Amazon is offering a great discount on one of the best budget headphones you can find. For just $49, the JLab JBuds Lux Over-Ear Headphones offers features you'd find in headphones that can cost 5x-10x as much, like wireless connectivity with Bluetooth Multipoint, active noise cancellation, spatial audio technology, and more. Most importantly, sound quality is better than any other headphone in its price range.
JLab JBuds Lux Wireless Noise Canceling Headphones for $50
SoundGuys recently reviewed the JLab JBuds Lux and gave these headphones an absolutely glowing review, mentioning that they were one of the best headphones under $100. SoundGuys considered them an extremely good value at their retail price of $79. At the current price of $49.99, it's hard to find a better bang for your buck, and it's especially nice that all four color options have been discounted.
The JLab JBuds Lux's laundry list of premium features include large 40mm drivers, Dolby Atmos compatible Spatial Audio, support for PlayStation Tempest 3D AudioTech and Windows Sonic, hybrid active noise cancellation, a "Be Aware" mode that lets you listen in on your environment, built-in microphone for hands-free calling, up to 70 hours of battery life on a single charge (40 hours with ANC enabled), USB Type-C charging, and Bluetooth Multipoint.
These headphones even look the part. The JLab JBuds Lux are thoughtfully designed for both comfort and performance, with cushy earcups that conform to your ear while also providing an effective seal for passive isolation, a padded headband for prolonged comfort, and a foldable design that makes them easy to tote around.
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If you're looking for a larger capacity power bank at an affordable price, then check out this new deal from Amazon. Right now you can get the Iniu 20,000mAh 22.5W Power Bank for only $11.99 after you clip the 50% off coupon on the product page and apply coupon code "OORHFI4M". A 20,000mAh power bank at this price is uncommon, especially one that can also deliver up to 22.5W of power over USB Type-C (enough to fast charge a Nintendo Switch). Iniu power banks have solid reviews and are less expensive than equivalent Anker models.
Iniu 20,000mAh Power Bank for $11.99
This Iniu power bank boasts a generous 20,000mAh, or 74Whr battery capacity. If you factor in 80% power efficiency, here are the approximate number of times you can fully recharge each gaming handheld or iPhone model:
Nintendo Switch (16Whr) about 3.7 times
Steam Deck (40Whr) about 1.9 times
Asus ROG Ally (40Whr) about 1.9 times
Asus ROG Ally X (80Whr) about 1 time
Lenovo Legion Go (50Whr) about 1.5 times
Apple iPhone 16 (14Whr) about 4.2 times
Apple iPhone 16 Plus (18Whr) about 3.3 times
This power bank is equipped with three output ports: one 22.5W USB Type-C port and two USB Type-A ports that support QuickCharge 4. The USB Type-C port can charge Nintendo Switch at its fastest rate, which is 18W. It will also charge the iPhone 16 at nearly its fastest rate (ChargerLAB has shown that the maximum rate caps at 30W for the Pro Max).
You don't need to worry about being stopped at airports. The 20,000mAh capacity is well below TSA's 27,000mAh carry-on limit. Iniu provides a 3 year warranty with purchase.
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If you're thinking of jumping on the AMD bandwagon for your next upgrade, now is certainly the right time to do so. Alongside the Ryzen 7 9800X3D which debuted earlier this year, AMD has just released its two higher-end Ryzen 9 siblings in the Zen 5 "X3D" stack: the 9950X3D is available for $699 and the 9900X3D is available for $599. Collectively, these processors represent the best gaming chips across both Intel and AMD. Pure gamers should go with the 9800X3D and allocate their funds elsewhere; creators with deeper pockets and a penchant for gaming will benefit from the immense performance uplift on the new Ryzen 9 processors thanks to their increased core count and cache.
Note: Processors are going in and out of stock (mostly out of stock, unfortunately).
The Creator's Choice: AMD Ryzen 9 9950X3D CPU
Creative professionals who also want the best gaming chip on the market shouldn't think twice; this is the CPU to get. The new 9950X3D boasts a max boost clock of 5.7GHz with 16 cores, 32 threads, and 144MB of L2-L3 cache. In terms of gaming, it's only a few percentage points better than than the 9800X3D. However, for productivity use, it easily outperforms the other two Zen 5 X3D chips, and anything offered by Intel for that matter.
The Gamer's Choice: AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D CPU
AMD's X3D series processors are gaming optimized thanks to AMD's 3D V-Cache technology. However, since all three CPUs have the 3D V-cache loaded onto a single CCD, you get roughly the same gaming performance across all three chips. The minor differences are mostly due to the difference in clock speed. The AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D boasts a max boost clock of 5.2GHz with 8 cores, 16 threads, and 104MB of L2-L3 cache Although perfectly capable of handling multitasking, rendering, and creation, the limited number of cores means they aren't the ideal processors for those tasks. However, this is an absolute monster of a processor for gaming, especially at this price point.
The Middleman: AMD Ryzen 9 9900X3D CPU
The AMD Ryzen 9 9900X3D is the processor you'd get if you do creative work and like to game, but you have a budget to adhere to and the 9950X3D crosses that line. The new 9900X3D boasts a max boost clock of 5.5GHz with 12 cores, 24 threads, and 140MB of L2-L3 cache. This is the one chip we haven't reviewed yet, but from the specs, it's pretty easy to guess its performance. In terms of productivity tasks and multi-core workloads, it should perform somewhere in between the 9950X3D and 9800X3D. In terms of gaming, we expect it to be a wash compared to the other two.
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While supplies last, Gamestop is offering the excellent Super Mario RPG remake for Nintendo Switch for only $19.99. You can get free shipping on orders over $79 or choose in-store pickup, otherwise pay a $6.99 shipping fee. This game is a brand new and sealed physical copy so you can sell or trade it off when you're done with it.
Super Mario RPG for $19.99
Super Mario RPG is a remake of the 1996 SNES classic. It was one of the best games to grace the console back then amidst a sea of other incredible titles, and Nintendo did a great job of staying faithful to the game's charm and fun factor. A whole slew of improvements have been implemented to bring this game up to modern day standards, including updated visuals, music, gameplay mechanics, and several small yet welcome quality-of-life UI improvements.
In our Super Mario RPG review, Tom Marks wrote that "Super Mario RPG is considered a classic for a reason, and this wonderfully faithful remake makes it easy for anyone who missed it in the SNES era to see why. It’s unabashedly odd, reveling in the unexpected with writing that constantly had me bursting out laughing at jokes I’d heard a dozen times before. Its turn-based combat is fairly simple outside of its very clever boss fights, but it’s also ultra satisfying to keep your timing string going even when you’re plowing through pushovers. And while the updated graphics are equal parts pretty and sort of unambitious when it comes to interpreting the original’s style (with some unfortunate menu lag), the new takes on its excellent music are truly exceptional. Super Mario RPG already held up pretty well if you didn’t mind a bit of dust on its different systems, but now there’s no excuse not to see why Mario’s most unexpected adventure is still so beloved."
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Arzopa is offering an excellent deal on this 16" 1080p USB Type-C portable monitor. The Arzoa Z1C is normally listed at $129.99, but you can get it for $79.99 after you clip a $10 off coupon on the product page. This is an excellent way to boost your productivity by adding on a secondary display with minimal hassle and at an affordable price. It also works well as a portable standalone display for your Nintendo Switch or Steam Deck.
Arzopa Z1C 16" 1080p USB-C Portable Monitor for $79.99
The Arzopa Z1 is a 16" monitor with both USB Type-C and mini HDMI ports to connect to a laptop, tablet, or gaming handheld. It can work as a standalone or secondary display. If your device is equipped with a USB Type-C output with Power Delivery, then a single cable can be used for both video and power. Otherwise, you'll need two cables: a mini HDMI or USB Type-C cable for video and a second USB Type-C cable to a wall charger for power. USB Type-C cables are provided, however you'll have to supply your own HDMI cable and wall charger.
The monitor is designed to be portable. It weighs just under 1.7 pounds and measures 0.37" thin. It sports a sturdy metal frame and includes a smart cover that has a built-in kickstand. The 16" display features a 1080p resolution (136ppi) with 60Hz refresh rate, an IPS panel with 100% sRGB color gamut, wide great viewing angles, and an anti-glare matte surface. It even has built in speakers for the times you need audio in a pinch.
Compatible with Nintendo Switch or Steam Deck
This monitor works quite well paired with a gaming handheld like the Nintendo Switch or Steam Deck. You will have to use the two-cable setup (one USB cable to the handheld, one USB cable to a wall charger) for this to work properly. The S1's 1080p 60Hz panel is a great matchup particularly for the Nintendo Switch, since the Switch only supports up to 720p @ 60Hz anyway. The Steam Deck can support higher resolutions and refresh rates, but at that point you're really taxing your system, and 1080p/60Hz is an ideal balance between visual fidelity and playability.
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Sonos doesn't discount its popular speakers very often, so it's a wise investment to jump on a good sale whenever you see one. Right now, both Sonos direct and Amazon are offering one of Sonos' best speakers – the Sonos Arc soundbar – for only $599 after a hefty $300 off instant discount. This is the lowest price we've seen for the Sonos Arc and beats out last year's Black Friday deal by $100. In fact, this is currently less expensive than a refurbished Sonos Arc SL which isn't even equipped with a microphone for voice assistant functionality.
Sonos Arc Soundbar for $599 ($300 Off)
The Arc is one of Sonos' flagship products and was the best soundbar in its lineup until the recent release of the Arc Ultra, which currently costs $350 more. This is a premium soundbar and it shows. You can't get much better in terms of sound quality from a soundbar, and that's thanks to its chunkier 45" length. There's enough space in there to contain eleven precisely engineered internal speakers, including two dedicated height channels. It's Dolby Atmos ready and the Sonos Arc can easily be synced with other Sonos speakers and subs to add even more room-filling audio. This modularity is one of the main reasons why Sonos is so popular. It has other nifty features, like an ambient light sensor, HDMI eARC, capacitive touch controls, WiFi, and more. The Sonos Arc also has a built-in microphone so it can accept voice commands from Google Assistant, Amazon Alexa, and more.
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Here's your best opportunity to sign up for an Audible membership at a stellar price. Starting now and running through April 30, you can sign up for three months of Audible Premium Plus for just $0.99 per month. Premium Plus is Audible's highest tier plan and normally costs $14.95/mo. As a additional subscription perk, you get a free audiobook of your choice for each of those three months and you get to keep them indefinitely.
Both new and currently expired Audible customers are eligible
Anyone who doesn't currently have an active Audible membership should be eligible. That includes new subscribers as well as existing members whose subscriptions have since expired. There's always a small your-mileage-may-vary disclaimer with these types of promotions, but fortunately it's easy to check if you qualify: log into your account, and if you see the $0.99/mo banner right on Amazon's Audible page then you're eligible for this promotion.
3 Months of Audible Premium Plus for $0.99 per Month
Audible is a subscription service that gives you access to hundreds of thousands of the best audiobooks without ever having to purchase them. There are two paid membership plans: the lower tier Audible Plus ($7.95/mo) and the higher tier Audible Premium Plus ($14.95/mo). The biggest difference between the two is the size of the audiobook library. Whereas Audible Plus only lets you listen to a selection of about 10,000 audiobooks, the Audible Premium Plus plan gives you access to a whopping 500,000 audiobooks. These include all-time classics like Frank Herbert's Dune, Harry Potter, Game of Thrones (A Song of Ice and Fire), The Witcher, The Sandman Series,and The Lord of the Rings.
Although the seriously expanded library is the main draw of the Audible Premium Plus membership, there are some other nice perks as well. Every month Premium Plus members get to pick one audiobook to keep in their library indefinitely, even after the membership expires. Also, Premium Plus members can get 30% off any additional audiobooks they wish to purchase in addition to exclusive limited-time discounts.
If you were already planning to purchase a couple of audiobooks, then it makes more sense to pay less than $3 to get three audiobooks you get to keep indefinitely and enjoy all the benefits of Audible Premium Plus for three months. This deal only pops up a few times per year, so don't waste your "first-time subscriber" eligibility status on a short 30-day trial.
The newest Hunger Games audiobook just released
Sunrise on the Reaping is the newest Hunger Games novel, and it's also available as an audiobook. The book will be narrated by Jefferson White, who you may already know from Yellowstone where he played Jimmy Hudstrom. The audiobook has a listening time of about 12 hours and 48 minutes. It's free to listen with an Audible subscription.
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Manscaped's Chairman is its bread-and-butter electric foil shaver and it comes in two variants. The Chairman "Plus" is the more affordable model, coming in at $99.99 (or $85 on sale). It features three easy-glide stainless steel FlexAdjust foils that do a great job of following the contours of your face while keeping friction at a minimum. A precision trimmer attachment keeps your stache and beard lines neat and trim. It's IPX7 waterproof rated so you can use it in the shower, and the magnetically attached head pops up cleanly for easy cleaning. The Chairman Plus can last up to 60 minutes from a single charge and a USB Type-C port means you won't fret over losing a proprietary cable.
The Chairman Pro at Manscaped
The Chairman "Pro" retails for $159.99, but it ups the ante with four stainless steel foils, a stubble trimmer attachment, an integrated LED spotlight for better visibility, and a longer 75 minutes of runtime. Like the Chairman Plus, wired charging is accomplished over USB Type-C, however the Chairman Pro also has the option for wireless charging.
The Beard Hedger by Manscaped
If you've got a seriously thick beard where a stubble trimmer just won't do, then check out The Beard Hedger. This shaver is designed for the double duty of shearing unkempt beards that have grown out for longer than you might have wanted to, and for finishing work. Features include a 41mm titanium coated blade, 7,200RPM DC motor, a zoom wheel with adjustments for up to 20 different length settings, IPX7 waterproof rating, and a 60-minute battery runtime.
The Handyman by Manscaped
The Handyman is a perfect take-along shaver. If you're traveling by plane, most electric shavers are TSA approved and can be brought along in carry-on luggage, but the Handyman makes it easier with its compact size. It has two blade heads: a leveler that takes care of long hair and a foil that shaves down the remaining stubble. The lithium-ion battery features a 60-minute runtime with a 5-minute quick charge option over USB Type-C. A handly little cover is included to protect the blades when not in use. Like Manscaped's other shavers, the Handyman is IPX7 waterproof rated.
The Dome Shaver at Manscaped
The Dome Shaver is Manscaped's answer to effortlessly maintaining a clean shaven head. The "Plus" model features four double-tack FlexAdjust blade heads with ultra-thin stainless steel foils and a powerful 8,000RPM motor. The ergonomic design makes it easy for self-use, and it is IPX7 rated waterproof so you can use it in the shower. A single charge will give you 60 minutes of runtime with USB Type-C charging. The premium "Pro" model is upgraded with five FlexAdjust blade heads, an even more powerful 9,500RPM motor, and a longer 90-minute runtime, all for only $35 more.
The Lawn Mower 5.0 Ultra by Manscaped
Let's face it. Your face isn't the only part of your body that grows unwanted hair. Although you could get away with using a disposable razer, Manscaped makes it easier and less painful with the aptly named Lawn Mower. The Lawn Mower 5.0 Ultra is the newest model in the series and its secret sauce is the dual interchangeable blade head design: a trimmer blade to take down long, thick hairs, and a foil blade to finish the job.
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For a limited time, Amazon is offering the popular INIU 10,000mAh USB power bank for just $8.99 after clipping the 10% off coupon on the product page and applying promo code "4WJNEP2X" during checkout. This is a new lower price than what we saw earlier this week. INIU power banks have solid reviews and are less expensive than equivalent Anker models.
INIU 10,000mAh Power Bank for $9
This INIU power bank features a 10,000mAh (37Whr) capacity, which can charge a Nintendo Switch OLED from completely empty to full about 1.9 times, an iPhone 16 about 2.2 times, and an iPhone 16 Pro Max about 1.7 times. Note that this power bank doesn't have high speed Power Delivery, which means you're getting a maximum charging rate of about 15W. That's not quite fast enough to max out the charging rate of the iPhone or Switch (both cap at about 18-20W), it's not that much slower, and for $10 there's little reason to complain.
With a power bank this small, you don't need to worry about being stopped at airports. The 10,000mAh capacity is well below TSA's 27,000mAh carry-on limit. The INIU power bank is also slim and compact so it's unlikely anyone will take notice in the first place. If a TSA official actually does take the initiative to test the wattage, you are well in the clear.
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If you're looking to build together a car emergency kit, two items you'll undoubtedly want to add are a tire inflator and jump starter. Right now a couple of AstroAI branded devices are on sale right now, although you'll need to be an Amazon Prime member to maximize your savings. Not only are they very reasonably priced, they're both completely cordless, which eliminates the need to plug it into an available cigarette lighte. They're also compact and pack in other features like USB charging, built-in flashlight, and more.
AstroAI S8 Pro 12V 3,000A Car Jump Starter for $35.99
Amazon Prime member exclusive deal
Amazon is currently Amazon Prime members this AstroAI S8 Pro 12V 3,000A cordless car jump starter for $35.99 shipped after you clip a 40% off coupon. The AstroAI S8 Pro is a 12V cordless car jump starter that can supply 3,000A of peak power and 500 cold cranking amps. AstroAI states that it's capable of jump starting up to 9L gas or 6L diesel engines. The sizeable 12,000mAh battery will give you several jump starts before needing a recharge. Since the battery uses lithium (NMC) cells, it depletes a lot slower than your traditional battery and will retain most of its charge even after 24 months of non-use. You can also use it to charge your iPhone or smartphone in a pinch.
The S8 Pro charges quickly over USB Type-C and if you don't have a cable on hand, a USB Type-A to USB Type-C is supplied in the package. There's even a flashlight with three separate modes (flashlight, SOS, and strobe) for emergencies. The jump starter is relatively compact, weighs about 1.5 pounds, and stows away easily in your trunk or dash.
AstroAI L7 Tire Inflator + Tire Pressure Gauge for $19.99
Amazon Prime member exclusive deal
Amazon is also offering Amazon Prime members the AstroAI L7 cordless tire inflator for only $19.99 after you clip an $8 coupon. That's the best price I've seen this year. The AstroAI L7 is a cordless tire inflator and portable air compressor with a 4,000mAh battery that hould be able to fill up all four of your tires least a few times over before needing a recharge. The compressor features a maximum pressure of 150 PSI and can fill a tire at a rate of 17L per minute. It can refill a 195/65R15 tire from 30 to 36 PSI in about 1.5 minutes.
The L7 charges quickly over USB Type-C and if you don't have a cable on hand, a USB Type-A to USB Type-C is supplied in the package. A couple of different needle tips are provided so that you can also use this air compressor to fill up bicycle tires, balls, or inflatables as well. There's even a flashlight with three separate modes (flashlight, SOS, and strobe) for emergencies. The tire inflator is also compact, weighs about a pound, and stows away easily in your trunk or dash.
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The new GameSir Super Nova wireless controller is available at AliExpress for $39.19 with free shipping after a 22% off brand discount. The marketplace vendor is GameSir itself, so you're getting the full manufacturer's warranty, just like buying from Amazon. It's also shipped from a US warehouse for local delivery, so you'll receive it in under two weeks. This is a an excellent price for a controller packed with a plethora of practical features like Hall-Effect joysticks and triggers, tri-mode connectivity, button mapping, included charging dock, and more.
New Release: GameSir Super Nova Wireless Gaming Controller
The GameSir Super Nova gaming controller is compatible with your PC, Nintendo Switch, and iOS or Android smartphone or tablet. It connects in one of three ways: wireless Bluetooth, wireless 2.4GHz, and wired via USB Type-C. For the best performance, stick with wired or wireless 2.4GHz, which both boast ultra-low latency with 1000Hz polling rate.
Unlike most standard controllers (including first party ones), the GameSir Super Nova is equipped with Hall Effect joysticks and triggers to eliminate the dreaded stick drift. The thumbsticks also include anti-friction rings and the triggers offer two choices of travel length (short and long) with the flick of a switch. The back buttons are programmable and the ABXY layout can be swapped around to your liking. The controller contains a 1,000mAh battery (although no battery life estimate is given). The included dock has pogo pins so you don't need to fumble around to plug in the controller.
Other features include silent membrane buttons so you can play late at night without waking anyone, rubberized grips, detachable faceplates, RGB lighting, adjustable dual vibration motors, 6-axis gyroscope, and dead zone adjustments.
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Some of the best deals to come out of the 2025 Amazon Spring Sale are on popular Apple devices like AirPods, Apple Watches, iPads, and MacBooks. Some of these prices are down to the lowest we've seen all year long. The Spring Sale ends on March 31, so you only have a few days left to take advantage of these discounts. Right now we're at the point in the year where Apple has generally finished releasing its first batch of updated products, like the new iPhone 16e. The next crop of new releases probably won't happen until September at Apple's yearly event.
Apple AirPod Deals
Apple's newest AirPods are all on sale. Starting with the highest end model, the second generation Apple AirPods Pro wireless noise-canceling earbuds are $169.99. The next step down, the Apple AirPods 4 with ANC (active noise cancelation), are down to $149.99. Finally, the value-packed AirPods 4 without ANC drops to $99.99. iPhone users, these are without a doubt the best earbuds to pair with your smartphone.
Apple Watch Deals
The newest Apple Watch has dropped to the lowest price ever as part of the big Amazon Spring Sale. Right now you can pick up a 42mm Apple Watch Series 10 for only $299 or the bigger 46mm model for $329. This is less expensive than the best deal we saw during Black Friday. If you own an iPhone, the Apple Watch is indisputably the best smartwatch for you. It's stylish, boasts excellent build quality, excels as both a fitness tracker and smartwatch, and complements your iPhone better than any other watch brand.
Apple iPad Deals
The current generation iPads have been discounted across the board, although some models are discounted more than others. These include the new iPad and iPad Air that were released earlier this month, as well as the lastest versions of the iPad Mini and iPad Pro. Regardless of whether or not you're already tied into Apple's ecosystem, the iPads are the best tablets for streaming, gaming, work, and more for 2025. Chances are there's a specific iPad best suited to your needs.
Apple AirTag Deals
Amazon and Best Buy are both offering a four-pack of Apple AirTags keyfinders for only $64.49. That's over $35 off the retail price and only $16.10 for each AirTag. This is a very practical accessory for anyone who owns an iPhone and tends to lose small wearables like wallets, keys, or remotes.
Apple MacBook Air Deals
The 2025 MacBook Air laptop – our favorite Macbook – is currently enjoying an excellent limited time discount on Amazon. Only recently released earlier this month, it's fitted with the M4 chip and features a brilliant display alongside a sleek, durable design. If you're looking for a lightweight laptop to get your work done, the MacBook Air is an excellent choice. The 2024 MacBook Air with the M3 chip is still a very capable laptop, and it's also marked down.
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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 has two prebuilt gaming PC models that can be equipped with a 4090 GPU, and at reasonable prices. The base model costs $2,999.99. The upgraded model with a more powerful processor, more RAM, and more storage costs $3,599.99. These are currently the best prices we see for an RTX 4090 equipped gaming PC, and many other manufacturers - including Lenovo and HP - no longer carry RTX 4090 prebuilt gaming PCs at all.
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 $3,599.99
Dell just dropped the price on this upgraded RTX 4090 model to $3,599.99 after a $400 instant discount. It's $600 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 i9-14900KF CPU. You also get quadruple the RAM and double the 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 $2,500
Dell is offering an Alienware Aurora R16 gaming PC equipped with the new GeForce RTX 5080 GPU for $2,499.99 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."
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Amazon is currently offering a SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless gaming headset for only $264.99 after you clip a $30.74 coupon on the product page. This is the PC model, which will work with both PC and PlayStation 5 in wireless mode, but not with the Xbox Series X. The Nova Pro is our top rated gaming headset of 2025, and as someone who owns and uses this headset on a daily basis, I wholeheartedly agree.
SteelSeries Nova Pro Wireless Gaming Headset for $265
The Arctis Nova Pro is the highest-end gaming headset in SteelSeries' repertoire. It combines excellent sound quality with comfortable ergonomics, a high-performance mic, and unique yet extremely practical features. One of the biggest standout features of the SteelSeries Nova Pro wireless headset is the ingenious hot-swappable battery system. SteelSeries was generous enough to includes two batteries: one that's in use in your headset and the other that's charging in the separate DAC controller. This way, you get wireless freedom with no waiting to recharge. Each battery lasts for up to 22 hours of continued use, so you won't be constantly swapping them out either.
Other great features include an OLED base station with volume control knob, active noise cancellation (rare in a gaming headset), retractable boom microphone, all-day comfort thanks to the suspension headband and leatherette ear cushions, simultaneous 2.4GHz WiFi and Bluetooth pairing, onboard audio presets, and the versatile Sonar software for creating your own custom sound profiles (for PC gamers).
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The best PCIe 4.0 M.2 SSD you can get right now sees a big discount during the Amazon Spring Sale. Amazon is offering the Samsung 990 Pro 4TB PCIe 4.0 M.2 NVMe solid state drive (SSD) for $279.99 after a $120 off instant discount. Alternatively, you can get it with a preinstalled heatsink for $20 more. There are other, less expensive SSDs out there, but the 990 Pro is widely considered the fastest PCIe 4.0 SSDs on the market. It makes for an outstanding drop-in storage expansion for your PlayStation 5 console or as a boot drive for your gaming rig.
Samsung 990 Pro 4TB PS5 SSD for $279.99
The 990 Pro is the successor to the venerable 980 Pro, and boy, is it faster. Samsung claims a 50% improved performance per watt over its Samsung 980 Pro predecessor. It boasts blazing sequential speeds of 7,450MB/s read and 6,900MB/s write and random speeds of 1400K/1550K IOPS. Unlike most other SSDs, the components are manufactured in-house. The 990 Pro utilizes the new Samsung Pascal controller and 7th gen TLC NAND flash chips. There are a few top-tier SSDs that stand above the rest in terms of performance like the WD Black SN850X and the SK Hynix P41 Platinum, but the Samsung 990 Pro outbenches them.
Is the Samsung 990 Pro Compatible with the PS5?
The Samsung 990 Pro is an excellent SSD for your PS5. From a purely performance perspective, it's overkill; the stock SSD in your PS5 will be the limiting factor. You'll want to pick up an PCIe Gen4 x4 M.2 solid state drive with a rated 5,500MB/s read speed to match the PS5's internal drive and the 990 Pro is much faster. However, at the current price point, this SSD is cheaper than many slower options, so you might as well get it anyways. Sony recommends a heatsink attached to your SSD. Fortunately, this particular 990 Pro does include a heatsink, and a nice thick, all-metal one at that. It's also slim enough to fit perfectly in the PS5 SSD.
Other Excellent SSD Alternatives:
Samsung's newest SSD - the Samsung 990 Evo Plus PCIe 4.0 M.2 NVMe solid state drive - is on sale today. Pick up the 2TB model for $139.99 or, if you can swing it, the 4TB model is an even better deal at $249.99. It's currently $40-$70 cheaper than the Samsung 990 Pro and most (if not all) gamers won't notice the difference in performance.
The Samsung 990 Evo Plus is an excellent drive for both your gaming PC and your PlayStation 5 console. It exceeds Sony's minimim speed recommendation for the PS5, boasting sequential speeds of up to 7,250 read and 6,300MB/s write. This is a much faster drive than the 990 Evo non-Pro but not quite as fast as the 990 Pro. The main difference between this drive and the more expensive 990 Pro is that this is a DRAM-less drive. For PS5 performance, it makes no difference. For gaming PCs, the 990 Evo Plus supports HMB (host memory buffer), which makes up for the lack of DRAM by using an inconsequential amount of RAM from your system memory. Gamers will not notice any difference between the two.
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The GeForce RTX 5070 Ti graphics card was released in late February for $749.99, but good luck finding one at that price. As with the rest of the Blackwell lineup, everyone from personal sellers to the manufacturers themselves have joined in on the price markup bonanza. Fortunately there's a way to get around these shenanigans, and that is by purchasing a prebuilt gaming PC instead. Amazon is currently offering CyberPowerPC and Skytech RTX 5070 Ti gaming desktops starting at $2,099.99. That's a reasonable price considering the fact that the RTX 5070 Ti has proven to be nearly identical in performance (within 5%) to the RTX 4080 Super.
Skytech RTX 5070 Ti Prebuilt Gaming PCs on Amazon
CyberPowerPC RTX 5070 Ti Prebuilt Gaming PCs on Amazon
Of all the Blackwell cards released thus far, the RTX 5070 Ti offers the best bang for your buck, especially when pitted against the previous generation GPUs. It performs neck-and-neck with the RTX 4080 Super and already marginalizes the RTX 5080, which is only about 10%-15% faster but costs 33% more. This GPU is capable of high framerates in nearly all games, even at 4K resolution with ray tracing enabled. Heck, even if you plan on using this card for AI, the RTX 5070 Ti might be the better value than the RTX 50870 since both are equipped with the same 16GB of GDDR7 VRAM.
Alternative: Radeon RX 9070 / 9070 XT Prebuilts
Amazon has the best deal right now on an AMD Radeon RX 9070 XT prebuilt. You can pick up the for $1,799.99. That's a great price for a newly released GPU that stands toe to toe with an RTX 5070 Ti (or RTX 4080) for about $300 less than the least expensive RTX 5070 Ti prebuilt listed above.
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If you are planning a PC build and have been waiting patiently to get ahold of one of the new Nvidia Blackwell graphics cards, here's an opportunity that's as good as you're going to get. Right now Amazon has Nvidia GeForce RTX 5070 Ti Gaming OC graphics cards in stock starting at $899.99 shipped. Inventory is reserved for Amazon Prime members only.
TLDR; Here's a quick list of the GPUs that we've found in stock:
Although the MSRP for these cards range from $899.99 to $999.99, a reference GeForce RTX 5070 Ti card is actually supposed to sell for $750. More advanced cooling designs, a more uncommon colorway, or overclocking out of the box add to the cost, but even then, admittedly, these cards are still priced higher than AMD originally intended.
The reality is that even third party manufacturers like Gigabyte, MSI, Asus (and pretty much everyone else) are also taking advantage of the high demand by marking prices up from the get-go. Unfortunately, you'd be hard pressed to find another RTX 5070 Ti GPU for this price or less. RTX 5070 Ti GPUs are generally selling for over $1,000 on eBay.
The RTX 5070 Ti GPU Has Excellent 4K Gaming Performance
Of all the Blackwell cards released thus far, the RTX 5070 Ti offers the best bang for your buck, especially when pitted against the previous generation GPUs. It performs neck-and-neck with the RTX 4080 Super and already marginalizes the RTX 5080, which is only about 10%-15% faster but costs 33% more. This GPU is capable of high framerates in nearly all games, even at 4K resolution with ray tracing enabled. Heck, even if you plan on using this card for AI, the RTX 5070 Ti might be the better value than the RTX 50870 since both are equipped with the same 16GB of GDDR7 VRAM.
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Dell announced the return of the venerable Alienware Area-51 gaming laptop back in CES 2025, and starting today it is finally available to order. It comes in two size variants: the 16" model starts at $3,199.99 and the 18" model starts at $3,399.99. As expected from Alienware's new flagship laptop, the Area-51 is equipped with current generation components, including the latest and greatest Intel Core Ultra 9 CPU and NVIDIA Blackwell GPU. Orders are expected to ship out starting April 30, so get your reservation in now to prevent any additional delays.
The Alienware Area-51 Gaming Laptop Is Now Available
Currently both 16" and 18" Area-51 gaming laptops are available in one specific CPU and GPU configuration: the Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX CPU paired with the Nvida GeForce RTX 5080 GPU. The Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX boasts a max turbo frequency of 5.4GHz with a whopping 24 cores and 40MB total L2 cache. According to Passmark, this is the fastest laptop processor on the market, with a healthy 7% lead over the AMD Ryzen 9 7945HX3D. It's paired with the Nvidia GeForce RTX 5080 mobile GPU. We haven't tested this GPU ourselves yet, but according to VideoCardz.com, preliminary 3DMark Time Spy benchmarks show it to be about 16% more powerful than the RTX 4080. The performance uplift paired with DLSS 4.0 compatiblity should allow it to run just about any game at blisteringly high framerates on the QHD+ display.
Rounding out the rest of the specs for the base configurations are your choice of a 16" or 18" QHD+ display with 240Hz-300Hz refresh rate and G-Sync certification, 32GB of DDR5-6400MHz RAM, and a 1TB M.2 SSD. Both 16" and 18" models include an option to upgrade your RAM and storage to 64GB and 2TB, respectively.
The Area-51: New Style, More Power, Better Cooling
New for 2025, the Alienware Area-51 gaming laptop features a magnesium alloy chassis with upgraded cooling to tackle the latest and greatest heat generating components. This includes more fans and bigger cutouts enabling greater airflow, more generous use of copper, and a new thermal interface material to better transfer heat away from the core components. Dell claims that the laptop can handle a higher power ceiling of up to 240W TDP without raising acoustics.
Design-wise, the Area 51 accentuates its smooth contours, with rounded edges and soft corners replacing the squared off design you'd see in most other laptops. The hinges are also mostly internally positioned so that they're near invisible. As befits an Alienware laptop, there are ample customization options for RGB LED lighting. Connectivity-wise, you get three USB Type-A 3.2 15Gbps ports (one with PowerShare), two Thunderbolt / USB Type-C ports, an HDMI 2.1 port, and a card reader. The 16" model weighs in at 7.5 pounds and the 18" model weighs 9.6 pounds.
We've reviewed an RTX 5090 mobile laptop.
Our benchmarks are in, and it looks like the RTX 5090 is indeed the new king of mobile GPUs, although not by the leaps and bounds we were hoping for. On average, the RTX 5090 is about 5%-10% more powerful than the RTX 4090 that it replaces. However, add in DLSS 4 and the gap widens.
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Apple's newest AirPods are all on sale as part of the big Amazon Spring Sale that starts today. Starting with the highest end model, the second generation Apple AirPods Pro wireless noise-canceling earbuds is $169.99 shipped (normally $240). The next step down, the Apple AirPods 4 with ANC (active noise cancelation) is down to $149.99 (normally $179). Finally, the value-packed AirPods 4 without ANC drops to $99.99 (normally $129). iPhone users, these are without a doubt the best earbuds to pair with your smartphone.
Apple AirPods Pro for $169.99
The AirPods Pro is the best-sounding "truly wireless" earbuds for iPhone users thanks to its passively isolating in-ear design combined with excellent active noise cancelation, low-distortion driver and amp, and the Apple H2 chip. It also has useful features like Adaptive Transparency Mode, which lets you better hear your surroundings without removing your earbuds, and Conversation Mode, which automatically enhances the voices of people you're talking to. The second generation AirPods Pro replaces the Lightning port with a more universal USB Type-C port so you don't have to mix and match cables, and also includes a MagSafe charging case as standard.
Save Over $40 Off the New Apple AirPods 4
The Apple AirPods 4 was released on September, 2024 in two variants: both models are mostly identical with the exception of the noise canceling functionality on the more expensive one. The AirPods 4 features several updates over the AirPods 3 which brings it in-line with modern day standards. These improvements include the newer Apple H2 chip (vs H1), Bluetooth 5.3 support (vs Bluetooth 5.0), better IP54 resistance rating which now protects against dust intrustion (vs IPX4), USB Type-C (vs Lightning), and replacement of the skin detect sensor with a more reliable optical in-ear sensor.
Should you get the AirPods Pro over AirPods 4 with ANC?
The AirPods Pro is a superior earbud, which is why it retails for $70 more than the AirPods 4 ANC. Both feature active noise cancelation, but the AirPods Pro produces better sound quality and more effective noise canceling because of its design. The AirPods 4 ANC is an open-ear style earbud with non-adjustable tips. They're designed to sit right outside of the ear which – while comfortable – means you get plenty of sound leakage and ambient noise intrusion.
On the other hand, the AirPods Pro is an in-ear style of earbud that sits right inside your ear canal, sealing the passage and passively isolating it from the ambient air. Adjustable tips are included to accomodate different sized ears and ensure you get that proper sealing fit, which is very important to squeeze out the best performance. At this price, the only compelling reason to still go for the AirPods 4 ANC is if you don't like the intrusive nature of in-ear style earbuds in general.
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