Best laptop sales in Australia: cheap laptops to buy in August 2025
Save on laptops from Apple, Dell, HP, Lenovo and more
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. It varies a bit week to week, but below you’ll typically find laptop deals on Apple, Dell, Lenovo, HP, Acer, Microsoft and Asus devices.
The laptop sales we’ve highlighted 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.
With after EOFY deals done it has been slim pickings, but we are starting to see a few decent price drops on models that didn't get a discount in June or July. As usual, Lenovo has discounts on a wide range of laptops, plus there are some HP deals worth checking out. Last month we saw some solid discounts on HP gaming laptops via eBay, but so far this month there hasn't been any good eBay codes.
Can't find what you want? Check out our guides to the best laptops, plus the best gaming laptops.
Top deals
This is a cracker of a deal, considering the ThinkBook G8 was AU$1,749 not long ago. Especially since you get the powerful new Series 2 Intel Core 7 240H CPU, 32GB of RAM and a fast NVMe 512GB SSD. The only downside is the display, with a 1920 x 1200 resolution and 45% NTSC colour. But if you are connecting it to an external display (or three) via HDMI or Thunderbolt 4, then you won't care.
This larger 15-inch Slim 5 is hard to recommend at the AU$1,819 web price, but the discount down to AU$1,059 makes it an excellent deal. It uses a powerful AMD Ryzen 7 7735HS CPU plus 16GB of RAM and while the 1920 x 1200 display is fine, you can upgrade to a very nice 16:10 (2560 x 1600) OLED screen with a high 500-nit brightness and 100% DCI-P3 colour reproduction for just AU$150 during checkout. And we think it is very much worth opting for the AU$11 upgraded 70Wh battery.
This extra large 16-inch Slim 5 has scored a solid discount from the rather high RRP. It uses the new AMD Ryzen 7 AI 350 and 16GB of RAM, plus has an excellent 16:10 (2880 x 1800) OLED display with a high 500-nit brightness and 100% DCI-P3 colour reproduction. You can also get the 32GB RAM 1TB SSD version for AU$1,399, which is a great deal.
The best deals on everyday laptops
Need a slim but still powerful laptop? The Yoga Slim 7i Aura features the new Series 2 Intel Core Ultra 7 258V CPU, a compact 14-inch 2800 x 1800 OLED display, plus premium features like a facial recognition webcam and Wi-Fi 7.
This larger 15-inch Slim 5 is hard to recommend at the AU$1,769 web price, but the discount here makes it an excellent deal. It uses an efficient AMD Ryzen 5 7535HS CPU plus 16GB of RAM, so is well suited to those who need an everyday machine. It also has a very nice 16:10 (2560 x 1600) OLED display with a high 500-nit brightness and 100% DCI-P3 colour reproduction. Just make sure you pay AU$11 extra when checking out for the upgraded 70Wh battery. You can also upgrade to a Ryzen 7 CPU for AU$60, or a 1TB SSD for AU$60. Sadly the RAM cannot be upgraded.
This versatile 2-in-1 features the latest Series 2 Intel Core Ultra 7 258V processor backed up by 32GB of RAM and a large 1TB SSD. The 16-inch (2880 x 1800) 120Hz OLED touchscreen display folds back through 360 degrees and works with the Lenovo pen for writing and drawing. You also get extras like an IR facial recognition webcam, dual Thunderbolt 4 USB-C ports and a decently large 70Wh battery. That's a lot of laptop for the money!
This laptop has an impressive specs for the price, with an AMD Ryzen AI 7 350 Processor CPU, 32GB of RAM and a 1TB SSD. It also has a very nice 2880 x 1800 OLED display, a facial recognition webcam, Wi-Fi 7 and a 70Wh battery.
The Dell 16 Plus launched at AU$2,600, then dropped to AU$2,099 not long after, then AU$1698.40, and you can get it for AU$1,613.50 using the code DELLAU5 at checkout. That's not bad for this powerful laptop – especially since it has a 2560x1600 display, plus extras like Thunderbolt 4 USB-C and Wi-Fi 7.
While the AU$3,898.40 price after launch wasn't too appealing, the XPS 13 recently dropped to AU$2,897.40, and you can score an extra 13% off using code XPSAWAU13%. Even discounted, the XPS is an expensive machine, but this is a decent price for the Intel Ultra 7 258V, 32GB RAM model – though you need to pay extra if you want the OLED touchscreen rather than the 2K IPS screen.
While we have seen slightly cheaper prices in the past for the older 16GB M2 MacBook Air, it's still a solid option for those who need a capable yet affordable machine. Want to know if that's the right move? Check out our Apple MacBook Air (M2, 2022) review.
We wouldn't recommend the OmniBook 7 Aero at its full AU$3,797 price, but with the current discount is decent, plus you can get an extra 5% off using the code FUTURE5. HP has squeezed in decent specs while keeping the weight under 1kg and it uses the powerful new AMD AI 7 350 CPU, 32GB of RAM and a roomy 1TB SSD. Plus the slim 13.3-inch machine has an IPS display with a 2560 x 1600 resolution, 400-nit brightness, plus full 100% sRGB colour coverage.
Ignore the inflated RRP, but for the spec, this is a decent price for a versatile 2-in-1 HP Envy x360. It features an efficient Intel Ultra 7 155U CPU along with 32GB of RAM and 1TB of storage. Plus, of course, a 1200p 16-inch touchscreen that conveniently folds through 360 degrees. Use the code FUTURE5 at checkout to get the full discount.
This compact machine has a decently powerful AMD Ryzen 5 7535HS CPU paired with 16GB of RAM, and can happily take on any everyday tasks. It also has premium extras such as a 16:10 (1920 x 1200) 13.3-inch touchscreen display with a high 400-nit brightness and 100% sRGB colour reproduction, and a facial-recognition webcam. Not bad for 32% off.
Gaming laptop deals
The Victus 15 is often sold around the AU$1,500 mark, and is currently full price at AU$2,199 from HP, so while we have seen it cheaper before, this is a reasonable deal for a Core i5 RTX 4050 machine, as it's more than capable of decent frame rates on the 15-inch, 1080p, 144Hz screen.
This affordable gaming laptop is currently 37% off the admittedly overly high list price, but it's a reasonable mid-range buy with this discount. Working alongside the RTX 4050 GPU, the LOQ has a Ryzen 5 CPU and 16GB of RAM. It's not exactly the most powerful machine, but is good enough for very playable frame rates on the 1080p, 144Hz display.
This mighty gaming laptop was an unrealistic AU$4198.70 since back in June, but has had its first price drop to AU$3,498. Then use the coupon code XPSAWAU13% at checkout to bring the price down to AU$3042.26. That's pretty good for an RTX 5070 machine with an Ultra 9 CPU, 32GB of RAM and a large 16-inch 2560 x 1600 240Hz display.
Coupons and discount codes
It's worth browsing our full list of computing coupons, but we have also included our favourites below.
Or, if you're looking to save on other purchases, explore our full list of coupon categories – covering electronics (from TVs to earbuds and everything in between), mobile phones and even services like VPNs.
Dell has some great coupons this month, with savings on XPS and Alienware machines, as well as monitors and desktops.
To generate the coupon, just follow the links below and click the GET CODE button.
Save up to 13% off select XPS and Alienware laptops and desktops
HP's after EOFY sale has up to 50% off laptops, but you can also save even more on select models using the below codes.
This week’s best storewide laptop sales
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.
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 competitors' deals, and you can often find Dell coupon codes to ensure you’re getting the best discount.
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.
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-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.
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 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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