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<\/a><\/p>\nWhether you are looking for a short-term fix or investing in a solid model from last season’s batch\u00a0there are some key points to consider.<\/p>\n
Here’s our\u00a0guide for July to make sure you get a\u00a0budget purchase that is right for you.<\/p>\n
This month’s best laptop deals:<\/h3>\n
Lenovo Yoga 300:\u00a0<\/strong>This convertible 2-in-1 laptop hybrid is now a fantastic price for under \u00a3250.<\/p>\n HP<\/a> Stream 11: <\/strong>A small and portable Windows 10 laptop that is now fantastic value from Amazon and Currys at just \u00a3169.99.<\/p>\n Acer<\/a> Chromebook 11: <\/strong>This small Chromebook is still a great bargain if you want a budget laptop. You can get it for around \u00a3150 used from Amazon or around \u00a3180 from other retailers.<\/p>\n Acer Chromebook 15:\u00a0<\/strong>For a bigger screen on a Chromebook this Acer now comes in with a massive saving at under \u00a3189.<\/p>\n Asus<\/a> X555YA:\u00a0<\/strong>A great everyday laptop with a large 15-inch screen and 1TB hard drive.<\/p>\n Asus Transformer Mini:<\/strong>This is a\u00a0stylish 2-in-1 that is down from its launch price of close to \u00a3350 It features a detachable keyboard and kickstand for laptop or tablet flexibility.<\/p>\n Lenovo Yoga 510: <\/strong>This 2-in-1 is still a fantastic price for a decent hybrid laptop that can be used like a tablet.<\/p>\n MSI GS30 2M 205UK Shadow:\u00a0<\/strong>A powerful gaming laptop with latest i7 processors and 8GB of RAM for just over \u00a3800.<\/p>\n Dell<\/a> XPS 13:\u00a0<\/strong>Get Dell’s flagship laptop with high-end performance for around \u00a31,000.<\/p>\n Macbook Air:\u00a0<\/strong>Prices have dropped on Apple’s Air for this 2015 model.<\/p>\n If you only want a budget stand-in or portable device you can easily pick up a Windows laptop or Chromebook for \u00a3250 or even less. This July, there are plenty of brands out there built for those who just want something simple, and cut priceHP,\u00a0Acer and Lenovo laptops can all be found for just a couple of hundred pounds.<\/p>\n If you want a device that is a\u00a0little more powerful for running run several programs without feelings the heat you will need to spend a bit more. You can find good deals on laptops with slightly cheaper Intel or AMD processors. Often last year\u2019s models will still be highly viable everyday laptops, and you can find a decent machine for around \u00a3500.<\/p>\n Even for gaming laptops there are plenty of deals. While you are unlikely to see many going for less than \u00a3750, you can still find models that have had their prices slashed and will still perform well on\u00a0the latest games.<\/p>\n Most major retailers will offer deals around the year. One-off events such as the January sales, Amazon Prime Day in July or Black Friday can also be the\u00a0answer to securing a great deal.<\/p>\n UK retailers such as John Lewis, Currys, PC World, Argos and Tesco all offer deals and discounts on laptops, often with options to throw in cases, hardware, security systems and programs such as Microsoft Office.<\/p>\n Several of the main manufacturers have their own websites offering outlet price models at a discount and online retailers such as Amazon, Very and AO all have discounted deals and bundles.<\/p>\n Many major laptop providers offer an education discount for students buying a laptop. This can help save you around 10% or better on even high-end models.<\/p>\n While you may be tempted to just go for the cheapest model, even top of the range Apple products offer a 10% discount to students, as does Microsoft for its Surface Book and Surface Laptop. Other manufacturers including Dell, Lenovo and HP all offer chunky savings if you buy using an education discount.<\/p>\n Buying a new model is the safest bet to get decent performance and specs up to the level of what the developer called for.<\/p>\n However, it is easy to pick up a refurbished model online. Generally these will be memory wiped, cleaned and factory reset, but there is no clear standard for buying a refurbished laptop.<\/p>\n Some major suppliers such as Dell will resell\u00a0their own refurbished models in outlet stores or online. With a major developer you can have some guarantee of quality, but you should always check what warranty the model comes with and what operating system will be installed.<\/p>\n Screen size: 11.6 inches<\/strong><\/p>\n Weight: 1.39kg<\/strong><\/p>\n Battery life: 8\u00a0hours<\/strong><\/p>\n Lenovo’s budget 2-in-1 option is fantastic value through Lenovo’s website and on Argos. You can now get this laptop for \u00a3239 from Argos – its lowest price ever on this laptop. It comes with a smooth 360 degree hinge, Windows 10 and up to eight hours of battery life.<\/p>\n Screen: 11.6 inches<\/b><\/p>\n Weight: 1.17\u00a0kg<\/b><\/p>\n Battery life: 11\u00a0hours<\/b><\/p>\nWhat do I want my laptop for?<\/h3>\n
Where can I get a good laptop deal?<\/h3>\n
What are the best laptop deals for students?<\/h3>\n
Should I buy a new or refurbished model?<\/h3>\n
Under \u00a3250<\/strong><\/h3>\n
Best 2-in-1 deal: Lenovo Yoga 300<\/h3>\n
Best budget Windows deal: HP Steam 11<\/h3>\n
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