With Prime Day fast approaching, we expect a lot of deals to show up as Amazon (and its competitors) line up some of the best prices and deals in the industry in a Black Friday-esque event that is expected to dwarf smaller sales we see during the summer in general.
One notable exception are the already-live 4th of July sales we see on multiple retailers as they gear up to make the holiday an excellent time to stock up on your tech and hardware needs at the start of the Summer season.
With deals that encompass multiple tech segments such as TVs, PC Hardware, and Smart Home devices as well as cell phones, laptops, earphones, and headphones, most retailers are actively participating in such sales, making it an ideal precursor to Prime Day for both, purchases that can’t wait and deals that are too good to pass up.
Spoiler: Some of these deals are exclusive to Prime members, but don’t fret! New members can try Prime for 30 days, free.
Here are some of our top tech picks, handpicked by the Game Rant team for your convenience:
Best PC & Console Hardware Deals
Logitech G Cloud Gaming Handheld
A portable Xbox may still be the stuff of dreams, but Logitech’s G Cloud is a wish come true to console gamers looking for a handheld system made for them. Gaming over the cloud has never been so easy or so comfortable. The Logitech G Cloud features an ergonomic design and supports game streaming from Game Pass, Steam, and plenty of other Google Play store apps!If you are looking for a budget-friendly portable console, the Logitech G Cloud Gaming Handheld is now available at $50 off on Amazon as part of its Early Prime Day deals
HP OMEN - 25L Gaming Desktop
The HP OMEN - 25L Gaming Desktop is an entry-level gaming PC that is an excellent value offering thanks to the deep discount it enjoys as part of Best Buy’s July 4th deals while offering decent gaming performance under the hood thanks to the capable GTX 1660 Super GPU and the 13th generation Intel Core i5 CPU in a sleek white enclosure.At a steep $300 discount, it is worth considering as an alternative to building your own this summer
Logitech’sG Cloud Handheldplatform is not the first choice for many when it comes to portable gaming with the niche essentially dominated by the Nintendo Switch console as well as the Steam Deck, with thenewer ASUS ROG Ally coming in to claim the performance crown. Logitech’s offers a cheaper proposition with support for Nvidia’s GeForce Now, ShadowPC, and Xbox Game Pass with the ability to stream content to what is a very capable cloud-based handheld device.
TheHP Omen - 25L Gaming Desktopoffers a different kind of gaming experience versus handhelds, and it could be an affordable replacement for your daily driver powered by the latest 13th gen Intel Core i3 processor and a capable entry-level GTX 1660 Super bundled with a plentiful 512GB SSD storage on offer.
You might want to pick upsome memory to go with the measly 8GB it comes with, but buying this might be cheaper and more efficient than assembling the same system in terms of both time and money, making it a no-brainer consideration to make if you are in the market - and the sleek white case coupled with a free keyboard and mouse simply build on that narrative.
Best Gaming Laptop Deals
HP Victus 15.6" Full HD 144Hz Gaming Laptop
The Arctis Nova Pro Wireless gaming headset from SteelSeries is a serious gamer’s tool. A gamer that wants the convenience and quality in a feature-rich wireless gaming headset need not look elsewhere. The headset’s premium high-fidelity drivers deliver a clear soundscape and a fully customizable experience with the Sonar Software. It supports 360-degree spatial audio for a more immersive gaming experience and helps the user to hear every audio cue around them clearly.With active noise-cancelling technology enhanced by a four-mic hybrid system, gamers can use transparency mode to tune out any annoying background noises.The Xbox variant of the Arctis Nova Pro is currently on sale at about 10% off compared to its retail price for a headset that rarely goes on sale, making it a deal worth considering if you are in the market for a premium gaming headset
ASUS ROG Zephyrus 14" FHD 144Hz Gaming Laptop
ASUS ROG Zephyrus 14' FHD 144Hz Gaming Laptop comes well-endowed with an AMD Ryzen 7 5800HS Processor along with an Nvidia RTX 3060 GPU with 16GB of DDR4 memory and 512GB SSD in tow powering a FHD 144Hz display.It is currently on sale for just $800 as part of Best Buy’s July 4th sales, an insane markdown from its $1400 MSRP, making it a solid mid-range gaming laptop deal to have this summer with arguably some of the best value on offer if you are looking for a work laptop that games well or vice versa.
TheHP Victus 15.6" Full HD 144Hz Gaming Laptopis on sale and offers an impressive amount of value for money for people who want to do a mix of gaming and work on the go without paying through their nose for what is considered to be a modern gaming laptop by many. The Victus, thanks to its capable DLSS-enabled RTX 3050 GPU can handle most games at medium resolutions while it is backed by an impressive 8-core Intel Core i5 processor to make short work of your computing needs in transit or as a budget desktop replacement.
If you are looking for a more compact option in the same range, theASUS ROG Zephyrus 14" FHD 144Hz Gaming Laptopshould fit your bill, sporting a more powerful RTX 3060 GPU, a sleeker 14-inch form factor, and a capable AMD Ryzen 7 processor under the hood with looks that rival some of the best high-end gaming laptops in the business - at $800 on sale at Best Buy, there isn’t much more you could ask for from what is one of the best value deals out there during these holiday sales.
Best Gaming Accessory Deals
Amazon Luna Wireless Controller
The Luna Wireless Controller is specifically designed for Amazon Luna, Amazon’s cloud gaming service. It features compatibility with a wide range of devices, from Windows and Mac to Fire TV, Fire tablet, iPhone, iPad, Chromebook, and Android devices.The controller’s seamless screen-switching ability lets you pause a game on one screen and continue on another. For a low-latency gameplay experience, the Luna Controller directly connects to Amazon’s custom game servers using innovative Cloud Direct technology. It also provides the option to function as a game controller on any Bluetooth-compatible device.
Amazon Fire HD 10 Tablet + Luna Controller
This bundle features both the Amazon Fire HD 10 tablet with 32 gigabytes of storage and the Luna wireless game controller. It is the perfect package for gaming on the couch or on the go. The Luna controller pairs conveniently with the Fire HD 10 tablet via Bluetooth and is specifically designed to work with the Luna cloud gaming service by Amazon.The controller also supports other platforms, such as Windows, Mac, and Android devices.
Razer Basilisk Ultimate Wireless Gaming Mouse
With a high-speed transmission, extremely low latency, and seamless frequency switching in the noisiest environments, you won’t even realize that you’re gaming with a wireless mouse. Have a greater arsenal of commands at your fingertips by mapping your favorite macros and secondary functions via Razer Synapse 3. Like its wired variant, the Razer Basilisk Ultimate includes the signature multi-function paddle and RGB charging dock.As one of the most premium wireless Razer mice to ever be released with an excellent dock in tow, the Razer Basilisk Ultimate offers an impressive amount of value and prestige at a deep discount at Best Buy as part of the 4th of July sales
SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless Gaming Headset
Logitech G815 Lightsync Gaming Keyboard
The Logitech G815 Lightsync is a top-notch gaming keyboard, which features low-profile mechanical switches that offer the speed and performance that is expected at the highest stages of gaming. The keyboard also supports Logitech’s Lightsync technology which allows synchronized RGB lighting with any content and other supported devices via the Logitech G Hub software. The construction of the G18 is sturdy and durable as the frame is made from aircraft-grade aluminum alloy.At $70 off MSRP during this Holiday sale on the white version, there really isn’t much of a reason you shouldn’t grab one of the finest mechanical gaming keyboards off Amazon
Amazon has been busy with its early Prime Day deals in conjunction with its Luna cloud gaming service, and it goes to show when you look at how much value the e-commerce giant is offering in deals worth considering during the holiday. You can pick up aLuna controller with a free one-month subscription to Luna+for just $40 to get your gaming journey started.
If you need something to play on, Amazon is offering an even better deal by bundling theLuna Controller with the Amazon Fire HD 10 tabletfor just $115, making it one of the cheapest complete cloud gaming offerings you’re able to buy in 2023 - plus you get an excellent tablet out of it as a bonus.
TheRazer Basilisk Ultimatemakes yet another round as one of the most popular high-end gaming mice from Razer that offers an excellent wireless experience. you’re able to grab it along with its charging dock for just $100 on Best Buy against an MSRP of $170 during regular days making it a great product to look at if you are in the market for a gaming mouse.
you may also pair it with the excellentSteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless Gaming Headsetwhich is alsoour pick for the best wireless Xbox gaming headsetdue to its unique take on battery swaps coupled with stellar audio quality that surpasses many of its peers. While rarely on sale, it is currently available for 10% off. A further 10% off can be unlocked by subscribing to or being a member of My Best Buy Plus during the holiday.
TheLogitech G815 Mechanical Gaming Keyboardis one of the better mechanical gaming keyboards out there, and it looks amazing in white with the $80 discount over MSRP sealing the deal for most gamers looking for a new keyboard this summer with a deal simply too good to pass up if you want to go Logitech for your PC accessories this time around.
Best TV & Monitor Deals
LG 48' A2 4K OLED TV
The 48' version of LG’s entry level OLED TV is currently at an excellent discount on Best Buy with a whopping $700 off on its MSRP, making it a great budget purchase for what is otherwise a premium viewing experience at a price that wont break the bank this holiday season for a TV that offers perfect blacks, excellent contrast ratios and impressive color reproduction at a price that can only be termed a steal for lack of a better word.
Samsung Odyssey G51C 32' QHD 165Hz Gaming Monitor
The Samsung Odyssey G51C 32' QHD 165Hz Gaming Monitor is an excellent budget-centric gaming monitor choice that feels considerably more premium. It trades at a significantly large discount as part of Best Buy’s 4th July Sales, offering immense value for a 165Hz Gaming monitor with a VA panel at just $230 a pop
LG 45" UltraGear 45GR95QE-B OLED WQHD Curved Gaming Monitor
The LG 45' UltraGear™ OLED 45GR95QE-B is an excellent Ultrawide OLED monitor that packs the latest from LG’s display tech stack into the productivity and gaming-focused ultrawide form factor and does so in style. With a 240Hz refresh rate and 0.03ms response time combined on a screen that boasts a unique take on how screen real estate should be used.
TheLG 48 Inch A2 4K OLED TVis an entry-level model of LG’s highly regarded OLED TVs that offers a cheaper display option, being restricted to 60Hz. While this makes it less ideal for some competitive gamers and TV connoisseurs, the massive price discount it currently enjoys as part of the Best Buy sale makes it an excellent recommendation as both a larger monitor if you wish to go that route, or as a capable TV for most, clocking in at just $600 on Best Buy.
TheSamsung Odyssey G51C 32' QHD 165Hz Gaming Monitoris an excellent 2K 165Hz offering for gamers on a budget thanks to its massive discount as part of the Independence day sales at Best Buy. As a capable VA display, this is an ideal option for gamers looking to get a new monitor to game on without being too heavy on their wallet during the holiday.
FAQ:
Q: Which Sites are the Best Independence Day Sales For Tech Products Currently At?
A: Amazon, Newegg, Gamestop, and Best Buy are all running Independence Day Sales for tech and gaming hardware products currently. Game Rant has listed some of the best deals we could find at the time of publishing.
Q: What Controllers Can I Use For Amazon’s Luna Service?
A: Amazon’s own Luna controller as well as Sony’s Dual Shock controllers and Microsoft’s Xbox Controller all work with Amazon’s Luna Cloud gaming service in addition to a keyboard and mouse if you want to go the PC-esque route.
