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Best laptop deals 2026
Which? computing experts have picked out the best laptop deals available now, from budget buys to top-of-the-range models, on brands such as Acer, Samsung and even Apple MacBooks
Discover our expert pick of the best laptop deals – these are all models that performed well in our independent lab tests. You can use our recommendations to quickly choose the right laptop, knowing you've got a good deal.
When you're browsing, not every offer on a laptop is as attractive as it might first appear. Read on for our selection of genuine laptop deals on models that score well in our tests and are on sale at a good price. We've found some significant savings – recently, we've even come across excellent deals offering £200 off some of the latest Apple MacBooks.
For more tips to help you shop smart, take a look at our guide to the best laptops 2026.
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Best laptop deals 2026
We've highlighted a top-pick laptop deal below. Keep scrolling to see the rest of our favourite laptop deals.
Our pick: HP OmniBook 5 14" Next Gen AI Laptop
Average price in the past six months: £842 Cheapest price in the past six months: £600*
Snapdragon X-X126100 processor
16GB Ram
512GB SSD storage
We like: Slim and light
We don't like: No HDMI or SD card slot
This Omnibook is one of HP's higher-end laptops. It has a 14-inch 2K OLED display and, at 1.3kg and only 17mm high with the lid closed, is very portable for a model of this size.
It's powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon X AI-compatible processor, 16GB Ram and 512GB solid-state drive (SSD). That’s an impressive setup for a home computer.
It’s worth noting that the Snapdragon CPU is ARM-based, similar to the chips found in phones and Macs. Laptops with ARM processors are gaining popularity due to their impressive performance and power efficiency. But ARM devices can occasionally run into compatibility issues with software and hardware designed for traditional Windows computers.
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Laptop deals under £500
Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3 Chromebook
Average price in the past six months: £230 Cheapest price in the past six months: £159*
We like: Thin and light
We don't like: Limited memory and storage
MediaTek Kompanio 520 processor
4GB Ram
128GB eMMc storage
This laptop has been available for less, but with the cost of computers rising (thanks to AI demand), it is worth considering for anyone on a very tight budget.
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3 is a 14-inch Chromebook that could be ideal for anybody who wants a low-cost laptop for basic tasks such as editing documents and sending a few emails. It used to be even cheaper, but with laptop prices currently rising (especially with the ongoing Ram shortage), not many laptops are priced this low.
It weighs 1.3kg, which is lighter than most 14-inch laptops, making it easy to carry around in a backpack. Its MediaTek Kompanio 520 processor is more akin to what you’d find in a mid-range smartphone than in a laptop, so it won’t be the fastest.
Chromebooks are geared towards people who store their files in online cloud storage. If you don't want to work this way, consider whether the small-capacity 128GB SSD will be a deal-breaker for you. Also, not all software can run on ChromeOS, so check that any essential applications you use are compatible.
Average price in the past six months: £298 Cheapest price in the past six months: £236*
Qualcomm Snapdragon 7C processor
8GB Ram
128GB SSD storage
We like: Small and lightweight
We don't like: Feels a bit flimsy
This very compact laptop has a 10.9-inch display and weighs less than 1kg, making it ideal for anyone who needs a lightweight device they can take anywhere. It has been cheaper in the past, but it remains a cheap buy for anyone on a tight budget.
Interestingly, it has a detachable keyboard and a touchscreen, making it a two-in-one device that you can also use like a tablet. It includes a stylus you can use when in tablet mode. Under the bonnet, there’s an eight-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 7C processor, 8GB of memory and a 128GB storage drive.
It has a minimal selection of connections – there are two USB-C ports (one of which is used to connect to the power supply when charging) and that’s it. However, you do get a USB-C-to-3.5mm adaptor, so you can plug in headphones. Wi-fi and Bluetooth are both supported.
Average price in the past six months: £566 Cheapest price in the past six months: £399*
MediaTek Kompanio Ultra 910 processor
12GB Ram
128GB SSD storage
We like: Lightweight
We don't like: Flimsy build quality
The Lenovo Chromebook Plus (14”) (83MY0005UK) is more affordably priced than most Windows laptops with similar specs, which makes it an enticing 14-inch option for anybody whose online life exists mainly in the cloud and revolves around the Google Suite ecosystem.
It features an octa-core MediaTek Kompanio Ultra 910 processor, 12GB of Ram and a 128GB storage drive, 99.2GB of which is free for personal storage. It also has a powerful dedicated neural processing unit (NPU) that powers the Google Gemini AI tool. That means it can perform certain types of AI-enhanced tasks – such as generating images or helping you write text – without needing another online AI service.
If you tend to hook your laptop up to an external monitor, however, you’ll need to buy an adaptor as there’s no HDMI output. It supports WiFi 7 – the fastest wi-fi standard currently available.
Average price in the past six months: £613 Cheapest price in the past six months: £399*
Snapdragon X processor
16GB Ram
256GB SSD storage
We like: Powerful processor
We don't like: Low storage on base spec
This 15.6-inch Windows laptop weighs just 1.5kg, meaning it’s more portable than most other laptops of this size.
Coupled with 16GB of Ram, the Samsung X processor should provide plenty of power for tackling even the most arduous tasks. It's a Copilot+ PC and can run AI workloads locally, without the need for an online AI service.
The processor is Arm-based, rather than an Intel or AMD chip. ARM-based processors can occasionally run into compatibility issues with software and older peripherals, such as printers, so check whether your devices are compatible before you buy. The basic level of SSD storage is rather stingy.
The deal above is for a laptop with an ARM-based processor. If you want to avoid potential compatibility issues with older or specialised devices and software, you might prefer the Intel-based Samsung Galaxy Books below, which are also discounted right now.
Average price in the past six months: £553 Cheapest price in the past six months: £450*
Snapdragon X processor (X-X126100)
16GB Ram
512GB SSD
We like: Onboard AI
We don't like: Touchpad isn't the best
Asus claims that this mid-range 16-inch Vivobook 16 (X1607QA) is ‘more intelligent, more productive, more secure’. Considering the price, this laptop has an impressive array of features and specifications, including a rapid Snapdragon X-X126100 processor.
It also has a powerful dedicated neural processing unit (NPU), which qualifies it as a Copilot+ PC. This means it can perform certain types of AI-enhanced tasks without needing an online AI service. Weighing 1.9kg, it’s designed to be used primarily on a desk because that's a substantial weight to carry around in a bag.
That Snapdragon X processor is ARM-based, so you should check that the manufacturers of any peripherals (such as printers) or software you use offer drivers that support ARM-based processors on Windows.
Average price in the past six months: £620 Cheapest price in the past six months: £420*
AMD Ryzen 5 220 processor
16GB Ram
512GB SSD storage
We like: Capable Copilot+ processor
We don't like: On the heavier side for a 14-inch model
The Asus 14-inch Vivobook S14 (M3407HA) looks, on paper, like a good all-round home laptop. It has an AMD Ryzen 5 220 processor, 16GB of Ram and 512GB of storage – all suggesting a machine that should cope with most home office tasks. Plus, there's a battery that the manufacturer says will last for 20 hours.
Although Asus claims this laptop weighs 1.4kg, it tipped our scales at 1.54kg, which is on the heavier side for a 14-inch model (very portable 'ultrabooks' are usually less than 1.5kg). It includes two full-sized USB ports, two smaller USB-Cs, an HDMI output and a 3.5mm headphone jack.
Average price in the past six months: £826 Cheapest price in the past six months: £530*
Intel Core Ultra 5 225U processor
8GB Ram
256GB SSD storage
We like: Keyboard and touchpad are nice to use
We don't like: Gets warm under the keyboard when you put it through its paces
This large 15.6-inch Windows 11 Samsung laptop doesn’t have the same top-level specs as its Book5 Pro model, but it still has enough to cope with an array of everyday home computing tasks.
Its powerful dedicated neural processing unit (NPU) qualifies it as a CoPilot+ PC. So it can perform certain types of AI-enhanced tasks – such as generating images for you or helping you write text – without needing an online AI service.
Compared with many laptops these days, it’s surprisingly well equipped in the port department. There are two USB-Cs, two full-sized USBs, an HDMI, 3.5mm headphones socket, micro-SD card slot and even an ethernet port in case you want a wired internet connection.
Average price in the past six months: £749 Cheapest price in the past six months: £968*
AMD Ryzen AI 340 processor
16GB Ram
1TB SSD storage
We like: Robust build quality
We don't like: Narrow viewing angle
The Asus 14-inch Zenbook 14 OLED could be just what you need if you’re after a Windows 11 laptop with a 14-inch screen. It has a six-core AMD Ryzen processor, 16GB of Ram and a 1TB solid-state drive.
It’s slim and light, weighing just over 1.2kg, so it’s well-suited to anyone who needs a portable PC.
You can connect peripherals to the single USB-A port or one of the computer’s two USB-C ports (which are also used to connect to the mains and charge the battery). There’s also an HDMI output (which enables you to connect a second display or a TV), a 3.5mm headphone socket, wi-fi (up to WiFi 6E speeds) and Bluetooth. There’s no built-in memory-card slot, however.
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Apple has just raised its prices, so be sure to grab these MacBook deals quickly before the price increase filters through to the retailers.
Apple MacBook Neo
Average price in the past six months: £597 Cheapest price in the past six months: £550 Typical price at Apple.com: £699
Apple A18 Pro processor
16GB Ram
512GB storage
We like: Well-priced for a MacBook
We don’t like: Very limited ports
The MacBook Neo is Apple's groundbreaking new laptop. Usually, you'd pay a premium for an Apple MacBook, but the Neo is pitched at a mid-range price. Available to buy since March for £599, Apple's recent price rises mean the RRP is now £699, so the retailer prices are only likely to go up.
It has an A18 Pro processor (first used in the iPhone 16 Pro), a 13-inch screen and a premium aluminium chassis. It only has two USB-C ports (get an adaptor if you want more) and lacks the backlit keyboard of other MacBooks, but that may not bother you.
Eager to find out if Apple's keenly priced laptop is right for you? Read our full MacBook Neo review.
Apple 13-inch MacBook Air M5
Average price in the past six months:£1,067 Cheapest price in the past six months: £989* Typical price at Apple.com: £1,299
Apple M5 processor
16GB Ram
512GB storage
We like: Gorgeous display
We don’t like: Still lacking in ports
Even though the MacBook Neo is now on the scene, for those who want a true high-end Apple laptop with a flagship-level chipset, the new MacBook Air M5 is easily the go-to option right now.
It also has double the base storage and Ram of the Neo. Throw in a vibrant display that's also great for entertainment, and there's a lot to like about Apple's new MacBook Air.
If you're happy to go with an older model, the 13-inch MacBook Air M4 is also available at a reduced price now. SQUIRREL_TEXT_50021631
Apple 14-inch MacBook Pro M5
Average price in the past six months: £1,523 Cheapest price in the past six months: £1,279* Typical price at Apple.com: £1,999
Apple M5 processor
16GB Ram
512GB storage
We like: Lightning-fast processor
We don’t like: No full-sized USB ports or face scanner
This 14-inch Apple laptop was released in October and is getting a good discount for the first time. But do buy quickly if you want the Pro, as the MacBook Pros got the steepest MacBook RRP price increase in the Apple price rises announced in late June.
It weighs 1.54kg, which is heavy for a 14-inch laptop, but it's due in part to its all-aluminium body and glass screen. Plus, you get that powerful Apple M5 processor.
There are three USB-C ports (super-high-speed Thunderbolt 4 data-transfer format), an HDMI port, a micro-SD card reader and a 3.5mm headphone/microphone jack. It also has a MagSafe 3 charging port and a fingerprint reader for swift, secure login.
Definitely want a MacBook? Pick the right model for your needs and budget with our guide to the best MacBooks.
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How to spot a good deal on a laptop
Oliver Trebilcock, Which? laptops expert, says:
It seems like many laptops are on discount most of the time, so it can be really hard to spot a genuinely great deal. In addition to the handpicked deals featured above, you can do your own research to find fantastic discounts.
I'd recommend making a shortlist of laptops based on our Which? laptop reviews, then check the prices every now and again to get a feel of how the price cycle operates over a set sales period.
In each review, we list the best retailer deals we can find. Once a laptop is advertised at a discount during a deal season, it's unlikely to get any cheaper at that retailer, so you can be confident you've got the best price you'll find for a few months.
Deals that get me excited:
£200 or more off Microsoft Surface and Samsung
£200 or more off Apple (rare)
£300+ off other high-end laptops
£50 off low-end laptops under £300.
Deals I'd skip:
Less than £100 off HP laptops at Currys
£50 or less off Apple laptops
Money off laptops that cost less than £150 to begin with (which are unlikely to be great).
What you need to know about the laptop deals we choose
Lisa Barber, Which? Tech editor, says:
'Every single laptop deal you see here has been checked by Oliver Trebilcock, our laptops expert, and by me. We only show deals that we would be happy to recommend to our own friends and family.
'If a deal isn't good enough, it doesn't make it onto this page.'
Looking to save even more money on a laptop?
If you're not looking to spend a lot on a new laptop, there are plenty of cheaper models that can handle day-to-day tasks well. See our expert pick of the best cheap laptops – we feature models for less than £200, £300 and £500.
If you want to spend even less or if you want something high-spec that won't cost the earth, consider a second-hand or refurbished model. To find out more, go to how to buy a second-hand or refurbished laptop.
How to get deals on specific laptop brands
Laptop deals are available year-round. If you have a particular brand in mind for your next model, you need to know where to look. Read our independent laptop reviews to ensure you get the best deal.
Acer laptop deals
You can often find deals on Acer’s UK website that aren’t available elsewhere. The site also lists a wider range of specifications on certain models than you'll find on the high street, so it’s always worth checking here in addition the usual online stores.
We’ve found that Apple laptops are very often cheaper – and available for faster delivery – when you don't buy direct from Apple. The main reason you’d buy directly is if you wanted a specification, such as a processor, Ram and storage combination, that isn’t available anywhere else. But you’re less likely to bag a bargain this way.
Asus laptops are stocked by a wide range of retailers in various configurations, so it’s always worth shopping around. The company also sells directly on its website. Its prices are usually higher than other retailers – unless you’re a student, in which case you can get 15% off when you buy direct.
For the widest range of Dell laptops, look at the Dell website. If you’re thinking of buying from a retailer, check whether there’s a cheaper or higher-spec model available directly before you buy.
Dell often has active online voucher codes and discounts, so it pays to wait for one before buying.
HP laptops are stocked by nearly every laptop retailer, but most of the ‘deals’ you’ll find are at Currys, with dozens of models available. Most HP laptops go on sale at a higher price and are discounted by at least £100 after a month or so.
HP also sells directly through its website, so it’s always worth checking there for discounts and voucher codes.
As with Asus, Lenovo models are found scattered around the high street and at online-only retailers, so it’s worth doing your research. We’ve often found that you get the best price by buying directly from the Lenovo website, so always check there before you buy.
Want to spend less than £500? See our expert pick of the best budget laptops.
When and where are the laptop sales?
You shouldn't need to pay full price for a laptop, but just because a deal exists, it doesn’t mean it’s worthwhile. Here's how to see through the tricks of the trade at key retailers.
Currys laptop deals and ‘clearance’ sales
At certain times of the year, Currys loads up its clearance pages with laptop deals. Despite what the term ‘clearance’ might suggest, discounts on these models can sometimes be very slim.
If you spot a discount, check whether rival stores are selling it for less. We've seen laptops initially go on sale at a higher price, then drop to a more reasonable price.
Currys also operates a price-matching scheme, but this may not always be as good as it seems. Many of the laptops it sells are exclusive to the store; it might be an exclusive colour or a slight change in specification, but this is enough to mean the model won't qualify for a price match.
See the best laptops for every budget, based on our independent lab tests.
Amazon laptop deals
Amazon often has the best price on a given laptop, but it's always worth checking whether it's being sold directly by Amazon or a marketplace seller. If it's the latter, check the seller's reviews before buying. Amazon does have a wide variety of notebooks on sale at any given time. However, many of its bestsellers are quite old and some are even second-hand. It’s always worth checking this site, though, just in case it has a laptop you’re interested in at a discount.
Also, be wary of small-brand laptops sold exclusively on Amazon. We’ve tested a few and none have impressed us, despite the overwhelming number of positive reviews from buyers.
Argos often has good deals on individual laptops, so it’s always worth checking there to see what’s new. However, watch out for ‘deals’ marked as ‘wow’, as these can quite often not be deals at all and simply reflect Argos wanting you to pay attention to a product. Also, look out for pointers that say ‘great new price’ – we’ve seen in the past, and the new price can be higher than the old one.
The best bet for Argos deals is to look for ‘clearance’ deals, as these are normally genuine discounts.