Best Buy's Black Friday deals are beating Amazon and Walmart: here's what I'd shop

Who needs expensive handhelds when you have this 80s flashback. From Pac-Mac to Street Fighter II, Best Buy has retro gaming handhelds on sale from $29. The price cuts are modest (from $5 to $10 off), but they're mostly under $50 to begin with.

Appliance sale: deals from $29 @ Best Buy
Best Buy is taking up to 40% off select small and large appliances. After discount, prices start as low as $29. The sale includes brands such as Ninja, Instant Pot, Samsung, LG and more.

There are plenty of cheap laptops out there, but the IdeaPad 3i is one of the best around. For starters, it has a 15.6-inch 1080p LED display. You also get a Core i3-N305 CPU, 8GB of RAM and a 128GB SSD. It won't play the latest PC games, but it's a reliable machine for everyday work, web-based tasks, and entertainment/streaming.

The Oura Ring 4 remains one of the most advanced sleep-tracking wearables you can buy. When it comes to sleep, it records heart rate variability, sleep stages, sleep latency, time in bed and time actually asleep with impressive accuracy. Aside from our all-important sleep, it also monitors daytime heart rate, activity levels, recovery, temperature trends, stress patterns and cycle insights for people who track their period.

The 2025 iPad features a larger 11-inch (2360 x 1640) screen, A16 CPU, 12MP rear/front cameras, USB-C connectivity, and Magic Keyboard Folio ($249) support. The base model features 128GB of storage, which double the capacity of its predecessor. It's available in 128GB, 256GB, and 512GB capacities.

Looking for an incredible OLED picture without the high price? The LG B5 is the perfect companion. It's not as bright as higher-end OLED TVs, but you still get to bask in the glory of OLED display technology. Perfect black levels and ultra-wide viewing angles will make everything, from movies to sports, look fantastic. Dedicated gamers will appreciate the B5's array of sought-after features, which includes four HDMI 2.1 inputs, support for 4K gaming at 120Hz, VRR, and FreeSync.

The MacBook Air M2 is one of our most recommended laptops because it's remarkably light and thin yet sports a 13.6-inch Liquid Retina display, a speedy Apple M2 CPU w/ 8-core GPU, 16GB of RAM, 256GB SSD, and a great 1080p FaceTime camera. In our MacBook Air M2 review we lauded this Editor's Choice laptop for its versatility and battery life, so don't miss your chance to get one at a great discount.

The Apple Watch SE 3 sports a lot of new features that redefine Apple's entry-level smartwatch. Among them, you'll find an always-on display, S10 processor, and better health features, such as support for Sleep Score and Workout Buddy. (The latter is powered by Apple Intelligence and requires an iPhone 15 Pro or higher). In our Apple Watch SE 3 review, we called it the best smartwatch value around. It's available in 40mm and 44mm designs.

The AirPods Max and their metal build and stunning sound are a sight to behold (and wear). They've got great ANC and loads of features for Apple users. 20 hours of battery life is better elsewhere, but they're still a great pair of headphones. This is the lowest price we've seen on the USB-C variant.

The 2025 iPad Air packs Apple's M3 processor, an 11-inch LED (2360 x 1640) display, 128GB of storage, 12MP rear camera, and 12MP front camera. The tablet packs a more powerful 8-core CPU, which makes the M3 up to 35% faster for multithreaded CPU workflows than the iPad Air M1. There's also a 9-core GPU on board with 40% faster graphics performance than the M1. In our iPad Air M3 review we said its fun Apple Intelligence features, reliable battery life (9 hours w/ 41 minutes), and overall thin design make it a winning Apple slate.

No more running away from Apple’s base model Mac mini. The M4 Mac mini packs that awesome M4 chip along with a doubling of RAM to 16GB and a 256GB SSD. Port array continues to be impressive with Thunderbolt 4, HDMI, Ethernet and more. In our Apple Mac mini M4 review we said the Editor's Choice machine is as close to perfect as it gets.

The new MacBook Air is powered by Apple's latest M4 chipset. The new Mac upgrades the camera from 1080p to 12MP with Center Stage support. The M4 chipset also supports dual external monitors, even when you have the laptop's lid open. It packs a 13.6-inch Liquid Retina display (2560 x 1664), Apple's M4 CPU w/ 10-core GPU, 16GB of RAM, and 256GB SSD. In our MacBook Air M4 review, we said the Editor's Choice laptop is irresistible thanks to its speedy performance, sharper camera, and lower starting price.

The new 11-inch iPad Pro packs Apple's latest M5 processor paired with a stunning 11-inch Ultra Retina XDR OLED Display (2420 x 1668) display. The new M5 processor features 9 CPU cores and 10 GPU cores. It also features a landscape 12MP Center Stage camera and a 12MP Wide camera with adaptive True Tone flash. In our iPad Pro M5 review we called it most power tablet ever.

Prefer a bigger screen? The 15-inch model is also on sale. It packs a 15.3-inch Liquid Retina display (2880 x 1864), Apple's M4 CPU w/ 10-core GPU, 16GB of RAM, and 256GB SSD.

This 55-inch Insignia TV offers impressive image quality no matter what you're watching. Thanks to its built-in Fire TV features, you can also stream all your favorite shows and movies and control them with your voice thanks to full Alexa support.

Samsung's Crystal TVs are known for offering top-rated performance at a budget-friendly price. The U7900 is no exception. This 2025 TV includes HDR10+ support, built-in Alexa/Bixby, and two HDMI ports.

75" 4K TVs: deals from $349 @ Best Buy
Give your living room the ultimate upgrade with a big-screen TV. Best Buy has 75-inch+ 4K TVs on sale from $349. The sale includes deals from Hisense, TCL, LG, Samsung, and more.

This luxurious 65-inch TV is only available at Best Buy, and it’s currently over 50% off ahead of Black Friday. This TV features a gorgeous 4K OLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate, four HDMI inputs, and AMD FreeSync Premium, all of which make it an excellent TV for everyone, but especially for gamers.

The Roku Pro Series is an affordable Mini-LED 4K TV that offers a simple but powerful backdrop for all of your streaming needs. Its quantum-dot color and Mini-LED backlighting make this TV a step above most TVs in its price range. Plus, there are enough gaming features here to satisfy both casual and dedicated gamers.

Part of LG's 2025 TV lineup, the LG C5 OLED is here as the value pick of the year. Offering a slew of features, like a range of HDR certifications and gaming specs for the PS5 Pro crowd, the C5 proves a major improvement over its predecessor. We called it "nearly flawless" and gave it a 5-star rating in our LG C5 OLED TV review. Walmart has the TV for a bit less, but it comes from a third-party seller. And Best Buy offers some bonus freebies with purchase, like a free 2-month Apple TV subscription.
Price check: $1,175 @ Walmart | $1,196 @ Amazon

The Acer Aspire Go 15 made our list of the best laptops as the best value pick, and it's even better value now that it's on sale! You get a roomy 15.6-inch display, 10 hours of battery life and plenty of ports. We also like its comfortable keyboard, and its Intel Core i5 processor is enough to handle most tasks. The webcam and speakers aren't great, but that's not too bad for the price.

The Lenovo Ideapad 1i is on sale at Best Buy. This laptop features an Intel Core i5-1334U CPU with 16GB of RAM and a 512GB SSD. You also get a 15.6-inch 1080p touchscreen display. While it's not a gaming powerhouse, this laptop should handle everyday browsing and streaming with ease.

The Galaxy Book 4 is a last-gen laptop, which is why it’s discounted so heavily this Black Friday, but it’s still an excellent Windows laptop. Inside, there’s an Intel Core 7 150U processor, 16GB of RAM, and a 512GB of SSD — perfect for basic productivity tasks. Then, to stream your favorite TV show or enjoy cloud gaming, it has a large 15.6-inch (1920 x 1080) 60Hz display.

This ultraportable combines performance and power efficiency, featuring a Core Ultra 5 CPU inside a slim, sleek aluminum chassis with a gorgeous 16-inch 2K display. If you’re in the market for a Windows 11 laptop, this is a great one to buy. You also get 16GB of RAM and a 512GB SSD.

The Samsung Galaxy Book 4 Edge is part of the line of Copilot+ PCs, which are designed with several AI-centric features. Slim and sleek from every angle and sporting a gorgeous sapphire blue finish, the Galaxy Book 4 Edge is a mighty AMOLED laptop packing Snapdragon power and stamina that makes the MacBook blush.

This stylish Ninja coffee maker comes in a gorgeous Glacier Blue colorway and is now on sale for $40 off. Whether you prefer pods or grounds, this device makes tasty brews in 7 sizes (6-oz. to 24-oz) and has a built-in, fold-away milk frother!

If you hope to get your home and furniture in pristine shape before the holidays, you'll want to get your hands on this appliance. The Little Green HydroSteam machine combines steam, powerful suction and OXY formula to remove ground-in stains and tough, stuck-on messes from carpets, upholstery and other surfaces. It offers three cleaning modes — SteamWash for tough, oily messes; Steam for refreshing upholstery and cleaning tile grout; and Wash for enzyme-based stains like pet accidents.

The Dyson Purifier Hot + Cool AM09 offers top notch heating and state of the art design. Jet Focus control allows you to choose between Focused and Diffused modes for personal or whole-room heating, and direct cooling or a gentle breeze in hot weather. It also comes with an electronic thermostat, remote control and app connectivity.

This Dyson V8 is designed to be super lightweight, promises up to 40 minutes battery life, and two power modes. Its soft roller cleaner head can tackle all types of hard floors, while its powerful motor head can quickly suck up dirt, dust and pet hair from carpets. It also comes with six, different accessories to suit daily tasks.

Switch games: deals from $14 @ Best Buy
From Luigi's Mansion 3 to EA FC24, Best Buy is taking $10 to $20 off a small selection of games (most games are $20 off). The sale also includes Zelda, Assassin's Creed and more.

The GameSir G8 Plus is a fantastic phone controller. Thanks to Bluetooth connectivity, it’s compatible with Android and iOS smartphones, tablets and the Nintendo Switch lineup, enabling you to play all your favorite games on the go. Its Hall Effect thumbsticks and triggers are responsive, and the controller’s ergonomic design ensures all-day comfort.

The current PS5 DualSense is one of the best high-tech wireless controllers on the market, featuring immersive haptic feedback, dynamic adaptive triggers, and a built-in microphone — all packed in a sleek design. It's now at its lowest price ever in multiple colors.

What's better than the Sony Inzone H9? A discounted Sony Inzone H9. You can save $131 on this peripheral, which complements the Inzone M9 gaming monitor and, of course, the PS5. The Inzone H9 takes advantage of the PS5’s Tempest 3D audio technology to produce immersive sound. And because you can connect simultaneously to PS5 and Discord, you’ll be able to hear game sounds while chatting with friends.
Price check: $198 @ Amazon

The Meta Quest 3S is back down to its lowest price, meaning you can get the best value VR experience around for just $249 right now. It also comes with The Walking Dead: Saints & Sinners, a $50 Best Buy gift card and one month of Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, making this deal a steal. With a huge library of VR games and apps, and playing regular games via Xbox Cloud Gaming, there's a reason why we call it the best VR headset for the money.

This LG UltraGear 45GX90SA-B may just be the only gaming monitor you'll ever need. We're big fans of the LG UltraGear 45GX90SA, giving it our Editor's Choice for good reason. Expect a 45-inch QHD (3440 x 1440) OLED panel with a 240Hz refresh rate, 0.003 response rate and 21:9 aspect ratio for amazing ultra-wide views. We said it "lives a secret double life as both one of the best gaming monitors you can get, and a fantastic smart TV with webOS and AI smarts."

JBL's budget earbuds pack in a whole host of different features for a great price. First off, there's active noise canceling to keep distractions out. Then there's 10 hours of battery life in the buds, along with an extra 30 in the case. Finally, there's IP54 water- and dust-resistance to keep out the unwanted earbud-breaking substances.

Beats' iconic rounded, oblong speaker has a new low price. This is a solid little Bluetooth speaker, and in our Beats Pill hands-on review, we enjoyed its top-tier sound and excellent battery life.

These headphones earned a 4.5-star rating in our Shokz OpenRun Pro 2 review and a spot on our list of the best workout headphones. They're lightweight and comfortable to wear, deliver impressive sound quality and their open-ear design makes them perfect for outdoor workouts.

Bose's mid-range ANC earbuds are excellent, packing in solid sound to go with their game-changing ANC. They're super comfortable too, with the fitting wings helping them stay in place no matter how much you move around. 8.5 hours of battery life is the best that Bose offers in any of its earbuds.

They might not be the newest headphones on the block, but they've got it where it counts. These earned a 4.5 star rating in our Sony WH-1000XM4 review, thanks to the game-changing active noise canceling and very good sound quality. Their case is better than both the newer options in the family, and they're potentially more comfortable as well.

The Bose QuietComfort Headphones take the excellent noise canceling of their more expensive cousins, and pack it into a cheaper pair of headphones. They block out loads of noise, sound good, and they're super comfortable as well. We loved them in our 4-star Bose QuietComfort Headphones review.