Black Friday laptop deals 2024: best early sales and what to expect later this month

Dell XPS 13 on grey background with TechRadar Black Friday deals text overlay
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We've crossed the threshold into November now, which can only mean one thing - excellent early Black Friday laptop deals at several leading retailers. Amazon, Best Buy, and Currys are just a few of the big name stores to offer up official Black Friday listings this week and I've rounded up my favorite early deals just down below.

Even though it's still early days as of writing, it's well worth checking out today's deals as there are decent price cuts on everything from super budget Windows machines to high-end MacBooks. Some retailers have already officially billed these as Black Friday deals (such as Currys in the UK) whereas others have opted for more generic 'Holiday sales' sign-posting. Have no illusions, however - the Black Friday laptop deals season has very much started.

Right now, you can already get a record-low price on the MacBook Air M2 at Best Buy and some superb gaming laptop deals at the official Dell Store. I'll be updating this list with plenty more recommendations as we head into November so stay tuned and check-in regularly for more Black Friday laptop deals. It's worth noting that Walmart's Black Friday sale officially starts this Friday on November 8th so expect a fresh batch of deals then.

You can head on over to our main Black Friday deals page if you're looking for other categories.

Today's best laptop deals in the US

MacBook Air M2 (2022): $999$649.99 at Best BuyDisplayProcessorRAMStorageOS

MacBook Air M2 (2022): was $999 now $649.99 at Best Buy
Display
- 13.6 inches
Processor - Apple M2
RAM - 8GB
Storage - 256GB
OS - macOS

Record low price: Just when you thought it couldn't go any lower - Best Buy has just listed a brand-new record-low price on the excellent MacBook Air m2. Even though a newer M3 version is available, we concluded that this is still one of the best laptops you can buy in our MacBook Air M2 review, thanks to the stylish design, clear display, impressive performance, and long 18-hour battery life. For those needing a premium powerhouse for creative apps such as photo editing, video editing and more intense workloads, this is a near-unbeatable offer on an Apple machine right now - and one I don't see going any lower thanks to the Best Buy Holiday price guarantee.

HP laptop: $629$399.99 at Best BuyDisplayProcessorRAMStorageOS

HP laptop: was $629 now $399.99 at Best Buy
Display
- 15.6 inches
Processor - Intel Core i5-1235U
RAM - 8GB
Storage - 512GB
OS - Windows 11

Looking for a cheap laptop? This HP laptop isn't the cheapest listing on Best Buy today but it's one that I'd highly recommend. For $400 you're not only getting a relatively decent 12th gen Intel Core i5 chipset but also a relatively spacious 512GB storage drives for all your apps and files. Is it a world beater? No, but this is a capable every-day machine that will be great for covering the basics.

Dell G15 gaming laptop: $1,099$799.99 at DellGraphics card ProcessorRAMStorageOS

Dell G15 gaming laptop: was $1,099 now $799.99 at Dell
Graphics card
- Nvidia RTX 4060
Processor - Ryzen 7-7840HS
RAM - 16GB
Storage - 512GB
OS - Windows 11

This Dell G15 is a stand-out gaming laptop deal ahead of Black Friday right now. $799 is a great price to pay for a machine with an RTX 4060 graphics card and this machine also features a powerful Ryzen 7 chipset, 16GB of RAM, and a 512GB SSD - meaning it doesn't need any glaring upgrades to get great performance right out the box. While it's not a super high-end machine, this one is a good choice if you want smooth frame rates at 1080p but don't want to completely break the bank.

Dell XPS 15 laptop:$1,299$999 at DellProcessor: RAM: Storage: OS:

Dell XPS 15 laptop: was $1,299 now $999 at Dell
Processor:
Intel Core i7-13620H
RAM: 16GB
Storage: 512GB
OS: Windows 11

Here's a great high-end Windows laptop deal ahead of Black Friday courtesy of the Dell Early Holiday Savings event. The Dell XPS 15 is a little older now but it's still a great choice if you want a powerful Windows laptop for both work and casual use. This particular configuration comes with a superb 13th gen Intel Core i7 chipset, 16GB of RAM, and a 512GB SSD which ensures not just excellent performance out the box but also plenty of space on the storage drive.

Today's best laptop deals in the UK

Asus Chromebook Plus: £399.99£259.99 at AmazonDisplayProcessor RAM StorageOS

Asus Chromebook Plus: was £399.99 now £259.99 at Amazon
Display
- 14 inches
Processor - Intel i3
RAM - 8GB
Storage - 128GB
OS - ChromeOS

This Asus Chromebook Plus offers an impressive amount of power for the price. It includes 8GB of RAM and an Intel i3 processor, dramatically boosting performance, boot times and load times. There's also a decent 128GB of storage and battery life is excellent at 10 hours on a single charge. That's more than enough to last a full working day. At around £250, it's a bargain for school or college, or just as a home laptop that you use for light use and everyday tasks.

Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3: £599.99£349.99 at Best BuyDisplayProcessor RAM StorageOS

Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3: was £599.99 now £349.99 at Best Buy
Display
- 15.6 inches
Processor - Intel Core i5-13420H
RAM - 8GB
Storage - 512GB
OS - Windows 11

When it comes to cheap Windows laptops that do the job, you can do a lot worse than this incredibly good value Lenovo IdeaPad at Currys. Not only are you getting a pretty recent (and powerful) 13th gen Core i5 chipset inside this machine but it also comes with a decent 512GB SSD. For £350? it's hard to complain here.

Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3: £799.99£469.99 at CurrysDisplayProcessor RAM StorageOS

Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3: was £799.99 now £469.99 at Currys
Display
- 15.6 inches
Processor - Intel Core i7-13620H
RAM - 16GB
Storage - 1TB
OS - Windows 11

If you can afford it, however, then I'd highly recommend this second deal on another Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3 in the Currys early Black Friday sale. Not only does it feature an extremely solid Core i7 chipset for zippy performance, but it also manages to pack in 16GB of RAM and a 1TB SSD. For under £500 this one is a stellar choice when it comes to bang for the buck.

Deals picked by
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Deals picked by
Alex Whitelock

As TechRadar's resident Deals Editor, I've covered Black Friday - and laptop deals - for over four years now. When it comes to scoring a bargain this November, I'm sharing everything I know right here on this page for our readers with nothing left out. That includes guaranteed record-low prices on the laptops that we've personally reviewed and recommend here at TechRadar, as well as any handy tidbits I can think of to help you decide the right laptop for you.

Black Friday laptop deals: FAQ

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When will the Black Friday laptop deals start?

From now onwards. While Black Friday isn't until November 29th, the actual deals tend to crop up way ahead of the calendar date itself. It's not uncommon now for actual 'Black Friday' branded deals to start in late October as well as other loosely related seasonal sales.

Amazon, for example, held a Big Prime Deals Day sale this October, which was essentially a second Amazon Prime Day in all but name. Several retailers launched rival sales in response and generally speaking we're in a heightened 'deals season' now. We'll be keeping an eye out for any relevant laptop deals right here on this page, which usually ramp up from the beginning of November onwards.

Is Black Friday the best time to buy a laptop?

Generally, Black Friday is one of the best times of the year to buy a new laptop. Retailers usually offer some of their biggest savings during these end-of-year sales. That's backed up by Adobe Analytics data, which shows discounts of up to around 24% were available on computers during the peak of last year's Black Friday sales.

So, if you've been considering an upgrade to your current device or want to snag yourself a brand-new machine for the year ahead then you'll likely find some of the lowest prices ever on laptops throughout November. Discounts could be especially aggressive this year, given how slow the computing market has been over the last few years and with the recent release of some excellent and highly sought-after Copilot Plus devices we've tested here at TechRadar.

What Black Friday laptop deals should I expect?

Black Friday laptop deals are reliably good if you know what to look for. Amazon, Best Buy, Walmart, and specialist retailers like Dell and HP will all be offering decent deals across their vast inventories, so expect plenty of options all the way from super cheap Chromebooks to high-end gaming laptops.

Last year's sales included great prices on well-reviewed models like the MacBook Air and Dell XPS 13 - both of which we recommend as superb machines for nearly every user. Cheaper Chromebooks started at just $134 / £132 last year and Windows laptops at $299 / £399, which is generally the price you'd expect to pay for a solid machine that doesn't skimp on too many corners.

Finally, gaming laptops with the latest RTX 4000 series graphics cards started at around $750 / £700 - which we expect will be beaten this year since these components are a little older now.

Why to trust TechRadar this Black Friday

We've covered Black Friday for many years on TechRadar and have a team that regularly hunts down some of the best offers on laptops and gaming laptops throughout the year. Based on that, we know a great bargain when we see it and will share those with you right here.

We're also leaning on the expertise of the wider TechRadar computing team which has decades of experience between them. They've spent hours testing and reviewing all of the latest laptops, Chromebooks, MacBooks, and more so they know the devices that are worth spending money on. Those are the Black Friday laptop deals we'll focus on here to get you something that ideally matches your needs and budget.

Last year's Black Friday laptop deals in the US

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Acer Chromebook 315: was $299 now $139 at Best Buy
This Acer Chromebook 315 is a basic device but it's great value for money if you need a cheap laptop for light use such as general browsing and schoolwork. It sports a 15-inch display, full-day battery life and the lean Chrome OS that make it a great buy for students or those always on the move with under $140 to spend.

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HP Chromebook 14: was $299.99 now $199 at Amazon
If you're looking for a straightforward and sensibly-priced laptop for work or school, the HP Chromebook is a great choice. An Intel Celeron N4120 and 4 GB RAM wouldn't be enough for a Windows laptop, but thanks to the low system requirements of ChromeOS, you can rest easy knowing that this laptop will still run smoothly.

MacBook Air 13-inch (M1):$999.99$749.99 at Best Buy

MacBook Air 13-inch (M1): was $999.99 now $749.99 at Best Buy
The 2020 Apple MacBook Air with an M1 chip is a little old now but it's still one of the best laptops ever made - and Best Buy now has it for just $50 away from the record low price. Our MacBook Air M1 review awarded the device 4.5 stars out of five, where we particularly praised Apple's premium device for its speed, responsiveness, beautiful design, and long-lasting battery life.

MacBook Air M2 (2022): $1,099$949 at Best Buy

MacBook Air M2 (2022): was $1,099 now $949 at Best Buy
If you'd prefer to get the latest Apple device, Best Buy has the recent MacBook Air M2 for a saving of $150. We concluded that this is the best laptop you can buy in our MacBook Air M2 review, thanks to the stylish design, clear display, impressive performance, and long battery life. For those needing a premium powerhouse for creative apps such as photo editing, video editing, and more intense workloads, this is worth the extra investment. The M1 is still up to those jobs too, so you'll still be fine with the cheaper option if your budget is smaller.

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Acer Aspire 3 Slim: was $329.99 now $249.99 at Amazon
Cheap laptops like this don't come along every day, especially not with these kinds of specs. Powered by a 6-nanometer quad-core Ryzen 3 processor with Radeon graphics, 8GB LPDRR5 RAM, 128GB NVMe SSD, and a full HD 15.6-inch display, the 24% discount really doesn't capture how outstanding a deal this laptop really is. It's possibly the best Black Friday laptop deal we've seen all year.

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HP Envy 2-in-1 14-inch: was $849.99 now $499.99 at Best Buy
Save a huge $350 on this brilliant 2-in-1 laptop from HP. You get an Intel Core i5 processor, 8GB RAM, and 512GB SSD, making this a great day-to-day performer for home and the office. With a design that lets you use it as either a laptop or tablet, it offers a versatility that other laptops at this price can often lack.

Dell XPS 13 laptop:  $799$599 at Dell

Dell XPS 13 laptop: was $799 now $599 at Dell
Here we go folks - this is the cheapest price we've ever seen for a Dell XPS 13 laptop, and it's one of the latest models no less. As you'd expect, this isn't the highest configuration since it's got a 12th gen Intel Core i5 chipset, 8GB of RAM, and a 256GB SSD, but this is a superb price for such a premium machine. The main selling points for the XPS 13 are the gorgeous aluminum chassis, excellent display, and incredibly lightweight design that's perfect for everyday carry. We awarded this model four stars out of five with our Dell XPS 13 2022 review.

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Samsung Galaxy Book2 360: was $949.99 now $617.99 at Best Buy
Samsung is slowly but surely becoming a force to be reckoned with in the world of laptops, releasing a steady stream of excellent laptops, including the Galaxy Book2 360, which gets a massive $332 off (a further increase since last week), with an Intel Core i5 processor, 8GB RAM, and 256GB SSD. It's thin, light and versatile.

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MSI GF63 Thin (2023): was $999.99 now $799.99 at Amazon
The GF63 remains one of the best affordable gaming laptops MSI has ever produced, and the latest iteration is no exception. Packing a 12th-gen Intel Core i5 CPU and RTX 4050 graphics card along with a 144Hz 1080p screen, this is one of the best-value gaming machines you can buy this Black Friday.

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Asus TUF 15.6-inch gaming laptop: was $1,399 now $999.99 at Best Buy
This heavily reduced Asus TUF is easily one of the cheapest laptops we've ever seen to feature the speedy new RTX 4070 graphics card. This GPU, combined with a 12th-gen Intel Core i7 chipset, 16GB of RAM, and a 1TB SSD means this Asus is packing some serious gaming chops under the hood. While it's not at the very cutting edge of components or overall design, you're getting almost unbeatable bang for the buck here with this Asus, thanks to a healthy $300 discount at Best Buy.

Last year's Black Friday laptop deals in the UK

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Asus Chromebook 14 CX1400CMA: was £249 now £132 at Amazon
A great value Chromebook with a respectable 1080p screen, the Asus Chromebook 14 is an excellent mid-range Chrome laptop that is currently almost a third off at Amazon. The Intel Celeron N4020 CPU at the core of this Chromebook offers superior performance to the MediaTek chips you'll find in similar cheap laptops, too.

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Acer Chromebook Vero 514: was £479.99 now £349.99 at Amazon
If you're looking for a high-end Chromebook and also do your bit to save the planet, the Vero 514 from Acer is the laptop for you. Sporting a speedy Intel Core i5-1235U processor and 14-inch 1080p display, this Chromebook also features recycled materials in its construction and packaging, as well as user-upgradeable components to help reduce e-waste.

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Acer Chromebook 314: was £399.99 now £249 at Currys
This is towards the pricier end of the scale for a Chromebook, but you get an impressive amount of power for the price. That includes 8GB of RAM, which will dramatically boost performance, boot times and load times. There's also a decent 128GB of storage and battery life impresses at just over 12 hours on a single charge. That's more than enough to last a full working day. At under £250, it's a bargain for school or college, or just as a home laptop that you use for light use and everyday tasks.

MacBook Air (M1, 2020): £999 £799 at Amazon

MacBook Air (M1, 2020): was £999 now £799 at Amazon
This is a great price for the previous generation MacBook Air M1. Even though there's a newer M2 model available now, this is still a very powerful creative workstation that'll suit most users. If you've had an eye on the device we called a 'game-changer' in our MacBook Air M1 review. This deal is selling out fast.

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Apple MacBook Pro 14-inch (M3 Pro, 2023): was £2,098.97 now £1,949.97 at Laptops Direct
It's only been a few weeks since Apple dropped its shiny new MacBook Pro models - equipped with the mighty M3 Pro and M3 Max processor - at a spooky October event. But Laptops Direct still has this model, which sports a 14-inch display, the M3 Pro chip, and 18GB of unified RAM, at a healthy £150 off for Black Friday. Snap this one up now, folks - we probably won't see a better deal on it until next year.

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Asus Vivobook 15: was £649.99 now £399.99 at Amazon
One of the best deals on a Windows laptop we've seen so far this Black Friday, the Vivobook 15 packs an Intel Core i5 processor, 16GB of RAM, and a 512GB SSD - all for the new, low price of £399.99. The 1080p display and wide selection of ports make this a productivity machine ideal for any student or office worker.

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Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5: was £699 now £579 at Argos
This smart-looking 2-in-1 laptop offers excellent value for money - especially with £120 off. You get an AMD Ryzen 5 processor, 8GB of RAM and 512GB SSD, so Windows 11 feels fast and responsive, and the 14-inch full HD screen is bright and vibrant. Dolby audio and a full HD webcam are also included, and you can use it as both a laptop and a tablet-like device.

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Microsoft 13-inch Surface Pro 9: was £1,558 now £899 at Currys
This deal cuts a huge £659 off of the top-of-the-range Surface Pro 9 model with an Intel Core i5-1235U processor, a whole 16GB RAM, and 256GB of storage. This is a powerful and versatile device that showcases Microsoft's engineering. This is a solid choice for both professional and casual users and it includes a kickstand and keyboard cover so you can use it anywhere.

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MSI GF63 Thin (2023): was £849.97 now £697.97 at Laptops Direct
We've reviewed a few different iterations of MSI's best budget gaming laptop over the years, and this GF63 model is no different from the rest: a solid all-rounder with some of the best value for money you can find. With an RTX 4050 GPU and Intel Core i5 12450H CPU, you should be able to run all the latest games without breaking the bank - and the 144Hz display is a nice inclusion, too.

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Razer Blade 15: was £2,949.97 now £1,499.97 at Laptops Direct
It might be a slightly older model, but Razer's gaming laptops are still seriously premium hardware - and at a staggering £1,350 discount, this Blade 15 is a steal. Packing an RTX 3070 Ti and Intel Core i7-12800H, you should be able to play just about anything at the native 1440p resolution - and with an ultra-crisp 240Hz refresh rate, you don't need to worry about your display holding back your framerate.

Alex Whitelock
Deals Editor

Alex is TechRadar's deals editor, specializing in getting our readers the bang bang for the buck on the tech that we know and love. He's a dab hand at covering retailer events like Black Friday and Amazon Prime Day having over seven years of e-commerce experience at Future PLC; including bylines at our sister sites T3 and GamesRadar. Alex's expertise touches on most areas of TechRadar but he has a particular love for phones, laptops, and cameras, being an avid photographer. Outside of work, you'll find him indulging his love for street and travel photography, at home working on music, or down at the local climbing gym.

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