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All the best Cyber Monday 2020 deals we can find – Ars Technica


All the best Cyber Monday 2020 deals we can find

Ars Technica

Cyber Monday has arrived. To help you shop smarter this holiday season, the Dealmaster has sifted through hundreds of junky offers, researched countless products, and ignored the retailer hype to pick out the best Cyber Monday 2020 deals on gadgets, games, and tech gear we like.

As expected, many of Cyber Monday’s most notable deals are repeats of what we saw on Black Friday. But there are a few new discounts worth noting, and if you’ve still got holiday shopping to do, most of the deals in our hand-picked roundup below continue to bring excellent value.

We’ve given special shout-outs to a few of our favorite offers below, and we’ll be sure to update our list over the course of the day, adding new worthwhile discounts as we see them.

Note: Ars Technica may earn compensation for sales from links on this post through affiliate programs.

Top 10 deals of Cyber Monday 2020

Sony's WH-1000XM4 is one the best pairs of wireless headphones you can buy.
Enlarge / Sony’s WH-1000XM4 is one the best pairs of wireless headphones you can buy.

Jeff Dunn

Sonos One SL for $129 at Sonos, Amazon, and Adorama (normally $179): Sonos has discounted a number of its devices for Cyber Monday, but one highlight is this $50 drop for the Sonos One SL. The home speaker offers the same excellent sound quality and easy-to-manage wireless streaming support of the normal Sonos One, but it saves a few bucks by ditching the built-in microphones for those who don’t need voice assistants like Amazon’s Alexa. Discounts on any Sonos speaker are rare, and this deal comes within $10 of the all-time low. If you’d prefer to buy a pair, Amazon has a bundle that includes a $10 store gift card.

Ghost of Tsushima (PS4) for $40 at Amazon, GameStop, and Best Buy (normally $60): There are tons of deals on quality video games this Cyber Monday, but one highlight is this $20 discount on the PlayStation exclusive Ghost of Tsushima. You can check out our review for a full picture, but in short, the open-world samurai drama is still one of our favorite games of 2020. This deal matches the best price we’ve seen.

Amazon Fire HD 8 (32GB, ads) for $55 at Amazon (normally $85): Amazon’s Fire HD 8 certainly isn’t as fast or well-made as an iPad, its display is less sharp, and like all Amazon tablets, it lacks native access to the Google Play Store. (Though there are workarounds for the latter.) Still, if you just want a competent tablet for simple Web browsing and e-book reading on the (very) cheap, it does everything well enough to be good value. This deal ties the lowest price we’ve seen. If you’d prefer a bigger display, the 10-inch Fire HD 10 is on sale for $80.

SanDisk microSDXC Card for Nintendo Switch (128GB) for $20 at Amazon and Best Buy (normally $27): A recommendation from our guide to the best Nintendo Switch accessories, this SanDisk microSD card is reliable and high-performing with any device that supports expandable microSD storage, not just the Switch. This deal marks another all-time low. Another microSD card we like, the Samsung EVO Select, is also on sale for $16; just note that it has slower write speeds.

Sony WH-1000XM4 for $278 at Amazon, B&H, and Adorama (normally $350): While its name doesn’t roll off the tongue, Sony’s WH-1000XM4 is a highly recommended pair of wireless noise-cancelling headphones. Aside from being comfortable to wear for hours at a time, the XM4 have a fun yet customizable sound, the ability to connect to multiple devices simultaneously, and active noise cancellation that ranks among the strongest on the market. This ongoing deal from Black Friday matches the largest price drop we’ve seen.

Logitech M720 Triathlon for $30 at Amazon (normally $40): The top budget option from our guide to the best wireless mice, the Logitech M720 Triathlon is a clear step down in build quality from our pricier picks, but it’s still comfortable for a variety of hand sizes and grip types. It’s easily usable across multiple devices, too, and it lasts for roughly two years off a single AA battery. While this isn’t the biggest discount we’ve seen, it’s a nice price drop all the same.

UE Wonderboom 2 for $50 at Amazon and Best Buy (normally $90): Here’s the joint-lowest price we’ve seen on the UE Wonderboom 2, a Bluetooth speaker we’ve recommended in the past. This is a highly portable device, so it doesn’t have the most dynamic audio profile, but for its size it still produces a clean and satisfying sound. We wish it charged over USB-C instead of microUSB, and its nine-hour battery life is just okay, but its diminutive frame, simple controls, built-in elastic loop, and IP67 waterproof rating make it convenient to play anywhere.

55-inch LG BX OLED TV (2020 model) for $1,197 at Amazon and B&H (normally $1,450): The entry-level model in the LG’s latest crop of OLED TVs, the BX can’t get quite as bright as more expensive models, so it’s best kept away from glare. That said, it’s still a premium TV and a sizable upgrade over most traditional LED LCD sets, with spectacular contrast, smooth motion, and wide viewing angles. The step-up LG CX is still a better TV, but we aren’t seeing any discounts on that model as of this writing. This deal, meanwhile, matches the lowest price we’ve tracked.

Microsoft Xbox Wireless Controller for Xbox Series X|S for $40 at Microsoft (normally $60): While it’s still extremely difficult to buy a Xbox Series X|S, Microsoft has taken $20 off the controller that comes bundled with the new consoles. As we noted in our review, the new Xbox controller isn’t a huge shift from the old one—and it lacks the flair of Sony’s DualSense—but it is a better version of an already great pad, with a grippier texture on the back, an improved d-pad, and a slightly more comfortable shape. If you need a spare controller for your Xbox, PC, or Android phone, this is the first major discount we’ve seen. Just note that it still requires AA batteries by default.

Instant Pot Duo Evo Plus (8qt) for $90 at Amazon and Williams-Sonoma (normally $140): While we don’t review tons of kitchen gadgets here at Ars, we’re not ignorant to the Instant Pot craze. This particular multi-cooker is well-reviewed for offering a large LCD display, automatic sealing, a sous vide function, and nifty handles that make its inner pot easy to lift. This deal price is a new all-time low. The device itself is an eight-quart model, so it’s best for larger families and servings, but we have deals on smaller options below.

LG's BX OLED TV is one of the best premium TVs for most people.
Enlarge / LG’s BX OLED TV is one of the best premium TVs for most people.

Best Cyber Monday TV deals

<em>Final Fantasy VII Remake </em>is one of the year's best action-RPGs.
Enlarge / Final Fantasy VII Remake is one of the year’s best action-RPGs.

Best Cyber Monday PlayStation and Xbox deals

The gorgeous Metroidvania <em>Ori and the Will of the Wisps </em>is one of our favorite games of 2020.
Enlarge / The gorgeous Metroidvania Ori and the Will of the Wisps is one of our favorite games of 2020.

Microsoft

<em>Luigi's Mansion 3</em> remains one of the Switch's most charming adventures, and it's almost fully playable with a friend to boot.
Enlarge / Luigi’s Mansion 3 remains one of the Switch’s most charming adventures, and it’s almost fully playable with a friend to boot.

Best Cyber Monday Nintendo Switch deals

Tomtoc's Slim Case is a recommended accessory for your Nintendo Switch.
Enlarge / Tomtoc’s Slim Case is a recommended accessory for your Nintendo Switch.

Jeff Dunn

Best Cyber Monday gaming deals

  • Tomtoc Slim Case carrying case for Nintendo Switch for $14.44 at Amazon (normally $20).
  • Fnatic React wired gaming headset for $52.99 at Amazon (normally $75).
  • SteelSeries Arctis Pro + GameDAC wired gaming headset for $199.99 at Amazon (normally $250).
  • Aukey KM-P4 XXXL gaming mouse pad—47.2 in. x 23.6 in. x 0.12 in. for $22.49 at Amazon (clip 25% coupon—normally $35).
  • PowerA Moga Mobile Gaming Clip for Xbox wireless controllers for $10.99 at Amazon (normally $15).
  • Logitech G513 wired mechanical gaming keyboard—GX Blue/GX Brown switches for $99.99 at Amazon (normally $135).
  • Logitech G815 wired mechanical gaming keyboard—Logitech GL Tactile/GL Clicky/GL Linear switches for $149.99 at Amazon (normally $190).
  • Logitech G915 TKL tenkeyless wireless mechanical gaming keyboard—Logitech GL Tactile/GL Clicky/GL Linear switches for $179.99 at Amazon (normally $230).
  • Logitech G203 Lightsync wired gaming mouse for $14.99 at GameStop and Best Buy (normally $35).
  • Razer Viper wired gaming mouse for $39.99 at GameStop (normally $70).
  • Razer Ornata V2 wired gaming keyboard—Razer Hybrid Mecha-Membrane switches for $69.99 at GameStop (normally $100).
  • Corsair K70 RGB MK. 2 wired mechanical gaming keyboard—Cherry MX Brown switches for $109.99 at Amazon (normally $140).
  • Corsair K95 RGB Platinum wired mechanical gaming keyboard—Cherry MX Brown switches for $129.99 at Amazon (normally $195).
  • HyperX Alloy Origins Core tenkeyless wired mechanical gaming keyboard—HyperX Aqua switches for $69.99 at Microsoft and Best Buy (normally $90).
  • HyperX Alloy Origins wired mechanical gaming keyboard—HyperX Aqua switches for $79.99 at GameStop and Best Buy (normally $107).
Microsoft's Surface Book 3 isn't for everyone, but if you want a detachable display, it provides that versatility in a well-crafted design.
Enlarge / Microsoft’s Surface Book 3 isn’t for everyone, but if you want a detachable display, it provides that versatility in a well-crafted design.

Jeff Dunn

Best Cyber Monday laptop deals

  • Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (8th gen) laptop—Intel Core i5-10210U, 14-inch 1080p, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD for $999.99 at Lenovo (use code: THINKBF2—normally $1,500).
  • Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (8th gen) laptop—Intel Core i7-10510U, 14-inch 1080p, 16GB RAM, 1TB SSD for $1,199.99 at Lenovo (use code: THINKSGIVING2—normally $1,800).
  • Lenovo Yoga C940 2-in-1 laptop—Intel Core i7-1065G7, 14-inch 1080p, 12GB RAM, 512GB SSD for $999.99 at Microsoft (normally $1,200).
  • Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 laptop—Intel Core i5-1035G7, 13.5-inch 2256×1504, 8GB RAM, 256GB SSD for $979.99 at Microsoft and Amazon (normally $1,300).
  • Microsoft Surface Book 3 2-in-1 laptop—Intel Core i5-1035-G7, 13.5-inch 3000×2000, 8GB RAM, 256GB SSD for $1,299.99 at Microsoft (normally $1,600).
  • HP Spectre x360 13t 2-in-1 laptop—Intel Core i5-1135G7, 13.3-inch 1080p, 8GB RAM, 256GB SSD for $759.99 at HP (use code: 5STACKBFCM21—normally $1,000).
  • HP Envy x360 15 2-in-1 laptop—AMD Ryzen 7 4700U, 15.6-inch 1080p, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD for $788.49 at HP (configure specs at checkout, select Intel AX 200, and use code: 5STACKBFCM21—normally $1,000).
  • HP EliteBook 840 G7 laptop—Intel Core i5-10210U, 14-inch 1080p, 8GB RAM, 256GB SSD for $716.80 at HP (configure specs at checkout, select backlit keyboard, 720p webcam, and 65W adapter—normally $1,200).
  • HP Omen 15 (15-EN0013DX) gaming laptop—AMD Ryzen 7 4800H, 15.6-inch 1080p 144Hz, 8GB RAM, 512GB SSD, GeForce GTX 1660 Ti 6GB for $849.99 at Best Buy (normally $1,200).
  • Dell G5 15 SE gaming laptop—AMD Ryzen 7 4800H, 15.6-inch 1080p 144Hz, 8GB RAM, 512GB SSD, Radeon RX 5600M 6GB for $849.99 at Best Buy (normally $1,050).
  • Razer Blade 15 (2020) laptop—Intel Core i7-10750H, 15.6-inch 1080p 144Hz, 16GB RAM, 256GB SSD, GTX 1660 Ti GPU for $1,299.99 at Amazon (normally $1,600).

Best Cyber Monday monitor deals

The Apple Watch Series 6 is the best smartwatch iPhone users can buy.
Enlarge / The Apple Watch Series 6 is the best smartwatch iPhone users can buy.

Corey Gaskin

Best Cyber Monday Apple device deals

  • Apple AirPods true wireless earbuds for $109.99 at Amazon and Walmart (normally $130).
  • Apple Watch Series 6 (40mm, select colors) smartwatch for $349.99 at Amazon (normally $385).
  • Apple Watch SE (40mm) smartwatch for $229.99 at Amazon (normally $270).
  • Apple iPad Mini (64GB) 7.9-inch tablet for $299.99 at Best Buy (normally $365).
  • Apple iPad Air (64GB) 10.9-inch tablet for $569.99 at Amazon (normally $599).
  • Apple Mac Mini (late 2020) mini desktop—Apple M1, 8GB RAM, 256GB SSD for $669 at B&H (normally $699).
  • Apple MacBook Air (late 2020) laptop—Apple M1, 8GB RAM, 256GB SSD for $899 at Adorama (backordered—normally $999).
  • Apple MacBook Pro (late 2020) laptop—Apple M1, 8GB RAM, 256GB SSD for $1,199 at B&H and Adorama (backordered—normally $1,299).
  • Beats Powerbeats Pro (select colors) true wireless sports earphones for $159.99 at Amazon and Best Buy (normally $240).
  • Beats Powerbeats Bluetooth sports earphones for $99 at Amazon and B&H (normally $140).
  • Beats Solo 3 Wireless Bluetooth on-ear headphones for $119 at Amazon (normally $175).
  • Beats Solo Pro Bluetooth on-ear noise-cancelling headphones for $154.99 at Best Buy (normally $200).
  • Apple Smart Keyboard Folio for 12.9-inch iPad Pro (4th gen) for $120 at Amazon (normally $189).
  • Apple Smart Keyboard Folio for 11-inch iPad Pro (2nd gen) and iPad Air (4th gen) for $129 at Best Buy (normally $170).
The Sonos Move is a powerful wireless speaker that works indoors over Wi-Fi or outdoors over Bluetooth.
Enlarge / The Sonos Move is a powerful wireless speaker that works indoors over Wi-Fi or outdoors over Bluetooth.

Jeff Dunn

Best Cyber Monday Sonos device deals

Amazon's waterproof Kindle Paperwhite is one of the best e-readers for most people.
Enlarge / Amazon’s waterproof Kindle Paperwhite is one of the best e-readers for most people.

Valentina Palladino

Best Cyber Monday Amazon device deals

Amazon's Fire TV Stick is a speedy and affordable way to stream 4K video.
Enlarge / Amazon’s Fire TV Stick is a speedy and affordable way to stream 4K video.

Jeff Dunn

  • Amazon Echo (4th gen) smart speaker for $69.99 at Amazon (normally $100).
  • Amazon Echo Studio smart home speaker for $159.99 at Amazon (normally $200).
  • Amazon Echo Show 5 smart display for $44.99 at Amazon (normally $70).
  • Amazon Echo Show 5 smart display + Blink Mini 1080p indoor security camera for $49.99 at Amazon (normally $90).
  • Amazon Echo Show 8 smart display for $64.99 at Amazon (normally $100).
  • Amazon Echo Show 8 smart display + Blink Mini 1080p indoor security camera for $69.99 at Amazon (normally $115).
  • Amazon Eero 6 mesh Wi-Fi router for $103 at Amazon (normally $129).
  • Amazon Eero 6 (2-pack) mesh Wi-Fi system for $159 at Amazon (normally $199).
  • Amazon Eero 6 (3-pack) mesh Wi-Fi system for $223 at Amazon (normally $279).
  • Amazon Eero mesh Wi-Fi router for $79 at Amazon (normally $99).
  • Amazon Eero (3-pack) mesh Wi-Fi system for $174 at Amazon (normally $249).
  • Blink Mini 1080p indoor security camera for $24.99 at Amazon (normally $33).
The OnePlus 8 and OnePlus 8 Pro (pictured) are two of the best premium Android phones of 2020.
Enlarge / The OnePlus 8 and OnePlus 8 Pro (pictured) are two of the best premium Android phones of 2020.

Ron Amadeo

Best Cyber Monday smartphone deals

  • OnePlus 8 (12GB RAM, 256GB storage) unlocked smartphone for $579.99 at B&H (normally $699).
  • OnePlus 8 Pro (12GB RAM, 256GB storage) unlocked smartphone for $799 at OnePlus and Amazon (normally $899).
  • Samsung Galaxy S20 FE (6GB RAM, 128GB storage) unlocked smartphone for $549 at Amazon, B&H, and Best Buy (normally $650).
  • TCL 10 Pro (6GB RAM, 128GB storage) unlocked smartphone for $314.99 at Amazon and B&H (clip $135 coupon—normally $450).
  • Motorola Moto G Stylus (4GB RAM, 128GB storage) unlocked smartphone for $199.99 at Amazon and B&H (normally $265).
  • Motorola Moto G Power (4GB RAM, 64GB storage) unlocked smartphone for $174.99 at Amazon (normally $230).
  • Nokia 5.3 (4GB RAM, 64GB storage) unlocked smartphone for $166.85 at Amazon (normally $199).
Jabra's Elite 75t is a wonderfully well-rounded pair of true wireless earphones.
Enlarge / Jabra’s Elite 75t is a wonderfully well-rounded pair of true wireless earphones.

Jeff Dunn

Best Cyber Monday headphones and Bluetooth speaker deals

Logitech's M720 Triathlon is a comfy wireless mouse for those on a budget.
Enlarge / Logitech’s M720 Triathlon is a comfy wireless mouse for those on a budget.

Jeff Dunn

Best Cyber Monday electronics deals

The Das Keyboard 4 Professional has been around for a few years now but is still a good buy among full-size mechanical keyboards.
Enlarge / The Das Keyboard 4 Professional has been around for a few years now but is still a good buy among full-size mechanical keyboards.

Jeff Dunn

Best Cyber Monday smart home deals

SanDisk's microSD Card for Nintendo Switch is faster-than-average and reliable, regardless of whether you use it with an actual Switch console.
Enlarge / SanDisk’s microSD Card for Nintendo Switch is faster-than-average and reliable, regardless of whether you use it with an actual Switch console.

Jeff Dunn

Best Cyber Monday storage deals

The 90W RAVPower RP-PC128 is a compact charger that's powerful enough to recharge many laptops.
Enlarge / The 90W RAVPower RP-PC128 is a compact charger that’s powerful enough to recharge many laptops.

RAVPower

Best Cyber Monday accessories and miscellaneous deals

CalDigit's TS3 Plus is a versatile Thunderbolt 3 dock for desktops that need more connectivity.
Enlarge / CalDigit’s TS3 Plus is a versatile Thunderbolt 3 dock for desktops that need more connectivity.

Valentina Palladino

  • CalDigit TS3 Plus Thunderbolt 3 dock—2x Thunderbolt 3, 5x USB-A, USB-C 3.1 Gen 1, USB-C 3.1 Gen 2, DisplayPort 1.2, Ethernet, SD for $199.99 at Amazon (clip $20 coupon—normally $245).
  • Anker PowerExpand+ 7-in-1 USB-C hub—48W USB-C PD, 2x USB 3.0, HDMI (4K@30Hz), SD, microSD, Ethernet for $29.99 at Amazon (normally $40).
  • Aukey PA-B3 USB-C wall charger—65W total, 65W USB-C PD, USB-A, GaN for $25.49 at Amazon (normally $38).
  • RAVPower RP-PC128 USB-C wall charger—90W total, 2x 90W USB-C PD for $37.80 at Amazon (clip $4 coupon—normally $50).
  • Prime only: Nekteck 5-Port 111W USB-C Wall Charger—111W total, 87W USB-C PD, 4x USB-A for $39.99 at Amazon (normally $50).
  • Brydge 7.9 Bluetooth keyboard for Apple iPad Mini for $79.99 at Amazon (normally $100).
  • Brydge 10.2 Bluetooth keyboard for Apple iPad for $79.99 at Amazon (normally $130).
  • Brydge 10.5 Bluetooth keyboard for Apple iPad Air (2019) for $59.99 at Amazon (normally $90).
  • Brydge 11.0 Pro Bluetooth keyboard for 11-inch Apple iPad Pro and iPad Air (2020) for $99.99 at Amazon (normally $130).
  • Brydge 11.0 Pro+ Bluetooth keyboard with trackpad for 11-inch Apple iPad Pro and iPad Air (2020) for $139.99 at Amazon (normally $200).
  • Brydge 12.9 Pro Bluetooth keyboard for 12.9-inch Apple iPad Pro for $99.99 at Amazon (normally $170).
  • Brydge 12.9 Pro+ Bluetooth keyboard with trackpad for 12.9-inch Apple iPad Pro for $159.99 at Amazon (normally $230).
  • Brydge Vertical Dock for 13-inch or 15-inch Apple MacBook Pro for $129.99 at Amazon (normally $170).
  • iOttie iTap Magnetic 2 (Air Vent/CD Slot) car mount phone holder for $16.92 at Amazon (normally $25).



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