Best PC gaming deals in December 2024

ViprTech Rebel 4.0 (RTX 4060): was $1,049 now $814 @ Amazon
Not only does its all-white tower case and clear glass panel make the Rebel 4.0 easy on the eyes, it also packs a console-beating punch. This attractive rig features a RTX 4060 GPU, AMD Ryzen 7 CPU, 32GB of DDR4 RAM and 1TB of SSD storage.

The Lenovo Legion Tower 5 is an excellent budget machine for the casual gamer. It comes stocked with an AMD Ryzen 5 7600 CPU, 16GB of RAM, 512GB SSD, and Radeon RX 7600 graphics. Its front bezel not only aids airflow, but along with the glass side panels (toolless, for easy upgrades) shows off your PC's components.

iBUYPOWER RDY Scale 002: was $1,299 now $999 @ iBUYPOWER
$300 off! Don't let the RDY Scale 002's affordable price fool you. Inside this tower you'll find an AMD RYZEN 7 5700 CPU, 16GB of RAM, 1TB SSD, RTX 4060 and Windows Home 11. It's a solid machine for the casual gamer in search of a stylish gaming rig.

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.

Alienware Aurora R16 Gaming: was $3,699 now $3,199 @ Dell
Having amassed over 3,500 reviews that average 4.7 out of 5 stars, the Aurora R16 computer tower is a popular option for serious gamers. This powerful configuration features an Intel Core i9 14900KF CPU that's liquid-cooled, Nvidia RTX 4090 GPU with 24GB of VRAM, 32GB of RAM, and 2TB of SSD storage.

Acer Nitro V (RTX 4050): was $779 now $649 @ 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.

Lenovo Legion 5: was $1,199 now $999 @ Walmart
This 15.6-inch laptop's screen is big, but beautiful, too, with a resolution of 2160 x 1350. It's also got 16GB of RAM and half a terabyte of storage, with an NVIDIA RTX 4060 powering its gaming ambitions.

MSI Katana 15: was $1,599 now $1,185 @ 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: was $1,999 now $1,499 @ Amazon
You don't see deals that are quite this sweet too often. A huge saving on a gaming laptop that houses one of the fastest GPUs in the world 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.

This Lenovo Legion Pro 7i is an elegant gaming laptop powered by a 14th Gen Intel Core i9 CPU, an Nvidia GeForce RTX 4080 GPU, 32GB of RAM and 1TB of storage. That's enough power to make even the best PC games look great on the 16-inch 1600p 240Hz display.

Alienware m18 R2: was $3,999 now $3,299 @ Dell
If you're searching for a stellar gaming laptop to last you multiple years, look no further than the m18 R2, a machine that earned 4.5 out of 5 stars in our review. This configuration boasts an Intel Core i9-14900HX CPU, a Nvidia RTX 4090 GPU with 16GB of VRAM, and an 18-inch QHD+ (2560 x 1600), 165Hz display, along with a whopping 64GB of RAM and 4TB of SSD storage (double that of our review laptop). It's a pricey laptop, but well worth it, especially when it's slashed by $700.

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
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 Buy
Up to $230 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.

Asus ROG Ally (Ryzen Z1): was $599 now $349 @ Best Buy
Perfect for playing AAA games with lower graphics settings, the Ryzen Z1 inside the lower-priced Asus ROG Ally is a good PC gaming handheld for most people. It packs Windows 11 for compatibility with all your gaming libraries — from Xbox Game Pass to Steam.

LG UltraGear 45GR75DC: was $999 now $796 @ 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.

Acer 23" 1080p Gaming Monitor: was $119 now $89 @ Amazon
The Acer KC242Y is a no-frills gaming monitor that won't break the bank. It features a 23.8-inch 1080p panel with 100Hz refresh rate, 1ms response time, and VGA/HDMI connectivity. It also has a Low Blue Light feature for those times you find yourself in front of the screen for prolonged hours.

Dell 27" 4K Monitor: was $299 now $199 @ Amazon
The Dell S2721QS is a 4K monitor with an ultra-thin profile. It supports AMD FreeSync and features a 60Hz refresh rate. It offers an HDMI 2.0 port and supports HDR content playback, which, makes it a nice pick for work and streaming.
Price check: $279 @ Dell

LG UltraGear QHD 34" curved gaming monitor: was $399 now $302 @ 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.

Sony InZone M9 27" Gaming Monitor: was $899 now $599 @ Amazon
If you're a PC gamer who also owns a PlayStation, this is the gaming monitor to buy. With a sharp, bright display, 144Hz refresh rate and a stylish design, it plays both PC and PS5 games perfectly.

Samsung 49" Odyssey Neo G9 4K Gaming Monitor: was $2,199 now $1,799 @ Amazon
The Odyssey Neo G9 is one of our top picks for best gaming monitor and for good reason. It has a beautiful, color-rich display and plenty of useful features. At full price it's expensive compared to other gaming monitors — but that's less of a problem now that it's on sale. The mini-LED monitor features 4K resolution, 240Hz refresh rate, 2ms input lag, and G-Sync/FreeSync Premium Pro support.

SteelSeries Arctis Nova 5 Wireless Gaming Headset: was $129 now $79 @ 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
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.

Sony Inzone H9: was $299 now $198 @ Amazon
The Sony Inzone H9 are styled similarly to their namesake's home console, so they're a perfect choice if you're also a PS5 gamer. We found them comfortable to wear, but disliked the headphones' finicky companion desktop PC app.