Labor Day is a great time to buy a new laptop and I’ve picked the best deals right now

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I don't need a new laptop, but if I were to buy one — now would be it. This time of the year is when back to school sales wind down and Labor Day laptop sales pick up. In other words, it's an excellent time to score a deal on some of the best laptops we've tested here at Tom's Guide.

As a MacBook Air user, I'm always looking for Apple deals and right now Amazon has MacBooks on sale from $799. This includes the excellent 13-inch MacBook Air (M4) for $799 and the 15-inch MacBook Air (M4) for $999. Those are the best MacBook prices I've seen all year.

If you're a Windows user, it's hard to beat Best Buy. Right now Best Buy has Windows laptops on sale from $219. I'm a fan of the Samsung Galaxy Book 4 Pro 360 for $899. You get a beefy machine with a 16-inch AMOLED display, Core Ultra 7 CPU, 16GB of RAM, and a 1TB SSD.

In my opinion, Dell also deserves a shoutout. The Alienware 16 Aurora with RTX 5050 is on sale for just $899. I've seen plenty of Dell deals and this is hands-down the cheapest Alienware rig I've seen possibly in the past two years. (You can check out my Dell Labor Day sale roundup for more recommendations).

Below I'm tallying all the best Labor Day laptop sales I'd shop right now. Every machine I'm recommending is guaranteed to last you for several years thanks to their impressive spec sheets. (For more deals, check out our guide to the best Labor Day sales right now).

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My Top Laptop Deals

Dell XPS 13
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Dell XPS 13: was $1,149 now $799 at Dell

Save big on this Intel Core Ultra 5-powered laptop. In addition to its CPU, this XPS 13 configuration is also equipped with 16GB of RAM, 512GB of SSD storage and a 13.4-inch 2K display with 120Hz refresh rate. It's a great machine for home, school, work, or all of the above.

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Apple 13" MacBook Air (M4)
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Apple 13" MacBook Air (M4): was $999 now $799 at Amazon

The new MacBook Air is powered by Apple's latest M4 chipset. It upgrades the camera from 1080p to 12MP with Center Stage support. The M4 chipset also supports dual external monitors, even when you have the laptop's lid open. It packs a 13.6-inch Liquid Retina display (2560 x 1664), Apple's M4 CPU w/ 10-core GPU, 16GB of RAM and 256GB SSD. In our MacBook Air M4 review, we said the Editor's Choice laptop is irresistible thanks to its speedy performance, sharper camera and lower starting price.

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Alienware 16 Aurora w/ RTX 5050
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Alienware 16 Aurora w/ RTX 5050: was $1,199 now $899 at Dell

By far the best deal I've seen on an RTX 5050 gaming laptop all year, the Alienware 16 Aurora is now $300 off, and it only recently launched. Along with its RTX 5050 GPU, expect an Intel Core 7-240H CPU, 16GB of RAM, 512GB for storage, and a 16-inch WQXGA (2560 x 1600) LED display with a 120Hz refresh rate.

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Windows

Acer Aspire Go 15 Laptop
Acer Aspire Go 15 Laptop: was $349 now $279 at Amazon

The Acer Aspire Go 15 made our list of the best laptops as the best value pick, and it's even better value now that it's on sale for a discount! You get a roomy 15.6-inch display, 10 hours of battery life and plenty of ports. We also like its comfortable keyboard, and its Intel Core i3 processor is enough to handle everyday tasks. The webcam and speakers aren't great, but that's not too bad for the price.

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Samsung Galaxy Book4 Edge
Samsung Galaxy Book4 Edge : was $899 now $699 at Best Buy

Want an inexpensive Copilot+ PC? This 15.6-inch laptop won't disappoint despite its low price. It features a Snapdragon X Plus CPU, 16GB of RAM and 512GB of storage. Its 15.6-inch 1080p display is pretty standard, but at this price that's no dealbreaker.

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Asus Zenbook S 14 Copilot+ PC
Asus Zenbook S 14 Copilot+ PC: was $1,399 now $839 at Best Buy

This svelte PC packs enough style to make Mac fans jealous. Under the hood you'll find a Core Ultra 7 CPU, 16GB of RAM and a 1TB SSD. There's also a 14-inch 2880 x 1800 OLED display with 120Hz refresh rate.

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Asus Vivobook S 16 OLED Copilot+ PC
Asus Vivobook S 16 OLED Copilot+ PC: was $1,149 now $849 at Staples

In this impressively thin, light and premium-feeling notebook, you'll find a drop dead gorgeous OLED display, Core Ultra 9-285H chipset, 16GB of RAM and a 1TB SSD. We reviewed the smaller 15-inch model and in our Asus Vivobook S 15 Copilot+ PC review, we said the Editor's Choice laptop is a great machine that puts Microsoft on a new path to truly take on the mighty MacBook.

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Samsung Galaxy Book4 Pro 360
Samsung Galaxy Book4 Pro 360: was $1,899 now $899 at Best Buy

This is one of the best Copilot+ PC deals available! This 16-inch laptop features an Intel Core Ultra 7 CPU for impressive performance and power efficiency, complemented by 16GB of RAM and 1TB of storage. It's all topped off with its gorgeous 120Hz AMOLED display.

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Gaming

Alienware 16X Aurora w/ RTX 5060
Alienware 16X Aurora w/ RTX 5060: was $1,549 now $1,349 at Dell

If you're looking to lock in with an upgrade on the classic Aurora laptop, the 16X model is a step up (though it's also pricier). Fortunately, there's $200 off this build with Intel Core Ultra 7 255HX processor, 16GB of RAM, 1TB SSD and an RTX 5060 GPU. Display wise, you're looking at WQXGA with a 240Hz refresh rate.

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HP Omen 17 w/ RTX 4070
HP Omen 17 w/ RTX 4070: was $1,799 now $1,449 at HP US

Save big on this RTX 40700-powered HP Omen 17.3" configuration, an ideal pick for casual games or graphically intensive games at lower settings. It’s equipped with an AMD Ryzen AI 7 CPU, 16GB of RAM, and a 1TB SSD. You also get a 17.3-inch 1080p 144Hz display.

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Acer Predator Helios Neo 14 w/ RTX 4070
Acer Predator Helios Neo 14 w/ RTX 4070: was $1,749 now $1,579 at Amazon

As another gaming laptop that can pump out wicked gaming performance in a sleek design, the Acer Predator Helios Neo 14 is now on sale for a discount. You can expect an Intel Core Ultra 9 185H processor, an RTX 4070 GPU, 16GB of DDR5 RAM and a 1TB SSD. All PC games will look buttery smooth on its 14.5-inch WQXGA+ (2880 x 1800) IPS display with a 165Hz refresh rate.

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Acer Predator Helios Neo 16S w/ RTX 5070 Ti
Acer Predator Helios Neo 16S w/ RTX 5070 Ti: was $1,899 now $1,699 at Best Buy

The Acer Predator Helios Neo 16S has everything you need for solid mid-range gaming. It sports a 16-inch OLED display with a sharp 1600p resolution, an Intel Core "Lunar Lake" Ultra 9 CPU, 32GB of RAM, 1TB of SSD storage, and an RTX 5070 Ti GPU. Combine that with its elegant chassis and generous port selection, and this is a fantastic gaming laptop deal.

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Alienware 16 Area 51 Laptop w/ RTX 5070
Alienware 16 Area 51 Laptop w/ RTX 5070: was $2,749 now $2,199 at Dell

The Alienware 16 Area 51 Laptop is a new 2025 machine powered by Nvidia's new RTX 5070 GPU. This configuration also features an amazing 16-inch 2560 x 1600 240Hz LCD, Core Ultra 9-275HX CPU, 32GB of RAM and a 1TB SSD. Yes, it's pricey, but this is one of the first discounts we've seen on Alienware's just-released laptops.

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MSI Stealth 18 w/ RTX 4080
MSI Stealth 18 w/ RTX 4080: was $3,299 now $2,399 at Best Buy

If you’re searching for a high-end gaming rig that’ll stand the test of time and handle AAA games with ease, look no further. Save on this MSI Stealth 18 configuration, equipped with an Intel Core Ultra 9 185H processor, 32GB of RAM, an RTX 4080 GPU, and 1TB of SSD storage. And here’s the best feature: an 18-inch UHD (3840 x 2560) display with a max 120Hz refresh rate.

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Alienware x16 R2 Gaming Laptop (RTX 4080)
Alienware x16 R2 Gaming Laptop (RTX 4080): was $3,299 now $2,948 at Amazon

You can now grab this beefy Alienware x16 R2 gaming laptop for a discount. Sporting an Intel Core Ultra 9 185H CPU, an Nvidia GeForce RTX 4080 GPU, 32GB of RAM, a 1TB SSD and a neat 16-inch FHD (1920 x 1200) 240Hz display, you bet it can make any game you throw at it look spectacular.

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MacBooks

Apple 13" MacBook Air (M1)
Apple 13" MacBook Air (M1): was $999 now $599 at goto.walmart.com

The MacBook Air M1 offers fantastic performance and value. The M1 CPU never stuttered in our tests and also helped it reach over 14 hours of battery life. It features a 13.3-inch Retina display, Apple M1 CPU, 8GB of RAM and a 256GB SSD. In our MacBook Air M1 review, we said it offers amazing endurance and shockingly good speed.
Price check: sold out @ Best Buy | sold out @ Amazon

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Apple 13" MacBook Air (M4)
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Apple 13" MacBook Air (M4): was $999 now $799 at Amazon

The new MacBook Air is powered by Apple's latest M4 chipset. It upgrades the camera from 1080p to 12MP with Center Stage support. The M4 chipset also supports dual external monitors, even when you have the laptop's lid open. It packs a 13.6-inch Liquid Retina display (2560 x 1664), Apple's M4 CPU w/ 10-core GPU, 16GB of RAM and 256GB SSD. In our MacBook Air M4 review, we said the Editor's Choice laptop is irresistible thanks to its speedy performance, sharper camera and lower starting price.

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Apple MacBook Pro 14" (M4/512GB)
Apple MacBook Pro 14" (M4/512GB): was $1,599 now $1,299 at Amazon

The M4-based MacBook Pro M4 is pretty close to being the perfect laptop. You get fantastic performance from the M4 chip, useful Apple Intelligence features, a better webcam and obscenely long battery life (18:31). In our MacBook Pro 14-inch M4 review, we said it's the best laptop for power users, now with more AI features. The base model features a 14.2-inch 3024 x 1964 Retina display, Apple M4 CPU, 16GB of RAM, and a 512GB SSD.
Price check: $1,599 @ Best Buy | $1,399 @ B&H

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Apple MacBook Pro 14" (M4 Pro/512GB)
Apple MacBook Pro 14" (M4 Pro/512GB): was $1,999 now $1,699 at Amazon

If you're looking for raw horsepower, the 14-inch MacBook Pro with M4 Pro chip is for you. It offers blistering performance and will likely speed through most of your daily tasks without so much as a hiccup. The base model features a 14.2-inch 3024 x 1964 Retina display, Apple M4 Pro CPU, 24GB of RAM and a 512GB SSD.
Price check: $1,799 @ Best Buy | $1,959 @ B&H

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Louis Ramirez

As deals editor-in-chief at Tom’s Guide, Louis is constantly looking for ways to avoid paying full price for the latest gadgets, appliances, and apparel. With over 10 years of deals-hunting experience, Louis price checks against multiple retailers and searches high and low for the best deals to bring readers. He's also always on the look out for the best coupon codes to use when shopping. A born-and-bred New Yorker, Louis is also an avid swimmer and marathoner. His work has appeared on Gizmodo, CNET, and Time Out New York.

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