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I’ve been reviewing laptops and computers for more than a decade, which means two things: 1) I’m old, and 2) I know what’s worth buying and what isn’t. That’s doubly true on Prime Day, when there are so many deals on PCs that it can be hard to figure out which ones are actually any good.
With only hours on the clock before they’re gone, I’ve sifted through the endless avalanche of savings to find the deals that are legit worth your money. From discounts on some of the best laptops and best MacBooks we’ve tested to a range of budget laptops that just got even cheaper, here are the best Amazon Prime Day deals computer deals to pick up before it’s too late.
Amazon Prime day MacBook deals
For those who want to be even more future-proofed, the newer MacBook Air M3 — our current best laptop pick — is also at an all-time-low price. And don't forget to clip the on-page coupon for an additional $50 off.
Our favorite high-end laptop is back to its lowest price ever for Prime Day. Those who need a bigger screen and even more power can also snag the 16-inch MacBook Pro on sale.
The MacBook Air M2 enjoyed a long reign as our favorite laptop and is still more than enough notebook for most. It's my personal daily driver, and is a great pickup at this lowest-ever price.
Amazon Prime Day Windows laptop deals
A perennial low-cost favorite and one of the best budget laptops we've tested, the Acer Aspire 5 is an easy choice for someone who just needs the basics. This model just hit its lowest price yet for Prime Day and includes a free protective sleeve.
I've had a good time with Samsung's Galaxy Books — particularly their rich, touch-friendly displays — and this is one of the steepest discounts I've found on a recent high-end model.
We've long been fans of the ROG Strix series for its excellent performance-to-price ratio and great battery life, and this latest model is a better value than ever at this all-time low price.
We love Alienware's gaming laptops, and this tricked-out model gets you great specs and a massive 18-inch screen for an all-time-low price.
I've long considered the Razer Blade line to be the MacBook of gaming laptops since they perform great and, unlike many rivals, I wouldn't be embarrassed to take one out at a coffee shop. This is a solid discount on the company's most compact model that's great for on-the-go-gaming.
Amazon Prime Day Chromebook deals
Asus is one of our favorite laptop makers in the game, so I feel good about pointing you to this popular Chromebook pick. It's at its lowest price, and one of the cheapest overall Prime Day laptops I've found.
I really enjoyed my time with the Galaxy Chromebook 2, which looks and feels way nicer than a Chromebook has any right to be. We've seen it go cheaper, but this is still a great price for a typically premium product.
If you're looking for a Chromebook Plus — which come optimized for Google AI tools — this model is one of the cheapest I've found and comes from a great brand.
Amazon Prime Day computer deals
The super-fast, super-compact Mac Mini is the best desktop value out there, especially now that it's close to its all-time low price for Prime Day.
The latest iMac is a beautiful and versatile all-in-one that's ideal for your home office and playroom alike. It's currently at its lowest price, which you can knock down even further with a $49-off coupon on Amazon.
The latest version of our favorite gaming desktop, this affordable tower gets you loads of RGB lighting and good enough specs for most top PC games. It's currently at the lowest price we've seen.
We love the Alienware Aurora series for its great performance, slick looks and easily upgradable design. This is a previous-generation model but still perfectly equipped to handle the top PC games at their best.