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This 180 Hz IPS Asus gaming monitor is just $99 — 25-inch Tuf Gaming VG259Q3A returns to its all-time low
Not everyone can afford a fancy OLED gaming screen with bleeding-edge refresh rates, but that doesn't mean you can't get a good gaming experience without spending several hundred dollars. This 25-inch Tuf model (VG259Q3A) is back down to its lowest-ever price on Amazon, of $99 – a price we haven't seen since early January.
The Tuf VG259Q3A only rated to 250 nits of (typical) brightness, but brightness doesn't seem to be a common complaint among the 7,071 Amazon reviews. Multiple people describe the screen as bright. But regardless, 250 nits is fine for gaming, especially in a dimly lit room.
Despite this being a gaming monitor, Amazon says it also ships with three free months of Adobe Creative Cloud. That's not something that would make me consider this monitor over others, but it's still a pretty good value-add if you were considering paying for that service anyway. -- Matt Safford
Save $100 on a new PlayStation 5, thanks to Black Friday
This model comes with upgraded internals, featuring a significantly more powerful GPU, going from 36 Compute Units on the regular PS5s to 60 Compute Units on the Pro. You're also get a 2 TB SSD upgrade instead of 1 TB, along with Wi-Fi 7 support out of the box.
The end result? If you want the highest frame rates and the best graphics fidelity on a games console, the PS5 Pro is the best option. It also offers some potential for future proofing your performance in the latest games, especially with GTA VI on the way next year. With gaming PCs and laptops costing considerably more, $649 isn't a bad price to set yourself up for gaming at 4K. — Ben Stockton
Logitech's enduring G305 Lightspeed wireless gaming mouse falls to just $27
In our review of the G305 Lightspeed (way back in 2020), we praised the mouse for its sensor and reliable wireless connection, although the mouse can feel small in large hands. Some will find the lack of a rechargeable battery a pain point. But if you have rechargeable AA cells at the ready, being able to pop in a fresh battery and keep gaming in seconds is a convenience that you can't get with a mouse that needs a USB plug and a couple of hours to get its juice back.
And unlike most gaming mice, it's available in five colors. You'll have to pay a hefty 50 cents more, though, if you want a G305 in blue, pale purple, or bright minty green. -- Matt Safford
This $12 under-desk headphone hanger includes a 20W PD charger
Do-it-all devices that pull together disparate features often turn out to be junk. But it’s hard to discount a $15 device that combines an under-the-desk headset hanger / cable holder and a three-port 20W PD USB charging hub. Cozoo's device ships with both 3M tape and screws for mounting under your desk, as well as cable tie-downs to help make the setup as tidy as possible.
Mine has been stuck under my treadmill desk for over two years now using the 3M tape option and it shows no signs of falling off. Given the price (and the fact that we’ve never heard of the brand before), we wouldn’t expect the audio circuitry / cabling to be top-notch. But again, I've been using mine occasionally now for years, with no sign of any power issues. -- Matt Safford
Update your old PC to your modern router's capabilities with this $45 TP-Link WiFi 6E Intel AXE5400 NIC
For more about why you might (or might not) want to opt for the 6E version of this card over the cheaper, older Wi-Fi 6 model, see our explainer about the differences between the two standards. Of course, Wi-Fi 7 is the newest standard, but higher-end routers that support those features are still expensive, and most of your devices probably don't support Wi-Fi 7 yet, anyway. So you're unlikely to regret getting an "older" Wi-Fi 6 card anytime soon, especially at these reduced prices. -- Matt Safford
Grab 14TB of shuckable HDD storage for an all-time low $169
The WD Elements 14 measures 5.31 x 1.89 x 6.53 inches and weighs 0.9 pounds. Although it's not obnoxiously big or heavy, it's one of those external storage devices that'll probably spend more time on your desk than on the road. The device requires external power and must be connected to a wall outlet via an AC adapter.
The WD Elements 14 is ready to use immediately if you're a Windows PC user. If you're using macOS, you'll need to reformat it to a file system compatible with macOS. Western Digital provides a limited two-year warranty on the WD Elements 14TB, giving you extra peace of mind. — Zhiye Liu
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