Yes, you can get some mega laptop deals for creators with up to $550 in savings on my favorite machines - and it's not even Prime Day yet

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Performance-driven laptops are essential if you're looking to take your content creation to the next level - and ahead of Prime Day, I've tracked down plenty of savings on some of our top-reviewed machines.

If you want the best for creators, the Asus ProArt P16 was $2300 now $2070 at Best Buy. That's a $230 saving right there, and I don't think you'll regret it.

This is my favorite laptop for creators right now, thanks to its top-end CPU and graphics card, and a stunningly good 4K OLED display. Color accuracy hits 100% DCI-P3 with Pantone validation, file transfer rates were quick in our tests, and overall, we found the editing workflow and rendering was very quick, too. For my money, this is the ideal laptop for those who want a true MacBook alternative.

Check out my full round-up of top deals below, with laptops from Apple, Asus, Lenovo, and HP.

You'll find a lot of the machines in this round-up feature in my guides to the best video editing laptops and best laptops for engineering students. That's because they prioritize graphical prowess and performance, which are key for those tasks.

If you're looking for more savings right now, head over to our live hub for more Prime Day deals on laptops, TVs, headphones, and more.

Creator laptop deals in the US

Asus ProArt P16
Save $230
Save 10%
Asus ProArt P16 : was $2,300 now $2,070 at Best Buy

Display: 16in 4K OLED touchscreen
CPU: AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370
GPU: Nvidia GeForce RTX 4070
RAM: 32GB
SSD: 2TB

This is the laptop that had our reviewer Alastair consider switching from Apple to Windows - it's that good a MacBook Pro alternative. Specs are great, particularly the 4K screen with its 100% DCI-P3 color gamut. In his review, he said "the quality of the machine is exceptional," praising the speed, quality, design, and robustness of this creator-focused machine.

Apple MacBook Pro 14-inch (M4)
Save $240
Save 12%
Apple MacBook Pro 14-inch (M4): was $1,999 now $1,759 at Amazon

Display: 14.2in Liquid Retina XDR display
CPU: M4
GPU: 10-core GPU
RAM: 24GB
SSD: 1TB

This 14in twist on the MacBook Pro is a content creator's dream - especially with the advent of the M4 series of chips delivering a smooth experience. In his review, our reviewer Lance Ulanoff called it "a pro-grade portable that impresses in every area. It's a pleasure to use, and rises to meet virtually any challenge." Other configurations are also discounted on the page, if you want more memory, storage, or a better chip.

Apple MacBook Pro 16-inch (M4 Pro)
Save $250
Save 10%
Apple MacBook Pro 16-inch (M4 Pro): was $2,499 now $2,249 at Amazon

Display: 16.2in Liquid Retina XDR display
CPU: M4 Pro
GPU: 20-core GPU
RAM: 24GB
SSD: 512GB

My top pick for video editing, the MBP with the M4 Pro chip is an absolute powerhouse. Our reviewer Matt said, in his review, it's "one of the most powerful laptops out there, and will make short work of even the most demanding tasks." Other configurations are also discounted on the page, including an M4 Max model for professional filmmakers and animators.

Asus ProArt PX13
Save $550
Save 31%
Asus ProArt PX13 : was $1,800 now $1,250 at Best Buy

Display: 13in 3K OLED touchscreen
CPU: AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370
GPU: Nvidia GeForce RTX 4050
RAM: 32GB
SSD: 1TB

You won't find many 2-in-1 laptops with a dedicated GPU, but that's what's the PX13 delivers. Like the P16, it's designed with content creation in mind. Our reviewer Alastair said it's a "versatile laptop with AI power that enables creators to produce advanced content on the go" in his PX13 review.

Apple MacBook Air 13-inch (M4)
Save $150
Save 15%
Apple MacBook Air 13-inch (M4): was $999 now $849 at Amazon

Display: 13.6in Liquid Retina display
CPU: M4
GPU: Up to 10-core GPU
RAM: 16GB
SSD: 512GB

This is arguably the best MacBook around right now - impressively portable with excellent performance for the price. When Lance reviewed this new model, he found it delivered "excellent build and design, working on it is a pleasure, and the M4 provides all the power I need for the widest range of tasks."

Asus ROG Strix G18
Save $190
Asus ROG Strix G18: was $2,300 now $2,110 at Amazon

Display: 18in QHD 240Hz
CPU: Intel Core i9-14900HX
GPU: Nvidia GeForce RTX 4070
RAM: 32GB
SSD: 1TB

The ROG Strix G18 has been one of my top picks for a very long time, kitted out with excellent specs for both content creation and gaming, if you want a laptop for work and play. Our reviewer Alex took the older model for a spin and loved the raw power and "absolutely class-leading speed" in his review. Expect performance to be even smoother with this 2024 model.

Asus ROG Strix G16
Save $200
Save 12%
Asus ROG Strix G16: was $1,699 now $1,499 at Target

Display: 16in QHD 240Hz
CPU: Intel Core i9-14900HX
GPU: Nvidia GeForce RTX 4060
RAM: 16GB
SSD: 1TB

Like the G18 but want something smaller? The G16 is also a powerhouse with a discrete GPU and the smaller 16in display for slightly more portability. Specs are similar to the G18 above, with the same processor, but less RAM and an RTX 4060 graphics card instead.

Lenovo Legion Pro 5i
Save $450
Save 23%
Lenovo Legion Pro 5i: was $1,999 now $1,549 at Target

Display: 16in QHD 165Hz
CPU: Intel Core i9-14900HX
GPU: Nvidia GeForce RTX 4070
RAM: 16GB
SSD: 512GB

This Windows 11 laptop is boasts some impressive specs for the price. In our review of the earlier model, we loved the overall performance considering the price and the display is great, too. Expect even better from this newer version.

HP Victus 15
Save $79
Save 11%
HP Victus 15: was $728 now $649 at Walmart

Display: 13in 3K OLED touchscreen
CPU: AMD Ryzen 5 7535HS
GPU: Nvidia GeForce RTX 2050
RAM: 16GB
SSD: 1TB

If you want a cheap laptop with some graphical prowess, this is one of my favorites. The Hp Victus 15 is capable of pulling double-duty as a gaming laptop, too. And when we reviewed it, we praised its excellent price and good performance.


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Steve Clark
B2B Editor - Creative & Hardware

Steve is B2B Editor for Creative & Hardware at TechRadar Pro. He began in tech journalism reviewing photo editors and video editing software at Web User magazine, and covered technology news, features, and how-to guides. Today, he and his team of expert reviewers test out a range of creative software, hardware, and office furniture. Once upon a time, he wrote TV commercials and movie trailers. Relentless champion of the Oxford comma.

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