Best Presidents Day sales for gamers 2026, all the biggest early deals across PS5, Switch, PC, and Xbox

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All the best Presidents Day deals for gamers are officially here, as the annual holiday has ushered in discounts at Best Buy, Amazon, Walmart, Dell, and more. Everything from consoles and controllers to more expensive setup enhancements like the latest gaming monitors has been given the chop, and I've picked out the top offers to save you the trouble.

You're not just getting any old discount in this treasure trove, though. No - instead, I've kept my search limited only to the Presidents Day sales offering record-low prices. If it's been cheaper in the past, you won't find it on this page. That way, you won't be left wondering if you should wait for other sales in 2026 or take advantage of appealing gaming deals happening right now.

Presidents Day sales for gamers at a glance

Amazon: games from $14.99
Best Buy: up to 70% off accessories
Corsair: up to $800 off PCs
Dell: PCs and laptops from $1,099
HP: up to 50% off gaming
Newegg: up to 94% off gaming
Razer: up to 38% off chairs
SteelSeries: buy one get one 40% off
Walmart: Switch games from $5

The best Presidents Day sales for gamers

Atari 2600+ Pac-Man Edition | $169.99 $149.99 at Amazon
Save $20 - Now down to its lowest price, the Pac-Man version of Atari's excellent 2600+ is under $150 for the first time. It is more expensive than the default woodgrain version, but the collectable system does come with a special Pac-Man cartridge and a matching wireless controller, so you're getting a few extra goodies inside the box.

Featured in: Best retro consoles

Buy it if:

✅ You want to run old Atari carts
✅ You love Pac-Man

Don't buy it if:

❌ You'd prefer an emulation device
❌ You're looking for a woodgrain Atari

Super Pocket Technos Edition | $69.99 $48.70 at Amazon
Save $21.29 - The small, but mighty Super Pocket has returned to its lowest ever price, and while it's always a great value retro handheld, it does now have a higher MSRP than at launch. Therefore, seeing the Evercade-compatible for under $50 is always a reason to celebrate, and Presidents Day sure made it happen.

Featured in: Best retro handhelds

Buy it if:

✅ You want a Game-Boy-inspired handheld
✅ You prefer physical games

Don't buy it if:

❌ You want to run your own ROMs
❌ You'd rather use a horizontal handheld

Corsair Sabre V2 Pro Ultralight | $99.99 $79.99 at Amazon
Save $20 - The Corsair Sabre V2 Pro Ultralight was already punching well above its weight in price at launch, but with $20 off this 36g speedster it's looking particularly impressive this Presidents Day. This $20 discount has been jumping on and off the shelves for the last few weeks.

Featured in: Best gaming mouse

Buy it if:

✅ You prioritize speed and low weight
✅ You play competitively
✅ You only need two side buttons

Don't buy it if:

❌ You want more personalization

SteelSeries Arctis Nova 3X Wireless gaming headset | $109.99 $89.99 at Amazon
Save $20 - It may only be a $20 discount, but this is the cheapest the SteelSeries Arctis Nova 3X drops. You're getting a wireless headset with a whole wad of per-game EQ presets, excellent sound, and a comfortable design here.

Featured in: Best gaming headsets

Buy it if:

✅ You play across multiple platforms
✅ You prefer fabric cushions
✅ A wireless connection is a priority

Don't buy it if:

❌ You want the brand's best audio quality

Razer Wolverine V3 Pro Xbox / PC controller | $199.99 $139.99 at Amazon
Save $60 - The Razer Wolverine V3 Pro has just tumbled down to its lowest price yet, after spending the holiday sales season stuck at around $160. This is the first time I've seen this top gamepad this cheap.

Featured in: Best Xbox Series X controller

Read more: Razer Wolverine V3 Pro review

Buy it if:

✅ You play competitively
✅ You prefer tactile microswitches
✅ Durability is a priority

Don't buy it if:

❌ You need some RGB

Razer DeathAdder V4 Pro | $169.99 $149.99 at Amazon
Save $20 - I've been stalking this rodent like a hawk over the last year, just waiting for that $169.99 MSRP to finally scurry downwards. Amazon has just dropped a $20 coupon discount (be sure to check the box on the page) on the top-rated gaming mouse I've had on the desk. That's the first time I've spotted any discounts on this model.

Featured in: Best gaming mouse

Read more: Razer DeathAdder V4 Pro review

Buy it if:

✅ You use a claw or palm grip
✅ You prioritize speed
✅ You like a loud, tactile click

Don't buy it if:

❌ You don't need competitive speed

Asus ROG Falcata Hall effect gaming keyboard | $419.99 $279.99 at Best Buy
Save $140 - The Asus ROG Falcata launched at a ludicrously high $420 price point, but it's still one of the best magnetic decks I've tested so far. With $140 off the final price, Best Buy is matching a record-low rate first spotted over Black Friday.

Featured in: Best gaming keyboards

Read more: Asus ROG Falcata review

Buy it if:

✅ You play competitive FPS
✅ You already know you like magnetic switches
✅ A wireless connection is a priority

Don't buy it if:

❌ You want a split design specifically for ergonomics

KTC 27-inch OLED QHD gaming monitor | $579.99 $449.98 at Amazon
Save $130 - We took a punt on this KTC monitor when we first reviewed it a couple of years ago, and came away pleasantly surprised. The KTC G27P6 isn't just one of our favorite monitors for sheer value; it's also on sale for a record-low price this week. I've only ever seen this $449.98 position in the last few weeks.

Featured in: Best PS5 monitor

Read more: KTC G27P6 review

Buy it if:

✅ You want speedy refresh rates
✅ You only play in QHD

Don't buy it if:

❌ 4K is a priority

Alienware 16X Aurora RTX 5060 gaming laptop | $1,969.99 $1,499.99 at Dell
Save $470 - You'll find cheaper RTX 5060 gaming laptops on the shelves right now, but if you're after that Alienware performance this is still a solid offer within the brand's remit. With $470 off the final price you're getting an Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX, 240Hz QHD+ display, and RTX 5060 GPU for just under $1,500.

Featured in: Best Alienware laptop

Read more: Alienware 16X Aurora review

Buy it if:

✅ You prioritize performance over screen quality
✅ You play lighter games at high settings
✅ You're happy to drop to 1080p for more demanding games

Don't buy it if:

❌ An OLED screen is a priority

Asus ROG Zephyrus G14 RTX 5070 Ti gaming laptop | $2,399.99 $1,899.99 at Best Buy
Save $500 - The Asus ROG Zephyrus G14 is one of the most popular gaming laptops on the market, but this 2025 release has stuck closer to its $2,399.99 MSRP than is typical. Best Buy is shifting those numbers $500 down the scale for Presidents Day this week.

Featured in: Best gaming laptop

Read more: Asus ROG Zephyrus G14 review

Buy it if:

✅ You need a laptop for work and play
✅ You don't want to sacrifice performance for portability
✅ An OLED display is a priority

Don't buy it if:

❌ You want high-end performance

BenQ X3100i 4K gaming projector | $2,399 $2,099 at Amazon
Save $300 - This is my top rated gaming projector, with super speedy 4K latencies and a super versatile design. Throw in a solid 3,300 lumen brightness and you've got yourself a winner. At $300 off, the BenQ X3100i is also cheaper than ever - this one usually caps out at $2,199 when on sale.

Featured in: Best projector for gaming

Read more: BenQ X3100i review

Buy it if:

✅ You're building a high-end gaming setup
✅ You don't want to spend big bucks on native 4K
✅ You need easy picture adjustment

Don't buy it if:

❌ You have a smaller space

FAQ

When will Presidents Day sales start?

Presidents Day sales start on Monday February 16 this year, though I'm already seeing discounts on the shelves a week out from the main event.

How long do Presidents Day sales last?

Presidents Day sales generally run for a few days after the actual holiday, before tapering out towards the end of the month. However, supplies can start to run low on more popular offers by the time even the big day arrives.

What usually goes on sale for Presidents Day?

Presidents Day sales are best known for their heavy discounts on larger items like kitchen and laundry appliances, TVs, and laptops. However, we're seeing more and more gaming tech featured in these annual discounts, with PlayStation, Xbox, and Nintendo all getting involved. Laptops and PCs are also particularly well served, as they are often featured within the same sites that run larger Presidents Day sales across general purpose devices.

We're also rounding up all the latest PS5 bundles and Nintendo Switch deals for those after a specific console. Or, take a look at the best Meta Quest deals on the shelves right now for more savings.

Managing Editor of Hardware at GamesRadar+, I originally landed in hardware at our sister site TechRadar before moving over to GamesRadar. In between, I've written for Tom’s Guide, Wireframe, The Indie Game Website and That Video Game Blog, covering everything from the PS5 launch to the Apple Pencil. Now, i'm focused on Nintendo Switch, gaming laptops (and the keyboards, headsets and mice that come with them), PS5, and trying to find the perfect projector.