Positioned in time for fall birthdays and early holiday shopping, Amazon Prime Day is a great time to save on items that might be too pricey to get otherwise. Laptops are one such category, especially because even a small percentage discount can save you over $100 on a new model. That's why we've gathered all of the best Prime Day laptop deals running now, below.
Not all of the Prime Big Deal Days laptop sales are worth your time. Several no-name manufacturers and sketchy third-party sellers squeeze into the fray, trying to distract from brands that are actually good and priced low for the event.
Some of the Prime Day laptop deal highlights include Microsoft, HP, Apple, Lenovo, and more, all captured in this list. For more savings, check out our roundup of all the best Prime Day deals available now.
The 5 best Prime Day laptop deals
Prime Day laptop deal pitfalls
Though the Business Insider Reviews team is working around the clock to keep our deal roundups as fresh as possible, laptops sell out especially fast. Not only that, but third-party sellers on Amazon love to jump on the opportunity by undercutting official retailer listings by cents, so buyers end up purchasing from non-official sources.
When shopping for laptops, or anything, on Amazon, always double-check that you are buying from a trustworthy seller.
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To avoid this, always check the Shipper/Seller field on the right side of the product listing, right below Add to cart. Amazon-fulfilled listings will list Amazon.com as the Shipper/Seller, meaning your purchase will be covered by the store's free returns and robust customer service. Others, aside from the laptop brand itself, you should be wary of.
FAQs
What's the difference between a general laptop and a gaming laptop?
A general laptop is built for everyday tasks like browsing the web, streaming videos, writing documents, taking video calls, and light photo editing. These models are usually thinner, lighter, quieter, and more affordable than gaming laptops.
Gaming laptops are designed for more demanding performance. They typically have faster processors, dedicated graphics cards, better cooling systems, and higher-refresh-rate displays to make games run smoothly. Those upgrades also make them useful for creative work like video editing, but they're often heavier, louder, more expensive, and have shorter battery life than standard laptops.
Is Prime Day a good time to buy a laptop?
Prime Day is an excellent time to buy a laptop. Aside from the timeliness for students returning to school, this is when you can see deals rivaling those of Black Friday and Cyber Monday.
The main drawback is that Prime Day is limited to only what Amazon offers. This still includes a wide range of brands, but Black Friday sees more retailers participating, offering potential exclusive savings.
Shopping for more discounts today? Check out our latest coverage of all of the top Prime Day deals, or browse Amazon's website for the full selection.
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