. But if you're looking for maximum speed for minimum money, this is an excellent deal.

Price check: Best Buy $129.99

Acer Nitro | 27-inch | 1080p | 240 Hz | VA | | Curved | FreeSync | $197.99 $135.20 at Amazon (save $62.79)
If you're desperate for a super-high refresh rate on a budget, then this Acer Nitro screen should fit the bill. It's not very bright, rated at just 250 nits, but it's a good size, is a VA panel and sports a full 240 Hz refresh rate for a rather tasty price tag.

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Acer KA272U |27-inch | 1440p | IPS | 100 Hz | $199.99 $139.99 at Best Buy (save $60)
If you're on the tightest of budgets, this will get you a decently sized 1440p monitor for a real bargain price. It's even got a higher-than-60 Hz refresh rate. Okay, 100 Hz isn't spectacular, but it is still notably smoother than 60 Hz. It's also not the brightest screen, rated at 250 nits peak, but the compromises will have to come in somewhere. If you want something brighter, the $159 ASRock below is a true winner.

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ASRock Phantom PG27Q15R2A | 27-inch | 165 Hz | 1440p | VA | FreeSync Premium | $239.99 $142.77 at Newegg (save $97.22)
ASRock's gaming monitors are always so darned cheap—we love them for that. This 1440p panel offers resolution and a rapid refresh rate for a potent PC gaming combo, though the built-in Wi-Fi antenna helps it stand out from the crowd. That's hardly essential, but could come in use for some.

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Acer Nitro ED270U | 27-inch | 1440p | VA | FreeSync Premium | 170 Hz | $249.99 $149.99 at Newegg (save $100)
This is one of the best deals on a 1440p gaming monitor we've seen so far. A respectable brand and a respectable spec, although it might be worth holding out for an IPS panel. Still, a good price on a great little screen.

Price check: Amazon $159.99

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Samsung Odyssey G5 G55C | 27-inch | 165 Hz | 1440p | VA | $249 $179.99 at Walmart (save $69.01)
This monitor was already a great deal at its previous $216 Amazon price. Now, for $200 at Walmart, it's a steal. Samsung has form when it comes to getting VA panels to achieve good response. Put simply, Samsung VA panels are the quickest.

Price check: Amazon $219.99 | Newegg $219.99

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Acer Nitro XV271U M3bmiiprx | 27-inch | 180 Hz | 1440p | 0.5 ms G2G response | IPS | $289.99 $199.99 at Amazon (save $90)
This Acer monitor is a steal for all you prospective competitive gamers, hitting a high refresh rate and low response time sweet spot (0.5-1 ms gray-to-gray). It's the same price as the Odyssey G5 below but is better for those of you who prefer an IPS panel to a VA.

Price check: Newegg $271.99

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Acer Nitro XZ271U X3bmiiphx | 27-inch | 240Hz | 1440p | 1ms G2G response | IPS | $349.99 $249.99 at Newegg (save $100)
OK, these Acer monitor names are a bad joke. But bear with us, because this screen has loads to offer. The main attraction is a 240Hz 1440p panel with 1ms response times. That's pretty much the ideal real-world 16:9 gaming solution. Just take great care with what you're ordering and those model names!

Price Check: Walmart $249.99 | Amazon $270

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Gigabyte M28U | 28-inch | 4K | 144Hz | IPS | $599 $399.99 at Amazon (save $199.01)
Here's a monitor we really rate from our Gigabyte M28U review. We actually loved this package for its blend of speed and resolution, even at its original $650 price tag. At this tantalizingly cheap price, it's that much better.

Price check: Newegg $399.99

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LG UltraGear | 32-inch | IPS | 144Hz | 4K | FreeSync and G-Sync Compatible | $599.99 $522.90 at Amazon (save $77.09)
You can pick up a cheaper VA 32-inch 4K screen above, but this is a fully gorgeous IPS panel and is dearer for it. With G-Sync and FreeSync support, you will always net smooth frames on this UltraGear—providing your GPU is up to the task. We're big fans of LG monitors, and this is a good 'un.

Price check: Best Buy $529.99

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Gigabyte M32UC | 32-inch | 4K | 144Hz | VA | FreeSync Premium Pro | $629.99 $529.99 at Newegg (save $100)
Here's our pick for the best budget 4K gaming monitor, but now it's even cheaper. That's a deal we can't pass up. It's a gloriously simple panel with a no-frills look paired with a speedy refresh of up to 144Hz and a handy USB hub. Our Jacob uses this panel daily, and he's had no complaints with it so far.

Price check: Best Buy $629.99

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Gigabyte M32U | 32-inch | 4K | 144Hz | IPS | FreeSync | $729.99 $499.99 at B&H (save $230)
The flat version of Gigabyte's M32U isn't only flatter, it also comes with a lovely IPS panel. That's why it's also a touch more expensive, but if you won't get outta bed for anything less than IPS, this is a fair price for a monitor with HDMI 2.1 and a USB hub.

Price check: Newegg $499.99

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Samsung Odyssey Ark 2nd gen | 55-inch | 4K | Freesync | $2,999.99 $1,799.48 at Walmart (save $1,200.51)
Do you need the Ark? Probably not, but damned if it isn't at least worth a look nonetheless. This screen offers something few others do, probably for good reason. It's absolutely massive, curved out the wazoo, ready for HDR to the extreme, built with Mini LED tech, and runs at 165Hz. It's something different, and that's why it bears mentioning that it's pretty much always on sale.

Price check: Best Buy $1,999.99 | Amazon $2,556.25

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LG UltraGear 34GP63A-B | 34-inch | 160 Hz | 3440 x 1440 | VA | $399.99 $318 at Amazon (save $80)
At its current price, this LG ultrawide is a genuine bargain. By comparison, Alienware's fancy QD-OLED 34-inch panel is around $800 even on sale. This LG matches its size, resolution, aspect ratio and refresh rate for less than one-third of the price, although of course, it is a VA panel, not an OLED. It's also not the brightest gaming monitor ever, but it is a very good deal.

Price check: LG $399.99

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GIGABYTE M34WQ | 34-inch | 144Hz | IPS | $449.99 $329.99 at Amazon (save $120)
Gigabyte make some of our favorite gaming monitors, and as ultrawides go, this one's a bit of a peach. That IPS panel is plenty fast with a 144Hz refresh rate, and it's got plenty of ports for all sorts of connection possibilities. A 400 nits brightness rating is pretty great for this sort of price, too.

Price check: Newegg $349.99 | Walmart $349.99

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Samsung Odyssey G5 | 34-inch VA | 3440 x 1440 | 250 nits |1ms MPRT | $549.99 $357.77 at Amazon (save $192.22)
34-inch ultrawide 1440p gaming remains one of our firm favourites. It's a great compromise between lots of detail and decent frame rates. This Samsung panel gives you all that with 3,440 by 1,440 pixels, 165Hz refresh and 1ms response. It's not the brightest at 250 nits. But if you can live with that, it's an awful lot of monitor for the money.

Price check: Best Buy $549.99

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Samsung 34 inch Odyssey curved monitor | 34-inch | 175Hz | 0.03 ms response time | WQHD | OLED | $1,299.99 $799.99 at Newegg (save $500.00)
With a 175 Hz refresh rate, this 34-inch curved ultrawide OLED monitor has AMD FreeSync Premium Pro and it's buttery smooth, thanks to that impressive 0.03 ms response time. With True Black 400 HDR, the panel looks fantastic, and the built-in Gaming Hub makes for a much snappier gaming experience.

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MSI MAG 341CQP | 34-inch | 175 Hz | QD-OLED | $779.99 $729.99 at Newegg (save $50)
OLED gaming still isn't as affordable as we'd like. But it's getting there. This 34-inch ultrawide QD-OLED beast is still a good deal at this price, however. The 175 Hz refresh is a tiny bit pedestrian, but it's plenty fast enough for us and in all other regards, this is the full OLED experience, including 0.03ms response and serious HDR sizzle.

Price check: Amazon $788.49

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MSI MAG 321UP | 32-inch | 165 Hz | QD-OLED | $829.99 $799.99 at Amazon (save $30)
What a difference a letter makes... especially when it comes to gaming monitors. The code names given to monitors are often impenetrable, but the difference between this MAG 321UP and the MAG321UPX is that this one has a 165 Hz refresh instead of 240 Hz. That's the only difference between this and more expensive OLED, otherwise, you're still getting a gorgeous 4K panel, with response times to die for, and pixel quality, I dunno, to live for? If you're not concerned about the refresh rate difference (and do you have the hardware to hit a matching 240 fps otherwise?) then this is where the smart OLED money is spent.

Price check: Newegg $799.99

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Gigabyte Aorus CO49DQ | 49-inch | 144Hz | 5120 x 1440 | OLED | $1,099.99 $899.99 at Amazon (save $200)
It's not been around for long but the Aorus CO49DQ already has a decent discount, and it's a lot of monitor for the money as we found in our review. Those rocking the RTX 4090 might be better off with the higher refresh rate of the Samsung Odyssey G9 G93SC, but the rest of us can take advantage of this very wide, very pretty looking panel for a bit less.

Price check: Newegg $1,769.99`

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MSI MAG 321UPX | 32-inch | 240Hz | QD-OLED | $899.99 at Newegg
With its special launch price of $949, the MSI MAG 321UPX was already by far the cheapest of the new generation of gorgeous high-pixel density 4K gaming OLEDs. But you can already get for $50 off. It makes most 27-inch 1440p OLEDs look painfully overpriced. It may be out of stock when you click through, but it's worth checking back for this great deal.

Price check: Amazon $972

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Samsung Odyssey G9 | 49-inch | 240Hz | 5120 x 1440 | OLED | $1,799.99 $1,199.99 at Amazon (save $720)
All evidence points to this being a computer monitor, but let's be real: This is a surfboard that can display moving pictures. An extremely nice surfboard, to be sure: You're getting just about every bell and whistle you could want in an ultra-ultrawide monitor at the steepest discount we've seen.

Price check: Samsung $1,199.99

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HP FX900 Pro | 512 GB | NVMe | PCIe 4.0 | 7,400 MB/s read | 6,700 MB/s write | $54.99 $49.49 at Amazon (save $5.50)
It's not flashy, but honestly, do you need anything more than a fast and reliable drive from a good brand at a great price? HP's FX900 Pro certainly fits all those parameters, and with these kinds of speeds on offer, this SSD is no slouch. It has all the specs you might want at this level, including 1 GB of DRAM for heavy workloads.

Price check: Newegg $49.49

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XPG Gammix S55 M.2 2230 | 512 GB | NVMe | PCIe 4.0 | 5,000 MB/s read | 3,700 MB/s writes | $50.99 at Newegg
Buy the cheapest Steam Deck you can find and then slap one of these into it for a welcome boost in storage capacity and performance. It's as basic as they come but in this case, that's a good thing as you're not paying for anything you won't need.

Price check: Walmart $50.99

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Team Group MP44L | 1 TB | M.2 2280 | PCIe 4.0 | 5,000 MB/s read | 4,500 MB/s write | $79.99 $56.99 at Newegg (save $23)
The MP44L is far from being the fastest SSD you can buy but for the money, you really can't complain. The read/write speeds are pretty low compared to others in our curated list, but they're still fast enough for most users and way better than a SATA SSD. If you avoid using it for heavy data transfers, you'll have no problems with it.

Price check: Amazon $56.99

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Nextorage NEM-PAB | 1 TB | NVMe | PCIe 4.0 | 7,400 MB/s Read | 6,100 MB/s write | $149.99 $67.99 at Newegg (save $82)
Nextorage may be a relatively new name in NMVe SSDs but don't be fooled by appearances. This drive uses the ubiquitous Phison E18 controller, and the 1 TB version represents excellent price/performance value here. This version without a DRAM cache makes it less responsive than the DRAM-equipped NEM-PA model, despite having a slight advantage in stated straight-line performance. Check out our review of the NEM-PA for more.

Price check: Amazon $84.99

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Lexar NM790| 1 TB | NVMe | PCIe 4.0 | 7,400 MB/s read | 6,500 MB/s write | $99.99 $74.99 at Amazon (save$25)
For anyone looking for a cheap, spacious drive offering serious performance, this is a genuinely brilliant SSD for the money. Our review of the 4 TB version clearly shows just how good it is.

Price check: Newegg $90.75

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Crucial MX500 | 1 TB | 2.5" | SATA 6 Gb/s | 560 MB/s read | 510 MB/s write | $86.95 $79.98 at Newegg (save $6.97)
Not enough M.2 NVMe slots on your motherboard for more storage? No problem—you can still install a speedy SSD via a SATA port. The Crucial MX500 is pretty much the best out there, as nothing else offers the same blend of performance and value for money as the MX500. It's also available in 2 TB and 4 TB sizes, with the prices scaling on par with the storage capacity.

Price check: Best Buy $86.99

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WD Black SN850X | 1 TB | NVMe | PCIe 4.0 | 7,300 MB/s read | 6,300 MB/s write | $93.99 $83.99 at Amazon (save $10)
This is still our favorite SSD for gaming, despite the strong competition and volatile prices. Unlike the cheaper SN770, the SN850X encapsulates the best PCIe 4.0 offers in terms of performance (check out our review). That makes it a great fit for a boot drive with space to spare for your game library, and at this price, we're happy to pay the premium for its higher speed.

Price check: Best Buy $89.99

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Lexar Play 2230 | 1 TB | NVMe | PCIe 4.0 | 5,200 MB/s read | 4,700 MB/s write | $109.99 at Amazon
For Steam Deck upgrades, the Lexar Play is our new favorite and you can see why in our full review. It's fast for a 2230 size format, with great sustained performance. It also runs cool, even under a heavy load. The only negative is the fact that 1 TB is the largest capacity available and its price is volatile.

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Team Group Cardea Z540 | 1 TB | NVMe | PCIe 5.0 | 11,700 MB/s read | 9,500 MB/s write | $189.99 $139.99 at Newegg (save $50)
If you absolutely must have the fastest possible SSD, you need to get a Gen5 model. Team Group's Z540 is ridiculously quick in benchmarks but no game exists yet that takes advantage of that speed. As with all Gen5 SSDs, it's very expensive and runs really hot, so it's probably best to wait for the next round of PCIe 5.0 SSDs before taking the plunge.

Price check: Amazon $139.99

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Silicon Power UD90 | 2 TB | NVMe | PCIe 4.0 | 5,000 MB/s read | 4,800 MB/s write | $144.97 $92.97 at B&H Photo (save $52)
You might not know Silicon Power from Samsung, but this SSD is well-received by our friends at Tom's Hardware. It offers plenty of speed for a Steam library expansion but with a meager cost per gigabyte of just five cents. It's not the fastest SSD out there, though.

Price check: Newegg $94.99 | Amazon $97.97

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Team Group MP44L | 2 TB | NVMe | PCIe 4.0 | 4,800 MB/s read | 4,400 MB/s write | $139.99 $102.99 at Newegg (save $37.00)
There's no DRAM to boost sustained performance and the SLC cache isn't especially big, either. But the speed is good enough for most workloads and when 1 TB of storage costs this much, who cares that it's not flash or fancy? Not us, that's for sure.

Price check: Amazon $102.99

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Nextorage G-LE | 2 TB | NVMe | PCIe 4.0 | 7,400 MB/s read | 6,400 MB/s write | $134.99 $107.99 at Amazon (save $27)
This DRAM-less Nextorage drive still has plenty of pace about it, and if you're just using it as an extra game library SSD to contend with your expanding library, but still need some storage speed, it's a great option. The extra cache can come in handy as a boot drive, increasing responsiveness for smaller write operations, but for games, this more affordable option can be a good way to save some cash on a new build or upgrade.

Price check: Newegg $114.99

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Nextorage NEM-PAB | 2 TB | NVMe | PCIe 4.0 | 7,300 MB/s read | 6,900 MB/s write | $249.99 $109.99 at Newegg (save $140)
You can expect top performance out of this drive, which is impressive for the price. This version without a DRAM cache makes it a little less responsive than the DRAM-equipped NEM-PA model, despite having a slight advantage in stated straight-line performance. Unfortunately, this drive's price is volatile, but it's still one of the better-value 2 TB drives with a heatsink right now.

Price check: Amazon $139.99

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Team Group MP44S M.2 2230 | 2 TB | PCIe 4.0 | 5,000 MB/s read | 3,500 MB/s write | Steam Deck + ROG Ally compatible | $169.99 $134.99 at Newegg (save $35)
This Team Group drive isn't the fastest compact SSD you can stick in your Steam Deck, but it is one of the cheapest 2TB drives you'll be able to find for your wee handheld gaming PC. And it will also be a little quicker than the stock drive the Deck ships with, too.

Price check: Amazon $136.99

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Lexar NM790 | 2 TB | NVMe | PCIe 4.0 | 7,400 MB/s read | 6,500 MB/s write | $189.99 $139.99 at Amazon (save $50)
This SSD is a great deal right now and Lexar has put together a superb SSD in the NM790. Thanks to high-layer NAND and a low-power controller, you get tons of storage here on an energy-efficient and great-performing drive for not much cash and often much less cash than the competition. Read our Lexar NM790 (4 TB) review for more.

Price check: Newegg $149.99

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WD Black SN850X | 2 TB | NVMe | PCIe 4.0 | 7,300 MB/s read | 6,300 MB/s write | $189.99 $139.99 at Amazon (save $50)
Our favorite SSD for gaming right now encapsulates the best PCIe 4.0 offers in terms of performance (check out our review). That makes it a great fit for a boot drive with space to spare for your game library but while it's super fast and reliable, prices are really volatile.

Price check: Newegg $139.99 | Best Buy $142.99

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Silicon Power XS70 | 2 TB | NVMe | PCIe 4.0 | 7,300 MB/s read | 6,800 MB/s write | $179.99 $144.52 at Amazon (save $35.47)
Prices for the XS70 are some of the most variable I've seen for an SSD, so it's perhaps worth waiting to see if the price dips again before picking one up. It packs rather a large bang for your buck with its fast read and write times, at least. While the software side of things may be a little lacking, we were impressed with this drive's overall performance and value proposition.

Price check: Newegg $230.60

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Team Group QX | 4 TB | 2.5" | SATA III 6 Gb/s | 560 MB/s read | 510 MB/s write | $200.99 $187.99 at Newegg (save $13)
It's a fair chunk of cash for a slow SSD but if you're looking for lots of storage and don't need a blazing NVMe drive, then this is the cheapest way of putting a 4 TB SSD in your gaming PC. Just don't expect it to sustain full speed under heavy workloads and you'll be fine.

Price check: Amazon $187.99

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Silicon Power UD90 | 4 TB | NVMe | PCIe 4.0 | 5,000 MB/s read | 4,500 MB/s write | $239.99 $199.99 at Amazon (save $40)
This Silicon Power might not be the fastest of drives, but it's difficult to argue with this much storage for this sort of money. With a sequential read/write of 5,000 MB/s and 4,500 MB/s, it's still not what you'd call slow and should be fine for gaming; plus it comes from a reliable brand.

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Team Group MP44 | 4 TB | NVMe | PCIe 4.0 | 7,400 MB/s read | 6,900 MB/s write | $299.99 $230.99 at Amazon (save $69)
This Team Group boasts some mighty specs for the money, though it's actually the same hardware as in the Lexar NM790. The sequential read/write speeds are extremely high but it can only sustain them over short bursts. At this price, it's well worth putting up with that limitation.

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Silicon Power XS70 | 4 TB | NVMe | PCIe 4.0 | 7,200 MB/s read | 6,800 MB/s write | $309.99 $259.99 at Amazon (save $50)
High-performance 4TB SSDs are starting to rocket in price but if you absolutely must have one, this is an excellent choice. Mountains of storage and blistering speed—this XS70 has them both, but you'll be paying a pretty penny for it. At least it comes with a decent heatsink to keep temperatures under control.

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Adata SE810 | 1 TB | USB 3.2 Gen2x2 | 2,000 MB/s read | 2,000 MB/s write | $89.99 $79.99 at Amazon (save $10)
Small, light, and very fast in the right USB port, this little SSD might be all you need for your external storage requirements. While we didn't think it offered a great amount of drop resistance in our review, the SE810 is rated to IP68, so it'll fend off dust and water ingress nicely.

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Team Group PD20M | 1 TB | USB 3.2 Gen2x2 | 2,000 MB/s read | 2,000 MB/s write | $79.99 at Amazon
Not all external SSDs need to be big and bulky. This Team Group PD20M is just 40 g in weight and 8.2 mm thick, making it very portable. It's also MagSafe-compatible so you can attach it to the back of an iPhone and extend its storage, with an appropriate cable. As with all fast external SSDs, you'll need a USB 3.2 Gen2x2 (20 Gbps) port to get the full speed.

Price check: Newegg $79.99

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Samsung T7 Shield | 1 TB | USB 3.2 Gen2 | 1,050 MB/s read | 1,000 MB/s write | $169.99 $119.99 at Amazon (save $50)
Samsung's external drives have a better recent history than its internal SSDs, so we've no hesitation in recommending the T7 for any professional looking for a large amount of storage that can be safely taken from place to place. They're designed to be rugged and fast, a potent combo. Oh, and they're available in three colors. Don't forget that you'll need to have a USB 3.2 Gen 2 port in your PC to get the best speed.

Price check: Newegg $119.99

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Crucial X9 Pro | 2 TB | USB 3.2 Gen2 | Up to 1,050 MB/s read and write | $169.99 $126.99 at Best Buy (save $43)
Crucial is a big name in SSDs, and the Micron-owned brand is offering a small saving on this 2 TB external model. The drive comes in an anodized aluminium shell with a rubberized base and is just 65 x 50 mm big. There's an integrated lanyard hole too, if you want to wear it, which hides a drive activity light.

Price check: Amazon $149.69 | Newegg $126.99

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Samsung T7 Shield | 4 TB | USB 3.2 Gen2 | Up to 1,050 MB/s read and write | $499.99 $294.99 at Amazon (save $205)
You might think this is a lot of money for an external SSD, and you'd be right. But that's not to say it's a bad deal. In fact, it's one of the best deals in this list, at just under $0.06 per gigabyte. You're paying less, for more. Now I sound like Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang... "the more you buy, the more you save."

Price check: B&H $294.99 | Newegg $299.99

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Anda Seat Phantom 3 Series | PVC Leather or Fabric | $399.99 $269.99 at AndaSeat (save $130.99)
With a wide base and a simplistic design, the Phantom 3 isn't the most exciting-looking chair around, but it's all about the comfort and reliable build quality. We know all about AndaSeat quality at this point, and they're supremely robust chairs. The only real question about comfort is the pretty basic armrests and a bit of an awkward lumbar cushion.

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Boulies Master Series | Ultraflex PU/Water-Resistant Fabric | $459.99 $379.99 at Boulies (save $70)
The Boulies Master series performed very well in our review, and the model we covered with the water-resistant fabric is covered under this discount as well. It's got comfortable armrests, good lumbar support and is very stable in all positions, and it looks the part to boot. It might be a little small for some, but the comfort on offer here makes it worthy of serious consideration.

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Anda Seat Kaiser 3 Series | PVC leather or Fabric | $499.99 $429.99 at Anda Seat with discount code K3SS30 (save $70)
Another Andaseat chair, but this ones a little more premium, hence the price increase. In our review of the XL version we found it to be very comfy indeed with nice features like the magnetic snap-on neck support pillow and built in adjustable lumbar support. The adjustment knobs might be a bit fiddly, but overall this is a great gaming chair with a host of features even some of the more expensive thrones would love to have.

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Secretlab Titan Evo | 'Signatures' designs | Magnetic cushions | $549 at Secretlab
The Titan Evo is our favorite gaming chair, and has been for the longest time. It's the benchmark by which we judge all other gaming chairs—it's comfortable, supportive, and easy to assemble. The holy trinity. Buying direct from Secretlab is the only way to pick up this chair at this price right now, although it's worth mentioning that we expect it to go down closer to the $500 mark at some point over the sales period.

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Next Level Racing GT Lite | Sim racing cockpit | Foldable | $199.99 at Best Buy
Similar to the foldable Playseat Challenge, this Next Level Racing sim racing rig is a good option if you can't make permanent space for a whole sim racing rig. I don't blame you. With mounting points for your wheels and pedals, this will importantly keep you from slipping around under braking.

Price check: Amazon $234.99

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Playseat Challenge | Sim racing cockpit | Foldable | $229 $211.92 at Amazon
Playseat has become one of the go-to names for foldable sim racing fun, and this chair gives you most of the advantages of a proper sim racing rig setup while remaining foldable enough to stick in a wardrobe. You get plenty of adjustment, a pedal mount to stop your foot controls from slipping around, and a comfy driving position that's much more convenient to have in your home than a big metal frame.

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HyperX QuadCast | USB | Condenser | Anti-vibration shockmount | Built-in pop filter| 20 Hz to 20,000 Hz | $139.99 $104.92 at Amazon (save $35.70)
The OG Quadcast is a very good microphone indeed, with four polar patterns to choose from, an anti-vibration shock mount, a built-in pop filter and tap-to-mute functionality. It's also a rather shocking shade of red, so if you'd prefer some color variation, look below.

Price check: Newegg $137.57

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HyperX QuadCast S| USB | Condenser | Anti-vibration shockmount | Built-in pop filter | 20 Hz to 20,000 Hz | $159.99 $125.99 at Amazon (save $34)
If the original QuadCast isn't quite doing it for you in the looks department, how about the QuadCast S? It's pretty much exactly the same mic as the excellent Quadcast, just with some flashy RGB effects that'll look fantastic in your next meeting, or on your next stream. You're paying a fair bit for the lighting, it's true, but it really does look fabulous in action.

Price check: Newegg $159.99

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Shure MV7+ | USB | Dynamic | Built-in pop filter | 50 Hz to 16,000 Hz | $279 $249 at Amazon (save $30)
If you're looking for the best USB podcast microphone, look no further. We loved this mic so much in our review, it immediately went into an entirely new category in our best microphone guide. It needs a separate boom arm or stand, unfortunately, but other than that it's one of the best mics you can get your hands on right now. It'd make a mean pro-level streaming companion, too.

Price check: Shure $249

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Logitech C920S | 1080p/30 fps | USB | $69.99 $59.95 at Newegg (save $10.04)
Sometimes you just need a good default webcam for a reasonable price, in which case you'll be wanting some variation of the Logitech C920. We've picked the S model here, because it's on discount and it's just as good as all the other ones. Look atop most monitors, and you'll find some version of this sitting in the webcam spot, and for good reason.

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Razer Kiyo Pro | 1080p/60 fps | USB | $199.99 $129.95 at Best Buy (save $70)
If your office space or gaming setup struggles with lighting, but you still want to be seen, this Razer is the webcam for you. Our primary drawback for this cam in our review was the price, but with a significant discount this really is an excellent low-light performer.

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OBSBot Tiny 2 Lite | 4K | USB | HDR | $179 $149 at Amazon (save $30)
I'll let you into a secret: While we reviewed this mics bigger brother (complete with voice control, which is absent here), we're currently in the process of reviewing this "Lite" model. And I'll give you the scoop—it's really rather good. Who doesn't want a motorised, gesture- controlled robot friend, really?

Price check: Newegg $160.52

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Logitech G203 | Wired | 8,000 DPI | Right-handed | $39.99 $19.99 at Amazon (Save $20)
This mouse has been sitting in our best gaming mouse guide as a brilliant budget wired option for some time now, and it's still yet to be bested. Perfect as a starter or low-budget option with a list of useful features like 6 programmable buttons, Lightsync RGB effects and a ton of customisation via Logitech's G Hub software, this mouse proves that you don't need to go fancy to get a great gaming peripheral.

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Logitech G305 LIGHTSPEED | Wireless | 12,000 DPI | Right-handed | $49.99 $33.24 at Amazon (Save $16.75)
The Logitech G305 Lightspeed is our favourite wireless budget mouse—it's nothing fancy, but it's lightweight, has great battery life, and uses a killer sensor. The only thing to note is that this deal isn't necessarily that out of left field—the G305 hasn't been at full price for a while, but it's still worth snagging if you need a nice budget option with no frills in time for Christmas.

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SteelSeries Rival 3 | Wireless | 18,000 DPI | Right-handed | $49.99 $39 at Amazon (Save $10.99)
Sometimes simplicity is what you're looking for in a peripheral, and if all you want in your next purchase is something solid and reliable with a wireless connection and a standard load out of 5 buttons, this mouse is for you. It's got an accurate TrueMove optical sensor, dual wireless connections and a 400 hour plus battery life, all wrapped up in a smooth and sleek chassis. No frills at a good price. What's not to like?

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Logitech G502 HERO| Wired | 25,600 DPI | Right-handed | $79.99 $37.99 at Amazon (Save $42)
This is a substantial discount on a tried and tested Logitech gaming mouse, with an astonishing amount of customisation potential. The G502 HERO uses the Hero 25K sensor for supreme accuracy, 11 customisable buttons with onboard memory, and even comes with five removable weights to adjust the feel for even the pickiest of competitive gamers. The two main buttons use mechanical switch tensioning to make every click feel satisfying, and the programmable RGB lighting finishes off this comprehensive package.

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Razer Basilisk V3 | Wired | 26,000 DPI | Right-handed | $69.99 $49.49 at Amazon (Save $20.50)
We're big fans of the Razer Basilisk series of mice, and when we reviewed the latest V3 model we found it refined an already brilliant recipe into an even better one. With 11 programmable buttons, an improved thumb rest, a hyperscroll tilt wheel and some very cool underglow lighting the Razer Basilisk is sure to make an impression both in performance and aesthetics. A $20 discount here means it should absolutely make your shortlist for a fantastic wired gaming mouse.

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Logitech G502 Lightspeed | Wireless | 25,600 DPI | Right-handed | $149.99 $74.09 at Amazon (save $75.90)
When we reviewed the G502 Lightspeed we found it to be a brilliant mouse, but a little bit on the pricey side. However, with a discount this big we're more than happy to sing the praises of this excellent device. 11 customisable buttons, a fantastically accurate sensor, great looks and comfort, tuneable weights and PowerPlay wireless charging support with a 60 hour plus battery life. Phew. That's a lot of great features, and a mighty gaming mouse this makes indeed. One to look out for, especially at this sort of money.

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Logitech Pro X Superlight | 25K sensor | Wireless | <63g | $159.99 $88.95 at Amazon (save $71.04)
This extremely competitive gaming mouse is down to just .99 cents short of its lowest price ever on Amazon. It's also a fantastic gaming mouse, which my colleague Jacob actually swears by—he uses it every single day, and when he replaces it for a new mouse to review, he brings the Superlight right back in when he's done.

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Redragon K552 | Tenkeyless | Mechanical Outemu Red Switches | User-defined RGB lighting | $43.99 at Best Buy
Good mechanical keyboards don't traditionally come cheap, but this Redragon K552 is here to buck the trend. This model features good quality Outemu red switches, customisable 87 key RGB lighting and a durable metal and ABS construction. There's also anti-ghosting, splash resistance and a gold-plated USB connector, making this little marvel a hell of a lot of keyboard for not a lot of money.

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Logitech G PRO Tenkeyless | Mechanical | LIGHTSYNC RGB backlit keys | $129.99 $66.49 at Amazon (save $63.50)
This Logitech G PRO comes with a lot of refined and clever features, giving you all the functionality with less of the fuss. It comes with a choice of key switches, a detachable Micro USB cable for easy portability, 3 step angle adjustment and a lot of customisation options in the G Hub software. Those backlit keys are on the subtle side of RGB lighting, and the Logitech comes off as a class act for less at this price.

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Logitech G915 TKL | Wireless | Low-profile mechanical switches | $229.99 $128.53 at Amazon (save $101.46)
If you don't mind losing out on the numpad, you can save a heap on this compact wireless keyboard. Wireless keyboards aren't by any means essential, but that little extra freedom can be nice if you're a regular sim racer or couch gamer.

Price check: Newegg $139.99

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Logitech G513 Carbon | Full Size | Blue or Brown Mechanical Switches | Per-key RGB lighting | $149.99 $129.99 at Logitech (save $20)
For those of you that like your keyboards large, comfy and with a choice of switches, how about this slightly sinister looking G513? Something of the Darth Vader about it this one, but with a choice between brown and blue switches, a detachable memory-foam palmrest and a durable aluminium alloy construction this keyboard is certainly here to make an impact. It's also got a USB pass-through port, meaning you could plug your mouse or even your phone into it for data transmission or charging. Nice feature that, and one I'd like to see more of.

Price check: Amazon $149.99

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Logitech G915 | Wireless | Low-profile mechanical switches | $249.99 $144.21 at Amazon (save $105.78)
This is the keyboard our Jacob keeps going back to. It's a sleek, low-profile board that even a good few years after release still earns pride of place on our desktops. A lovely design with heaps of macros down the left-hand side, if you want a wireless board this is still one of our absolute favorites.

Price check: Best Buy $249.99

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Asus ROG Strix Scope II 96 | Wireless | Hot-swappable mechanical switches | $179.99 $159.99 at Amazon (save $20)
Well, here it is. The tippity-top of gaming keebs, and our top pick for the best gaming keyboard overall right now—just substantially lower in price. Here you get excellent switch feel, impeccable gaming performance, sound dampening that actually works and a build quality that stands head and shoulders above most of the competition. A truly desirable object, for less.

Price check: Newegg $179.99

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Asus ROG Azoth | 75% | Mechanical lubed switches | Hot-swappable | $249.99 $220.99 at Amazon (save $29)
Our top gaming keyboard is a larger, cheaper version of this board. I know, it's a little odd that this diddy board is actually the more expensive of the two, but that's because it's intended to be the most premium of the lot with a compact customisable OLED screen and all the trimmings. That includes sound dampening (which really does make for a satisfying clack) and lubed switches. It's a dream to type and game on, and at this price worth considering (though it's still pretty expensive, ngl).

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Xbox Elite Series 2 | Blue | $139.99 $115.83 at Amazon (save $24.16)
If you want to show off, you buy an Xbox Elite Series 2. A couple of us on the team used our first-gen models to death, and the Series 2 only improves on that excellent design. The funny thing is, especially with this discount, the Series 2 is often cheaper than competing high-end controllers from third parties.

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Razer BlackShark V2 X | 50 mm drivers | 12-28,000Hz | Closed-back | Wired | $59.99 $43.99 at Best Buy (save $16)
The Razer BlackShark V2 X features a detachable cardioid mic, 7.1 surround sound and a 50mm set of well-balanced titanium drivers. It's a solid and dependable bit of gear, and while this isn't a gigantic discount we still think this price represents great value for money for such a high-performing headset.

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Logitech G435 LIGHTSPEED | 40 mm drivers | 20-20,000Hz | Closed-back | Wireless | $79.99 $47.99 at Amazon (save $30.11)
This Logitech headset is a great entry point for those on a budget looking for a wireless solution and comes with a surprising set of features for the money. There's Dolby Atmos support, 18 hours of battery life, and a lightweight design, meaning these cans will stay comfortable for longer play sessions. The built-in microphones are not the best-sounding things we've ever heard but are perfectly functional, and at this price, we think this set makes a solid budget option.

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Corsair HS65 | 50 mm drivers | 20-20,000 Hz | Closed-back | Wired | $69.99 $49.99 at Amazon (save $20)
The Corsair HS65 was an excellent value headset before it saw a discount, which means it's even more of a steal right now at just under 50 bucks. It's an excellently made headset with a super clear microphone. The HyperX Cloud Alpha below outperforms it but that price difference is nothing to sniff at.

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HyperX Cloud III| 53 mm drivers | 15-25,000Hz | Closed-back | Wired | $99.99 $70.63 at Amazon (save $29.36)
While this might not be the hugest saving in the world, this HyperX Cloud III wired headset with over $20 off retail pricing is a good deal. When we reviewed this set of cans the only fault we could really find was with the price, so for this sort of money it's definitely worthy of some serious consideration.

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HyperX Cloud Alpha | 50 mm drivers | 13-27,000 Hz | Closed-back | Wired | $99.99 $84.99 at Amazon (save $15)
The HyperX Cloud Alpha is super comfortable and sounds great. The mic can't flip to mute like some of the fancier offerings, but this is excellent value for a cushy headset with all the right features.

Price check: Best Buy $86.99

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HyperX Cloud Alpha Wireless | 50 mm drivers | 15-21,000Hz | Closed-back | Wireless | $199.99 $129.40 at Amazon (save $70.56)
The HyperX Cloud Alpha Wireless is one of our all-time favorite gaming headsets for many reasons, but there's a big headline feature to talk about here: 300-hour battery life. No, we didn't make a typo. 300 hours of gaming goodness on a single charge, excellent DTS:X Spatial Audio, and premium comfort features make this headset an absolute stunner of a buy at this price. In fact, when we reviewed it the only major negative we could find was a slightly uninspiring microphone. Absolutely worth a serious look this one, at any level of discount.

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Razer BlackShark V2 Pro | 50 mm drivers | 12-28,000Hz | Closed-back | Wireless | $179.99 $129.99 at Amazon (save $80)
This isn't the latest model but still one of our most beloved headsets. The refresh is grand and all, with a longer battery life and improved mic, but the original is still a great wireless headset, with the same excellent TriForce drivers delivering great audio. None of that awful Razer green nonsense here, either. These are comfy, stylish and come in sleek black or what we like to call the Stormtrooper aesthetic for the same price.

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SteelSeries Arctis Pro + GameDAC | 40 mm drivers | 10-40,000Hz | Closed-back | Wired | $249.99 $169.96 at Amazon (save $87.99)
SteelSeries has a reputation for making fantastic gaming headsets, and this Arctis Pro + model is certainly no exception. It's got a crystal clear bidirectional mic, a super comfortable "ski goggle" fabric headband, and some great-sounding drivers, but the real thing to pay attention to here is its dedicated DAC+ amplifier with an OLED screen. This headset sounds absolutely brilliant as a result, and should jump straight to the top of your list at this price.

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Massdrop x Sennheiser HD 6XX Headphones | 40 mm drivers | 10-41,000Hz | Open-back | Wired | $219 $199 at Drop (save $20)
A hot collab between Drop and Sennheiser, the HD 6XX headphones are essentially a variant of Sennheiser's ever-popular HD 650s in misty midnight blue. They have the same sound profile as the HD 650s—a nice, crisp, and clear response on the mids and highs—meaning you're set for some seriously nice audio for a seriously decent price.

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SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro + GameDAC | 40 mm drivers | 10–40,000Hz | Closed-back | Wireless | $349.99 $270 at Amazon (save $79.99)
SteelSeries has a reputation for making fantastic gaming headsets, and the Arctis Nova Pro is where the company brings together all its know-how. From incredible comfort to smashing sound quality and isolation, and hot-swappable batteries that charge within the DAC cross battery dock. It's multi-connection, so you can quickly switch between Bluetooth or 2.4 Wi-Fi on Xbox and PC.

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Intel Core i5 12400F | 6 cores | 12 threads | 4.4 GHz boost | 18 MB L3 cache | 65 W TDP | LGA1700 socket | $206.25 $111.34 at Amazon (save $94.91)
Looking to build a cheap Intel gaming PC that you can upgrade over the years? This little Alder Lake chip will get you started nicely and we rate it very highly for its low power, speedy gaming performance, and huge overclocking potential.

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Intel Core i5 13600KF | 14 cores | 20 threads | 5.1 GHz boost | 24 MB L3 cache | 125 W TDP | LGA1700 socket | $304 $175 at Amazon (save $129)
Intel's best mid-range processor for years was good value at full price but this deal is an absolute bargain. Six P-cores and eight E-cores, for 20 threads in total, make it a brilliant all-round processor. It does get quite hot, though, when maxed out.

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AMD Ryzen 7 5700X | 8 cores | 16 threads | 4.6 GHz boost | 32 MB L3 cache | 65 W TDP | AM4 socket | $319 $162.16 at Amazon (save $156.84)
If you have an AMD AM4 motherboard and it's currently sporting an older Ryzen processor, the 5700X is a really cheap way to upgrade your gaming PC's number of CPU cores and threads. With a TDP of just 65 W, it's easy to cool and it's even unlocked for a spot of overclocking.

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AMD Ryzen 9 9900X | 12 cores | 24 threads | 5.6 GHz boost | 64 MB L3 cache | 120 W TDP | AM5 socket | $499 $382.55 at Amazon (save $116.45)
Somewhat overpriced at launch, this jack-of-all-trades AM5 CPU is much better value at this price. Not the best at gaming nor content creation tasks, the 9900X is a decent everyman's choice.

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MSI MAG B550 Tomahawk Max | AM4 socket | 4x PCIe slots | 2x M.2 slots | 6x USB rear ports | WiFi 6E | $179.99 $169.99 at Amazon (save $10)
Not a huge saving but this MSI motherboard is perfect for a budget AM4 Ryzen gaming build. You don't get many USB ports on the rear panel and there are only two M.2 slots, but the wealth of PCIe slots means you can have more ports and storage with expansion cards.

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Asus ROG Strix B650-F Gaming | AM5 socket | 5x PCIe slots | 2x M.2 slots | 8x USB rear ports | WiFi 6E | $189.99 $159.99 at Amazon (save $30)
At this price, this Asus AM5 motherboard is much better value than when it first came to market. Packed with PCIe slots, you can add lots of expansion cards for more USB and storage, to make up for the small number of those connections on the board.

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Corsair Vengence LPX | DDR4-RAM | 32 GB (2x16) | 3,600 MT/s | CL18 | $84.99 $61.58 at Amazon (save $23.41)
No fancy RGB on show here, but when it's this cheap, it really doesn't matter. Super fast, low latency, and low profile: the perfect match for any AM4 Ryzen gaming PC.

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Corsair Vengence RGB | DDR5-RAM | 32 GB (2x16) | 6,000 MT/s | CL30 | $144.99 at Amazon
DDR5-6000 is the sweet spot for ultra-fast RAM with AM5 AMD Ryzen and 13th/14th Gen Intel Core processors, and this Corsair kit has ultra-low latencies and some neat RGB to show off your gaming PC.