Best cheap laptop deals in September 2026

The Dell XPS 13 (2026) is a serious rival to the MacBook Neo. It can be configured to your liking, but the base model packs a 13.4-inch 2.5K touchscreen display, Core 5-320 CPU, 8GB of RAM, and a 512GB SSD. You also get two USB 3 ports and an all-aluminum design. Starting at $699, it's a budget laptop worth considering. In our XPS 13 2026 review, we called it the "the best budget Windows laptop right now." Note: Students can get it for $599 upon verifying their student status at Dell.

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. 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 AMD Ryzen 7-7730U processor, which although showing its age, is still enough to handle everyday tasks.

The MacBook Neo sports a 13-inch Liquid Retina (2408 x 1506) display, A18 Pro chipset, 8GB of RAM, 256GB SSD, and 1080p FaceTime HD camera. There's also the option to add TouchID and a 512GB SSD for a total price of $799. The 2.7-lb. laptop is available in Indigo, Blush, Citrus, and Silver. In our MacBook Neo review, we said no other laptop comes close to the Neo in terms of bang for your buck — even with its new/higher $699 price tag.

The Dell 14S is a svelte, new laptop that sports Intel's newest Panther Lake CPU. The processor balances power, efficiency, and gaming/entertainment performance. This configuration sports a 14-inch FHD+ display, Core 5-322 CPU, 16GB of RAM, and a 512GB SSD. It's 3.2-lb. design also make it a great pick for campus life.

There are plenty of cheap laptops out there, but the IdeaPad 3i is one of the best around. For starters, it has a 15.6-inch 1080p LED display, which is rare in laptops this cheap. You also get a Core i3-N305 CPU, 8GB of RAM and a 128GB SSD. It won't play the latest PC games, but it's a reliable machine for everyday work, web-based tasks, and entertainment/streaming.

This laptop is an awesome pick for anyone looking for a mainstream machine that doesn't cost a fortune. It's equipped with an Intel Core i5-1334U CPU, 16GB of RAM, 512GB SSD, and a 15.6-inch FHD 120Hz display. Yes, there are cheaper models, but I like this configuration because you get double the RAM of cheaper systems, which will make multitasking a smoother experience.

This HP OmniBook X Flip is one of the best value machines you can buy. It packs some powerful specs, too, with its Core Ultra 7-256V CPU, 16GB of RAM, and 1TB for storage. Throw in its 16-inch 2K (1920 x 1200) display and you're looking at a solid laptop that packs a punch.

Equipped with the latest Intel Core processor and Intel integrated graphics, the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i is ready to take some of the stress out of your work. And with a 60Whr battery life, you can work from wherever without interruption.

The IdeaPad Slim 5 is an excellent pick — especially at its current price. It’s equipped with a new AMD Ryzen AI 5 340 processor, 16GB of RAM, 512GB of SSD storage, and a large 16-inch, 1920 x 1200-pixel touch display.

This is one of the best Copilot+ PC deals available! This 14-inch thin and light laptop features a Snapdragon X Elite CPU for impressive performance and power efficiency, complemented by 16GB of RAM and 512GB of storage. It's all topped off with its gorgeous AMOLED display.

The Lenovo Yoga Slim 7X is one of the first Copilot+ PCs to boast a 14.5-inch 3K (2944 x 1840) OLED touchscreen display. The full spec sheet is equally impressive with a Snapdragon X Elite CPU, 32GB of RAM, and a 1TB SSD. Our Lenovo Yoga Slim 7x review said this is "one of the most beautiful laptops we've ever tested" and praised its speedy performance, gorgeous display and super long battery life.

The new Dell XPS 14 brings back the iconic laptop line in fine form thanks to its fresh design and Panther Lake performance and efficiency. This model has a 14-inch 2K non-touch LED display, Core Ultra 7-355 CPU, 16GB of RAM, and a 512GB SSD. In our XPS 14 (2026) review we said the Editor's Choice machine is a fantastic Windows laptop that offers stunning performance and strong battery life in an elegant, refined design.

This is a great deal on a new Lenovo LOQ gaming laptop sporting a 15.6-inch FHD panel with a 144Hz refresh rate. That lovely screen is powered by a beefy Nvidia GeForce RTX 5060 laptop GPU, 13th Gen Intel Core i5 CPU, 16GB of RAM and 512GB SSD.

If you’re into indie games or older games, there’s no need to splurge on a high-end gaming laptop. This HP Victus 15.6-inch configuration is on sale and it’s equipped with a 15.6-inch 1080p display with 144Hz refresh, Core i5-13420H CPU, 16GB of RAM, 1TB SSD, and RTX 4050 graphics.

The Alienware 16 Aurora is now on sale and it only recently launched. Along with its RTX 5050 GPU, expect an Intel Core 7-240H CPU, 16GB of RAM, 512GB SSD, and a 16-inch WQXGA (2560 x 1600) LED display with a 120Hz refresh rate.

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, it's on sale and packs a Core Ultra 7 255HX processor, 32GB of RAM, 1TB SSD and an RTX 5060 GPU. Display wise, you're looking at WQXGA with a 240Hz refresh rate.

Save big on this RTX 5060-powered HP Omen 16" 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 16-inch 2K display. Note: Use coupon code "GAMEON15" at checkout to get this price.

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.

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.

The Alienware 16 Area 51 Laptop is a new 2025 machine powered by Nvidia's new RTX 5060 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.

This Lenovo Legion Pro 7i is a cutting-edge gaming laptop thanks to its Nvidia GeForce RTX 5080 GPU, the Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX CPU, 32GB of RAM and 2TB of storage. That's more than enough power to make all your favorite games run great on the 16-inch 1600p 240Hz OLED display.

The MacBook Air has been upgraded with Apple's newest M5 chipset. The new laptop features a 13.6-inch (2560 x 1664) display, Apple M5 chipset, 16GB of RAM, 512GB SSD, and support for WiFi 7 and Bluetooth 6. Although it sports a $100 price increase, the base model now comes with a 512GB SSD instead of 256GB. In our MacBook Air M5 review we said it's the laptop to get for most people and users with an M3 or older chipset will notice a major performance boost.
Price check: $1,299 @ Best Buy

The MacBook Air has been upgraded with Apple's newest M5 chipset. The new laptop features a 15.3-inch (2880 x 1864) display, Apple M5 chipset, 16GB of RAM, 512GB SSD, and support for WiFi 7 and Bluetooth 6.
Price check: $1,499 @ Best Buy

The new MacBook Pro features Apple's latest M5 chipset, with a 10-core CPU and 10-core GPU. It's designed to deliver a huge boost in AI and graphics performance for everyone from students to creatives. In our MacBook Pro M5 review we said the Editor's Choice machine is a fantastic option for power users who demand a powerful and portable notebook with epic (18 hour) battery life. The base model features a 14.2-inch 3024 x 1964 Retina display, Apple M5 CPU, 16GB of RAM, and a 512GB SSD.
Price check: $1,999 @ Best Buy

If you’re looking for a Chromebook that can simply access the internet, manage emails, stream the web, and work in Google Docs or a similar web-based program, this is one of the best value Chromebooks I’ve seen. It comes with an Intel N200 processor, 8GB of RAM, 64 GB of eMMC storage, and a 15.6-inch, 1366 x 768-pixel display.

This Acer Chromebook Plus Spin 714 is on sale at Best Buy. It sports a 14-inch 1920 x 1200 touch display, Intel Core Ultra 5 Series 1 CPU, 8GB RAM and 256GB storage. This 2-in-1 can switch to tablet mode, and it offers long battery life and good performance.

Lamicall's laptop stand is the best overall because it offers plenty of height and angle adjustments, a built-in heat vent design, and large rubber grips with plenty of friction to keep your laptop steady while typing. Plus, it’s foldable.

The Ugreen Nexode 100W has three USB ports for charging your electronic devices, including tablets, smartphones, and even laptops. This is a great product for anyone with multiple electronic devices.

Perfect for casual clickers or those who don’t need to fork out for specialized ergonomic mice, the Logitech Signature M650 is a great all-rounder with two connection options and customizable shortcuts. However, it may not be comfortable enough for long term professional use.