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At a glance Top power bank pick Anker 633 MagGo Battery for $36 on Amazon (40% off); strong magnetic ring, portable size, comes with a foldable stand Black Friday is here, and that means there’s no better time to score deals on power banks. Retailers are offering steep discounts on everything from budget-friendly to high-capacity chargers, and even ultra-portable models that slip easily into your pocket. There are so many power bank deals on offer that it can feel overwhelming to choose which is best for you. Although we don’t actively test power banks now, we did for several years and we use that methodology to identify the best deals (like making sure they’re Quick Charge 2.0, 3.0, or PD certified). We also check for size and portability. Below, we’ve curated a list of the very best Black Friday power bank deals so you can feel confident you’re getting the best value for performance. Updated November 29, 2025 to reflect the latest deals and prices. Black Friday power bank deals INIU mini portable charger, 10,000 mAh capacity/up to 45 W USB-C PD fast charging (USB-C in/out ×2 + USB-A output)/Built-in USB-C cable/Compact form factor, $26.69 (32% off on Amazon) Anker Zolo Magnetic Power Bank 10 K, 10,000 mAh/30 W USB-C fast charging + up to 7.5 W magnetic wireless output/built-in USB-C cable & adjustable stand, $29.99 (40% off on Amazon) Anker 633 MagGo Battery, 10,000mAh/1x USB-A/1x USB-C/MagSafe charging, $35.99 (40% off on Amazon) Belkin Portable Charger, 8,000 mAh/up to 15 W Qi2 wireless charging/USB-C pass-through output/Built-in pop-up kickstand/USB-C to USB-C cable included, $54.99 (31% off on Amazon) mophie Powerstation Fast, 25,000 mAh/140 W USB-C PD output/3× USB-C ports, $69.99 (30% off on Amazon) Anker Power Station, 60,000mAh/87W/2x USB-C, 2x USB-A, $79.98 (47% off on Amazon) Baseus laptop power bank, 20,800mAh/145W/2x USB-C, 2x USB-A, cable included, $44.85 (50% off on Amazon) Ugreen power bank, 25,000mAh/145W/2x USB-C, 1x USB-A, cable included, $65.99 (34% off on Amazon) Anker laptop power bank, 25,000mAh/100W/1x USB-A, 1x USB-C, 2x built-in cables, $87.99 (35% off on Amazon) Anker Zolo power bank, 20,000mAh/30W/1x USB-C, 1x built-in cable, $29.99 (30% off on Amazon) My top pick: The Anker 633 MagGo Battery for 40 percent off on Amazon is a personal favorite thanks to its charging stand as well as its ability to attach magnetically to your phone for convenient on-the-go charging. The magnetic ring is really strong and the folding stand is a simple yet effective feature, as it keeps your phone propped up during calls. The 20W USB-C Power Delivery port also charges your phone extremely fast, which is perfect when you need a quick boost. Black Friday: The best PC tech deals around Check out our roundups for the best PC-related deals in a wide variety of categories! LIVE real-time Black Friday deals, picked by PCWorld’s experts Best Amazon Black Friday tech deals Best Buy’s best Black Friday tech deals Best Black Friday laptop deals Best Black Friday Chromebook deals Best Black Friday mini PC deals Best Black Friday desktop computer deals Best Black Friday monitor deals Best Black Friday USB flash drive deals Best Black Friday SSD and storage deals Best Black Friday Thunderbolt dock deals Best Black Friday office chair and desk deals Best Black Friday VPN deals FAQ 1. When is Black Friday and Cyber Monday? Black Friday 2025 will fall on Friday, November 28. Keep your eyes tuned to PCWorld for the best deal alerts. We’ll keep them coming through Cyber Monday, December 1. 2. What should I look for in a portable power bank? Quality can differ greatly among power banks, so it’s best to stick to recognizable brands like Anker, Mophie, Belkin, and the like. That said, there are a few things you should always look for when shopping for a power bank. First, make sure the battery pack is Quick Charge 2.0, 3.0, or PD certified. Next, don’t put too much confidence in a company’s claims that it can charge certain devices in a…

Once again, the holiday deals season is upon us. Now, besides just encompassing Black Friday and Cyber Monday, Amazon has designated this week “Black Friday Week,” throwing open the deal doors early — though there are still special bargains to be found on the big day. Granted, sifting through it all can feel overwhelming, which is where PCWorld’s tech experts come in. This guide to the best Amazon Black Friday and Cyber Monday tech deals will point you to the best bargains in all the most popular tech categories. How we pick deals Every pick is vetted by one of PCWorld’s expert reviewers based on either hands-on experience with the product, a comparative evaluation of specs and price, positive user feedback and brand reputation, or any combination of those factors. For a better idea of our review process, see our articles on how we test laptops, how we test SSDs, and how we test monitors. Expect our list of the top Amazon tech deals to change as new discounted products come onto the scene throughout the shopping holiday. Updated November 29, 2025 to reflect the latest deals and prices. Best Amazon deals on SSDs You don’t want to sleep on SSD deals. Supplies can sell out fast. Hadrian / Shutterstock.com Crucial P310, 1TB Gen 4, Steam Deck size – $85 (37% off on Amazon) — The P310 is PCWorld’s pick for Steam Deck storage, garnering a 4.5/5 rating, and hailed as a stand-out in its class. Samsung 990 Pro, 2TB Gen 4 – $170 (26% off on Amazon) — The 990 Pro offers fast PCIe 4.0 performance (perfect for a gaming rig!) backed by Samsung’s stellar reputation. Best Amazon deals on USB flash drives When picking pocket-sized storage, think about what devices you will use it with and port compatibility. SanDisk SanDisk Ultra Dual Drive Luxe, 512GB, USB-C, USB 3.2 — $40 (25% off on Amazon, was $53) — You can’t beat the convenience of the Dual Drive Luxe’s reversible USB-C and USB-A connectors. Kingston DataTraveler Max, 1TB, USB-C, USB 3.2 — $105 (12% off on Amazon, was $120) — Kingston’s drive gives you lots of capacity plus USB 3.2 Gen 2 speeds of 900MB/s reads. Best Amazon deals on laptops Our recommendations here favor a 16-inch display, which provides ample workspace and a nice-size keyboard. Dave Parrack / Foundry Asus Vivobook 16 (F1605VA‑ES56), Intel Core i5-13420H/16-inch 1920×1200/16GB RAM/512 GB SSD, $429.99 ($70 off at Amazon) — The Vivobook 16 is a solid sub-$500 laptop that has a nice, roomy 16-inch screen, and solid specs that will meet the average user’s needs. Samsung Galaxy Book4, Intel 7 150U processor/15.6-inch 1920×1080 display/16GB RAM/512GB SSD, $579 ($120.99 off at Amazon) — For a bit more processing oomph, the Galaxy Book4 is a nice step up at a still-very-affordable price. It’s the best Samsung laptop deal on Amazon this Black Friday. Alienware 16 Aurora, Intel Core 7-240H Series 2 processor/RTX 5060 graphics/16-inch 2560×1600 display/16GB RAM/1TB SSD, $1,099.98 ($300.01 off at Amazon) — When we reviewed this laptop, we deemed it too pricey at its launch price of $1,499, but at this discount, it’s a tantalizing deal for gamers. Microsoft Surface Pro 2-in-1, Snapdragon X Elite processor/13-inch 2880×1920 OLED display/16GB RAM/512GB SSD, $999.99 ($500 off at Amazon) — If you want premium and portability, this lightweight 2-in-1, with Qualcomm’s latest power efficient yet powerful CPU and a crisp OLED display is it. Best Amazon deals on Chromebooks When shopping for a Chromebook, you want to pay attention to RAM (4GB tolerated, 8GB preferred) and screen resolution — the ideal is 1080p. Marek Sowa / Shutterstock Asus Chromebook Plus 515 (Intel Core i3-1305U/8GB RAM/256GB SSD/15.6-inch 1920×1080 display), $299.99 (30% off at Amazon) — This is a no-compromise Chromebook deal featuring the ideal of 8GB RAM and a 1080p display. A stellar deal! Lenovo Chromebook Duet (MediaTek Kompanio 838, 5GB RAM, 64GB SSD, 10.95-inch, 1920×1200 display), $199.99 (29% off at Amazon) Best Amazon deals on desktop PCs The universe of…