Computers are an expensive one-time purchase for Black Friday and Cyber Monday. Whether you’re buying for yourself or a loved one, this time of year is where the best computer deals are. In fact, you can save hundreds of dollars by buying the latest laptops and desktops from today’s leading companies. Buy now to get your PC on time without worrying about shipping delays or out of stock.
Apple MacBook Pro 14-inch $1,599.99 (previously $1,999.99)
Apple isn’t discounting its hardware — the company typically offers Apple Store gift cards when people shop in stores or online on Black Friday — but that hasn’t stopped Amazon from slashing the price of its latest $400 14-inch MacBook Pro. The device is equipped with an Apple M1 Pro processor which is powerful enough to handle intensive tasks like 4K video editing and multi-track audio editing without delighting your fans. The M1 Pro comes with 16GB RAM (storage), 512GB SSD (solid-state drive), and a 14.2-inch high-definition display. It’s also the first Apple laptop since 2015 to feature an HDMI port, MagSafe port, and SD card slot, in addition to three Thunderbolt 4 ports.
This laptop can handle anything you throw at it, which makes for an impressive $400 discount. While comparing M1 series processors to Intel and AMD is not an apples-to-apples comparison, you won’t find a Windows laptop that offers this level of performance at this price point. If you prefer a Mac but haven’t upgraded to Apple’s new laptop because of the price, this is the first PC deal worth considering ahead of Black Friday.
Best laptop deals
13-inch MacBook Air, $899 (previously $999)
13-inch MacBook Pro, $1,149 (previously $1,299)
13.6-inch MacBook Air, $1,099 (previously $1,199)
16.2-inch MacBook Pro, $2,199 (previously $2,499)
Dell Inspiron 3511, $598.21 (previously $629)
Dell Inspiron $15.467 (previously $529)
Dell Latitude 5520, $1269 (previously $1509)
HP Pavilion $15,784 (previously $949.99)
HP Pavilion 17, $504.50 (previously $639.99)
ASUS 14, $249.99 (previously $399.99)
ASUS VivoBook 15 OLED, $629.99 (previously $799.99)
ASUS Vivobook Go 12, $199.99 (previously $249.99)
ASUS TUF Gaming F17, $699.99 (previously $899.99)
Razer Blade 14, $2,302.95 (previously $2,799.99)
Razer Blade 13, $1,593.83 (previously $1,999.99)
Alienware Aurora R10 $1397.99 (previously $1572.45)
Let’s face it, most desktop computers are not very attractive; However, the Alienware Aurora R10 is an exception. This gaming desktop is equipped with AMD Radeon RX 6600XT with AMD Ryzen 7 5800 processor, 16GB RAM, 1TB SSD, and 8GB dedicated VRAM. The machine should be able to play the best games on medium to high settings, depending on the resolution of your choice. Older games and indie games should run fine on the highest settings on the R10. This desktop computer is equipped with a liquid cooling system, which allows its main components to be cooled under a fan (a less cool computer can continue to run at maximum speed without limiting the processor to avoid overheating).
Features aside, we love the look and feel of the desktop. The elegant oval frame is visually appealing, as is the elegant little Alienware logo. The company isn’t just interested in aesthetics, as the front panel of the device has three USB-A ports, one USB-C port, a microphone input, and a headphone jack that lets you connect peripherals to your computer hands-free. If you’re looking for a gaming desktop, the Alienware Aurora R10 is a great choice, especially for the price.
Best office deals
M1 Mac Mini, $849 (previously $899)
Dell Inspiron 3910, $621.93 (previously $749)
Dell Optiplex 9010, $226.99 (previously $269.99)
Dell Inspiron 3891, $628 (previously $729.99)
HP Pavilion Desktop PC, $738.94 (previously $834.99)
ASUS ROG Strix G10, $972 (previously $1,449.99)
Acer Aspire TC-1760-UR11, $699.99 (previously $749.99)
Acer Predator Orion 3000, $1,459.99 (previously $1,699.99)
Samsung Odyssey G7 $579.99 (previously $799.99)
This new battle station is useless without a monitor, and the Samsung Odyssey G7 was designed with gamers and developers in mind. Of course, this 28-inch 4K display will also come in handy for office workers who need to open multiple spreadsheets and documents at the same time. The large external display has a maximum frame rate of 144 Hz and a response time of just 1 millisecond. It also supports Nvidia’s G-Sync and AMD FreeSync technologies, so you can keep up with the latest games at high speed without experiencing screen blur or tearing.
Samsung has equipped this screen with two HDMI ports, a DisplayPort, two USB-A ports, a USB-B port, and a headphone jack. This port option allows you to connect multiple devices at once (for example, a gaming PC and two consoles). The USB-A port is very useful because it allows the display to be used as a hub for other accessories. You’ll be looking at this screen for several hours a day, so it’s important to be able to adjust the height and angle of the G7 so you can find the right place to avoid neck strain. Whether you’re looking to complete an office gaming setup or are looking for a high-quality monitor for everyday work, don’t miss out on this Samsung G7 offering.
Best Monitor Deals
Dell S2721HS, $169.99 (previously $219.99)
Dell Curved Gaming Monitor, $374.99 (previously $499.99)
Dell G2722HS, $149.99 (previously $279.99)
HP M24fw, $136.99 (previously $209.99)
HP M27fw, $169.99 (previously $269.99)
HP M27ha, $163 (previously $299.99)
Samsung T350, $129.99 (previously $149.99)
Samsung CF39, $149.99 (previously $219.99)
Samsung SJ55W, $239.27 (previously $329.99)
LG 24MP60G-B, $126.99 (previously $169.99)
LG 27GL83A-B, $269.99 (previously $299.99)
LG 32UN880-B, $499.99 (previously $699.99)
Acer K242HYL, $99.99 (previously $129.99)
Acer R240HY, $109.99 (previously $149.99)
Acer PG241Y, $119.99 (previously $179.99)
