Back to school sales 2023: the best deals right now

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The back to school sale season is in full swing, with huge savings from Amazon, Walmart, Apple, and Best Buy on laptops, backpacks, headphones, clothing, and more. To help you find all the top deals in one place, we've created this guide with all the best back to school sales and stand-out deals happening right now.

Below, we've categorized the best back to school sales into easy-to-navigate sections, including electronics, supplies, clothing, and dorm-room essentials. We've also hand-picked today's stand-out deals on laptops, Apple devices, small kitchen appliances, TVs, and more. Whether you're shopping for a new laptop, lunchbox, or coffee maker, our back to school sales guide has something for everyone.

Some of today's top deals include cheap laptops at Best Buy with prices starting at just $149, up to 40% off backpacks, lunch boxes, and school supplies from Amazon, and record-low prices on Apple devices, including the best-selling AirPods Pro 2 down to $199.99 (was $249) and the 2020 MacBook Air on sale for $749.99 (was $999).

See the complete list of back to school sales below and more of today's best deals on laptops, tablets, headphones, appliances, and more. You can also look forward to more tech bargains at the 2023 Labor Day sales event.

Today's best back to school sales

Back to school sales 2023: Tech

Back to school sales 2023: Supplies

Back to school sales 2023: Clothing

Back to school sales 2023: dorm room essentials

Back to school sales: today's best deals

HP Chromebook 15: $399$179 at Best Buy

HP Chromebook 15: <a href="https://shop-links.co/link?skuId=6535992&publisher_slug=future&exclusive=1&u1=hawk-custom-tracking&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.bestbuy.com%2Fsite%2Fhp-15-6-chromebook-intel-processor-n200-8gb-memory-64gb-emmc-natural-silver%2F6535992.p%3FskuId%3D6535992&article_name=hawk-article-name&article_url=hawk-article-url" data-link-merchant="bestbuy.com"">was $399 now $179 at Best Buy
This basic budget HP Chromebook 15 is down to a terrific low price if you need a device for light use, such as general browsing and schoolwork. It offers a 15.6-inch display, impressive battery life, and decent performance thanks to the Chrome OS – all for under $200. A bargain for students and those with basic needs.

Ninja AF080 Mini Air Fryer: $79.99  $39.99 at Amazon

Ninja AF080 Mini Air Fryer: <a href="https://target.georiot.com/Proxy.ashx?tsid=8428&GR_URL=https%3A%2F%2Famazon.com%2FNinja-AF080-Capacity-Compact-Nonstick%2Fdp%2FB0B7CBQM87%3Fref_%3DOct_DLandingS_D_01cf9a23_72%26th%3D1%26tag%3Dhawk-future-20%26ascsubtag%3Dhawk-custom-tracking-20" data-link-merchant="Amazon US"">was $79.99 now $39.99 at Amazon
Amazon's back-to-school sale has the best-selling Ninja Mini air fryer on sale for a record-low price of $39.99, thanks to today's massive 50% discount. The two-quart air fryer has over 15,000 positive reviews on Amazon and features a compact design that is perfect for people working in a small space. 

Dell XPS 13 laptop: $1,099 now $899 at Dell

Dell XPS 13 laptop: <a href="https://www.anrdoezrs.net/click-6361382-12578053?sid=hawk-custom-tracking&url=https://www.dell.com/en-us/shop/dell-laptops/xps-13-laptop/spd/xps-13-9315-laptop/xn9315fqrxs" data-link-merchant="dell.com"">was $1,099 now $899 at Dell
For those students requiring serious performance from a Windows laptop, my top pick is this Dell XPS 13. This particular configuration also features a potent combination of a Core i7 processor, 16GB of RAM, and a 512GB SSD, giving it plenty of power for all but the most intensive of applications. While pricey, this one is a good investment because it'll easily see you through three years of college and even beyond.

HP ENVY 6065e Wireless All-in-One Inkjet Printer: $129.99 $69.99 at Best Buy

HP ENVY 6065e Wireless All-in-One Inkjet Printer: <a href="https://shop-links.co/link?skuId=6540778&publisher_slug=future&exclusive=1&u1=hawk-custom-tracking&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.bestbuy.com%2Fsite%2Fhp-envy-6065e-wireless-all-in-one-inkjet-printer-with-3-months-of-instant-ink-included-with-hp-%2F6540778.p%3FskuId%3D6540778&article_name=hawk-article-name&article_url=hawk-article-url" data-link-merchant="bestbuy.com"">was $129.99 now $69.99 at Best Buy
A great option if you're looking for a budget printer, Best Buy has this HP Envy wireless printer on sale for just $69.99. The HP Envy can print, scan and copy, including automatic 2-sided printing, and includes three months of free ink when you activate HP Plus.

Apple iPad 10.2 (2021): $329.99$269 at Amazon

Apple iPad 10.2 (2021): <a href="https://target.georiot.com/Proxy.ashx?tsid=8428&GR_URL=https%3A%2F%2Famazon.com%2F2021-Apple-10-2-inch-iPad-Wi-Fi%2Fdp%2FB09G9CJM1Z%3Ftag%3Dhawk-future-20%26ascsubtag%3Dhawk-custom-tracking-20" data-link-merchant="Amazon US"">was $329.99 now $269 at Amazon
Amazon has the 2023 Apple iPad on sale for $269 - $20 more than the record-low price. It may be slightly older tech, but the 10.2-inch Retina display and A13 Bionic chip ensure excellent picture quality and superior performance to this day. The entry-level tablet can do it all without issue, according to our <a href="https://www.techradar.com/reviews/new-ipad-102-2021" data-link-merchant="techradar.com"" data-link-merchant="Amazon US"">Apple iPad 10.2 review: whether that's browsing the net, streaming media, light work, or playing games.

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2: $299 $249 at Best Buy

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2: <a href="https://shop-links.co/link?skuId=6512517&publisher_slug=future&exclusive=1&u1=hawk-custom-tracking&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.bestbuy.com%2Fsite%2Fbose-quietcomfort-earbuds-ii-true-wireless-noise-cancelling-in-ear-headphones-soapstone%2F6512517.p%3FskuId%3D6512517&article_name=hawk-article-name&article_url=hawk-article-url" data-link-merchant="bestbuy.com"">was $299 now $249 at Best Buy
Rated as our best noise-cancelling earbuds, the Bose QuietComfort 2 are on sale at Best Buy for $249, thanks to today's $50 discount. That's the best deal we've seen all year and just $20 more than the record-low price. You're getting best-in-class noise cancellation, superior comfort, impressive sound, and six hours of battery life.

Amazon Fire TV 32-inch 2-Series HD smart TV (2023): $199.99 $129.99 at Amazon

Amazon Fire TV 32-inch 2-Series HD smart TV (2023): <a href="https://target.georiot.com/Proxy.ashx?tsid=8428&GR_URL=https%3A%2F%2Famazon.com%2Fintroducing-amazon-fire-tv-32-inch-2-series-hd-smart-tv%2Fdp%2FB09N6F9NV3%3Ftag%3Dhawk-future-20%26ascsubtag%3Dhawk-custom-tracking-20" data-link-merchant="Amazon US"">was $199.99 now $129.99 at Amazon
Our cheapest TV deal is this 32-inch Amazon Fire TV on sale for just $129.99 - the lowest price we've ever seen. While the Amazon 2-Series TV lacks 4K resolution, you're getting smart capabilities with the Fire TV experience and Amazon Alexa on board for hands-free control.

Apple AirTag 4 Pack: $99$88.99 at Amazon

Apple AirTag 4 Pack: <a href="https://target.georiot.com/Proxy.ashx?tsid=8428&GR_URL=https%3A%2F%2Famazon.com%2Fdp%2FB0932QJ2JZ%3Fref%3Dods_ucc_kindle_B0932QJ2JZ_rc_nd_ucc%26tag%3Dhawk-future-20%26ascsubtag%3Dhawk-custom-tracking-20" data-link-merchant="Amazon US"">was $99 now $88.99 at Amazon
The best-selling Apple AirTag rarely gets discounted, but Amazon has the four-pack on sale for $89. That's the best deal you'll find and $14 more than the record-low price. A great way to keep track of a child's backpack, just attach the Apple AirTag to anything you don't want to want to lose, and your iPhone will locate it.

Apple AirPods Max:  $549.99 $449.99 at Amazon

Apple AirPods Max: <a href="https://target.georiot.com/Proxy.ashx?tsid=8428&GR_URL=https%3A%2F%2Famazon.com%2Fdp%2FB08PZHYWJS%2Fref%3Dfs_a_mdt2_us3%3Ftag%3Dhawk-future-20%26ascsubtag%3Dhawk-custom-tracking-20" data-link-merchant="Amazon US"">was $549.99 now $449.99 at Amazon
If you're looking for over-ear headphones, Amazon has Apple's luxurious AirPods Max down to $449.99 when you apply the additional $27 coupon at checkout. The ultra-comfortable over-ear headphones deliver impressive audio and feature active noise cancellation and up to 20 hours of battery life.

Back to school sales 2023: small appliances

Keurig K-Mini single-serve pod coffee machine: $109$59.99 at Amazon

Keurig K-Mini single-serve pod coffee machine: <a href="https://target.georiot.com/Proxy.ashx?tsid=8428&GR_URL=https%3A%2F%2Famazon.com%2FKeurig-K-Mini-Single-Serve-Coffee%2Fdp%2FB07GV2S1GS%2Fref%3Dsr_1_1%3Fcrid%3D1IV8N59F6GCMH%26tag%3Dhawk-future-20%26ascsubtag%3Dhawk-custom-tracking-20" data-link-merchant="Amazon US"">was $109 now $59.99 at Amazon
This Keurig K-Mini coffee maker is a great choice for college students thanks to its compact size and cheap price, especially now that it's on sale for $59.99 at Amazon. The coffee maker can brew a cup in just minutes and is less than five inches wide, so it's an easy fit for even the most cramped of kitchens.

Ninja AF080 Mini Air Fryer: $79.99 now $39.99 at Amazon

Ninja AF080 Mini Air Fryer: <a href="https://target.georiot.com/Proxy.ashx?tsid=8428&GR_URL=https%3A%2F%2Famazon.com%2FNinja-AF080-Capacity-Compact-Nonstick%2Fdp%2FB0B7CBQM87%3Fref_%3DOct_DLandingS_D_01cf9a23_72%26th%3D1%26tag%3Dhawk-future-20%26ascsubtag%3Dhawk-custom-tracking-20" data-link-merchant="Amazon US"">was $79.99 now $39.99 at Amazon
Amazon's back-to-school sales has the best-selling Ninja Mini air fryer on sale for a record-low price of $39.99, thanks to today's massive 50% discount. The two-quart air fryer has over 15,000 positive reviews on Amazon and features a compact design that is perfect for people working in a small space. 

Insignia 0.7 Cu. Ft. Compact Microwave: $79.99$49.99 at Best Buy

Insignia 0.7 Cu. Ft. Compact Microwave: <a href="https://shop-links.co/link?skuId=6315750&publisher_slug=future&exclusive=1&u1=hawk-custom-tracking&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.bestbuy.com%2Fsite%2Finsignia-0-7-cu-ft-compact-microwave-black%2F6315750.p%3FskuId%3D6315750&article_name=hawk-article-name&article_url=hawk-article-url" data-link-merchant="bestbuy.com"">was $79.99 now $49.99 at Best Buy
A microwave is a dorm-room essential, and Best Buy's back to school sale has this Insignia model on sale for just $49.99. Designed for small spaces, the microwave measures 17-inches wide and 12-inches deep and features up to 11 power levels for cooking a variety of foods

Ninja Professional Plus Blender DUO:$149.99  $119.99 at Best Buy

Ninja Professional Plus Blender DUO: <a href="https://shop-links.co/link?skuId=6448487&publisher_slug=future&exclusive=1&u1=hawk-custom-tracking&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.bestbuy.com%2Fsite%2Fninja-professional-plus-blender-duo-with-auto-iq-black-stainless-steel%2F6448487.p%3FskuId%3D6448487&article_name=hawk-article-name&article_url=hawk-article-url" data-link-merchant="bestbuy.com"">was $149.99 now $119.99 at Best Buy
If you're looking to whip up a healthy smoothie, Best Buy's back to school sale has the Ninja Professional Plus blender on sale for $119.99. You're getting a 72-ounce pitcher for larger batches, plus two single-serve cups with spout lids so you can make drinks on the go.

Back to school sales 2023: Apple devices

Apple AirTag 4 Pack: $99$88.99 at Amazon

Apple AirTag 4 Pack: <a href="https://target.georiot.com/Proxy.ashx?tsid=8428&GR_URL=https%3A%2F%2Famazon.com%2Fdp%2FB0932QJ2JZ%3Fref%3Dods_ucc_kindle_B0932QJ2JZ_rc_nd_ucc%26tag%3Dhawk-future-20%26ascsubtag%3Dhawk-custom-tracking-20" data-link-merchant="Amazon US"">was $99 now $88.99 at Amazon
The best-selling Apple AirTag rarely gets discounted, but Amazon has the four-pack on sale for $89. That's the best deal you'll find and $14 more than the record-low price. A great way to keep track of a child's backpack, just attach the Apple AirTag to anything you don't want to want to lose, and your iPhone will locate it.

Apple Watch SE (44mm, GPS), 2020: $279 $149 at Walmart

Apple Watch SE (44mm, GPS), 2020: <a href="https://goto.walmart.com/c/1943169/565706/9383?subId1=hawk-custom-tracking&sharedId=hawk&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.walmart.com%2Fip%2FApple-Watch-SE-1st-Gen-GPS-40mm-Space-Gray-Aluminum-Case-with-Midnight-Sport-Band-Regular%2F758438118" data-link-merchant="walmart.com"">was $279 now $149 at Walmart
If you're looking for an Apple Watch in today's back to school sales, Walmart has the still-fantastic Apple Watch SE on sale for just $149. Apple's budget smartwatch is a great choice for someone who just wants basic functions like activity tracking, calorie counting, and sleep tracking, plus the ability to see notifications, take calls, and reply to texts directly from your wrist.

Apple Watch 8 (GPS, 41mm):  $399$329 at Amazon

Apple Watch 8 (GPS, 41mm): <a href="https://target.georiot.com/Proxy.ashx?tsid=8428&GR_URL=https%3A%2F%2Famazon.com%2FApple-Watch-Midnight-Aluminum-Always%2Fdp%2FB0BDJBG74R%2Fref%3Dsr_1_1_sspa%3Fth%3D1%26tag%3Dhawk-future-20%26ascsubtag%3Dhawk-custom-tracking-20" data-link-merchant="Amazon US"">was $399 now $329 at Amazon
The <a href="https://www.techradar.com/reviews/apple-watch-8" data-link-merchant="techradar.com"" data-link-merchant="Amazon US"">Apple Watch 8 is one of the best smartwatches you can buy, thanks to its impressive display and new safety and health features, such as fall detection and Emergency SOS. Amazon has the best-selling smartwatch on sale for $329, which is the best deal you can find right now, and just $8 more than the record-low price.

Apple AirPods Pro 2: $249$199.99 at Amazon

Apple AirPods Pro 2: <a href="https://target.georiot.com/Proxy.ashx?tsid=8428&GR_URL=https%3A%2F%2Famazon.com%2FApple-Generation-Cancelling-Transparency-Personalized%2Fdp%2FB0BDHWDR12%2F%3F_encoding%3DUTF8%26tag%3Dhawk-future-20%26ascsubtag%3Dhawk-custom-tracking-20" data-link-merchant="Amazon US"">was $249 now $199.99 at Amazon
Apple's latest and greatest earbuds, the Apple AirPods Pro 2, are on sale for a record-low price of $199.99 at Amazon. Compared to the AirPods 2 and 3, the AirPods Pro 2 feature active noise cancellation, improved audio quality, and a wireless charging case that provides more than 24 hours of battery life.

Apple AirPods Max:  $549.99 $449.99 at Amazon

Apple AirPods Max: <a href="https://target.georiot.com/Proxy.ashx?tsid=8428&GR_URL=https%3A%2F%2Famazon.com%2Fdp%2FB08PZHYWJS%2Fref%3Dfs_a_mdt2_us3%3Ftag%3Dhawk-future-20%26ascsubtag%3Dhawk-custom-tracking-20" data-link-merchant="Amazon US"">was $549.99 now $449.99 at Amazon
If you're looking for over-ear headphones, Amazon has Apple's luxurious AirPods Max down to $449.99 when you apply the additional $27 coupon at checkout. The ultra-comfortable over-ear headphones deliver impressive audio and feature active noise cancellation and up to 20 hours of battery life.

Apple iPad 10.2 (2021): $329.99$269 at Amazon

Apple iPad 10.2 (2021): <a href="https://target.georiot.com/Proxy.ashx?tsid=8428&GR_URL=https%3A%2F%2Famazon.com%2F2021-Apple-10-2-inch-iPad-Wi-Fi%2Fdp%2FB09G9CJM1Z%3Ftag%3Dhawk-future-20%26ascsubtag%3Dhawk-custom-tracking-20" data-link-merchant="Amazon US"">was $329.99 now $269 at Amazon
Amazon has the 2023 Apple iPad on sale for $269 - $20 more than the record-low price. It may be slightly older tech, but the 10.2-inch Retina display and A13 Bionic chip ensure excellent picture quality and superior performance to this day. The entry-level tablet can do it all without issue, according to our <a href="https://www.techradar.com/reviews/new-ipad-102-2021" data-link-merchant="techradar.com"" data-link-merchant="Amazon US"">Apple iPad 10.2 review: whether that's browsing the net, streaming media, light work, or playing games.

Apple MacBook Air (M1):$999.99$749.99 at Amazon

Apple MacBook Air (M1): <a href="https://target.georiot.com/Proxy.ashx?tsid=8428&GR_URL=https%3A%2F%2Famazon.com%2FApple-MacBook-13-inch-256GB-Storage%2Fdp%2FB08N5LNQCX%3Ftag%3Dhawk-future-20%26ascsubtag%3Dhawk-custom-tracking-20" data-link-merchant="Amazon US"">was $999.99 now $749.99 at Amazon
The 2020 Apple MacBook Air with an M1 chip is older now, but it's still one of the best laptops ever made. With this deal, the device that we awarded 4.5 stars out of five in our <a href="https://www.techradar.com/reviews/apple-macbook-air-m12020" data-link-merchant="techradar.com"" data-link-merchant="Amazon US"">MacBook Air M1 review is down to its lowest-ever price at Amazon's back to school sale, beating the previous record by $50. Apple's premium device is fast, responsive, beautifully designed, and has a long-lasting battery life.

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

Apple MacBook Air (M2): <a href="https://shop-links.co/link?skuId=6509644&publisher_slug=future&exclusive=1&u1=hawk-custom-tracking&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.bestbuy.com%2Fsite%2Fmacbook-air-13-6-laptop-apple-m2-chip-8gb-memory-256gb-ssd-space-gray%2F6509644.p%3FskuId%3D6509644&article_name=hawk-article-name&article_url=hawk-article-url" data-link-merchant="bestbuy.com"">was $1,099 now $949 at Best Buy
If you're looking for an affordable MacBook, Best Buy's back to school sale has slashed the price of the 2022 M2 MacBook Air down to $949 — the lowest price it's ever been. This 13-inch laptop delivers excellent performance thanks to Apple's M2 Chip and includes an ultra-thin design and an impressive battery life.

MacBook Pro 13-inch (M2, 2022): $1,299$1,099 at Amazon

MacBook Pro 13-inch (M2, 2022): <a href="https://target.georiot.com/Proxy.ashx?tsid=8428&GR_URL=https%3A%2F%2Famazon.com%2Fdp%2FB0B3C57XLR%3Ftag%3Dhawk-future-20%26ascsubtag%3Dhawk-custom-tracking-20" data-link-merchant="Amazon US"">was $1,299 now $1,099 at Amazon
There's still a chance to get the latest 13-inch MacBook Pro with the powerful M2 chip for its lowest price ever. It was a tough sell at full ask, but this discount makes it much better value for money. In our <a href="https://www.techradar.com/reviews/apple-macbook-pro-13-inch-m2-2022" data-link-merchant="techradar.com"" data-link-merchant="Amazon US"">MacBook Pro 13-inch M2 review, we loved this premium Apple laptop for its high performance in creative tasks such as photo and video editing, as well as the impressive battery life of around 15 hours, even though it wasn't a revolutionary upgrade from the previous model.

Back to school sales 2023: printers and laptops

HP ENVY 6065e Wireless All-in-One Inkjet Printer: $129.99 $69.99 at Best Buy

HP ENVY 6065e Wireless All-in-One Inkjet Printer: <a href="https://shop-links.co/link?skuId=6540778&publisher_slug=future&exclusive=1&u1=hawk-custom-tracking&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.bestbuy.com%2Fsite%2Fhp-envy-6065e-wireless-all-in-one-inkjet-printer-with-3-months-of-instant-ink-included-with-hp-%2F6540778.p%3FskuId%3D6540778&article_name=hawk-article-name&article_url=hawk-article-url" data-link-merchant="bestbuy.com"">was $129.99 now $69.99 at Best Buy
A great option if you're looking for a budget printer, Best Buy has this HP Envy wireless printer on sale for just $69.99. The HP Envy can print, scan and copy, including automatic 2-sided printing, and includes three months of free ink when you activate HP Plus.

Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 Lite: $349.99 $244.99 at Best Buy

Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 Lite: <a href="https://shop-links.co/link?skuId=6506325&publisher_slug=future&exclusive=1&u1=hawk-custom-tracking&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.bestbuy.com%2Fsite%2Fsamsung-galaxy-tab-s6-lite-2022-10-4-64gb-wi-fi-oxford-gray%2F6506325.p%3FskuId%3D6506325&article_name=hawk-article-name&article_url=hawk-article-url" data-link-merchant="bestbuy.com"">was $349.99 now $244.99 at Best Buy
Best Buy's back to school sale has a $100+ discount on the Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 Lite, bringing the price down to $244.99. Compared to the Apple iPad, this is a great price for a tablet that provides plenty of power for browsing, streaming, doodling, and gaming.

HP Chromebook 15: $399$179 at Best Buy

HP Chromebook 15: <a href="https://shop-links.co/link?skuId=6535992&publisher_slug=future&exclusive=1&u1=hawk-custom-tracking&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.bestbuy.com%2Fsite%2Fhp-15-6-chromebook-intel-processor-n200-8gb-memory-64gb-emmc-natural-silver%2F6535992.p%3FskuId%3D6535992&article_name=hawk-article-name&article_url=hawk-article-url" data-link-merchant="bestbuy.com"">was $399 now $179 at Best Buy
This basic budget HP Chromebook 15 is down to a terrific low price if you need a device for light use, such as general browsing and schoolwork. It offers a 15.6-inch display, impressive battery life, and decent performance thanks to the Chrome OS – all for under $200. A bargain for students and those with basic needs.

Dell Inspiron 15: $479.99 $299.99 at Dell

Dell Inspiron 15: <a href="https://www.anrdoezrs.net/click-6361382-12578053?sid=hawk-custom-tracking&url=https://www.dell.com/en-us/shop/dell-laptops/inspiron-15-laptop/spd/inspiron-15-3520-laptop/nbnn3520glfwh?dbp=1" data-link-merchant="dell.com"">was $479.99 now $299.99 at Dell
Dell's latest back to school sale features some terrific laptop deals, such as this affordable mid-range Inspiron 15. With an Intel i3 processor, 8GB of RAM, and a large 512GB SSD, it's excellent value for money if you need a straightforward device for your everyday computing needs and light work. It's a limited-time offer, though, so best snap it up quickly.

Dell Inspiron 14: $799.99$519.99 at Dell

Dell Inspiron 14: <a href="https://www.anrdoezrs.net/click-6361382-12578053?sid=hawk-custom-tracking&url=https://www.dell.com/en-us/shop/dell-laptops/inspiron-14-laptop/spd/inspiron-14-5425-laptop/nn5425fjngs" data-link-merchant="dell.com"">was $799.99 now $519.99 at Dell
Another entry for Dell this week with another laptop deal from its back to school sale. This Inspiron 14 is a powerful all-around device with high-end components, including an AMD Ryzen 7 processor, 16GB of RAM, and a 512GB SSD. These give you the power to blast through all your computing tasks and multitask with ease. At 14 inches, it's a nice portable size, too, while you should appreciate handy features such as the backlit keyboard and the latest Wifi technology for more reliable connections.

Dell XPS 13 laptop: $1,099 now $899 at Dell

Dell XPS 13 laptop: <a href="https://www.anrdoezrs.net/click-6361382-12578053?sid=hawk-custom-tracking&url=https://www.dell.com/en-us/shop/dell-laptops/xps-13-laptop/spd/xps-13-9315-laptop/xn9315fqrxs" data-link-merchant="dell.com"">was $1,099 now $899 at Dell
For those students requiring serious performance from a Windows laptop, my top pick is this Dell XPS 13. This particular configuration also features a potent combination of a Core i7 processor, 16GB of RAM, and a 512GB SSD, giving it plenty of power for all but the most intensive of applications. While pricey, this one is a good investment because it'll easily see you through three years of college and even beyond.

HP ENVY 2-in-1 14-inch Touch-Screen Laptop: was $1,079.99 now $779.99 at Best Buy

HP ENVY 2-in-1 14-inch Touch-Screen Laptop: <a href="https://shop-links.co/link?skuId=6535747&publisher_slug=future&exclusive=1&u1=hawk-custom-tracking&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.bestbuy.com%2Fsite%2Fhp-envy-2-in-1-14-full-hd-touch-screen-laptop-intel-core-i7-16gb-memory-1tb-ssd-natural-silver%2F6535747.p%3FskuId%3D6535747&article_name=hawk-article-name&article_url=hawk-article-url" data-link-merchant="bestbuy.com"">was $1,079.99 now $779.99 at Best Buy
Best Buy's back to school sale has a $300 discount on the versatile 14-inch HP Envy laptop, which is the best deal you can find right now. The powerful touch-screen laptop features a flexible 360-degree hinge and packs 16GB of RAM, 1TB SSD, and a 13th Generation Intel Core i7 processor.

Apple MacBook Air (M1):$999.99$749.99 at Amazon

Apple MacBook Air (M1): <a href="https://target.georiot.com/Proxy.ashx?tsid=8428&GR_URL=https%3A%2F%2Famazon.com%2FApple-MacBook-13-inch-256GB-Storage%2Fdp%2FB08N5LNQCX%3Ftag%3Dhawk-future-20%26ascsubtag%3Dhawk-custom-tracking-20" data-link-merchant="Amazon US"">was $999.99 now $749.99 at Amazon
The 2020 Apple MacBook Air with an M1 chip is older now, but it's still one of the best laptops ever made. With this deal, the device that we awarded 4.5 stars out of five in our <a href="https://www.techradar.com/reviews/apple-macbook-air-m12020" data-link-merchant="techradar.com"" data-link-merchant="Amazon US"">MacBook Air M1 review is down to its lowest-ever price at Amazon's back to school sale, beating the previous record by $50. Apple's premium device is fast, responsive, beautifully designed, and has a long-lasting battery life.

MacBook Pro 13-inch (M2, 2022): $1,299$1,099 at Amazon

MacBook Pro 13-inch (M2, 2022): <a href="https://target.georiot.com/Proxy.ashx?tsid=8428&GR_URL=https%3A%2F%2Famazon.com%2Fdp%2FB0B3C57XLR%3Ftag%3Dhawk-future-20%26ascsubtag%3Dhawk-custom-tracking-20" data-link-merchant="Amazon US"">was $1,299 now $1,099 at Amazon
There's still a chance to get the latest 13-inch MacBook Pro with the powerful M2 chip for its lowest price ever. It was a tough sell at full ask, but this discount makes it much better value for money. In our <a href="https://www.techradar.com/reviews/apple-macbook-pro-13-inch-m2-2022" data-link-merchant="techradar.com"" data-link-merchant="Amazon US"">MacBook Pro 13-inch M2 review, we loved this premium Apple laptop for its high performance in creative tasks such as photo and video editing, as well as the impressive battery life of around 15 hours, even though it wasn't a revolutionary upgrade from the previous model.

Back to school sales 2023: TVs

Amazon Fire TV 32-inch 2-Series HD smart TV (2023): $199.99 $129.99 at Amazon

Amazon Fire TV 32-inch 2-Series HD smart TV (2023): <a href="https://target.georiot.com/Proxy.ashx?tsid=8428&GR_URL=https%3A%2F%2Famazon.com%2Fintroducing-amazon-fire-tv-32-inch-2-series-hd-smart-tv%2Fdp%2FB09N6F9NV3%3Ftag%3Dhawk-future-20%26ascsubtag%3Dhawk-custom-tracking-20" data-link-merchant="Amazon US"">was $199.99 now $129.99 at Amazon
Our cheapest TV deal is this 32-inch Amazon Fire TV on sale for just $129.99 - the lowest price we've ever seen. While the Amazon 2-Series TV lacks 4K resolution, you're getting smart capabilities with the Fire TV experience and Amazon Alexa on board for hands-free control.

Insignia 43-inch F30 Series HD 4K Smart Fire TV (2021): $299.99 now $199.99 at Best Buy

Insignia 43-inch F30 Series HD 4K Smart Fire TV (2021): <a href="https://shop-links.co/link?skuId=6448758&publisher_slug=future&exclusive=1&u1=hawk-custom-tracking&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.bestbuy.com%2Fsite%2Finsignia-43-class-f30-series-led-4k-uhd-smart-fire-tv%2F6448758.p%3FskuId%3D6448758&article_name=hawk-article-name&article_url=hawk-article-url" data-link-merchant="bestbuy.com"" target="_blank">was $299.99 now $199.99 at Best Buy
This is a great deal on a smaller display if you're looking to add a budget TV to your college dorm. The best-selling Insignia 43-inch TV features 4K HD resolution, smart capabilities with the Fire operating system, and a voice remote with hands-free Alexa, so you can use your voice to control your TV.

Toshiba 50-inch C350 Series 4K UHD Smart Fire TV (2023): $379.99 $269.99 at Best Buy

Toshiba 50-inch C350 Series 4K UHD Smart Fire TV (2023): <a href="https://shop-links.co/link?skuId=6525243&publisher_slug=future&exclusive=1&u1=hawk-custom-tracking&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.bestbuy.com%2Fsite%2Ftoshiba-50-class-c350-series-led-4k-uhd-smart-fire-tv%2F6525243.p%3FskuId%3D6525243&article_name=hawk-article-name&article_url=hawk-article-url" data-link-merchant="bestbuy.com"">was $379.99 now $269.99 at Best Buy
If you're looking for a bigger display, Best Buy has this 50-inch 4K smart TV from Toshiba down to just $2469.99 - $20 more than the record-low price. The 2023 display packs Dolby Vision HDR and HDR10+, hands-free control with Amazon Alexa, and a bezel-less design, giving you a more viewable screen area.

TCL 50-inch S4 S-Class 4K UHD HDR LED Smart TV: $349.99 $279.99 at Best Buy

TCL 50-inch S4 S-Class 4K UHD HDR LED Smart TV: <a href="https://shop-links.co/link?skuId=6538120&publisher_slug=future&exclusive=1&u1=hawk-custom-tracking&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.bestbuy.com%2Fsite%2Ftcl-50-class-s4-s-class-4k-uhd-hdr-led-smart-tv-with-google-tv%2F6538120.p%3FskuId%3D6538120&article_name=hawk-article-name&article_url=hawk-article-url" data-link-merchant="bestbuy.com"">was $349.99 now $279.99 at Best Buy
Another mid-size budget TV from Best Buy's back to school sale is the TCL S4 50-inch 4K smart TV on sale for just $279.99. You're getting 4K Ultra HD Resolution, Dolby Vision, HDR10, DTS Virtual: X, and the Google TV Smart operating system - all for under $300.

Back to school sales 2023: FAQs

When do back to school sales start?

Back to school sales are unique from other big retail events in the way they're generally not unified around a single date. Generally speaking, they run from mid to late July, through August and up until mid-September. Compared to something like Black Friday deals or the Amazon Prime Day sale, that's a really, really long time period. 

Throughout this time, you can expect back to school themed sales to pop up with fair regularity at most of the big retailers. It's likely they'll keep the back to school branding absent from their sites until late August, but you'll generally see great sales on things like backpacks and laptops throughout the summer months.

Who has the best back to school sales?

Due to its vast inventory and its excellent range of daily deals, Amazon is probably the best overall retailer for back to school sales. It's a great place for everything from cheap Chromebooks to backpacks, and you can order them all at the same time, which is a plus. 

For tech deals, Best Buy, Walmart, HP, and Dell are all fantastic options if you're looking for something computing-related. The former two, in particular, always feature super-cheap laptops and TVs - perfect if you're a student looking to furnish your dorm. 

Lastly, in the past few years, Apple has run its own back to school themed promotions - one of the rare times the retailer actually offers deals throughout the year. Apple's products can be pricey, and you'll have to prove you're a student, but you often get some of the biggest savings of the year here - as well as some freebies included with your purchase.

You can see more of today's best laptop deals and the best cheap tablet deals.

Mackenzie Frazier

Mackenzie Frazier is the deals editor in the US for TechRadar at Future plc. She's been sharing deal advice for Future for the past three years and loves to find products that the consumer wants at the best possible price. She's had eight years of experience working in the e-commerce space and loves being a mom to her baby boy.