We’ve rounded up the best laptop deals in the UK right now to help you grab a portable PC or MacBook at a great price. If it’s time for an upgrade, you’ll be happy to learn that some of the best laptops of 2025 won’t break the bank.
When shopping around for a new laptop, it’s important to know how to spot a good budget option. There are plenty of cheap, obscure brands floating around on Amazon that you should avoid. Instead, stick to trusted names to ensure you’re buying a laptop you can rely on. We only include laptops we’ve tested and from brands we trust.
Of course, you can also save a lot by opting for a refurbished laptop — hundreds, according to our research. Make sure you choose a reputable retailer, read reviews and always avoid deals that seem too good to be true. You still have the right for an item to be as described, even if it’s second-hand or refurbished. If it’s not, you can send it back and request a full refund. We would always suggest paying for purchases over £100 with a credit card, which can protect you if things go wrong.
If you’re wary of shopping on the second-hand market, Apple, Microsoft and Dell all sell refurbished versions of their products. The prices are likely to be beaten elsewhere, but it’s worth a look.
So, on to the models. From lightweight notebooks to two-in-one tablets and dedicated gaming setups, we’ve scoured the internet for the best laptop deals in the country.
Why you can trust us to find the best laptop deals
As IndyBest’s laptops expert, I’m constantly scouring the internet for discounts on the best laptops that I’ve tried and tested, from brands I know and trust. These deals include the best available prices on the most popular laptops, such as the MacBook Air, as well as discounts on laptops to suit a range of users.
I won’t recommend a laptop simply because it’s cheap. I’ll also factor in quality, durability, reliability and security when collating the top laptop deals, so you can be sure you’re getting a good deal on a great device.
The best laptop deals for August 2025 in the UK are:
- Asus Zenbook pro 14 OLED: Was £1,299, now £1,149, Ao.com
- MSI Prestige 14 evo: Was £829.00, now £539, Currys.co.uk
- Samsung Galaxy Book 4 Edge: Was £699, now £629, Very.co.uk
- Asus Chromebook plus CX3402CBA: Was £399.99, now £250.79, Amazon.co.uk
- Apple Macbook Air M3: Was £949, now £849, Currys.co.uk
Best Windows laptop deals in August 2025:
Asus Zenbook pro 14 OLED: Was £1,299, now £1,149, Ao.com
The Asus Zenbook pro 14 OLED was one of my best laptops of 2025. In my review, I said it “packs impressive performance into a slim and lightweight 14in ultrabook package”. It doesn’t come cheap, but if you’ve had your eye on it, now’s a good time to save £150 on it.
For an even bigger saving, you can sign up to AO’s membership scheme for £39.99 a year and get the Asus Zenbook pro for £1,095. You’ll save more than the price you’ll pay for the membership, plus you’ll get free shipping and exclusive discounts for the next year. The catch is that you have to ring to cancel, otherwise it’ll auto-renew in a year’s time.
If the price goes up at AO, or it goes out of stock, it’s available on Very for £1,149 too.
MSI Prestige 14 evo: Was £829.00, now £539, Currys.co.uk
The capable MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo runs on the powerful Intel Core Ultra 9 288V chip with a massive 32GB of RAM, making it ideal for the most processor-intensive workloads such as high-resolution video editing. A premium magnesium-alloy chassis keeps the weight down – the laptop weighs less than a kilo – while the Quad HD OLED display offers brilliant vibrancy and contrast.
This laptop has now become even more affordable with this Currys deal that slashes the price by almost 35 per cent. If it goes out of stock, you can get it for nearly the same price on AO.com.
Samsung Galaxy Book 4 Edge: Was £699, now £629, Very.co.uk
The Samsung Galaxy Book 4 Edge is one of a new generation of Microsoft-endorsed devices running on a fast Snapdragon processor. Designed to tackle everyday workloads, you get a lot of value at this price, with enough performance for most tasks, a decent FullHD display and all-day battery life.
The cheapest price you’ll find the laptop for right now is at Very. This isn’t the lowest price I’ve seen this laptop, as it was on sale for £499 at Currys back in May and £599 at Samsung in July. If you’re keen to make an even bigger saving, it could be worth holding off for now.
Asus Chromebook plus CX3402CBA: Was £399.99, now £250.79, Amazon.co.uk
A Chromebook designed by trusted brand Asus, this basic model runs on the lightweight Chrome operating system, meaning it can’t run regular Windows software but boots up almost instantly and doesn’t get bogged down in unnecessary software as time goes on. The Intel i3 processor is powerful enough to handle plenty of open apps, while the slim design and large 14in display is spacious enough for work and watching entertainment on the go.
There are only a few left in stock on Amazon, so if you miss out, Currys has it on sale for a slightly higher £269.00. Students, if you’re shopping for the new school year, don’t miss out on an extra 10 per cent off by verifying your student status.
Best Apple MacBook deals in August 2025
Apple Macbook Air M4 (2025): Was £949, now £849, Currys.co.uk
There isn’t much in the way of Macbook deals right now, with the exception of its thinnest model, which is on sale at Currys. In our tech critic, David Phelan’s, review of the laptop, he praised its battery life, design and performance, but noted the lack of a touchscreen, which many Windows models offer.
If you happen to be a student or a teacher, you can also save on a Macbook through Apple’s education pricing. Right now, when you buy an eligible Macbook or iPad as a student, you’ll also get a pair of AirPods included.
How to know if a laptop deal is worth it
Because most laptops can be configured with extra RAM, bigger hard drives and better displays, it can sometimes be hard to tell if a discount is actually worthwhile.
Our team of IndyBest experts have decades of experience testing and reviewing laptops. We track prices over time and know how much you should expect to spend on the latest tech, and we know a misleading discount when we see one.
Are there any key specs you should look for in a laptop?
Start by looking at the processor (or CPU) – specifically the generation it belongs to. There are two major CPU brands. Intel’s latest processors are 13th and 14th generation, while AMD recently launched its 9000-series processors. The best deals tend to be found on laptops using last-generation CPUs, which are still speedy enough for most users.
Generally speaking, the rest of the laptop specs will be designed around the CPU. RAM is the next most important specification to look for. 16GB is ideal but expensive, while 8GB is fine for everyday purposes.
Hard drive capacity isn’t as important as it used to be, thanks to cloud-based storage and entertainment streaming. For the average user, 512GB will be plenty, and 256GB will do in a pinch.
Your specific needs will determine which specs you should look for after that. For gaming and multimedia work such as video editing, a discrete GPU (a separate graphics processing unit, usually made by Nvidia or AMD) will give you an enormous performance boost.
If you don’t plan on using your laptop for demanding tasks, you’ll save a lot of money by sticking with the standard option of an integrated GPU.
Want to know which model to buy? Check out our list of the best laptops
