Huge Best Buy weekend sale — save on Pixel 7a, MacBook Pro, more

Louis Ramirez
·19 min read
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Another Best Buy weekend sale is here. While these sales are usually overhyped by the retailer, they oftentimes include hidden deals that could be worth your time.

Additionally, now that the first Memorial Day sales of the season are starting to surface, Best Buy is being extra aggressive with its weekend deals. So I've combed through the weekend's list of deals and I'm highlighting my personal picks below. I've been covering retail deals for over a decade, so I can spot an "everyday sale" from a really good price drop. So whether you need a new TV, coffee machine, or headphones, here are the deals I recommend you check out. For more ways to save, read our guide to this week's Best Buy coupon codes.

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TVs

Smart TV sale: deals from $79 @ Best Buy
Best Buy has one of the most epic deals of all time. The retailer has TVs on sale for as low as $79. Keep in mind, the cheap TVs tend to be smaller, 720p models (which are more suitable for a children's room or guest room). However, the sale also includes larger 4K sets. View Deal

Insignia 43" F30 4K Fire TV: was $299 now $199 @ Best Buy
The Insignia F30 is one of  the cheapest 4K TVs you can get. In our Insignia F30 Fire TV review, we called it one of the best bargain TVs around. This 4K TV features HDR10 support, DTS Studio Sound, an Alexa-enabled voice remote, and three HDMI 2.1 ports. Plus, as a Fire TV, you've got easy access to all the streaming apps you could want.View Deal

Toshiba 65" 4K Fire TV: was $599 now $379 @ Best Buy
The Toshiba Fire TV is the perfect smart TV for anyone who wants a modern TV on a small budget. It supports Dolby Vision, HDR, and HDR10 content as well as DTS Virtual: X audio. In our Toshiba C350 Fire TV review, we said its color accuracy, low lag time, and responsive Fire TV operating system make it a great value for budget shoppers. View Deal

Roku 65" Select Series 4K TV: was $449 now $399 @ Best Buy
The Roku Select is part of Roku's new line of TVs made in-house. It features HDR 10 Plus/HLG support, Apple HomeKit/Alexa/Google Assistant compatibility, and four HDMI ports. It also comes with Roku's platform for all your streaming needs. Sold exclusively at Best Buy, it's on sale at its lowest price ever.View Deal

LG 75" 4K TV: was $899 now $779 @ Best Buy
The LG UQ9000 is a big-screen TV packed with some of today's best tech. You get HDR 10/HLG support, built-in Google Assistant and Amazon Alexa, Apple AirPlay 2 support, and a voice remote. The panel has a 60Hz refresh rate and the TV includes three HDMI ports. View Deal

Sony 65" X85K 4K TV: was $1,099 now $799 @ Best Buy
This midrange Sony TV is a great 4K model. As a Google TV, it gives you instant access to all the best streaming services, as well as HDR and Dolby Vision features. It's also designed to take advantage of PlayStation consoles with exclusive features that will improve picture quality when gaming. This 65-inch Sony 4K TV is currently $200 off at Best Buy. View Deal

LG C2 48" OLED 4K TV: was $1,099 now $1,049 @ Best Buy
We named this stunning television the best TV of 2022. It combines exceptional picture-quality with a slick design. It's also ideal for gamers with a 120Hz refresh rate and offers all easy access to all the streaming services you could need. All sizes are on sale, but the 48-inch model just got an additional price cut in cart. NOTE: Walmart is now offering a better deal. They have the 55-inch LG C2 on sale for $999.View Deal

Samsung Freestyle Projector: was $799 now $599 @ Best Buy
Why settle for a 75-inch TV when you can use this projector on up to a 100-inch surface. The Samsung Freestyle is a 1080p portable projector. The 1.8-pound projector is light enough to toss in a backpack and can project onto a variety of different surfaces from 30 to 100 inches. It features 360-degree sound and lets you summon Alexa or Bixby via its built-in smart assistant support. View Deal

Smartphones

Google Pixel 7a: was $499 now $449 @ Best Buy
Free $50 gift card! Best Buy is knocking $50 off all Pixel 7a purchases. (You'll need to activate your phone during checkout to get this deal). Additionally, you'll get a free $50 Best Buy gift card for with your phone purchase. The phone features a 6.1-inch OLED (2400 x 1080) 90Hz display, Tensor G2 CPU, 8GB of RAM, and 128GB of storage. You also get a
64MP (f/1.89) main camera lens, 13MP (f/2.2) ultrawide lens, and a 13MP (f/2.2) front camera. In our Google Pixel 7a review, we said Google's new phone offers the most premium features out of any budget phone for your money.View Deal

Galaxy A54: was $449 now $374 @ Best Buy
The Galaxy A54 is the best budget smartphone you can buy. In our Samsung Galaxy A54 review, we said it offers solid battery life, a bright and colorful display, and an improved main camera that's great when the lights are low. It features a 6.4-inch FHD AMOLED 120Hz display, Exynos 1380 chipset, 6GB of RAM, and 128GB of storage. Rear camera lenses include a 50MP main (f/1.8), 12MP ultrawide (f/2.2), and 5MP macro (f/2.4). On the front you'll find a 32MP (f/2.2) lens.View Deal

Galaxy S22 Ultra: was $1,199 now $799 @ Best Buy
It's no longer Samsung's flagship, but the S22 Ultra is still an amazing phone. In our Galaxy S22 Ultra review, we said the Editor's Choice phone is easily the most powerful and versatile Android phone this side of a foldable. It features the best display we've tested in a phone and Samsung's much improved cameras, which are great in low light. The battery life could be better (10:18 in our tests), but overall this is a smartphone worthy of of its Ultra moniker. View Deal

Google Pixel 7 Pro: was $899 now $849 @ Best Buy
The Pixel 7 Pro features a stunning 6.7-inch QHD display with a 120Hz refresh rate, some of the best cameras we've ever tested — including a 5x telephoto zoom — and Google's very best software tricks that you can't get on any other Android. In our Pixel 7 Pro review, we called the Editor's Choice phone Google's best phone ever.View Deal

Headphones

Samsung Galaxy Buds Live: was $149 now $99 @ Best Buy
The Samsung Galaxy Buds Live offer active noise cancellation, touch controls, and great sound for their price. In our Samsung Galaxy Buds Live review, we called them an impressive pair of wireless earbuds that make a great alternative to Apple's base AirPods and Google's Pixel Buds 2. Just note that their ANC isn't the best we've tested and they won't be able to filter out street noise. Otherwise, you get plenty of customization thanks to the linked app and strong battery life to keep the music going all day long.View Deal

AirPods: was $129 now $99 @ Best Buy
4 free months of Apple Music! Best Buy has the Apple AirPods with standard/wired charging case on sale for $99. That's one of the best deals you'll find this week at Best Buy. These cheap AirPods feature Apple's H1 chip for fast wireless connectivity with Apple devices. They also come with a free 6-month Apple Music trial. View Deal

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2: was $149 now $99 @ Best Buy
The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 offer customizable sound, good ANC, and a comfortable fit. They’ve also got great functionality with the Galaxy Wearable app and wireless charging. They charge super fast, and can be topped off using PowerShare when they're running low on battery. In our Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 review we said they offer plenty of functionality at an attainable price with sound that's both versatile and vibrant.

AirPods 3 (2021): was $179 now $149 @ Best Buy
The AirPods 3 offer Spatial Audio, which creates immersive listening experiences for music-listening, movie-watching, and more. They're also IPX4 sweat and water resistant, a feature that was previously exclusive to the AirPods Pro. In our Apple AirPods 3 review, we said they're essentially the AirPods Pro minus the noise cancellation and eartips.View Deal

AirPods Pro 2 (2022): was $249 now $199 @ Best Buy
The AirPods Pro 2 pack Apple's new H2 chip to provide 2x more noice cancellation than their predecessors. They also offer Personalized Spatial Audio with dynamic head tracking for a more immersive audio experience. In our AirPods Pro 2 review, we said they take everything we loved about the original AirPods Pro to the next level. This is their lowest price ever.View Deal

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro: was $229 now $199 @ Best Buy
The Editor's Choice Samsung Buds 2 Pro earbuds hold their own against the best ANC buds. In our Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro review, we said they deliver great sound and superb ANC, which makes them an essential companion for Galaxy mobile owners. The updated design provides improved comfort, while battery life runs to 5 hours (with ANC) before needing a recharge. The charging case gives 29 hours worth of playback time before needing a top up.View Deal

Sony WF-1000XM4 Wireless Earbuds: were $279 now $199 @ Best Buy
If you own an Android phone, the Sony WF-1000XM4 are the best noise cancelling earbuds you can buy — yes, even better than the Google Pixel Buds Pro and AirPods Pro 2. That's because the 1000XM4 offer HD music upscaling using Sony's proprietary DSEE Extreme upscaler and offer some of the best active noise-cancellation in any true wireless earbuds. The 8-hour battery life is enough to get you through the day, plus the extra 16 hours of charge in the case means you can go a few days before recharging.

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2: was $299 now $249 @ Best Buy
The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 take ANC to the next level. In our Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 review, we said these buds are a remarkable follow-up to their predecessors delivering better sound, call quality, and unrivaled ANC. Sound balance and noise neutralization work extremely well and battery life lasts up to 6 hours, with an extra 24 hours via the charging case.View Deal

Bose QuietComfort 45: was $329 now $279 @ Best Buy
The Bose QC 45 offer enhanced active noise cancellation, better sound, and longer battery life than their predecessors. In our Bose QuietComfort 45 review, said they're a no brainer for Bose fans who want to swap out their older QC headphones for something more modern, or shoppers who want first-class Bose noise cancellation at a cheaper price than the premium Bose 700.View Deal

Apple

MacBook Air (M1/256GB): was $999 now $799 @ Best Buy
Despite being a generation old, the MacBook Air M1 offers fantastic performance thanks to its Apple Silicon. The M1 CPU also helped it reach over 14 hours on our battery test. It features a 13.3-inch Retina display, Apple M1 CPU, 8GB of RAM, and a 256GB SSD. View Deal

MacBook Pro 13" (M2/256GB): was $1,299 now $1,149 @ Best Buy
The 2022 MacBook Pro sports a 13.3-inch Retina display (2560 x 1600), Apple's new M2 CPU w/ 10 core GPU, 8GB of RAM, and a 256GB SSD. In our MacBook Pro 13-inch M2 review, we said it delivers mind-blowing performance and an epic 18:20 battery life. Keep in mind that this laptop has been cheaper before, so if you can wait for Memorial Day proper, that would be my suggestion. View Deal

10.2" iPad (64GB/2021): was $329 now $269 @ Best Buy
The 10.2-inch iPad features Apple's A13 Bionic CPU, a new 12MP front camera, and 64GB of storage (instead of 32GB like its predecessor). You also get support for Center Stage, which uses machine learning to adjust the front-facing camera during FaceTime video calls. Deals on this base model are rare, so snatch this up while you can. View Deal

10.9" iPad 2022 (WiFi/64GB): was $449 now $399 @ Best Buy
The 2022 iPad features a large 10.9-inch (2360 x 1640) screen, A14 Bionic CPU, 12MP rear/front cameras, USB-C connectivity, and Magic Keyboard Folio ($249) support. Although it received a considerable $120 price increase from its predecessor, it's now on sale. In our iPad 2022 review, we said it delivers almost everything you could want in a modern table. View Deal

Apple Watch 8 (41mm/GPS): was $399 now $329 @ Best Buy
The Apple Watch 8 sports a new skin temperature sensor to monitor sleep tracking and cycle tracking. It also comes with new advanced safety features like Crash Detection, which can sense when you've been in a car crash. In our Apple Watch 8 review, we called it the best smartwatch hands down. It's been as cheap as $323 in the past, which makes this a pretty great price. View Deal

Apple Watch SE 2022 (GPS/40mm): was $249 now $219 @ Best Buy
The new Apple Watch SE sports a modern processor (S8), Crash Detection capability, and watchOS 9. It's also priced from $249, which is $30 cheaper than last year's model. In our Apple Watch SE 2022 review, we called it the best Apple Watch value you'll find. Note that it hit $199 earlier this month, so if you can afford to wait — we could see that price again. View Deal

MacBook Air (M2/256GB): was $1,199 now $1,049 @ Best Buy
The MacBook Air M2 boasts a load of new features. It includes a larger 13.6-inch Liquid Retina display (2560 x 1664), Apple's new M2 w/ 8-core GPU, 8GB of RAM, 256GB SSD, 1080p FaceTime camera, four-speaker system with Spatial Audio, and MagSafe charging. In our MacBook Air M2 review, we called the Editor's Choice laptop an unbeatable combo of performance, design, and battery life.View Deal

MacBook Pro 14" (M1 Pro/512GB): was $1,999 now $1,599 @ Best Buy
Save $400! The 2021 MacBook Pro sports Apple's new M1 Pro CPU, which delivers 8 more GPU cores, a better Media Engine, and more memory bandwidth than the already incredible M1 chip. It's also Apple's first 14-inch MacBook Pro featuring a 14.2-inch Liquid Retina XDR mini-LED display with 3024 x 1984 resolution. Others specs include 16GB of RAM and a 1TB SSD. You also get three Thunderbolt 4 ports, HDMI port, SDXC card slot, and a MagSafe 3 port. View Deal

MacBook Pro 16" (M1 Pro/512GB): was $2,499 now $1,999 @ Best Buy
Save $500! The 16-inch MacBook Pro sports Apple's new M1 Pro CPU. It features 10 core and a 16-core GPU. It also features a 16-inch Liquid Retina XDR mini-LED display with 3456 x 2244 resolution. Others specs include 16GB of RAM and a 512GB SSD. You also get three Thunderbolt 4 ports, HDMI port, SDXC card slot, and a MagSafe 3 port. This model can be configured with an even more powerful M1 Max CPU (from $3,499), which features a 10-core CPU and 32-core GPU. View Deal

8.3" iPad mini (WiFi/64GB): was $499 now $399 @ Best Buy
The Editor's Choice 2021 iPad mini features an all new thin-bezel design, a larger 8.3.inch Liquid Retina display, A15 Bionic CPU, 12MP wide camera, and USB-C connectivity. It also works with the Apple Pencil 2. In our iPad mini 6 review, we called it a perfect fit for anyone looking for a one-handed tablet experience for reading books or watching movies.View Deal

Appliances

Bella Pro Series 4qt Air Fryer: was $59 now $39 @ Best Buy
Air Fryers are becoming an essential kitchen gadget. Not only are air fryers easy to use, throwing food into what's essentially a super-fast heating compact convection oven makes it far more convenient than waiting for a standard oven to pre-heat. The Bella Pro Series Air Fryer has excellent reviews at Best Buy, and at a 4.2-qt capacity, you can load it up with lots of healthy chicken strips or French fries. It's perfect for a household of 4 to 6 people. View Deal

Ninja AF101 Air Fryer: was $119 now $79 @ Best Buy
The Ninja AF101 Air Fryer comes with a four-quart capacity which is ideal to cook for a small family. In addition, it can roast, reheat, and dehydrate delicious meals in less time. It has a non-stick basket and crisper plate that can hold up to 2 lbs of French fries or other tasty foods with ease. With a handy digital display, it’s easy to use at just a touch of a button. Designed to be lightweight and easy to clean, removable parts are dishwasher safe.View Deal

Keurig K-Select Single Coffee Maker: was $149 now $99 @ Best Buy
Although it's one of the cheaper Keurig models, in our Keurig K-Select review we called this machine a step above the K-Classic due to its ability to brew stronger, more flavorful coffee. It can brew four cup sizes, so you can enjoy 6, 8, 10, or up to 12 ounces of your favorite coffee, tea, hot cocoa, or iced beverage. It also includes a large 52-ounce water reservoir.View Deal

Keurig K-Elite Coffee Maker: was $189 now $129 @ Best Buy
The Keurig K-Elite Coffee Maker offers a specific setting for iced coffee. It has the capacity to brew drinks from 4 ounces to a whopping 12 ounces. The K-Elite also benefits from Quiet Brew, which minimizes noise during brewing, and reminds you when it's time to descale as well. In our Keurig K-Eilte review, we said it's one of the best Keurig coffee makers, ready for iced coffee, stronger brews, and dispensing hot water.View Deal

Ninja Hot and Cold Brewed System: was $199 now $149 @ Best Buy
Expand your repertoire of specialist coffees and teas with this all-in-one Ninja. It can brew a range of coffee drinks and also includes cold brew settings. In our Ninja Hot and Cold Brewed System review, we said coffee and tea lovers will appreciate the flexibility of being able to make their beverages as simple or fancy as they want right from the comforts of home.View Deal

Ninja Mega Kitchen System Blender: was $199 now $159 @ Best Buy
The Ninja Mega Kitchen System Blender can mix, blend, juice, and process all of your favorite foods. It has a high-volume 72-ounce blender capacity and also includes a 64-ounce round bowl that doubles as a food processor along with two 16-ounce blender cups with built-in blades for smoothies and shakes. View Deal

Ecovacs Deebot T8 Plus: was $749 now $524 @ Best Buy
The Deebot T8 Plus is a vacuum cleaner than can do it all. In addition to its vacuuming and mopping capabilities, this smart vac can create a virtual map of your home with unlimited virtual boundaries. It can also empty its dustbin into a disposable dust bag and last for up to three hours on a single charge. It's a generous $225 off right now at Best Buy. View Deal

iRobot Roomba i3+ EVO: was $549 now $399 @ Best Buy
The Roomba i3+EVO  has a self-emptying base that takes up to 60 days to fill, removing yet another chore from your to-do list. It also features dual multi-surface rubber brushes that flex to adjust to different floor types and avoid getting tangled with pet hair. It's also compatible with Google Assistant and Amazon Alexa, which means you can clean your home via voice commands. View Deal

Smart Home

Echo Dot: was $39 now $19 @ Best Buy
The third-generation Echo Dot is back on sale at Best Buy. In some ways, we like its unobtrusive design even more than the 4th-gen Echo Dot — and you still get all of Alexa on this model, including a good speaker for personal listening, skills, smart home connectivity, and more.View Deal

Amazon Fire TV Stick Lite: was $29 now $19 @ Best Buy
The new Fire TV Stick Lite is a cheaper version of the Fire TV Stick. Like its pricier counterpart, this 1080p streamer supports HDR, HDR 10, HDR10+, and HLG, but it lacks Dolby Atmos Audio and dedicated volume/power buttons. Otherwise, this streamer is your best pick if you're looking for a cheap streamer. View Deal

Fire TV Stick 4K: was $49 now $31 @ Best Buy
The Fire TV Stick 4K is the perfect way to stream all the Prime Video, Netflix and live TV you want at a low price. The streaming device provides excellent video quality and supports Dolby Vision, HDR and HDR10+.View Deal

Echo Dot (5th Gen): was $49 now $29 @ Best Buy
The 2022 Echo Dot is one of the best Alexa speakers you can buy if you're on a budget. The new model features eero built-in and a room temperature sensor that can initiate certain Alexa smart home routines. View Deal

Fire TV Stick 4K Max: was $54 now $34 @ Best Buy
The Fire TV Stick 4K Max is the best Fire TV device Amazon's ever made, thanks to performance gains and a slightly updated remote that helps cord-cutters jump to live TV. It's not an essential upgrade, but it's worth the extra money. View Deal