July 14, 2023, 3:03 pm | Read time: 9 minutes

Many consumers regularly flip through the flyers from retailers such as MediaMarkt and Saturn, as well as discounters like Aldi and Lidl, hoping to find particularly good deals. However, whether it’s truly a real deal is not guaranteed. That’s why TECHBOOK examines the flyers from the largest and most popular retailers and explains which tech offers are particularly worthwhile.

What Makes a Good Bargain for TECHBOOK

Large percentage discounts don’t always indicate a good deal. Often, the starting price is based on the usually very high manufacturer’s suggested retail price (MSRP) to make the discount appear particularly large. In reality, other retailers often offer the device at the same or even lower prices. Therefore, TECHBOOK only includes bargains in the comparison that truly offer the lowest price among all retailers.

Another criterion is the quality of the product. True bargains must also be worthwhile. That’s why TECHBOOK only presents items that have impressed a large number of other users in terms of features and usability or those that the editorial team has already tested and found to be good.

This Tech is Currently Particularly Affordable (as of July 14)

HP Victus 15 15-fb0354ng for 899 euros 799 euros

With the Victus series, the manufacturer also offers laptops designed for gaming. This model features the AMD Ryzen 5 5600H processor with 6 cores and a maximum clock speed of 4.2 gigahertz. An AMD Radeon RX 6500M is responsible for graphics processing, equipped with its own 4 GB of super-fast GDDR6 memory. The display measures 15.6 inches and has a resolution of 1920 x 1080 pixels (Full HD). A 512 GB NVMe SSD is installed as mass storage, ensuring fast boot and load times. The laptop manages with 8 GB of DDR4 RAM–which is still acceptable given the dedicated graphics memory. The keyboard is backlit, allowing for comfortable typing even in dark environments. The device offers a variety of connectivity options, including USB-C, two USB-A ports, HDMI, Ethernet, a headphone jack, and a memory card reader.

Advantages:

• Fast, 512 GB NVMe SSD
• Good connectivity options
• Anti-glare display
• Adequate performance for gaming in 1080p

Disadvantages:

• Display brightness of 250 nits is hardly suitable for outdoor use
• Somewhat limited RAM

With the Victus 15, HP offers a powerhouse for little money. The RAM could be larger and the display brighter–nevertheless, the technology is well-coordinated. The laptop is currently available in MediaMarkt’s tech flyer for 799 euros, a full 100 euros cheaper than before–already a good deal. But even cheaper than in the ad, it’s available through the Ebay shop of sister company Saturn. There, with the coupon TECHNIKSALE, you get an additional 50 euros off–best price.

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Bea-Fon Silver Line SL645 for 49.49 euros 39.99 euros

The Bea-Fon Silver Line SL645 is a classic senior phone with a large display, large buttons, and a simple user interface. The handset offers an SOS emergency button that automatically notifies pre-set emergency contacts when triggered. It also has a 3-megapixel camera and expandable storage via MicroSD. The package includes a removable battery and a charging station.

Advantages:

• Large display and large buttons make operation easier
• SOS emergency button
• Expandable storage

Disadvantages:

• Very low-resolution camera
• No security features like a fingerprint sensor

While the Bea-Fon Silver Line SL645 is limited in functionality, this is sometimes exactly what seniors need. For those who just want to make calls, this affordable device is more than sufficient. Only a higher-resolution camera would be desirable if grandpa or grandma wants to take a photo of the grandchildren. In the current Aldi Nord flyer, the senior phone is available for a low 39.99 euros, including a 10-euro starting credit for Aldi Talk. The discounter undercuts other shops by more than 20 euros. Only on eBay does a retailer currently offer the same device for 49.49 euros, which is still almost 10 euros more expensive than at Aldi.

JBL Tour Pro 2 for 246.51 euros 229 euros

The JBL Tour Pro 2 are wireless in-ear headphones that stand out from the competition with a full-featured display in the case. The display allows you to control playback, check battery levels, and read other information. The earbuds are equipped with Bluetooth 5.3 and offer active noise cancellation (ANC). The JBL Tour Pro 2 features an ambient mode that allows ambient sound to pass through the headphones, making it easier to hear traffic noise or announcements. Thanks to the ergonomic design and the included ear tips in various sizes, the wearing comfort can be individually adjusted. Additionally, the headphones are IPX5 sweat- and water-resistant, making them suitable for sports. They are compatible with both Android and iOS and support Google Assistant, Amazon Alexa, and Apple Siri. With ANC, the earbuds last a solid 8 hours according to the manufacturer, with an additional 24 hours in the case.

Advantages:

• Integrated display
• Active noise cancellation and ambient mode

Disadvantages:

• Advantages of the display not fully utilized

Overall, the earbuds impress with their unique display and good sound quality with ANC. It’s also practical that all functions are available independently of the operating system used via the JBL app. In the Euronics tech flyer, the JBL Tour Pro 2 is currently available for 229 euros. This is almost the best price and significantly cheaper than the competition, which currently demands at least 246.51 euros.

Acer Aspire 5 A514-54-30QP for 589 euros 499 euros

If you’re looking for an affordable all-round laptop, you should take a closer look at this 14-inch laptop with Full HD resolution from Acer. The laptop comes with the Intel Core i3-1115G4 processor, which has only 2 cores but at least 4 threads. With a clock speed of 4.1 GHz, the chip ensures fast work speed. With 512 GB SSD storage and 8 GB RAM, the rest of the technology is well-matched to the processor. Support for Wi-Fi 6 guarantees fast and stable internet access. Rare for devices in this price range: the keyboard is backlit.

Advantages:

• The laptop is 18 millimeters slim and lightweight, making it easy to transport
• Backlit keyboard

Disadvantages:

• The laptop has an Intel UHD graphics unit, which is hardly suitable for gaming
• Only 2 processor cores

With this laptop, buyers get a good all-round device suitable for office work and browsing. Gaming is not really an option, but that’s not expected at this price. Tech expert Medimax has the Acer Aspire 5 A514-54-30QP in the current flyer for an affordable 499 euros. At other retailers, the laptop is at least 90 euros more expensive.

Philips 55OLED707/12 for 966 euros 899 euros

The Philips 55OLED707/12 is a 55-inch TV with 4K UHD resolution and support for HDR10+, Dolby Vision, and HLG HDR. The TV features Philips’ Ambilight technology, which creates an immersive viewing experience by extending the screen’s colors to the TV’s surroundings. The housing includes a 2.1 sound system with a total output of 50 watts. The smart TV functions of the Philips 55OLED707/12 allow access to a variety of streaming services and apps like Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, and YouTube. Android TV version 11 is pre-installed as the operating system. Additionally, the TV is compatible with Google Assistant and Alexa, allowing you to control it with your voice.

Advantages:

• Refresh rate of 120 Hz
• Ambilight technology
• Gaming features like NVIDIA G-Sync, AMD FreeSync Premium, and Dolby Vision Game supported

Disadvantages:

• No support for casting features like AirPlay or Chromecast

The Philips 55OLED707/12 offers a lot of features and excellent picture quality. It’s even suitable for gaming. The only thing missing is support for AirPlay or Chromecast. At Medimax, the 4K TV is currently available for 899 euros. This makes it 67 euros cheaper than at other retailers.

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JBL Charge Essential for 105.94 euros 89.99 euros

The JBL Charge 3 is still a very good choice even after the release of its successor, the Charge 4, for starting a small party at home or with friends. You can also take the handy pill to the beach, as the housing is waterproof according to IPX7 and can even withstand a dive. The stereo orientation of the built-in speakers fills any room, and despite strong bass from the large radiators, the highs and mids remain very clear. Thanks to the integrated 6,000 milliampere-hour (mAh) battery and a USB output, you can charge your smartphone while playing music. If the battery is used only for music, it lasts up to 20 hours according to the manufacturer.

JBL Charge Essential is a cheaper and slightly stripped-down version of the Charge 5. The Bluetooth speaker has a battery life of up to 20 hours and features a water-resistant design according to the IPX7 standard. The integrated USB-A port allows the box to be used as a power bank for mobile devices. Weighing only 770 grams, the Charge Essential is still handy and suitable for outdoor use or travel. Inside are two 5-watt speakers with a frequency range of 65 Hz to 20 kHz. The box can be connected via Bluetooth or with a 3.5 mm cable and is compatible with most mobile devices and computers. An integrated microphone enables hands-free calling for easy and convenient call handling.

Advantages:

• Long battery life of up to 20 hours
• Water-resistant design
• Can be used as a power bank for mobile devices

Disadvantages:

• No dedicated app for speaker control
• Micro-USB for charging

Also found in the flyer from tech retailer Medimax is the JBL Charge Essential. For 89.99 euros, buyers get a powerful box, whose only drawback is the lack of USB-C. Other shops currently charge at least 16 euros more for the speaker.

What You Need to Know About Bargains

Tech bargains come and go very quickly, and many items are only available in very limited quantities. Even if the offers are advertised in flyers for a week, they may already be sold out beforehand. When shopping, also pay attention to possible shipping costs that may be added to the purchase price. Not all retailers offer free shipping as a matter of course.

Often, the offers are also available from other retailers, as Amazon, in particular, constantly scans the market and adjusts its product prices to those of the competition. This also works the other way around. If you find a low price online, confront your local retailer with it and ask for the same discount. This strategy is particularly promising with large electronics stores. This way, you may also save on shipping costs. Additionally, it’s worth using a comparison portal like Idealo.de* or Geizhals.de before buying to see if the product is available cheaper elsewhere.

* Idealo, like TECHBOOK, is part of Axel Springer