The Best Back-to-School Laptop Deals for 2022
Summer vacation has barely begun, but it's not a bad idea to start thinking about upgrading or getting a computer for the 2022-2023 school year as major manufacturers discount older models to make room for the newer, pricier laptops.
The Best Back-to-School Laptop Deals
- Apple MacBook Air M1 Chip 256GB SSD 13.3" Laptop (Silver) (Opens in a new window) for $899.99 (List Price $999)
- Dell XPS 13 9305 Intel i7 512GB SSD 16GB RAM Laptop (Opens in a new window) for $899.99 with code 50OFF699
- Lenovo Flex 5i Intel i3 14" 1080p Touch Laptop (Opens in a new window) for $279.00 (List Price $539.99)
- Dell Inspiron 14 7425 Ryzen 5 14" 2-in-1 Touch 1920x1200 512GB SSD Laptop (Opens in a new window) for $599.99 (List Price $799.99)
- Alienware x15 Intel i7 RTX 3070 512GB SSD Laptop (Opens in a new window) for $1,599.99 with code 100OFF1499 (List Price $2,749.99)
Your choice of a laptop will depend on how you plan on using it. For instance, if you have a young child who is used to touch-screen devices, a sturdy 2-in-1 convertible laptop with a touch screen might be a smart option. On the other hand, if you’re a college student who plans on having multiple research tabs open and music playing in the background while you write a paper, you might want to invest in a laptop with a more powerful CPU and more RAM.
It may sound weird for some but a gaming laptop might be also worth a consideration for those who want to game and study on the go or for those who don't want the hassle of buying a separate PC or gaming console. Either way, a gaming laptop offers more power than most traditional laptops, which is good for those students who might work on more resource-intensive projects like 3D rendering or photo and video editing.
Apple MacBook Air M1 13.3-Inch Laptop
Winner of our Editors’ Choice Award, the MacBook Air offers an ultraportable experience for those looking for a thin and lightweight laptop with enough battery life to get through the day. The Apple M1 processor packs a decent amount of punch while also being energy-efficient compared to older Intel-based models. A perk of being in the Apple ecosystem is that you can sync Apple apps like iMessage, Calendar, and Mail with your iPad or iPhone for a seamless experience.
- Apple MacBook Air M1 Chip 256GB SSD 13.3" Laptop (Silver) (Opens in a new window) for $899.99 (List Price $999)
Lenovo Flex 5i 2-in-1 Intel i3 14-Inch Touch
The Lenovo Flex 5i offers a decent amount of features considering its very affordable price. We would’ve expected this 2-in-1 convertible 11th Generation Intel Core i3 laptop with a 1080p resolution display to go for $400 when on sale, but you can get it now for under $300. This would be a great option for students who just need something for word processing, streaming video, and web browsing. The higher spec’d Intel Core i5 variant won our Editors’ Choice Award.
- Lenovo Flex 5i Intel i3 14" 1080p Touch Laptop (Opens in a new window) for $279.00 (List Price $539.99)
Dell XPS 13.3-Inch Intel i7 16GB RAM 512GB SSD
Dell’s flagship ultraportable is backpack-friendly, weighing about 2.7 pounds. It's powered by the fast 11th Generation Intel Core i7 quad-core processor with Intel Iris Xe graphics and 16GB of 4267MHz DDR4 RAM memory. This is a great MacBook alternative for those who prefer a Windows-based laptop. Its aluminum chassis and carbon fiber palm rest offer a premium aesthetic.
- Dell XPS 13 9305 Intel i7 512GB SSD 16GB RAM Laptop (Opens in a new window) for $899.99 with code 50OFF699
Alienware x15 Intel i7 RTX 3070 15.6-Inch 360Hz
This might be a head turner when used in class due to its sleek, gamer aesthetic. The Alienware x15 offers a ton of power to tackle resource-intensive school projects and runs most AAA games with ease. This might also be a great desktop replacement if you don't have the space for a monitor and desktop. We gave a similar configuration an excellent rating.
- Alienware x15 Intel i7 RTX 3070 512GB SSD Laptop (Opens in a new window) for $1,599.99 with code 100OFF1499 (List Price $2,749.99)