The 19 best Black Friday laptop deals 2024: Early sales available now

We're looking at two weeks until Black Friday is here, but that doesn't mean it's too early for deals. Laptops and computers from all makes and models are already being discounted across the major retailers, and we've got eyes on the best deals on devices we've personally tested from Apple, Microsoft, Dell, HP, and more. 

Also: The best Black Friday deals live now

From the iconic Apple MacBook Air M3 (currently $100 off on Amazon) to Samsung's ultrathin and fast Galaxy Book 4 Edge (which is $500 off at Best Buy), these are the best deals we've come across after scouring the web ahead of Black Friday/Cyber Monday. 

Our favorite early Black Friday laptop deals

Kerry Wan/ZDNETApple MacBook Air M3 (13-inch): $999 (save $100 at Amazon): The MacBook Air with the M3 chip remains one of the thinnest, lightest laptops available (it's also our pick for the best lightweight laptop you can buy). With Apple's powerful M3 chip on board, this laptop can easily handle demanding workflows like video editing and graphic design. Dell Inspiron 14 2-in-1: $699 (save $300 at Best Buy): One of our top-rated flexible laptops is $300 off ahead of Cyber Monday, making it even more accessible.Microsoft Surface Laptop: $1,199 (save $200 at Amazon): Microsoft's flagship Copilot+ PC is our top pick for best battery life laptop of 2024. Samsung Galaxy Book 4 Edge: $849 (save $500 at Best Buy): Samsung's first Copilot+ PC just came out this summer, and we were crazy about its thin and light form factor and gorgeous AMOLED display. Alienware m16 R2: $1,999 (save $600 at Dell): Stacked with powerful hardware, this is one of the best gaming rigs of 2024. The high-end hardware might usually be out of reach for many, but with $600 off, it's much more accessible. 

Best early Black Friday laptop deals for students

Kyle Kucharski/ZDNETAsus Vivobook S 15: $749 (save $150 at Best Buy): The Vivobook S 15 was one of our favorite Copilot+ PCs to go hands-on with this year. The 15-inch 3K OLED display exudes premium, and the ultraportable form factor makes for a sleek device for students and hybrid workers alike. Dell XPS 15: $1,491 (save $85 at Amazon): Dell's flagship XPS 15 laptop is as versatile as it is well-equipped; neither too big nor too small. The 2024 version with the Intel Core i7 processor, 32GB of RAM, and a 1TB SSD is a device that will last your whole time at school, and it's currently $85 off.Lenovo Yoga 7 2-in-1: $449 (save $350 at Best Buy): Lenovo's Yoga line has a devoted following thanks to its flexibility and durability, both under the hood and in its physical form factor. The 16-inch device with the AMD Ryzen 5 chip is on sale for under $500, which is a steal. Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3 Chromebook: $200 (save $20 at Amazon): If you need a lightweight device with a good webcam, it doesn't get more affordable than Lenovo's IdeaPad Slim 3 Chromebook. Already at just a few hundred bucks, you can save some extra cash ahead of Black Friday.

Best early Black Friday creator laptop deals

Dell/ZDNETDell XPS 16: $1,499 (save $700): The XPS 16 is a versatile laptop in its own right, but the 16GB of RAM and GeForce RTX 4050 graphics card pair nicely with the bright, 120Hz 1920 x 1200 (Full HD+) display to make a great option for photo and video editing. And at $700 off, it's a steal.   Microsoft Surface Pro: $1,098 (save $100): The Surface Pro's fast and power-efficient Snapdragon X Plus processor paired with 16GB of RAM makes for a high-performing mobile workstation that creators will appreciate. Asus ProArt PX13: $1,449 (save $250): Asus' ProArt series is designed with creatives in mind, with features like brush and tool selection tied to the trackpad. The 32GB of RAM and speedy AMD Ryzen AI 9 processor make this Copilot+ PC run cool and battery-efficient. 

Best early Black Friday gaming laptop deals

Acer/ZDNETAcer Predator Helios Neo 16-inch: $1,049 (save $450): Acer's Predator series is a staple of gaming machines that won't break the bank. The 16-inch comes with an Intel Core i9, Nvidia GeForce RTX 4060 GPU, and 16GB of memory for solid performance.Asus TUF 15.6 Gaming Laptop: $999 (save $400): From Asus' durable line of gaming laptops, the 15.6-inch version is just the right size for portable gaming with a good-sized screen. This one comes with 16GB of RAM, RTX 4070 GPU, and 1TB of storage.    MSI Thin GF63 15.6-inch: $499 (save $400): MSI's aptly-named Thin series features lightweight and portable gaming laptops with a variety of configurations. Right now, the 15.6-inch model with 8GB of RAM, RTX 2050, and 1TB SSD is $400 off, bringing this cloud gaming laptop down to a very competitive price.HP Spectre 2-in-1: $1,599 (save $600): If you're looking for a solid gaming laptop with a convertible form factor, HP's Spectre is where it's at. The 32GB of RAM, GeForce RTX 4050 GPU, and OLED touchscreen display make for a versatile package, especially for $600 off. Lenovo Legion Pro 7i Gen 9: $2,456 (save $813 at Lenovo): Lenovo's 9th-generation Legion Pro 7i is a powerful gaming machine with tons of storage at an accessible price point.  Asus ROG Strix G17 (2022) Gaming Laptop: $1,100 (save $100 at Amazon): The ROG Strix G17 from Asus' 2022 lineup is marked down to make room for the 2024 models, but that doesn't mean this machine can't handle high-end gaming. It's got 16GB of RAM and an Nvidia GeForce RTX 3050 GPU and bold design for $100 off. 
AOC 16-inch Gaming Laptop: $579 (save $1,120 at Amazon): Armed with an AMD Ryzen 7 and 16GB of RAM, this budget gaming machine is over half off, making a solid choice for a travel device or cloud gaming.   

FAQs

When is Black Friday?

Black Friday occurs the day after Thanksgiving, so this year, it falls on Friday, Nov. 29th, 2024. 

When is Cyber Monday?

Cyber Monday falls on the Monday immediately after Black Friday. So this year, it's on Monday, Dec. 2nd, 2024. 

Are laptop deals really better on Black Friday?

Absolutely. Amazon has added tons of devices from all the big brands over the past few years to hype up their Black Friday sales events, and they've gotten quite good. For example, when Amazon first started selling Apple's MacBooks and MacBook Pros at discounted rates, it was one of the first online retail outlets to do so. 

What's the difference between Black Friday and Cyber Monday?

Black Friday has traditionally been a more general sale day to kick off the holiday shopping season. Cyber Monday specifically refers to sales offered by online retailers that aren't available in physical brick-and-mortar stores. These deals are often sharply discounted, as retailers can adjust prices far easier online than on physical products on a shelf. 

How did we choose these Black Friday deals?

There are tons of laptop deals out there, but we only highlight products we've either gone hands-on with personally or would actually consider ourselves. For example, laptops come in a myriad of configurations and versions. If we've tested one model that we recommend, but a lower- or higher-end configuration is on sale, we'd still feel confident recommending it. 

We also looked over customer reviews to find out what matters to real people who already own and use the deals we're recommending. Our recommendations may also be based on our own testing -- in addition to extensive research and comparison shopping. The goal is to deliver the most accurate advice to help you shop smarter. 

Where can you shop the best Black Friday and Cyber Monday deals? 

The biggest retailers for laptops (that also have the best sales) are Best Buy, Walmart, Amazon, and B&H Photo Video, and many of our top-rated sales come from these destinations.