Amazon Prime Day gaming laptop deals are in full swing now, as we round the corner into the second day of the sale. These offers will end at midnight, so if you spot a price you like it's well worth heading to checkout sooner rather than later. We've already seen some of the more impressive discounts run off the shelves since the event began yesterday, so things are certainly getting competitive out there.
Whether you're shopping in the US or UK, Amazon is actually trailing behind deals offered by other major retailers right now. Both Best Buy and Dell are offering up far better Prime Day gaming laptop deals overall in the US, while Currys and Very are giving our UK readers a barrage of enviable bargains too – and the same goes for those interested in some Prime Day PC deals if portability isn't a must. We've been covering Prime Day gaming laptop deals for years now, watching the prices of all the best gaming laptops rise and fall on a weekly basis. That means we know which components bring the best value and which machines are likely to offer the lowest prices, and with all that knowledge under our belt, you can trust us to bring you only the hottest gaming laptop deals this Prime Day – even if many aren't actually part of the Amazon sale itself.
In fact, year's Prime Day gaming deals have been such a mixed bag of delights that we're anticipating more great finds right now on day two. Whether you're in the market for a turbo-charged top-range machine to power the best Steam games or something that's a bit more of an all-rounder, we've got you sorted. Here are the Prime Day gaming laptop deals worth your time and money this Fall.
Best Prime Day gaming laptop deals in the US
- Amazon: budget rigs from $550
- Best Buy: RTX 4070 builds from $1,099.99
- Dell: save up to $650
- HP: up to $500 off Omen
- Lenovo: save up to 23%
- Newegg: up to $300 off
- Walmart: RTX 40-Series from $599
Best Prime Day gaming laptop deals in the UK
- Amazon: save £500 on a specced out MSI Raider
- Argos: 10x Nectar Points
- Ebuyer: Lenovo from £639
- Currys: save up to £1,250
- Laptops Direct: budget rigs from £639
- Very: save up to £500
FAQ
When will October Amazon Prime Day gaming laptop deals end?
This year's fall Prime Day sale will officially close out at midnight on October 9, though we often see some discounts sticking around until the end of the week.
Do I need a Prime Membership to access Prime Day gaming laptop deals?
In order to make the most of the Prime Day gaming laptop deals, you'll need to have an Amazon Prime membership. Fortunately, there's a free trial available in both the US and UK for you to give the service a try risk-free ahead of the event. Through it, you'll have access to not only next-day delivery but also the company's coveted video service.
What's important to state, though, is that many other retailers will be vying for some attention of their own, as we generally see storefronts such as Dell, Walmart, and Best Buy (US) as well as Currys, Laptops Direct, Box and Argos (UK) getting in on the gaming laptop deals action.
Will Prime Day gaming laptop deals be worth it in October 2024?
We're expecting 2024's Prime Day gaming laptop deals to be some of the best in a while. That's because not only is the value of older releases higher than ever due to incremental performance upgrades in new releases but trends show that discounts are getting deeper every year. Last year's models are going to represent the best value in this year's offers - they already sit far cheaper than their 2024 counterparts while operating at very similar power levels. For example, last year's RTX 4060 Asus ROG Zephyrus G14 has been spotted as low as $999.99 at Best Buy in recent months - whereas this year's model has only dropped to $1,299.99 in its life so far, and that was for about three days (it's generally stuck at $1,599.99 day to day).
We're expecting far more offers like this on Prime Day, and many even better. That's because retailers are cutting more and more off their prices during major sales events with every year that goes by. Last year's Black Friday computer offers hit an average of 23.7%, an upwards trend compared to 2022's 20% average and 2021's 10% average (Adobe).
This year's Prime Day gaming laptop deals will likely be well worth it (though Amazon traditionally lags behind Best Buy and Newegg in this arena). We're seeing prices dropping and value increasing, and that's a potent combination.
Should you buy a 2024 gaming laptop on Prime Day?
Many gamers in the market for a new portable rig will be looking to this summer's Prime Day offers for their first round of discounts on 2024's releases. However, whether you should jump in for the upgrade this summer comes down to the machine you're using at the moment and how quickly you need to a new machine.
What are you using at the moment?
If you're using a 2023 device you generally won't need to buy a new gaming laptop on Prime Day. This year's updates include very minor power bumps in Intel's 14th generation processors and there aren't any new graphics cards in play. The only reason we'd recommend grabbing a new device is if the current roster of OLED displays is calling particularly loud to you.
If you're still running an RTX 30-Series machine then your answer is less clear cut. Yes, 2024 gaming laptops are the best on the market right now, but because of the relatively small changes under the hood 2023's offerings are packing much better value for money overall. These gaming laptops have had plenty more time on the shelves and are more likely to take higher discounts as a result. You might miss out on some display features like high refresh rate OLEDs, but if you're going for bang for buck you don't need the latest releases.
How much do you value your display?
This year's roster of gaming laptops haven't upped the game too substantially when it comes to internal power. Performance is pretty much static between last year's Intel processors and the current 14th generation, and there are no new GPUs to play with. Instead of focusing on internal upgrades brands have focused on outfitting their machines with new high-speed OLED displays, like that seen on the Razer Blade 16. If you're prioritizing a high-end display in this year's sales then absolutely go for one of these newer devices.
However, those simply looking for price-performance value should be watching last year's roster. These machines can go toe-to-toe with the latest and greatest releases - but can do so for far less cash. That's because they've spent an extra year on the shelves, and we all know that means deeper discounts come Prime Day.
How quickly do you need your gaming laptop?
If you can hold out until Black Friday you will, in all likeliness, find better prices on the shelves. The fall sales are a much bigger deal with heavier price drops and more widespread savings. On top of that, all of these gaming laptops will have spent much more time on the market and will themselves be more vulnerable to bigger discounts as well.
Of course, if your current rig falls apart as soon as you load up your favorite game then you'll benefit from the extra months with your gaming laptop.
What to expect from Prime Day gaming laptop deals in 2024
We're anticipating big things from this year's fall sale. Last year's heavy hitters have spent more time on the shelves and with a new roster of machines muscling their way in (and taking their own discounts), prices could look particularly strong come October Prime Day. If you're not fussed about picking up an OLED display or any extra AI features, we'd heavily recommend checking out 2023's roster of gaming laptops in this year's sale. 2024's upgrades are minor, with iterative improvements under the hood, so value really is on your side this year.
At the top end of the scale, we'd recommend keeping a close eye on the Alienware M18 or Asus ROG Strix Scar 18. These machines mean business, but they carry the price tags to match. If you're looking to spend a little less, the Alienware is going to be your best bet. While we don't see too many discounts on this newer release day to day, the $1,699.99 starting price is primed to dip to around $1,499.99 come the summer. Meanwhile the Scar 18, the most powerful gaming laptop we've tested yet, will likely stay in the $2,000 arena. At MSRP you can pick up an RTX 4080 model for $2,499.99 - a cost that could, if we're lucky, take a journey down to $2,199 or $2,099.
The Lenovo Legion Pro 7i Gen 9 is going to be a heavy hitter this year as well. It's our current top pick out of all the gaming laptops on the market and its predecessor was one of the first RTX 4080 machines to drop below $2,000 last year. It's a high-end rig, but it doesn't quite chase the same price highs as the likes of Asus. An RTX 4080 configuration will cost you around $3,000 / £2,900 - but discounts could bring those numbers way down this year again.
If you're going all out on your display, the Razer Blade 16 is where you should be looking. The $3,599.99 / £3,599.99 RTX 4080 spec has dropped to $3,299.99 / £3,000 in the last few weeks - that's still pricey but there could be more wiggle room for those truly looking to invest this Prime Day.
At a mid-range level, we're going to be paying close attention to the Asus ROG Zephyrus G14 (both the 2023 G14 and the 2024 G14). The earlier model has been spotted at just $999 in an RTX 4060 configuration in the last few months, but can be configured all the way up to an RTX 4090 if you're pushing the boat out. However, we were incredibly impressed with the new design and OLED display on the newer model, and that's only just started to see price drops of its own. Both of these laptops are serious contenders for Prime Day gaming laptop deals in 2024.
At the budget end of the spectrum we'd recommend keeping a close eye on RTX 4060 prices. Yes, RTX 30-Series machines like the Asus TUF Dash F15 and Acer Nitro 5 are going to be seeing some particularly low prices this year thanks to newer hardware taking over. However, the value of upgrading to the latest components far outweighs the costs saved - especially considering we're starting to see prices landing in similar territories between the two generations.
I'd recommend keeping a close eye on the Asus TUF A15 and Acer Nitro 16 - these are both RTX 40-Series devices but they manage to keep their costs down and their component value up. That's because you're sacrificing a little display quality and a few slick design features - all in the same of performance. An RTX 4060 configuration of these rigs is likely to drop under $1,000 during this year's Prime Day gaming laptop deals.
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Do gaming laptops go on sale on Amazon Prime Day?
They certainly do, but here's the kicker - we generally see the best deals off Amazon. In the US, Best Buy, Dell and Newegg have all traditionally offered a wider range of gaming laptop deals during Prime Day, and Amazon's own sales can feel a little underwhelming by contrast. If you're in the UK, we'd recommend watching Ebuyer, Currys, and Very.
We're also getting you up to date with this year's Prime Day gaming PC deals and Prime Day monitor deals to get your setup sorted this summer. Or, take a look at our roundup of Prime Day PS5 deals and Prime Day Nintendo Switch deals if you're going down the console route.
