The best Black Friday handheld gaming PCs, alongside the Steam Deck, picked
by a gaming expert

Date:
Thu, 27 Nov 2025 14:31:32 +0000

Description:
The Steam Deck leads Black Friday handheld gaming PC sales, alongside MSI and Lenovo handheld deals, which can save you up to 40%.

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It's no secret that Black Friday deals will soon reach their climax, and with Black Friday itself on the horizon on November 28 and Cyber Monday following shortly after, it's now the right time to highlight the best handheld gaming PC deals and believe me, there are some great deals here you'd hate to miss.

First and foremost, the Steam Deck 256GB LCD on Steam is now $319.20 / 279.20 (was $399.20 / 349 ), with a 20% discount, making an already popular and affordable handheld more approachable for gamers but there are plenty of others. Best Buy handheld gaming PC Black Friday deals US quick links MSI Claw A1M Intel Core 155H : was $749.99 now $564.99 at Best Buy MSI Claw A1M Intel Core 135H : was $649.99 now $389.99 at Best Buy MSI Claw 7 AI+ Intel Core 258V : was $899.99 now $849.99 at Best Buy Lenovo Legion Go S Z1 Extreme : was $899.99 now $649.99 at Best Buy Lenovo Legion Go S Z2 Go : was $649 now $449 at Best Buy Today's best handheld gaming PC Black Friday deals in the US

Display - 7 inches, IPS LCD, 1200x800
Processor - AMD Zen 2 Custom APU
RAM - 16G
B Storage - 256GB

Even years after its launch, the Steam Deck is arguably still the king of handheld gaming PCs, providing the most affordable way to dive into portable gaming. With the AMD Zen 2 APU, you can play a plethora of games ranging from indie titles to huge triple-A games like Cyberpunk 2077 when adjusting graphics settings reasonably. View Deal

Display - 8 inches, IPS, VRR, 1920x1200
Processor - AMD Ryzen Z1 Extreme
RAM - 32G
B Storage - 1TB

AMD's Ryzen Z1 Extreme still serves as an underrated processor for handheld gaming, as it provides the Lenovo Legion Go S with the power required to
enjoy plenty of games, without a heavy drawback on performance. Equipped with 32GB of RAM and utilizing Valve's SteamOS, there's plenty to love about this device, especially at $649.99. View Deal

Display - 8 inches, IPS, VRR, 1920x1200
Processor - AMD Ryzen Z2 Go
RAM - 16G
B Storage - 512GB

With the Lenovo Legion Go S Z2 Go, you'll be able to tackle a wide range of games and take advantage of Valve's handheld-friendly SteamOS. It's a tough ask at the original $649.99 price, but at $449.99, it's certainly worth a shout. View Deal

Display - 7 inches, VRR, 1920x1080, 120Hz
Processor - Intel Core Ultra 7 258V
RAM - 32G
B Storage - 512GB

The MSI Claw 8 AI+ is arguably the best handheld gaming PC under $1,000 on
the market, and its counterpart, the MSI Claw 7 AI+, is limited only by a smaller 7-inch screen and a lower-capacity battery. Powered by the Intel Core Ultra 7 258V processor, gaming performance is incredible, and it's further supported by 32GB of RAM. View Deal

Display - 7 inches, 1920x1080, 120Hz
Processor - Intel Core Ultra 5 135H
RAM - 16G
B Storage - 512GB

The MSI Claw A1M at $389.99 is a sleeper hit deal this Black Friday. While it didn't perform well sales-wise at launch, software updates have improved the device, and with the Intel Core Ultra 5 135H powering the handheld, you can expect great performance results and it's pretty close to the Steam Deck's price. View Deal

Display - 7 inches, 1920x1080, 120Hz
Processor - Intel Core Ultra 5 155H
RAM - 16G
B Storage - 512GB

Powered by Intel's Core Ultra 5 155H processor, performance won't be a
concern with the MSI Claw A1M. This is a step up from the Ultra 5 135H model, with more cores and threads for better CPU performance. It's great for gaming at 1080p, utilizing Intel's XeSS upscaling technology. View Deal Very UK handheld gaming PC Black Friday deals - UK quick links Lenovo Legion Go S Z1 Extreme : was 699 now 599 at Very UK Lenovo Legion Go S Z2 Go : was 459 now 449 at Very UK MSI Claw 7 AI+ Intel Core 258V : was 799 now 679 at Very UK
MSI Claw 7 AI+ Intel Core 258V bundle : was 879 now 749 at Very UK Today's best handheld gaming PC Black Friday deals in the UK

Display - 7 inches, IPS LCD, 1200x800
Processor - AMD Zen 2 Custom APU
RAM - 16G
B Storage - 256GB

With a capable AMD Zen 2 APU, 256GB of storage, and 16GB of RAM, the Steam Deck LCD is the ideal handheld device for any gamer or newcomer looking to dive into portable PC gaming without paying premium prices. It's great at running plenty of indie games as well as big triple-A demanding games, when using appropriate graphics settings. View Deal

Display - 8 inches, IPS, VRR, 1920x1200
Processor - AMD Ryzen Z1 Extreme
RAM - 32G
B Storage - 1TB

With 32GB of RAM paired with the AMD Ryzen Z1 Extreme processor, you have everything you need for high-quality portable gaming on the Lenovo Legion Go S. It's a strong way for any PC gaming newcomer to venture into the ecosystem without overspending, especially with its current 599 Black Friday sale
price. View Deal

Display - 8 inches, IPS, VRR, 1920x1200
Processor - AMD Ryzen Z2 Go
RAM - 16G
B Storage - 1TB

At 449, you can't go wrong with the Lenovo Legion Go S. While its Z2 Go processor may be underwhelming, especially how close it is in comparison cheaper Steam Deck and its processor, the additional benefits of an 8-inch 1920x1200 display, and a 1TB SSD, make this a reasonable price drop and a device worth buying. View Deal

Display - 7 inches, VRR, 1920x1080, 120Hz
Processor - Intel Core Ultra 7 258V
RAM - 32G
B Storage - 512GB

Your games are really going places when you buy the MSI Claw 7 AI+, with the Intel Core Ultra 7 258V capable of supercharging your games at high graphics settings. It's the same processor that powers the MSI Claw 8 AI+, which is arguably the strongest handheld gaming PC under 1,000, so this is a great deal. View Deal

Display - 7 inches, VRR, 1920x1080, 120Hz
Processor - Intel Core Ultra 7 258V
RAM - 32G
B Storage - 512GB

Don't hesitate to make a move on the MSI Claw 7 AI+ Bundle, as it's the complete package that you'd need to take full advantage of the powerhouse handheld gaming PC. With the Docking Pack, you can set up your device on another screen, charge it, or connect other peripherals with ease. View Deal

While all of these deals are worth considering, the easiest recommendation is the Steam Deck 256GB LCD, as it's the most affordable handheld on the list, and still goes strong among the best handheld games consoles.

However, if more power and performance are your priority, then the MSI Claw 7 AI+ should be your first choice. Having used the MSI Claw 8 AI+ extensively , I can confidently say that its Intel Core Ultra 7 258V processor is one of
the best for handheld gaming and the best you'll find in a handheld under $1,000 / 1,000.

These deals won't stick around forever, though, so it's best to move fast! More Black Friday deals in the US Amazon: 45% off TVs, AirPods, air fryers & vacuums Apple: iPads, AirPods & MacBooks from $119 Best Buy: $1,000 off TVs, laptops & headphones Dell: laptop deals from $249.99 Home Depot: 40% off appliances, furniture, grills & tools Lenovo: 45% off laptops & tablets Lowe's: up to 30% off appliances, holiday decor & tools Samsung : up to
$2,000 off appliances, TVs & phones Target: 40% off Christmas decor, clothing & furniture T-Mobile: up to $1,100 off latest iPhone 17 Walmart: furniture, cheap TVs & vacs from $69 Wayfair: 54% off Christmas, furniture & decor More Black Friday deals in the UK Amazon : up to 66% off tech & essentials AO : up to 500 off Dyson, Bosch & Hisense Argos : up to 50% off appliances, tech & toys Boots : save on 1,000s of beauty products Currys : deals on Ninja, Shark & Lenovo Dell : laptops from 279 Dyson : up to 550 off vacuums EE : Switch 2 bundles from 20/month John Lewis : up to 50% off tech & fashion Lego : sets & accessories from 2.99 Samsung : deals on appliances & phones Very : up to 40% off tech, toys & fashion



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