Black Friday 2025 — GPU, Console & PC Hardware Deals
Where to save big this Black Friday (GPUs, Consoles, Games & Gear)
Mid-range GPUs (RTX 50xx / AMD RX 9xxx), console bundles (PS5 Slim, Switch 2) and accessories are showing the best discounts this season. Below: curated picks, price ranges, exact retailer pages and buying playbook.
Top GPUs to watch (Black Friday 2025)
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 — 1440p sweet spot
Mid-range card with excellent 1440p performance. Expect bundle promos and occasional rebates — top value pick in 2025 sales lists.
AMD Radeon RX 9070 / 9070 XT — VRAM value
Ideal if VRAM matters (content creators, large texture packs). Frequently competes strongly with Nvidia on price/perf this sale season.
High-End Cards (RTX 5080 / 5090 equivalents)
High-end cards typically see smaller discounts; consider waiting for bundles or rebates if stock is tight.
Top Console Deals & Bundles
PlayStation 5 Slim (Disc) — Bundles
Best value when buying official Sony bundles or retailer bundles at Best Buy / Amazon.
Nintendo Switch 2 / Switch OLED — Family & Portable
Top pick for families and portability; check GameStop and Nintendo store for official bundles.
Xbox Series X / S — Game Pass & Bundles
Xbox often offers strong digital bundles or limited console discounts — valuable if you use Game Pass.
Top Games on Sale (Black Friday Picks)
EA SPORTS FC 26
Top sports franchise — great Black Friday price for players and casuals alike.
Metal Gear Solid Δ: Snake Eater (Remake)
Seen across retailer Black Friday lists — strong buy for fans of stealth games.
Accessories & Peripherals
Wireless Gaming Headsets
Large discounts across brands (SteelSeries, Razer, Astro) — huge quality jump for modest spend.
External NVMe / SSD Storage
Buy fast NVMe external drives to keep many AAA installs without deleting games constantly.
Buying playbook — quick checklist
- Focus on mid-range GPUs for best value (RTX 5060/5070, AMD RX 9070 series).
- Prioritize bundles for consoles (console + game) — more savings than separate buys.
- Use price trackers (Keepa, Honey, CamelCamelCamel) to confirm discounts are real.
- Watch for mail-in rebates & store credit — they change effective price materially.
- Verify compatibility (PSU wattage, case clearance) before buying high-end GPUs.
FAQ
- Are GPU discounts real this Black Friday?
- Yes — but depth varies. Mid-range GPUs show the strongest, while top-end cards often stay near MSRP. Use trackers & set alerts.
- Which retailer is best for consoles?
- Best Buy, GameStop, Walmart and Amazon frequently run bundles. Official stores (Sony/Nintendo) sometimes do limited promotions — compare.
- Should I wait for Cyber Monday?
- Sometimes Cyber Monday extends or refreshes deals. If stock is limited, grab a good Black Friday bundle; otherwise, monitor both days.
