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Today’s best laptop deals: Save big on work, school, home use, and gaming
These are the best deals on home use laptops, gaming laptops, and Chromebooks we can find, updated every weekday.
Deal
Get this RTX-powered HP gaming laptop for a ludicrously low $800
For a limited time, this HP Victus gaming laptop is on sale for $800 at Best Buy.
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Newegg will pay up to $400 for your old CPU, laptop, or tablet
Newegg is offering several hundred dollars in store credit if you sell your used CPU, laptop, tablet, Chromebook, or iPad to the retailer.
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This budget-friendly HP laptop is $250 off, just in time for school
Get this solid everyday 15.6-inch HP laptop on sale at Walmart for just $349.
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Intel's next-gen Lunar Lake CPU for Copilot+ laptops launches Sept. 3
Intel says it will launch its next-gen Core Ultra processor, named Lunar Lake, at IFA in Berlin this September alongside its laptop partners.
Deal
Get this AMD-powered Asus gaming laptop for an absurdly cheap $750
The Asus TUF A16 uses the latest AMD hardware for both its processor and GPU, and it's slashed down right now at Best Buy.
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Take another $200 off this already-affordable RTX 4060 laptop
The Acer Nitro V gaming laptop is a solid pick for under a grand—and it's on sale at Best Buy right now.
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Are laptop cooling pads worth it? Yes, but it's complicated
If you're thinking of getting a cooling pad for your laptop, here's what you need to consider.Latest Laptop Reviews
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Best laptops for college students 2024: Top picks and expert advice
College students need a good laptop. These are your best bets.Updated
Today’s best laptop deals: Save big on work, school, home use, and gaming
These are the best deals on home use laptops, gaming laptops, and Chromebooks we can find, updated every weekday.
Updated
Best laptops 2024: Premium, budget, gaming, 2-in-1s, and more
Independent, testing-based reviews of laptops from all the top brands. We pick the best budget, premium, and gaming laptops, as well as Chromebooks.Deal
Get this RTX-powered HP gaming laptop for a ludicrously low $800
For a limited time, this HP Victus gaming laptop is on sale for $800 at Best Buy.News
Newegg will pay up to $400 for your old CPU, laptop, or tablet
Newegg is offering several hundred dollars in store credit if you sell your used CPU, laptop, tablet, Chromebook, or iPad to the retailer.
Reviews
Gigabyte Aorus 17X review: High-end internals and a giant screen
The Gigabyte Aorus 17X delivers a premium GPU and CPU in a surprisingly portable package for a 17-inch laptop. But the laptop’s dim display disappoints.Deal
This budget-friendly HP laptop is $250 off, just in time for school
Get this solid everyday 15.6-inch HP laptop on sale at Walmart for just $349.News
Intel's next-gen Lunar Lake CPU for Copilot+ laptops launches Sept. 3
Intel says it will launch its next-gen Core Ultra processor, named Lunar Lake, at IFA in Berlin this September alongside its laptop partners.Latest Laptop Best Picks
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Best laptops for college students 2024: Top picks and expert advice
College students need a good laptop. These are your best bets.Updated
Best laptops 2024: Premium, budget, gaming, 2-in-1s, and more
Independent, testing-based reviews of laptops from all the top brands. We pick the best budget, premium, and gaming laptops, as well as Chromebooks.
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Best Chromebooks 2024: Best overall, best battery life, and more
We tested the best Chromebooks available today from popular brands such as Lenovo, Google, and HP, and others.
Best Picks
Best laptops for video editing 2024: Work faster with these expert picks
Need to cut video fast? We name the best laptops for the task based on performance and available features.
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Best webcams 2024: Top picks and expert buying advice
We test and recommend the best webcams, both 1080p and premium 4K webcams. We'll also advise you on what you should buy and why.
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Best gaming laptops 2024: What to look for and highest-rated models
Which gaming laptop should you buy? From size, to performance, to budget, to features, this buyer's guide will help you find the best gaming laptop for your needs.
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Best laptops for engineering students 2024: Expert picks and advice
Models from Dell, Acer, Lenovo, and HP make up our picks for the best laptops for engineering students available today.
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Chromebooks versus Windows laptops: Which should you buy?
Should you buy a Chromebook or a Windows laptop? They're similar in some ways, but fundamentally different in others. This guide will help you decide.Latest Laptop How Tos
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18 tweaks that give Windows 11 a personalized feel
Not happy with the look of Windows 11? Here are tips to make your computer look better and feel better.
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4 ways to cool down your laptop in the summer heat
Summer is here and temperatures are rising. While a high temperature is great for a beach day, it's less great for your laptop. Here are four ways to cool down your laptop in the summer heat.
How-To
USB-C not charging? Try these tricks
Here are a few tips to try when your USB-C device isn't charging.
How-To
How to use an external monitor with a gaming laptop
If your gaming laptop screen feels too cramped, hook up an external monitor! Here's how to do it and what you need to know.
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Here's why the F and J keys on keyboards have bumps on them
The F and J keys on the keyboard have small bumps on them. There's a practical reason for it.
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How to speed up your laptop without spending a dime
There's nothing more disappointing than an agonizingly slow laptop. If you're looking to speed things up, here's how to do it without spending your hard-earned cash.
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How to work on your laptop with a migraine
My wife, a migraine sufferer, offers her tips to get through the day while using a laptop. Try them — they may help you!
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