Best laptop deals in Australia for December 2024: Apple, HP, Lenovo
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If you’re looking to work more efficiently or get more out of your games, investing in the right laptop model is essential.
But if you think you need to pay top dollar for a great machine, think again.
Retailers like Amazon, HP, Lenovo, and The Good Guys are all currently offering great deals on top laptops, helping you to upgrade for less.
So, whether you’re looking for cheap laptops or the latest Apple MacBook Air, we’ve hunted down a discount to suit.
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It looks like Christmas came early for Apple fans, with the Apple 2022 13.6” MacBook Air Laptop on sale for $316.60 off (now $1582.40, down from $1899).
One impressed Mac convert says they “highly recommend” the “very easy to use and very powerful” tech.
“It has handled everything I have thrown at it. Very lightweight which makes it perfect for travelling,” they posted on Amazon Australia.
We also spotted an epic $1299.99 off the ThinkPad E16 Gen 2 (now $1449, down from $1798.99), which shoppers are calling “great quality” and “good value for money”.
You can also chop off $1000 off the HP 17.3” Laptop, dropping from $1999 to a budget friendly $999.
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Not quite sure what you should be looking for in your next model? Check out our expert guide to buying a laptop.
We update this page regularly but, please note, prices are correct and products are in stock at time of publishing.
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BEST DEALS ON LAPTOPS WITH AI
The Good Guys
- $802 off Asus Vivobook S 15 OLED 15.6” Copilot+PC (32GB/1TB), $1897 (down from $2699)
- $450 off Microsoft Surface Laptop (7th Ed) Copilot+ PC 13.8” X Elite 12 Core, $2049 (down from $2499)
- $400 off Microsoft Surface Pro (11th Ed) Copilot+ PC 13” X Plus 10 Core (16GB/512GB)
Shop all laptop deals at The Good Guys.
Lenovo
- $1584 off ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 13 - Aura Edition (32GB/1TB), $3815 (down from $5399)
- $1349 off ThinkPad E16 Gen 2 Intel (16GB/512GB), $1449 (down from $2798.99)
- $1330 off ThinkPad E14 Gen 6 Intel, $1299 (down from $2629)
BEST LAPTOP DEALS
Amazon Australia
- $1984.93 off Microsoft Surface Laptop 4 15” Laptop (8GB/512GB), $1269 (down from $3253.93)
- $316.60 off Apple 2022 13.6” MacBook Air Laptop with M2 chip (8GB/512GB), $1582.40 (down from $1899)
- $163 off Lenovo ThinkBook 16 Gen7 IML 16” Laptop (16GB/512GB), $1235 (down from $1398)
Shop all laptop deals at Amazon Australia.
The Good Guys
- $802 off Asus Vivobook S 15 OLED 15.6” Copilot+PC (32GB/1TB), $1897 (down from $2699)
- $500 off Lenovo Ideapad 5 14” Copilot+ PC 2-in-1 Laptop (16GB/1TB), $1199 (down from $1699)
- $450 off Microsoft Surface Laptop (7th Ed) Copilot+ PC 13.8” X Elite 12 Core, $2049 (down from $2499)
- $400 off Microsoft Surface Pro (11th Ed) Copilot+ PC 13” X Plus 10 Core (16GB/512GB)
- $300 off Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3i 14” i7 Laptop (16GB/512GB), $999 (down from $1299)
- $225 off Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3 i3 15” Laptop (8GB/512GB), $674 (down from $899)
- $210 off off Lenovo IP Flex 15.6” Celeron N4500 eMMC Chromebook (8GB/128GB), $489 (down from $699)
Shop all laptop deals at The Good Guys.
Lenovo
- Up to 59 per cent off Lenovo PCs
- $4130.55 off ThinkPad X1 Fold 16 Gen 1, $5048.45 (down from $9179)
- $1730 off ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 11 (32GB/512GB), $2469 (down from $4199)
- $1299.99 off ThinkPad E16 Gen 2 Intel (16GB/512GB), $1449 (down from $2798.99)
- $1517.01 off ThinkPad T16 Gen 2 (32GB/512GB), $1612 (down from $3129.01)
- $1061 off ThinkPad E15 Gen 2 AMD (16GB/512GB), $908 (down from $1969)
Shop all laptop deals at Lenovo.
HP
- $1020 off HP Envy x360 16 inch 2-in-1 Laptop (16GB/1TB), $1528 (down from $2546)
- $1000 off HP 17.3” Laptop (16GB/512GB), $999 (down from $1999)
- $960 off HP 17.3” Laptop (16GB/1TB), $1199 (down from $2159)
- $700 off HP 17.3” Laptop (16GB/512GB), $999 (down from $1699)
- $200 off HP 255 15.6 inch G9 Notebook PC (16GB/512GB), $799 (down from $999)
BEST GAMING LAPTOP DEALS
Lenovo
- Up to 30 per cent off Legion and gaming PCs
- $740 off Lenovo LOQ 15APH9 (16GB/512GB), $1499 (down from $2239)
- $680 off Lenovo LOQ 15IRX9 (16GB/512GB), $1499 (down from $2179)
- $500 off Lenovo LOQ 15IAX9I, $1099 (down from $1599)
Shop all laptop deals at Lenovo.
HP
- $1450 off HP Victus 15.6” Gaming Laptop 15-fa1114TX (16GB/512GB), $1199 (down from $2649)
- $1100 off HP Victus 15.6” Gaming Laptop 15-fa1113TX (16GB/1TB), $1399 (down from $2499)
- $900 off HP 17.3" Laptop (16GB/512GB), $1099 (down from $1999)
- $840 off HP Victus 15.6” Gaming Laptop (16GB/512GB), $1299 (down from $2139)
- $900 off Victus by HP 15L Gaming Desktop PC (16GB/512GB), $1699 (down from $2599)
- $700 off HP 17.3" Laptop (16GB/512GB), $999 (down from $1699)
- $200 off HP 255 15.6" G9 Notebook PC (16GB/512GB), $799 (down from $999)
Mwave
Shop all laptop deals at Mwave.
HOW TO CHOOSE YOUR NEXT LAPTOP
There’s a lot to think about when it comes to purchasing a new laptop. Before you buy, here are some key things to consider:
Operating system (OS): Choose between Windows, macOS, or Linux based on your preference and compatibility with required software.
Central Processing Unit (CPU): Look for processors like Intel Core or AMD Ryzen that fit your performance needs. Higher numbers generally mean more power.
Random Acess Memory (RAM): Aim for at least 8GB for basic tasks; 16GB or more for gaming and professional work.
Graphics Processing Unit (GPU): Integrated GPUs are fine for general use; dedicated GPUs from NVIDIA or AMD are better for gaming and creative tasks.
Battery life: Check for a battery life that suits your mobility needs. More powerful laptops usually have a shorter battery.
Storage: Solid State Drives (SSD) offer faster performance than Hard Disk Drives (HDD). Consider at least 256GB of storage and higher for more space.
If you want a more extensive explanation of what to look for in your next laptop, you can also check out our dedicated expert guide to buying a laptop.
WHERE TO FIND THE BEST LAPTOP DEALS ONLINE
Amazon has a good range of Chromebooks and mid-range laptops available, but its best deals are on Apple MacBooks. The online giant has its own official Apple store, which means you can find deals on brand new Apple products you won’t see elsewhere.
See Amazon Australia coupon codes.
The Good Guys offers discounts across a wide range of laptop brands, including Apple, Microsoft, Dell and Lenovo. There are deals available almost every week but, for the best discounts, we recommend checking what’s available during major sale periods like Black Friday and the end of financial year.
See The Good Guys coupon codes.
HP offers laptop deals most weeks but, over peak sale periods, you can often find discounts of 40-60 per cent off. It also runs great deals on gaming laptops, as well as on desktops, monitors, and printers.
If you’re looking for a Lenovo laptop, the Lenovo online store is naturally the best place to head to. You can frequently find discounts of 40-60 per cent off, with sales often including bestsellers like Lenovo Yoga laptops and the Lenovo Ideapad Slim range.
The Microsoft Store does offer discounts on its Surface laptop range but, unlike HP and Lenovo, you won’t find deals every week. Instead, you’ll mainly find deals over sale periods like Black Friday and the end of financial year. However, it’s still worth checking stockists like The Good Guys and JB Hi-Fi, as they often have even better discounts than Microsoft itself.
If you’re looking for the best gaming laptops, Mwave is a top spot to shop. The retailer runs some of the best gaming laptop deals we see, and has a wide range of models from brands like MSI, ASUS, Razer, and Lenovo.
HOW TO GET THE BEST DEAL ON A NEW LAPTOP
If you’re looking to save on a new laptop, it’s worth shopping around to compare models. Brands like HP and Lenovo frequently offer discounts on a range of laptops and 2-in-1 models, making it worth checking out the sales tab on each individual website.
Third party retailers such as The Good Guys and Bing Lee also run regular sales which include laptops and PCs, so it’s a good idea to sign up to their mailing lists to keep on top of upcoming sales.
Those in the market for an Apple MacBook will find it more difficult to come across a deal, as Apple rarely drops the price of its products. Luckily, an Apple store now exists on Amazon Australia, which means shoppers can find brand new Apple products at prices they won’t get elsewhere.
If you can afford to put off upgrading your laptop a while longer, we also recommend waiting until Black Friday or Boxing Day to shop. Tons of stores now use these events to offer their biggest discounts for the year, making them an ideal time to pick up a laptop on the cheap.
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