Best PC gaming deals in December 2023

Alienware Aurora R15: was $2,049 now $1,199 @ Dell
The Alienware Aurora R15 is our choice for the best gaming PC on the market. We loved its eye-catching design, great performance and ease of access to ports and upgrades. This version comes configured with a 13th Gen Intel Core i7 13700F CPU, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 graphics, 16GB RAM and 512GB storage.

Acer Nitro 50: was $829 now $640 @ Amazon
This gaming desktop has and 11th-gen Intel Core i5 processor, 8GB RAM, and 512GB storage. You'll also get NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 graphics and a keyboard and mouse are included.

Dell XPS Desktop (8960): was $1,149 now $849 @ Dell
In our review, we named the Dell XPS Desktop 8960 the best gaming desktop that doesn't look like one. We loved this desktop for its understated design, wide array of ports and easy-to-open case. The base model of the Dell XPS Desktop 8960 comes with a 13th Gen Intel Core i7 processor, 8GB RAM, 512GB storage and AMD Radeon RX 6700 XT graphics.

Asus ROG Ally (Ryzen Z1): was $599 now $399 @ 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.

MSI Cyborg 15 w/ RTX 4050: was $999 now $899 @ Best Buy
We named the MSI Cyborg 15 one of the best gaming laptops you can buy. It features a 15.6-inch 1080p 144Hz LCD, Core i5-12450H CPU, 8GB of RAM, 512GB SSD, and an RTX 4050 GPU with 6GB of RAM. You might not be able to crank the settings all the way up on the latest games, but if you play at medium and high settings at 1080p, you're going to have an enjoyable experience. We also found the machine was great for everyday productivity.

Asus ROG Zephyrus G14: was $1,399 now $909 @ Best Buy
Save $400! The Asus ROG Zephyrus G14 is the best overall gaming laptop you can buy. This configuration comes sports a 14-inch 1920 x 1080 144Hz display, an Nvidia GeForce RTX 3060 GPU, an AMD Ryzen 7 CPU, 16GB of RAM, and 512GB of SSD storage. In our Asus ROG Zephyrus G14 review, we said the Editor's Choice laptop delivers great performance, incredible battery life (11 hours and 32 minutes), and unbeatable portability.

HP Omen 16" Gaming Laptop: was $1,699 now $934 @ Best Buy
This HP Omen 16 laptop is now on sale at Best Buy. It features a 16.1-inch FHD display with a 144Hz refresh rate, bordered by ultra-thin bezels. Underneath the silver casing, you'll find an Intel Core i9-12900H CPU, Nvidia GeForce RTX 3060 GPU, 16GB of RAM and a 1TB SSD. It's one of the best gaming laptop deals you can get right now. 

Asus ROG Flow Z13 (2022): was $1,799 now $1,049 @ Newegg
The Asus ROG Glow Z13 combines the best of a gaming laptop and a tablet-style device. It's idea for gaming on the go and packs an Intel Core i7 CPU, Nvidia GeForce RTX 3050 GPU, 16GB of RAM and 512GB SSD. It's also got a 13.4-inch touchscreen display with 120Hz refresh rate. 

Dell G16 Gaming Laptop: was $1,299 now $899 @ Dell
This Dell G16 gaming laptop comes packing a 12th Gen Intel Core i7-12700H CPU, Nvidia GeForce RTX 3060 GPU, 16GB of RAM and a 512GB SSD. It also boasts an attractive 16-inch QHD display and a backlit keyboard. This is a great pick for newcomers to the world of PC gaming looking for an entry-level gaming device.

OMEN Transcend Gaming Laptop: was $1,999 now $1,449 @ HP
The OMEN Transcend laptop is designed for gamers and creatives. This config comes with an Intel Core i7 processor, 16GB RAM, 1TB storage, and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 graphics.

Alienware m18 R5: was $2,099 now $1,699 @ Dell
Powered by an AMD Ryzen 9 7845HX CPU, the Alienware m18 R5 promises to take your PC gaming to a new level. It features a giant 18-inch 2560 x 1600 165Hz LCD, 16GB of RAM, 1TB SSD, and RX 7600M XT GPU. It's now $200 off at Dell.

Razer Raptor 27" Gaming Monitor: was $699 now $509 @ Amazon
The Razer Raptor is the best overall gaming monitor you can buy. The 27-inch monitor features a WQHD (2560 x 1440) resolution, 144Hz resfresh rate, 1ms response time, and Nvidia G-Sync and AMD FreeSync compatibility. In our Razer Raptor 27 review, we called it a gorgeously designed monitor with a stellar screen.

HyperX Armada 27: was $499 now $293 @ Amazon
The HyperX Armada 27 is an awesome gaming monitor for less than $500. It has top-notch picture quality and gaming performance, and its positioning is extremely flexible thanks to its articulated arm as opposed to a traditional stand.

LG UltraGear QHD 34" curved gaming monitor: was $399 now $330 @ 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.

Samsung 49" Odyssey Neo G9 4K Gaming Monitor: was $2,199 now $1,299 @ 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. 

HyperX Cloud Stinger 2: was $49 now $34 @ 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.

Logitech G G432 Virtual 7.1-Channel Gaming Headset: was $79 now $39 @ B&H Photo
If you're looking for immersive surround sound without burning a hole in your pocket, Logitech G's G432 is perfect for you. It comes with not just 7.1 virtual surround sound, but also support for DTS Headphone:X.

Sony Inzone H9: was $299 now $248 @ 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.