It’s the last day of Amazon’s Prime Day shopping event, but I’m still highlighting the best Prime Day laptop deals. CNET experts like me have been tracking down and examining every discount available across the top brands, searching and curating to bring you every top saving available.
I’ve found incredible deals on everything from Apple MacBooks and powerful gaming laptops to budget-friendly Chromebooks — so no matter what you’re looking for, I’m certain there’s something you’ll like. But be warned, while the sale is still ongoing, I am seeing signs of low stock on popular models already. So, if you’ve been waiting to upgrade your laptop, now’s the time to act.
However, Prime Day isn’t just for laptops. There are plenty of amazing discounts on other products such as TVs, appliances and headphones.
Best Amazon Prime Day laptop deals
The M4 MacBook Air is the latest model in Apple’s lightweight lineup and our overall favorite laptop on the market right now. The basic model comes with 16GB of RAM and 256GB of storage, and there are plenty of more advanced configurations also on sale — including the 15-inch model for people who prefer a larger display.
This laptop from LG may be pricey, but it is well worth the expense with everything it offers. Not only is it good enough for your basic needs of streaming and surfing the internet, it’s got a beautiful OLED display that’ll make your images and video pop, a tremendously long battery life, a significant amount of RAM at 32GB, and it’s slim and ultraportable. What’s not to love? Our friends over at PCMag hold this laptop in high esteem, so if you find yourself tempted, don’t hesitate.
This is a $1,400 Lenovo laptop that you can purchase for $1,100 during this sale season. If you’re looking for versatility, you’ll love the features included with this laptop. It features a generous amount of memory, with 16GB, and a 1TB PCIe SSD and is specifically built for AI and AI tasks, meaning you’ll have the latest technologies already installed, so you won’t have to worry about falling behind.
The Acer Aspire 14 AI is a more budget-friendly Copilot Plus PC with an Intel Core Ultra 5 and a vibrant 14-inch display. CNET Senior Editor Matt Elliot reviewed the device and noted that it offers an exceedingly long battery life and competitive performance for the price — and now it’s nearly $300 off.
This durable 14-inch laptop comes with Intel Arc Graphics and a Core Ultra 7 processor. Don’t miss your chance to save 25% on one today.
This two-in-one laptop comes with plenty of ports (two USB-C and two USB-A). It even has a reasonable 5-megapixel front camera for video calls.
More Prime Day laptop deals:
- Apple MacBook Air M3 (15-inch): $1,299 (save $400). If you need a larger screen on your MacBook but do not need Pro-grade hardware, this is the laptop to pick.
- Apple MacBook Pro M3 (14-inch): $1,199 (save $400). Apple is a super reliable brand and this MacBook Pro is no exception, with its solid battery life and a bright screen, along with Wi-Fi 6E and HDMI 2.1 support.
- Apple MacBook Air M2 (13-inch): $699 (save $100). Now two generations old, this lightweight 2022 MacBook is a great option for Apple fans on a budget who don’t need the latest hardware.
- Microsoft Surface Laptop (15-inch): $1,160 (save $540). Thanks to the Snapdragon X Elite processor inside, this laptop has exceptional battery life that allows for all-day use.
- Lenovo Yoga 7i: $650 (save $400). With a 16-inch 2K touchscreen, this two-in-one Lenovo offers some serious versatility at a great price.
- Samsung Galaxy Book 5 Pro 360 (16-inch): $1,650 (save $350). This two-in-one computer is the ideal pick if you have a Samsung phone and are looking for an integrated experience.
- Asus Zenbook S16 OLED: $1,400 (save $400). OLED laptops have the crispest, brightest screens out there and a $400 discount is exceptional.
- HP Omen Transcend 14: $1,600 (save $100). With a 3K display and some impressive hardware, this is our top pick if you want a general-purpose laptop that’s also great for gaming.
- Alienware 16X Aurora: $1,800 (save $200). A seriously high-end gaming laptop with 64GB of RAM, 2TB of storage and a Nvidia GeForce RTX 4050 GPU.
- HP Victus: $650 (save $250). This gaming laptop has a 144Hz refresh rate, Nvidia GeForce RTX 4050 graphics card, 16GB of RAM and 512GB of storage for a smooth and responsive gaming experience.
- Microsoft Surface Pro: $1,260 (save $440). With a 13-inch OLED touchscreen, this device functions as a laptop and tablet.
Best budget Prime Day laptop deals under $500
Snag this Chromebook with a 14-inch micro-edge display, 8GB of RAM and 128GB of storage for 49% off. It features a nonreflective antiglare pane on its display screen for reduced glare in sunlight and easier use outdoors.
This budget-friendly laptop features a 15.6-inch screen, an Intel Celeron dual-core processor, 12GB of RAM and 128GB of storage. Its smart noise-canceling capabilities block out unwanted background noise during video calls, making it a great choice for remote workers.
Running on Google’s Chrome operating system, this laptop comes with a 15.6-inch touchscreen display, an Intel Core i3 processor, 8GB of RAM and 256GB of storage. It comes with 12 months of Google AI Pro.
This budget-friendly Dell laptop features impressive hardware, including a 15-inch touch screen display, 8GB of RAM and Intel UHD Graphics. Its ExpressCharge feature allows you to recharge the battery up to 80% in just 1 hour. Get it for $350 during Best Buy’s Anti-Prime Day sale.
This 14-inch laptop is designed for seamless multitasking and entertainment, with a four-core, four-way processor and a vibrant display screen. It includes Intel UHD Graphics for high-quality video calls and streaming.
With a 15.6-inch display, 60Hz refresh rate and AMD Ryzen 3 7320U processor, this slim laptop has a lot to offer for under $250. It also comes with 8GB of memory, 128GB of storage and a built-in 720p camera.
This convertible laptop has a 14-inch, 360-degree flippable touchscreen, allowing it to double as a tablet. The device comes with a Intel Celeron N4500 processor, 8GB of RAM, 128GB of storage and three months of Google One AI Premium.
More Prime Day budget laptop deals under $500:
- Asus Vivobook 14: $250 (save $200). This 14-inch laptop, which costs under $300, runs on an Intel Core i3 processor, has 8GB of memory, a 128GB SSD and an 8-hour battery life.
- Lenovo Chromebook Duet 11: $269 (save $130). With a detachable keyboard and a 2K display, this 11-inch Chromebook also doubles as a tablet.
- Acer Chromebook 315: $200 (save $20). This affordable Chromebook is perfect for folks looking for something simple to browse the web.
- Samsung 14-inch Galaxy Chromebook Go: $220 (save $80). Good Chromebooks don’t get much cheaper than this.
- Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3x: $450 (save $300). This laptop is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon X and has a 2K resolution screen.
- Acer Chromebook Plus 515: $330 (save $100). Acer’s Chromebook comes with solid hardware specs and Google’s AI baked in.
- Lenovo Flex 5i Chromebook Plus: $379 (save $220). Lenovo’s stylish Chromebook is one for those who need an affordable yet functional machine.
- HP 15.6-inch laptop: $280 (save $250). A basic and affordable option for those who want a touchscreen.
- HP Stream 14-inch laptop: $263 (save $136). Perfect for students who want a decent laptop for their work without breaking the bank in the process.
Best Amazon Prime Day gaming laptop deals
Gamers can enjoy this gaming laptop with a 15.6-inch display, an AMD Ryzen 9 processor, Nvidia GeForce RTX 4070 graphics, 32GB of RAM and 1TB of storage at $350 less than the list price.
Game anywhere with 32GB of RAM, 1TB of SSD storage, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 graphics, a 15.6-inch FHD IPS display with a 144Hz fresh rate.
More Prime Day gaming laptop deals:
- Asus TUF Gaming F16 gaming laptop: $1,160 (save $380) (save $380). Get lifelike graphics with the Nvidia GeForce RTX 5060 GPU.
- HP Victus Full HD gaming laptop: $650 (save $250). Keep playing all day, or all night, with up to 12 hours of battery on a single charge.
- MSI Thin 15 gaming laptop (15.6-inch): $840 (save $60). MSI is well-known for its speed and power when it comes to gaming. You can’t go wrong here, not for this price.
- Alienware 16X Aurora gaming laptop: $1,350 (save $450). Alienware Cryo-tech stops your laptop from overheating and keeps it cool.
- Asus TUF Gaming A14 laptop (14-inch): $900 (save $300). A compact gaming laptop that will handle most AAA games that you throw at it. It has a 512GB SSD and 16GB of LPDDR5X RAM onboard.
- Asus ROG Strix gaming laptop (16-inch): $1,275 (save $225). The ROG Strix doesn’t hide its gamer aesthetic. It’s a great buy for those looking to play graphics-intensive titles.
- Alienware 18 Area-51 gaming laptop: $2,970 (save $530). This high-end gaming laptop has one of the largest screen sizes you can get in a portable machine.
Should you shop laptop deals during Prime Day?
Prime Day is one of the best times of the year to get your hands on a new laptop, and we recommend getting your order in sooner rather than later. Yes, there’s a slight chance that prices may dip a little lower later in the sale. However, it’s more likely that the best bargains will sell out fairly early. If you see a laptop that fits your needs and budget for several hundred dollars off, we’d recommend grabbing it before it goes out of stock.
Does Amazon Prime Day offer the best laptop deals?
As you might expect, major retailers are offering excellent deals to counter the discounts on Amazon. So, while Amazon Prime Day should be your main focus, we also recommend checking out our coverage of discounts at Walmart and Best Buy to find the perfect deal for you. Plus, smaller, online-only retailers like Adorama and B&H Photo are offering deals that often go under the radar. Lastly, also keep tabs on brand websites because HP and Acer are offering some direct deals of their own.
What else is on sale during Amazon Prime Day?
There is a huge variety of deals that you can shop for during Amazon Prime Day. These include tons of top tech like TVs and laptops, as well as tons of home goods and big-ticket items like mattresses and major appliances. There are also plenty of seasonal deals on things like grills, outdoor gear and other summer essentials. To give you a good idea of what’s out there, you can check out our full roundup of all the best Amazon Prime Day deals.
How we choose the best Amazon Prime Day laptop deals
Many of us at CNET have covered shopping events for more than five years, including Black Friday, Prime Day, Memorial Day and countless others. We’ve become good at weeding out scams and superficial deals, so you’ll see only the best offers on our lists.
When choosing laptop deals, we look for real discounts, quality reviews and remaining sale time. Our team of experts has tested hundreds of laptops to ensure we’re bringing you the best options at the best prices.
- Real discounts mean exactly that. We look at the price history for that product to make sure no brands are inflating prices to make the discount seem more substantial than it is.
- Quality reviews and testing are important for any product, including laptops. If you’re unhappy the first time you turn it on, the discount wasn’t worthwhile.
- Remaining sale time is a huge part of our vetting process. If a deal seems like it will only be around for a short while or will only be available for the remaining stock, we’ll let you know up front so you don’t come back to the deal later only to be disappointed.
Other ways to save
With potential tariff-related price hikes, now might be the best time to get these kinds of prices on laptops. There’s a chance we may not see the same kinds of prices during the next shopping event. Make sure to check out Best Buy and Walmart for even more deals if you can’t find one you like on Amazon.
