Best Buy Techtober Sale: Top Verified Deals Still Available

Best Buy’s Techtober sale has been one of the standout October events for tech shoppers. With Amazon’s Prime Big Deal Days wrapped up, Best Buy is still offering significant discounts across categories, and the retailer’s in-store pickup and returns options make it appealing for larger purchases. We have tracked the deals, checked current prices, and highlighted the offers that are genuinely worth your money.

Laptop Deals

The standout laptop deal of the Techtober sale is the Dell XPS 13 (DX13260), priced at $800 (down from $950, saving $150). This is Wirecutter’s top pick for the best laptop under $1,000. The recommended configuration includes an Intel Core 5 processor, 16 GB of memory, and a 512 GB SSD, which is fast enough for a full four years of coursework or professional work.

It is thin and light, with a comfortable backlit keyboard, responsive trackpad, and matte touchscreen. The trade-offs: it lacks a headphone jack and has only two USB-C ports, and there is no fingerprint reader or physical webcam shutter. For most users, though, the $800 price point makes this an excellent value.

For budget shoppers, Best Buy also has Windows laptops starting at $179 in the Techtober sale, with Copilot+ PCs available from $699. With RAM prices spiking industry-wide, locking in a laptop with adequate memory right now is a smart move.

Home Theater and TV Deals

The Hisense C2 Ultra 4K Projector is priced at $1,900 (down from $2,300, saving $400). This is Wirecutter’s top pick for an all-in-one 4K projector for the living room. It is bright, has built-in streaming, a robust sound system, and gaming-friendly features. It supports AirPlay and Bluetooth, and the speaker system sounds significantly better than most projectors at this price.

Keep in mind: it is bulky and heavy due to the speakers and power cords inside the swiveling stand, and the dual HDMI inputs are version 2.0, so they will not support a 4K 120 Hz signal from the latest gaming consoles. For a living room projector, however, it is hard to beat at $1,900.

LG OLED TVs are also on sale during Techtober, with Tom’s Guide highlighting several models with meaningful discounts. If you have been waiting for a premium TV price drop, this sale is worth monitoring.

Student and Back-to-School Tech

The Techtober sale also overlaps with the back-to-school season, and Best Buy has historically been a destination for student tech purchases. Laptops starting at $179, Chromebooks from major brands, and tablet bundles are all featured in the current sale. For parents shopping for college students, the Dell XPS 13 at $800 is particularly well-suited: it is lightweight enough to carry between classes, powerful enough for four years of coursework, and the $150 discount makes it more accessible.

My Best Buy Plus members get additional benefits during the sale, including free expedited shipping and exclusive member-only deals. If you are planning to make multiple purchases during the sale period, the membership can pay for itself through additional savings.

Audio and Accessories

Bluetooth speakers are on sale from $39, with deals on JBL, Marshall, Ultimate Ears, and Bose models. The DJI Osmo Pocket 3, a popular tool for vloggers and content creators with 4K footage and strong stabilization, is also featured in the sale.

Nintendo Switch 2 bundles, including the Mario Kart World package with three months of Nintendo Switch Online, represent a $37 savings compared to buying each component individually.

What to Know Before You Buy

Techtober deals are available both online and in-store, with in-store pickup and returns as a key advantage over online-only retailers
My Best Buy Plus members may get additional discounts on top of sale prices
Prices were verified in early October 2026 and are subject to change; check Best Buy’s website for current availability

The Bottom Line

The Techtober sale offers genuine value, particularly on the Dell XPS 13 at $800 and the Hisense C2 projector at $1,900. With RAM prices elevated and new laptop architectures launching, buying a well-configured machine now can save you from paying more later. Check availability at your local Best Buy or online before the sale ends.

Sources: Wirecutter, Tom’s Guide, Consumer Reports

Related: Prime Day TV deals.