If you’re looking for a cheap laptop or a deeply discounted premium machine, you’ve come to the right place. We’ve scoured the web for savings and rounded up all the genuine deals in one neat place.
You’ll find we’ve covered everything from budget browsing machines to high-performance powerhouses, so you’ll no doubt find something here to match your needs.
We’ve highlighted a selection of the latest deals that we’ve sniffed out, and if you scroll further down, we've rounded up some of our favourite laptops in a dedicated buying guide.
Best laptop deals this week
Laptops & ultrabooks
Apple MacBook Air M1 | 8GB RAM / 256GB SSD | AU$1,499 AU$1,349 on The Good Guys (save AU$150)
We think the MacBook Air (M1, 2020) is the best laptop in Australia. It’s worthy of this spot thanks to Apple’s own M1 processor, which has greatly improved both performance and battery life for the laptop. It’s carrying a price tag that’s decently competitive with Windows 10 rivals too (finally). The Good Guys has taken 10% off a range of Macs until July 7.
Apple MacBook Pro M1 | 8GB RAM / 256GB SSD | AU$1,899 AU$1,709 on The Good Guys (save AU$190)
The MacBook Pro had a big refresh to its internals in 2020, so it now features the powerful M1 chip. The upgrade brings stellar performance and exceptional battery life to Apple’s iconic chassis, and it feels rather luxurious. It’s a small 10% discount, but it’s rare to find much more off an Apple machine. See more discounted MacBooks on The Good Guys.
Dell Inspiron 15 (5510) | i7 / 16GB RAM / 512GB SSD | AU$2,149 AU$1,099.20 on Dell eBay (save AU$1,049.80)
You can pick up this Inspiron 15 for almost half price when you buy from Dell’s eBay store. It comes packing the latest internals, with an 11th-gen Intel Core i7 chip, 16GB of RAM and a 512GB SSD all for AU$1,099. While it’s not from Dell’s XPS line, it still looks and feels premium with a sleek build. Get a further 20% discount on the already reduced laptop by heading to eBay and using the code DELL20 at checkout.
HP Chromebook 14 | Celeron N4020 / 4GB / 64GB eMMC | AU$399 AU$278 on HP (save AU$121)
Here’s a cheap and cheerful deal on a decent Chromebook. It’s slim and light enough to carry around with you, and it’s price means it’ll go easy on your wallet too. This will get you set up with Chrome OS for just AU$278, which is 30% off when you buy from HP. It’s also cheaper than it was during EOFY sales, so you’re getting a great deal here.
2-in-1s
Lenovo Yoga Slim 7i Carbon | i5 / 8GB RAM / 512GB SSD | AU$1,699 AU$1,019 on Amazon (save AU$680)
Lenovo’s Yoga Slim 7i Carbon is a stylish and slim laptop, and this model comes equipped with an 11th-gen Core i5 processor, 8GB of RAM and a 512GB SSD. Despite carrying the Yoga name, be aware that this laptop doesn’t go into full tablet mode because it lacks a touchscreen. If that’s not a dealbreaker for you, consider buying from Amazon where it’s AU$680 off RRP.
Gaming laptops
Alienware m15 R5 | Ryzen 7 / 16GB RAM / 512GB SSD / RTX 3060 | AU$2,799 AU$2,159.20 on Dell eBay (save AU$639.80)
Under the hood of this Alienware m15 R5 comes a 5000 series Ryzen 7 CPU, working alongside a powerful Nvidia RTX 3060 GPU. It has a 15-inch Full HD with a 165Hz refresh rate, which should play nice with the rest of the specs too. With Alienware’s intergalactic inspired design, we think it looks great. You can now score 20% off on Dell’s eBay store with the code DELL20.
Dell G7 17 (7700) | i7 / 16GB RAM / 512GB SSD / RTX 2070 | AU$2,999 AU$1,599 on Dell eBay (save AU$1,400)
Gaming laptops can be a pricey investment, but now you can pick up this Dell G7 17 for an insane price of AU$1,599. While it’s not from the top-tier Alienware line, this 17-incher is a pretty powerful machine. It’s equipped with a 10th-gen Intel Core i7 CPU and an Nvidia RTX 2070 GPU. It’s now steeply discounted on Dell’s eBay store, just use the code DELL20.
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The best deals on our favourite laptops
Over the years we've reviewed plenty of laptops, and as a result, we've seen what to avoid and what to jump on when there's savings to be had. We'll keep track of the prices of some of the best we've seen so that you can snatch up a bargain when they do show up. Check out the prices below and see if anything has dropped enough to spark your interest.
Saying that we’re very happy with Dell’s XPS 13 is a huge understatement. At first glance, its slim profile and small frame don’t give away the powerful performance and gorgeous 13-inch display inside. Typically, you’d have to weigh up portability and performance, but the XPS 13 has managed to strike a fine balance between the two. Sporting Intel’s latest 10th-generation chips, much-improved battery life and barely-there bezels, the starting price of the newest iteration of the XPS 13 is a tempting proposition. We’re so chuffed with it that it’s still our favourite Ultrabook, and has taken the top spot as the best laptop overall.
Read the full review: Dell XPS 13 (2020)
It’s true, the Aero 15 range from Gigabyte is aimed at creatives. However, it’s also an attractive option for gamers – with powerful internals, a brilliant display and a sleek chassis – so we think it’s one of the best-value gaming machines Australians can get their hands on. The 2019 model boasts a 15-inch 4K HDR screen, which is ideal whether you’re looking to buy for high-resolution on-the-go gaming or its intended creative use. Under the hood it’s also got the option of the latest Nvidia RTX series GPUs and 9th-gen Intel Core CPUs.
Read the full review: Gigabyte Aero 15 OLED
This premium portable 2-in-1 has a lot to love: a strong build, excellent battery life and a robust feature set. It has a 360° hinge, so can easily be converted from a conventional clamshell to a handheld tablet. There’s also the addition of Dolby Atmos speakers, cleverly built into the rotating hinge, so you’ll have superb sound whichever way you use it. The screen too is vibrant, though the graphics performance could leave some wanting. Still, with an 8th-generation chip, it’s a solid all-rounder for the 2-in-1 crowd.
Read the full review: Lenovo Yoga C930
If you’re looking for a student laptop, chances are you’re shopping on a budget. If that’s the case, our go-to bang-for-buck pick is the Acer Aspire 3 15-inch laptop. It’s a Chromebook, which means it runs on Google’s Chrome OS and is ideal for those with a reliable internet connection who want a laptop to browse the web and complete coursework online. The battery life isn’t the best, but if you don’t mind keeping your charging cable with you during the day, it certainly offers excellent value for money.
If you’re firmly placed in the Apple ecosystem, or you’re a Windows user thinking about converting, then we think the 2019 version of the MacBook Pro is the best Mac you can buy. It has a generous 16-inch display, and while that may spell a bulky laptop for other brands on the market, Apple remains true to form with this svelte machine. It’s got the latest and greatest components under the hood, rounded out with high-quality speakers and a much better keyboard than older models.
Read the full review: Apple MacBook Pro (16-inch, 2019)
If you're after some more further info on the best laptops, check out some of our other dedicated articles:
- The best laptops in Australia
- Best gaming laptops
- The best ultrabooks
- Best business laptops
- Best 2-in-1 laptops
Watch the video below for the top 7 things to consider when buying a laptop.
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