The days of PCs are well and truly over - long live the laptop! While some of you may still cling onto those big black desktop towers, we personally love their compact little sibling, whether it's for gaming, business or movie-watching.

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Like our phones, laptops are a crucial part of our day-to-day lives. From email-answering to graphic design, nearly all of us need a laptop for work or will have one lying about the house.

As such an essential device then, should we have to spend lots to get the best laptop possible? The answer is no.

There are so many ways to save money on buying a laptop, whether it's by going second-hand or by choosing an older model. The best way, however, is by keeping an eye on the latest deals and offers being put out by laptop retailers.

But if scouring for deals isn't your thing then never fear: the tech team at RadioTimes.com have put together this guide on the best laptop deals on offer this month.

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We've found some great savings from a huge range of laptop brands, including Samsung, Dell, Lenovo and HP, plus, we've looked at deals from retailers such as John Lewis, Very, JD Williams and Currys. We've also got deals for both business and gaming laptops so that all your buying needs are covered.

So without further ado, here are the best laptop deals for this month.

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After how many years should I buy a new laptop?

Like all technology, laptops only have a certain amount of time before they start to slow down and become difficult to use. Why does this happen? Well because after a few years the hardware in the device will start to degrade, either from prolonged exposure to heat or through general wear and tear. Plus, even if you kept your laptop in pristine condition with no spillages or droppages, the device would eventually struggle to keep up with the updated operating systems and apps.

Most laptops are expected to last between three to five years. Their lifespans are often shorter than a PC computer because of the laptop’s compact size, and charging eventually becomes an issue as the battery life reduces over time.

You’ll know it’s time to change your laptop when your battery life can’t even last your commute into the office, or when you have repeated problems with the on button, keyboard, or screen. Of course, you might just wake up one day and realise you want a shiny new model, or you may decide your old model has suffered enough jostles. Either way - that takes you onto the next stage of buying a new laptop.

How much should I pay for a laptop?

A new laptop will usually cost, on average, between £500 and £1,000 - but that doesn’t mean you can’t find good quality devices for less than that. For the best range of laptops between £150 and £500, check out our guide to the best budget laptops in stock right now.

How much you should spend on a laptop also depends on what you need to use it for. If you’re looking for a laptop for work or just everyday use (i.e. you need Microsoft apps, a good storage size and whatever else your company may use), you’ll be looking to spend more around the £500-£800 range. However, if you’re looking to buy a laptop for gaming or maybe even design, in which case you’ll need a good CPU, a graphics card and at least 8GB of RAM, you’re likely to spend more in the £700-£1,500 range.

Where to find the best laptop deals

Most Laptop companies run regular deals on their own websites, like Dell, Lenovo and HP. These are often for the slightly older models or because of specific deal seasons such as Black Friday or Christmas.

You can also find laptops on sale at more general retailers like JD Williams, John Lewis, and Amazon. In particular, Currys has constant laptop offers running and can also offer you specific advice on which laptop is best for your needs.

Best UK laptop deals at a glance:

Best UK laptop deals for September 2024

There are some great savings to be had in the world of laptops this month, so we’ve put together this list of the very best. To help make it easier for you, we’ve split the offers up by business and gaming, plus we’ve thrown in a section devoted just to the best deals going on at Currys right now – enjoy!

Best Currys laptop deals

SAMSUNG Galaxy Book3 360 | £949 £599 (save £350 or 39%)

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SAMSUNG Galaxy Book3 360 Currys

What's the deal: Get almost 40% off the Samsung Galaxy Book3 360. You can also get 20% off selected Logitech, HP, Lenovo and POLY accessories with your purchase, as well as savings on a range of other products.

Why we chose it: This laptop really does have it all. The Samsung Galaxy Book 360 will quite literally bend over backwards to help you, thanks to its 360 degree rotating hinge. Not only that, it's packed full of cool features including a 13th gen Intel® Core™ i5 processor with 12 core, Full HD AMOLED touchscreen and Intel® Iris® Xe Graphics.

Buy Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 for £949 £599 (save £350 or 39%)

HP 15-fc0516sa 15.6" laptop | £359 £279 (save £80 or 22%)

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HP 15-fc0516sa 15.6". Currys

What's the deal: Currys is currently offering £80 off the HP 15-fc0516sa 15.6" laptop, as well as the chance to get 20% off on all HP & POLY accessories, selected Lenovo accessories and selected Logitech accessories when you buy any laptop.

Why we chose it: This is a great option for anyone looking for a budget laptop hardy enough to take on tasks from working, streaming and browsing. With a battery life of 10.5 hours, you can spend all day out and about with your laptop.

Buy HP 15-fc0516sa 15.6" laptop for £359 £279 (save £80 or 22%) at Currys

Best business laptop deals

Apple Macbook Air 13.6" | £1,099 £849 (save £250 or 23%)

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Apple Macbook Air Currys

What's the deal: At Currys, you can snag £250 (or 23 per cent) off a 13.6-inch Apple MacBook Air, complete with M1 processor and 256GB. You'll also get free next day delivery and discounts on a range of Apple services.

Why we chose it: Compared to other deals on this list, £250 off won't seem like a lot but for Apple, a company that rarely offers discounts on their products, this is a great saving.

Buy Apple Macbook Air 13.6" for £1,099 £849 (save £250 or 23%) at Currys

ASUS Vivobook S 15 S5506MA | £1,399 £999 (save £400 or 29%)

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ASUS Vivobook S 15 S5506MA Currys

What's the deal: Currys have knocked almost 30% off the ASUS Vivobook S 15, as well as offering free next day delivery and £20 off M365 Family and M365 Personal.

Why we chose it: With this light and powerful laptop, you can take your work with you on the go. It boasts 32GB of RAM, an Intel® Core™ Ultra 9 processor and a 120 Hz refresh rate, giving you smooth action all day long.

Buy ASUS Vivobook S 15 S5506MA for £1,399 £999 (save £400 or 29%) at Currys

Best gaming laptop deals

Lenovo LOQ 15IAX9I Gaming Laptop | £799 £649.99 (save £150 or 19%)

Lenovo LOQ 15IAX9I Gaming Laptop
Lenovo LOQ 15IAX9I Gaming Laptop John Lewis

What's the deal: Get almost 20% off the Lenovo LOQ 15IAX9I at John Lewis, as well as getting £20 off Microsoft 365 with this purchase.

Why we chose it: This is the perfect model for making the transition to the world of gaming PCs. It features all the necessary components for intensive gameplay, while still being slim enough to be easily portable. There's also plenty of memory and storage to help you on your gaming journey.

Buy Lenovo LOQ 15IAX9I Gaming Laptop for £799 £649.99 (save £150 or 19%) at John Lewis

HP OMEN Transcend 16-u1001na Gaming Laptop | £2,499.99 £2,199.99 (save £300 or 12%)

HP OMEN Transcend 16-u1001na Gaming Laptop, Intel Core i9 Processor, RTX 4070, 32GB RAM, 1TB SSD, 16” WQXGA OLED, Shadow Black
HP OMEN Transcend 16-u1001na Gaming Laptop John Lewis

What's the deal: In addition to the £300 saving on this laptop, you can get £20 off Microsoft 365 Personal and Family at John Lewis.

Why we chose it: For more experienced gamers, this is a great time to invest in a new and advanced setup. Users can make the most of the 32GB of RAM and 16" WQXGA display throughout their gaming sessions, alongside a massive 1TB of SSD storage, making loading and boot times responsive and super-fast.

Buy HP OMEN Transcend 16-u1001na Gaming Laptop| £2,499.99 £2,199.99 (save £300 or 12%) at John Lewis

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