Best laptop sales in Australia: cheap laptops to buy in September 2024

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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. This week, you’ll find laptop deals on Apple, Dell, Lenovo, HP and Asus devices.

We’ve covered a range of budgets, with prices starting at under AU$500 for a basic Chromebook or Windows machine. You can also navigate to different price brackets depending on how much you have to spend, and what kind of laptop you’re after. We’ve also hand-picked the best laptop deal of the week that’s not to be missed.

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 Lenovo stands out, with big discounts on a wide range of laptops. We have included our favourites for each price point below, but it's also worth checking out the Lenovo sale page if there's a specific model you are considering. 

Laptop deal of the week

Lenovo Legion 5i 16-inch (Gen 9) | Core i9-14900HX / 32GB / 1TB SSD / RTX 4070 | AU$4,399 AU$2,799 from Lenovo

Lenovo Legion 5i 16-inch (Gen 9) | Core i9-14900HX / 32GB / 1TB SSD / RTX 4070 | AU$4,399 AU$2,799 from Lenovo (save AU$1,600)

The Legion 5i scored very well in our review, and this deal is on one of the higher-end configurations available. Sure, the AU$4,399 RRP is optimistic, but AU$2,799 is a great deal an i9-equipped, RTX 4070 packing gaming machine.

Or, consider the Legion Slim 5 with a Ryzen 7 CPU, 16GB of RAM and a RTX 4060 – on sale for just AU$1,899.  

Best laptop deal under AU$500

HP Chromebook x360 14-inch 2-in-1 | Intel N200 / 8GB / 128GB storage | AU$799 AU$471 at HP

HP Chromebook x360 14-inch 2-in-1 | Intel N200 / 8GB / 128GB storage | AU$799 AU$471 at HP (save AU$328)

This basic Chromebook (model 14b-cd0001TU) is currently on sale at HP, with 41% 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. 

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Best laptop deal under AU$1,000

Asus Vivobook 15X OLED|i7 / 16GB RAM / 512GB SSD AU$1,149AU$999 from Asus

Asus Vivobook 15X OLED| i7 / 16GB RAM / 512GB SSD | AU$1,149 AU$999 from Asus (save AU$150)

AU$150 might not seem like a huge discount, but AU$999 for a well-built 15.6-inch 1080p OLED laptop from Asus is worth pointing out. The i7-1255U isn't the most powerful but it's perfectly fine for everyday tasks, and it's backed up by 16GB of RAM and a 512GB SSD. 

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Lenovo Yoga 7i 2-in-1 14-inch (Gen 9) | Ultra 5 125U / 16GB / 512GB SSD | AU$2,459 AU$1,269 at Lenovo

Lenovo Yoga 7i 2-in-1 14-inch (Gen 9) | Ultra 5 125U / 16GB / 512GB SSD | AU$2,459 AU$1,269 at Lenovo (save AU$830)

We loved last year's Yoga 7i 2-in-1 (Gen 8) but the new Gen 9 model takes it to a new level thanks to the Core Ultra 5 125U CPU and a 1920 x 1200 IPS touchscreen display. It's a 2-in-1, so the screen can also fold through 180º for tablet style use. 

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Best laptop deal under AU$2,000

Lenovo Pro 7i 14-inch (Gen 9) | Ultra 7 155H / 32GB / 512GB SSD AU$3,099 AU$1,899

Lenovo Pro 7i 14-inch (Gen 9) | Ultra 7 155H / 32GB / 512GB SSD AU$3,099 AU$1,899 (save AU$1,100)

This powerful laptop from Lenovo is currently 38% off and close to the lowest price we have seen. You don't often get a premium machine with 32GB RAM for under AU$2,000 – especially not one with a 14.5" 3K (3072 x 1920), IPS, 100% DCI-P3, 400nit, 120Hz, touchscreen display. It also has a facial recognition webcam, a big 73Wh battery and 100W USB-C charging. 

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Best gaming laptop deal

Dell G15 5530 Gaming Laptop | Core i7 / 16GB / 512GB / RTX 4060 |AU$1,798.50now AU$1,672.61 from Dell

Dell G15 5530 Gaming Laptop | Core i7 / 16GB / 512GB / RTX 4060 | AU$1,798.50 now AU$1,672.61 from Dell (save $125.89)                                                               

To score 7% off the Dell G15, you need to grab an exclusive code from our Dell coupon page and apply it when checking out. Now you might be thinking, 7% off – is that all? But this G15 is already a great deal, just Dell no longer shows the original price. AU$1,672.61 (or even the full AU$1,798.50) is a excellent price for a big 15.6-inch laptop with a RTX 4060 GPU and a 1920 x 1080, 165Hz G-Sync screen with 100% sRGB colour – even if you aren't a gamer. 

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Laptop discount codes

Alienware, Inspiron, G Series gaming laptops and monitors | 5% off with exclusive code

Alienware, Inspiron, G Series gaming laptops and monitors | 5% off with exclusive code

To save 7% on a new laptop or monitor, head to our dedicated Dell coupon page, click on the 'Get Unique Code' button and then enter the code at checkout.

The 7% off code works on many, but not all, of the products we tested in the categories below.

Alienware laptops                     Alienware desktops
Inspiron laptops                        Inspiron desktops
G Series gaming laptops         
Consumer monitors

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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.

Microsoftshop sales on Microsoft Surface devices

Microsoft: shop sales on Microsoft Surface devices

Microsoft usually offers Surface discounts on its online store, but they’re not always the lowest price available on any particular model. This is because other retailers such as JB Hi-Fi and The Good Guys will price match or price beat what Microsoft is offering on its Surface laptops. As always, it’s worth checking for Microsoft coupon codes before making your purchase.

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. 

Lindsay Handmer
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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