Cyber Monday 2022 in Australia: the best tech deals still available after the big sale

Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3i | i5 / 16GB RAM / 512GB SSD / RTX 3050 | AU$1,699 AU$1,359 (save AU$340)

As an entry-level gaming laptop, this Lenovo offering (via Amazon AU) is pretty impressive. While its GeForce RTX 3050 GPU is one of Nvidia's most basic gaming-grade options, its other specs (particularly the 16GB of RAM and 512GB SSD) are better than what you'd normally find at this price point. The 15.6-inch display offers fast refresh rates, although colour are a little flat according to our colleagues at T3 and it's a bit on the heavy side at 3.2kg. While you can still save 20% off this laptop, it was cheaper during Amazon's Black Friday sales at only AU$1,099.

Gigabyte Aero 16 KE4 (i7 / RTX 3060 / 16GB RAM / 1TB SSD) | AU$3,779 AU$2,799 at PC Case Gear (save AU$980)
With an unconventional-but-beautiful 3,840 x 2,400 Samsung AMOLED display, this 16-inch Gigabyte laptop makes for a solid all-rounder for both entertainment and everyday tasks, with an Nvidia RTX 3060 to drive gaming alongside high-spec CPU, RAM and storage. That screen supports the DisplayHDR 500 standard, so both games and movies should look stunning.

Dell XPS 15 (9520) | i7 / 32GB / 1TB SSD / RTX 3050 Ti | AU$4,798.20 AU$3,598.20 at Dell (save AU$1,200)

Need more screen real estate on an XPS beauty? This 15-inch model even features an OLED display, so everything looks gorgeous. And to add to all that power is a dedicated RTX 3050 Ti GPU, so you can get some play in between all that work. And with a 25% discount, this is one heck of a buy.

Gigabyte Aero 16 YE5  | i9-12900HK / RTX 3080 Ti / 32GB RAM / 1TB SSD) | AU$7,399 AU$4,999 at Scorptec (save AU$2,400)

This is an extremely pricey piece of kit at full price, and while five grand is still a lot – even this highly specced – these Aeros really are impressive. Specs listed above aside, it's the UHD+ OLED display that does a lot of talking, especially given the 16-inch display size and ultra-thin bezels.

MSI Creator Z16 Hiroshi Fujiwara | i7 / 16GB RAM / RTX 3060 | AU$3,999 AU$2,699 at Mwave (save AU$1,300) 

This MSI special edition laptop comes with a good spec sheet, a unique style and a heck of a discount. An i7-11800H, 16GB of RAM and 1TB SSD with an RTX 3060Q make this one a powerful laptop for work or play. Its stunning 16:10 165Hz Mini LED display may be the highlight though.

MSI Creator Z16P B12UGST | i7 / 16GB RAM / RTX 3070 Ti | AU$4,999 AU$3,999 at Centre Com (save AU$1,000) 

The MSI Creator Z16P is a real stunner. It's got some powerful specs too, with a 12th Gen i7 processor, 16GB of DDR5 memory and a strong RTX 3070 Ti graphics card. It's a good option for creators or anyone that needs a powerful, portable, and beautifully built laptop.

MSI Vector GP66 12UGSO| i7 / 16GB RAM / RTX 3070 Ti | AU$3,499 AU$2,899 at Scorptec (save AU$600) 

This discounted MSI Katana GP66 comes with a powerful gaming spec. The 12th Gen i7 and RTX 3070 Ti combined with a 165Hz QHD IPS screen and lots of connectivity potential means all of the gaming boxes are ticked. At 2.38KG, it's backpack friendly too.

MSI Katana GF76 12UE| i7 / 16GB RAM / RTX 3060 | AU$2,699 AU$1,999 at Capitol Computer (save AU$700)

Sometimes, bigger really is better! This 17.3-inch MSI packs in a powerful 12th Gen i7-12700H processor with 16GB of RAM and a 1TB PCIe SSD. Its 144Hz IPS screen delivers an immersive gaming experience, and at under two grand, including an RTX 3060, it's great value too.

MSI Crosshair 15| i7 / 8GB RAM / RTX 3060 | AU$3,099 AU$2,324 at JB Hi-Fi (save AU$775) 

Save a decent AU$775 off of this MSI gaming laptop. The Crosshair 15 packs in a Core i7-12700H, add to that an RTX 3060 GPU and a 1TB SSD, and you've got yourself a machine with decent specs and unique aesthetic.

Gigabyte M32U | AU$1,149 AU$999 at Mwave (save AU$150)
If you're after a big monitor than can do both console gaming and PC use, this 4K (3,840 x 2,160) screen delivers 31.5-inches of real estate and impressively high-end specs. It's IPS panel ensures natural colours and also supports 10-bit HDR, while the 1ms response time and 144Hz refresh rate ensure games will be smooth and responsive. Plus, there's even a built-in KVM, so you can use your mouse and keyboard between different devices.

Asus ROG Falchion wireless mechanical gaming keyboard | AU$279 AU$139 at Mwave (save AU$140)

This Falchion keyboard is a great option if you're looking to enjoy the benefits of a wireless mechanical keyboard with a desk space saving size. It's got Cherry MX Brown switches, RGB lighting and a customizable touch panel on the side. And did we mention that it's half price over at Mwave?

Razer Basilisk X HyperSpeed wireless gaming mouse | AU$109.95 AU$49 on Amazon (save AU$60.95)

Amazon had knocked 65% off this ergonomic, wireless gaming mouse during Black Friday, but it has since jumped back up to AU$49. 55% off is still a good bargain on a mouse we gave 4.5/5 stars in our review back when it was first released in 2020. It's got an impressive battery life for a wireless clicker, and two connection options (Bluetooth and Razer's own HyperSpeed Wireless). The lowest price we've seen on this gaming mouse before now was AU$39, but we don't know when we'll see that price again.

Cooler Master MasterMouse CM110 gaming mouse | AU$39 AU$19 at Mwave (save AU$20)

It might not have all the bells and whistles of a more premium mouse, but it's got the important ones. And at just 19 dollary-doos over at Mwave, the Cooler Master CM110 is an absolute steal. It's got 3-zone RGB, adjustable DPI optical sensor and six buttons. Come on, it's $19!

Logitech MX Anywhere 3 (Pale Grey) | AU$129.95 AU$85 on Amazon (save AU$44.95)

This Logitech mouse is wireless, compact and can connect to multiple devices at once. Using either Bluetooth or a USB dongle, you can switch between your laptop, PC or iPad with a single button. We haven’t tested this exact mouse for ourselves, but we’re highlighting it here because this is the lowest price we’ve seen (and we are big fans of the Anywhere 2 that came before it).

Crucial P3 4TB PCIe 3.0 NVMe SSD | AU$579 AU$429 at Mwave (save AU$150)

It's tough to find a 4TB SATA SSD at this price, let alone an NVMe one. This Crucial 4TB PCIe 3.0 is a great option for a secondary drive or storing a big game library. It won't set speed records but at this price you won't find better.

AMD Ryzen 5 5600G CPU | AU$399 AU$199 on Mwave (save AU$200)

This AMD CPU is super affordable, making it a good option for those who want to game a little (particularly older games) or those that don't require a powerful and expensive graphics card. This deal from Mwave comes with a bundled cooler too.

Samsung T7 Portable SSD (1TB) | AU$209 AU$143 from Amazon (save AU$66)

The Samsung T7 is the #1 pick in our best portable SSD guide, and now you can get it with a 32% discount. It’s not the lowest price we’ve seen (that was AU$127) but this deal is inching fairly close. We like it for its super-fast data transfer speeds, and wide compatibility with PC, Mac, Android and gaming consoles.

Cooler Master HAF 500 ARGB white E-ATX case | AU$199 AU$150 at Mwave (save AU$49)

If you're planning on buying a big graphics card, you'll need a case to hold it and keep it cool. That's where this this Cooler Master case comes in – it includes dual 200mm intake fans perfect for a hot-running 2023 system. A well-built white case with ARGB always looks good too, and it's 25% off at Mwave.

Gigabyte GeForce GTX 1660 SUPER OC 6GB graphics card | AU$399 AU$329 at Mwave (save AU$70)

We might want a shiny new RTX 4090, but at over three grand, that's an instant pass for most. This GTX 1660 Super is a far more worldly option at $329. It's a good card for 1080p gaming and it might offer a surprising bump in performance if you're upgrading from a card from a few years back.

Bose QuietComfort 45 | AU$499 AU$339 on Amazon (save AU$160)

We hoped it would come and sure enough, the 21% saving we saw on this one a week ago has become a 32% saving thanks to Amazon's Black Friday sale on the Black and Smoke White colour options. Also available for AU$339 at JB Hi-Fi and The Good Guys. 

Sony WF-1000XM4 | AU$449 AU$289 at Kogan (save AU$160)

Sony's outstanding noise cancelling wireless earbuds are at their lowest price within the last year (albeit only just so). Not just adept at blocking out external sounds, Sony's wireless 'buds sound pretty fantastic too, so much so, we deemed them to be the best in-ear wireless headphones of 2021. The discount only applies to the black colour option.

Ultimate Ears Boom 3 | AU$229 AU$148 on Amazon (save AU$81)

The UE Boom 3 is an excellent party speaker, pumping out powerful sound for its deceptively small size. It’s also waterproof and dustproof with an IP67 rating, and can withstand some knocking about with its rugged design. If you want to blast your favourite tunes by the pool, you can currently pick one up for a 35% discount on Amazon.

Sony A80K Bravia XR 77-inch OLED TV | AU$6,995 AU$5,488 at JB Hi-Fi (save AU$1,507)

Comfortably one of the best mid-range OLED TVs on the market right now, the Sony A80K might not offer all of the premium features found in the truly top of the range TVs, but features enough to make the price solid value. That's especially true thanks to this Black Friday saving.

You'll also find savings on the A80K in other sizes:
Sony A80K 65-inch AU$3,795 AU$2,995 (save AU$800)
Sony A80K 55-inch AU$2,795 AU$2,595 (save AU$200)

Yamaha ATS-1090 | AU$349 AU$185 at Amazon (save AU$164)

An affordable home audio choice from a quality brand, the Yamaha ATS-1090 is an TV soundbar that offers half-decent performance at a seriously reduced price. While the ATS-1090 features built-in subwoofers for deep bass, its clarity of dialogue and vocals hasn’t been compromised, and a virtual surround-sound setting is also built in. A good option if you want to upgrade your TV sound but don’t have a lot of money to spend, the Yamaha ATS-1090 soundbar is now available for an impressive 47% off.

Samsung HW-Q990B Home Theatre System | AU$2,099 AU$1,225 at Appliance Central (save AU$874)

It's a little unfair to refer to this one as just a 'soundbar', despite it managing to find its way into our list of best soundbars. As you might expect at its price point, the Samsung HW-Q990B is a full home theatre solution with arguably the best high-end Dolby Atmos performance of any soundbar package on the market. And it lands a Black Friday saving of over AU$870.

Yamaha ATS-2090 Sound bar with Wireless Subwoofer | AU$499 AU$399 at Amazon (save AU$100)

Sneaking its way into our list of best soundbar options (under its other name, Yamaha YAS-209) is one of the very best surround sound solutions at its price point, with a big soundstage and added Alexa functionality seeing it double as both a soundbar and smart speaker in one. It had ht 50% off earlier on, but it has since risen back up to only 20% off. Still, that means you can grab one of the best soundbars available for under AU$400.

Sennheiser Ambeo Soundbar Max | AU$3,999.95 AU$3,190 at Amazon (save AU$809.95)

OK, we know this is a super expensive soundbar, but you're getting your money's worth here. Our colleagues over at What Hi-Fi? have given this a 5-star review and we trust them – they are the experts on all things audio after all! And that's despite its flaw of fussy positioning (its ports aren't the best placed), but beautiful sound with excellent 3D surround effects more than makes up for it.

Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Max | AU$99 AU$49 (save AU$50)

Amazon's higher-end streaming stick is back to its lowest price of AU$49 and we think it's worth it if you want to upgrade your old TV with the latest streaming tech. Ultra HD, HDR, HDR10+, Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos support... it's all here, with Wi-Fi 6 connectivity. And an Alexa voice remote is included in the box.

Amazon Fire TV Cube | AU$219 AU$159 at Amazon (save AU$60)

The Cube is Amazon's flagship streaming device – it's most powerful one that can make your 4K stream look crisper still.  This is a third-gen model but the first to come to Aussie shores, and it's just picked up its first discount. It connects to your TV via an HDMI cable – which you will need to buy separately – and houses all the streaming apps you might need. It's faster than the Fire TV Sticks, with Amazon promising less buffering when using the Cube.

LG 86-inch Nano86 NanoCell smart 4K TV | AU$4,250 AU$2,798 on Appliance Central (save AU$1,452)

Gamers, this one's for you. If you were looking for a capable 4K TV to pair with your next-gen console, boasting features such as variable refresh rate, 4K at 120Hz refresh rates and Auto Low-Latency Mode (ALLM), the LG Nano86 is a solid option. That's without considering this massive discount on the enormous 86-inch screen courtesy of Appliance Central.

LG 86-inch QNED80 4K QNED TV | AU$4,999 AU$3,980 on Appliance Central (save AU$1,019)

Simply put, the QNED80 is one of the better TVs on the market right now, with the α7 Gen5 AI processor giving it no shortage of grunt, including premium features perfect for next-gen gaming. Via Black Friday MVPs Appliance Central, you can save on this 86-inch model. If, however, you're lacking the space or the extra cash, you can also pick one of the other discounted QNED80 screens.

• 75-inch: AU$3,499 AU$2,780 (save AU$719)
• 65-inch: AU$2,499 AU$1,990 (save AU$509)

Xbox Series S 512GB Console | AU$499 AU$445.95 on Amazon (save AU$53.05)

There was a generous AU$100 off on this console during the official sale period, but the discount is no longer available anywhere. Although Amazon still has small discount, so if you missed out on this value-for-money console earlier, you could consider getting it now. There's no disc tray here, which might seem intimidating at first, but when you pair this next-gen console with an Xbox Game Pass subscription you unlock access to dozens of games for a monthly fee of little more than your Netflix subscription.

Logitech G G923 Trueforce Racing Wheel | AU$599 AU$435 at Amazon (save AU$164)

Having dropped to under AU$400 during Black Friday, the Logitech G G923 Trueforce Racing Wheel has since jumped back up in price to AU$435. That's still 27% off the originaly price of this immersive controller, so if you want to put the pedal to the metal, you still can for a little less.

NBA 2K23 (PS4) | AU$99.95 AU$41 at Amazon (save AU$58.95)

If you're an avid NBA fan, you know exactly what to expect from an NBA 2K game. The year changes, the rosters change and the graphics improve slightly, but the core source of enjoyment remains the same. If you're one of those who want to stay up to date with your digital hooping, this savings opportunity is for you if you own a PS4.

While there's option for the Nintendo Switch, it's available on other platforms:
• PS5: AU$119.95 AU$49 (save AU$70.95)
• Xbox One: AU$99.95 AU$44 (save AU$55.95)
• Xbox Series X | AU$119.95 AU$44 (save AU$75.95)

Dying Light 2 Stay Human (PS5) | AU$99.95 AU$39 at Amazon (save AU$60.95)

Keen to get your Zombie fix? The much anticipated, oft-delayed sequel to 2015's Dying Light arrived in February, and while it didn't quite manage to match the acclaim of the series' first entry it nonetheless is a good chance to scratch any Zombie killing itch you might have. With a 61% saving attached to this one, what is there to lose?

Metroid Dread (Switch) | AU$79.95 AU$45 on Amazon (save AU$34.95)

One of 2021’s most popular titles for the Switch can now be snapped up for AU$45. The game was previously down to AU$36, which was the lowest price we’d seen, but it’s since gone up a little. This one will take you about 9-13 hours to finish, depending on how much of the game you want to see and complete, and series fans yet to play it have their best opportunity to jump on with this handy saving.