The best Amazon Prime Day laptop deals: Asus, LG, Samsung and more

Laptops are something we absolutely love here at PCMag (I mean, it’s in the name), and if there’s something we love more, we’re scoring a good deal on one. Amazon Prime Day is your gateway to it good, great and fantastic deals and it’s officially here! First day offers will continue to circulate throughout the day, so grab a discounted laptop and shop with confidence that you’re getting fast shipping and free returns.

While you’re shopping, you might notice that bit of “With Prime” branding, protecting you from that discounted price. Do not worry! If you are not already a Prime Member, applicable accounts may register for one 30-day free trial of Amazon Prime, which includes fast and free shipping with no minimum purchase, 10% off Amazon Fresh, access to free payments through Prime Gaming, Prime Reading and Grubhub+, and much more. Unless you are absolutely blown away by Prime membership offers, simply cancel before your 30 days are up, or you’ll be charged $14.99 per month.

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Now, on to more of those laptop deals we love so much…

The Asus VivoBook 16 packs enough power to make a decent everyday machine that will handle web browsing, document processing and video streaming with ease. The 16-inch display has a 1,920 by 1,200 resolution and is large enough to use without the need for a secondary display. Our expert reviewed a more powerful version of Asus VivoBook 16 and found battery life lacking, but without the dedicated GPU, your mileage may be better.

As far as budget hardware goes, this Asus TUF Gaming F15 will do a decent job of 1080p gaming. Built with military-grade durability, this device will outlast drops, spills, and even extreme temperatures. There are many others budget gaming laptop options available, for those who need a higher-powered processor or graphics card.

Those with an existing Galaxy ecosystem should take a look at Samsung’s line of Galaxy Books, which are powerful and ultra-portable. Samsung DeX lets you mirror and extend your screen, copy links to one device and paste to another, and more. The AMOLED touchscreen is responsive and easy on the eyes, essentially acting as a larger version of your phone’s screen.

This ultraportable laptop is light and slim, making it easy to slip into your bag or keep in a laptop case. The vivid 14-inch screen is ideal for streaming shows or web browsing, and the Intel Ultra 5 processor will make short work of productivity-based tasks like document production and email. And speaking of productivity: the LG gram Link2 app lets you integrate with up to 10 devices on Android or iOS platforms for easy file sharing, shared screen viewing, and more.

HP 14 14 inch laptop

Intel i7/512GB SSD/16GB RAM

$499.99
on Amazon


$699.99
Save $200.00

This HP 14 laptop will handle everyday tasks with ease thanks to its 13th generation Intel i7 processor and Windows Home 11. Ample RAM and a built-in webcam make this a viable option for WFH tasks as well. Made from durable yet eco-friendly materials, this laptop will meet your computing needs for years to come.

This Asus ROG Strix G16 has all the features of a modern gaming laptop: a powerful GPU, a good amount of storage and customizable RGB lighting. Wi-Fi 6E connectivity means you’ll have the fastest connection possible during your online sessions, and a number of ports, including USB Type-C with Thunderbolt 4 and HDMI 2.1, allow you to connect peripherals without the need deceive you. The generous 16-inch screen has a fast 165Hz refresh rate, but the resolution leaves something to be desired, so you might want to use a monitor with this.

or Chromebooks it’s an affordable alternative to a laptop, geared toward casual use like web browsing and emailing. Chromebooks are capable of gaming nowadays, thanks to advances in technology as well as cloud services like Nvidia GeForce Now. A similar configuration i Asus Flip CM5 was praised for its keyboard and fast performance, and the 360-degree hinge lets you hold it in tent mode for easier viewing. Take advantage of the touchscreen with a compatible stylus (sold separately).

The best categories of products to buy this major day

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