Best PC gaming deals in April 2025

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Great PC gaming deals are everywhere once you know where to look. Whether you're looking to pick up some of the best PC titles or a new gaming rig, we've taken the pain out of searching for you.

We here at Tom's Guide know a great PC gaming deal when we see one, and we've been reviewing the best gaming PCs and best gaming laptops to help you find the products you want at the best prices.

Good deals don't stick around for long — especially when they're on big brands such as ASUS, Dell, Alienware, so make sure to act fast. (For more ways to save, check out our guides to the best Acer promo codes, Dell coupons, and HP coupon codes).

PC gaming desktop deals

Acer Nitro 50 (RTX 4060)
Acer Nitro 50 (RTX 4060): was $1,099 now $1,039 at Amazon

Buying your first desktop PC is an expensive affair, but this deal can help slightly with a significant discount. For this price, you can pick up a pre-built iBuyPower PC decked out with an AMD Ryzen 7 5700 CPU, a Nvidia RTX 4060 GPU, 16GB of RAM and 1TB of storage. This deal comes with a wired keyboard and mouse as well, so you won't have to shell out extra cash for at least two peripherals.

Asus ROG Strix G16CH Gaming Desktop PC
Asus ROG Strix G16CH Gaming Desktop PC: was $1,899 now $1,049 at Newegg

This Asus gaming PC has what it takes to play the latest high-end PC games, and then some. With an Intel Core i7-14700F CPU, RTX 4070 GPU, 16GB of DDR5 RAM and 1TB for storage, this desktop is made to breeze through demanding tasks. Plus, it comes with Windows 11 Pro for business and power users.

Geekom GT1 Mega Mini PC
Geekom GT1 Mega Mini PC: was $1,299 now $989 at Amazon

From heavier workloads and casual gaming to replacing your streaming box with a full-blown computer, the Geekom G1 Mega Mini PC is ideal. Its combo of Intel Core Ultra 9 185H CPU, 32GB DDR5 RAM and a 2TB SSD stacks this for hard work and entertainment — all within its 5.3 x 5.2-inch build. It earned a 4-star rating in our Megamini G1 Gaming PC review.

iBuyPower Trace 7 Mesh
iBuyPower Trace 7 Mesh: was $1,299 now $1,099 at Best Buy

Buying your first desktop PC is an expensive affair, but this deal can help slightly with a significant discount. For this price, you can pick up a pre-built iBuyPower PC decked out with an AMD Ryzen 7 5700 CPU, a Nvidia RTX 4060 GPU, 16GB of RAM and 1TB of storage. This deal comes with a wired keyboard and mouse as well, so you won't have to shell out extra cash for at least two peripherals.

Alienware R16: was $3,999 now $3,599 @ Dell

Alienware R16: was $3,999 now $3,599 @ Dell
We rate the Alienware R16 as the best mid-range gaming PC. In our Alienware Aurora R16 review we praised this machine's design, due to it being both elegant and compact. It also delivered excellent performance, kept cool and never got too loud.

MSI  Codex R2 (RTX 4060Ti)
MSI Codex R2 (RTX 4060Ti): was $1,399 now $1,049 at Newegg

The MSI Codex R2 is a solid mid-range gaming rig that’s well equipped to deliver speedy frame rates in modern titles at both 1080p and 1440p. This desktop packs in Nvidia’s RTX 4060 GPU, a 14 Gen Intel Core i7 14700F processor, 32GB of DDR5 RAM and a 2TB PCIe SSD.

PC gaming laptop deals

Alienware x16 R2 Gaming Laptop
Alienware x16 R2 Gaming Laptop: was $2,699 now $1,999 at Dell

Dell is slashing the price of Alienware's x16 R2 gaming laptop. This one comes well-equipped with an Intel Core Ultra 9 185H processor, an Nvidia GeForce RTX 4070 GPU, 32GB of RAM, and 1TB SSD. Games will look and feel fantastic to play thanks to its 16-inch FHD+, 480Hz display as well.

Acer Nitro V
Acer Nitro V: was $779 now $734 at Amazon

The Acer Nitro V packs in some decent, if ageing components that makes the laptop a compelling prospect for gamers on a budget. Specs-wise, it squeezes a lot into its chunky chassis, including an Nvidia RTX 4050 GPU, a Gen 13 Intel Core i5-11400H CPU, 8GB of memory and a 512GB NVMe SSD.

MSI Katana 15
MSI Katana 15: was $1,599 now $1,279 at Amazon

An RTX 4070 laptop at this price is a great find. MSI's 15-inch laptop not only comes with Team Green's brilliant GPU, you also get a Gen 13 Core i7 CPU, 16GB of RAM and a FHD (1920 x 1080) screen with a speedy 144Hz refresh rate.

Acer Predator Triton 14
Acer Predator Triton 14: was $1,999 now $1,419 at Amazon

You don't see deals that are quite this sweet too often. A huge saving on a gaming laptop that houses an RTX 4070 GPU is unbelievably tempting, and that’s before you throw in Intel’s impressive i7-13700H CPU, 16GB of RAM, a 1TB SSD, and a mini-LED display with a 250Hz refresh rate.

Handheld gaming PC deals

Valve Steam Deck (256GB): $399 @ Steam Store

Valve Steam Deck (256GB): $399 @ Steam Store
The 256GB Steam Deck is now available for $399. This is the cheapest model. Our Steam Deck review said this is one of the finest handhelds ever made. It's comfortable to hold, and has a sharp 7-inch LED display that makes gaming a joy. It also has great sound thanks to its strong speakers. The Deck isn't compatible with all Steam games, and its battery life could be better, but otherwise this is a great device.

Steam Deck OLED: $549 @ Steam Store

Steam Deck OLED: $549 @ Steam Store
Our Steam Deck OLED review said this device is an excellent improvement over the original model. Its 7.4-inch OLED display is the most obvious upgrade, and it doesn't disappoint, delivering truly stunning visuals with gorgeous contrast and colors. It's also lighter and has support for Wi-Fi 6. The Steam Deck OLED is one of the best handheld gaming consoles you can buy.

Asus ROG Ally X: $799 @ Best BuyUp to $160 off with trade-in!

Asus ROG Ally X: $799 @ Best Buy
Up to $160 off with trade-in! The Asus ROG Ally X sports several marked improvements over the original ROG Ally. You get better ergonomics, a gigantic 80Wh battery, and a vast increase in on-board RAM and storage. In our Asus ROG Ally X review, we said this is the best Windows gaming handheld you can buy.

PC gaming monitor deals

Arzopa M3RC 32-inch 4K gaming montior
Arzopa M3RC 32-inch 4K gaming montior: was $399 now $299 at Amazon

This 32-inch, 4K monitor has a 144Hz IPS screen and comes with a height adjustable stand as well as an RGB light ring on the back. Around back, you get plenty of ports including two HDMI 2.1 ports, a DisplayPort 1.4, USB-C, two USB-A ports and a USB-B port that lets you use them like a hub. While the Arzopa M34C doesn’t have built-in speakers, it does have a headphone jack you can connect a headset or a pair of computer speakers to.

LG UltraGear 45GR75DC: was $999 now $627 @ Amazon

LG UltraGear 45GR75DC: was $999 now $627 @ Amazon
As our LG UltraGear 45GR75DC review said, this is a near-perfect gaming monitor. Hence why it sits on the top spot of our best gaming monitors list. You get an immersive 45-inch display with a 3.5K resolution, fast performance and an easy-to-use interface.

Asus TUF 28" Gaming Monitor
Asus TUF 28" Gaming Monitor: was $516 now $449 at Amazon

You'll struggle to find many better equipped 4K monitors than the VG28UQL1A, especially at a relatively wallet-friendly price point. With a 144 Hz refresh rate, this Asus monitor excels at both work tasks and fast-paced gaming.

Acer 27" 1080p Monitor: was $249 now $159 @ Amazon

Acer 27" 1080p Monitor: was $249 now $159 @ Amazon
This 27-inch IPS monitor is made to combat laggy gameplay. It packs 1080p resolution, a 144Hz refresh rate, 1ms response time, and HDR10 support. You also get HDMI connectivity.

LG UltraGear QHD 34" curved gaming monitor: was $399 now $259 @ Amazon

LG UltraGear QHD 34" curved gaming monitor: was $399 now $259 @ Amazon
If you're looking to upgrade your home gaming setup, a high refresh rate gaming monitor like this one is one of the best purchases you can make, resulting in a much smoother visual experience. This 34-inch monitor is also ultra-wide and curved, for an immersive experience, with a QHD 1440p resolution, for a much more detailed image than 1080p.

PC gaming headset deals

Sony InZone H5 Wireless Gaming Headset
Sony InZone H5 Wireless Gaming Headset: $149 at Amazon

The Sony Inzone H5 is one of the best gaming headsets to use with both PS5 and PC. Lightweight and comfortable to use for long periods of time, the H5 can last for 28 hours on a full charge. It also boasts 40mm drivers to provide detailed sound and supports 3D audio for immersive gaming.

SteelSeries Arctis Nova 3: was $99 now $77 @ Amazon

SteelSeries Arctis Nova 3: was $99 now $77 @ Amazon
The SteelSeries Arctis Nova 3 is a fantastic headset under $100, and this discount is the cherry on top of the cake. With a comfortable fit and compatibility with PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X/S, the Arctis Nova 3 provides excellent gaming sound too. Whether you're building a medieval village with chill string arrangements in the background or listening to the trials and tribulations of a team of squabbling superheroes, this headset does an excellent job of balancing music, sound effects and voicework.

SteelSeries Arctis Nova 5 Wireless Gaming Headset: was $129 now $99 @ Amazon

SteelSeries Arctis Nova 5 Wireless Gaming Headset: was $129 now $99 @ Amazon
The SteelSeries Arctis Nova 5 is our current choice for the best gaming headset on the market. Compatible with PS5, Nintendo Switch, PC, Android, iOS and Meta Quest, its quick-switch 2.4GHz dongle and Bluetooth 5.3 enable you to effortlessly swap between devices. The sound quality is incredible, and the 360° spatial audio makes your gaming experiences even more immersive.

HyperX Cloud Stinger 2: was $49 now $39 @ Amazon

HyperX Cloud Stinger 2: was $49 now $39 @ Amazon
This is our choice for the best cheap gaming headset. It offers good sound quality, a comfortable fit, and is simple to operate. The mic is a little quiet, but for this price, it's not so bad.

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Millie Davis-Williams

Millie is a Deals Editor 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.

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