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On October 6, Amazon's Prime Big Deal Days begins, and we're predicting massive price drops on all kinds of tech. That doesn't mean we're taking the week off before then, though. Dell has a bunch of laptops, desktops, and monitors already discounted on Amazon, and here are eight of the most enticing deals you can grab before Big Deal Days begins. I'll keep updating this through the sale to make sure you get the best offers possible.
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Dell 15.6 Laptop Early Prime Day Deal
Looking for a capable productivity laptop that won't decimate your bank account? Amazon has a sweet 10% discount on the already affordable Dell 15 portable, a budget-priced PC that's a staple for commuters and students alike. We have an in-depth review of this unit, where we note that it feels reasonably sturdy and lightweight with an all-plastic chassis, and it handled the basics with aplomb. In this price range, an FHD screen is the best you can expect, and although we wish it were a bit brighter, Dell's ComfortView software helps reduce blue light emissions, making it comfortable to use for long periods. The addition of lifted hinges also gives the keyboard a more ergonomic angle.
Dell XPS 13 Laptop Early Prime Day Deal
For something a little more potent, the Snapdragon X Elite-powered XPS 13 is a terrific portable with high-quality components and an excellent build. We gave this one an "Excellent" rating in our review, with PCMag expert Eric Grevstad saying that it "scores high for curb appeal and price-for-performance," noting that the sturdy chassis is nearly flex-free, the Arm processor runs near the head of the pack, and with 32GB of RAM you can multitask all day. It did well in our battery testing, with nearly 15 hours of video playback on a single charge. Port selection isn't peak, with just a single USB-C on each side, but Wi-Fi 7 connectivity and Bluetooth 5.4 let you do everything wirelessly anyways. Take $200 off while you can.
Alienware Aurora 16 Gaming Laptop Early Prime Day Deal
If you're interested in PC gaming but don't want to shell out thousands for all the latest components, this is a solid deal on an Alienware machine with some very strong points. It's got a zippy Intel Core 7 processor that'll feel comfortable with all of the most popular games, and although the RTX 4050 card isn't the latest and greatest model, it's still capable enough for solid performance on the WQXGA display with nice frame rates. Build quality is solid, with an anodized aluminum lid and nice-feeling keyboard. Heat management is a major element for gaming portables, and the Aurora 6's new design that lacks a thermal shelf can run at high speeds for a long time with minimal fan noise. Snagging a gaming laptop at this level for under $1500 is a great offer.
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- Lenovo ThinkBook 14x Intel Ultra 7 512GB SSD 16GB... — $949.00 ($1,434.00) Save $485.00
- HP OmniBook 5 Intel Ultra 7 512GB SSD 16GB RAM 16"... — $899.99 ($1,549.99) Save $650.00
- Dell 16 Ryzen 7 512GB SSD 16GB RAM 16" Touch Laptop — $999.99 ($1,149.99) Save $150.00
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Dell Slim Desktop Early Prime Day Deal
An uncountable number of businesses around the world run on Dell desktops, because they deliver consistent performance at an affordable price. If you need a workhorse PC that doesn't push any boundaries, but packs enough of a punch to grind through reports, presentations, and school assignments with ease. The 14th-generation Intel Core i3 processor is a budget-priced CPU with surprising juice, and although we would prefer more memory, 8GB is enough to get things done. The case is well-built and efficiently cooled, with plenty of ports and tool-less entry for easy repairs and upgrades. It's also designed for sensitive data with a hardware TPM security chip.
Need a little more muscle in your business desktop? This Dell Pro Tower loadout has a 36% discount going into Prime Day, dropping it down to a very reasonable $770. Dell desktops are the backbone of businesses all over the world for good reason, and the Core i3 processor has what it takes for everyday productivity, along with integrated Intel 730 graphics for high-resolution output. Couple that with 16GB of RAM and a full terabyte of storage and you've got a daily driver that will last a long time. Other perks include solid wired and wireless connectivity with Gigabit Ethernet and Wi-Fi 6, along with plenty of ports for your peripherals. You'll have a hard time snagging a desktop this capable at a similar price.
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- Dell Tower Intel Ultra 5 512GB SSD 8GB RAM Desktop — $849.99 ($999.99) Save $150.00
- HP OmniDesk Intel i5 512GB SSD 16GB RAM Desktop — $974.99 ($1,299.99) Save $325.00
- Dell Tower Intel Ultra 7 512GB SSD 16GB RAM Desktop — $1,099.99 ($1,299.99) Save $200.00
- Lenovo ThinkCentre Neo 50s Intel Ultra 5 256GB SSD... — $949.00 ($1,119.00) Save $170.00
- HP OmniDesk Ryzen 7 RTX 3050 2TB SSD 16GB RAM Desktop — $1,869.99 ($1,969.99) Save $100.00
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Dell 27 All-In-One Desktop Early Prime Day Deal
Dell's all-in-one desktops are made for families—they combine simple setup with solid components to deliver a productivity and entertainment-focused PC that works for everybody. With a modern design, this model looks great in a family room, kitchen, or home office, and packs a decent silicon loadout. We have an extensive review of this model (formerly called the Inspiron all-in-one until Dell changed its product naming), where we praised its strong application performance in our benchmarking tests, sharp 1080p webcam, and spacious display. The understated design gives you an almost bezel-free monitor with a large fabric-grille speaker bar below it, and it comes with a wireless keyboard and mouse so you can make the most of the port selection.
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Dell 23.8 All-In-One Desktop Early Prime Day Deal
Amazon has a price drop on the smaller version of the above all-in-one, with slightly reduced components but still more than enough for family use. You can check the review for all of the nitty-gritty, but some strong points include a reasonably bright FHD display with 99% sRGB color coverage, Dell ComfortView Plus, and good contrast, along with a 5MP+IR camera to have you looking sharp during Zoom calls. Port selection is decent, and the inclusion of a wireless keyboard and mouse is a nice perk. We're also impressed by Dell's support, with this model including a full year of onsite service for free if you have an issue that can't be resolved remotely. While the 6% discount isn't massive, this is still a great value.
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- Lenovo ThinkCentre Neo 55a Ryzen 7 512GB SSD 24" A... — $1,099.00 ($1,469.00) Save $370.00
- HP OmniStudio X Intel Ultra 7 1TB SSD 16GB RAM 27"... — $1,569.99 ($1,829.99) Save $260.00
- Apple iMac M4 10-Core GPU 512GB SSD 24GB RAM AIO D... — $2,021.99 ($2,099.00) Save $77.01
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Dell 32 UHD Monitor Early Prime Day Deal
Need a monitor to go with your new desktop? Dell has you covered, and this is a great price for a 32-inch screen with good image quality and ergonomic features. Picture quality is solid, with 99% sRGB and 95% DCI-P3 color coverage, a 1500:1 contrast ratio, and 300 nits of brightness. ComfortView Plus blue light reduction tech helps keep it usable for long periods of time as well. The minimal podium stand lets you tilt and pivot the screen, as well as adjust its height. Finally, the built-in speakers are assertive and crisp.
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