One of the first things that most people worry about after a huge Thanksgiving dinner is their bowel movements – the state of their solids as it were. Pardon the disgusting imagery, but it’s a bit similar to what tech junkies, gamers and PC building enthusiasts go through during Black Friday. They’re worried about their computer’s storage and ability to move data, not just their bodies.
Installing a new SSD can be like a well-timed laxative for your rig and Black Friday is the best time to speed your PC/console up with an SSD deal or two. In this guide, we will show you how to score the best SSD deals to pair with those exciting Black Friday game discounts.
Black Friday SSD Deals
To prepare you for Black Friday, we’ve included a list of the best retailers to shop for Black Friday SSD deals. We’ve also included some examples of the Black Friday deals they’ve had in the past so you know what to expect from them this year.
In addition to this, we’ve listed a few pre-Black Friday deals worth checking out today. The guide then ends with a list of tips to help you get prepared for Black Friday PC-related discounts. Let’s get to it, shall we?
Who Will Have The Best SSD Black Friday Deals?
As per usual, this coming Black Friday, retailers will be going head to head to see who can herd the most traffic and ultimately make the most profit. This is good news for you because it means you’ll be able to benefit from some very outrageous price cuts.
Amazon
Amazon is known to break records during the holiday shopping season. You can bet that they’ll not only be fortifying their servers but their SSD prices as well. A good example of a previous SSD Black Friday deal from Amazon is the Crucial MX500 2T SATA SSD.
In 2018, it was regularly priced at $329.99, on Black Friday Amazon reduced it to $208.99, which means shoppers could save a whopping $121 if they bought it from Amazon. You can still get this SSD from Amazon for $219.99.
Samsung T5 Portable SSD – $299.99 (Save $180)
The Samsung T5 Portable SSD 2 TB version is quite expensive, priced at nearly $500. However, it’s currently on sale at Amazon going for 38% less.
WD Black SN750 1TB – $207.87 (Save $72.12)
WD Black SN750 is a prime example of a great SSD for gaming. If you’re looking for an internal solid-state drive to boost your setup, this might be the right value choice.
PNY CS900 – $48.99 (Save $41.00)
Looking for a budget gaming SSD that’s even less expensive than usual? Check out the nearly-50% discount on PNY CS900.
Newegg
Newegg specializes in the sale of computer hardware and electronics. If you’re a bargain-hunting gamer who likes to do his/her shopping online, then you should definitely bookmark this site.
Some of Newegg’s 2018 Black Friday deals included the Intel 545s 2.5″ 512GB 3D NAND SSD which was on sale for $54.99, reduced from $145.99.
B&H
If you’d rather support a small independent retailer over a large corporation like Amazon, then you should take a look into B&H. If you live anywhere near Manhattan, you should visit their store. Alternatively, you can also order any of their stock from their website.
Just to give you a taste of what you can expect from them this year in terms of Black Friday SSD deals, they had the Samsung 1TB 860 EVO SATA III M.2 Internal SSD, which was usually priced at around $199.99, on sale for $127.99. Which means you could have saved yourself $70.
eBay
eBay is one of the oldest and most culturally influential e-commerce and e-auctioneering sites on the internet today. What makes eBay an ideal place to shop during Black Friday is how it puts you in touch with multiple sellers. This gives you the ability to compare prices and shop for the cheapest.
An example of this is the HP EX900 M.2 500GB PCIe which sold for $68.99, reduced from $89.99. It was available from Newegg’s eBay store.
Other Stores and Services
Other stores worth visiting for SSD Black Friday deals include Walmart and Gearbeast. Of course, make sure to also check out Best Buy Black Friday deals. You can also shop directly from the SSD manufacturer. Brands like Crucial who are famous for producing high-quality SSDs such as the MX300 M.2 SSD are guaranteed to host their own Black Friday deals.
Other manufacturers and brands worth keeping an eye on include Samsung, HP, Lenovo, and Kingston.
Current Pre-Black Friday Deals on SSDs
To sow the seeds of attention, many retailers will launch early bird or pre-Black Friday specials. That is why we decided to list some of the very best SSD pre-Black Friday deals in this section.
WD 512GB My Passport SSD Portable Storage
- Listed Price: $159.99
- Reduced Price: $89.99 (44% off)
- Savings: $70.00
- Retailer: Amazon
Western Digital’s My Passport is considered one of the best external hard drives. The latest 512GB SSD version uses a 3.1 USB port. It’s small, quick and fast.
WD Blue 3D NAND 1TB Internal SSD
- Listed Price: $129.99
- Reduced Price: $114.99 (12%)
- Savings: $15.00
- Retailer: Newegg
If you’re looking for a great SSD for your PS4, then the 1TB internal drive from Western Digital is a worthy upgrade for anything that’s already in your system.
Samsung 2TB 860 EVO SATA III 2.5″ Internal SSD
- Listed Price: $349.99
- Reduced Price: $299.99 (14%)
- Savings: $50
- Retailer: B&H
The Samsung 2TB 860 EVO is the perfect fit for any rig or top-notch gaming laptop. If you hurry and purchase it from B&H, you can save $50.
Tips for Black Friday SSD Deals
“If you fail to prepare, you prepare to fail” – We’ve all heard a version of this adage and it rings true for Black Friday too. In this section, we’ll cover a few tips to get you prepared and ready for Black Friday.
Analyze Your Requirements
Some users purchase SSDs to increase their PC’s performance while others do it to increase their computer’s storage. Some users do it to meet both needs. You need to make your mind up about what you need the SSD for and its capacity.
Your rig could be one SSD away from becoming a truly spectacular gaming PC.Â
Budget
When you draw up a budget for Black Friday, do not try to estimate your savings. Instead, plan your budget for the full or regular price.
Use a Price Comparison Website
To see who has the best Black Friday deals, use a website like PRONTO, CamelCamelCamel, and BizRate.
Final Words
Using this guide, I hope that you know have a clear idea of what you can expect for this upcoming Black Friday in regards to SSD deals. If you don’t get your hands on the super speedy drive of your dreams on Black Friday, you can always wait until Cyber Monday. Either way, I wish you luck. I hope you’ve found this guide to be helpful. Thank you for reading.
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