It might be early, but Black Friday desktop PC deals have begun. Some retailers have already launched early deals on everything from home office computers to gaming PCs to all-in-ones. What’s more, many retailers are offering price protection so you can make your purchase now and rest assured you’ll end up with the best price.

Of course, the platform’s biggest deterrent is its price tag, which is why we're always on the lookout for the best deals on prebuilt gaming PCs and laptops. Both Dell and Alienware have established reputations in the market,

Black Friday seems to be more of a "Black November" as deals start early at major retailers like Walmart, Target and Amazon. Here's what to know.