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Meta Quest 3S VR Headset Is on Sale for $30 Off

If you've wanted to give VR gaming a try but the cost of entry has kept you at bay, then you might be interested in the first actual discount on Meta Quest 3S for 2025. Right now, you can save $30 off the wireless VR headset, whether you get the 128GB model or the 256GB one.

To sweeten the pot even more, the package also includes a copy of Batman: Arkham Shadow VR game and a three-month trial of Meta Quest+. In IGN's 8/10 review, Dan Stapleton wrote that "Batman: Arkham Shadow makes most of the Arkham series' defining gameplay work respectably well in VR, and its mystery story pays off."

Meta Quest 3S VR Headset with Batman: Arkham Shadow

The Quest 3S is an improvement over the original Quest 2 in every way and, amazingly, without a price increase. It also adopts many of the same features of the more expensive Quest 3, like the new and improved Touch controllers, the upgraded SnapDragon APU, and support for full color AR passthrough. In IGN's 9/10 Quest 3S review, Gabriel Moss wrote that "raw processing power, full-color passthrough, and snappy Touch Plus controllers make the Quest 3S a fantastic standalone VR headset that also brings entry-level mixed-reality gaming to the masses for – arguably – the very first time.

What really sets this deal above all other VR deals is that the Meta Quest 3S can be played completely untethered. That means you can play games like Beat Saber or Pistol Whip without having to own a powerful gaming PC or a PlayStation 5 console. Try to find another standalone VR headset at this price and you'll come up empty.

How Is the Quest 3S Different from the Quest 3?

Even at retail price, the Quest 3S comes in at $200, or 40% cheaper than the $500 Quest 3. Obviously, some compromises were made to get the 3S to its competitive price point. The spec comparisons are listed below:

Quest 3S vs. Quest 3 Similarities

  • Snapdragon XR2 Gen 2 processor
  • Touch Plus controllers
  • 120Hz refresh rate
  • Mixed reality passthrough (same cameras, different layout)

Quest 3S vs. Quest 3 Differences

  • Lower per-eye resolution (1832x1920 vs 2064×2208)
  • Fresnel lens vs. pancake lens
  • Lower FOV (96°/90° vs 104°/96°)
  • Smaller storage capacity (128GB vs 512GB)
  • Longer battery life (2.5hrs vs 2.2hrs)

In essence, the Quest 3S is nearly the same headset but with downgraded optics. On the plus side, since both headsets use the same processor, running at a lower resolution reduces the load on the APU, which could theoretically improve performance in games and also account for the increased battery life.

For the price, the Quest 3S is unquestionably a better value than the Quest 3, and a better choice for most gamers, especially if the Quest 3 was completely out of your budget in the first place. Compared to the previous generation Quest 2, the decision is even easier.

Eric Song is the IGN commerce manager in charge of finding the best gaming and tech deals every day. When Eric isn't hunting for deals for other people at work, he's hunting for deals for himself during his free time.

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PSA: MSI Sells Its Nvidia GeForce RTX 50-Series Blackwell Graphic Cards Under a Pen Name at Walmart

If you're hunting for one of the new Nvidia Blackwell graphics cards and don't want to pay a huge markup, who better to trust than the cardmakers themselves? MSI is one of Nvidia's biggest AIB manufacturers around and it happens to sell its own products on the Walmart online marketplace under its subsidiary brand name "Raideals." Currently, several graphics cards are available ranging from the budget 5060 Ti to the high end 5080, some of them at the lowest prices online.

Keep in mind that just because a graphics card is sold at "list price" doesn't mean it matches Nvidia's suggested launch price. For example, the GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 16GB has a launch price of $429, but MSI's least expensive RTX 5060 Ti is currently $609 "at list price." Part of the cost goes into the build quality and features (like a beefier cooling system and overclocking out of the box) and part of the cost goes into the manufacturer's markup. At this point, these markups are unavoidable unless you spend all your luck to find an Nvidia Founder's Edition card.

MSI GeForce RTX 5060 Ti Graphics Cards

MSI GeForce RTX 5070 Graphics Cards

MSI GeForce RTX 5070 Ti Graphics Cards

MSI GeForce RTX 5080 Graphics Cards

If you're thinking of a prebuilt PC, consider Alienware

If you're not keen to build out your own PC and would rather go the prebuilt route, Alienware is offering very reasonable pricing on select RTX 50 series gaming PCs. They're priced competitively compared to other prebuilt vendors, they're readily availabe, and they included a 1 year warranty with the option to extend it. With graphics cards so marked up nowadays, you really won't save any money going down the DIY route like years past.

Eric Song is the IGN commerce manager in charge of finding the best gaming and tech deals every day. When Eric isn't hunting for deals for other people at work, he's hunting for deals for himself during his free time.

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The Gigabyte GeForce RTX 5070 Graphics Card Is in Stock at MSRP for Amazon Prime Members

If you've been waiting for one of the more affordable Blackwell cards to come back in stock at a reputable retailer, here's your chance to pick one up at list price. Amazon currently has the Gigabyte GeForce RTX 5070 Windforce OC 12GB Graphics Card exclusively for Amazon Prime members for $609.99 with free shipping. This is an excellent GPU for gaming at up to 1440p with high framerates and supports the latest DLSS 4 technology.

Note that the suggested launch price of a GeForce RTX 5070 card is $549.99. There are a few models at that price point but they have been extremely hard to find in stock. This Windforce model is priced higher because it's an OC version. That said, this is currently the lowest price you'll find for a standalone 5070 GPU.

Gigabyte GeForce RTX 5070 Windforce OC GPU for $609.99

Compared to the previous generation GPUs, the RTX 5070 performs comparably with the RTX 4070 Super. We wish there was a bigger generation improvement in raw performance, but the RTX 4070 Super was already an excellent card for 1080p and 1440p gaming. It also came in at a launch price of $599.99, which is only $10 less than the price of this Gigabyte 5070 model. None of this even matters anymore because it's impossible to find an RTX 4070 Super GPU for sale (at least at this price). The RTX 5070 does look and perform better than the RTX 4070 Super in games that support DLSS 4 and multi-frame generation, and it's a more future-proof card that will improve with driver optimizations.

Eric Song is the IGN commerce manager in charge of finding the best gaming and tech deals every day. When Eric isn't hunting for deals for other people at work, he's hunting for deals for himself during his free time.

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Here's Where the Nintendo Switch 2 Pro Controller Is Up for Preorder Right Now

Have you won the battle to secure a Nintendo Switch 2 preorder? Well, now it's time to set your sights on the new Pro Controller, which is also available starting today. It's currently orderable via Target, Walmart, Gamestop, and Best Buy for $84.99 with a release date of June 5. Just like the Switch 2 console itself, we expect this item to become much harder to find and possibly more expensive if tariffs go back up, so this may very well be the best opportunity to secure one.

Preorder the Nintendo Switch 2 Pro Controller

It's important to note that the original Switch Pro controller is, for the most part, still compatible with the new Switch 2. However, the new Pro controller brings a host of improvements to the table, including:

  • Updated HD Rumble 2 (haptic) vibration
  • A new "C" button for GameChat (new to Switch 2)
  • New rear mappable GL and GR buttons
  • Up to 50% faster charging speed
  • A headphone jack

The only disadvantage is that the Switch 2 Pro controller is not backwards compatible with the original Switch console. However, if you prefer a gamepad-style controller over the Joy-Con for the Switch 2, then there isn't any other controller you can order that will match the Pro controller's ergonomics and functionality. It's also nice that supply seems to be pretty stable at the moment, although that might not be the case forever.

Check out more Switch 2-related preorder guides

The Switch 2 went up for preorder today along with most of the first party accessories and games. If you're still hunting for a Switch 2 console, or just looking to pick up a new case, memory card, or video game in time for your Switch 2 delivery, then check out our guides below.

Eric Song is the IGN commerce manager in charge of finding the best gaming and tech deals every day. When Eric isn't hunting for deals for other people at work, he's hunting for deals for himself during his free time.

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The New 2025 Apple iPad Drops to the Lowest Price Ever, But Only on Amazon

Starting today, Amazon has dropped the price of the newest 2025 11th gen Apple iPad (A16) tablet. Currently the Blue and Yellow base models - equipped with 128GB of RAM and Wi-Fi connectivity - are down to $319.99 after a $30 price drop. This is the best discount I've seen for the latest generation iPad since its launch earlier this year and a great gift idea for Mother's Day, which lands on May 11. From past experience, since only a few of the colors are discounted to this price, the sale probably won't last for more than a few days.

New 2025 Apple iPad 10.9" (A16) Tablet for $319.99

For most people, the iPad (not the Air, Mini, or Pro) is the best model to get because it offers all the benefits of iOS as well as snappy performance at an affordable price. The current generation model was released on March 12, 2025, over two years after the previous generation (October 2022). The upgrades include a more powerful processor (A16 vs A14), more RAM (6GB vs 4GB), and more storage (128GB vs 64GB), all. Best of all, the launch price of $349 is actually lower than when the previous generation model was released, which was $399.

The specs that have carried over are the 10.9" Liquid Retina 2360x1640 (264ppi) display, USB Type-C charging, Wi-Fi 6 connectivity, and the same camera. It's also compatible with the Magic Folio keyboard so you can convert it into a mini laptop for better workflow, making it one of the best iPads for students, and the newer Apple Pencil with USB-C.

Looking for more iPad resources?

If you're not sure which iPad is best for you, we have an iPad guide which details which iPad is ideal for which use case. If you intend want to get an iPad for schoolwork, we have an iPad guide for students as well. If you're looking for options outside of iOS, check out the best Android tablets of 2025.

Eric Song is the IGN commerce manager in charge of finding the best gaming and tech deals every day. When Eric isn't hunting for deals for other people at work, he's hunting for deals for himself during his free time.

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The 2TB WD Black C50 Xbox Expansion Card Drops to the Lowest Price Ever

Starting today, Amazon has dropped the price on the officially licensed WD Black C50 2TB Expansion Card for Xbox Series X|S consoles to $179.99 shipped. That's a 28% price drop from its original $250 list price and the best price we've seen for an officially licensed 2TB Xbox expansion card ever. The C50 is one of the best SSDs for the Xbox, which isn't surprising since your options are pretty limited.

WD Black C50 2TB Expansion Card for Xbox for $179.99

The WD Black C50 expansion card is essentially a 2TB NVME SSD encased in a specialized Xbox-compatible shell. Unlike the more complex PS5 SSD installation process, which involves opening up the PS5 to access the SSD slot, the WD expansion card simply plugs into its dedicated port on the back of the Xbox. This expansion card offers the same speed as the internal SSD, ensuring that you won't sacrifice performance or encounter extended load times as you might with a regular USB drive. With a 1TB expansion card, you can double the storage on your Xbox Series X console and triple the storage on your (white) Xbox Series S console.

If you're looking for an officially licensed storage solution (which we strongly recommend), your options are limited to either the WD or Seagate expansion cards, underscoring the importance of seizing a good deal when you find one.

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Looking for more Xbox accessories? Check out the best Xbox deals today.

Eric Song is the IGN commerce manager in charge of finding the best gaming and tech deals every day. When Eric isn't hunting for deals for other people at work, he's hunting for deals for himself during his free time.

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Save $400 Off This Powerful Alienware Aurora R16 Gaming PC with GeForce RTX 5080 GPU

Dell has one of the best prices on an RTX 5080 equipped prebuilt desktop computer. Right now you can pick up an Alienware Aurora R16 RTX 5080 gaming PC for as low as $2,399.99 shipped. This is a reasonable price for a well-engineered (and warrantied) rig that can handle 4K gaming at high frame rates. However, an even better deal just recently popped up. You can upgrade this config with an Intel Core Ultra 9 CPU and double the memory for only $100 more.

In the current market, buying a prebuilt gaming PC is the only way to score an RTX 5080 GPU without paying an exorbitant markup. If you were to try to find a 5080 GPU for your diy PC build, you'll probably spend nearly as much for the GPU as you would for an entire system. Most prebuilts are marked up as well, except for this one.

Alienware Aurora R16 RTX 5080 Gaming PC for $2,400

This Alienware Aurora R16 gaming PC is equipped with an Intel Core Ultra 7 265F CPU, GeForce RTX 5080 GPU, 16GB of DDR5-5200MHz RAM, and a 1TB NVMe SSD. The current-gen Intel Core Ultra 7 265F Meteor Lake CPU boasts a max turbo frequency of 5.3GHz with 20 cores and a 30MB cache. It's cooled by a robust 240mm all-in-one liquid cooler and the entire system is powered by a generously equipped 1,000W 80PLUS Platinum power supply.

Better Deal: Upgrade to Core Ultra 9 and 2x RAM for $2,500

Dell just discounted an upgraded Alienware Aurora R16 RTX 5080 gaming PC, making it the better deal despite the $100 higher price tag. This config is equpped with an Intel Core Ultra 9 285 CPU and 32GB of DDR5-5200MHz RAM. The Core Ultra 9 285 CPU has a turbo frequency that's 300MHz faster and boasts 4 more cores than the Intel Core Ultra 7 265F.

The GeForce RTX 5080 GPU will run any game in 4K

The RTX 5080 is the second highest end Blackwell graphics cards available, surpassed only by the $2,000 RTX 5090. In our Nvidia GeForce RTX 5080 FE review, Jackie writes that "If you already have a high-end graphics card from the last couple of years, the Nvidia GeForce RTX 5080 doesn’t make a lot of sense – it just doesn’t have much of a performance lead over the RTX 4080, though the extra frames from DLSS 4 Multi-Frame Generation do make things look better in games that support it. However, for gamers with an older graphics card who want a significant performance boost, the RTX 5080 absolutely provides – doubly so if you’re comfortable with Nvidia’s AI goodies."

Check out more of the best Dell and Alienware gaming deals of 2025.

Eric Song is the IGN commerce manager in charge of finding the best gaming and tech deals every day. When Eric isn't hunting for deals for other people at work, he's hunting for deals for himself during his free time.

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Alienware Has the Best Price on a GeForce RTX 4090 Prebuilt Gaming PC

The GeForce RTX 4090 is a generation older than the new Blackwell 50 series GPUs, but this doesn't change the fact that it's still one of the most powerful cards out there, eclipsing the GeForce RTX 5080 or RTX 4080 Super or the Radeon RX 9070 XT or RX 7900 XTX. Only one GPU performs better - the RTX 5090 - and you'll need to use up a lifetime of luck to find one that isn't marked up by hundreds, even thousands of dollars.

Because the RTX 4090 has been discontinued, it's getting harder to source as well. Fortunately, Dell still sells a Alienware Aurora R16 gaming PC configuration that can be equipped with a 4090 GPU. Not only is it one of the few RTX 4090 prebuilts still available - Lenovo and HP no longer carry them - it's also one of the more reasonably priced ones.

Alienware Aurora R16 RTX 4090 Gaming PC for $2,999.99

This Alienware Aurora R16 gaming PC is equipped with an Intel Core Ultra 7 265F CPU, GeForce RTX 4090 GPU, 16GB of DDR5-5200MHz RAM, and a 1TB NVMe SSD. The processor can also be upgraded up to an Intel Core Ultra 9 285K. If you're getting system with a focus on gaming, then the upgrade is unnecessary. Gaming at higher resolutions is almost always GPU bound, and besides, the default Intel Core Ultra 7 265F is a solid processor with a max turbo frequency of 5.3GHz and a total of 20 cores. It's cooled by a robust 240mm all-in-one liquid cooler and the entire system is powered by an 1,000W 80PLUS Platinum power supply.

Get an Upgraded Model for $3,749.99

Dell also offers this upgraded RTX 4090 model for $3,749.99 with free shipping. It's about $750 more than the base model Alienware 4090 gaming PC, but that's because the processor has been upgraded to a much more powerful Intel Core Ultra 9 285K CPU. You also get double the RAM and storage.

How does the RTX 4090 stack up against current cards?

The RTX 4090 is the most powerful RTX 40 series GPU on the market. Compared to the new Blackwell cards, only the $2,000 MSRP RTX 5090 is superior in performance. This card will run every game comfortably at 4K resolution; you should be hitting 60+fps even with all settings turned to the max and ray tracing enabled, doubly so if DLSS is supported. The only setting that the 4090 (as well as every other GPU) struggles with is path tracing, but no one really ever turns this on except during benchmark tests or social media flexing. The RTX 5090 might be faster, but for the vast majority of people out there, it's just wasted power since the 4090 already excels at pretty much all things gaming.

Alternative: Alienware RTX 5080 Gaming PC for $2,400

Dell is offering an Alienware Aurora R16 gaming PC equipped with the new GeForce RTX 5080 GPU for $2,399.99 shipped. The RTX 5080 is one of three new Blackwell graphics cards that are out (and impossible to find). In our Nvidia GeForce RTX 5080 FE review, Jackie writes that "If you already have a high-end graphics card from the last couple of years, the Nvidia GeForce RTX 5080 doesn’t make a lot of sense – it just doesn’t have much of a performance lead over the RTX 4080, though the extra frames from DLSS 4 Multi-Frame Generation do make things look better in games that support it. However, for gamers with an older graphics card who want a significant performance boost, the RTX 5080 absolutely provides – doubly so if you’re comfortable with Nvidia’s AI goodies."

Check out more of the best Alienware deals.

Eric Song is the IGN commerce manager in charge of finding the best gaming and tech deals every day. When Eric isn't hunting for deals for other people at work, he's hunting for deals for himself during his free time.

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