How to save money on a laptop: 6 expert tips to save you cash

Apple MacBook Pro 16-inch
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We often take it for granted that buying a laptop is going to be an expensive process. After all, the amount of tech packed into all the most powerful laptops can be incredibly impressive, so it makes sense that you’d pay a premium price for an upgrade … right?

Well, no, in fact. With Black Friday just around the corner, there are many ways you can save money on a laptop, whether you need one for your creative work or just want something affordable to watch your favourite streaming shows. Saving money doesn’t just benefit your bottom line – it can help the environment too by cutting down on electrical waste. Here, we’ve put together our best advice on how you can save money on a laptop, from getting a refurbished device to scoring some discount codes. Read on to start saving.

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Alex Blake

Alex Blake is a freelance tech journalist who writes for Creative Bloq, TechRadar, Digital Trends, and others. Before going freelance he was commissioning editor at MacFormat magazine, focusing on the world of Apple products. His interests include web design, typography, and video games.