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Amazon’s Prime Big Deal Days sale, taking place on October 7-8, is a great time to snag discounts on tech for your home and office — and October Prime Day is now only days away.
You can expect sales on a variety of tech products, including laptops, TVs, headphones, smartphones, and more. However, even before the sale event formally launches, we’ve spotted some noteworthy deals on tech and accessories over at Walmart, which typically hosts a competing sale around the same time.
Also: The best Prime Day deals live now
The ZDNET team keeps a close eye on tech deals at retailers including Amazon, Walmart, and Best Buy. Based on our extensive experience in consumer tech, we like to highlight worthwhile deals on devices that we have personally tested or purchased.
Here are the best early October Prime Day Walmart deals I’ve found so far. Check back for more deals as new sales appear.
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Best early Prime Day Walmart deals
- Current price: $199 (17% off)
- Original price: $239
Apple’s latest flagship earbuds are the AirPods Pro 3, which means we are likely to see more deals appear for its legacy range as retailers look to shift stock. Still, this doesn’t mean you should discount the Apple AirPods Pro 2, as they provide excellent sound quality, comfortable ear tips, and strong noise cancellation technologies.
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- Current price: $369 (18% off)
- Original price: $449
If you’re in the market for a budget-friendly laptop at Walmart, you’re in luck. The Acer Aspire Go is a 15-inch FHD laptop set with 8GB RAM and 512GB SSD storage. While its memory is quite low, this laptop will still work well as a day-to-day workhorse.
Review: This Acer laptop is my go-to recommendation for budget shoppers
- Current price: $2,498 (17% off)
- Original price: $2,999
If you want to turn your TV into an aesthetic component of your living room, Samsung’s The Frame might be right for you. Now available with a 17% discount, this massive 75-inch TV has an anti-reflection screen and can be used to display art, photos, or any other picture media that you like. For the best experience, consider pairing The Frame with a quality soundbar.
Also: I replaced my TV with Samsung’s Frame Pro for two weeks – here’s my buying advice now
- Current price: $250 (29% off)
- Original price: $350
For a cheap(er) pair of quality headphones ahead of Amazon’s sale, check out the $100 discount available at Walmart for Beats Studio Pro wireless headphones. Our reviewer noted the stylish design, excellent battery life, noise cancellation, and robust sound system.
Review: Beats Studio Pro: So close to being my dream headphones
- Current price: $329 (18% off)
- Original price: $399
The Apple Watch Series 10 is one of our reviewers’ favorite wearables, and for good reason. This 42mm smartwatch is lightweight, sleek, and comes with a host of features, including mobile connectivity, enhanced sleep tracking, and an attractive OLED display.
Review: The Apple Watch Series 10 is one of my favorite wearables in 2025
Best Walmart laptop deals
- Current price: $3,140 (7.6% off)
- Original price: $3,400
If you’re in the market for a future-proof gaming laptop, consider the discount available on the ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18. This 2025 laptop comes with an 18-inch display, 240Hz refresh rate, Nvidia RTX Graphics, and 2TB of SSD storage.
- Current price: $1,199 (14% off)
- Original price: $1,399
An alternative gaming laptop is the HP Omen, which, while not as powerful, comes with a great discount. This model is equipped with a 16-inch display, 16GB of RAM, 1TB of SSD storage, and an Intel i7 processor.
- Current price: $599 (8% off)
- Original price: $649
We’ve also spotted a discount on an Apple MacBook Air, a lightweight laptop perfect for streaming, entertainment, and study. While this is an older model sporting an M1 chip and only 256GB of storage, it’s still a bargain at under $600.
- HP Victus: $710 (save $340): If you need a mid-range Windows 11 laptop for when you are working from home, consider the HP Victus, a reasonably powerful laptop now available at a discount. Specifications include a 15.6-inch display and 16GB of RAM.
- HP Stream: $189 (save $60): The HP Stream usually appears in sales events, but right now, you can enjoy a $60 discount. This is a suitable model for study and general use, and I recommend this laptop for anyone looking for a school-ready laptop. Interesting color finishes are on sale.
- HP OmniBook 5: $688 (save $252): The HP OmniBook 5 is an interesting option for creative applications. It comes with a 16-inch display, Copilot+, 2and an AMD Ryzen AI 7 processor.
- Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3i: $265 (save $74): You can save over $70 on a slimline, affordable laptop. The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3i provides you with a 15.6-inch display, 8GB of RAM, and 256GB of SSD storage.
- MSI Thin 15.6-inch laptop: $648 (save $252): If you want to combine a thin form factor with gaming potential, consider the discount available on this MSI model.
- Acer Chromebook 315: $183 (save $46): In the market for a Chromebook? You can save almost $50 on an Acer Chromebook 315, an entry-level model suitable for basic tasks and school.
Best Walmart tablet deals
- Current price: $323 (7.5% off)
- Original price: $349
Another fair deal we’ve spotted at Walmart is for an Apple iPad, a light, stylish tablet. If you’re looking for a budget-friendly iPad to join the Apple ecosystem, consider the discount available. This 2025 tablet comes with an 11-inch Liquid Retina display, an A16 processor, and 128GB of storage.
- Lenovo Tab: $141 (save $16): There is also a small discount available on the Lenovo Tab, an entry-level tablet that will suit most day-to-day tasks.
- Samsung Galaxy Tab A7 Lite: $127 (save $32): Another budget-friendly tablet option is the Samsung Galaxy Tab A7 Lite, an 8.7-inch model with 32GB of storage. I have previously owned one and found it great for reading and basic tasks while on the road.
- Lenovo Tab M11: $160 (save $35): This tablet is one I purchased for a family member for basic browsing and email-related tasks. It’s on sale and comes with an 11-inch display and 64GB of storage.
- Galaxy Tab A9: $99 (save $151): For an even cheaper tablet, consider the Samsung Galaxy Tab A9, a compact, 8.7-inch tablet that could suit you for reading and basic tasks.
- Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 FE+: $355 (save $245): Another tablet sale to consider is the Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 FE+. With a saving of almost $250, this tablet is equipped with a 12.4-inch display, 128GB of storage, and an S-Pen for creative applications.
- Apple 10.9-inch iPad (2022): $269 (save $80): If you need a basic iPad for tasks such as emailing and social media, you can save $80 on a 10.9-inch, 64GB model.
Best Walmart TV deals
- Current price: $798 (11% off)
- Original price: $898
If you’re in the market for a new, large TV, you can save $100 on an 86-inch LG model. You can enjoy live shows and sports events in 4k resolution, backed by an AI processor and hundreds of free channels.
- LG 77-inch 4K UHD OLED Web OS Smart TV: $1,849 (save $148): If you’re looking for a TV with a huge amount of display real estate, an LG OLED model is also on sale at Walmart.
- Hisense 65-inch Class 4K UHD LCD Roku Smart TV: $328 (save $50): You can also save $50 on a 65-inch TV from Hisense, which offers Roku streaming and a 4K Ultra HD resolution.
- Onn HD LED Roku smart TV: $88 (save $10): If you want a small, 32-inch TV with some smart features, this deal is for you. The discount is small, but it has reduced the price of an already cheap TV.
- Philips HD smart TV: $118 (save $50): Another cheap 32-inch TV available at Walmart is manufactured by Philips. As this one is borderless, it provides slightly more viewing real estate.
Best Walmart headphone and soundbar deals
- Current price: $150 (25% off)
- Original price: $200
You can enjoy a 25% discount on a pair of Beats Solo 4 headphones. Available in black, pink, or blue, these over-ear headphones provide wireless connectivity, personalized spatial audio and noise cancellation technologies.
- Current price: $50 (29% off)
- Original price: $70
An alternative deal we’ve found for Beats audio products at Walmart is for the Beats Flex. These wireless earphones, now on sale in blue, won’t pack as high a punch — but they are still a great choice for daily use, commuting, and exercising.
- Current price: $119 (40% off)
- Original price: $199
There’s also a substantial discount available for a pair of Beats by Dr. Dre Solo3 headphones. Available in black for the best discount, these over-ear headphones offer wireless connectivity, noise cancellation, and robust battery life.
- JBL Live 460NC: $40 (save $90): This discount is a steal for a pair of robust JBL over-ear headphones. The same discount is available at Amazon, in black.
- Roku Streambar SE: $79 (save $21): The Roku Streambar SE combines streaming capabilities with two speakers and a bass port.
- Beats Studio Buds +: $149 (save $21): The best discount around is for the ivory version of the Beats Studio Buds + earbuds, which offer immersive sound and a long battery life.
- Apple AirPods Max (USB-C): $519 (save $31): If a pair of blue Apple AirPods Max appeals to you, the USB-C version of Apple’s premium audio line is available with a discount of just over $30.
More of the best Walmart deals
- Apple Pencil Pro: $99 (save $30): Need a new stylus for your Apple product? Check out the $30 discount on an Apple Pencil Pro.
- Fitbit Inspire 3: $79 (save $21): Fans of Fitbit will like the discount available on an Inspire 3, a wearable health and fitness tracker available in three colors.
- Apple AirPods Pro (renewed): $94 (save $38): If you don’t mind a refurbished product, you can pick up a pair of Apple AirPods Pro for just under $100.
- Ecovacs Deebot X1 Plus Ultra robot vacuum and mop: $200 (save $250): We also like this deal for a robot vacuum and mop combination that can help keep your floors clean — an especially useful appliance if you have children or pets.
- Roku Indoor Camera SE: $35 (save $10): If you want a reliable and smart security camera for your home, you can save on a discreet, compact Roku indoor model.
- Roku Smart Home smart bulb SE (White) 4-pack: $15 (save $9): A smart lightbulb can help you automate your home and scheduling can help you create the right ambience for chilly evening nights. Best of all, Roku’s four-pack is now only $15.
When is October Prime Day 2025?
This year, Amazon’s October Prime Day sale runs from October 7 to 8. The annual sale will last for two days in the fall, and you can expect to see a range of deals on household goods and electronics.
Are Walmart products really cheaper on Prime Day?
They can be! Ever since Black Friday first launched, online retailers have jumped on Amazon sales events to launch their own ‘anti-‘ sales events. If consumers are in the mood to shop, then retailers want a slice of the pie. As a result, expect to see sales, discounts, and flash deals from retailers, potentially including Walmart and Best Buy.
How did we choose these October Prime Day deals?
ZDNET authors only write about deals that interest us personally and include products that we own, have tested, or want to buy. Our experts looked for deals that were at least 20% off (or are hardly ever on sale, as is often the case with Apple devices), using established price comparison tools and trackers to determine whether the deal actually represents value for your money.
We also considered customer reviews to find out what matters to real people who already own and use the deals we’re recommending. Our recommendations may also be based on our own testing — in addition to extensive research and comparison shopping. The goal is to deliver the most accurate advice to help you shop smarter during limited-time events.
What are the best early Prime Day deals?
ZDNET’s experts have been searching through early Prime Day and other sales to find the best discounts by category. These are the best deals live now:
And the best deals from other retailers: