13 Dell back to school sales I'd buy right now — save on XPS, Alienware and more

The new XPS 13 is a budget machine made with students in mind. It features a 13.4-inch 2.5K (2560 x 1600) 120Hz touch display, Core 5-320 CPU, 8GB of RAM, and a 512GB SSD. In our hands-on, we called it an excellent alternative to the MacBook Neo. Note: Students can get it for $599, which is $100 less than the competing MacBook Neo.

The Alienware 16 Area 51 Laptop is a new machine powered by Nvidia's RTX 5060 GPU. This configuration also features an amazing 16-inch WQXGA (2560 x 1600) 240Hz LCD, Core Ultra 7-255HX CPU, 16GB of RAM, and a 1TB SSD. Yes, it's pricey, but this laptop has the muscle to take on anything you throw its way.

This laptop is a reliable pick for anyone looking for a mainstream machine that doesn't cost a fortune. It's equipped with an Intel Core i3-100U CPU, 8GB of RAM, 512GB SSD, and a 15.6-inch FHD 120Hz display. It's a great machine for students or for light web-based work.

Dell's Inspiron line was one of the first laptops to join the AI PC revolution. This Inspiron 14 Plus config features a 14-inch 2.5K display, Core Ultra 7-256V CPU, 16GB of RAM and a 1TB SSD.

This Dell XPS 13 with a Core Ultra 7-256V chip boasts incredible performance in a well-crafted, lightweight design. Its bright, 13.4-inch 2K screen with 120Hz refresh rate will make visuals shine. Throw in its 16GB of RAM, 512GB SSD, and exceptional battery life, lasting close to 20 hours, and you have yourself an amazing Copilot+ PC on your hands — especially with this discount.

Save on the Inspiron 16 Plus, decked out with AMD's Ryzen AI 7 350 CPU, 32GB of RAM, and a 1TB SSD. This laptop is an especially great pick for students, as it's well-equipped to last for years. Plus, after your work is done for the day, you can stream your favorite shows on its 16-inch 2K (1920 x 1200) display.

Looking for an extra performance boost? The Dell XPS 16 will do the trick, sporting an Intel Core Ultra 7-255H CPU, 32GB of RAM, and a 1TB SSD. Better yet, you'll get a 16.3-inch 2K display for some sweet visuals and casual gaming. In our XPS 16 review we said the Editor's Choice machine is our new favorite Windows machine.

Not every desktop computer requires a giant desk. This Inspiron Slim Desktop has decent specs, including an Intel Core Ultra 5 processor, but with a smaller footprint. With the nice discount, it's worth getting for anyone in the market for a new desktop PC. You also get 16GB of RAM and a 512GB SSD.

Dell's mainstream all-in-one just got an impressive price cut. It packs a Core 5-120U CPU, 16GB of RAM, and a 512GB SSD. The screen is also sizable at 27 inches with a 1080p resolution.

This Dell Tower PC is a great addition to your desktop. It sports an Intel Core Ultra 7-265 processor with 32GB of RAM and a 2TB SSD. It also sports a sleek new look with plenty of ports on board.

The Dell SE2225HM is the cheapest monitor in Dell's current sale, making it a budget-friendly choice for work or school. It has a 100Hz refresh rate, HDMI/VGA ports and a 5ms response time.

For a budget-friendly curved gaming monitor option, the Alienware AW3225DM will take you far. This 32-inch QHD (2560 x 1400) monitor comes with a 180Hz refresh rate and AMD FreeSync support, and its 1500R curvature means more immersion when playing the latest games. And it comes with two HDMI 2.1 ports and a DisplayPort 1.4 for good measure.

This well-designed 34-inch 4K display from Alienware is one of the best curved monitors on the market for folks seeking a high-speed gaming display. In our Alienware 34 QD-OLED review we said it runs like a dream thanks to its smooth 240Hz refresh rate and fast 0.03ms response time. It's a steal at its current price.