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Get a great deal on the best laptops during the Amazon Big Spring Sale
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Looking to buy a new laptop? There are plenty of great options on the market, and many of them are deeply discounted right now during the Amazon Big Spring Sale. Whether you want a reliable desktop PC or a gaming laptop to power through all the new releases this year, you’ll find a machine on sale that’s right for you.
Shop top brands like Acer, Razer, Alienware, and more to save hundreds of some of the best laptops you’ll find on Amazon. From March 20 through March 25, you’ll find dozens of models discounted, with some dropping to the lowest prices they’ve been in months. To help you find the best model for you, we’ve rounded up a few of our favorite deals below.
See a deal you like? Be sure to add it to your cart. These deals are going in and out of stock quick – and don’t forget accessories like a gaming headset or a chair. For those of you setting up remote offices, a standing desk might be a great buy, too.
Best Amazon Spring Sale laptop deals
Acer Aspire 3 laptop: $300 (9% off)
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Sometimes you just don’t need a laptop with all the RGB lighting or bells and whistles. You need a serious workhorse that can get you through your day… or a reliable computer to check email, keep up with friends and family and watch your favorite shows.
The Acer Aspire 3 is the ideal computer to handle all that. It’s super thin and lightweight, but it’s still perfectly capable of multitasking, handling demanding tasks, and more, all for just $300 right now during the Amazon Big Spring Sale.
This configuration offers a AMD Ryzen 3 7320U processor, 8GB of RAM, and 128GB of SSD storage. Its 15.6-inch 1080p display offers crisp colors and great viewing angles, and its keyboard feels great to use for long periods of time, too – in case you need a nice, comfortable word processing machine. It’s also equipped with a webcam and Wi-Fi compatibility. And with an 11-hour battery life, this computer can get you through your entire workday.
Right now, get the Acer Aspire 3 for just $300, which is 9% off its normal price of $330.
Acer Nitro 5 gaming laptop: $1,100 (15% off)
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Planning on trying some of the newest games? This gaming laptop could make a great machine for beginners. It’s not only affordable, but also a quality laptop that has everything you need to run some of the biggest, baddest games around.
It boasts an Intel Core i7-12650H 10-core CPU, an Nvidia GeForce RTX 460 GPU with 8GB of RAM, and a 1 TB SSD. Pair that with a 15.6-inch HD display with a 144hz refresh rate and a backlit keyboard, and you’ve got yourself a veritable powerhouse that’s perfect for entry-level and veteran gamers alike.
Its bright, crisp display is comfortable to look at for hours on end as well, and its graphics setup is strong enough to power through even new games like “Dragon’s Dogma 2.”
You can get this gaming laptop during Amazon’s Big Spring Sale for $1,100, which is 15% off its normal price of $1,300.
Asus ZenBook Pro Duo laptop: $1,889 (10% off)
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This touchscreen-enhanced laptop is the perfect marriage of style and practicality. It has a 15.6-inch OLED 4K display with eye-popping colors, but look down and you’ll also see another 4K matte touchscreen. Use it to expand your screen real estate, or put it to work as a second display. It’s one of the coolest features we’ve seen in a laptop, and definitely one of the most useful.
It’s powered by a 12th generation Intel Core i9 processor and an Nvidia GeForce RTX 3070 Ti GPU, so it’s more than capable of handling both normal office tasks and games if you’re interested in trying a few here or there. It also has 1 TB SSD with 32GB of RAM, so it’s no slouch by any means.
If you love getting things done and want a laptop with a fun additional function that makes sense for your fast-paced lifestyle, this model is a no-brainer.
Right now, it’s on sale for $1,889, which is 10% off its normal price of $2,099.
Acer Predator Helios 300 gaming laptop: $1,380 (8% off)
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Check out this Acer Predator Helios 300 gaming laptop that Amazon has on sale right now for 24% off. This sale brings the price down to $1,145 – a savings of $355.
In addition to a 15.6-inch Full HD (1,920 x 1,080 pixel resolution) display with a maximum brightness of 300 nits, this Windows laptop comes equipped with a 9th Gen Intel Core i7-9750H processor and GeForce GTX 1660 Ti GPU. You also get 16GB of RAM and 512GB of internal storage.
One of the best things about this gaming laptop is its backlit keyboard that offers programmable RGB lighting. Keep in mind, this computer was originally released in 2019 and it comes with Windows 10 Home preinstalled. Battery life is up to six hours.
Head to Amazon to get this laptop for $1,380, which is 8% off its normal price.
Razer Blade 16 gaming laptop: $3,701 (14% off)
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If you’d like a souped-up, 2023 version of the Razer Blade 16 gaming laptop that’s powered by a 13th Gen Intel i9-13950HX processor and a GeForce RTX 4090 GPU, with 32GB of RAM and a 2TB SSD for storage, Amazon has you covered with this limited-time deal. You’ll save $300, allowing you to purchase it for $4,000.
The 16-inch dual mode mini-LED display offers stunning 4K resolution with a 120Hz refresh rate and a maximum brightness of 1,000 nits. Or it can provide FHD+ resolution at a refresh rate up to 240Hz. And of course, the display offers 100% DCI-P3 color accuracy. In other words, you’ll be getting the processing and graphics power needed to experience any and all of your favorite AAA games.
Windows 11 comes preinstalled on this gaming laptop, which weighs in at 5.4 pounds. Whether you’re shopping for yourself or a hard-core gamer in your life, this Razer Blade 16 will provide a top-notch gaming experience.
Get this laptop at Amazon for just $3,702 right now, which is 14% off its normal price.
MSI GF63 15″ gaming laptop: $564 (19% off)
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Designed for a more casual gamer, the MSI GF63 is equipped with a 15-inch FHD display with a 144Hz refresh rate. It’s powered with an Intel i5-11400H processor and Nvidia GeForce RTX 3050 GPU. The configuration includes 16GB of RAM and a 512GB SSD for storage.
Head over to Walmart to save big on this gaming laptop. During Walmart’s pre-Christmas sale, you’ll pay just $590 — and enjoy a savings of $109. It comes with Windows 11 pre-installed and battery life is up to seven hours.
Get this laptop for just $564 right now, which is 19% off its usual price.
Acer Nitro 17 gaming laptop: $1,100 (8% off)
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This laptop is powered using an AMD Ryzen 7-7736HS Octa-core CPU and Nvidia GeForce RTX 4050 GPU. It’s configured with a 17.3-inch (1,920 x 1,080 pixel resolution) FHD IPS display that offers a 165Hz refresh rate. You also get 16GB of RAM and a 1TB SSD for storage.
Whether the computer is connected to the internet via Wi-Fi 6E or Ethernet, it can establish a super-quick connection. And it comes with a nice collection of ports. For audio, the Nitro 17 is equipped with two speakers that support DTS:X Ultra to generate spatial audio. It also comes with a protective sleeve.
Amazon has this laptop on sale right now for $1,100, or 8% off its normal price.
Alienware M17R5 gaming laptop: $1,550 (18% off)
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Serious gamers know that Alienware makes some of the most powerful and feature-packed gaming laptops on the market. This configuration of the popular Alienware M17R5 gaming laptop utilizes a large 17.3-inch FHD display with a 480Hz refresh rate. For a limited time, the computer is on sale for $1,550.
This gaming laptop is equipped with an AMD Ryzen 9-6900HX CPU and GeForce RTX 3080 GPU, along with 32GB of RAM and a 1TB SSD for storage. The built-in speakers support Dolby Atmos, so they’re able to generate immersive spatial audio. Gamers also get access to auto-tuned game profiles, intuitive overclocking options and new AlienFX settings.
Snag this laptop for just $1,550 right now, which is 18% off its usual price.
2023 Asus ROG Strix G16: $1,300 (7% off)
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Here’s a chance to get your hands on the 2023 version of the popular and powerful Asus ROG Strix G16 gaming laptop at a great discount, once again thanks to the Big Spring Sale.
The computer is equipped with a 16-inch FHD (1,920 x 1,200 pixel resolution) display with a 165Hz refresh rate. It’s powered using a 13th Gen Intel Core i7-13650HX processor and GeForce RTX 4060 GPU. This version of the Asus ROG Strix G16 is configured with 16GB of RAM and a 512GB SSD for storage. It supports Wi-Fi 6E for wireless connectivity.
Gamers will appreciate this laptop’s full-size keyboard with 1.9mm travel distance. It uses the company’s “Overstroke technology” which reduces key actuation and improves responsiveness.
If you need a gaming laptop, Asus is a great manufacturer – and this sale won’t last long. Grab this unit from Amazon for just $1,300 or 7% off its usual price.
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Floods, landslides struck parts of Bosnia as residents slept, leaving at least 16 dead and several missing
A severe rainstorm struck Bosnia overnight Friday, killing at least 16 people in floods and landslides in several towns and villages in central and southern parts of the country, with surging waters rushing into people’s homes as they were sleeping.
Rescue services in the south said several people were missing and called on volunteers and the army to assist as roads were closed and houses left without electricity.
Josip Kalem, a resident of Fojnica, one of the towns hit by the floods, said his dog’s barking woke him up at around 4 a.m. When he came out on the terrace, he saw the water rising rapidly.
“I came down, woke up my wife, and we looked around, we could not get out of the house. We saw more and more water coming in,” he said. “All of a sudden, the water was flooding the garage, basement, my car — everything. The water swept it all away, including my dog. Flood took it downstream.”
Andja Milesic, another resident of Fojnica, also said she was caught by surprise in the middle of the night.
“When I woke up, my bedroom floor was already soaked. I walked into the hallway — water was everywhere — the living room, everywhere,” she said. “It was horrible.”
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Darko Juka, a spokesman for the local administration, said at least 14 people had died in and around the southern town of Jablanica. Officials later said two more bodies have been found.
“Those are the ones who have been discovered by rescuers,” he said. “We still don’t know the final death toll.”
“I don’t remember such a crisis since the war,” Juka said referring to the 1992-95 war in Bosnia that left the country in ruins. “The scale of this chaotic situation is harrowing.”
Defense Minister Zukan Helez told N1 regional television that troops have been engaged to help and that the casualties were reported.
Helez said that “hour after hour we are receiving news about new victims. … Our first priority is to save the people who are alive and buried in houses where the landslides are.”
A pregnant woman lost her baby after she was rescued from the floods and transferred to a hospital in the regional center of Mostar. Authorities said doctors were fighting for her life as well. Separately, a child was successfully rescued and hospitalized, local officials said.
Rescue services in the towns of Jablanica and Kiseljak said the power was off overnight and mobile phones lost their signal.
The Jablanica fire station said that the town was completely inaccessible because roads and trainlines were closed.
“The police informed us that the railroad is also blocked,” the state rescue service said in a statement. “You can’t get in or out of Jablanica at the moment. Landline phones are working, but mobile phones have no signal.”
It urged people not to venture out on the flooded streets.
Human-caused climate change increases the intensity of rainfall because warm air holds more moisture. This summer, the Balkans were also hit by long-lasting record temperatures, causing a drought. Scientists said the dried-out land has hampered the absorption of floodwaters.
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Drone footage broadcast on Bosnian media showed villages and towns completely submerged under water, while videos on social networks showed dramatic scenes of muddy torrents and damaged roads.
One of the busiest roads linking Sarajevo with the Adriatic coast via Jablanica was swept into a river, together with a railway line in a huge landslide, according to photos.
“Many people are endangered because of big waters and landslides. There is information about victims and many injured and missing persons,” said the civic protection service.
Authorities urged people to stay on the upper floors of their homes. Reports said surging waters swept away domestic animals and cars as the water swiftly filled up lower floors of buildings.
The heavy rains and strong winds were also reported in neighboring Croatia, where several roads were closed and the capital of Zagreb prepared for the swollen Sava River to burst its banks.
Heavy winds have hampered traffic along the southern coast of the Adriatic Sea, and flash floods caused by heavy rain threatened several towns and villages in Croatia.
Floods caused by torrential rains were also reported in Montenegro, south of Bosnia, where some villages were cut off and roads and homes flooded.
In 2014, floodwaters triggered more than 3,000 landslides across the Balkans, laying waste to entire towns and villages and disturbing land mines leftover from the region’s 1990s war, along with warning signs that marked the unexploded weapons.
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