Amazon’s Prime Big Deal Day event is technically already over, but many of the best sales will quietly remain live until inventory is gone. Case in point: the 30 laptops on this list are some of the best laptops we tested this year, like the MacBook Air M4, Apple’s new ultraportable from 2025, and the Microsoft Surface Laptop<!–>, down to $1,180.
Also: The best October Prime Day deals live now
If you’re looking for a deal before tariffs hit, consider springing now, since these sale prices could be reverted at any time. Amazon is monitoring laptops carefully with Prime Day deals that cover a broad range of prices, but as always, inventory is limited. Here are the best deals we’ve found.
Best laptop deals for Prime Day 2025
- Current price: $800
- Regular price: $1,100
We went hands-on with Dell’s new 14 Plus earlier this year, and praised it for its all-around reliability and performance relative to value. Armed with an Intel Core Ultra 7 and 16GB of RAM, you’re getting a device with the latest hardware for a competitive price point.
Right now, it’s also on sale on Dell’s website, a great deal for a laptop that just came out this year and we already selected as a fantastic device relative to its price.
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- Current price: $630
- Regular price: $830
Acer’s Aspire 14 AI is a versatile laptop for work or for students heading back to school. It easily covers the basics and packs a respectable hardware loadout at a very competitive price point. The Intel Core Ultra 5 processor powers the show, with 16GB of RAM making it fast and responsive, as well as a solid selection of I/O, including dual Thunderbolt 4 ports and an HDMI.
Review: Acer Aspire 14 AI
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- Current price: $999
- Regular price: $1,199
When the M4 MacBook Air dropped earlier this year, we praised it as one of the best laptops of 2025 and a solid pick for most people. The 15-inch Air is the “goldilocks” of laptops: not too small, not too big, but as ultraportable as it is powerful.
Review: MacBook Air M4 (15-inch)
The ability to drive two external monitors with the lid open, more starting memory, and Apple’s Liquid Retina technology provides a crisp display. The starting configuration with 16GB of RAM and 256GB of local storage is on sale for $999, a competitive price for the ultraportable that defined the category.
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- Current price: $300
- Regular price: $330
If you’re looking for a super-affordable laptop that’s great as a backup or travel device, this is a great deal on Asus’ 15-inch Vivobook Go. It comes with 8GB of memory, a Ryzen 3 processor, and 128GB of local storage for a modest hardware loadout that is designed to handle the basics like surfing the web and everyday work tasks.
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- Current price: $1,180
- Regular price: $1,600
When we tested the Surface laptop last year, it was a surprisingly enjoyable experience backed up by some pretty fantastic battery life. The Snapdragon X Elite processor gave us over 15 hours of use, and the portable, durable body makes for a solid device for hybrid commuters who utilize Windows’ suite of productivity software.
Review: Microsoft Surface laptop
The Surface laptop comes in a handful of different configurations, but the 14-inch model with 16GB of memory, 1TB of local storage is on sale for a whopping $616 off, making now the time to spring if you’ve got your eye on one.
Editor’s note: Make sure you’re logged into Amazon for this one, and toggle the processor settings from “Snapdragon X Elite” to get the price to correctly display.
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Best MacBook deals
- Current price: $1,399
- Regular price: $1,599
Apple’s latest MacBook Pro with the blazing-fast M4 chip is on sale for a competitive $1,399, a great deal for the configuration with 16GB of memory and 512GB of storage. The MacBook M4 has a stunning display, Apple’s Liquid Retina XDR with up to 1600 nits peak brightness, and is three times faster than the M1 Pro.
Review: MacBook Pro M4
It also supports up to 24 hours of battery life and the improved Phone app on the MacBook, allowing you to use your phone on the laptop exactly as if it were in your hands.
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- Current price: $799
- Regular price: $999
The 13-inch MacBook Air M4 is Apple’s latest ultraportable, weighing just 2.7 pounds and thin enough to slip into a bag unnoticed. It comes in multiple versions, but the configuration with 16GB of unified memory and a 256GB SSD starts at $799.
The lightweight form factor doesn’t mean it’s not powerful — it features a 12MP Center Stage camera, fast and responsive performance, and sports 18 hours of battery life.
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- Apple MacBook Pro 16-inch–>: $1,799 (save $200 at Amazon): If you’re on the hunt for a MacBook that will last you for years to come, consider the discount available on this 16-inch model, equipped with an Apple M4 Pro chip, 24GB of RAM, and 512GB storage.
- Apple MacBook Pro 16-inch<!–>: $2,249 (save $250 at Amazon): If you would prefer, you can purchase the same model for the same discount at Amazon.
- Apple MacBook Air, 15-inch, renewed–>: $665 (save $634 at Best Buy): Opting for a refurbished model can save you hundreds of dollars, and so we think this sale is worth considering. You can save on a 15-inch MacBook Air with an M2 chip, 8GB of RAM, and 256GB of storage — plenty for day-to-day tasks.
- Current price: $589
- Original price: $899
- HP 14 Laptop–>: $170 (save $60 at Amazon): With 4 GB RAM and 64 GB of storage, this is a fantastic, affordable laptop that’s great for school, work, or entertainment.
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: $929 (save $570 at Amazon): You can also save on an HP ProBook, a laptop equipped with a 16-inch display, 32GB of RAM, and 1TB of SSD storage. - HP Stream 14–>: $214 (save $35 at Walmart): If you want an entry-level laptop for your kids, consider the HP Stream — a laptop I frequently recommend. You can save on the colored variations.
- Current price: $600
- Original price: $850
- Dell Inspiron touchscreen laptop–>: $350 (save $280 at Best Buy): If you don’t mind a less powerful processor and downgraded RAM, you can pick up a cheaper version of our top pick.
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: $1,400 (save $100 at Best Buy): This impressive laptop comes with a crisp, vibrant OLED 13-inch display. If entertainment is your top priority, consider this option. - Dell 14 Plus Laptop–>: $500 (save $500 at Dell): Dell’s latest 14-inch with the high-end Intel Core Ultra 9 processor is massively marked down right now on Dell’s website. This is a powerful consumer PC from this year with a sleek and portable 14-inch form factor and competitive hardware for a variety of uses.
- Current price: $2,956
- Original price: $3,700
- MSI Thin 15–>: $868 (save $57): Looking for a portable gaming laptop? The MSI Thin lives up to its name as a lightweight device that’s easily transported but still powerful. You’ve got an Intel i7 processor and Nvidia RTX 4050 for a very affordable mid-range price point, along with a 144Hz FHD display and 16GB of RAM.
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: $649 (save $1,050): If you’re looking for an affordable mid-sized gaming laptop, this one comes with an AMD Ryzen 5 7535HS, 40GB of RAM, and a 1TB SSD for over half off the regular price. It even fits a full-sized keyboard on the frame. - Asus TUF F16–>: $769 (save $230): Asus’ durable TUF lineup offers gaming rigs designed to be moved around. The F16 comes with 8GB of RAM, an Nvidia GeForce 4050 GPU, and 512GB of local storage for an affordable but capable 16-inch gaming laptop.
- Current price: $1,068
- Regular price: $1,300
- Lenovo Yoga 7i 2-in-1–>: $709 (save $35 at Amazon): Lenovo’s Yoga lineup consists of durable, flexible laptops (both physically and in terms of use case). The 7i with an Intel Core Ultra 5 and 16GB of RAM is marked down to just over $700.
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: $1,068 (save $232 on Amazon): If you’re looking for a 15-inch laptop with a gorgeous OLED screen, the Vivobook S 15 has a 3K 120Hz display paired with a 12-core Snapdragon X Elite processor for vibrant visuals and fantastic battery life (two things that historically didn’t go together). - Acer Aspire 15 Slim Laptop–>: $309 (save $41): This 15-inch laptop from Acer’s budget-friendly lineup is already inexpensive, but you can save a little more. The Intel Core 3 N355 and 8GB of RAM make this an affordable laptop for everyday tasks.
- Current price: $284
- Regular price: $320
- Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3 Chromebook–>: $218 (save $181 at Best Buy): If you’re looking for a slim, 14-inch Chromebook to take with you when you are attending school or need basic online access, this model is for you.
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: $160 (save $170 at Best Buy): If you’d prefer a Samsung model, check out the discount on a 14-inch option with 4GB of RAM and 128GB of storage. While the memory is low, granted, it might be worth it as a trade-off for the storage. - Samsung Galaxy Chromebook Go–>: $216 (save $84 at Amazon): Samsung’s thin and lightweight Galaxy Chromebook has a microSD slot and lots of ports, making it a great device for students.
Best HP laptop deals
We like this Prime Day deal deal on a 15.6-inch HP Windows 11 Pro laptop for its good value relative to hardware. It has impressive specs — including 32GB of RAM and 1TB of SSD storage — making it a great choice for work and study. At 34% off, it deserves a look for anyone who needs a versatile device for everyday use.
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Best Dell deals
If you’re looking for a bigger screen laptop, the Dell 16 is on sale for $250 off right now — a solid all-around, jack-of-all-trades laptop with a large, FHD+ 16-inch touchscreen, 16GB of DDR5 RAM, a 512GB SSD, and an Intel Core 5 120U processor.
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Best gaming laptop deals
Looking for a future-proof, powerful Windows laptop? While it’s still expensive, the Lenovo Legion Pro 7i is a 2025 model perfect for gaming and resource-intensive tasks. We lauded its impressive performance and sleek (for a gaming powerhouse) form factor in our review. The Legion Pro 7i with a 16-inch, WQXGA OLED display (240Hz refresh rate), NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 Graphics, 2TB of SSD storage, and 64GB of RAM.
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Best Windows laptop deals
If you’re looking for a 15-inch laptop with a gorgeous OLED screen, the Vivobook S 15 has a 3K 120Hz display paired with a 12-core Snapdragon X Elite processor for vibrant visuals and fantastic battery life (two things that historically didn’t go together) making it a solid back to school option for students.
Review: Asus Vivobook S 15
We praised the Vivobook S 15 as one of the first Copilot+ PCs to be released last year with a lightweight 3.1-pound body and bright, 600 nit screen. In the office or at home, the 12-core, 3.4GHz chip with a 45 TOPS NPU is snappy and responsive, especially for the price.
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Best Chromebook deals
Lenovo’s Chromebook Duet is about as portable a Chromebook as you can get, with a 2-in-1 form factor that comes with a keyboard and magnetic case. The Duet’s small size makes it great for taking on the go, but its durability and snappy performance make it particularly well-suited for students.
We reviewed the Duet when it released and praised its portability and affordable price, and it looks even better with this discount.
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When is October Prime Day 2025?
This year, Amazon’s October Prime Day sale runs on Oct. 7 and Oct. 8. The sales event will last for two days, and you can expect to see a range of deals on tech, including laptops, MacBooks, and Chromebooks.
Are laptops really cheaper on Prime Day?
Manufacturers know consumers are on the lookout for deals during Prime Day, so yes, quite a few of the laptop sales have significantly steeper discounts than during regular sales throughout the year.
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How did we choose these October Prime Day deals?
ZDNET authors only write about deals that interest us personally and include products that we own or want to buy. Our experts looked for deals that were at least 20% off (or are normally not on sale), using established price comparison tools and trackers to determine whether the deal actually represents value for your money.
We also examined customer reviews to find out what matters to those who already own and use the products and deals we’re recommending. Our recommendations may also be based on our own testing and hands-on experience.
What are the best Prime Day deals?
ZDNET’s experts have been searching through Prime Day and other sales to find the best discounts by category. These are the best deals live now:
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