Cyber Monday laptop deals: when do they start?

Cyber Monday takes place the Monday after Black Friday. This year, Cyber Monday is happening on November 28, 2022. 📅

While the line between Black Friday and Cyber Monday is getting blurrier each after, Cyber Monday is better known for discounts on electronics, of course including laptops. 💻

This means laptops will be getting a lot of attention around the end of November. Some retailers even offer early deals starting from the middle of the month.

While it’s true you’ll see some price cuts on popular laptops, they’re usually very limited-supply offers. Not to mention, it’s only one day of the year. 😪

So what if you want to save big on a laptop any other time of the year? For that, we have to look at refurbished laptops and compare their prices to the prices of new laptops during Cyber Monday.

Are the Cyber Monday laptop UK prices much cheaper?

Many Windows and Macbooks will be on sale for Cyber Monday 2022. But judging by the sales that happened during Cyber Monday 2021, they won’t actually be that much cheaper. 

We’d guess that the average price cut on a Cyber Monday laptop is around 15% from its regular retail price. Obviously, it depends on the particular model and retailer, but that’s our rough estimation looking at the 2021 offers. 

If you’re looking for the absolute best laptop money can buy, sure, it might be worth waiting since even 15% would be a big reduction off a $2,000 laptop.

However, we don’t think most people need the absolute best laptop money can buy. Most people just need good performance in a portable form factor. ❗ Don’t be sold on an expensive computer if you just need something for school or work, watching videos, maybe some light gaming, etc.

Unfortunately, most of those budget-friendly laptops don’t get great discounts during Cyber Monday. Fortunately, thanks to the shoppers who think it’s necessary to buy a new laptop every year, slightly older second-hand laptops are much cheaper elsewhere: refurbished marketplaces.

If you compare the price of a new current-edition laptop to its refurbished previous-generation version – now you’re looking at big savings. Here on Back Market, you can expect to save 30-70% on a refurbished laptop compared to new prices. 😲

Again, these are laptops that are just as capable and reliable as new laptops! We doubt most people would notice a 10% boost in performance throughout daily use, but we do think everyone would appreciate an extra 25% off! 💸

Now, everyone has their preferences in terms of what operating system, brand and specs they prefer. But for the sake of simplicity, let’s look at just a couple of examples between MacBook vs Windows laptop deals.

Deals on a Cyber Monday MacBook?

MacBooks are some of the most popular laptops available on the market right now. From the ultralight-weight MacBook Air to the powerful and robust MacBook Pro, most people can find a model that works for them. 

Apple laptops are more expensive than their Windows counterparts though – even if you compare refurbished models. You’re looking at prices starting at £999 and going all the way up to £5,899 for a new MacBook. 

The good news though is that MacBooks usually last for a long time. Apple is known for its stellar software support and excellent construction quality, and it isn’t unusual for people to hold onto their Macs for 5+ years.

If you want a Cyber Monday MacBook deal, well, you won’t find it on Apple’s website. It’s common knowledge that Apple never drops prices for limited-time sales. Some retailers may offer slight discounts, but again, we’re looking to save big. 

So to do that, consider a refurbished MacBook for Cyber Monday. As one example, the 2020 M1 MacBook Air sells for £999 brand new. The same laptop is currently available refurbished for £765, a 23% discount.

👉 A few buying tips: If you want something as future-proof as possible, we suggest buying one that’s only a few years old. If you just need something for light browsing or travel, you don’t need to worry much about processing power and performance – basically, anything within the last 10 years will work fine. Apple has been making great laptops for a long time!

Windows laptops as Cyber Monday PC deals?

Not everyone likes MacBooks. Personally, I prefer the Windows operating system to macOS myself, and I’ve been a PC user my whole life!

Unfortunately, buying a Windows laptop can be a bit of a hit-or-miss. Only one company makes MacBooks; hundreds make Windows laptops. That means there’s a ton of variance in terms of quality. 🤔

One safe bet if you want a reliable brand that makes reliable laptops: Lenovo. They’re known for making high-end laptops aimed at businesses, but that isn’t all they do! They do also make affordable and well-built laptops for everyday consumers. 

For example, if you want a thin Lenovo laptop that is comparable to the MacBook Air, we’d suggest the 14-inch ThinkPad X1 Carbon. It's a thin ultrabook hailed by many reviewers for its build and performance. 

Brand new, this laptop with an Intel Core i7-8550U chip, 16GB RAM, and a 256 GB SSD was going for £2,435. Still very costly, actually! However, a refurbished Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon is available for £629 – a whopping 75% off. 😳 Same laptop, same configuration, similar condition, totally different pricing. 

Any way you look at it, Cyber Monday PC deals won’t come close to the savings you can earn buying refurbished computers. 

👉 Key buying tips: Before buying a Windows laptop, it’s important to take a close look at the age of the processor and battery. These laptops can start feeling old about 4-5 years after their release. Thankfully, a perk of Windows laptops and PCs is that they’re easier to repair than Apple MacBooks so you can have those components replaced!

Why look for refurbished Cyber Monday laptop deals in the UK?

We think we’ve made the point clear: refurbished laptops are the best options if you’re looking for the best deal possible. Cyber Monday and Black Friday and other sales events can’t compete!

Beyond the price savings, it’s also worth considering refurbished items since they’re better for the environment. Especially for tech, there is tons of e-waste created each year in November as a result of Holiday shopping. 😔

All refurbished items sold on Back Market include a 12-month warranty and 30 days to change your mind. We also extensively screen all our certified refurbishing experts – and our standards are high! ☝ You basically never need to worry about buying an item that doesn’t work! 

If you’re not ready to buy a Cyber Monday MacBook or Windows computer, that’s quite all right too. Cyber Monday isn’t the only day that we have special deals. 😎 You can check back anytime on our website, and you’ll be sure to find something appealing during any season.