Black Friday used to be the day, but in 2025, it’s more like Black November. Deals start early, restocks disappear overnight, and the best offers don’t wait until Friday.
If you’re planning to upgrade or buy a prebuilt gaming PC, your edge comes from being ready not reactive. Prices shift fast, bundles rotate, and knowing when and where to strike can make the difference between a smart buy and a missed opportunity.
And don’t forget about gaming peripherals. While GPUs and CPUs tend to have limited discounts, keyboards, mice, headsets, and monitors often see much steeper price drops.
If you’ve been waiting to upgrade your setup’s finishing touches like a mechanical keyboard, ultra-wide monitor, or wireless gaming headset, Black Friday is prime time. Peripherals are usually the first to drop and the easiest deals to grab before the bigger components start fluctuating. Stores like Corsair, ASUS ROG and Razer almost always have great discount on Black Friday or leading to Black Friday.
What the Market Looks Like Right Now
Prices have started to stabilize since the RTX 50 Series launched in January, creating the first real window for competitive deals on next-gen hardware. (As of October 10th 2025)
GPUs: The RTX 5090 debuted at $1,999 MSRP, but partner cards from ASUS, MSI, and Gigabyte still hover between $2,400–$3,000 depending on cooling and factory OC.
Meanwhile, Across the market, the RTX 5070 and 5070 Ti are gaining serious traction on Steam. Proof that mid-tier builds are now delivering the best mix of value and performance.
CPUs: Watch for price drops on AMD’s Ryzen 7 9800X3D and Ryzen 9 9950X3D, plus Intel’s Core Ultra 7 265K and Core Ultra 9 285K. These processors bring top tier gaming performance at far less than workstation pricing. For reference, Black Friday 2024 saw the Intel Core i7-14700K drop by up to $125 off, while the AMD Ryzen 9 9950X hit discounts as high as $320 off.
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Phoenix Gaming PC – GeForce RTX 5090 l AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D
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Elysium Gaming PC – GeForce RTX 5070 | Intel Core Ultra 7 265K
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The Smart Strategy for 2025
The best tech offers often appear quietly during the first and third week of November, then vanish or change right before Black Friday. If you’re tracking PC hardware, that means:
Don’t wait until Black Friday itself.
A $4,699 RTX 5090 build might dip to $4,499 for just a day or two before returning to full price. That’s why it pays to follow trusted retailers directly.
The previous year, on Reddit, one builder mentioned holding off on buying a GPU during Black Friday last year, hoping for deeper discounts, only to see prices jump back up days later (r/buildapc). It’s a reminder that in 2025, waiting doesn’t always pay off and that it’s crucial to keep a close eye on pricing trends. System integrators like us post verified, consistent pricing without inflated markups or sudden changes, so when a deal lands, you know it’s the real thing, no fake markups, no flash-price traps. Our prices stay consistent and true all year long, as long as there are no fluctuations in the market.
Stay dialed in. Turn on notifications and keep an eye on your favorite site, socials, and newsletters. This year, major brands across the industry are rolling out Black November events, meaning the best offers could land well before Black Friday itself. From RTX 50 Series Builds to Corsair accessory bundles and limited-time GPU + SSD combos.
Steps to Prep Before Deals Drop
Define Your Target Specs: Know your “sweet spot” early. GPU, CPU, RAM, and SSD. If you’re aiming for high FPS 1440p or 4K gaming, look for an RTX 5070, 5080, or 5090 paired with an AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D or Intel Core Ultra 9 285K. Knowing your target specs means you’ll recognize a real deal when it appears.
Set Up Alerts and Notifications: Turn on notifications from your go to PC builder companies, gaming PC stores, and hardware retailers. Most pre Black Friday deals drop midweek, and joining their email lists or push alerts often gets you early access to exclusive discounts.
Pre-Register for Early Access: Sign up ahead of time for exclusive access to limited builds (like Ready-to-Ship PCs) and perks like free SSD upgrades, RGB kits, or extended warranties. Consider it your VIP pass before the chaos starts.
Leverage Bundles and Add-Ons: Bundles are where smart buyers win. Watch for prebuilt gaming PC deals that pack in free NVMe upgrades, bonus RAM, or gaming peripherals. Many also include extra warranty coverage or free shipping making a $200 bundle worth more than a plain $100 markdown.
In the 2025 Black Friday landscape, speed and awareness are everything. Prebuilt gaming PCs remain in high demand, and the line between a good deal and a great one is razor-thin.
Be prepared, know your parts, and when the right deal drops click fast.
This Black Friday, your biggest advantage is timing… and a little help from VRLA Tech.
