Best early Prime Day PC gaming deals: My 45+ picks for top deals live now

Amazon’s annual Prime Day event is finally here. Which means you can find hundreds of steep discounts on everything from graphics cards and monitors to pre-built desktops and high-end laptops. And if you’re looking to compare Amazon deals, retailers like Best Buy and Newegg, and brands like Lenovo and Dell, are running competing sales on premium gaming laptops and desktops, monitor bundles, and accessories.

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To help you find the best deals on the best gaming brands, I put together a list of the steepest markdowns I could find on some of the most trusted gaming brands. You can keep reading below to check out my favorite deals from Amazon and elsewhere.

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Best Prime Day 2025 PC gaming deals

• Asus ROG Strix G18: $3,780 (save $920): A high-end gaming laptop built with an Nvidia RTX 5080 graphics card, Intel Core Ultra 9 processor, 64GB of RAM, and an 18-inch 2.5K display.
• HyperX SoloCast: $40 (save $20): A great entry-level USB mic for voice chat and content creators that features plug-and-play compatibility with PC, Mac, and PS5 consoles.
• Razer Basilisk V3: $40 (save $30): A high-end gaming mouse that is suited for a variety of genres, featuring 11 programmable buttons, a 26K DPI optical sensor, and integrated RGB lighting.
• Logitech C270: $20 (save $20): A great, entry-level webcam for Discord calls and content creation that features 720p resolution, automatic light correction, and plug-and-play compatibility with both PC and Mac computers.
• NZXT Kraken Elite 240: $180 (save $60): An all-in-one liquid cooling unit for gaming desktops featuring a 240mm radiator, dual fans, and a customizable 2.72-inch LCD display.
• Luna wireless controller: $40 (save $30): Amazon’s Luna wireless controller works with cloud gaming services so you can play your favorite titles without a high-end PC or dedicated console.
• Samsung T9 portable SSD 4TB: $265 (save $285): Instantly add extra storage space to your desktop, laptop, or game console and get faster loading times with read speeds up to 2000MB/s. You can also pick up the 2TB version for 43% off.

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More Prime Day 2025 PC gaming deals

• Razer Universal Quick Charging Stand for PC/Xbox: $20 (save $30): Keep your extra game pads charged and at-the-ready with this universal stand.
• SteelSeries Alias Pro XLR mic: $236 (save $134): A professional studio-grade XLR microphone with an included mixer and volume dial for high-quality recordings and live stream vocals.
• SteelSeries Arena 9: $450 (save $230): A high-end surround sound setup for PC and console gaming with simultaneous dual device connectivity, OLED control dial, and 5.1CH audio.
• Meta Quest 3S 128GB: $249 (save $50): A great entry-level VR headset for anyone looking to add to their gaming experience or streamline their productivity.
• Logitech G29 Driving Force racing wheel and pedal set: $230 (save $100): A mid-range racing wheel and pedal set for serious racing game enthusiasts and content creators.
• Asus ROG Rapture GT6 2-pack: $300 (save $180): A high-end Wi-Fi 6 mesh system designed with PC gaming in mind with coverage up to 5,800 sq.ft., tri-band Wi-Fi support, and automatic game traffic optimization.

Best PC gaming deals from Best Buy

• MSI Aegis ZS desktop: $1,700 (save $300): A mid-range gaming desktop built with an Nvidia GeForce RTX 5070 GPU, 32GB of RAM, a 1TB SSD, and an AMD Ryzen 7 7000 series processor.
• Logitech G915 Lightspeed TKL: $130 (save $100): A compact, ten key-less wireless gaming keyboard with GL Tactile switches, RGB backlighting, and onboard memory for three user profiles.
• SteelSeries Aerox 5 Ultra: $104 (save $66): A premium wireless gaming mouse with 9 programmable buttons, Bluetooth and USB connectivity, and compatibility with Windows, Mac, and Chromebook computers.
• LG UltraGear OLED 32-inch: $999 (save $400): A high-end OLED gaming monitor with 4K resolution, up to a 480Hz refresh rate, a 0.03ms response time, and support for both Nvidia G-Sync and AMD FreeSync Pro VRR.
• Gunnar Vertex computer glasses in Onyx: $35 (save $15): I’ve been wearing Gunnar Optics glasses for years because of their comfortable fit, lightweight design, and options for prescription lens fittings.

More Prime Day 2025 gaming laptop deals

• Alienware x16 gaming laptop: $2,800 (save $900 at Dell): This high-end gaming laptop features a 16-inch display capable of 1920 x 1200 resolution, a 480Hz refresh rate and G-Sync VRR support. It’s also built with an Intel Core Ultra 9 processor, Nvidia RTX 4090 GPU, 32GB of RAM, and a 2TB SSD.
• Gigabyte Aorus 16X gaming laptop: $1,070 (save $330 at Newegg): A great mid-range gaming laptop with a 16-inch display, 13th generation Intel Core i7 processor, 16GB of RAM, 1TB SSD, and Nvidia GeForce RTX 4060 GPU.
• Asus ROG Strix G16: $1,800 (save $500 at Amazon): A robust gaming laptop with a 16-inch display, 240Hz refresh rate, 1TB SSD, Intel Core i9-14900HX processor, and Nvidia RTX 4070 graphics card.
• Asus TUF A14: $900 (save $300 at Amazon): A great entry-level gaming laptop with a 14-inch display, 165Hz refresh rate, Nvidia RTX 4050 GPU, AMD Ryzen AI 7 processor, 16GB of RAM, and a 512GB SSD.
• MSI Katana A15 AI: $1,350 (save $350 at Amazon): A mid-range gaming laptop built with an AMD Ryzen 9 8945HS CPU, 32GB of RAM, 1TB SSD, and Nvidia GeForce RTX 4070 graphics card.

More Prime Day 2025 SSD and storage deals

• PNY Pro Elite V2 512GB flash drive: $45 (save $30 at Amazon): A compact USB flash drive with 512GB of storage for offloading documents, photos, and save files to make room on your main storage drive.
• WD Black SN7100 500GB M.2 SSD: $50 (save $26 at Amazon): A great entry-level M.2 SSD for adding more storage space to your gaming PC.
• Crucial X9 Pro 2TB portable SSD: $120 (save $60 at Amazon): The Crucial X9 Pro gives you read and write speeds up to 1050MB/s for faster file transfers while the ruggedized case has an IP55 water and dust resistance rating and can withstand drops up to 7.5 feet.
• Kingston Ironkey Vault Privacy 50 512GB: $170 (save $75 at Amazon): This flash drive not only gives you 512GB of extra storage space, but it also features XTS-AES 256-bit encryption, multi-password options, and brute force protection to keep your files and personal data safe.
• SanDisk Extreme 8TB portable SSD: $450 (save $250 at Amazon): A rugged portable SSD with an IP65 dust and water resistance rating, drop resistance up to 3 meters, and a 5-year limited warranty.
• WD Black SN850X 8TB M.2 SSD: $545 (save $335 at Amazon): This high-capacity internal SSD gives you read and write speeds up to 7.200MB/s, an integrated heat sink, and adaptive thermal management software.
• WD Black 1TB SN770M: $85 (save $55 at Amazon): A compact M.2 SSD designed for handheld devices like the Steam Deck and MSI Claw.

More Prime Day 2025 gaming monitor deals

• Samsung Odyssey Ark 2nd Gen: $1,800 (save $900 at Best Buy): The perfect big-screen gaming monitor for serious players and content creators that features a 55-inch display, AMD FreeSync Premium Pro VRR, and a 1ms response time.
• Samsung Odyssey Neo G9 57-inch curved monitor: $1,600 (save $700 at Amazon): A truly ultra-wide gaming monitor for serious players and content creators with 4K resolution, a 240Hz refresh rate, 1ms response time, and support for AMD FreeSync Premium Pro VRR.
• LG UltraGear 27-inch QHD: $285 (save $215 at Amazon): A great mid-range gaming monitor with 1440p resolution, a 240Hz refresh rate, 1ms response time, AMD FreeSync Premium VRR support, and the ability to create up to 95% of the DCI-P3 color range.

More Prime Day 2025 graphics card and CPU deals

• AMD Ryzen 9 7900X: $300 (save $250 at Amazon): This AMD CPU features 12 cores and 24 threads for all the power and performance you need for high-end gaming, content creation, or multitasking in productivity programs.
• Zotac Extreme Infinity GeForce RTX 5070 Ti: $900 (save $100 at Newegg): Newegg has the newest RTX 50 Series graphics cards in stock, and right now you can save $200 on the Zotac RTX 5070 Ti.
• Asus Dual GeForce RTX 5060 Ti OC Edition: $430 (save $40 at Amazon): This Nvidia-based graphics card has 16GB of VRAM, a dual BIOS mode, and support for up to 4 displays.
• PowerColor Hellhound AMD Radeon RX 9070 XT: $750 (save $110 at Amazon): An AMD-based graphics card with 16GB of DDR6 VRAM, support for up to 4 displays, and a dual BIOS mode for silent operation when you need it.
• Asus TUF GeForce RTX 5070: $685 (save $55 at Amazon): Nvidia’s latest 50 Series graphics card offers 12GB of DDR7 VRAM, updated capacitors for better durability, and updated design for improved airflow.
• Intel Core Ultra 7 265K desktop CPU: $259 (save $145 at Amazon): This version of the Intel Core Ultra 7 CPU offers 20 threads and cores with a max speed of 5.5GHz when unlocked for all the power and performance you need for high-intensity gaming and content creation.
• XFX Radeon RX 7900XT: $647 (save $113 at Amazon): An AMD-based graphics card with 20GB of DDR6 VRAM, a base clock speed of 2400MHz, and support for up to 4 displays.

More Prime Day 2025 streaming and capture card deals

• NZXT Signal HD60 capture card: $60 (save $40 at Amazon): Record your gameplay in 1080p resolution for highlight reels and other short- and long-form video content.
• Elgato Stream Deck MK.2: $120 (save $30 at Amazon): This version of the Stream Deck features 15 buttons for infinite control possibilities while live streaming or using productivity software.
• Elgato HD60 X: $130 (save $50 at Amazon): Capture gameplay footage and other media in 4K or 1080p for creating highlight reels or a let’s play series.
• Elgato Stream Deck + XLR: $180 (save $120 at Amazon): A combination of the standard Elgato Stream Deck control panel and an XLR audio mixer for an all-in-one solution for streaming and recording podcasts.