Best Buy huge sale is live — 31 deals I'd buy on OLED TVs, Apple, phones and more
Best Buy's latest sale just dropped
You don't want to miss Best Buy's latest sale. This retailer has just released a round of discounts on some of our favorite products.
You can save up to $250 off the Pixel 8 series at Best Buy. And the iPad Air 5th Gen (WiFi/64GB) is on sale for $399 at Best Buy ($200 off.) It's one of the best iPad deals I've ever seen.
There are plenty more deals worth your attention, so keep scrolling to see my top picks. For more, see the Switch game deals I'd buy from Amazon, Best Buy and Walmart and this massive Walmart Plus Week sale on Crocs from $19. There's also a mega Amazon sale on tech and apparel from $9.
Quick links
- shop the whole Best Buy sale
- Switch games: deals from $19
- Appliance sale: deals from $59
- TCL 55" Q5 4K QLED TV: was $449 now $299
- 10.9" iPad Air (WiFi/64GB): was $599 now $399
- Hisense 55" U6N Mini-LED 4K TV: was $599 now $449
- LG 42" C4 4K OLED TV: was $1,499 now $1,299
- Samsung Odyssey Ark 55" Curved 4K Monitor: was $2,999 now $1,999
- Hisense 100" U76 ULED 4K TV: was $4,999 now $2,999
Top deals
TV sale: deals from $49 @ Best Buy
Best Buy has smart TVs on sale for as low as $49. 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. Amazon and Walmart are offering similar sales.
Price check: from $79 @ Amazon | from $74 @ Walmart
Switch games: deals from $19 @ 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.
TVs
TCL 55" Q5 4K QLED TV: was $449 now $299 @ Best Buy
A QLED for $279? You better believe it. The TCL Q5 4K QLED TV is a budget TV with plenty of great features. It offers Dolby Vision/HDR10+/HDR10/HLG support, DTS Virtual: X audio, built-in Chromecast and Amazon Alexa/Google Assistant compatibility. Although the display is just 60Hz natively, Game Accelerator 120 allows for 120Hz VRR at a lower resolution. You also get a bright QLED display. This model is a Best Buy exclusive.
Hisense 55" U6N Mini-LED 4K TV: was $599 now $449 @ 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.
Price check: $499 @ Amazon
Roku TV 55" Plus Series 4K QLED TV: was $499 now $449 @ Best Buy
Editor's Choice! The Roku Plus Series is an outstanding value. In our Roku Plus Series 4K QLED TV review, we said it offers a great smart interface, HDR color and excellent sound at an affordable price. It features a QLED screen along with full array local dimming. You also get Dolby Vision/HDR 10 Plus/HLG support, Apple HomeKit/Alexa/Google Assistant support and four HDMI ports. Gamers take note that while it's reliable for casual play, you only get a 60Hz screen and no HDMI 2.1 support.
Hisense 65" U8K Mini-LED 4K TV: was $1,399 now $999 @ Best Buy
If you want a new 65-inch TV and don't want to overspend, the Hisense U8K Mini-LED TV packs a ton of premium features into a mid-ranged price tag. It offers a Mini-LED panel with a high peak brightness, beautiful contrast and colors, and support for a 144Hz refresh rate, VRR, ALLM and AMD FreeSync Premium Pro. It comes with an ATSC 3.0 tuner and support for IMAX Enhanced, HDR 10+, Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos. In our Hisense U8K review we said the Editor's Choice TV is "one of the most colorful TVs we've tested." Note: Amazon has the TV for $2 less.
Price check: $997 @ 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 has the TV for $3 less.
Price check: $1,296 @ Amazon
Hisense 100" U76 ULED 4K TV: was $4,999 now $2,999 @ Best Buy
This incredible 100-inch Hisense U76N ULED is quite the monster to behold. Most tantalizing of all is awesome specs is its gaming-centric proponents like a 144Hz refresh rate and Dolby Vision Gaming support for cinematic experiences at over 60fps. Several other inclusions make it a well-rounded pick, like WiFi 6e, Google TV OS and IMAX Enhanced.
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 $259 @ 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.
Video games
Star Wars Jedi: Survivor (PS5): was $69 now $29 @ Best Buy
As one of 2023's best games, Star Wars Jedi: Survivor delivers solid gameplay, a captivating story and beyond-stunning visuals. We gave our Star Wars: Jedi Survivor review an impressive 4.5 stars as it stands out as a beacon of hope for the popular franchise. Playing as Jedi-in-hiding Cal Ketsis, the game combines lightsaber combat with rewarding exploration, which will thrill Star Wars fans new and old.
It Takes Two on Nintendo Switch: was $39 now $29 @ Best Buy
It Takes Two is a cute, co-op puzzle platformer celebrating human connections. In the game, you'll play as Cody and May, a married couple on the brink of divorce who end up trapped within their daughter's dolls. By solving puzzles together, Cody and May must navigate the broken aspects of their relationship to find a way back to their human bodies. The game is strictly a co-op, so getting through this adventure narrative really does take two.
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.
Samsung Odyssey Ark 55" Curved 4K Monitor: was $2,999 now $1,999 @ Best Buy
Level up your gaming setup with Samsung's Odyssey Ark, which we've previously described as "the most maxed-out gaming monitor we’ve ever seen." The Odyssey Ark is a 55-inch 1000R curved gaming screen with a cutting-edge mini LED backlighting system, 165Hz refresh rate and 1ms response time. You can also rotate into a vertically aligned 'Cockpit Mode' for added immersion.
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: $79 @ Amazon | $79 @ Walmart
10.2" iPad (WiFi/64GB): was $329 now $249 @ Best Buy
Apple's entry-level iPad features an A13 Bionic CPU, 10.2-inch (2,160 x 1,620) LCD, 8MP camera, 12MP front camera, and an epic battery life of nearly 12 hours. In our iPad 10.2-inch review, we called it a solid tablet with a great screen, smooth performance, and good battery life for a reasonable price. Right now it's on sale for $249, which is $80 off.
Price check: $249 @ Amazon
10.9" iPad Air (WiFi/64GB): was $599 now $399 @ Best Buy
The 5th Gen iPad Air is powered by Apple's M1 processor, which features an 8-core CPU that delivers up to 60% faster performance than the previous-gen iPad Air. Other standout features include a 12MP ultra wide front camera that supports Center Stage and 5G support (cellular models only). The tablet features a 10.9-inch Liquid Retina display (2360 x 1640), 12MP wide (rear) camera, USB-C charging and Magic Keyboard support. In our Apple iPad Air 5th Gen review, we said it sets a new standard for tablets.
Price check: sold out @ Amazon
iPad Mini 6 (WiFi/64GB): was $499 now $399 @ Best Buy
The iPad mini 6 sports an 8.3-inch Liquid Retina display, an A15 Bionic CPU, a 12MP wide camera, TouchID support and USB-C connectivity. It also supports the Apple Pencil 2 and offers the same thin bezels and elegant design as the iPad Air and iPad Pro, making it low-key one of the cheapest tablets around. In our iPad mini 6 review, we called it a perfect fit for anyone looking for a one-handed tablet experience for reading books or watching movies.
Laptops
Copilot+ PC deal: free 50" TV w/ purchase @ Best Buy
Members only! Microsoft's line of Copilot+ PCs 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.
Acer Chromebook 315: was $299 now $179 @ Best Buy
This Acer Chromebook is on sale at Best Buy. For just $17, you get a Chromebook with a 15.6-inch HD display, 4GB RAM and 64GB storage. It's one of the cheapest new-condition Chromebooks you can buy right now.
Acer Chromebook 516 GE: was $649 now $448 @ Best Buy
The Acer Chromebook 516 GE is an awesome laptop option for casual gamers. It's lightweight, delivers great performance and the battery life is awesome. If you don't mind sticking to cloud gaming services, this is almost unbeatable value.
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. 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
JBL Live 770NC: was $199 now $149 @ Best Buy
The JBL Live 770NC are an affordable pair of wireless headphones with impressive active noise cancelling capabilities. Our JBL Live 770NC hands-on review found that they had a bunch of other great features, like 50-hour battery life and Spatial Sound. After this discount, they're a bargain not to be missed.
Price check: $149 @ Amazon
Beats Fit Pro: was $199 now $159 @ Best Buy
With excellent Beats sound quality, active noise cancellation, and a comfortable fit designed for sports and exercise, these headphones are a real steal at this price. The Beats Fit Pro also has six hours of listening time and up to 24 hours with the included charging case. In our Beats Fit Pro review, we said these buds are a no-brainer and better for workouts than the AirPods Pro.
Price check: $159 @ Amazon
Beats Studio Pro: was $349 now $179 @ Best Buy
The Beats Studio Pro bring the thumping bass Beats is known for, improved active noise cancelation and boosted battery life (up to 40 hours.) They offer spatial audio support and come with a strong brand look, but our Beats Studio Pro review found the clamping force high, which may affect comfort levels for some wearers.
Price check: $179 @ Amazon