Karthik Iyer is a writer at 9to5Toys, serving recommendations and deals on PC, games, computing parts, and other gaming accessories. When he’s not fishing around for products and deals to improve your computing and gaming experience, you can find him playing games, or building gaming rigs and mechanical keyboards. Contact him directly at karthik@9to5mac.com for tips, pitches, feedback, and more.
As part of its updated video game sale, Woot is once again 8Bitdo’s Ultimate Mobile Gaming Controller in white for $26.99 Prime shipped (a $6 delivery fee will apply otherwise). This is regularly a $50 gamepad which is currently fetching full price at Amazon. It hit the $27 mark for the first time earlier this year in April, and today’s deal marks the return of that price a 46% markdown. This is the lowest price we have seen this unit fetch, and you can learn more about it below.
Over at Amazon, you’ll find Baseus’ official Amazon storefront offering its 100W 20,000mAh power bank for $39.99 shipped with the promo code 5RFDN4KM which auto-applies at checkout. This is regularly a $100 battery pack which is now seeing a solid 60% markdown. Today’s deal shaves $60 off its usual going rate to match the lowest price we briefly tracked for it a couple of months back at Woot. This is the first time this unit has dropped below the $53 mark at Amazon, so be sure to snag it after you get more details below.
Unlike most power strips on the market, this one’s a compact model that takes very little space. Despite its small foot-print, though, it comes with as many as 8 AC outlets – four on the top and two on each side. They’re also neatly separated from the USB array on the front, which includes a 20W Type-C port. This even offers surge protection and comes in both black and white colors.
Seagate has debuted a 4TB variant of its storage expansion card for the Xbox Series X and S consoles. This new model will join the 1TB and 2TB units that originally hit the scene back in 2021. It’s ideal for Xbox users who want to upgrade their storage without the hassle of managing multiple smaller cards. This 4TB model is now up for grabs for $429.99 shipped at Best Buy with a $70 launch deal, making this a great time to snag it if you were eyeing one. Head below for a closer look along with more details.
As part of its Deals of the Day offers, Best Buy is offering Lenovo’s Yoga Slim 7x Copilot+ PC powered by Qualcomm’s Snapdragon X Elite down at $799.99 shipped. That’s straight up a $400 discount on a machine that hit the scene last year alongside a bunch of Snapdragon Copilot laptops carrying a $1,200 price tag. Today’s 33% discount marks the return of the lowest price we first tracked for it earlier this year, making it a great time to snag if you missed out on the previous offer. Head below for more details.
As part of its updated Video Game Super sale, Woot is now offering 8Bitdo’s Retro 87 Xbox Edition mechanical keyboard down at $74.99 Prime shipped (a $6 delivery fee will apply otherwise). This model from the brand’s popular Retro TKL lineup hit the scene just ahead of Black Friday last November with a $120 price tag. Today’s deal offers a 38% discount to knock $45 off the regular price. This is the lowest price we’ve tracked for this keyboard outside the limited app-only offers that briefly had it for $67.50. The same model, in case you’re wondering, is currently fetching its full price at $120 at Amazon, and you can learn more about it below.
Alongside the long list of games announced during its first Xbox Developer Direct showcase of 2025, Microsoft officially announced its rumored Xbox gaming handheld. The brand has partnered with ASUS to announce them as ROG Xbox Ally handheld, and these will be available to purchase later this year during the holidays. Microsoft has announced two new handhelds – the ROG Xbox Ally and the ROG Xbox Ally X. These new models essentially build upon the existing ROG Ally handhelds and you can learn more about them in detail below.
Welcome to 9to5Toys Battlestation Weekly – your go-to spot for the notable deals and latest releases in PC gaming at a glance every Saturday morning. We just wrapped up a huge week with Nintendo’s Switch 2 stealing all the spotlights, but there were also plenty of great deals making rounds across retailers. Samsung’s Discover Summer sale brought in some fresh deals for folks looking to upgrade their battlestation, and the brand is still offering huge discounts and freebies like a 32-inch 4K M7 Smart monitor with select gaming displays and storage solutions. All of the best Samsung deals – alongside a bunch of other deals on keyboards, gamepads, SSDs, and more – are waiting for you down below.
Clip the on-page 10% off coupon and enter code ITITUY47 during checkout.
This is one of the more unique cables Baseus has in its lineup, and it’s a pretty useful one with a built-in LED on the connector that lets you monitor power output in real time. It’s a 6.6-foot cable which is fully braided for enhanced durability, and it supports up to 100W power delivery and data transfer speeds of up to 480MB/s.
We just spotted a deal that gets you an Xbox Series S 1TB in the Robot White colorway down at $379.99 shipped at Walmart via Antonline. This is one of the first deals we’ve seen for this console since Microsoft announced a significant price hike on Xbox consoles last month, which raised the price of the 1TB Series S to $430. Although it briefly dropped to $360 at Amazon after the price increase, it’s now selling there for around $400. However, Walmart currently has the best deal if you’re looking to grab one without paying full price. Head below for more details.
Amazon is now offering the best price we have tracked for 8Bitdo’s officially licensed Jade Green Ultimate wireless gamepad down at $49.99 shipped. This particular model hit the scene carrying a $70 price tag earlier this year, and it’s now seeing a 29% markdown. Today’s deal shaves $20 off its usual going rate, landing it $13 below its previous low and our mention from last month. This is the lowest price we have tracked for this model, and you can learn more about it below.
We just spotted a deal at Amazon that drops Ray-Ban’s Meta Wayfarer smart glasses in the Shiny Black colorway down to $239.20 shipped. This is regularly a $299 pair, which is now seeing a rare deal with $60 off. Today’s 20% markdown lands this model back to its lowest price we first tracked during Black Friday last year, making this a great time to snag if you missed out on the previous deals and were waiting for a new wave of deals. You can get the same Wayfarer style in different colors, and they’re all seeing a 20% discount right now. Head below for more details.
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It’s hard to go wrong with this $19 carrying case to protect your new console. It comes with a “pressure-resistant” hardshell case with dense “waterproof” fabric. What I particularly like about this unit is that it comes with space to store up to 10 cartridges as well, along with a pouch for cables, chargers, and more.
We are now tracking a deal at Amazon that drops Microsoft’s new 15-inch Surface Laptop 7 Copilot+ PC Platinum colorway to $899.99 shipped. This is originally a $1,300 machine that has fetched as much as $1,205 in recent months at Amazon. Today’s deal delivers a solid $400 discount on its original price, landing it $50 below its previous all-time low. This is the lowest price we have tracked for this particular model to date, and you can learn more about it below.
As part of its ongoing Discover Summer sale, Samsung’s Galaxy Chromebook Plus in Neptune Blue colorway is currently going for $624.99 shipped. That’s $125 off its usual going rate and the best we have tracked for it this year. This model originally launched at $750, and today’s deal brings it down to one of the lowest prices we’ve seen since its debut in October of last year. It has only dropped below today’s discounted rate once before, and the current price is just $25 higher than that all-time low. Today’s deal is also matched at Best Buy, and you can learn more about this machine below.
We just spotted a deal at Amazon that drops Lenovo’s Legion Go PC gaming handheld down to $499.99 shipped. This is the base variant with 16GB RAM and 512GB storage that has fetched as much as $649 in recent months. The same model, in case you’re wondering, is currently going for $600 at Best Buy. Today’s deal at Amazon shaves $149 off its usual going rate to mark the lowest price we have tracked for it this year. This also happens to be one of the lowest prices we have tracked for it to date, and it’s now within $27 of its all-time low from Black Friday last year. Head below for more details.
Clip the on-page 24% off coupon and enter code Z5DGLQ5A at checkout.
You’re getting a great deal here, considering that just one of these chargers typically goes for $26. On top of that, you’re also getting included Type-C cables, each 3.3 feet long. These chargers support 45W fast charging for your new iPhone and are compact enough to slip into your bag with ease.
As part of its ongoing Discover Summer sale, Samsung is offering its 2TB 990 Pro heatsink SSD down at $149.99 shipped. This $210 drive has lately been sitting at the $180 mark at Amazon, but today’s deal at Samsung shaves $30 off its usual going rate to land it at one of the lowest prices we have tracked so far. We’ve seen this drive go for less in the past, but today’s deal marks the lowest price we have tracked for it this year outside of Samsung’s limited EPP/EDU offers. Head below for more details.
Anker’s official Amazon storefront is offering its MagGo power bank with an Apple Watch charger for $49.99 shipped. This battery pack debuted at IFA last year in September carrying an $80 price tag, and you can save a solid $30 on it by cashing in on today’s deal. This is a limited-time Lightning Deal and it’s already selling fast. The price will go back up once the discounted stock runs out, so be sure to grab it while you can. It’s available in four different colors, but only the black one is down to the $50 mark today, while the white, green, and pink ones are going for $54.99 shipped. This is the lowest price we have tracked for this versatile power bank, and you can learn more about it below.
This Black Myth: Wukong edition of the Ultimate 2C controller delivers serious value at this price with features like Hall Effect triggers and joysticks, a 1,000Hz polling rate, a tactile D-pad, and remappable Fast Bumpers (R4/L4), among other things. The highlight here has to be the custom design which makes it stand out from other models, and it’s compatible with Windows and Android.
Dell is currently offering its popular 32-inch Alienware AW3225QF QD-OLED gaming monitor for $899.99 shipped. This is regularly a $1,200 monitor which is seeing a $300 discount right now. Today’s 25% markdown lands this 240Hz 4K monitor within $50 of its all-time low price, making this a great time to snag and upgrade your battlestation. Head below for more details.
We are now tracking a deal at Amazon that drops Elgato’s Stream Deck MK.2 down to $129.99 shipped. This 15-key macro pad normally sells for $150, but it’s now available with a solid $20 discount. While we’ve seen it dip lower in the past, today’s deal matches the lowest price we’ve tracked this year, making it a great time to strike. You can also get it in white, though it’s currently going for $139.99 shipped with a lighter 7% discount. Head below for more details.
We just spotted a deal at Amazon that drops Lexar’s 1TB NM790 SSD with heatsink down to $67.49 shipped. This particular drive has fetched as much as $95 in recent months, so you’re looking at a solid $27 discount right now. This is the lowest price we have tracked for this drive this year, and it’s now fetching $1 less than its previous 2025 low. The 2TB and 4TB variants of this drive are also discounted right now, so be sure to check them out after you get more details below.
We just spotted a deal at Best Buy that gets you Lenovo’s IdeaPad Duet 5 Chromebook for $299 shipped. This is regularly a $499 machine which is now seeing a solid $200 discount. Today’s 40% discount marks the lowest price we can find for this 2-in-1 notebook in brand-new condition, and it’s now fetching $30 less than its previous all-time low. This is a great time to snag one if you’re looking for a 2-in-1 Chromebook with a keyboard, and you can learn more about it below.
Update: Samsung’s officially licensed Switch 2 Express microSD card is now up for pre-order at Target for $59.99 shipped. Folks who don’t want to wait can also snag either PNY’s $45 Express microSD cards or Onn’s Express memory cards starting at $35.88 shipped. More details below.
Nintendo’s new Switch 2, in case you missed it, supports only microSD Express cards – same size as regular microSDs, but with much faster speeds. While the format has existed for a while, it’s gaining more traction now thanks to the Switch 2. According to Nintendo, you’ll need a microSD Express card to play games off the Switch 2 console, and the standard microSDs will only let you load screenshots and videos. Only a few manufacturers have released Express microSD cards so far, but we expect more to show up with the Switch 2 becoming the first mainstream gaming device to support them. Here are the ones available now – perfect to grab one alongside your Switch 2 pre-order.
We are now tracking a deal at Amazon that drops LG’s 27-inch QHD 480Hz UltraGear OLED gaming monitor down to $749.99 shipped. This is regularly a $1,000 gaming display that hit the scene last year as one of the fastest models with a 480Hz refresh rate, and it’s now seeing a solid $250 discount. Today’s 25% markdown lands it $50 below its previous low and our mention from last month to deliver a new best price to beat. This is a great option to consider if you are looking to upgrade your battlestation with a speedy OLED display, and you can learn more about it below.
Over at Anker’s official Amazon storefront, you’ll find the brand’s 112W 6-port USB-C charging station in white is going for $25.99 shipped. Don’t forget to enter promo code 0UN1CRCJ during checkout to see the discounted price. Regularly $40, this 6-port charger is now seeing a solid 35% markdown. Today’s deal shaves $14 off its usual going rate to land it $4 below its previous low and our mention from earlier this month to mark a new best price to beat. This 6-in-1 desktop charging unit comes in white and black colors, but only the white is currently at $26 low. Head below for more details.
Father’s Day is fast approaching folks, and if you haven’t picked out a gift yet, now’s the time to start. If your dad is the kind who loves gadgets and reads product manuals for fun or gets excited over automation, we’ve got some fresh Father’s Day gift ideas for him. Instead of defaulting to another big-ticket gadget like an iPhone or iPad, let’s look at tech that makes everyday life smoother. Think smart locks that add convenience and security, or a Find My-enabled wallet that finally solves the “where did I put that?” routine. Hit the jump to dive into the best tech gifts for Father’s Day.
This 8Bitdo Retro 18 numpad is compatible with Windows and Android devices, and it offers tri-mode connectivity for added convenience. What I really like about this numpad, however, is that it comes with an LED panel and doubles up as a standalone calculator. It’s a unique gear to add to your desk, and it even has a hot-swappable PCB with Kailh Box White Switches V2 switches.
Over at Amazon, you’ll find Insta360’s official storefront offering its new Flow 2 Pro smartphone gimbal down at $143.99 shipped. You are looking at a fairly new model that hit the scene earlier this year in January carrying a $160 price tag. This is the first time we’re tracking a deal on this model, and it’s now going for $16 less than its usual going rate. It’s available in Gray and White finishes, and they’re both seeing a 10% markdown right now. Notably, the Flow 2 Pro Creature bundle is also at $169.99 shipped, down from its usual price of $190. Head below for more details.
This Anker Smart Scale can capture 16 readings ranging from BMI, muscle mass, heart rate, and more, and it can transfer all of that data to Apple Health once linked via the companion eufy app. I also like that this Wi-Fi-enabled model doesn’t need Bluetooth to pair with your phone for data syncing.
Hot on the heels of a deal that dropped Insta360’s X4 8K 360-degree camera to a $360 all-time low, we just spotted another solid deal that gets the brand’s GO 3S 4K action camera for a good price. The official Insta360 Amazon storefront is now offering its GO 3S action camera for $339.99 shipped. The 64GB model usually sells for $400, but it’s now available with a solid $60 discount. This matches the lowest price we’ve seen for this action camera, with both the black and white versions currently down to $340. The 128GB variant of this camera is also down to $364.99 shipped from its usual going rate of $430. Head below for more details.
As part of its now-live PC gear sale, Woot is offering Microsoft’s Surface Pro 11 Copilot+ PC with Snapdragon X Plus chip down at $762.29 Prime shipped with a 90-day Woot warranty (a $6 delivery fee will apply otherwise). After seeing several discounts over the last few months and completely selling out, this particular model is now back in stock and has lately been fetching its full price at Amazon at $1,000. Today’s deal on Woot, however, shaves a solid $238 off its price, landing it $38 below its previous all-time low. This is the lowest price we have tracked for this Copilot+ PC, and you can learn more about it below.
Woot is currently running a major sale on a wide variety of PC gear, including SSDs, GPUs, and more, with some of the best prices we’ve seen. The deals even cover Copilot+ PCs and accessories like PC cases, with prices starting as low as $8. All the items on sale today are in brand-new condition and come with a 90-day Woot warranty, so be sure to check them out and grab the ones you like before they’re gone. Hit the jump to catch some of our favorites from the sale.
We are now tracking a deal at Amazon that gets you Elgato’s Facecam Neo webcam down at $61.99 shipped. This is originally a $100 model that has seen several discounts since its debut last year and has lately been going for $80. It dropped to the $60 mark for the first time earlier this year, and today’s deal lands it within $2 of that price with a 23% markdown. This is one of the lowest prices we have tracked for this webcam to date, and you can learn more about it below.
Over at Amazon, you’ll find Baseus’ official storefront offering Prime members its Blade 140W 6-in-1 charging station for $55.99 shipped. Don’t forget to enter promo code LZU8H7QR during checkout to see the discounted price. This charging unit originally retailed for $100 but has mostly been selling for around $90 this year, with some frequent drops to $70. You can use the promo code to take an extra $14 off its usual going rate today – bringing it down to the lowest price we can find for this model. Head below for more details.
As part of its ongoing Discover Summer Sale, Samsung is now offering significant discounts on a wide range of its gaming monitors. You can save up to $700 right now, with deals covering everything from the latest Odyssey OLED displays to popular older models like the 2nd Gen Odyssey Ark. The brand is also giving away a FREE 32-inch M7 Smart Monitor worth $400 with select Odyssey models, and the prices for models on sale today start at just $150. All the details and offers can be found below.
We spotted a deal at Amazon that gets you Samsung’s new Odyssey G90XF 3D 4K gaming monitor for $1,699.99 shipped. That’s a straight-up $300 on a fairly new display that hit the scene a couple of months back in April. Today’s deal lands this model $100 below its previous low and our mention from last week, marking a new best price to beat. Samsung, in case you’re wondering, is currently offering the same monitor for $1,799.99 shipped as a part of its Discover Summer sale, and you can learn more about it below.
This Anker model is a good option to consider if you’re looking for a compact charger that won’t take up much space in your everyday carry. It’s small enough to fit in your pocket and comes with a USB-C port that delivers a dependable 20W output. While it’s perfect for travel, it’s also useful to keep a few around the house for convenient charging – especially in places where you don’t need the fastest charging speeds. What makes this deal even better is that it comes with a 6-foot USB-C cable to get you charging out of the box.
Update: Razer’s BlackWidow V4 75% keyboard is now going for even less at $130.18 shipped. This is the lowest price we have tracked for this model, and you can learn more about it in the original post below.
We are now tracking a deal at Amazon that drops Razer’s BlackWidow V4 75% mechanical gaming keyboard down to $150.80 $130.18 shipped. This is originally a $190 keyboard that has fetched as much as $180 in recent months. Today’s deal shaves $29 off its usual going rate to land it $1 below its previous all-time low. This is the lowest price we can find for this latest version of the BlackWidow V4 75% model that comes with the brand’s tactile switches, and you can learn more about it below.
Over at Amazon, you’ll find JBL’s latest Clip 5 portable speaker in multiple colors down at $49.95 shipped. This particular model hit the scene last year carrying a $100 price tag, but it has mostly been sitting at the $80 mark with some occasional drops to the $60 mark. Today’s deal at Amazon shaves an additional $10 off its usual going rate, marking the return of the lowest price we’ve tracked for it to date. Head below for more details.
We just spotted a deal at Amazon that gets you the 8TB variant of Crucial’s brand-new X10 portable SSD for $439.99 shipped. This particular drive hit the scene last month carrying a $780 price tag, so you’re looking at a solid $340 discount right now. Today’s deal with a 44% markdown is also matched at B&H, and it marks a new best price to beat for this SSD. The 1TB variant of this drive is going for $99.99 shipped, down from its usual price of $140, and B&H also has the 2TB and 6TB models on sale right now. Head below for more details.
Welcome to 9to5Toys Battlestation Weekly – your go-to spot for the notable deals and latest releases in PC gaming at a glance every Saturday morning. This week we’re tracking some solid deals on Samsung’s Odyssey gaming monitors, with a bunch of currently down at their lowest prices with up to $850 off. The brand’s latest 2025 Odyssey OLED and 3D monitors are also on sale right now, and they’re worth considering if you missed out on its Memorial Day BOGO offers from last week. We also spotted some solid deals over the last few days on gaming peripherals like mechanical keyboards, gamepads, and more – making it a great week overall for anyone looking to upgrade their setup. Many of them are still live, so hit the jump to get all the details.
Sharge already has some of the most unique power banks on the market, and it just added another one to its lineup. The brand just unleashed the new Flow Mini 2 5,000mAh power bank at Amazon, which is an updated version of the original Flow, and it’s seeing a nice launch deal at $23.92 Prime shipped. Don’t forget to clip the on-page 20% off coupon to see the discounted price during checkout. Also, folks without a Prime membership can dodge the shipping fee by checking out with items worth over $35 in the cart. This brand-new model just hit Amazon carrying a $30 price tag, but you can use the coupon to save $6 on it right now with the launch offer. Head below for more details.
One of the more noticeable omissions on the Switch 2 is the lack of Hall effect sticks on its Joy-Cons. The same goes for Nintendo’s new Pro Controller for the Switch 2, which also doesn’t appear to include Hall effect sticks – at least there are now mentions of it on the official site. If you’re looking for a more durable and drift-resistant alternative, PowerA’s new Advantage Wired Controller is definitely worth considering. This is the brand’s latest release which is now up for pre-order starting at $39.99 shipped. It comes in a few different finishes, but only the white one has Lumectra lighting and is priced at $49.99 shipped. Hit the jump for a closer look and more details.
Several manufacturers, including Lexar and Samsung, have released new Express microSD cards in the months following the Switch 2 announcement. Now, PNY is joining them with its new offerings, and it’s latest memory cards come with 128GB and 256GB storage, both capable of delivering read and write speeds of up to 890MB/s. The prices for these start at $44.99 shipped, and you can grab them now from Amazon. Head below for a closer look and more details.
Update: Nintendo has officially confirmed via a statement that the Switch 2 only supports VRR in handheld mode. A Nintendo spokesperson shared this information with the folks over at Nintendo Life. The brand removed the mentions of VRR in docked mode from its official website, and confirmed the same via a statement with an apology for the confusion. More details about its processor are in the original post below.
It’s no secret that the Nintendo Switch 2 will be a major step up in performance, but what’s actually under the hood? Nintendo’s official specs sheet says it has a “custom processor made by Nvidia,” but what exactly is this new chip and what can we expect from it? A recent deep dive from Digital Foundry sheds light on the hardware powering Nintendo’s next-gen console. Hit the jump for more details and a quick side-by-side comparison of the original Switch and the Switch 2’s specifications.
After days of teasing, 8Bitdo has officially unveiled its new all-button arcade controllers. The company has introduced two versions: one compatible with the Nintendo Switch and PC, and an officially licensed Xbox Edition designed for Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and Windows. Both models are now available for pre-order on Amazon starting at $89.99 shipped, with a release date scheduled for July 15. These listings also fall under the Amazon pre-order Guarantee, meaning you’ll be charged the lowest price if they fall to a lower price between now and release. Hit the jump for a closer look and more details.
