Microsoft launched its Black Friday deals are early, but they’re still going strong on Cyber Monday. Whether you or a loved one is considering a new Surface Laptop or Xbox, now is the time to buy with these discounts. We’ve also found similar, if not better, deals on Microsoft hardware from third-party retailers like Amazon. There are also over 900 (!) Xbox and PC games on sale.
Updated November 28: We’ve updated pricing and availability throughout.
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Microsoft Extended Warranties and Returns
If you’re skeptical about whether you’re getting the best deal, the Microsoft Store Promise says you’ll be refunded the difference if the price of a particular product drops below what it is now before January 2, 2023. The company is also offering free two- to three-day shipping and free returns until January 31, 2023.
Deals on tablets and laptops
Check out our guide to the best Microsoft Surface laptop for more recommendations.
Last year’s Surface Pro 8 (7/10, WIRED recommends) is still a powerful machine, especially for work. The 2-in-1 packs a large 13-inch display (with a 3:2 aspect ratio), 120Hz refresh rate, Windows Hello 1080p compatible webcam, and an 11th Gen Intel chip.
If you have room in your budget, you can get the all-new Surface Pro 9 with the same configuration as the base Surface Pro 8 for $200 more at $1,000 (although that’s not a sale). It packs the same features but uses the 12th Gen Intel Core i5 processor for slightly improved performance. Microsoft is offering an Essentials Bundle for the latest 2-in-1, which includes a Type Cover, Microsoft 365, and a discounted Protection Plan.
The Surface Laptop 4 (7/10, WIRED Recommends) is the best option for most people (the new Surface Laptop 5 doesn’t offer enough upgrades to justify the extra cost). The Laptop 4 comes with a gorgeous high-resolution 13.5-inch display (the 15-inch version is also on sale), along with a nice keyboard and glass trackpad. Microsoft skimps on ports, but you get one USB-C port and one USB-A port. You also have the choice between an AMD Ryzen chip or an Intel processor – we’ve tested both and, while they each have their pros and cons, either will be able to handle most tasks.
If you’re a power user, the Surface Laptop Studio is a great machine (8/10, WIRED recommends). Thanks to its unique hinge, you get both a 2-in-1 laptop and a tablet, allowing you to take notes or sketch. Our only complaint is that, at 4 pounds, it’s too heavy to carry around for long periods of time. It’s best used on a table or on your lap, and if you plan to use it for playing video games or editing videos, we recommend splurging on this setup, which comes with a Nvidia GeForce RTX 3050 Ti graphics card.
This offer is also available on Amazon. The Surface Go 3 is a solid 2-in-1 for students, even though it’s a year old and lacks all-day battery life. It is affordable compared to other Surface devices. And it supports Microsoft’s Surface Pen and Type Cover (both sold separately), making it a great option for note-taking and completing schoolwork. We suggest sticking with the Intel Core i3 chipset with 8GB of RAM and 128GB of storage if you plan to use the Surface Go 3 every day with lots of multitasking.
Game offers
Whether you’re struggling to secure the Xbox Series X (since its stock constantly fluctuates) or you don’t need such a powerful console, the Xbox Series S is a great alternative. It’s smaller and doesn’t support discs, but can power games up to 120fps (at 1440p resolution and not 4K). It’s also the lowest price we’ve tracked for the Series S.
The Portal headset is Bang & Olufsen’s first accessory designed specifically for Xbox, with near-instant wireless connection to Xbox Series X, S and Xbox One as well as Dolby Atmos support. It also doubles up as a solid pair of noise-canceling headphones, with the ability to switch between console and Bluetooth, plus a companion app with an equalizer feature.
This offer is also available on Amazon. Since the Xbox comes with just one controller in the box, you’re probably on the lookout for extras, especially if you’re planning on playing video games with friends or family over the holidays. You’ll find discounts on all four color options, including Carbon Black, Robot White, Shock Blue, Pulse Red, and Electric Volt.
Microsoft offers deals on over 900 titles. Many of these are included in its Game Pass subscription service, which you can get for $1 right now for the first month. Here are some of our favorite Xbox Series X/S games currently on sale:
If you’re a PC gamer, Steam’s Fall Sale is also happening right now!
