Get ready for the death of Windows 10 with these great Prime Day MacBook and Chromebook deals

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With support for Windows 10 coming to an end on October 14, 2025, now is the perfect time to start planning what your next move will be thanks to some great Prime Day laptop deals.

For many people, getting a new Windows 11 laptop will be the obvious choice (and one that Microsoft, the company behind Windows, would want you to take). Thanks to cloud syncing tools, like the integrated OneDrive service, switching from a Windows 10 device to Windows 11 is very easy.

And, while there have been some changes to how the operating system looks and works (some of which are quite controversial), Windows 11 will feel very familiar to anyone who has used Windows 10.

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However, you might also use the upcoming death of Windows 10 to make a bigger change, and take the opportunity to switch from Windows to another operating system when buying new hardware (or you could switch to Linux if you want to continue to use your older devices).

So, if you're getting sick of Windows, or you've been put off by Microsoft's heavy-handed attempts to get you to move to Windows 11 or its recent mass layoffs at Xbox, then these Prime Day MacBook and Chromebook deals can help you switch.

Below, I've rounded up the best deals I've seen in both the US and UK during this year's Prime Day sales event, and if you want more buying advice, make sure you check out our guides on the best laptops, best MacBooks and best Chromebooks as well.

The best Prime Day Chromebook deals in the US

Lenovo IdeaPad 3i Chromebook
Lenovo IdeaPad 3i Chromebook: was $249 now $149 at Best Buy

Display - 14 inches
Processor - Intel Celeron
RAM - 4GB
Storage - 64GB

This Lenovo IdeaPad 3i Chromebook is a basic device, but it's cheap, making it a great buy for light use such as general browsing and schoolwork. It also boasts full-day battery life thanks to the lean but perfectly functional Chrome OS from Google, meaning it's best suited for students or those always on the move. If you have around $150 to spend and need a cheap laptop, then you won't find a better option right now.

Asus Asus Chromebook CM14
Asus Asus Chromebook CM14: was $279 now $162.97 at Amazon

Display - 14 inches
Processor - MediaTek Helio
RAM - 4GB
Storage - 64GB

Thanks to a massive 42% price cut, this fantastic Chromebook is now better value than ever, and it's a great cheap choice for people looking to switch from Windows. It's also a great example of how Chromebooks can offer very good performance on cheaper hardware, something that Windows 11 still struggles with, making it a good choice for people looking to buy their first Chromebook.

Acer  Chromebook Plus 514
Acer Chromebook Plus 514: was $399.99 now $322.88 at Amazon

Display - 14 inches
Processor
- AMD Ryzen 3 7320C
RAM - 8GB
Storage - 128GB

This Chromebook was designed with Google AI's newest innovations in mind so you can take full advantage of them. You also get 2TB of cloud storage for 12 months, courtesy of Google. You can work, complete everyday tasks, and game thanks to the AMD Ryzen 3 7320C processor. All of that, tough security characteristics for ChromeOS, and up to twelve hours of battery power, so it'll last for a full workday or a long journey.

HP Chromebook 14
HP Chromebook 14: was $309.99 now $188 at Amazon

Display: 14-inches
Processor
- Intel Celeron N4020
RAM - 4GB
Storage - 32GB

This sleek Chromebook is a more budget-friendly option that we'd recommend for a variety of activities, including everyday use, work, or school. It can handle streaming content in 4K and casual gaming thanks to its Intel UHD Graphics 600. You also get up to thirteen and a half hours of battery life, and that's boosted by HP Fast Charge tech, which charges the laptop from 0% to 50% in just 45 minutes.

HP Chromebook x360
HP Chromebook x360: was $359.99 now $279.95 at Amazon

Display: 14-inches
Processor
- Intel Pentium Silver N5000
RAM - 4GB
Storage - 64GB

This model will enable you to comfortably work from home and enjoy streaming media thanks to its Intel Pentium Silver N5000 processor coupled with Intel UHD Graphics. It also has a pretty decent battery life of up to twelve hours and fifteen minutes and it's protected by HP’s 1-Year Limited Hardware Warranty.

The best Prime Day MacBook deals in the US

Apple MacBook Air (M2, 2022)
Apple MacBook Air (M2, 2022): was $799 now $699 at Best Buy

Head to Best Buy for $100 off the 13-inch M2 MacBook Air. This was the first MacBook Air in the lineup to receive a facelift, including new colorways, a larger screen, and excellent battery life thanks to the efficiency of the M2 chip. It's an absolute powerhouse when it comes to productivity, and with that beautiful Liquid Retina display front and center, there's little this laptop doesn't excel at.

Apple MacBook Air 13-inch (2025)
Apple MacBook Air 13-inch (2025): was $999 now $849 at Amazon

Display - 13.6 inches
Processor - Apple M4
RAM - 16GB
Storage - 256GB

The MacBook Air 13-inch (M4) is the newest version of Apple's popular laptop and it's now down to a great price at Best Buy. You get a great-looking 13.6-inch Liquid Retina display, while the boost to 16GB of RAM keeps all your programs running smoothly. It's just a shame Apple still insists on only 256GB of storage as standard, which feels a little miserly in 2025 (see the deal below if you want a bigger SSD). Nevertheless, this is still one of the best laptops you can buy if you need a performance powerhouse for productivity and creative tasks – especially after this $150 discount.

Apple MacBook Air 15-inch (M3, 2024)
Apple MacBook Air 15-inch (M3, 2024): was $1,099 now $899 at Best Buy

Display - 15 inches
Processor - Apple M3
RAM - 16GB
Storage - 256GB

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 its lowest-ever price at Best Buy. 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, this is still an impressive laptop that was awarded a full five stars - though it's worth noting this model comes with the slightly older M3 chip, rather than the latest M4 one.

Apple MacBook Air 13-inch (2025)
Apple MacBook Air 13-inch (2025): was $1,199 now $1,049 at Amazon

Processor: Apple M4
RAM:
16GB
Storage:
512GB

If you're looking for a powerful MacBook, here's a $150 discount on the upgraded 512GB MacBook Air, which brings the price down to a record low. We're not a huge fan of the massive surcharge Apple wants for a storage upgrade, but this is likely to be the lowest price we'll see for a while on this configuration.

Apple MacBook Pro (M4 Pro, 2024)
Save 10%
Apple MacBook Pro (M4 Pro, 2024): was $2,499 now $2,249 at Amazon

The Apple MacBook Pro (M4 Pro) is the answer for many who are out for high performance in work productivity and gaming. It provides more than enough power to storm through intensive tasks, thanks to its 14-core CPU and a 20-core GPU, for productivity.

The best Prime Day Chromebook deals in the UK

Acer Chromebook Plus 515
Acer Chromebook Plus 515: was £399.99 now £270 at Amazon

Display - 15.6 inches
Processor -
Intel Core i3
RAM -
8GB
Storage -
256GB

The Acer Chromebook Plus 515 is a great productivity machine in its own right, with specs tailor-made for work, and a surprisingly balanced laptop that can handle light editing and even native gaming. Our review of the laptop scored an impressive four stars, highlighting its impressive level of multitasking alongside a lovely display and great sound quality.

Asus Chromebook Plus CX34
Asus Chromebook Plus CX34: was £399.99 now £237 at Amazon

Display - 14 inches
Processor -
Intel Core i3
RAM -
8GB
Storage -
128GB

At a seriously impressive £150 discount, this is the Chromebook Plus to buy this Prime Day. The Asus CX34 packs an Intel Core CPU, 8GB of memory, and a 256GB SSD, placing it at the higher end of the Chromebook market when it comes to specs - and it's Google AI-ready, too.

HP Chromebook Plus 14
HP Chromebook Plus 14: was £429.99 now £246.99 at Amazon

Display - 14 inches
Processor -
Intel Core i3
RAM -
8GB
Storage -
256GB

This Chromebook comes with some pretty high specs for a Chrome OS-powered laptop, with 8GB of RAM, an Intel Core i3 processor and 256GB of storage, and that means performance is particularly smooth with this machine. Best of all, with a huge 43% discount for Prime Day, this Chromebook is now the same price as much weaker models, making this a Prime Day deal you won't want to miss.

The best Prime Day MacBook deals in the UK

Apple MacBook Air 13-inch M4
Save 15%
Apple MacBook Air 13-inch M4: was £999 now £849 at Amazon

Display - 13 inches
Processor -
Apple M4
RAM -
16GB
Storage -
256GB

Apple's latest MacBook Air 13-inch model has got a pleasantly surprising early price cut for Prime Day. With the M4 chip, multitasking and heavy-duty tasks won't be much of an issue, and at its sale price, it's an absolute no-brainer for Windows users looking to switch to macOS.

Apple MacBook Air 15-inch M4
Save 14%
Apple MacBook Air 15-inch M4: was £1,399 now £1,207 at Amazon

Display - 15 inches
Processor -
Apple M4
RAM -
16GB
Storage -
256GB

Powered by the M4 chip, the Apple MacBook Air 15-inch provides just about everything you need for your daily activities. Whether you're working on multiple tasks simultaneously or simply enjoying your favourite content, there's more than enough here to warrant its price, and the £1,207 sale makes a purchase much more tempting.

Apple MacBook Pro 16-inch (M4 Pro, 2024)
Save 12%
Apple MacBook Pro 16-inch (M4 Pro, 2024): was £2,499 now £2,199.97 at Amazon

Display - 16 inches
Processor -
Apple M4 Pro
RAM -
24GB
Storage -
512GB

If you're a power user looking to switch from Windows, then the MacBook Pro (M4 Pro, 2024), with a 14-core CPU and 20-core GPU, will be able to handle pretty much any intensive task you throw at it. With 24GB of unified memory, you can even enjoy a wide range of games and prepare for more titles coming to Apple's growing game library.

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Matt Hanson
Managing Editor, Core Tech

Matt is TechRadar's Managing Editor for Core Tech, looking after computing and mobile technology. Having written for a number of publications such as PC Plus, PC Format, T3 and Linux Format, there's no aspect of technology that Matt isn't passionate about, especially computing and PC gaming. He’s personally reviewed and used most of the laptops in our best laptops guide - and since joining TechRadar in 2014, he's reviewed over 250 laptops and computing accessories personally.

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