Amazon’s October Prime Day brought a host of deals on top tech, including laptops. Now that the shopping event is over, many of those discounts have disappeared, but all is not lost. We’re still combing the internet to find the best lingering deals for you. There's a wide range of laptops still available, from gaming laptops to simple Chromebooks, with prices as good as Prime Day prices. Outside of Amazon, you can also find deals right now at retailers like Best Buy and Walmart with markdowns across popular models.
CNET's shopping experts have rounded up the best deals still available right now so you can snag a solid upgrade. Definitely act fast to get the best prices before they disappear. And if your wishlist runs beyond laptops, we've got you covered with our curated roundups of the best Prime Day discounts left on tablets, headphones, smart home gear and more.
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Best October Prime Day laptop deals
From Apple to HP, all your favorite brands are on sale as part of Amazon's October Prime Day sale.
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.
The Lenovo ThinkBook 16 has an Intel Core i5-13420H processor, 16GB RAM and a 512GB PCIe SSD. It also has Intel Iris Xe graphics and Windows 11 Pro. Best of all, it's over 60% off.
This laptop from LG may be pricey, but it's got the specs to be worth it to high-end shoppers. Not only is it good enough for streaming and surfing the internet, but it also has a beautiful OLED display that'll make your images and videos 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 in this price bracket, don't hesitate.
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.
This budget-friendly Dell laptop features impressive hardware, including a 15-inch touchscreen, 8GB of RAM and Intel UHD Graphics. Its ExpressCharge feature allows you to recharge the battery up to 80% in just an hour.
- Apple MacBook Pro M4: $1,799 (save $200). This Pro is ideal for those with heavy-hitting tasks to complete. It can handle anything you throw its way.
- Asus TUF F16 gaming laptop: $770 (save $230). Level up your gaming experience with this powerful machine.
- HP Omen 16-inch gaming laptop: $1,499 (save $100). This gaming laptop uses an AI-enabled Intel processor to give you the best power and performance.
- HP Victus: $769 (save $131). 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.
- Acer Nitro V 16 AI gaming laptop: $699 (save $200). This powerful laptop features an AMD Ryzen 5 240 processor and an Nvidia GeForce RTX 5050 graphics card.
- Asus Vivobook 14: $289 (save $161). This 14-inch laptop runs on an Intel Core i3 processor, has 8GB of memory, a 128GB SSD and eight-hour battery life.
- Lenovo Chromebook Duet 11: $249 (save $150). With a detachable keyboard and a 2K display, this 11-inch Chromebook doubles as a tablet.
- Lenovo Flex 5i Chromebook Plus: $549 (save $50). Lenovo's stylish Chromebook is one for those who need an affordable yet functional machine.
- HP 15.6-inch laptop: $350 (save $150). A basic and affordable option for those who want a touchscreen.
- Acer Chromebook 311: $157 (save $42). This affordable Chromebook is perfect for folks looking for something simple to browse the web.
- HP OmniBook 7 laptop: $850 (save $160). This laptop is great for multitasking, plus it can transform into a tablet.
- HP OmniBook X Flip 16-inch touchscreen laptop: $700 (save $400). This sleek laptop has a 1TB SSD for storing all your files and images, and enough performance to handle work tasks.
- LG UltraPC 16-inch laptop: $500 (save $200). If you're in the market for a slim and light laptop that can handle daily tasks, while still looking good, this LG laptop is one to consider.
- Asus Vivobook Go: $330 (save $170). This laptop has a vibrant OLED display, impressive battery life and a solid keyboard.
- Lenovo IdeaPad 5: $490 (save $460). This laptop has an immersive display and a powerful yet efficient processor that should enable long working sessions.
- Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 2: $1,000 (save $200). This workstation has an AMD Ryzen 7 7735HS processor and 64GB of DDR5 RAM to handle any task.
- Acer Nitro 5 gaming laptop: $773 (save $127). A capable gaming machine on a budget, powered by the RTX 3050 Ti GPU with an Intel Core i5-12500H processor.
- Acer Swift 16 AI: $800 (save $450). A big OLED screen and fast Ultra-series chip make this a strong MacBook Air alternative for creative work.
- HP 14-inch Chromebook: $119 (save $210). HP's inexpensive Chromebook is a great beginner computer for young students.
- Dell 16-inch touchscreen laptop: $1,200 (save $2,100). Enjoy a beautiful touchscreen, strong connectivity and an Intel 10-Core 7 150U processor.
- Dell Inspiron 15 laptop: $800 (save $1,400). A solid all-around Windows machine with enough power for heavy multitasking.
- Lenovo Yoga 7 2-in-1 Copilot Plus PC 14-inch 2K OLED touchscreen laptop: $980 (save $120). This flexible laptop can be used as a laptop, tablet or in tent mode, and is compatible with the optional Yoga Pen.
- Microsoft Surface Pro: $700 (save $100). This 2025-release model is fast and lightweight, with a detachable design that makes it popular.
- Acer Aspire 3: $316 (save $34). Priced at under $350, this laptop is a worthwhile budget buy, especially with its 17-hour battery life.
- Lenovo Legion 5i: $1,300 (save $260). This lightweight laptop is great for gaming and general use, which is why we recently added it to our list of the best laptops.
- Acer Gateway Chromebook 314: $219 (save $31). This affordable Chromebook has an Intel Celeron N4500 processor, 4GB RAM and 64GB storage, as well as a Full HD display.
- Samsung Galaxy Book 5 360 laptop: $1,000 (save $350). This two-in-one convertible has an Intel Core Ultra 7 processor, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD and a 15.6-inch full HD AMOLED touchscreen.
- Apple MacBook Air M2 (13-inch): $699 (save $100). Apple's slightly older MacBook gets a powerful M2 chip with an eight-core CPU, 16GB RAM and 256GB storage.
- Asus Zenbook A14 OLED laptop: $580 (save $420). This lightweight Copilot Plus PC is powered by a Snapdragon X Plus processor and has a brilliant 14-inch OLED screen.
- Microsoft Surface Laptop (13-inch): $1,200 (save $400). A high-end laptop with an impressive battery life and durable design.
- Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3X: $575 (save $180). This ultra-slim laptop is powered by Qualcomm and supports on-device AI capabilities.
- Samsung Galaxy Chromebook Go: $216 (save $84). This 14-inch Chromebook has a 12-hour battery life to get you through the work or school day.
- HP EliteBook Ultra G1i: $1,799 (save $1,100). A compact, lightweight laptop with an impressive 2.8K OLED display.
- HP Newly Designed 15.6-Inch Business Laptop: $480 (save $260). A quiet, long-lasting laptop equipped with Windows 11 Pro and ready to help you take on your office tasks.
- Lenovo 15-inch Gaming Laptop Computer: $650 (save $1,050). Anti-glare display with AMD Radeon 660M Graphics and lots of storage for games with a 1TB PCIe NVMe SSD.
Should you shop laptop deals during October Prime Big Deal Days?
There are many last-minute deals still available right now as part of Prime Big Deal Days, so it's probably worth getting your order in before stock runs out. If you see a laptop that fits your needs and budget for several hundred dollars off, we recommend acting while you can.
Does Amazon's Prime Big Deal Days 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. Finally, also keep tabs on brand websites because HP and Acer are offering some direct deals of their own.
What else is on sale during Prime Big Deal Days?
There is a huge variety of deals that you can shop for during Amazon Prime Day. These include top tech like TVs and laptops, as well as home goods and big-ticket items like mattresses and major appliances. There are also plenty of seasonal deals on fall and winter essentials to prepare for the colder seasons. 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 Prime Big Deal Days 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 prices particularly volatile due to tariff-related 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.
How to keep up with the best Prime Big Deal Days sales
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