Best Buy's sale is live — 37 deals I'd buy on Apple, OLED TVs, Switch games and more from $14
Best Buy's latest sale includes deals on Apple, OLED TVs, Switch games and more
Best Buy is providing the goods with a host of seriously awesome sales. It's a great time to shop Father's Day gifts, tech to make your summer more enjoyable and anything else on your list.
For starters, there's a huge Apple sales event at Best Buy. This retailer is slashing the prices of AirPods, MacBooks, iPhones and more. My Best Buy Plus/Total members even get additional discounts. (Sign up at Best Buy.)
There are plenty more deals worth your attention, so keep scrolling to see my top picks. For more, see the deals I'd buy at Amazon and the best Switch deals from $4 in Nintendo's summer sale. There's also an epic Amazon sale on Skechers from $13.
Quick links
- shop the whole Best Buy sale
- My Best Buy: join from $0 @ Best Buy
- Copilot+ PC deal: free 50" TV w/ purchase
- Switch games: deals from $14
- Fire TV Stick 4K (2023): was $49 now $29
- The Last of Us Part 1: was $69 now $39
- TV sale: deals from $79
- Apple Shopping Event: deals from $89
- Samsung Galaxy A35: was $399 now $299
- Apple Watch 9 (GPS/41mm): was $399 now $299
- Hisense 55" U6N Mini-LED 4K TV: was $599 now $499
- Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra: was $1,299 now $999
- LG 42" C4 4K OLED TV: was $1,499 now $1,299
TVs
TV sale: deals from $79 @ Best Buy
Best Buy has smart TVs on sale for as low as $79. Keep in mind, the cheap TVs tend to be smaller 1080p models (which are more suitable for a kid's room or guest room). However, this sale also includes larger sets. These are among the cheapest TVs we've seen from Best Buy. By comparison, Amazon is offering a similar sale with prices from $79.
Price check: from $79 @ Amazon | from $74 @ Walmart
Hisense 55" U6N Mini-LED 4K TV: was $599 now $499 @ Best Buy
This new budget-friendly TV from Hisense could take the crown for the best value TV in 2024. As the successor to the U6K, it delivers a Mini-LED display with great color and contrast at an incredible price. It comes with Dolby Vision, HDR 10+, HDR 10 and HLG support, a 60Hz refresh rate and Chromecast/Apple AirPlay. Note: Amazon has the TV for $1 less.
Price check: $498 @ Amazon
TCL 85" Class S4 LED Smart TV: was $899 now $799 @ Best Buy
If you're looking for a big TV with Google TV as the operating system, this discounted TCL 85-inch Class S4 LED Smart TV is the deal for you. Getting a TV this big for $799 is something you don't see every day, so don't snooze on this one, especially with it having a solid 4.7 rating on Best Buy.
LG 65" B3 OLED 4K TV: was $1,699 now $1,299 @ Best Buy
The LG B3 is a mid-tier OLED TV featuring over 8.3 million self-lit pixels for rich contrast and vibrant colors. For gamers, this TV has a 120Hz refresh rate, Game Optimizer features and HDMI 2.1 support. Dolby Vision, HDR10, HLG and Dolby Atmos support is also included. In our LG B3 OLED review, we said the Editor's Choice TV is an amazing value and stands up astonishingly well against other mid-tier OLEDs. Note: Amazon has it for $3 less.
Price check: $1,296 @ Amazon
LG 42" C4 4K OLED TV: was $1,499 now $1,299 @ Best Buy
The C4 is LG's new flagship OLED TV. It's powered by LG's A9 processor and features a 120Hz panel, Dolby Vision/ HDR10/HLG support, built-in Amazon Alexa, four HDMI 2.1 ports and Apple AirPlay 2 support. It's also one of the few OLED TVs that can natively accept a 144Hz input from a PC. In our LG C4 OLED TV hands-on review, we said content looked colorful and dazzlingly bright on the new C4 series. It's the best version we've seen of the company's top-selling OLED TV range. Note: Amazon and Walmart offer the TV for $3 less.
Price check: $1,296 @ Amazon | $1,296 @ Walmart
Apple
Apple Shopping Event: deals from $79 @ Best Buy
Best Buy's Apple Shopping Event is slashing the prices of everything from MacBooks to AirPods. You can also get deals on iPhones, accessories, smart home bundles and more in this sale.
AirPods: was $129 now $79 @ Best Buy
The entry-level AirPods feature Apple's H1 chip for fast wireless connectivity with Apple devices. Although they've been outshined by newer models, in our AirPods review we said they're a great pair of wireless earbuds that work seamlessly with iOS devices.
Price check: $89 @ Amazon | $89 @ Walmart
AirPods Max: was $549 now $449 @ Best Buy
The AirPods Max are Apple's premium, retro-style headphones. They feature large ear cushions, a digital crown, active noise cancelation and Spatial Audio. The latter feature uses head-tracking to offer a surround sound experience. In our AirPods Max review we said that the combination of cushy comfort, pristine audio quality and fantastic features like Dolby Atmos support is hard to beat. The Max also prove a doddle to pair with the best iPhones and the best iPads over Bluetooth.
Apple Watch 9 (GPS/41mm): was $399 now $299 @ Best Buy
The Apple Watch Series 9 is the sleekest and smartest Apple Watch, with an extremely powerful S9 chip that allows a super bright display. It pairs seamlessly with your other Apple devices and helps you stay connected on the go. Plus, the impressive "double tap" feature allows you to control your Apple Watch with one hand. In our Apple Watch 9 review, we gave it 5 stars and consider it "the best smartwatch yet."
Price Check: $299 @ Amazon
Smartphones
iPhone 15: up to $830 off w/ trade-in @ Best Buy
Best Buy's iPhone 15 deals will offer a credit of up to $830 with trade-in of an older phone. Otherwise, the retailer has the iPhone 15 family from $799.
Samsung Galaxy A35: was $399 now $299 @ Best Buy
The Galaxy A35 is Samsung's new budget smartphone. It packs a 6.6-inch FHD+ Super AMOLED 120Hz display, Exynos 1380 CPU, 6GB of RAM and 128GB of storage. Rear cameras include a 50MP f/1.8 main, 8MP f/2.2 ultrawide and 5MP f/2.4 macro. There's also a 13MP f/2.2 selfie/front camera. In our Samsung Galaxy A35 hands-on, we called it an excellent contender in the budget space. Note: To get this price choose the option that says "We'll help you connect this phone to a carrier" and you'll need to activate your phone during checkout.
Price check: $359 @ Amazon | $200 off w/ trade @ Samsung
Google Pixel 8a: was $499 now $399 @ Best Buy
Best Buy is knocking $100 off the Pixel 8a when you purchase and activate your phone during checkout. (Click the "We'll help you connect this phone to a carrier" option before adding to cart). The phone features a 6.1-inch OLED display with 120Hz refresh rate, Tensor G3 processor, 8GB of RAM and 128GB of storage. Rear cameras include a 64MP (f/1.89) main and 13MP (f/2.2) ultrawide. There's also a 13MP (f/2.2) front camera. In our Google Pixel 8a review we said the Editor's Choice phone shows us why it's the best cheap phone on the market with its intelligent AI features, charming design, and class leading software support.
Galaxy S24 Ultra: was $1,299 now $999 @ Best Buy
Best Buy has the epic Galaxy S24 ULtra on sale for $999. This price is valid when you buy your phone via Best Buy and connect it to a carrier. Samsung's premium phone features a 6.8-inch AMOLED QHD+ 120Hz display, Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chipset, 12GB of RAM and 256GB of storage. On the camera front, you get a 200MP main, 12MP ultrawide, 50MP (5x telephoto) and 10MP (3x telephoto). You also get a 12MP front camera. In our Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra review we said the Editor's Choice phone sets new records in key areas such as battery life (16:45), screen brightness and processing performance. We also like the phone's AI capabilities, which are intuitive to use and can help save you time.
Video games
Switch games: deals from $14 @ Best Buy
From Mario to EA FC24, Best Buy is taking from $10 to $20 off a small selection of games. (Most games are $20 off). The sale also includes Zelda, Assassin's Creed and more.
Sackboy A Big Adventure: was $59 now $19 @ Best Buy
Sackboy: A Big Adventure sends Sony's plush mascot on another grand quest. While the level-creation tools of LittleBigPlanet are gone, A Big Adventure offers a series of well-crafted levels for Sackboy to platform through. A joyful game that is ideal for all ages and fully playable in two-player co-op, Sackboy: A Big Adventure is a great pick at just $19.
The Last of Us Part 1: was $69 now $39 @ Best Buy
Completely rebuilt from the ground up to take full advantage of the PS5 console, The Last of Us Part 1 is a stunning remake of the PS3 original. It includes the full original game as well as its DLC chapter Left Behind. This is the ideal pick for fans of the HBO show, or returning players looking to experience Joel and Ellie's first adventure all over again.
LG UltraGear 34" OLED Curved Monitor: was $1,299 now $899 @ Best Buy
If you're looking to upgrade your home gaming setup, a high refresh rate gaming monitor like this one is one of the best purchases you can make, resulting in a much smoother visual experience. This 34-inch OLED monitor is also ultra-wide and curved, for an immersive experience, with a 3440 x 1440 resolution, G-Sync compatibility, 240Hz refresh rate, and two HDMI ports. Note: My Best Buy Plus and Total members save an extra $100 for a final price of $799. (You can join from $49/year at Best Buy).
Laptops
Copilot+ PC deal: free 50" TV w/ purchase @ Best Buy
Members only! Microsoft just announced its new line of Copilot+ PCs, which are designed with several AI-centric features. Purchase a Samsung device and you'll get a free 50-inch Samsung 4K TV (DU7200) valued at $379. Alternatively, purchase any Copilot+ PC and you'll get a free 50-inch Insignia F30 Series 4K TV valued at $299. This offer is for My Best Buy Plus ($49/year) or My Best Buy Total ($179/year) members only. You can sign up for membership at Best Buy.
Lenovo Ideapad 1i: was $499 now $329 @ Best Buy
The Lenovo Ideapad 1i is on sale for $329 at Best Buy. This laptop features an Intel Core i3-1215U CPU with 8GB memory and a 256GB SSD. You also get a 15.6-inch FHS touch display and Intel Iris Xe graphics. While it's not a gaming powerhouse, this laptop should handle everyday browsing and streaming with ease.
ASUS Vivobook 16" Laptop: was $749 now $524 @ Best Buy
This ASUS Vivobook laptop is powerful, with an AMD Ryzen 7 5800HS processor and 12GB of RAM. It also comes with a hefty 16-inch display with a 1920 x 1200 resolution. To top it all off, there's a 512GB SSD to keep all of your files. Even with the the large screen, it's still not too massive at 4.14 pounds and 0.78 inches thick.
Lenovo Slim Pro 7: was $1,199 now $899 @ Best Buy
In our Lenovo Slim Pro 7 (2023) review, we said this laptop delivered strong performance, solid battery life and a comfortable keyboard. It's also surprisingly good for gaming, thanks to its Nvidia GeForce RTX 3050 GPU. This model packs a 14.5-inch 2.5K display, AMD Ryzen 7 7735HS processor, 16GB memory and 512GB SSD.
Surface Pro 11 Copilot Plus: from $999 @ Best Buy
Preorder + Free 50" TV! The new Surface is powered by either a Snapdragon X Plus (from $999) or X Elite processor (from $1,499). The former features a 13-inch 2880 x 1920 PixelSense display with 120Hz refresh, 16GB of RAM, 256GB SSD and Qualcomm Adreno GPU. The X Elite model packs an OLED display, 16GB of RAM and a 512GB SSD. The tablet will be available on June 18. Note: You'll also get a 50-inch 4K TV for free if you're a My Best Buy Plus ($49/year) or My Best Buy Total ($179/year) member. You can sign up for membership at Best Buy.
Headphones
JBL Vibe Beam: was $49 now $39 @ Best Buy
JBL has released numerous low-priced earbuds over the past few years and the Vibe Beam are the best of the group. You get access to a huge range of useful features, including adjustable EQ, IP54 dust/water resistance, 8-hour battery life and transparency modes to help you stay aware of your surroundings while you enjoy your music.
Price check: $39 @ Amazon
Sony WHCH720N Wireless Noise Canceling Headphones: was $149 now $99 @ Best Buy
As the follow-up to the company's WH-CH710N over-ear headphones, the WH-CH720N bring improved noise canceling, 35-hour battery life with noise-canceling enabled, and full Sony Headphone Connect app support. Not to mention these are some of the best wireless noise-canceling headphones you can get at this price point.
Sony WF-C700N: was $119 now $99 @ Best Buy
The Sony WF-C700N are one of the best wireless earbuds we’ve tested. In our Sony WF-C700N review, we praised their excellent sound, strong noise cancellation and great call quality. They’re also lightweight and last for 7.5 hours of listening time with ANC on. Note: Amazon has them for a few dollars less.
Price check: $95 @ Amazon
Jabra Elite 10: was $249 now $199 @ Best Buy
$50 off! Equipped with Spatial Sound for 3D audio, head tracking, seamless Bluetooth multipoint with Bluetooth 5.3 and LE Audio, the Jabra Elite 10 deliver top sound as well as powerful ANC. They’re also IP57-rated for dust and water resistance and last for up to 36 hours of battery life.
Price check: $249 @ Amazon
Home
Appliance sale: deals from $59 @ Best Buy
This huge sale includes massive savings encompassing everything from up to $1,500 off refrigerators to tabletop air fryers dropping as low as $59. There are also deals on washing machines, coffee makers, cookers and lots more, if you need to upgrade your kitchen gear, look no further.