The best cheap gaming laptop deals in November 2024
All the best cheap gaming laptop deals for all budgets
Gaming laptop deals are starting to heat up these days, as last year's releases continue to drop their price tags and 2024's iterations start to join them. We've seen more discounts on brand new models in the last few weeks than ever before, so it's certainly a good time to be in the market for a new rig.
You'll find offers across all ends of the spectrum: whether you're looking for one of the best gaming laptops with some of the MSRP shaved off, or have your heart set on a budget machine for casual experiences, there's likely always a discount that'll be appropriate for what you need.
We've capped our search for cheap gaming laptop deals at a budget of $2,000 / £2,000 and split our findings for those true bargain hunters (under $1,000) and those looking to add a little extra value to their price tag. If you're on the hunt for gaming laptop deals under $1,000, you'll be browsing RTX cards like the RTX 4050 and RTX 4060. Moving a little closer to $2,000 brings you up to RTX 4070 and - if you're lucky - the odd RTX 4080 configurations as well.
You'll find all our top picks for this week's best cheap gaming laptop deals just below, but if you're after something more permanent we'd also recommend checking out all the latest cheap gaming PC deals. With Black Friday gaming laptop deals on the way, things are already looking particularly cheap right now.
Today's best gaming laptop sales
- Amazon: budget rigs starting from $650
- Best Buy: Asus machines from $749
- Dell: Alienware rigs up to $700 off
- Newegg: up to 30% off MSI, Asus and more with free gifts
- Walmart: Lenovo, MSI, and Acer from $429
Cheap gaming laptop deals under $1,000
Acer Nitro V 15.6-inch RTX 4050 gaming laptop | $949.99 $699.99 at Best Buy
Save $250 - This is a starter spec for sure, but if you're looking for a budget gaming laptop for indies and smaller titles this $699.99 sales price is looking particularly strong. We've only ever seen that price dip to $719.99 in previous sales.
Specs: AMD Ryzen 5 7535HS | Nvidia RTX 4050 | 16GB RAM | 512GB SSD | 144Hz FHD display
Lenovo LOQ 15.6-inch RTX 4060 gaming laptop | $999.99 $749.99 at Best Buy
Save $250 - The Lenovo LOQ is a cheaper machine, with an older 16:9 display, but it's still excellent value for an RTX 4060 configuration. You're getting a great starter rig for just $749.99 here.
Specs: AMD Ryzen 7 7435HS | Nvidia RTX 4060 | 16GB RAM | 512GB SSD | 144Hz FHD display
Dell G15 15.6-inch RTX 4060 gaming laptop | $1,149.99 $849.99 at Dell
Save $300 - The Dell G15 is a more budget-minded gaming laptop, but it's still looking pretty strong at just $849.99 with a Ryzen 7 7840HS processor and a 165Hz display. Dell is saving you $300 on this rig right now.
Specs: AMD Ryzen 7 7840HS | Nvidia RTX 4060 | 16GB DDR5 RAM | 512GB SSD | 165Hz 1080p display
MSI Cyborg 14-inch RTX 4060 gaming laptop | $1,099.99 $899.99 at Best Buy
Save $200 - $899.99 is a fantastic price for an RTX 4060 rig, even if you are dropping down to a 512GB SSD to secure it. The Cyborg goes big on its internal components while keeping its price low with a cheaper chassis - perfect for those looking to save some cash.
Specs: Intel i7-13620H | Nvidia RTX 4060 | 16GB RAM | 512GB SSD | 144Hz FHD+ display
MSI Katana RTX 4060 gaming laptop | $1,199 $979 at Walmart
Save $220 - Walmart can bump you up to an RTX 4060 GPU with this $220 discount on the more affordable MSI Katana. Not only is that a step up from entry level graphics, but with an Intel i7-13620H processor and 16GB RAM you're still getting plenty of power in support as well.
Specs: Intel i7-13620H | Nvidia RTX 4060 | 16GB RAM | 1TB SSD | 144Hz FHD display
HP Omen 16.1-inch RTX 4060 gaming laptop | $1,299.99 $999.99 at Best Buy
Save $300 - This is the lowest price we've ever seen on the 16.1-inch HP Omen RTX 4060, dropping the rig below $1,000 for the first time. Best Buy has done the honors with this $300 discount, offering up excellent value for anyone after a mid-range configuration.
Specs: Intel i7-13620H | Nvidia RTX 4060 | 16GB RAM | 1TB SSD | 165Hz FHD display
Gaming laptop deals under $2,000
Acer Nitro 16 RTX 4070 gaming laptop | $1,129.99 $1,049.99 at Newegg
Save $80 - That's a tiny discount by a gaming laptop's standards, but this is an RTX 4070 gaming laptop going for just a hair over $1,000 - a fantastic offer by itself. Not only that, but you're also getting a free copy of Black Myth: Wukong.
Specs: AMD Ryzen 7 7735HS | Nvidia RTX 4070 | 16GB RAM | 512GB SSD | 165Hz QHD+ display
Gigabyte 16-inch RTX 4060 gaming laptop | $1,199.99 $1,099.99 at Best Buy
Save $100 - Sure, it's only a $100 discount but you're getting a massive 32GB of RAM inside this RTX 4060 Gigabyte gaming laptop. That's plenty of headroom for newer releases, alongside the i7-13620H processor.
Specs: Intel i7-13620H | Nvidia RTX 4060 | 32GB RAM | 1TB SSD | 165Hz WUXGA display
Asus ROG Zephyrus G16 16-inch RTX 4070 gaming laptop | $1,599.99 $1,199.99 at Best Buy
Save $400 - There are a few Zephyrus machines on sale this weekend, but this previous-generation G16 model is looking like the best value right now. You'll find an RTX 4070 GPU under that hood, complete with some premium design features to boot.
Specs: Intel i7-13620H | Nvidia RTX 4070 | 16GB RAM | 512GB SSD | 165Hz FHD display
Asus ROG Zephyrus G14 (2024) RTX 4060 gaming laptop | $1,599.99 $1,249.99 at Best Buy
Save $350 - This is a record-low price on the 2024 Asus ROG Zephyrus G14. Best Buy is saving you $350 on this RTX 4060 configuration right now, an excellent discount considering there's a luxurious OLED display on board.
Specs: AMD Ryzen 8945HS | Nvidia RTX 4060 | 16GB RAM | 1TB SSD | 120Hz QHD+ display
Lenovo Legion 7i 16-inch RTX 4070 gaming laptop | $1,999.99 $1,699.99 at Best Buy
Save $300 - This RTX 4070 configuration of the Lenovo Legion 7i has never dropped below $1,849.99, but it has been back up at full price as recently as August. You're saving $300 here, grabbing an upper mid-range rig for a great discount.
Specs: Intel i9-14900HX | Nvidia RTX 4070 | 32GB RAM | 1TB SSD | 240Hz QHD+ display
What is considered cheap for a gaming laptop?
Defining a cheap gaming laptop usually comes down to setting a value to the individual parts inside each rig. For example, an RTX 4070 machine with a current-gen i7 processor, 16GB RAM, and a 512GB SSD is going to be cheap if it's priced around $1,000-$1,500, depending on the chassis itself. However, an RTX 3050 with an i5 processor, 8GB RAM, and 256GB SSD would be considered overpriced in this range.
However, a lot of this determination comes from the brand and model. The best Razer laptops, for example, are particularly well-engineered machines with a whole suite of premium features and display technology. That means a 'cheap gaming laptop deal' on one of these rigs will still be a lot more expensive than the average going rate for the specs inside. The same goes for cheap Alienware laptops as well.
Can you buy a gaming laptop for under $500 / £500?
It's becoming increasingly rare to find budget gaming laptops at under $500 / £500, though you may still find some offers in this price range hitting the shelves during larger sales events. The rigs behind these price tags will always be incredibly entry level, though - so it might be worth setting your budget a little higher to truly maximise your value. $500 might get you a lot further when put towards an RTX-enabled configuration than it would in a budget GTX buy.
Which are the best budget gaming laptops?
The best budget gaming laptops right now are the Acer Nitro 5, HP Pavilion Gaming, MSI GF63, and Asus TUF Dash F15. These are all rigs that sacrifice some of the fancier features of more premium chassis' to ensure you're getting great components at an affordable rate.
If you already know which GPU you're after, it's worth checking out our weekly roundups of RTX 3050 laptop deals, RTX 3060 laptops, and RTX 3070 laptop deals. We're also showing you where to find all the latest RTX 3080 laptop deals as well. Once you've snapped up a bargain, it's worth checking our guide to the best laptop backpacks for more accessories.
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