Best laptop sales in Australia: cheap laptops to buy in February 2025

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Whether you’re looking for an affordable laptop or a deeply discounted premium machine, you’ve come to the right place, as we’ve tracked down the best opportunities to save on a variety of models. We are in the middle of back to school sales, and there are some decent laptop deals to be had. It varies a bit week to week, but you’ll find laptop deals on Apple, Dell, Lenovo, HP, Acer, Microsoft and Asus devices.

The laptop sales we’ve highlighted below have been selected for more than just their price – we also factor in specs and performance to help you get the best value for money out of your new laptop, that still fits into your budget. We also check the pricing (and track previous sales) to make sure it really is a good deal.

This week HP stand out, with big discounts on a wide range of laptops – especially on their eBay store, thanks to the code HP20FF. We have included our favourites for each price point below, but it's also worth checking out both the Lenovo sale and the HP deals if there's a specific model you are considering.

It's also a good idea to take a read of our best laptops guide, or, if you're a gamer, have a squiz at our best gaming laptops.

Top deals

HP Pavilion Aero (13-bg0069AU) | Ryzen 7 / 16GB RAM / 512GB SSD
HP Pavilion Aero (13-bg0069AU) | Ryzen 7 / 16GB RAM / 512GB SSD: was AU$1,399 now AU$1,080 at eBay

Save AU$319 with code HP20FF

This very portable laptop a decently powerful spec, plus a 13.3-inch 1920 x 1200, 400-nit, 100% sRGB IPS display. Plus it weighs in at under 1kg. We have seen it very slightly cheaper before, but this is still a great deal for the Aero.

Apple MacBook Air M2 16GB
Apple MacBook Air M2 16GB: was AU$1,599 now AU$1,487 at JB Hi-Fi

Save AU$112

This is not the cheapest price we've seen for the 16GB M2 MacBook Air, but it's still a great option for those who need a capable yet affordable machine. This deal is 7% off vs buying the M2 Air from Apple, but keep in mind the newer M3 Air is also on sale for AU$1,687, so you currently save 12% by opting for the older M2 version. Want to know if that's the right move? Check out our Apple MacBook Air (M2, 2022) review. You can also grab the M2 Air for the same price from The Good Guys.

HP Envy x360 16-inch 2-in-1 | Ultra 7 / 16GB RAM / 1TB SSD
HP Envy x360 16-inch 2-in-1 | Ultra 7 / 16GB RAM / 1TB SSD: was AU$2,799 now AU$1,499 at HP Store

Save AU$1,300

Score a great 46% off this versatile 2-in-1 HP Envy x360 from HP. It features an Intel Ultra 7 CPU along with 16GB of RAM and 1TB of storage. Plus of course a 1200p 16-inch touchscreen that conveniently folds through 360 degrees. Even better, it's actually Au$100 cheaper than during Black Friday.

HP Laptop (17-cn3029TU) | i7 / 16GB RAM / 512GB SSD
HP Laptop (17-cn3029TU) | i7 / 16GB RAM / 512GB SSD: was AU$1,999 now AU$996.80 at eBay

Save AU$1,003.20

Kitted out with a decently powerful Intel i7-1355U CPU, 16GB of RAM, a large 512GB SSD and monster 17.3-inch display, the HP Laptop (yes, that is the actual name) is currently over 50% off using code HP20FF. The IPS display has a 1920 x 1080 resolution, 300-nit brightness and covers 45% of the NTSC colour space. It can run for up to 10 hours unplugged thanks to the 41Wh battery, includes Wi-Fi 6 and has a full-size backlit keyboard with numpad.

Dell Inspiron 15 3530 15.6-inch| i5 / 16GB RAM / 512GB SSD
Dell Inspiron 15 3530 15.6-inch| i5 / 16GB RAM / 512GB SSD: was AU$1,099 now AU$824 at JB Hi-Fi

Save AU$275

The 13th gen i5-1335U CPU is more modern than most options at this price and reasonably powerful. The 16GB of RAM and 512GB SSD also mean it's quite future proof. You also get a 1080p 120Hz IPS display, WiFi 6 and a small but still useable 41Wh battery.

HP  OmniBook Ultra Flip 14 | Ultra 5 / 16GB / 1TB SSD
HP OmniBook Ultra Flip 14 | Ultra 5 / 16GB / 1TB SSD: was AU$2,999 now AU$2,399 at HP Store

Save AU$600

This premium 2-in-1 from HP uses the latest Series 2 Core Ultra CPUs, for solid performance and amazing battery life. The 14-inch laptop has a 2.8K OLED display and comes in Core Ultra 5, 7 and 9 variants – all of which are 20% off. This deal is for the more affordable Ultra 5 model, but if you need more processing power or RAM, consider the deals below. You can also grab the standard (non 2-in-1) model of the Ultra with a Ryzen 9 AI CPU and 32GB of RAM from AU$2,318.

HP Chromebook x360 14-inch 2-in-1 | Intel N200 / 8GB / 128GB storage
HP Chromebook x360 14-inch 2-in-1 | Intel N200 / 8GB / 128GB storage: was AU$799 now AU$449 at HP Store

Save AU$350

This basic Chromebook (model 14b-cd0001TU) is currently on sale at HP, with 44% off. It's a step up from the more basic models and has 8GB of RAM plus a touchscreen that can be folded back and used like a tablet. HP also rates it for up to 10 hours of battery life, making it a great option for day-to-day use.

Lenovo ThinkPad T14s (Gen 4) | Intel i5 / 16GB RAM / 512GB SSD
Lenovo ThinkPad T14s (Gen 4) | Intel i5 / 16GB RAM / 512GB SSD: was AU$2,779 now AU$1,449 at Lenovo AU

Save AU$1,330

This ThinkPad T14s features an Intel Core i5-1335U CPU with Intel Iris Xe graphics in a lightweight chassis – starting from 1.25 kg. The versatile T14s has work focused features, such as a 5MP RGB+IR facial recognition webcam, fingerprint reader, all-day battery life, and a 14-inch WUXGA (1920 x 1200) display that can fold through 180º to lay flat. Need more power? The Gen 6 AMD AU 7 Pro 360 variant is currently on sale for AU$1,919.

Gaming laptops

Lenovo LOQ 15.6-inch| Ryzen 7 / RTX 4060 / 24GB / 512GB SSD
Lenovo LOQ 15.6-inch| Ryzen 7 / RTX 4060 / 24GB / 512GB SSD: was AU$1,899 now AU$1,499 at centrecom.com.au

Save AU$400

As a comparison, the same 24GB / 1TB model is AU$1,699 from JB Hi-Fi and the 16GB / 1TB variant is AU$2,789 from Lenovo. Working alongside the RTX 4060 GPU, the LOQ has a mighty AMD Ryzen 7 7435HS CPU plus 24GB of RAM. The GPU has a TGP of 105W (rather than the 140W possible in higher end machines) but that's still plenty of excellent frame rates on the 1080p 144Hz G-Sync display.

Lenovo Legion Slim 5 | Ryzen 7 / RTX 4060 / 16GB RAM / 512GB SSD
Lenovo Legion Slim 5 | Ryzen 7 / RTX 4060 / 16GB RAM / 512GB SSD : was AU$2,999 now AU$1,899 at Lenovo AU

Save AU$1,100

A more budget-friendly option for the serious gamer here in the Legion Slim 5. Powered by the AMD Ryzen 7 processor and rocking the impressive Nvidia GeForce RTX 4060 GPU, in a gaming laptop that is easy to take wherever you want thanks to a lightweight build.

Acer Nitro V 15.6-inch Gaming Laptop | i5 / RTX 4050 / 16GB / 512GB SSD
Acer Nitro V 15.6-inch Gaming Laptop | i5 / RTX 4050 / 16GB / 512GB SSD : was AU$1,299 now AU$1,199 at eBay

Save AU$100

The AU$1,199 eBay price here is slightly discounted from a more typical AU$1,299 – though Acer sells the Nitro V direct for AU$1,899. The deal is via the Bing Lee eBay store so you can either pick up in person or have it posted for AU$20. The RTX 4050 Nitro V is a lower end machine, but is well suited to gaming on the 1920 x 1080, 165Hz screen and offers great bang for buck.

HP Victus 15 | Ryzen 5 / RTX 4050 / 16GB RAM / 1TB SSD
HP Victus 15 | Ryzen 5 / RTX 4050 / 16GB RAM / 1TB SSD: was AU$1,599 now AU$1,279.20 at eBay

Save AU$319.80

The Victus 15 is often sold around the AU$1,500 mark, and while we have seen a deeper discount, it' still a solid deal for a Ryzen 5, RTX 4050 machine, as it's more than capable of decent frame rates on the 15-inch, 1080p, 144Hz screen. Use code HP20FF to get the full discount.

Lenovo Legion Pro 5i 16-inch (Gen 9) | Core i9-14900HX / RTX 4060 / 32GB / 1TB SSD
Lenovo Legion Pro 5i 16-inch (Gen 9) | Core i9-14900HX / RTX 4060 / 32GB / 1TB SSD: was AU$3,799 now AU$2,499 at Lenovo AU

Save AU$1,300

This is the Pro model of one of the best Lenovo gaming laptops available (check out our Lenovo Legion 5i review), and this deal knocks 34% off the price of the RTX 4060 variant. Sure, the AU$3,989 RRP is overblown, but AU$2,499 is a great price for a premium gaming machine like the Pro 5i.

HP Victus 16 | i5 / 32GB RAM / 1TB SSD / RTX 4070
HP Victus 16 | i5 / 32GB RAM / 1TB SSD / RTX 4070: was AU$2,374 now AU$1,899.20 at eBay

Save AU$474.80

HP had already discounted this mighty gaming laptop, but for a limited time you can save an extra extra 20% off using code HP20FF. Or save AU$300 and grab our favourite RTX 4060 variant for AU$1,599.20.

HP Omen 17 Gaming Laptop | i7 / RTX 4070 / 32GB / 1TB SSD
HP Omen 17 Gaming Laptop | i7 / RTX 4070 / 32GB / 1TB SSD: was AU$2,872 now AU$2,199.20 at eBay

Save AU$672.80

This powerful gaming machine has been discounted down to AU$2749, and for a limited time you can save an extra 20% off using code HP20FF – making it AU$100 cheaper than Black Friday. That's a pretty great deal for a gaming laptop with an RTX 4070 GPU, i7-13700HX CPU, 32GB of RAM, a 1TB SSD and a big 17.3-inch, 2560 x 1440, 240 Hz, 3 ms display. Love the spec but want something smaller? The RTX 4070 Omen 16 is AU$2288.80.

Laptop discount codes

XPS and Alienware laptops discounts

XPS and Alienware laptops discounts

To save 20% off a new XPS or Alienware machine, head to our dedicated Dell coupon page, click on the 'Get Code' button and then enter the code at checkout.

This week’s best storewide laptop sales

Amazonregular discounts on Chromebooks, plus best MacBook prices

Amazon: regular discounts on Chromebooks, plus best MacBook prices

Amazon has a regularly updated selection of laptop deals. It’s often the best place to go for cheap Chromebooks and mid-range devices, so worth a look if your budget is under AU$1,000. For those after a more premium device, Amazon often has the best prices available on Apple MacBooks, sometimes offering 10% off or more. It could also be worth checking Amazon coupon codes to get the best deal possible.

Dellshop XPS, Inspiron and Alienware laptops

Dell: shop XPS, Inspiron and Alienware laptops

Dell no longer offers limited-time discounts on its range of laptops – instead, there’s only a featured section on its website. Unfortunately though, Dell doesn’t list the original price of these laptops, so it’s hard to know exactly what kind of deal you’re getting, or if you’re getting one at all. It does price match competitor’s deals, and you can often find Dell coupon codes to ensure you’re getting the best discount.

HPweekly deals on HP Envy, Spectre and Omen laptops

HP: weekly deals on HP Envy, Spectre and Omen laptops

No matter when you look, HP is always offering discounts on its laptops, with fresh deals available each week. Typically, we see discounts of up to 40-50% off. Along with laptops, you’ll also find price cuts on PCs, monitors and other computing peripherals. The most substantial discounts seem to arrive on HP’s budget and mid-range devices. Check for HP coupon codes to ensure you’re getting the lowest price.

Lenovogo-to for discounts on Lenovo ThinkPad, Yoga and Legion laptops

Lenovo: go-to for discounts on Lenovo ThinkPad, Yoga and Legion laptops

Lenovo is another laptop maker which always offers discounts via its online store. The maximum price cut is usually around 30-55% off, and runs the gamut of budget machines, 2-in-1 devices and premium gaming builds. To get any laptop discounts from the website, you’ll require a Lenovo coupon code, which is always listed next to the product.

JB Hi-Fifrequent deals on Apple, Asus, Dell, HP and Lenovo

JB Hi-Fi: frequent deals on Apple, Asus, Dell, HP and Lenovo

JB Hi-Fi regularly offers discounts across a wide range of laptop brands, so it’s always worth checking what’s available, especially during peak sale periods like EOFY. It often offers 10% off Apple MacBooks, 20% off Dell, HP and Lenovo, along with discounts on Asus and MSI. If you see a manufacturer offering a model on sale, it’s worth seeing if JB Hi-Fi is beating it.

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If you’re after further info on the best laptops, check out some of our other dedicated buying guides:
Best laptops in Australia
Best gaming laptops
Best ultrabooks
Best business laptops
Best 2-in-1 laptops

Watch the video below for the top 7 things to consider when buying a laptop.

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Lindsay Handmer
Senior Writer – TechRadar Australia

Lindsay is an Australian tech journalist who loves nothing more than rigorous product testing and benchmarking. He is especially passionate about portable computing, doing deep dives into the USB-C specification or getting hands on with energy storage, from power banks to off grid systems. In his spare time Lindsay is usually found tinkering with an endless array of projects or exploring the many waterways around Sydney.

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