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The Gigabyte MO27Q2A 27-inch QD-OLED gaming monitor is currently available for AUD $669 at Umart, down from its $799 MSRP. Buyers also receive a free digital copy of Onimusha: Way of the Sword, which carries a $100 RRP. The monitor features a 280Hz refresh rate, 0.03ms response time, and dual VESA certifications for HDR and motion clarity.
Best Buy has slashed $1,000 off the Asus ROG Flow Z13, bringing the 64GB RAM configuration down to $2,099.99 with free shipping. The 2.65-pound convertible laptop packs an AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 395 processor and Radeon 8060S integrated graphics that nearly match an RTX 5060 mobile, making it significantly more powerful than handheld rivals like the Xbox Ally X while weighing just one pound more.
Microsoft has removed two support documents that recommended 32 GB of RAM for serious gaming, a move that coincides with the reintroduction of 8 GB Surface laptops priced at $1,299. The deleted guidance conflicts with Microsoft's new hardware lineup, which fails to meet Copilot+ PC memory requirements while charging a premium for baseline specifications.
Keyboard manufacturer Keychron has announced ZGM, a new open-source firmware project targeting gaming mice. The initiative aims to give users greater control over their hardware through community-driven development and transparent code.
Woot is selling a Grade A Refurbished Nintendo Switch 2 bundle with Mario Kart World for $419, a $20 drop from last week's price. The deal arrives just before Nintendo raises the console's MSRP to $499.99 on September 1, making this the lowest price yet for the new hardware.
VITURE is offering an extra 15% off its entire lineup of refurbished XR glasses through its official eBay storefront using coupon code REFURBLOVE. The deal includes the gaming-focused Beast model and the productivity-oriented Luma series, each backed by a two-year Allstate warranty. For players who have wanted a portable giant screen without the full retail price, this refurbished sale makes the entry point significantly more approachable.
Dell has slashed $1,500 off its flagship Alienware Area-51 desktop, bringing the Ryzen 7 9850X3D and RTX 5090 configuration down to $5,399.99 shipped. The system packs 64GB of DDR5-6400MHz RAM and a 360mm liquid cooler inside a chassis that dwarfs the Aurora R16.
AI-driven memory demand has pushed RAM and GPU prices to record highs, making 2026 the worst year in recent memory to build or buy a gaming PC. But for players who already own capable hardware, this year is shaping up to be surprisingly strong — major releases are running well on older systems, and developers are optimizing for the hardware people actually have.
Dell Outlet has restocked a refurbished Alienware Area-51 desktop packing an RTX 5090, 64GB of DDR5 RAM, and a 4TB SSD for $5,044 with a full warranty. The configuration represents a notable discount compared to current component pricing, though it remains firmly out of reach for most buyers.
Amazon has dropped the Samsung Odyssey OLED G5 27-inch QHD monitor to $299.99 with a $200 instant discount and free shipping. The QD-OLED panel delivers 180Hz refresh rates and includes a three-year warranty with burn-in coverage. This deal matches the best price we've seen on a premium OLED gaming display this year.
