It's time to upgrade — I've found 22 deals at Best Buy that save you up to $1,000 on TVs, laptops, and more

Collage of tech from the Best Buy sale, including an LG OLED TV, Lenovo laptop, Apple AirPods, Bose headphones, ibuypower PC and Galaxy S26 Ultra
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We've all got some old tech lying around that we don't use anymore, or at least one ageing device that we know we should upgrade sooner rather than later. Well, the latest 'Ultimate Upgrade Sale' that just started at Best Buy may finally push you to make the swap, as it features big savings and significant trade-in rebates on phones, laptops, games consoles, and more.

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My 22 top picks from this week's Best Buy sale

Bose QuietComfort Headphones
Bose QuietComfort Headphones: was $359 now $199 at Best Buy

If you want affordable over-ears that don't compromise on quality then consider these Bose QuietComfort Headphones. I've been using a pair for a long time now and rate them highly. As with the Ultra version, you get impressive noise cancellation, top-tier audio quality and 24 hours of battery life but in a much more affordable package.

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LG 48-inch B5 OLED 4K Smart TV
LG 48-inch B5 OLED 4K Smart TV: was $1,299.99 now $599.99 at Best Buy

Best Buy has slashed a whopping $700 off LG's 48-inch B5 OLED TV, bringing the price down to $599.99. Released as the successor to the popular B4 OLED, the LG B5 is on track to be the best budget OLED TV on the market. The 48-inch display delivers an exceptional picture with brilliant colors and sharp contrast. You also get excellent gaming features, thanks to the four HDMI 2.1 ports.

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Lenovo IdeaPad 1
Lenovo IdeaPad 1: was $529.99 now $299.99 at Best Buy

Display - 15.6 inches
Processor - AMD Ryzen 5
RAM - 8GB
Storage - 256GB

One of the best cheap laptops in Best Buy's current batch of offers is this Lenovo IdeaPad 1 with an AMD Ryzen 5 processor, 8GB of RAM and a reasonable 256GB SSD. These all work together to ensure good overall performance and enough essential speedy storage for the price. It's an older machine, but I still recommend it now if you're on a budget and need a laptop for general everyday use, admin tasks, light work, or schoolwork.

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Apple AirPods Pro 3
Apple AirPods Pro 3: was $249 now $199.99 at Best Buy

Apple's newest premium buds feature improved Active Noise Cancellation, outstanding audio, a comfortable in-ear design, and new features such as live translation and heart-rate tracking. These do-it-all buds really are 100% flagship audio and the noise-cancelling quality is outstanding. Today's deal is the best price you can find on Apple's newest AirPods, and a return to the record-low Black Friday price we saw at the end of last year.

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Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Max
Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Max: was $59.99 now $39.99 at Best Buy

The newest version of Amazon's premium streaming device, the Fire TV Stick 4K Max, streams the same content in the same quality as the standard 4K version, but the extra power inside means you get faster performance when navigating apps and searching for shows. Plus, it uses WiFi 6E technology to give you a more stable and consistent streaming experience over the majority of built-in TV services and apps.

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iBuyPower Slate Gaming Desktop PC
iBuyPower Slate Gaming Desktop PC: was $1,499.99 now $1,299.99 at Best Buy

With component prices skyrocketing, it's currently easier and more affordable to go with a pre-built PC. This iBuyPower model from the Best Buy sale stands out as a solid mid-range option to me. It boasts an Intel Core i7 processor, an RTX 5060, 32GB of RAM and 1TB of speedy NVMe storage. That's all you could want for your gaming needs in 1080p or higher with most titles.

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Asus CX14 Chromebook Plus
Asus CX14 Chromebook Plus: was $429 now $259 at Best Buy

Display - 14 inches
Processor - Intel Core 3
RAM - 8GB
Storage - 128GB

This Asus Chromebook Plus is great value for money if you need a basic everyday device but don't want to compromise too heavily on performance like you would with a sub-$200 laptop. An Intel Core 3 processor and 8GB of RAM is a decent pairing with the lightweight ChromeOS, so it's capable of general tasks and light use, such as web browsing, sending emails, word processing and watching videos. Just be aware it's missing some advanced features of a Windows machine and has limited storage, but benefits include better performance with cheaper components and excellent battery life.

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Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra: was $1,299.99 now $1,099.99 at Best Buy

The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is smartly made with a bunch of features you expect to see and some neat surprises. Its AI tools are genuinely useful, it has a gorgeous 6.9-inch AMOLED screen, and a string of camera lenses, including a 200MP camera and 50MP ultra wide lens. It also has great battery life and recharges quickly. Looking stylish with an S Pen stylus and 256GB of storage included, it’s a great all-rounder phone.

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Anker  20,000mAh Power Bank
Anker 20,000mAh Power Bank: was $49.99 now $39.99 at Best Buy

Anker is one of the best power bank manufacturers out there as it makes straightforward and capable products at reasonable prices. Take this 20,000mAh Power Bank, for example, which is now at a great price in the Best Buy weekend sale. This high-capacity model is ideal for a variety of devices while on-the-go, including phones, tablets, earbuds and laptops. The multiple ports mean you can charge a couple of devices at once if you need, too.

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Apple iPad 11-inch (A16, 2025)
Apple iPad 11-inch (A16, 2025): was £349 now £299 at Best Buy

Apple's latest base iPad is on sale for $299 right now. The most significant upgrade for this model versus the previous generation is the newer A16 chip for faster performance, but you'll also get double the storage as standard (128GB instead of 64GB). Other features include a sharp 11-inch Liquid Retina display and solid 12MP front and back cameras, which make this the best iPad for most general users.

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JLab Go Air Pop
JLab Go Air Pop: was $26.99 now $14.99 at Best Buy

Small yet packing key features, the JLab Go Air Pop are incredibly cheap for what they offer. There’s a long battery life of over eight hours per earbud while the charging case adds an extra 24 hours. On-ear controls are reliable, while they sound better than anything else in this price range. If you’re on a tight budget, you won’t miss out much here.

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TCL F35 Series 43-inch 4K Fire TV
TCL F35 Series 43-inch 4K Fire TV: was $249.99 now $139.99 at Best Buy

This small and budget-friendly 43-inch TV from TCL supports high-quality 4K HD resolution, has smart capabilities with the Fire operating system, and a voice remote with hands-free Alexa controls. I've picked out this size in particular as it's a super-low price for the already affordable display. All this for under $150 is an incredible offer for a no-frills TV of this size for a small space or a bedroom.

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HP Chromebook 14
HP Chromebook 14: was $329 now $149 at Best Buy

Display: 15.6 inches
Processor: Intel Celeron N4500
RAM: 4GB
Storage: 64GB

This super-cheap HP Chromebook is a very basic device that's best suited to light use and schoolwork, but it's a bargain at this low price from Best Buy. The lean ChromeOS operating system gets more from low-end components, but it relies on you using more web-based applications such as Google Docs. And while it will struggle with anything beyond basic tasks, this also ensures exceptional all-day battery life, making it a strong portable option at a very affordable price.

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Sony WH-1000XM5 Wireless Headphones
Sony WH-1000XM5 Wireless Headphones: was $399.99 now $248 at Best Buy

These headphones may have been superseded by the excellent XM6s, but the Sony WH-1000XM5s remain a top option when it comes to noise-canceling cans — and are an even better buy at this discounted price. You can check out our review of the Sony WH-1000XM5 to get all the details, but the main points we love are the fantastic ANC, superior comfort, and top-tier sound quality.

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LG 65-Inch C5 OLED TV
LG 65-Inch C5 OLED TV: was $2,699.99 now $1,399.99 at Best Buy

The LG C5 OLED is TechRadar's best-rated TV, and Best Buy has the 65-inch model on sale for $1,399.99, thanks to a whopping $1,300 discount. The five-star OLED display delivers an outstanding picture thanks to LG's Alpha 9 AI processor Gen8, impressive gaming features, and a comprehensive smart platform featuring all-new AI capabilities.

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Apple AirTag 4 Pack
Apple AirTag 4 Pack: was $99 now $59.99 at Best Buy

The best-selling Apple AirTag is on sale for $59.99 in the latest Best Buy sale. A great way to keep track of a child's backpack or luggage, the AirTag can be attached to anything you don't want to lose, and your iPhone will locate it.

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Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3
Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3: was $749.99 now $529.99 at Best Buy

Display - 15.6 inches
Processor - AMD Ryzen 7
RAM - 16GB
Storage - 512GB

This Lenovo laptop stands out from all of the current offers at Best Buy as it's a solid mid-range device at a reasonable price. That's mainly thanks to the AMD Ryzen 7 processor and 16GB of RAM, which are a good pairing for most everyday work tasks and general use. I'm a little disappointed with the 512GB of storage, but I guess it's enough for essential files and applications. Overall, this is still a good middle-of-the-road laptop.

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Samsung U7900 75-inch 4K TV
Samsung U7900 75-inch 4K TV: was $649.99 now $449.99 at Best Buy

If you're looking for a big-screen budget display, Best Buy has this 75-inch 4K TV on sale for $449.99. It won't rival the premium QLED and OLED displays, but this entry-level TV from Samsung still packs a solid 'Crystal' UHD 4K processor, the easy-to-use Tizen operating system, and full HDR support all for under $450. That's good value for money if you need a straightforward but capable display for your everyday viewing and media streaming.

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Apple AirPods Max (USB-C)
Apple AirPods Max (USB-C): was $549 now $449.99 at Best Buy

The AirPods Max use an Apple-designed dynamic driver to provide high-fidelity audio – and they sound fantastic for it. Exceptional active noise cancellation, personalized Spatial Audio, and Dolby Atmos support all reinforce that. They feel good on your head as well, thanks to the knit-mesh canopy and memory foam ear cushions, so you can easily wear them for the full 20 hours of battery life if you ever want or need to.

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Insignia F50 Series 55-inch 4K Fire TV
Insignia F50 Series 55-inch 4K Fire TV: was $349.99 now $199.99 at Best Buy

This large and budget-friendly 55-inch TV from Insignia supports high-quality 4K HD resolution, has smart capabilities with the Fire operating system, and a voice remote with hands-free Alexa controls. I've picked out this size in particular as it's a great low price for the already affordable display. All this for under $200 is a solid offer for a no-frills TV of this size.

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Samsung Galaxy Tab A9 Plus
Samsung Galaxy Tab A9 Plus: was $219.99 now $159.99 at Best Buy

This price cut on this 64GB version of the entry-level Samsung Galaxy Tab A9 Plus drops it comfortably under $200. It's a reasonable buy if you need a straightforward tablet for general use, such as web browsing and watching videos. You get a responsive 10.9-inch display, quad speakers with Dolby Atmos support for improved audio and a slick design all for a super-low price.

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TCL QM6K 85-inch 4K Mini-LED TV
TCL QM6K 85-inch 4K Mini-LED TV: was $1,999.99 now $1,099.99 at Best Buy

The TCL QM6K delivers excellent value, with bright mini-LED and contrast-rich pictures for the money, plus a packed suite of gaming features including 4K 144Hz, VRR, and Dolby Vision gaming. It's our pick for the best cheap big-screen TV, and this deal from Best Buy knocks a whopping $900 off the massive 85-inch version.

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James Pickard
Senior Deals Editor

James Pickard is a Deals Editor at TechRadar. After many years of scouring the net for the cheapest games and tech for his personal use, he decided to make it his job to share all the best bargains and coupon codes with you. James also has almost a decade of experience covering some of the biggest sales events of the year at Eurogamer and VG247, including Black Friday, Cyber Monday and Amazon Prime Day. When not deals hunting or stacking coupon codes to get the biggest savings, James can be found on the PS5, watching a classic film noir or cheering on the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

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