Huge Best Buy weekend sale — save on Pixel 7a, 4K TVs, more
Best Buy's weekend sale has TVs from $79
Best Buy's three-day weekend sale may have ended, but the retailer has extended some deals into the new week. While these sales tend to be overhyped by retailers, I've found that they oftentimes include hidden deals that could be worth your time. Additionally, now that the first Memorial Day sales of the season are starting to surface, Best Buy is being extra aggressive with its weekend deals.
So I've combed through the list of deals still available and I'm highlighting my personal picks below. I've been covering retail deals for over a decade, so I can spot an "everyday sale" from a really good price drop. So whether you need a new TV, coffee machine, or headphones, here are the deals I recommend you check out. For more ways to save, read our guide to this week's Best Buy coupon codes.
Best Buy weekend sale — Quick links
- Headphones: Bose, Apple, Sony from $99
- Kitchen appliances: air fryers, blenders, from $19
- Laptops: up to $500 off the latest laptops
- PC gaming: save on gaming monitors, laptops, accessories
- Phones: $50 off Pixel 7a w/ $50 gift card, up to $1,000 off Galaxy S23
- Smart TVs: deals from $79
- Smart watches: save on Apple Watch, Fitbit, Garmin
- Tablets: Android tablets, iPads up to $300 off
- Toys: up to 50% off Barbie, Hot Wheels, Fisher-Price
- Vacuums: deals from $179
- Video games: Xbox Series X and PS5 games for as low as $19
TVs
Smart TV sale: deals from $79 @ Best Buy
Best Buy has one of the most epic deals of all time. The retailer has TVs on sale for as low as $79. Keep in mind, the cheap TVs tend to be smaller, 720p models (which are more suitable for a children's room or guest room). However, the sale also includes larger 4K sets.
Insignia 43" F30 4K Fire TV: was $299 now $199 @ Best Buy
The Insignia F30 is one of the cheapest 4K TVs you can get. In our Insignia F30 Fire TV review, we called it one of the best bargain TVs around. This 4K TV features HDR10 support, DTS Studio Sound, an Alexa-enabled voice remote, and three HDMI 2.1 ports. Plus, as a Fire TV, you've got easy access to all the streaming apps you could want.
Toshiba 65" 4K Fire TV: was $599 now $379 @ Best Buy
The Toshiba Fire TV is the perfect smart TV for anyone who wants a modern TV on a small budget. It supports Dolby Vision, HDR, and HDR10 content as well as DTS Virtual: X audio. In our Toshiba C350 Fire TV review, we said its color accuracy, low lag time, and responsive Fire TV operating system make it a great value for budget shoppers.
LG 75" 4K TV: was $899 now $779 @ Best Buy
The LG UQ9000 is a big-screen TV packed with some of today's best tech. You get HDR 10/HLG support, built-in Google Assistant and Amazon Alexa, Apple AirPlay 2 support, and a voice remote. The panel has a 60Hz refresh rate and the TV includes three HDMI ports.
Sony 65" X85K 4K TV: was $1,099 now $899 @ Best Buy
This midrange Sony TV is a great 4K model. As a Google TV, it gives you instant access to all the best streaming services, as well as HDR and Dolby Vision features. It's also designed to take advantage of PlayStation consoles with exclusive features that will improve picture quality when gaming. This 65-inch Sony 4K TV is currently $200 off at Best Buy.
LG C2 48" OLED 4K TV: was $1,099 now $1,049 @ Best Buy
We named this stunning television the best TV of 2022. It combines exceptional picture-quality with a slick design. It's also ideal for gamers with a 120Hz refresh rate and offers all easy access to all the streaming services you could need. All sizes are on sale, but the 48-inch model just got an additional price cut in cart. The 55-inch model is on sale for $1,199, although it's been $200 cheaper in the past.
Samsung Freestyle Projector: was $799 now $599 @ Best Buy
Why settle for a 75-inch TV when you can use this projector on up to a 100-inch surface. The Samsung Freestyle is a 1080p portable projector. The 1.8-pound projector is light enough to toss in a backpack and can project onto a variety of different surfaces from 30 to 100 inches. It features 360-degree sound and lets you summon Alexa or Bixby via its built-in smart assistant support.
Smartphones
Google Pixel 7a: was $499 now $449 @ Best Buy
Free $50 gift card! Best Buy is knocking $50 off all Pixel 7a purchases. (You'll need to activate your phone during checkout to get this deal). Additionally, you'll get a free $50 Best Buy gift card for with your phone purchase. The phone features a 6.1-inch OLED (2400 x 1080) 90Hz display, Tensor G2 CPU, 8GB of RAM, and 128GB of storage. You also get a
64MP (f/1.89) main camera lens, 13MP (f/2.2) ultrawide lens, and a 13MP (f/2.2) front camera. In our Google Pixel 7a review, we said Google's new phone offers the most premium features out of any budget phone for your money.
Galaxy S22 Ultra: was $1,199 now $799 @ Best Buy
It's no longer Samsung's flagship, but the S22 Ultra is still an amazing phone. In our Galaxy S22 Ultra review, we said the Editor's Choice phone is easily the most powerful and versatile Android phone this side of a foldable. It features the best display we've tested in a phone and Samsung's much improved cameras, which are great in low light. The battery life could be better (10:18 in our tests), but overall this is a smartphone worthy of of its Ultra moniker.
Google Pixel 7 Pro: was $899 now $749 @ Best Buy
The Pixel 7 Pro features a stunning 6.7-inch QHD display with a 120Hz refresh rate, some of the best cameras we've ever tested — including a 5x telephoto zoom — and Google's very best software tricks that you can't get on any other Android. In our Pixel 7 Pro review, we called the Editor's Choice phone Google's best phone ever.
Headphones
Samsung Galaxy Buds Live: was $149 now $109 @ Best Buy
The Samsung Galaxy Buds Live offer active noise cancellation, touch controls, and great sound for their price. In our Samsung Galaxy Buds Live review, we called them an impressive pair of wireless earbuds that make a great alternative to Apple's base AirPods and Google's Pixel Buds 2. Just note that their ANC isn't the best we've tested and they won't be able to filter out street noise. Otherwise, you get plenty of customization thanks to the linked app and strong battery life to keep the music going all day long.
Samsung Galaxy Buds 2: was $149 now $109 @ Best Buy
The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 offer customizable sound, good ANC, and a comfortable fit. They’ve also got great functionality with the Galaxy Wearable app and wireless charging. They charge super fast, and can be topped off using PowerShare when they're running low on battery. In our Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 review we said they offer plenty of functionality at an attainable price with sound that's both versatile and vibrant.
Sony WF-1000XM4 Wireless Earbuds: were $279 now $199 @ Best Buy
If you own an Android phone, the Sony WF-1000XM4 are the best noise cancelling earbuds you can buy — yes, even better than the Google Pixel Buds Pro and AirPods Pro 2. That's because the 1000XM4 offer HD music upscaling using Sony's proprietary DSEE Extreme upscaler and offer some of the best active noise-cancellation in any true wireless earbuds. The 8-hour battery life is enough to get you through the day, plus the extra 16 hours of charge in the case means you can go a few days before recharging.
Appliances
Bella Pro Series 4qt Air Fryer: was $59 now $39 @ Best Buy
Air Fryers are becoming an essential kitchen gadget. Not only are air fryers easy to use, throwing food into what's essentially a super-fast heating compact convection oven makes it far more convenient than waiting for a standard oven to pre-heat. The Bella Pro Series Air Fryer has excellent reviews at Best Buy, and at a 4.2-qt capacity, you can load it up with lots of healthy chicken strips or French fries. It's perfect for a household of 4 to 6 people.
Ninja AF101 Air Fryer: was $119 now $89 @ Best Buy
The Ninja AF101 Air Fryer comes with a four-quart capacity which is ideal to cook for a small family. In addition, it can roast, reheat, and dehydrate delicious meals in less time. It has a non-stick basket and crisper plate that can hold up to 2 lbs of French fries or other tasty foods with ease. With a handy digital display, it’s easy to use at just a touch of a button. Designed to be lightweight and easy to clean, removable parts are dishwasher safe.
Ninja Hot and Cold Brewed System: was $199 now $149 @ Best Buy
Expand your repertoire of specialist coffees and teas with this all-in-one Ninja. It can brew a range of coffee drinks and also includes cold brew settings. In our Ninja Hot and Cold Brewed System review, we said coffee and tea lovers will appreciate the flexibility of being able to make their beverages as simple or fancy as they want right from the comforts of home.
Ecovacs Deebot T8 Plus: was $749 now $524 @ Best Buy
The Deebot T8 Plus is a vacuum cleaner than can do it all. In addition to its vacuuming and mopping capabilities, this smart vac can create a virtual map of your home with unlimited virtual boundaries. It can also empty its dustbin into a disposable dust bag and last for up to three hours on a single charge. It's a generous $225 off right now at Best Buy.
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As deals editor-in-chief at Tom’s Guide, Louis is constantly looking for ways to avoid paying full price for the latest gadgets, appliances, and apparel. With over 10 years of deals-hunting experience, Louis price checks against multiple retailers and searches high and low for the best deals to bring readers. He's also always on the look out for the best coupon codes to use when shopping. A born-and-bred New Yorker, Louis is also an avid swimmer and marathoner. His work has appeared on Gizmodo, CNET, and Time Out New York.