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Labor Day weekend is here, and with it, some of our favorite laptop models from Apple, HP, Acer and more are getting the sales treatment. So, if you've been on the fence about getting a new gaming rig or work laptop, now is the time to buy.
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Since your three-day weekend plans likely involve activities that are more entertaining than shopping for a new laptop, we've looked high and low to bring you the best deals from budget picks to high end fancy laptops. Keep tabs on this page to get the latest deals as we'll continue to update this page throughout the Labor Day sales to bring you the hottest deals.
Battery Life/Runtime 1,026 minutesWeight 2.8 poundsDisplay size/type 13-inch, 2560 x 1600 IPS LCDProcessor tested Apple M1 8‑coreGraphics tested Apple M1 7-core
Even though it's not the latest model, it is 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 still great as it's thin, light and made with a silent fanless design.
Read our Apple MacBook Air M1 (Late 2020) review.
If you can't decide between a laptop and a tablet, this is made for you. The touchscreen features allow you to use it like a tablet, especially since the keyboard can fold up all the way. For days when you want a more typical laptop, you can use it that way. This is a great versatile option, perfect for college students.
It's time to upgrade your gaming experience with a new laptop. This laptop is pretty big with an 18-inch screen. It also has a superfast processor, so you don't miss anything in your game. To sweeten the deal even more, when you buy this laptop you can get the Assassins 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 uses the ChromeOS and comes with built-in Google AI. You can even get access to Google AI for free for the first year, giving you a chance to give it a try.
More laptop deals
- Apple MacBook M3 Pro 16-Inch: $1,999 (save $500): Our favorite laptop for creators has a strong battery life and an excellent screen.
- Apple MacBook Air M3 15-inch: $1,478 (save $250): A fast, lightweight laptop for Apple lovers.
- ASUS Rog Strix G17 17.3-inch gaming laptop: $1,249 (save $250): Solid gaming laptop with a quiet cooling system.
- Lenovo Legion Slim 5 16-inch Gaming Laptop: $1,150 (save $200): A laptop that strikes the balance between high-performance gaming and price.
- HP Omen 16.1-inch gaming laptop: $1000 (save $400): This gaming laptop is fast and vented on three sides.
- Apple MacBook Air M3 13-inch laptop: $899 (save $200): A great all-around Macbook if you need to stick to a budget and don't mind the smaller screen.
- HP Victus 15.6-inch 144Hz gaming laptop: $800 (save $200): New to gaming? This laptop's speedy display and long-lasting battery won't let you down.
- Apple MacBook Air M2 13.6-inch laptop: $799 (save $200): Great option if you want a big, bright screen and a high-resolution webcam.
- Lenovo Yoga 7 2-in-1 16-inch Touchscreen Laptop: $650 (save $250): At $650, this laptop is perfect for users who are often on the move, part in thanks to its flip-and-fold design.
- Samsung Galaxy Book 4 15.6-inch laptop: $550 (save $350): This high-tech laptop is equipped with Windows AI.
- Acer Aspire 5 14-inch Windows laptop: $470 (save $240): A laptop great for photo editing, virtual meetings, streaming and more.
- Lenovo V15 business laptop: $399 (save $100): A great work laptop, thanks to built-in security features.
- Dell Inspiron 15-inch touch screen laptop: $380 (save $250): A sleek, reliable touch screen laptop.
- Lenovo Ideapad 1i 15-inch FHD laptop: $280 (save $220): This inexpensive laptop is great for beginner gamers.
- Lenovo IdeaPad Slim3 14-inch Chromebook laptop: $169 (save $150): A slim laptop that's easy to carry on the go, whether heading back to school or commuting to work.
- Acer Chromebook 315 15-inch laptop: $149 (save $100): An affordable laptop for entry-level computer users.
What should I buy during Labor Day sales?
As outlined in this roundup, there are tons of laptops on sale at many retailers for Labor Day. Besides this, there are huge savings across the board, including back-to-school essentials, tech gear, outdoor goods and plenty more. More deals are being added every day so be sure to stay updated with this page as we tell you what the hottest new deals are.
Where else can I shop Labor Day sales?
Just about every big retailer is participating in Labor Day sales to some extent. We are covering tons of places to help you find the best deals no matter where you prefer to shop. Check out our roundups of the top deals at places like Amazon, Best Buy, Home Depot and of course, our live blog with deals from all over.
How we choose the best Labor Day deals
At CNET, we've got a team of expert shoppers and deal-hunters whose experience spans years of helping buyers understand which major sales and deals are legitimately good and which are more routine. That includes Black Friday, Prime Day, Fourth of July and countless other shopping events. We've gotten very good at weeding out scams and superficial deals. We look for real discounts, quality reviews and remaining sale time when choosing a deal to show you.
- Real discounts mean exactly that. We look at the price history for all items sold to make sure no manufacturers are inflating prices to make the discount seem more substantial than it is.
- Quality reviews are important for any product, but especially for big purchase items like grills, furniture and appliances. If it breaks the first time you use it, the discount isn't really worthwhile.
- Remaining sale time is a huge part of our vetting process. If a deal seems like it will only be around for a short while or will only be available for the remaining stock, we'll let you know upfront so you don't come back to the deal later only to be disappointed.