Black Friday laptop deals 2024: when they start and what to expect
Sales on laptops should arrive well ahead of November
Black Friday laptop deals will be here before you know it - especially as we're quickly closing in on November. From now onwards you can expect plenty of early deals on everything from the latest MacBooks to super-cheap Chromebooks. We'll of course be rounding everything up here with distinct sections for both the US and UK.
Note that Black Friday doesn't officially land until November 29th for 2024 but we expect plenty of retailers to start ramping up the laptop deals well ahead of this date. Right now, it's early days but we're already beginning to prep this page for our deals coverage between now and late November.
Just below you can see a quick list of the best laptop deals to check out this week ahead of Black Friday. Expect this list to grow rapidly as things heat up, but in the meantime bookmark this page for later. We've also preserved a list of last year's best Black Friday laptop deals at the bottom of the page to let you know what to expect for 2024.
Today's best laptop deals
- HP Chromebook 14: was
£179.99now £179.99 at Amazon - Asus Chromebook Plus: was
£399.99now £249.99 at Amazon - Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 3 Chromebook: was
£429.99now £299 at Amazon - Dell Inspiron 15: was
£579now £529 at Dell - Lenovo Yoga Slim 7X: was
£1,299now £999 at Currys - Samsung Galaxy Book4 Pro 360: was
£1,999now £1,599 at Samsung
Black Friday laptop deals: FAQ
When will 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.
Right now, for example, we're just about to hit the 'Amazon Big Deal Days sale', which is essentially a second Amazon Prime Day event in all but name. If you're interested, we'll be rounding up all the best laptop deals right here on this page for this event, as well as other Black Friday options as we head through to late November.
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.
Last year's Black Friday laptop deals in the US
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.
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.
Acer Chromebook Spin 513: was $279 now $206 at Amazon
Save on this excellent 2-in-1 Chromebook from Acer/ With a 13.3-inch touchscreen, this device can be used as a standard laptop-like device, but the screen can also 'spin' behind the keyboard, turning it into a tablet. This is an excellent pick for students on a budget, or anyone after a day-to-day laptop that you can depend on.
HP Chromebook X360 14-inch 2-in-1: was $329 now $289 at Walmart
With an Intel Celeron processor and 4GB DDR4 RAM, this Chromebook isn't going to be setting any records, but it's a great 2-in-1 for young students who'll love the splash of teal color on the outside, while you'll love that it's $40 off at Walmart for Black Friday.
Dell Latitude 3445 Chromebook: was $1,191.14 now $599 at Dell
There was a time when Chromebooks selling for more than $500 would have been scandalous, but as ChromeOS's popularity grows, so does the high-end Chromebook's spec sheet. This beauty, marked down 50% at Dell's online store, packs an AMD Ryzen 3 7320X, 8GB LPDDR5 RAM, a 256GB M.2 SSD, and a 14-inch full HD+ (1200p) display, so it is a steal at this price.
HP Chromebook 11 G7 EE: was $79.95 now $62.69 at Amazon
We won't lie, this is hardly a powerhouse Chromebook - but it's one of the cheapest laptops money can buy right now, at a staggeringly cheap $63. With a super-compact 11.6-inch display, this is an excellent pick for a child's first laptop, especially given the security features and user-friendly interface of ChromeOS. This price is for a refreshed model, which means it's been used, but has been thoroughly checked by Amazon.
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): 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.
MacBook Air 15-inch (M2): was $1,299 now $1,049 at Amazon
It may essentially be just a larger version of the MacBook Air 13-inch, but if that's what you want then that's what you get - and it's now reduced to a new lowest-ever price at Amazon. Our MacBook Air 15-inch review praised the display, performance, design, and speaker array, although we did think the jump in size hurt one of the MacBook Air's key selling points - its portability. Nevertheless, the is still an impressive laptop at a good price following this new $250 discount.
NEW MacBook Pro 14-inch (M3, 2023): was $1,599 now $1,449 at B&H
The new base model of the 14-inch MacBook Pro has got a $150 price cut already. This is for the model with the M3 chip with an 8-core CPU and 10-core GPU, plus 8GB memory and 512GB SSD. This is a nice discount for a new MacBook, but it's not the most powerful model out there.
NEW MacBook Pro 14-inch (M3 Pro, 2023): was $1,999 now $1,799 at B&H
Yep, only a few weeks after it was launched, B&H is knocking $200 off the brand-new 14-inch MacBook Pro. It comes with an 11-core CPU, 14-core GPU, 18GB memory, and 512GB SSD, giving you a great opportunity to get the cutting-edge MacBook Pro for less. However, if you want more SSD space or memory, it's worth looking at older models below.
NEW MacBook Pro 16-inch (M3 Pro, 2023): was $2,499 now $2,299 at B&H
The new larger model of the MacBook Pro has got a surprise $200 from B&H. You get an M3 Pro chip with 12-core chip, 18-core GPU, 18GB memory and 512GB SSD in a MacBook that is only a few weeks old! Again, if you want more memory or SSD space, it's worth considering some of the older MacBook Pros below.
Apple MacBook Pro 14-inch (M3 Max, 36GB, 1TB) w/ AppleCare+ 3-year coverage plan: was $3,478 now $3,278 at Amazon
Protect your investment for one of the best laptops ever made with this MacBook Pro with M3 Max bundle with 36GB unified memory, 1TB storage, and 3 years of AppleCare+ coverage for $200 off compared to buying them separately.
MacBook Pro 16-inch (M2 Max, 2023): was $3,899 now $3,699 at Adorama
We're starting to see price cuts for the M2 generation of MacBook Pros now that the M3 generation is here. This incredibly powerful model was only released earlier this year, but it's got a $200 price cut ahead of Black Friday. It features the M2 Max chip with 12-core CPU, 38-core GPU, 64GB memory and 1TB SSD.
Acer Aspire 1 Slim (15.6-inch, FHD, 4GB, 128GB): was $229.99 now $179.99 at Amazon
This Acer laptop might be light on specs, but as a Windows 11 S-mode laptop, you don't need more than what's on offer here, and at just $179.99, this is one of the cheapest laptops not running ChromeOS that you're going to find.
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.
Dell Inspiron 15 3511: was $529.99 now $347 at Amazon
A gorgeous 15.6-inch laptop perfect for students and office workers, the Inspiron 15 3511 has the flexibility needed to carry you through whatever work and school can throw at you. A bright 1080p LED display and 11th-gen Intel CPU plus a great selection of ports (including HDMI for connecting a second display) mean you can tackle any task with ease.
Dell Inspiron 15 (2022): was $499 now $400 at Amazon
A solid choice of entry-level Windows laptop, this Dell Inspiron 15 is a feature-rich entry, packing plenty of ports and a 1TB SSD that helps ensure you'll never run out of storage space. The sleek black minimalist finish is perfect for any work environment, too.
Lenovo V15 Laptop: was $579.99 now $479.95 at Amazon
This brilliant budget laptop has got $100 knocked off its price for Black Friday, making it even better value than before. With a 10th-generation Intel Core i7 processor, 16GB RAM, and 512GB SSD, you're getting a lot of bang for your buck. This is ideal for people looking for a cheap yet dependable laptop with large screen to work on.
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.
Lenovo Yoga 7i 2-in-1: was $849.99 now $549.99 at Best Buy
Lenovo's Yoga devices are easily some of the best 2-in-1 laptops you can buy, so it's always great to see any of them get a price cut for Black Friday - and that's exactly what's happened here, with Best Buy chopping a massive $300 off the asking price off this powerful model with 13th generation Intel Core i5 processor, 16GB RAM, and 512GB SSD. Don't miss out on this great offer.
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.
Lenovo LOQ: was $950 now $649.99 at Best Buy
The most affordable laptop right now that offers an RTX 3050 GPU. Compared to the GF63 Thin listed here, it has a more recent Core i5 CPU, 50% more video memory, and a much bigger 1TB SSD. However, it only has 8GB DDR5 RAM but it’s still a stunning offer. You can however upgrade the memory in less than 10 minutes if you’re a tinkerer. A $300 saving on this laptop is nothing to be sniffed at.
HP Envy 2-in-1 15.6-inch: was $1,149.99 now $699.99 at Best Buy
This large 2-in-1 laptop from HP gets a massive $450 knocked off its price for Best Buy's early Black Friday sale. Powered by an Intel Core i7 processor and 16GB of RAM, this is a speedy laptop that'll keep going for years - and the 512GB SSD offers plenty of space for your files and documents.
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.
Dell Inspiron 14-inch 2-in-1: was $999.99 now $699.99 at Best Buy
Save $300 on this excellent 2-in-1 laptop from Dell, with a new 13th generation Intel Core i7 processor, 16GB RAM and 1TB SSD. This is a powerful and versatile laptop that is ideal for working on, multitasking, and browsing the web - and thanks to the 2-in-1 design, it's great for watching movies and TV shows on as well when you want to unwind.
Dell XPS 13 laptop: was $1,099 now $799 at Dell
Need something with a little more power? The Dell Black Friday sale also includes an incredible deal on a Core i7-equipped XPS 13 model. With a massive $300 off, you're paying a superb price here for a machine with a 12th-gen chipset, 16GB of DDR5 RAM, and a 512GB SSD - all fantastic specs to have on any Windows machine, let alone a premium model like the XPS 13.
Asus Vivobook S 15.6-inch laptop: was $1,099 now $1,026.99 at Newegg
This Asus Vivobook is one of the most specced-out laptops we've seen at this price point for a long time. Yes, it's a little pricey but its potent combination of an Intel Core i9-13900H processor, 16GB LPDDR5 RAM, and 1TB SSD offer an eye-watering amount of power for such a lightweight 15.6-inch laptop, which also happens to sport a 2880 x 1800p OLED display. For everyday use this one is sheer overkill but designers, professionals, and those in need of a serious amount of power will get a fantastic deal here courtesy of Newegg's deals ahead of Black Friday.
Dell Inspiron 15 3530: was $1,269 now $931 at Amazon
If you're hunting for a new high-end laptop for work, the Dell Inspiron 15 3530 is a great pick. Packing a shiny new 13th-gen Intel Core i7, 32GB of RAM, and a 1TB SSD, this is a professional laptop for the serious user. The 15.6-inch FHD display also has touch support, so you can scroll and click with finger-swiping speed.
Samsung Galaxy Book3 360: was $1,549.99 now $999.99 at Best Buy
Save a huge $550 with this Black Friday deal from Best Buy, which gives you the brilliant thin and light 2-in-1 laptop from Samsung with a new 13th generation Intel Core i7 processor, 16GB of RAM and 1TB SSD. With specs like these, you get a brilliant performer that will last you for years, and can handle pretty much any task outside of gaming with ease.
Dell XPS 15 laptop: was $1,499 now $1,099 at Dell
And, for those who need a serious amount of power, consider this fantastic Black Friday deal on the latest Dell XPS 15. This specced-out machine features a potent combination of a 13th gen Intel Core i7 chipset, 16GB of DDR5 RAM, a 512GB SSD, and an Intel Arc A370M graphics card. These specs are definitely overkill for a simple daily driver, but those who want a pro-level machine will find a lot to work with here.
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.
HP Victus 15-inch gaming laptop: was $799.99 now $449.99 at Best Buy
If you're looking for a super-cheap gaming laptop for basic games, this is worth investigating. The $250 price cut is certainly eye-catching, and while the specs aren't amazing - the RTX 2050 GPU in particular is quite old and under-powered these days - for kids looking for their first gaming laptop to play Minecraft and other games that aren't too demanding, this price isn't bad at all.
MSI GF63 15.6-inch gaming laptop: was $699 now $587.69 at Walmart
Cheap gaming laptops can be a little iffy but we're thoroughly impressed with this MSI GF63 in the Walmart Black Friday sale. Not only does it feature an absolutely rock-bottom price for a machine with an RTX 3050 graphics card, but it also comes complete with a full 16GB kit of RAM. An Intel Core i5-11400H chipset and 512GB SSD round out the specs here for a decent starter machine for 1080p gaming.
Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3: was $1,049 now $749.99 at Walmart
This is absolutely the cheapest option for a 4000-series GPU gaming laptop, and it comes with some excellent specs that ensure you can max out settings on any AAA PC game. It comes with an AMD Ryzen 7 7735HS CPU, an Nvidia RTX 4050 GPU, 16GB RAM, and 512GB of storage
HP Omen: was $1250 now $799 at Best Buy
This clearance sale from Best Buy sees the price of the HP Omen gaming laptop shaved by a mammoth $450, without any corners cut. You get a super fast RTX 4050 GPU, a Core i5 CPU, 16GB of RAM, and 512GB SSD. The screen is a larger-than-usual 16.1-inch 1080p model with a 144Hz refresh rate to ensure smooth graphics. It’s a great all-rounder machine for anyone looking to do a bit of coding or programming outside of gaming.
Gigabyte G5 15.6-inch gaming laptop: was $1,099 now $799.99 at Best Buy
Need something a little cheaper? This Gigabyte G5 is an officially listed 'early Black Friday deal' from Best Buy and features an impressive $300 off. Inside, it's packed in an Intel Core i7, RTX 4060, 16GB of RAM, and a 512GB SSD – all great specs to have at this price point. Overall, this one isn't a world-beating machine, but it's a superb choice if you want a cost-effective gaming laptop that can handle 1080p resolution. Recommended.
MSI Delta 15.6-inch gaming laptop: was $1,699 now $799.99 at Newegg
This MSI Delta at Newegg is an older machine now, but it's still great – and it's basically half-price right now. Inside, it features exclusively last-gen AMD components, but they aren't the entry-level stuff, they're actually mid to upper range and still more than capable of outputting some fantastic performance at 1080p. The only downside we can think of with this machine is that the RX 6700M will lag behind with Ray-Tracing performance versus the equivalent Nvidia graphics card. Otherwise, however, you're getting fantastic bang for the buck with this early Black Friday deal.
MSI Sword 15: was $1,099 now $899 at Walmart
One of my preferred deals on this Black Friday sales list is yet another MSI gaming laptop. The Sword adopts a cool white and blue finish and punches well above its price tag. With a Core i7 GPU, an RTX 4060 GPU with 8GB GDDR6, 16GB RAM, and a 1TB SSD, it is seriously good value for money. Its elegant design makes this gaming laptop a great choice for a work device.
Asus ROG Strix G15 (2022): was $1,199.99 now $997 at Amazon
Asus has great quality gaming laptops and this model from last year is now under $1,000. It features an AMD Ryzen 7 6800H CPU, a Nvidia GeForce RTX 3060 GPU, 16GB DDR5 RAM, and 1TB SSD of storage. This model can handle any PC game at high settings with no issues, including AAA titles.
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.
Asus TUF Gaming A15: was $1,199.99 now $999 at Amazon
Save $200 on this new-for-2023 gaming laptop. We love Asus' TUF lineup of affordable laptops for playing games on, and this one comes with 16GB DDR5, AMD Ryzen 7 CPU, and new Nvidia RTX 4050, giving you enough power to play most modern games at medium to high settings - especially if you make use of DLSS 3.0 to help boost the performance.
MSI GP Series: was $1,899 now $1,599 at Walmart
This gaming laptop is one of the cheapest options equipped with a high-end 4000-series graphics card, which not only allows you to max out settings but also has ray tracing and any other features enabled. This excellent deal comes with an Intel Core i9 12900H CPU, a Nvidia RTX 4080 GPU, 16GB RAM, and 1TB of storage.
Last year's Black Friday laptop deals in the UK
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.
Asus CX1 11.6-inch Chromebook: was £229 now £159 at Argos
Save £30 on this stylish Chromebook with Intel Celeron processor, 4GB RAM, and 64GB of storage. As with other Chromebooks, this is a great laptop for day-to-day tasks like web browsing and writing up documents, and with a 10-hour battery life, you'll be able to use it throughout an entire work or school day. This makes it an excellent choice for students - and the robust build quality will protect it from knocks and bumps.
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.
Lenovo IdeaPad 3 Chromebook: was £249.99 now £215.30 at Amazon
The Chrome-powered version of Lenovo's excellent compact laptop enjoys a stellar deal at more than a quarter off the retail price. A Full HD display and Lenovo's surprisingly premium-feeling design despite the low price make this Black Friday deal an absolute steal.
Samsung Galaxy Chromebook Go: was £299 now £204.99 at Amazon
An ideal laptop for students and kids, the Samsung Galaxy Chromebook Go packs a lightweight but rugged design that can handle roughing it at school. An Intel Celeron processor ensures ChromeOS will run smoothly, and the sleek silver finish helps set it apart from other Chromebooks.
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.
Acer 14-inch Chromebook: was £599 now £439 at Argos
Chromebooks aren't only cheap and cheerful laptops, as the Acer CP514-2H shows. This is a stylish and powerful Chromebook that can rival many much more expensive Windows 11 laptops thanks to its Intel Core i3 processor, 8GB RAM and 256GB SSD - all very high specs for a Chromebook, and this means it'll perform exceptionally well. The £160 discount makes this even better value, and the 2-in-1 design gives it plenty of versatility.
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.
MacBook Pro 13-inch (M1, 2020): was £1,298 now £899.97 at Laptops Direct
The first generation MacBook Pro 13-inch with Apple's own silicon has plummeted in price ahead of Black Friday, and has a massive £399 price cut, putting it at a similar level as the M1 MacBook Air, but with a bit more flexibility thanks to its better thermal performance, so it can work harder for longer. With 8GB of memory and 256GB SSD storage, this is a brilliant deal for a laptop that remains an excellent performer.
Apple MacBook Air M2 (256GB): was £1,399 now £1,124.99 at Amazon
This is the lowest price yet for the M2 model of the MacBook Air - and it's almost sold out! This superb machine isn't quite as good value as its M1 predecessor but it's a much more modern-looking and slick machine. The bezels are thinner and the M2 chipset inside provides an impressive amount of power - enough that we'd happily recommend this one to all but the most demanding of professionals.
Apple MacBook Air 15-inch (M2, 2023): was £1,399.97 now £1,299.97 at Laptops Direct
The larger 15-inch version of Apple's flagship thin-and-light laptop only launched earlier this year, but it's still £99 off at Laptops Direct for Black Friday. Packing the M2 chip, 256GB of fast SSD storage, and Apple signature Liquid Retina display, this is a powerhouse laptop for everyone from office workers to creative students.
Apple MacBook Air 15-inch (M2, 2023): was £1,599.97 now £1,399.97 at Laptops Direct
Laptops Direct has cut a larger £199 off the new 15-inch MacBook Air with larger 512GB SSD. We recommend going for this model if your budget allows, as it has a bigger price cut than the model above, and the 512GB storage won't fill up as fast. Otherwise, the specs are the same.
NEW MacBook Pro 14-inch (M3, 2023): was £1,699 now £1,569.97 at Amazon
Amazon has cut £130 from the very latest MacBook Pro 14-inch model, mere weeks after it launched. You've got to love Black Friday! This is the least powerful model, with the base M3 chip. So if you want more power (especially in the memory department), then look at some of the slightly older models below.
Apple MacBook Pro 14-inch (M1 Pro, 2021): was £2,232.97 now £1,649.97 at Laptops Direct
It's an older MacBook, sir, but it checks out. Yes, this M1 Pro version of the MacBook Pro is a whopping £583 off at Laptops Direct for Black Friday, and it's not the base configuration either - you get a large 1TB SSD and 16GB of RAM in addition to Apple's high-res display with 1,000,000:1 contrast ratio. Unlike the MacBook Air, this laptop also features an HDMI output for easily connecting a second display.
Apple MacBook Pro 16-inch (M1 Pro, 2021): was £2,024.97 now £1,699.97 at Laptops Direct
If you're looking for the larger version of the MacBook Pro, you can nab the 16-inch model for only £50 more than the 14-inch iteration at Laptops Direct. This model comes equipped with the M1 Pro chip, 16GB of unified memory, and a 512GB SSD - and of course, Apple's incredible 120Hz Liquid Retina XDR display.
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.
NEW MacBook Pro 14-inch (M3 Pro, 2023): was £2,099 now £1,949.97 at Amazon
OK, £150 off might not seem like a massive saving, but considering that this is only a few weeks old, this is still impressive. You get the M3 Pro chip with an 11-core CPU, 14-core GPU, 18GB memory, and 512GB SSD, which is decent specs for the lower price.
MacBook Pro 16-inch (M2 Pro, 2023): was £2,699 now £2,279 at Amazon
This decent early Black Friday MacBook Pro deal knocks £400 off the 16-inch MacBook Pro with M2 Pro chip, which launched earlier this year. With 16GB memory and 512GB SSD, this is a great choice for people who want a powerful MacBook with a large screen, but don't want to splash out on the most expensive (and powerful) model.
MacBook Pro 16-inch (M2 Pro, 2023): was £2,899 now £2,789 at John Lewis
This Black Friday MacBook Pro deal knocks £110 off the 16-inch MacBook Pro with M2 Pro chip, with 16GB memory and 1TB SSD. If you want a MacBook Pro with a large hard drive, then this is a good choice, though there are some better offers out there if you don't mind a smaller SSD.
HP ProBook 635 Aero G8: was £519.97 now £419.97 at Laptops Direct
A straightforward Windows 11 laptop ideal for office work or studying, the Aero G8 comes equipped with an AMD Ryzen 5 5600U CPU and a 13.3-inch full HD display. The compact design, large trackpad, and comfortable keyboard all make this a great choice for working on the go.
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.
Dell Vostro 5320: was £847.97 now £479.97 at Laptops Direct
An ideal pick for professionals with lots of video meetings, the Vostro 5320 is an affordable laptop that also features a 1080p webcam with Temporal Noise Reduction for conference calls in busy office environments. A super-compact design along with an Intel Core i5 1240P CPU and long battery life make this Dell laptop perfect for office work.
Acer 14-inch Vero Laptop: was £749 now £549 at Currys
Get a £200 saving on this Acer Vero laptop with an Intel Core i5 processor, 16GB RAM, and 512GB of storage. This neat laptop is made with an impressive 30% recycled material and it's designed to be easy to repair or upgrade. This is a great choice for a great price to get work done and to kick back and watch your favourite show. It makes a great laptop for everyday use, as well as work, and has an all-day battery life.
Lenovo V17: was £729.97 now £587.97 at Laptops Direct
Some people prefer a super-compact work laptop - but others would rather have more screen space to work with. The Lenovo V17 has that and more: a 17.3-inch display, packed with a powerful Intel Core i5 1335U CPU and 512GB of speedy SSD storage. It also comes with Windows 11 Pro, making it a great pick for professionals.
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.
Acer 14-inch Vero Laptop: was £899 now £699 at Currys
Save £200 on this impressive Acer Vero laptop with a cutting-edge Intel Core i7-1355U processor, a sizeable 16GB RAM, and a gigantic 1TB of storage. This device is made with an impressive 30% recycled material and it's made specially to be easy to repair or upgrade. This is a great choice for a great price to get work done and to kick back and watch your favorite show as it has an all-day battery life.
Asus ExpertBook B7 Flip: was £1,549.97 now £789.97 at Laptops Direct
Almost half-price for Black Friday, the ExpertBook B7 Flip from Asus is a stellar choice for professionals who need power as well as flexibility in their laptop. A 360-degree hinge, QHD+ touchscreen, and magnetic stylus make this an ultra-versatile ultrabook, backed up by a powerful Intel Core i7 CPU and 512GB of storage space.
MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo: was £1,592.97 now £799.97 at Laptops Direct
MSI might be better known for its gaming hardware, but the Summit E14 Flip Evo shouldn't be disregarded. This gorgeously premium-feeling 2-in-1 ultrabook - now at an all-time-low price for Black Friday - offers a 13th-gen Intel Core i7 CPU and an excellent QHD+ display, with a 16:10 aspect ratio that gives you more screen real estate for scrolling.
Lenovo 14-inch Yoga Slim laptop: was £999 now £799 at Currys
Don't miss a £200 saving on this Lenovo Yoga Slim laptop with a top-of-the-line Intel Core i7 processor, 16GB RAM, and a massive 1TB of storage. Perfect for getting creative or kicking back with a film, it's got a 2.8K IPS display equipped with Dolby Vision. With a weight of 1.3kg and a better life of up to 9 hours, it's perfect to help you travel and work light.
Asus Zenbook Duo 14-inch laptop: was £999 now £799 at Currys
This deal offers a £200 saving on this unique laptop. It has a top-of-the-line Intel Core-i7 processor, a speedy 16GB RAM, and 512GB of storage. It's got two responsive touchscreens which you can use simultaneously. You can optimize your work and use it for leisure, and Asus claims a battery life of up to 17 hours for this model. Our tests have it closer to 12 hours, but that's still pretty good for two touchscreens, and this price cut makes it far more tempting.
Asus Zenbook 14 OLED: was £959 now £859 at Argos
Asus Zenbooks are some of the most stylish laptops that you can buy right now and aren't made by Apple. This 14-inch thin and light laptop is easy to carry around, and with an Intel Core i5 CPU and 16GB of RAM, it performs brilliantly. It also boasts battery life of up to 18 hours, and its OLED screen is absolutely stunning. With £100 off ahead of Black Friday, this is an offer you don't want to miss out on.
Asus Vivobook 16X: was £1,099 now £899 at Argos
This powerful laptop gets a £200 price cut from Argos for Black Friday. It comes with an Intel Core i7 processor, 16GB of RAM, and 512GB of SSD storage - and a gorgeous 16-inch screen. It's ideal for medium to heavy workloads, and thanks to the Nvidia GeForce RTX 3050 GPU - a rarity in thin and light laptops - it's excellent at video and photo editing. It can even play the odd game as well!
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.
Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 3: was £1,957.97 now £979.97 at Laptops Direct
Lenovo's ThinkPad laptops have a solid reputation among professionals, and the T14 is deserving of that reputation thanks to its Intel Core i5 1235U and 16:10 aspect ratio display. If you're a fan of Lenovo's signature trackpad buttons and bright red TrackPoint, this is an excellent pick.
Dell XPS 13 (2023): was £1,138.80 now £949 at Dell
Featuring a 12th-gen Core i7-1250U processor with integrated graphics, 16GB LPDDR5 RAM, and a 512GB SSD, this MacBook Air rival can more than hold its own in terms of performance and style, especially with a £139.80 discount for Black Friday.
Asus ZenBook 14X: was £2,248.97 now £1,179.97 at Laptops Direct
A productivity powerhouse, the Asus ZenBook 14X features a top-of-the-line Intel Core i9 13900H processor and a super-clean 14.5-inch 2.8K OLED display. Colors are sharp and vibrant, and the long battery life means you'll be able to work through the day without needing to shackle yourself to a charger. This deal is selling out fast!
HP ZBook Firefly 14 G9: was £2,253.97 now £1,179.97 at Laptops Direct
HP's 'Firefly' laptops are premium productivity devices, and this one is no exception. With a Core i7 processor and T550 graphics card to boost performance in creative and scientific workloads, the G9 is a high-end ultrabook designed for fast-moving professionals - and at more than a thousand pounds off retail price for Black Friday, it's one hell of a deal.
Dell XPS 15 (2023): was £1,969.00 now £1,669 at Dell
While not the most powerful XPS 15 model, this Intel Core i7-13700H and Nvidia RTX 4050 configuration with 32GB DDR5 RAM and 1TB SSD offers very competitive performance for the price to rival any of the best laptops out there, including the MacBook Pro.
Dell XPS 15 (2023): was £2,669.01 now £1,999.01 at Dell
This powerhouse of an XPS 15 configuration is £670 off right now on the manufacturer's website, and features a 13th-gen Core i9-13900H processor, an Nvidia RTX 4070 GPU, 32GB DDR5 RAM, and 1TB SSD, making it easily one of the most powerful laptops you're going to get for under £2,000.
MSI GF63 Thin: now £629 at Currys
An amazing deal for a gaming laptop that offers some solid specs for under £1,000. It comes with an Intel Core i7 CPU, a Nvidia GeForce RTX 3050 GPU, 8 GB of RAM, and 512 GB SSD of storage. You'll be able to play any PC game at medium settings, which is perfect for the vast majority of gamers.
Asus TUF F15: was £879.97 now £677.97 at Laptops Direct
If you're looking for a budget gaming laptop this Black Friday, the Asus TUF F15 is a sound pick. It's not the most powerful laptop on the market, but with an RTX 3050 Ti GPU and Intel Core i5 processor it'll be able to handle the latest games at 1080p - and on the large 15.6-inch display, games look amazing. At this price, it's hard to beat.
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.
Asus ROG Strix G15: was £1,211.97 now £817.97 at Laptops Direct
Asus has historically done an excellent job of balancing affordability and performance, and the ROG Strix G15 is no exception. Opting for a speedy AMD Ryzen 7 6800H CPU instead of the more common Intel fare, this gaming laptop is almost four hundred pounds off for Black Friday.
Gigabyte G5: was £1,556.97 now £847.97 at Laptops Direct
Don't sleep on Gigabyte's budget gaming laptops, folks. This G5 model features an RTX 4060 GPU and Intel Core i5 12500H CPU, making it an absolutely blinding deal at less than £900. A 15.6-inch 1080p display with a 144Hz refresh rate is the perfect companion to that RTX graphics card, and the overall design is also surprisingly thin and light for a gaming laptop.
MSI Cyborg 15: was £1,099.97 now £897.97 at Laptops Direct
If you're looking for a great value gaming laptop with one of those shiny new Nvidia RTX 4060 GPUs, this is one of the cheapest deals you can find right now. With a 12th-gen Intel Core i7 processor and a 144Hz FHD display, this laptop is perfect for esports games and can handle the latest triple-A titles with ease too.
MSI Katana 15: was £1,629.99 now £1,299 at Amazon
Another excellent option for those wanting a high-end 4000-series graphics card. The specs are all current-gen and including an Intel Core i9-13900H CPU, a Nvidia RTX 4070 GPU, 16GB RAM, and 1TB of storage, ensuring that you can max out settings and enable all the effects you want. This laptop has had a further price cut since last week.
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.
Razer Blade 17: was £3,412.97 now £1,819.97 at Laptops Direct
Do you like your gaming laptops BIG? If so, Razer has you covered - this 17.3-inch monster packs an RTX 3070 Ti and 12th-gen Intel Core i7 processor along with a 1TB SSD to ensure you have plenty of space to store your favorite games. At a huge £1,583 discount for Black Friday, this is an absolute steal for fans of big-screen gaming.
Asus Laptop ZenBook Pro: was £2,499.99 now £1,949.97 on Amazon
This is a high-end gaming laptop with the latest specs both CPU and GPU-wise, which means it's able to handle not only max settings and ray tracing for PC titles but also productivity work and creative/editing projects. It comes with an Intel i9-13900H CPU, Nvidia RTX 4070 GPU, 16GB RAM, and 1TB of storage.
Razer Blade 16: was £2,699.97 now £2,399.97 at Laptops Direct
Looking for a brand new laptop that scratches that 'premium quality' itch? Look no further: the Blade 16 is Razer's latest flagship gaming laptop, packing a next-gen Nvidia RTX graphics card and Intel Core i7 13800H processor. A gorgeous QHD+ display with incredible color reproduction and a hefty 1TB SSD to store all your games are just the cherry on top.
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Christian is TechRadar’s UK-based Computing Editor. He came to us from Maximum PC magazine, where he fell in love with computer hardware and building PCs. He was a regular fixture amongst our freelance review team before making the jump to TechRadar, and can usually be found drooling over the latest high-end graphics card or gaming laptop before looking at his bank account balance and crying.
Christian is a keen campaigner for LGBTQ+ rights and the owner of a charming rescue dog named Lucy, having adopted her after he beat cancer in 2021. She keeps him fit and healthy through a combination of face-licking and long walks, and only occasionally barks at him to demand treats when he’s trying to work from home.
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