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Buying a new laptop is a big decision, and an expensive one at that. With Labor Day weekend just around the corner, some of our favorite laptop models from Apple, HP, Acer, and more are getting the sale treatment. So if you’re ready to upgrade your laptop, whether it’s for work or gaming, these are the best Labor Day laptop deals you can find.
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Since your three-day weekend plans likely include activities that are more fun than shopping for a new laptop, we’ve searched high and low to bring you the best deals, from budget picks to luxury high-end laptops. Stay tuned to this page to get the latest deals, as we’ll continue to update this page throughout the Labor Day sale to bring you the best deals.
Battery life/usage time 1,026 minutesWeight 2.8 poundsDisplay format/type 13-inch IPS LCD display with 2560 x 1600 pixelsProcessor tested Apple M1 8-coreGraphically tested Apple M1 7-core
While it’s not the latest model, it’s still a great choice for someone who wants a solid laptop but doesn’t need all the bells and whistles, especially if you’re loyal to the Apple ecosystem. It has the M1 chip, which is still great because it’s thin, light, and made with a quiet, fanless design.
Read our Apple MacBook Air M1 (Late 2020) review.
If you can’t decide between a laptop and a tablet, this is the one for you. The touchscreen capabilities mean you can use it as a tablet, especially since the keyboard folds all the way up. For days when you want a more typical laptop, you can use it that way. This is a great all-around option, perfect for students.
It’s time to upgrade your gaming experience with a new laptop. This laptop is quite large with an 18-inch display. It also has a super fast processor, so you won’t miss a thing in your game. To sweeten the deal even more, when you buy this laptop you get the Assassin’s Creed Shadows game for free.
A great option for someone who wants a simple laptop for basic needs. This includes checking emails and browsing the web. This laptop runs ChromeOS and comes with Google AI built in. You can even get free access to Google AI for the first year so you can try it out.
More laptop deals
- HP Victus 15.6-inch 144Hz Gaming Laptop: $800 (Save $200): New to gaming? The fast screen and long-lasting battery won’t let you down.
- Acer Chromebook 315 15-inch laptop: $149 (save $100): An affordable laptop for beginning computer users.
- Dell Inspiron 15-inch touchscreen laptop: $380 (save $250): A sleek, reliable laptop with a touchscreen.
- Acer Aspire 5 14-inch Windows Laptop: $470 (save $240): A laptop ideal for photo editing, virtual meetings, streaming, and more.
- ASUS Rog Strix G17 17.3-inch Gaming Laptop: $1,249 (save $250): Solid gaming laptop with a quiet cooling system.
- Lenovo V15 Business Laptop: $399 (save $100): A great work laptop, thanks to built-in security features.
- Apple MacBook Air M3 13-inch laptop: $899 (save $200): A great all-around Macbook if you’re on a budget and don’t mind the smaller screen.
- Samsung Galaxy Book 4 15.6-inch laptop: $550 (Save $350): This high-tech laptop comes with Windows AI.
- HP Omen 16.1-inch Gaming Laptop: $1000 (Save $400): This gaming laptop is fast and ventilated on three sides.
- Apple MacBook Air M2 13.6-inch laptop: $799 (save $200): Great option if you want a large, bright screen and a high-resolution webcam.
- Lenovo IdeaPad Slim3 14-inch Chromebook Laptop: $169 (Save $150): A sleek laptop that’s easy to take with you, whether you’re going to school or work.
- Lenovo Ideapad 1i 15-inch FHD Laptop: $280 (Save $220): This budget laptop is ideal for beginning gamers.
- ASUS Vivobook Go 11.6-inch laptop: $170 (save $60) This budget-friendly laptop runs Windows 11 and has an 11.6-inch HD display.
- Apple MacBook Air M3 15-inch: $1,478 (save $250): A fast, light laptop for Apple lovers.
- Apple MacBook M3 Pro 16-inch: $1,999 (Save $500): Our favorite laptop for creators has long battery life and an excellent display.
What should I buy during the Labor Day sale?
As this roundup details, there are tons of laptops on sale at many retailers for Labor Day. Plus, there are huge discounts across everything from back-to-school essentials, tech gear, outdoor goods, and more. More deals are added every day, so stay tuned to this page as we’ll tell you all the best new deals.
Where else can I shop on Labor Day?
Virtually every major retailer is participating in some form of Labor Day sales. We cover a ton of places to help you find the best deals, no matter where you prefer to shop. Check out our roundups of the best deals from places like Amazon, Best Buy, Home Depot, and of course our live blog with deals from all over.
How We Pick the Best Labor Day Deals
At CNET, we have a team of expert shoppers and bargain hunters with years of experience helping shoppers understand which big sales and deals are legit and which are more routine. That includes Black Friday, Prime Day, the Fourth of July and countless other shopping events. We’ve gotten really good at weeding out the scams and superficial deals. We look at real discounts, quality ratings and time left on the sale when choosing which deals to show you.
- Real discounts mean just that. We look at the price history of all items sold to make sure that no manufacturers are inflating prices to make the discount seem bigger than it is.
- Quality reviews are important for any product, but especially for big purchases like grills, furniture, and appliances. If it breaks the first time you use it, the discount isn’t really worth it.
- The remaining sale time is a big part of our review process. If a deal seems short or only available for remaining stock, we will let you know up front so you don’t come back to the deal later and be disappointed.
