A great laptop allows you to work, game, or browse the internet on the go, but top models are often expensive. For Amazon Prime Day, many reliable options, including beefy multimedia systems and entry-level models, are on sale. That’s why I’ve gathered all of the best Prime Day laptop deals below.
MSI’s Katana 15 HX is on sale for around $260 off, which is the lowest it’s dropped to. This gaming laptop has powerful hardware, including an RTX 5070 graphics card. If you just want an entry-level laptop for everyday browsing, check out the Asus Vivobook Go, which is only $220 for Prime Day. This model is about as basic as laptops get, but it’s fine for casual use and productivity. Apple fans can also save on select MacBooks, including $150 off the latest 13-inch MacBook Air.
Keep scrolling to find all of the best Amazon Prime Day laptop deals so far. And you can browse more of the event’s best discounts in our complete Amazon Prime Day deals hub.
The best Amazon Prime Day laptop deals
This 15.6-inch gaming laptop has great specs with a powerful 14th-generation Intel Core i9 chip and a GeForce RTX 5070 graphics card.
This midrange gaming laptop has an Intel Core i7 CPU and a GeForce RTX 5060 graphics card, along with a 16-inch display that supports up to a 165Hz refresh rate.
Acer’s Nitro 5 is a budget-friendly gaming laptop. This entry-level model features an older but still solid Intel Core i5 chip along with an RTX 4050 graphics card. The 15.6-inch screen has a 144Hz refresh rate, which is decent but not as high as pricier options.
This 17.3-inch laptop is a solid choice for basic work and school needs. It’s not suited for high-end gaming, but its Intel Core i5 processor and 16GB of RAM are great for productivity applications and general entertainment.
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The newest MacBook Air is powered by an M4 chip for ultimate speed and efficiency. The 13-inch, 16 GB laptop comes in traditional silver and three other sky-inspired colors.
This larger 15-inch version of the 2025 MacBook Air uses Apple’s M4 processor. It is available in 16 GB or 24GB memory configurations with up to 512GB of storage.
The M4 MacBook Pro comes with 16GB of RAM standard, compared to the 8GB standard in previous generations, which is more appropriate for demanding workloads. Anyone running on older M1 or Intel MacBook Pros will experience notable performance gains with the M4 model.
Prime Day FAQs
What’s the difference between a gaming laptop and other laptops?
One of the biggest differences is that gaming laptops have more powerful graphics cards (GPUs), components that let them play modern games with realistic visuals. They also tend to have stronger processors (CPUs), meaning programs and files open faster and are better for multitasking. These laptops are great for users who want to play games, edit 4K videos, and quickly switch between dozens of apps.
More typical laptops can have a range of CPUs, from basic to advanced, to power productivity apps like a web browser or the Microsoft Office suite. They usually have integrated graphics rather than powerful GPUs but offer significantly better battery life, as well as lighter and more portable designs.
Design-wise, the best gaming laptops tend to be bigger and heavier, and battery life isn’t great. But they’re often outfitted with customizable lights that give the keyboard and chassis a sleek neon glow.
When it comes to price, the most powerful gaming laptops are far more expensive than any other kind of laptop. But it’s not hard to find more affordable options, and many budget gaming laptops can still play all your favorite games, albeit with some performance caveats.
How much should I expect to pay for a good laptop?
Windows laptops range wildly in price, starting in the low hundreds and going up into the thousands. But in general, you should expect to pay $300 to $700 for a decent budget laptop, around $1,000 to $1,300 for a midrange model, and upward of $1,600 for a really powerful option.
Shopping for more discounts today? Check out our roundup of all of the best Prime Day deals, or browse Amazon’s website for the full selection.
Sarah Saril
Editor, Deals and How to Watch
Sarah is a Deals Editor for Business Insider’s Reviews team. She also supports our how-to-watch and streaming coverage. She never pays full price if she can help it and is an expert at finding and vetting the best discounts. ExperienceSarah joined the Business Insider Reviews team in 2020, starting as a deals reporter covering the best deals and steals daily. She later migrated to the tech team, where she researched, tested, and reviewed a variety of devices, from gaming mice to Kindle e-readers. Now, she’s returned to her origins, serving as the deals editor to curate only the best discounts and buying advice for readers. She began her career in service journalism in 2018 at Wirecutter as a deals writer, where she absorbed the history of the most frequently discounted products. This has informed her impeccably high standards for what makes a good deal. Ever since her Wirecutter days, Sarah has been an expert deals curator for tentpole sale days like Prime Day, Black Friday, and Cyber Monday. Following her weekly contributions to Business Insider’s Newsletter will illuminate new ways to get the best value on products you use every day. Why you can trust SarahSarah doesn’t recommend any deal she wouldn’t pay for herself. She is skeptical about the advertising language brands use to tout their sales and utilizes all the price-checking tools to ensure they deliver savings.Expertise
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