# Coral TPU Black Friday Deals 2026: Price Watch

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Question: Which Coral TPU form factor should I buy for Frigate on Black Friday, USB or M.2?

## Direct answer

For the simplest Frigate retrofit, Coral USB is often the easiest form factor to evaluate. Choose an M.2 or dual Edge TPU module only after verifying host slot keying, PCIe wiring and software support for the intended configuration. Track each form factor separately because a lower module price can be offset by carrier and host costs.

## Buying decision

1. Choose USB versus M.2 based on the host you already own or plan to buy.
2. Verify M.2 keying/electrical compatibility before buying an internal Coral module.
3. Compare the same Coral form factor against its normal observed price.

## Buy when

- The exact Coral form factor fits the host and the supported detector path is already clear.
- The price is good after any carrier or adapter required for an internal module is included.

## Wait when

- You are assuming an NVMe-looking M.2 slot automatically supports the Coral module.
- The current detector already has ample headroom and another TPU would not solve a measured limit.
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