Shopping for a laptop upgrade? We’ve rounded up some of the more worthwhile deals available right now, whether you’re after a machine for gaming, work, or just everyday use.
Before jumping straight to the discounts, it’s worth having a rough idea of what you actually need. For most people, that means a reliable mid-range setup with decent battery life and a good screen – not all of us need a laptop with the latest and greatest specs. A good deal isn’t just about the price tag, but whether the laptop fits how you plan to use it day to day. With that in mind, here are the options worth a look.
Quick FAQ: How do I pick a good laptop?
What specs should I look for?
For standard productivity tasks such as web browsing, work and light editing, either an Intel or AMD chip works but you will want to make sure the laptop has a minimum 8GB of RAM (16GB is preferred these days, though), and a 512GB SSD.
Do I need a gaming laptop?
Only if you actually play games regularly. Gaming laptops are more powerful, but they’re also heavier, noisier, and tend to have shorter battery life.
What matters more than specs?
Battery life, weight, keyboard comfort, and screen quality. These are the things you’ll notice every day, especially if you’re bringing the laptop around.
How do I know if it’s a good deal?
A big discount doesn’t always mean good value. The best deals are the ones that match your needs – there’s no point paying less for something that doesn’t quite fit how you use it.
Best laptop deals to shop now in Singapore
Lenovo Yoga Slim 7
$1,734.00 $2,249.00 23% off
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The Lenovo Yoga Slim 7 is the company’s line of ultraportable and ultrathin notebooks for standard productivity tasks. This model is powered by AMD’s Ryzen AI 7 445 processor and 16GB of memory.
ASUS Vivobook 16
$1,240.00 $1,320.00 6% off
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The ASUS Vivobook 16 may not come equipped with the latest and greatest specs, but the included Intel Core i7-1355U and 16GB of memory for standard productivity tasks like Word, Powerpoint and internet browsing.
