eBay Plus Weekend debuted in Australia last year, and it ended up being a lot better for PC gamers than we ever dared hope. We saw some hugely drastic discounts on Dell gaming monitors, as well as discounts of up to AU$100 on some of the best gaming headsets, keyboards, and mice.
Not too shabby for an online retailer that doesn't exactly specialise in PC gear. We're expecting some decent deals in 2022 as well, with brands like Alienware and Dell likely to sit front and centre. Yes, Dell and Alienware stuff is frequently discounted via Dell's own Australian digital shopfront, but usually the discounts on eBay are even better.
If last year is any indication, also expect discounts on Razer gear, as well as some other outliers. Gamepads are likely to pop up too, so if you're after either an Xbox or PlayStation controller to use on PC, then you might see one of those discounted by around AU$20.
All appealing news, of course, but you will need to be an eBay Plus member. Thankfully, you can sign up for a free trial, which lasts for 30 days. Just don't forget to cancel it before the trial period expires. It's not even illegal.
eBay Plus Weekend started Tuesday, May 24, and runs until Sunday, June 5. In other words, it's more of an eBay Plus week rather than weekend, but things not making sense is in keeping with the mystical logic of deals.
Without further ado, here's what we've found so far. Expect more to be added during the course of today, and the rest of the week.
A remarkable 50% off this 32-inch USB-C monitor, which usually goes for AU$899. The 165Hz affair is VESA DisplayHDR400 certified, and has AMD FreeSync PremiumPro, as well as G-Sync compatibility. Use the coupon code PWE32 at checkout for this price, and yeah, you'll need to be an eBay Plus member or be using a free trial." data-widget-type="deal" data-render-type="editorial">
Massive savings on this 32-inch gaming monitor, which, in addition to the specs above, boasts a 1ms response time and AMD FreeSync Premium. To get this price, you'll need to use the code PWECURVE at checkout, and you'll also need to be an eBay Plus subscriber or have an active trial." data-widget-type="deal" data-render-type="editorial">
While the RRP on these is close to AU$200, nowadays you'll easily find them for between AU$50-AU$70. So the deal may not be as excellent as first impressions suggest, but AU$29 for a decent set of wired gaming cans is good by anyone's measure. To get this price use the coupon code PWE360D, and you'll need an active eBay Plus membership or trial." data-widget-type="deal" data-render-type="editorial">
If you're after a controller for your PC, this is a remarkable price on the Dualsense at eBay. To get this deal, you'll need an eBay Plus membership (or trial) and to use the coupon code PLSAVE20. Alternatively, Amazon is also selling them cheap, albeit not quite as cheaply at AU$79." data-widget-type="deal" data-render-type="editorial">
If you're after a smol mechanical gaming keyboard with clicky optical switches, this Razer is a good deal at just under AU$80. To get this price, you'll need to be an eBay Plus member and use the code PWXTRA20 at check out." data-widget-type="deal" data-render-type="editorial">
eBay and Dell, when combined, often result in ridiculously good deals, and this is no exception if you're after a silky smooth IPS, 1440p, 27 inch monitor with 1ms response time, HDR and G-sync compatibility. Sure, it goes on sale a lot, but this is a very low price indeed. Use the coupon code PWEDELL at checkout." data-widget-type="deal" data-render-type="editorial">
A discount of nearly AU$180 on this wide, curved gaming monitor, which boasts a nice 144Hz refresh rate, HDR 400 and AMD FreeSync Premium. This is a monitor of generous proportions, good for games that support widescreen, or for every day multitasking. Use the code DSLL22 for this price (eBay Plus sub required). If you're not a subscriber, use the code DSLL20 for a slightly higher AU$569." data-widget-type="deal" data-render-type="editorial">
This very highly regarded gaming monitor is an OLED affair with 1440p res, 175Hz refresh rate, and what can only be described as an absolutely rave review by us. The price above is for eBay Plus members and requires the code DSLL22 at checkout; if you're not a member, use DSLL20 for the slightly higher AU$1,839.20." data-widget-type="deal" data-render-type="editorial">
A good, compact (but not too compact) gaming monitor for the rest of us who don't like in mansions. Has a 165Hz refresh rate, a bend, a 1ms response time and 99% sRGB colour. eBay Plus subscribers can the code DSLL22 for the price above; for everyone else, use DSLL20 for a slightly higher AU$389." data-widget-type="deal" data-render-type="editorial">
This was down to AU$1,619 earlier this week, but this is still a bit of a discount. It's a monitor so big and wide that you'll need a second monitor to look at a picture of it (unless you own the monitor already!). It's a QLED affair (5120x1440) with a decent refresh rate, given the size, AMD Freesync and HDR1000. Ebay Plus users can use the coupon code PLWKSAVE for the price above." data-widget-type="deal" data-render-type="editorial">
A good 1080p / 144Hz gaming laptop for a tad under two grand, so long as you're an eBay Plus member and use the coupon code DSLL22. If you're not a member, you can grab it for AU$1,999 using DSLL20." data-widget-type="deal" data-render-type="editorial">
It's a helluva lot of money for gaming laptop, especially with 40 series cards coming, but that doesn't diminish (for the time being) the ridiculous power on display here, delivered via a 1080p monitor with 165Hz refresh rate. Use the code DSLL20 for this discount. " data-widget-type="deal" data-render-type="editorial">