Laptops Direct: Full Range Overview and Buying Guidance
The main laptops category spans 1,000+ models across new and refurbished stock, targeting business users, everyday computing, gaming, creatives, and students. You can filter by price, condition (new/refurbished), intended use, brand, screen size, processor, RAM, GPU, operating system, storage type/size, features, warranty, and customer ratings.
- Brands: Apple (MacBook), Chromebook, HP, Lenovo, ASUS, Acer, MSI, Dell.
- Range: From budget Chromebooks and entry‑level Windows laptops to high‑end gaming rigs (including NVIDIA GeForce RTX 40/50 series) and the latest MacBooks.
- Delivery: Many items feature free next‑day UK delivery and bundle deals.
- Finance: 0% interest for 4 months on orders of £99+ and Pay in 3 (subject to status/terms). PayPal Credit is also available.
- Trade‑in promotions for old devices are highlighted.
Buying Guide Highlights
- Basic use (web, email, docs): Intel Core i3 / AMD Ryzen 3 with SSD is sufficient.
- Multitasking/office work: Intel Core i5/i7 or AMD Ryzen 5/7 with SSD recommended.
- Gaming: Look for high‑refresh displays and dedicated GPUs.
- Creatives: Consider touchscreens, 2‑in‑1 convertibles, or MacBooks.
- Size trade‑offs: 13-inch for portability; 15–16-inch for balanced workspace; 17-inch+ for immersive gaming.
- Refurbished: Promoted as strong value; models are tested/restored.
FAQs on the category page cover: what to consider when buying a laptop, the impact of RAM, SSD vs HDD, battery life, display resolution, and when a dedicated GPU is needed. Business buyers benefit from 7‑day sales support and B2B account management.
Sale Laptops: Key Highlights and Standout Offers
The Sale Laptops page lists 247 models (218 new, 32 refurbished) spanning business, everyday, gaming, graphic design, and student uses. Brands represented include Apple, Lenovo, HP, Dell, ASUS, MSI, and Medion, with 11.6–16-inch screens and a wide array of Intel/AMD processors and dedicated/integrated GPUs. Many items advertise free next‑day UK delivery, bundles/freebies, and warranties.
Highlighted Deals (Examples)
- Budget: Lenovo 100e Chromebook 11.6″ — £214.97 (save £27).
- Mid-range work:
- Lenovo V14/V15 (Core i5/Ryzen 5, 16GB/512GB) — from £449.97 to £499.97 (save up to £124).
- Business ultrabooks (refurbished):
- Dell Latitude / HP EliteBook / Lenovo ThinkPad (Core i5/i7, 16GB/256GB) — approximately £349–£360.
- Apple:
- MacBook Air M1 13.3″ 8/256 — £569.97 (save £129).
- MacBook Air M2 13.6″ 16/256 — £749.97 (save £249).
- MacBook Air 15″ M2 8/512 — £1,289.97 (save £309).
- Gaming:
- ASUS TUF 16″ RTX 4050 — £872.97.
- MSI Vector 16 RTX 4080 — £1,567.97 (save £532).
- Medion ERAZER Beast 16 RTX 5090 — £3,099.97 (save £599).
Finance and Extras
- 0% interest for 4 months on £99+ and Pay in 3 on £30–£2,000 (subject to status).
- PayPal Credit representative 23.9% APR (variable).
- Some listings include freebies (e.g., MSI backpack, Norton VPN, wireless mouse) and 1‑year or 2‑year warranties.
- B2B account managers available. Trade/public sector and student/key worker discounts are noted.
Gaming Laptop Sale: Performance Focus
This page lists 20 in‑stock gaming models from Medion, MSI, ASUS, Acer, and Lenovo, with free delivery to most of the UK and many available for next‑day delivery.
- Price range: Approximately £580 to £4,449, with savings up to £699.
- CPUs: Intel Core i5–i9, Intel Core Ultra 5/9, and AMD Ryzen 5/9.
- GPUs: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2050 through RTX 5090 (plus an RTX 4000 workstation option).
- Memory/Storage: 8GB–64GB RAM; 512GB–6TB SSD.
- Displays: 14″–18″, resolutions from FHD to QHD+, refresh rates 120–300Hz (144/240/300Hz common).
- Stock mix: 19 new models and one refurbished unit (ASUS ROG Strix Scar 17 with RTX 4090).
- Extras: Some include 2‑year warranties and bundle/freebies (e.g., MSI backpack, ARC Raiders).
- Finance: 0% interest for 4 months on £99+ and Pay in 3 on £30–£2,000 (subject to status).
Acer TravelMate Business Laptops: Free 3‑Year Extended Warranty
This promotion features 14 Acer TravelMate models with a free 3‑year extended warranty. The lineup spans P2, P6, and Spin series with 14–16-inch displays (Full HD or 1920×1200), typically running Windows 11/Pro.
- Processors: Intel Core i5/i7 (13th gen), Intel Core 5/7 (120U/150U), and Intel Core Ultra 5/7 (125U/125H/155U/155H/256V).
- Memory/Storage: 8–16GB RAM; 256–512GB SSD.
- Graphics/Design: Integrated/Intel graphics, lightweight designs around 1 kg, P6 with military‑grade durability, Spin with 360° touchscreen convertible functionality.
- Pricing after savings: Approximately £474–£1,488 with savings up to about £186+.
- Availability: Many in stock for next‑day delivery; some listed with upcoming delivery dates.
- Finance: 0% interest for 4 months on £99+ and Pay in 3 on £30–£2,000 (subject to status/terms).
Acer Chromebook Plus 516: Free Accessories Promotion
Two Acer Chromebook Plus 516 configurations are promoted with free accessories and next‑day delivery from stock. A “Claim FREE Accessories” link appears on each listing; the accessories themselves are not specified on the page.
- Acer Chromebook Plus 516 (i5‑1334U)
- 8GB RAM, 256GB SSD, 16″ WUXGA, Wi‑Fi 6, ChromeOS.
- Price: £469.97 (save £36); financing from £23/month; Pay in 3: £156.66.
- SKU: NX.JCLEK.006.
- In stock; delivery from tomorrow.