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.

Looking to save even more? Check out our roundup of the best budget laptops for 2024.

Plus, did you know Samsung has announced the Music Frame release date and a free Samsung Galaxy S24 offer when you pre-order a new Samsung TV?

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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 May 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

LG Gram 17 | £1,699 £1,399 (save £300 or 18%)

LG Gram 17
Currys

What's the deal: You can currently get £300 off the LG Gram 17 using the code LGLAP300 at checkout. Not only that, you'll also snag three months of free Apple Music, Apple TV+, Apple Arcade and Apple Fitness+.

Why we chose it: This laptop is a lightweight heavy-hitter. It has a 17-inch HD display, has passed military-grade durability testing and the battery should last up to 21 hours. A brilliant option for anyone who asks a lot of their everyday laptop.

Buy LG Gram 17 for £1,699 £1,399 (save £300 or 18%) at Currys

Microsoft 13.5" Surface Laptop 5

MICROSOFT 13.5
Microsoft Surface Laptop 5 Currys

What's the deal: Customers can snag the Microsoft Surface Laptop 5 for just £799, which is £200 cheaper than the original price, as well as three months of free Apple Music, Apple TV+, Apple Arcade and Apple Fitness+.

Why we chose it: If you're working, the Surface Laptop 5's 12th gen Intel® Core™ i5 will help you get the job done as efficiently as possible. And when it's time to enjoy a movie, the Dolby Vision 2 touchscreen and Dolby Atmos speakers will make sure you're fully immersed.

Buy Microsoft 13.5" Surface Laptop 5 for £999 £799 (save £200 or 20%) at Currys

ACER Swift Go 14" Laptop | £699 £529 (save £170 or 24%)

ACER Swift Go 14 Laptop - AMD Ryzen 5, 512 GB SSD, Silver
ACER Swift Go Currys

What's the deal: Not only will you get free next day delivery and three months of free Apple Music, Apple TV+, Apple Arcade and Apple Fitness+ with the ACER Swift Go, you'll also be able to buy it for a discounted price of £529 (down from £699).

Why we chose it: Looking for a lightweight laptop? Well you're in luck, as the ACER Swift Go weighs just 1.25kg, so you'll barely even notice when it's in your bag. However, the lighter weight doesn't impact on any performance, as the 7000 series AMD Ryzen 5 processor is well-equipped to handle all your apps without a hiccup.

Buy ACER Swift Go 14" Laptop for £699 £529 (save £170 or 24%) at Currys

Best business laptop deals

HP 15s-fq5021na Laptop | £549 £379 (save £170 or 31%)

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Very.co.uk

What's the deal: Save £170 on the HP 15s-fq5021na laptop – you'll also receive free click and collect delivery, and you can even claim up to £400 when you trade in your old device.

Why we chose it: If you're looking for a slim, light and ready to go model, then you've found it. An Intel Core i5-1235U processor, 8GB RAM and 256GB Solid State Drive means that everyday business and entertainment always happen fast.

Buy HP 15s-fq5021na Laptop for £549 £379 (save £170 or 31%) at Very.co.uk

Apple MacBook Air 13-inch | £949 £849 (save £100 or 11%)

Macbook air Currys
Very

What's the deal: At Very you can snag £100 (or 11 per cent) off a 13-inch Apple MacBook Air, complete with M1 processor and 256GB.

Why we chose it: Compared to other deals on this list, £100 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-inch for £949 £849 (save £100 or 11%) at Very

Lenovo IdeaPad 5i Chromebook Laptop | £499.99 £349.99 (save £150 or 30%)

Lenovo IdeaPad 5i Chromebook Laptop, Intel Core i5 Processor, 8GB RAM, 512GB SSD, 14 Full HD, Grey
Lenovo IdeaPad 5i Chromebook Laptop, John Lewis

What's the deal: John Lewis are offering an impressive 30 per cent off the Lenovo IdeaPad 5i Chromebook.

Why we chose it: This laptop's 8GB of RAM means that it has no issues multitasking and the 512GB SSD ensures plenty of storage, as well as fast loading times.

Buy Lenovo IdeaPad 5i Chromebook Laptop | £499.99 £349.99 (save £150 or 30%)

Best gaming laptop deals

ASUS TUF Gaming F15 Laptop | £999 £699 (save £300 or 30%)

asus TUF Gaming F15 Laptop - 15.6in FHD, RTX 3050, Intel Core i5, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD
Very.co.uk Very.co.uk

What's the deal: Get a third off the ASUS TUF Gaming F15 laptop at Very.co.uk, and you'll also receive free delivery. You can even claim a further £400 off when you trade in your old device.

Why we chose it: This compact gaming laptop is built for non-stop action, thanks to the RTX 3050 graphics, the a 12th Gen Intel® Core™ i5-12500H Processor and a new 26 per cent larger touchpad.

Buy ASUS TUF Gaming F15 Laptop for £999 £699 (save £300 or 30%) at Very.co.uk

HP VICTUS 15-fb1001na gaming laptop | £829 £629 (save £200 or 24%)

HP VICTUS 15-fb1001na, Laptop - 15.6in FHD 144Hz, GeForce RTX 2050, AMD Ryzen 5, 8GB RAM, 512GB SSD - Silver
Very.co.uk Very.co.uk

What's the deal: You can get your hands on the HP VICTUS 15-fb1001na gaming laptop for just £629 — that's a £200 reduction on the original price. You'll also save up to £400 by trading in your old device, as well as getting free delivery.

Why we chose it: If you're looking for both power and reliability, then this is the laptop for you. The HP fast charge will bring your battery from 0 to 50 per cent in just 30 minutes, while the 15.6 inch display combines a 144Hz refresh rate and 1080p Full HD resolution for smooth gameplay.

Buy HP VICTUS 15-fb1001na gaming laptop for £829 £629 (save £200 or 24%) at Very.co.uk

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