Cyber Monday Laptop Deals 2025: Your Guide to Top Tech Savings

At $299.99, the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15.6-inch Touch is the cheapest big-screen option here, but it also scores the lowest at 4.5/10. We found the Ryzen 5 7520U responsive for basics, appreciated the rare FHD touchscreen and solid day-to-day battery life, and the 256GB SSD kept apps loading quickly. That said, the 8GB soldered RAM, mediocre viewing angles, and reports of hinge/build issues limit longevity. If your budget can stretch, the Aspire 3 or IdeaPad Slim 3 deliver better panels, performance and overall value for not much more.

For a budget Windows pick, the Acer Aspire 3 Slim posts a respectable 6.5/10 and delivers solid everyday performance. In our testing, its 15.6-inch Full HD IPS panel was crisp indoors, and the sub-4-pound weight was easy to carry to class or the office. Keep expectations in check: 8GB LPDDR5 is soldered, the 128GB SSD will fill quickly, and battery life dips under heavy use. If you can spend more, Lenovo's Slim 3 (7/10) offers more RAM and storage headroom.

For under $500, the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3 hits a sweet spot at 7/10 with fast Ryzen 7 5825U performance and a roomy 15.6-inch FHD IPS display. Our experience shows the 16GB RAM and 512GB SSD make multitasking and storage smoother than most budget rivals. The compromises are modest speakers, average battery life around eight hours, and occasional build inconsistencies. Versus the Acer Aspire 3 (6.5/10), this Lenovo is the better bet for heavier multitasking and longer-term usability.

At $499.99, the Asus Vivobook Go with Ryzen 5 7520U is a budget-friendly way to get a 15.6-inch FHD OLED that delivers 100% DCI-P3 color and up to 600 nits for movies and photo edits. In our testing, everyday tasks felt snappy, and the lightweight chassis is easy to carry. The trade-offs behind its 6/10 score, especially versus higher-rated power laptops: 8GB LPDDR5 is soldered, the Radeon 610M and Mendocino CPU struggle with heavy multitasking or games, and the build and keyboard feel flimsy. Great for students and casual users.

In our review, the Dell Inspiron 14 Plus scored a solid 7/10 for everyday pros: long battery life with fast charging and a supremely comfortable backlit keyboard, plus a dedicated Copilot+ key. The Intel Core Ultra 7 155H and 16GB LPDDR5x keep apps snappy, and the 1TB SSD gives you room to grow. Trade-offs include limited ports and a 14-inch 2.2K, 300-nit display that's underwhelming outdoors. If you value a brighter panel, the Acer Swift Go 14 (7.5/10) or Asus's ZenBook 14 OLED (9.5/10) suit better.

If you want workstation-grade power in a sleek 14-inch package, Dell's v24yj earned a strong 8.5/10 from us. The Intel Core Ultra 7-255H and optional RTX 4050 plus 32GB LPDDR5X/1TB SSD chewed through creative workloads, and the 14.5-inch 3.2K OLED touchscreen at up to 120Hz looks fantastic. Our experience shows battery life is modest, and legacy ports are sparse; plan on a hub. It's a superb premium alternative to the ZenBook 14 OLED (9.5/10) for users who need extra GPU muscle.

ROG's Zephyrus G14 earned an 8/10 in our testing for delivering big-league performance in a travel-friendly 14-inch body. The Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 and RTX 5070 Ti chewed through modern games on the 3K 120Hz OLED, while 32GB LPDDR5X and a 2TB SSD kept everything responsive. Downsides we noted: premium $2,980 pricing, short battery life versus non-gaming ultraportables, and heat and fan noise under sustained loads. If you want top-tier frames without a bulky 16-inch chassis, it is a standout pick.

The Legion Pro 5 lands a solid 7.5/10 for delivering serious performance in a practical 16-inch package. In our testing, the Ryzen 9 8945HX paired with the RTX 5060 and a sharp 2.5K 240Hz panel made fast-paced games and multitasking feel effortless, with a 1TB NVMe keeping load times short. The trade-offs: battery life is brief off the charger, thermals and fan noise ramp up under sustained loads, and the glossy surfaces show fingerprints. Compared with ultraportables, it favors plugged-in gaming power over mobility.

Creatives and power users on the go will appreciate the Lenovo Slim 7i Aura Edition, which earned a 7.5/10 in our tests. The bright 14-inch OLED touchscreen pops at 400 nits, and Intel's Core Ultra 7 258V with integrated Arc graphics surprised us with smooth light gaming and speedy AI tasks. With 32GB LPDDR5x and a 1TB SSD, multitasking and storage are worry-free. Just note the touchpad's inconsistent behavior and variable battery life; Asus's ZenBook 14 OLED (9.5/10) is the more polished OLED pick.

The Acer Swift Go 14 punches above its weight with a 7.5/10 score, thanks to a vivid 14-inch WUXGA touchscreen and strong Core Ultra 7 155H performance. In our testing, the lightweight chassis and generous port selection made it an easy travel companion for work and content tasks. Trade-offs include noticeable heat and fan noise under load, and battery life that varies by workflow. If you want longer endurance and a richer OLED, Asus's ZenBook 14 OLED (9.5/10) is the upgrade.

Our top-rated 2-in-1 this year, the Lenovo Yoga 9i Aura Edition scored a perfect 10/10 for balancing performance, features, and value at $1,439.99. In our review, the 14-inch 2.8K OLED 120Hz panel looked stunning and the hinge speakers impressed, while 32GB LPDDR5X and a 1TB Gen4 SSD made Windows feel instant. Battery life easily stretched through a full workday. Just note the integrated Intel Arc graphics and Core Ultra 7 258V aren't ideal for heavy gaming or sustained multithreaded rendering, and the glossy screen reflects light.

Our top-rated choice this Cyber Monday, the Asus ZenBook 14 OLED earns a stellar 9.5/10 for pairing a gorgeous 14-inch 3K 120Hz OLED with class-leading battery life. We found the Core Ultra performance fast in real work, and the 75 Wh pack regularly breezed through a full day. Integrated Intel Arc graphics handle light creative tasks well, though RAM is soldered and the glossy panel can reflect in bright rooms. If you want the most balanced premium ultraportable here, this is it.

Apple's 14-inch MacBook Pro M3 earned an 8/10 in our testing for its superb 14.2-inch Liquid Retina XDR display and class-leading six-speaker audio at a compelling $1,099. The M3's 8-core CPU and 10-core GPU feel fast for coding, photo work, and everyday creation, and ProMotion keeps scrolling buttery. Our experience shows the base 8GB memory and two Thunderbolt/USB-4 ports can pinch heavier pro workflows and peripherals, and upgrades are pricey. For most creators, though, it's a polished, great-value MacBook Pro.

HP's Chromebook Plus x360 lands at 6/10 in our rankings, but it's still a handy everyday machine if you want ChromeOS flexibility. In our testing, the Intel Core i3-N305 felt snappy for web work and the 14-inch FHD touchscreen with the x360 hinge made note-taking and streaming comfortable. However, the 250-nit panel is dim, battery life is shorter than class averages, and the keyboard feels a bit mushy. With 8GB RAM and 128GB UFS, it's best for light multitasking and schoolwork.

Acer's Chromebook Plus 515 earns a 5.5/10 from us: sturdy, loud, and great on video calls, but pricey for what you get. During our review, the Intel Core i3-1215U felt smooth and the speakers and AI-enhanced webcam really shined in Google Meet and Zoom. The downsides are clear: its 15.6-inch FHD screen is dim with limited color, the trackpad can be flaky, and RAM is soldered. If you want better value, HP's Chromebook Plus x360 scored slightly higher for less money.

While the XPS 13's compact, premium build and sharp 13.4-inch 2K/OLED options still impress, it scored just 4.5/10 in our testing due to usability and value concerns at $1,249.99. During our review, the two-port USB-C-only layout and missing headphone jack proved limiting, and the keyboard/function-row design hurt typing accuracy. The Core Ultra 5 226V and Intel Arc graphics are fine for everyday work, but thermals can spike under load. You'll find better-balanced options in this guide at similar prices, especially for connectivity.