I can’t afford a gaming laptop on Black Friday – so I’m upgrading my setup instead
There are other ways to upgrade
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While there are plenty of great Black Friday deals on gaming laptops, even with big discounts they can be very expensive devices, and are beyond the budgets of many people at the moment – including me.
So, instead of dwelling on the fact that I don’t have the money to spend on a new gaming laptop, I’m going to take advantage of theBlack Friday dealsseason to invest in some more affordable PC gaming peripherals to upgrade my setup instead.
After all, there are more ways to improve your gaming experience than putting down large sums of money for cutting-edge tech. Buying a new monitor, headset or even a keyboard and mouse, can make a big difference to your PC gaming, and there are some great Black Friday deals that makes this a more affordable route to gaming bliss.
If you’re like me and can’t (or simply don’t want to) spend money on a new gaming laptop, then below you’ll find some of the best deals I’ve found on peripherals and other PC gaming upgrades that will give your gaming a boost without breaking the bank.You’ll find even more options for upgrading you setup in ourBest Black Friday monitor dealsandBest Black Friday gaming chair dealsarticles.
Of course, if youarefeeling flush, do make sure to check out ourBlack Friday laptop dealspage, where you’ll find our pick of the gaming laptop offers.
The best cheap Black Friday PC gaming deals
PC gaming deals in the US
Roccat Kone Pro Gaming Mouse:was $79.99now$39.99 at AmazonThanks to its light weight, esports-level performance, and customizability, not to mention that unique honeycombed RGB lighting, we rated the Kone Pro a 4 out of 5 when wereviewedit. It’s looking even better now that it’s 50% off, dropping this powerful mid-tier mouse into the budget price range.
RK Royal Kludge H81 Mechanical Keyboard:was $89.98now$62.99 at AmazonFrom the H81’s long battery life and multiple types of connectivity to its satisfying and cushioned typing experience, this keyboard rightly enjoys a 4.4 out of 5 rating on Amazon. And, though it already comes with a reasonably affordable price for a mechanical keyboard, it’s 30% cheaper for Black Friday. This is a great choice if your gaming laptop’s keyboard is uncomfortable to use.
HyperX Cloud Alpha headset (Wired):was $100now$54.99 at AmazonHyperX’s Cloud Alpha headset boasts great sound quality for its price. Plus, its comfort and resistance to wear and tear makes it ideal for younger gamers.
Razer BlackShark V2 Pro Wireless:was $179.99now$99.99 at Best BuyAt under $120, this is a gaming headset offer that you’re not going to want to miss out on. We haven’t seen many offers as competitive as this for a premium headset.
LG UltraGear 27GN75B-B:was $329 now$279 at NeweggIf you’re looking for a great esports gaming display, look no further than the LG UltraGear 27GN75B-B. With a full HD resolution, 240Hz refresh, and 1ms pixel response, you’ll get outstanding gaming performance for a tidy discount at Newegg right now.
LG UltraGear 27GN800-B:was $462 now$266 at WalmartGet fantastic gaming performance at a great price with the LG UltraGear 27GN800-B, featuring QHD resolution, 1ms pixel response, and 144Hz refresh, all for 35% off at Walmart.
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Matt is TechRadar’s Managing Editor for Core Tech, looking after computing and mobile technology. Having written for a number of publications such as PC Plus, PC Format, T3 and Linux Format, there’s no aspect of technology that Matt isn’t passionate about, especially computing and PC gaming. He’s personally reviewed and used most of the laptops in our best laptops guide - and since joining TechRadar in 2014, he’s reviewed over 250 laptops and computing accessories personally.
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