Best Buy's Back to School sale is live — here's 25 deals I'd get on laptops, TVs, headphones and more
Shop the best laptops, headphones and more for your journey back to school
Whether you're a student or not, you'll want to take advantage of these Back to School Deals at Best Buy. This retailer is offering epic discounts on everything you need to make a smooth transition back to school, including laptops, tablets, headphones and more.
If you need a solid laptop for basic work, snag the Lenovo IdeaPad 1i for $329 at Best Buy. Its Intel Core i3-1215U processor and 8GB RAM won't challenge any of the specs of the best laptops, but it can handle everyday tasks like word processing and browsing the web.
Keep scrolling to see all my favorite deals from Best Buy's latest sale. For more ways to save, see our Best Buy coupon codes guide, and also check out the deals I'd get in Amazon's Hanes apparel sale from $6. There's also an Amazon sale on Thermos from $12 that's worth checking out.
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- Sony MDR-ZX310AP ZX Series: was $19 now $9
- Switch games: deals from $14
- Bella Pro Series 6 Quart Air Fryer: was $109 now $60
- TV sale: deals from $64
- Ninja Foodi Convection Toaster: was $289 now $159
- Appliance sale: deals from $179 [up to $500 gift card!]
- Insignia Adjustable Standing Desk: was $299 now $179
- Hisense 43" A6 4K TV: was $239 now $189
- Lenovo Ideapad 1i: was $499 now $329
- 11" iPad Pro (Wi-Fi/256GB): was $999 now $899
- HP Spectre 14" 2-in-1 Laptop: was $1,629 now $999
Editor's Picks
iPhone 15: up to $830 off w/ trade-in @ Best Buy
Best Buy's iPhone 15 deals will offer a credit of up to $830 with trade-in of an older phone. Otherwise, the retailer has the iPhone 15 family from $799. Note that the iPhone 16 is now up for grabs.
Sony MDR-ZX310AP ZX Series: was $19 now $9 @ Best Buy
Need a cheap pair of wired on-ear headphones? These Sony 'phones will do the trick. They're lightweight, sturdy and have 30mm drivers for bright, clear sound. And you don't need to take my word for it — these headphones have a 4.5 star rating based on over 16,000 reviews.
Price check: $9 @ Amazon
Switch games: deals from $14 @ Best Buy
From Luigi's Mansion 3 to EA FC24, Best Buy is taking from $10 to $20 off a small selection of games. (Most games are $20 off). The sale also includes Zelda, Assassin's Creed and more.
JLab Go Air Sport: was $29 now $19 @ Best Buy
Ideal for fitness fanatics, the JLab Go Air Sport are comfortable for long periods and secure thanks to the ear hook design. A 32-hour battery is very impressive, too, and there are three EQ settings to choose from.
Price check: $19 @ Target | $19 @ Amazon
Bella Pro Series 6 Quart Air Fryer: was $109 now $60 @ Best Buy
The Bella Pro Air Fryer comes with a 6-quart capacity, which is ideal for a small family. In addition, it has seven built-in cooking options that include air frying, baking roasting, broiling, and more. Its digital display makes it easy to use and there's an interior light that lets you check in on your meal without losing heat.
TV sale: deals from $64 @ Best Buy
Best Buy has smart TVs on sale for as low as $64. Keep in mind, the cheap TVs tend to be smaller 1080p models (which are more suitable for a kid's room or guest room). However, this sale also includes larger sets. These are among the cheapest TVs we've seen from Best Buy. By comparison, Amazon is offering a similar sale with prices from $64.
Price check: from $64 @ Amazon | from $74 @ Walmart
Ninja Professional Plus Blender w/ Auto-iQ: was $119 now $102 @ Best Buy
This full size Ninja blender is currently on sale and comes with all of the features you need to make everyday recipes. There are four speeds to choose from and it comes with three preset programs for smoothies, frozen drinks and ice cream. All of the detachable parts are dishwasher-safe and the jug has a large 72-ounce capacity.
Asus 14" Laptop: was $179 now $119 @ Best Buy
Good luck finding a Windows laptop cheaper than this. This Asus laptop sports a 14-inch display, 4GB memory and 64GB storage. It won't win any performance contests with these specs, but it's a fine laptop for basic tasks like browsing the web.
Ninja Foodi Convection Toaster: was $289 now $159 @ Best Buy
This 11-in-1 toaster oven can make any type of meal your family desires. It can air fry, griddle, roast, bake, broil, and even toast your food. Its XL capacity means it can fit up to 6 chicken breasts simultaneously and yet it's was made so that you can flip it up when not in use.
Fire Max 11 tablet: was $229 now $179 @ Best Buy
The Fire Max 11 tablet is the best Fire tablet you can buy. It has a bright 11-inch 2K (2000 x 1200) display, 2.2GHz octa-core Mediatek MT8188J CPU, 4GB RAM and 8MP cameras on the front and back. USB-C charging and a MicroSD card slot are also included. In our Fire Max 11 review we called it Amazon's new top-tier Fire tablet.
Appliance sale: deals from $179 @ Best Buy
Up to $500 gift card! Best Buy is taking up to 50% off select small and large appliances. After discount, prices start as low as $179. Plus, select items are eligible to receive up to a $500 Best Buy eGift card for free. The sale includes brands such as Ninja, Instant Pot, Samsung, LG, and more.
Insignia Adjustable Standing Desk: was $299 now $179 @ Best Buy
For less than $200, you get a good amount for your money with this standing desk. It can easily be adjusted from a sitting to a standing position, and can hold up to 110 lbs. Grab it while it's still on offer.
Hisense 43" A6 4K TV: was $239 now $189 @ Best Buy
The Hisense A6 TV is a Best Buy exclusive. It features Dolby Vision/HDR10/HLG support, built-on Alexa/Google Assistant voice assistants, and three HDMI ports. It uses Google TV as its operating systems and works with Chromecast and Apple AirPlay.
Sennheiser Momentum 4 Wireless: was $349 now $249 @ Best Buy
The Sennheiser Momentum 4 headphones bring true immersion to your ears via excellent active noise cancellation and comfort. They're equipped with a 42mm transducer system and aptX Adaptive to make any audiophile blush in wonder, plus a 60 hour battery life is truly hard to pass up. In our Sennheiser Momentum 4 review, we said the Editor's Choice headphones offer great sound and industry-leading battery life.
Price check: $249 @ Amazon
Beats Studio Pro: was $349 now $249 @ Best Buy
The Beats Studio Pro are specifically designed to bring back that thumping bass Beats is known for. They offer improved active noise cancelation and boosted battery life (up to 40 hours with ANC turned off). There's also Spatial Audio support and Beats' signature strong brand look. However, our Beats Studio Pro review found the clamping force high, which may affect comfort levels for some wearers. Note: these have sold for as low as $179 in the past.
Price check: $249 @ Walmart | $249 @ Amazon
Dyson Cool Tower Fan AM07: was $369 now $299 @ Best Buy
Dyson is naturally a more expensive option in terms of fans, but you can still get it at a discount. The AM07 model allows you to cool as well as purify the air in your home. With 10 fan speeds, there’s ample control, plus you’ve got the option to oscillate, or set a timer from 15 minutes up to 9 hours. The magnetized remote control fits neatly on the top of the device, and it’s recommended for up to 800 sq ft.
Lenovo Ideapad 1i: was $499 now $329 @ Best Buy
The Lenovo Ideapad 1i is on sale for $329 at Best Buy. This laptop features an Intel Core i3-1215U CPU with 8GB memory and a 256GB SSD. You also get a 15.6-inch FHS touch display and Intel Iris Xe graphics. While it's not a powerhouse, this laptop should handle everyday browsing and streaming with ease.
Hisense 55" U6N Mini-LED 4K TV: was $599 now $448 @ Best Buy
This new budget-friendly TV from Hisense could take the crown for the best value TV in 2024. As the successor to the U6K, it delivers a Mini-LED display with great color and contrast at an incredible price. It comes with Dolby Vision, HDR 10+, HDR 10 and HLG support, a 60Hz refresh rate and Chromecast/Apple AirPlay.
Price check: $448 @ Amazon
Garmin Forerunner 965: was $599 now $499 @ Best Buy
The Garmin Forerunner 965 is an AMOLED watch that offers all of Garmin’s best sports tracking, navigation and smart features in a lightweight, attractive package. It’s now reduced by $100, meaning it’s a great option for serious runners and triathletes thanks to the extensive training analysis you get on the watch.
Price check: $499 @ Amazon
11" iPad Pro (Wi-Fi/256GB): was $999 now $899 @ Best Buy
The latest iPad Pro is one of the thinnest and most powerful iPads Apple has ever made, thanks to an all-new M4 chip. This new iPad Pro is just 0.21 inches thick (the thinnest yet), and weighs roughly a pound. It also boasts an Ultra Retina XDR display and 12MP camera.
Price check: $899 @ Amazon
Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra: was $1,199 now $1,049 @ Best Buy
The Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra is on sale with $150 off. It's the most powerful Android tablet you can get your hands on right now, equipped with Qualcomm's Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chip, 12GB of RAM and 512GB of storage space. It also has a 12MP front camera, a 13MP rear camera, and a beautiful 14.6-inch AMOLED display.
HP Spectre 14" 2-in-1 Laptop: was $1,629 now $999 @ Best Buy
This powerful 2-in-1 laptop is built for productivity. It comes with a 14-inch 2880 x 1800 OLED touch display, an Intel Core Ultra 7 Series 1 Evo Edition CPU, 16GB RAM and a 1TB SSD. It's extremely portable, coming in at just 3.19 lbs. Plus, its slick Nightfall Black color scheme looks awesome.
TCL 98" Q6 4K QLED TV: was $2,999 now $1,999 @ Best Buy
The TCL Q6 QLED TV is a stacked display released earlier this year. It features quantum dot technology built on a 120Hz panel that can boost up to 144Hz VRR for big-screen gaming like no other. Game Accelerator also lets you bump that up even further, hitting 240 VRR for ultra-fast gaming responses that will sound just as good thanks to a built-in subwoofer.
Sony 77" Bravia 8 4K OLED TV: was $3,899 now $2,998 @ Best Buy
The Bravia 8 is the only new OLED TV that Sony is set to release this year and it invites some incredible upgrades to make itself stand out in the company's Mini-LED range. With a 120Hz refresh rate, two HDMI 2.1 inputs and a 50W speaker system, the Bravia 8 makes itself known as an enticing new option among OLED TVs. Note: Amazon has it for $1 less.
Price check: $2,998 @ Amazon
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Millie is a Deals writer at Tom's Guide specializing in deals content. She also covers the latest tech news and and creates how-to articles about everything from phones, streaming devices, and headphones to apps and video games. In her spare time, she enjoys reading, gaming on her Nintendo Switch and creating digital art.