The best laptop deals of 2020 are here. Outside of Black Friday, August and September are great months for cheap laptop deals thanks to the influx of back to school sales. Plus, since there was no Amazon Prime Day this summer, retailers are offering steeper than average laptop deals on some of our favorite notebooks.
Currently, one of our favorite laptop deals comes courtesy of the Apple Store — which is renown for not offering discounts. However, Apple is currently taking up to $200 off select Macbooks and iPads as part of its back to school promo. Even better, you'll get a free pair of AirPods with your purchase. (Just remember that you'll need an edu-based e-mail account to qualify for this laptop deal). Meanwhile, Best Buy's Student deals program is offering a variety of laptop deals ($50 to $300 off) on laptops and iPads.
So if you're looking for laptop deals, you've come to right place. (Alternatively, you can also check out our guide to the best Chromebook deals).
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Best laptop deals right now
- Dell Chromebook 11: was $349 now $249 @ Dell
- HP 15z: was $449 now $389 @ HP
- MacBook Air (2020): was $999 now $949 @ Amazon
- ThinkPad X1 Carbon: was $2,149 now $899 @ Lenovo
- Acer Chromebook 315: was $279 now $229 @ Adorama
Cheap laptop deals under $299
Acer Chromebook 315: was $279 now $229 @ Adorama
The Acer Chromebook 315 packs a 15.6-inch 1366 x 768 LCD, 1.1GHz Celeron N4000 CPU, 4GB of RAM, and 64GB eMMC. (There's a microSD slot to expand its memory). It's now $50 off and one of the cheapest laptop deals around. View Deal
Dell Chromebook 11 3100: was $349 now $249 @ Dell
This durable Chromebook can take whatever your kids can dish out, including drops and spills. The specs are also solid for the price. You get a Celeron CPU, 4GB of RAM, and an 11.6-inch HD display.View Deal
Dell laptop deals: from $293 @ Dell
Dell is taking up to $350 off a wide selection of Inspiron laptops during its current sale. After discount, laptop deals start at $293.View Deal
Cheap laptop deals under $599
Lenovo IdeaPad 3: was $448 now $389 @ Amazon
The IdeaPad 3 is a mainstream 2020 laptop with a budget price tag. It packs a 15.6-inch 1366 x 768 LCD, Core i3-1005G1 CPU, 8GB of RAM, and a 256GB SSD. It's a great laptop deal for school, work, or just about any setting.View Deal
HP 15z: was $449 now $389 @ HP
The HP 15z is the most affordable laptop in HP's current sale. It packs a 15.6-inch 1366 x 768 LCD, 2.4GHz AMD Athlon Gold 3150U CPU, 8GB of RAM, and 128GB SSD. Recommended upgrades include a 1080p LCD (+$60) or a Ryzen 3 CPU (+$20). View Deal
Acer Aspire 3 bundle: was $450 now $399 at Amazon
An epic laptop deal for students, this bundle includes the 2020 Acer Aspire 3 bundled with a Legendary backpack ($49 value) and mouse pad for $399. The laptop features a 14-inch 1366 x 768 LCD, AMD A9 CPU, 12GB of RAM, and a 128GB SSD. View Deal
HP Chromebook x360: was $629 now $529 @ Best Buy
Unlike most Chromebooks, the HP Chromebook x360 packs a 10th-gen Core i3 CPU, which means it should deliver snappy performance. It also features a 1080p LCD, 8GB of RAM, and 64GB eMMC. The 2-in-1 is an excellent laptop deal if you require a Chromebook with a little extra muscle power. You'll need an edu-based e-mail to sign up for Best Buy's free student deals newsletter to get this price. View Deal
Best cheap laptop deals over $600
Galaxy Chromebook 4K: was $999 now $799 @ Best Buy
The Samsung Galaxy Chromebook 2-in-1 is one of the few Chromebooks to pack a 13.3-inch 4K screen. It also features a Core i5-10210U CPU, 8GB of RAM, and a 256GB SSD. This laptop deal is one of the best we've seen for power users and fans of Chromebooks. View Deal
HP Envy x360 2-in-1: was $949 now $799 @ HP
A true MacBook Air killer, the HP Envy x360 2-in-1 packs a 15.6-inch 1080p IPS touch display, Core i7-1065G7 CPU, 8GB of RAM, and a 256GB SSD with 16GB of Intel Optane memory. It's now $150 off and one of the best cheap laptop deals you'll find. View Deal
XPS 13 2-in-1 (7390): was $881 now $832 @ Dell
If you prefer a 2-in-1, Dell has the XPS 13 2-in-1 on sale for $832.99 via coupon "50OFF699". It features a 13.3-inch touchscreen display, Core i3-1005G1 CPU, 4GB of RAM, and a 256GB SSD. View Deal
XPS 13 Laptop (7390): was $958 now $890 @ Dell
The XPS 13 is one of the best laptops you can buy. For a limited time, use coupon "50OFF699" to drop the price of this XPS 13 to $890.81. It features a 13.3-inch display, Core i5-10210U CPU, 8GB of RAM, and a 256GB SSD. It's one of the best laptop deals you'll find. View Deal
ThinkPad X1 Carbon: was $2,149 now $899 @ Lenovo
The ThinkPad X1 Carbon is the ultimate laptop. The config on sale features a 14-inch 1080p IPS LCD, Core i5-8265U CPU, 8GB of RAM, and a 256GB SSD. Use coupon code "THINKDEAL" to drop its price to $899. View Deal
HP Omen 15t (2020): was $1,069 now $969 @ HP
The Omen 15t (2020) is a stylish gaming beast with a minimalist design that looks less like a gaming rig and more like a premium laptop. It's one of the best laptop deals in HP's ongoing sale. It includes a 15.6-inch 1080p IPS LCD, Core i5-10300H CPU, 8GB of RAM, 256GB SSD, and a GTX 1650 Ti GPU. View Deal
Samsung Notebook 9 Pro 15: was $1,249 now $999 @ Microsoft
Now $250 off, the Samsung Notebook 9 Pro 15 is a stylish MacBook Pro alternative. You get 2-in-1 functionality, Intel Core i7 performance, and solid battery life for under $1,000. View Deal
Gigabyte Aero 15 OLED: was $1,899 now $1,299 @ Amazon
Currently $599 off, the beastly Aero 15 OLED is the cheapest 4K OLED gaming rig we've ever seen. The config on sale houses a 15.6-inch 4K AMOLED display, Core i7-9750H CPU, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD, and an Nvidia GTX 1660Ti GPU.View Deal
Dell XPS 15 (9500): was $1,549 now $1,499 @ Dell
The XPS 15 (2020) is one of the smallest and most stylish 15-inch laptops we've reviewed. Rarely does it go on sale. The system on sale packs a 15.6-inch 1920 x 1200 display, Core i7-10750H CPU, 8GB of RAM, 256GB SSD, and a GTX 1650 GPU. Use coupon "50OFF699" to drop its price to just $1,499. It's one of the best laptop deals we've seen for this system. View Deal
Best cheap laptop deals — Apple
MacBook Air 2020 (256GB): was $999 now $949 @ Amazon
The new MacBook Air sports a Core i3-1005G1 CPU, 8GB of RAM, and a 256GB SSD. It also features Apple's new Magic Keyboard, which utilizes keys that actually feel great to type on. It's now $50 off, which is one of the best cheap laptop deals ever.View Deal
MacBook Air 2020 (512GB): was $1,299 now $1,199 @ Amazon
Need more storage? Amazon also has the MacBook Air 2020 with a Core i5 CPU and 512GB SSD on sale for $1,199. That's $100 off and the cheapest price for this step-up model. View Deal
MacBook Pro 13.3" (2020): was $1,799 now $1,599 @ B&H Photo
Apple offers four configurations of its new 2020 MacBook Pro 13.3-inch laptop. There are two configs with 8th-gen CPUs and two configs with 10th-gen CPUs. This model is the base MacBook Pro with a 10th-gen CPU. It houses a 2GHz Core i5 CPU, 16GB of RAM, 512GB SSD, and four Thunderbolt 3 ports. It's now $200 off. View Deal
MacBook Pro 13.3" (2020): was $1,999 now $1,799 @ B&H Photo
Need more power? This upgraded MacBook Pro packs a 2GHz Core i5 CPU, 16GB of RAM, 1TB SSD, and four Thunderbolt 3 ports. It's now $200 off. View Deal
16-inch MacBook Pro: was $2,399 now $2,099 @ Amazon
The 16-inch MacBook Pro is $299 off at Amazon right now. This model comes with a Core i7 processor, 16GB of RAM, a 512GB SSD and AMD Radeon Pro 5300M graphics. It's a solid deal and currently and it's second-cheapest price ever. (It hit $1,999 briefly during Independence Day). View Deal
16-inch MacBook Pro: was $2,799 now $2,499 @ Amazon
The ultimate Mac laptop, this model comes with a Core i9 processor, 16GB of RAM, 1TB SSD, and AMD Radeon Pro 5500M graphics. This is biggest price drop ($399 off) we've seen for this specific configuration and one of the best Apple deals of the summer. View Deal
MacBook Pro 13.3" (2019): was $1,499 now $1,199 @ B&H
The MacBook Pro gives you loads of power in a super-portable chassis. This 2019 model has 8GB of RAM, an 8th-gen Core i5 CPU, 256GB SSD, and two Thunderbolt 3 ports. View Deal
Best cheap laptop sales
Buy a Mac or iPad, get free AirPods @ Apple
Back to school season is in full swing and the laptop deals at Apple are excellent for students and teachers. Currently, students and educators who purchase an eligible Mac or iPad will get a free pair of AirPods. The free AirPods are in addition to Apple's educational discounts, which take up to $200 off select Macs and iPads.View Deal
MS Store laptop deals: up to $400 off @ MS Store
The MS Store is taking up to $400 off a wide range of laptops including budget machines, gaming rigs, and mainstream laptops. After discount, prices start at just $399 for the new Surface Go 2, which is the perfect cheap laptop for kids learning from home. View Deal
Gaming laptops: $100 off @ Best Buy
Want a laptop that can be used for work and play? Best Buy is taking $100 off a wide selection of gaming laptops from Asus, HP, and Dell. You'll need an edu-based e-mail to sign up for Best Buy's free student deals newsletter to access this sale. However, every laptop in the sale is $100 off. It's one of the best laptop deals we've seen for gamers. View Deal
Chromebook w/ Jabra earbuds: $100 off @ Best Buy
For a limited time, students can take $100 off select Chromebooks during Best Buy's back to school sale. Plus, get the Jabra Elite 65t Earbuds for just $20 when you buy a Chromebook priced $299 or more. You'll need an edu-based e-mail to sign up for Best Buy's free student deals newsletter to access this sale. View Deal
HP laptop deals: up to $380 off laptops
For a limited time, HP is taking up to $400 off select HP laptops. For instance, you can get the HP 17 for $399. It features a 17.3-inch 1080p LCD, AMD Athlon CPU, 8GB of RAM, and 2TB HDD. View Deal
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Best cheap laptops of 2020
The Acer Aspire 5 is one of the best laptops under $500. It features a bright, 1080p display, strong 8th Gen Core i3 processing performance, and offers 9 hours of battery life. The affordably priced Aspire 5 is much thinner than its sibling, the Aspire E 15. The Aspire 5 is the best sub-$500 laptop currently available.
See Laptop Mag's review of the Acer Aspire 5
Normally priced under $400, the Acer Aspire E 15 features an 8th Gen Core i3 processor, an ample number of ports and a minimalist, yet premium design. It has a DVD writer, USB Type-C port, 9 hour battery and springy, well-spaced, comfortable keys. Simply put, it's as premium as an affordable laptop can get.
See our full review of the Acer Aspire E 15
Don't let its cute, candy-hued exterior fool you. The $200 HP Stream 11 delivers long battery life, great audio, and strong performance for the price. HP cuts some corners by using a dim display and the laptop's bottom gets uncomfortably warm, but the lightweight Stream 11 is one of the best sub-$200 Windows laptops on the market. It's also a solid choice for kids.
The HP Chromebook x2 packs features that most cheap laptops don't like a color rich 2400 x 1600 display and solid stereo speakers. What's more, the Chromebook x2's keyboard is comfortable to use and its battery lasts up to 9 hours between charges. For creatives, It includes HP's Active Pen, making it one of the best value Chromebooks you can buy.
See Laptop Mag's full review of the HP Chromebook x2.
If you're looking for a sleek and lightweight portable laptop under $500, the Acer Swift 1 is a solid choice. This 14-inch 1080p laptop has an all aluminum exterior, ample ports, and 10 hours of battery life for under $400. Its Intel Pentium Silver N5000 and 4GB of RAM hardware is enough for multitasking. Overall, the Acer Swift 1 is a solid choice for a lightweight sub-$500 laptop.
See Laptop Mag's review of the Acer Swift 1.