The offer also coincides with the company's 25th anniversary, and will be running from now until the end of January next year.

"With the unique 25% cash-back offer, Microsoft is working with partners to give consumers a great reason to purchase Microsoft Hardware products over the Christmas trading perio," said Microsoft Australia, group marketing manager – Entertainment and Devices Division, Jamieson Yu.

"This offering illustrates Microsoft's commitment to our re-sellers, who will benefit greatly from this simple, yet effective consumer promotion. Microsoft is eliminating the need for the re-seller to discount the product, thereby increasing average selling price and maximising profit margin."