Prime Day deals: Amazon’s sale is back for cheap offers on laptops, PC, Xbox, and more

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Gateway 15.6-inch Notebook

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While the Prime Early Access Sale puts Amazon in the spotlight, don’t overlook deals at other retailers. One highlight at Walmart is this Gateway laptop bundle, packing a laptop, mouse, and accompanying carry case into one easy purchase. Better yet, it’s 60% off right now, ideal for those wanting an effortlessly easy PC for the home.

This Gateway laptop isn’t winning any awards, with entry-level specs that will only get you through some web pages, documents, and some odd entertainment. It’s not suitable for gaming or any demanding tasks, though its low price makes this ideal for casual computing.

 The specs list includes an Intel Core i3 processor, 4GB RAM, and a 128GB SSD. The highlights are a big 15.6-inch HD screen with dual stereo speakers, fit for watching movies and other videos online. It also ships with Windows 11, guaranteeing the best of Microsoft’s latest OS. Plus, the quoted 8.5 hours of battery life make it fit for traveling, with its accompanying carry case to prevent bumps and scratches.

CHUWI HeroBook Pro 14.1

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The Prime Early Access Sale has discounted hundreds of laptops from top PC makers, including many at their record-low prices. It’s tempting to be swept by the cheap offers, though it pays to be cautious when shopping for a new PC.

We’ve scoured all the Prime Early Access offers and hunted down the cheapest laptops we can actually recommend. The CHUWI HeroBook Pro 14.1 tops that list, a 14-inch notebook with an impressively low price which we called a “steal” in our review. It’s now just $172 on Amazon, down from $258 during the Prime sale.

 The latest CHUWI HeroBook Pro 14.1 has a 1080p HD screen with an Intel Gemini Lake N4020 chip, 6GB RAM, and a 128GB SSD. It has all-day battery life, quoted up to 9 hours, with a compact and lightweight form factor fit for travel. It also runs Windows 11.

 “With an all-day battery, 1080p display, and all-around decent design, the HeroBook makes it easy to live with some of its shortcomings,” stated Senior Editor, Cale Hunt, in our review of its earlier 2019 model. If you don’t expect great performance or cutting-edge features, it’s a solid pick for browsing the web, editing documents, watching videos, and other light tasks.

Apple MacBook Air 13

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Don’t want Windows? Apple’s signature MacBook Air has dropped to an all-time low on Amazon, with prices starting at $799 this Prime Early Access Sale. It’s a rare discount on one of the best premium laptops on the market, powered by Apple’s M1 silicon, having made headlines for its performance and efficiency in an ultra-thin form factor.

This is Apple’s first MacBook Air with its acclaimed M1 chip, ideal for the web and everyday computing, with additional overhead for heavier workloads like photo and video editing. While Apple has since launched its redesigned MacBook Air, even further than its predecessor, this MacBook Air still exists as its most affordable Mac on shelves.

This entry-level MacBook Air has an M1 chip, 8GB RAM, and a 256GB SSD, offering incredible value at $799. The Air is also known for unrivaled battery life, quoted up to 18 hours, with fanless cooling and a slick all-metal chassis.

The discount applies to all three Silver, Space Gray, and Gold finishes. It’s also available with AppleCare+ for $998, providing extra cover over three years, including instances of accidental damage.

Logitech M350 Mouse

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Cheap Logitech mice, keyboards, and more from $10

Kitting out your home office on the cheap? The Prime Early Access Sale has discounted a wide range of affordable accessories from Logitech, including mice, keyboards, headsets, and webcams.

It’s best to avoid questionable Amazon brands during these sales, with reputable names offering more reliable products. Logitech has been a go-to in PC accessories for decades, among the best-reviewed options, especially when on a budget.

Prices start as low as $10 for the affordable Logitech M170 wireless mouse, with the Logitech MK270 mouse and keyboard reduced to $20 for a simple desktop combo. The Logitech C615 webcam has also dropped from $70 to just $28.99, offering full HD video, beating out many laptop webcams.

You can find more Logitech discounts via its Amazon deal hub.

Samsung Galaxy Book2 Pro

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Amazon’s Prime Early Access Sale has discounted both the 13.3-inch and 15.6-inch variants of the Samsung Galaxy Book2 Pro. The ultralight laptop is a favorite in portable PCs, now powered by the latest 12th Gen Intel chips, up to 21 hours quoted battery life, and measuring just 11.2-11.7mm thin. Current discounts apply to just the two configurations from the 2022 lineup, starting from just $719.99.

Razer Book 13

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Razer Book 13 Laptop (i7, 16GB, 512GB SSD) $2,000 Now $1,259.99

 Razer made its name in gaming, but the Razer Book 13 flexes the brand’s ability to step outside that box. This 13-inch ultrabook is one of the best compact Windows PCs on the market, delivering great performance in a slick, sublime chassis.

The Razer Book 13 competes with devices like the Dell XPS 13 and MacBook Pro, ideal for professionals, creatives, and regular laptop users demanding a premium machine. It’s lightweight with a robust aluminum body, a 13.4-inch display, and high-end hardware under the hood. Windows Central Executive Editor, Daniel Rubino, stated the Razer Book 13 was an “easy recommendation,” among the best ultrabooks money can buy.

Microsoft Surface Pro 8 with keyboard

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Microsoft’s beloved 2-in-1 has received a tempting price cut thanks to the Prime Early Access Sale, slashing up to 27% off the PC range. Microsoft Surface Pro 8, the latest in the company’s staple line-up, marks its most powerful yet, and it’s now more affordable than ever.

Prime Early Access Sale discounts only apply to its i7-equipped models, with prices starting at $1,169.99 for an Intel Evo Platform Core i7 processor, 16GB RAM, and 256 GB SSD. Amazon has also discounted the same model with 512GB and 1TB SSDs, plus its top-spec config with a monstrous Core i7, 32GB RAM, and 1TB SSD trio.

With Microsoft expected to bump its Surface Pro specs in a new model this week, it’s a welcome price cut anticipating the news. While Microsoft’s Surface Pro hasn’t seen drastic changes in a long time, it remains a popular choice for portable computing. That 13-inch touchscreen pairs great with Windows 11, with a range of keyboards and pens also available, blurring the line between a laptop and a tablet.


Amazon’s Prime Early Access Sale is now live across the world — you can check the highlights via Amazon’s Early Access Sale hub.

We’re just getting started and scoping out the deals available across the site, though rest assured, we’ll be rounding up the best of the season over the coming 48 hours. Don’t forget you’ll need an Amazon Prime membership to take advantage of these offers, though Amazon does offer a free trial if you’re new to the service.

The sale is fast approaching, but you’ll need to wait a little longer for Prime Early Access to get started. Amazon’s Prime Early Access Sale kicks off at 12 a.m. PDT / 3 a.m. EDT on Oct. 11 for those in the U.S. and Canada with deals running 48 hours, through Tuesday and Wednesday. There’s a similar 12 a.m. kick off in other regions, with deals cycling out throughout the day.

We’ll be rounding up the best deals in the lead up to and during the event, so make sure to check back for the latest from the sale. — Matt Brown


Welcome to our Prime Early Access Sale live blog! We’re just getting started ahead of this week’s event and looking out for the savings you can take advantage of right now. While we’re still early, and Amazon hasn’t put its complete catalog of deals live quite yet, we’re already ramping up our coverage on one of the year’s biggest shopping events.

Windows Central will be blogging throughout the two-day event, and later I’ll be joined by other team members, rounding up our top picks from all corners of the website. In the meantime, get your wallet ready, and keep your eyes peeled as more deals start hitting the Amazon homepage.

In the meantime, we recommend ensuring you have an active Amazon Prime membership or take advantage of the generous free trial available to new subscribers during the Prime Early Access Sale. — Matt Brown, Windows Central Senior Editor

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