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The Best Deals Today: PS Portal, PS5 DualSense Controllers, New AMD Ryzen X3D CPUs, New iPad Air

by Andrew Apr 23,2025

Get ready for some fantastic deals this Wednesday, March 12! Today's highlights include a rare discount on a (used) PlayStation Portal accessory, Lenovo-exclusive price drops on PS5 DualSense metallic controllers, the first discount we've seen on the iPad Air with M3 chip, USB Type-C cables for just $2.99 each, Destiny-themed SteelSeries gaming headsets, and more.

PlayStation Portal (Used: Like New) for Under $160

PlayStation Portal

1$199.99 save 21%$158.70 at Amazon Used: Like New Condition

This PlayStation Portal, while used, looks and functions as if it were brand new. You might notice some moderate packing damage, but it won't affect your gaming experience. It's never been discounted before, but now you can save 20% by purchasing a Used: Like New condition unit from Amazon Resale for only $158.70 shipped. Originally priced at $199, this is a significant saving. Note that a Sony warranty may not be included, but Amazon Resale items come with the same 30-day return policy as new purchases. Expect these to sell out quickly.

Sony PS5 DualSense Controller for $54

Sterling Silver

Sony PS5 DualSense Controller

18$79.99 save 32%$54.00 at Lenovo Use code 'PLAY5'

Volcanic Red

Sony PS5 DualSense Controller

14$79.99 save 32%$54.00 at Lenovo Use code 'PLAY5'

Cobalt Blue

Sony PS5 DualSense Controller

6$79.99 save 32%$54.00 at Lenovo Use code 'PLAY5'

Lenovo has slashed the price of the PlayStation 5 DualSense controller to just below Black Friday levels. Choose from Sterling Silver, Volcanic Red, or Cobalt Blue, all available for only $54 with free shipping using the coupon code "PLAY5" at checkout. These eye-catching metallic colorways might not be discounted again for a while, so don't miss out.

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INIU 6ft USB Type-A to USB Type-C Cable for $2.99

INIU 6ft USB Type-A to USB Type-C Cable

0$8.99 save 67%$2.99 at Amazon Use code 'C2ALZ6LN'

Amazon is offering a 6-foot INIU USB Type-A to USB Type-C cable for just $2.99 with the promo code "C2ALZ6LN" at checkout. You can buy as many as you need, with the discount applying to each cable. These durable, nylon-braided cables support both data syncing and charging (Quick Charge 3.1A compatible), making this an excellent time to stock up.

New AMD Zen 5 X3D Gaming Processors Are Out Today

AMD Ryzen 9 9950X3D AM5 Desktop Processor

1$699.00 at Amazon $699.00 at Best Buy $699.00 at Newegg

AMD Ryzen 9 9900X3D AM5 Desktop Processor

1$599.00 at Amazon $599.00 at Best Buy $599.00 at Newegg

AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D AM5 Desktop Processor

15$479.00 at Amazon $479.00 at Best Buy $479.00 at Newegg

If you're considering an upgrade, now's the perfect time to join the AMD community. Alongside the Ryzen 7 9800X3D, AMD has launched two higher-end Ryzen 9 models in the Zen 5 "X3D" lineup: the 9950X3D at $699 and the 9900X3D at $599. These processors are top-tier for gaming across both AMD and Intel. Pure gamers should opt for the 9800X3D to allocate funds elsewhere, while creators with deeper pockets and a love for gaming will appreciate the performance boost from the Ryzen 9 processors, thanks to their increased core count and cache.

The New iPad Air 11" Is Out Today and Already on Sale

New Apple iPad Air 11" with M3 Chip

1$599.00 save 8%$549.00 at Amazon

The new iPad Air sits comfortably in the middle of Apple's tablet lineup, offering better specs than the baseline iPad but not as powerful as the iPad Pro. If you need more computing power than the baseline model, the iPad Air with the M3 chip is an excellent choice. It supports Apple Intelligence, unlike the baseline model, and is compatible with the new Magic Keyboard (see it at Apple) that includes a row of function keys and a trackpad.

SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7P Gaming Headset Destiny Edition

PS5, PC

SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7P Wireless Gaming Headset Destiny 2: The Final Shape Edition

0$199.99 save 35%$129.99 at SteelSeries $199.99 save 35%$129.99 at Amazon

Xbox, PC

SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X Wireless Gaming Headset Destiny 2: The Final Shape Edition

0$199.99 save 35%$129.99 at SteelSeries

SteelSeries' Spring Sale offers a 40% discount on both PS5 and Xbox versions of the SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7 Destiny 2: The Final Shape Edition wireless gaming headsets. The Destiny Edition includes a Booster Pack with themed speaker plates and headband, plus exclusive in-game items for Destiny 2.

HP Omen 25L RTX 4070 Ti Super Gaming PC for $1399.99

HP Omen 25L Intel Core i5-14400F RTX 4070 Ti Super Gaming PC

2$1,989.99 save 30%$1,399.99 at HP Use code 'HPDAYSPC50'

Take advantage of the HP Days Sale Event to snag a 4K-capable gaming PC at a great price. The HP Omen 25L GeForce RTX 4070 Ti Super Gaming PC is now just $1,399.99 after applying the $50 off coupon code "HPDAYSPC50". This is the best price we've seen for a prebuilt RTX 4070 Ti Super gaming desktop.

4-Pack Apple AirTags for $64.49

4-Pack Apple AirTags

15$99.00 save 35%$64.49 at Amazon

Amazon is selling a four-pack of Apple AirTags keyfinders for just $64.49, a savings of over $35 off the retail price. That's only $16.10 per AirTag, making it a practical accessory for iPhone users who often misplace items like wallets, keys, or remotes.

Samsung 990 Evo Plus 2TB PS5 SSD for $129.99

4TB for $259.99

Samsung 990 Evo Plus 2TB PCIe Gen 4x4 M.2 SSD

4$184.99 save 30%$129.99 at Amazon

Samsung 990 Evo Plus 4TB PCIe Gen 4x4 M.2 SSD

2$349.99 save 29%$249.99 at Amazon

Samsung's latest SSD, the 990 Evo Plus PCIe 4.0 M.2 NVMe, is on sale today. You can get the 2TB model for $129.99 or the 4TB model for $249.99, both at significant discounts. These SSDs are currently $40-$70 cheaper than the Samsung 990 Pro, and most gamers won't notice a difference in performance.

Apple AirPods Pro for $169.99

Apple AirPods Pro 2 with USB-C

10$249.00 save 32%$169.99 at Amazon

Amazon is offering the second-generation Apple AirPods Pro wireless noise-canceling earbuds for just $169.99 shipped, a 32% savings and the best deal on AirPods so far this year. Although they're about $20 more than the Apple AirPods 4 with ANC, the AirPods Pro provides superior sound quality and noise cancellation.

INIU 10,000mAh Power Bank for $9

INIU 10,000mAh USB Power Bank

10$24.99 save 64%$8.99 at Amazon

Grab this 10,000mAh power bank for only $8.99 after clipping the 10% off and 40% off coupons on the product page. It's rare to find 10,000mAh power banks under $10, so act fast. This power bank can charge a Nintendo Switch from 0% to 100% about 1.9 times.

4 Months of Hulu and Disney+ for $2.99/mo

4 Months of Hulu and Disney+ Basic Bundle for $2.99/mo

1$10.99 save 73%$2.99 at Hulu

For a limited time, Hulu is offering four months of the Disney+ and Hulu Basic (Ad-Supported) Bundle for just $2.99 per month. Normally priced at $10.99 per month, this deal is a rare opportunity and worth it for the Disney+ subscription alone.

5-Pack of Lisen USB Type-C Cables for $8

5-Pack Lisen USB Type-C Cables

2$14.99 save 47%$7.96 at Amazon Use code 'UNWEXMFD'

Pick up a five-pack of USB Type-C cables for just $7.96 using the promo code "UNWEXMFD". That's about $1.59 per cable. The pack includes two 3.3ft, two 6.6ft, and one 10ft cable, all rated for up to 60W of USB Power Delivery and encased in a durable braided nylon sheath.

New March Humble Choice Bundle Starts Now

Humble Choice - March 2025

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Discover your next great game with the Humble Choice March 2025 bundle, now live. Headlined by Homeworld 3, the bundle also includes other PC games like Wild Hearts, Pacific Drive, Zau, and Gravity Circuit. Instead of spending hundreds on these games individually, you can get all eight for just $11.99 at Humble Bundle this month.

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