Black Friday Chromebook deals 2024: all the early deals live right now

Black Friday Chromebook deals are kicking off with early offerings

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Black Friday Chromebook deals are starting to roll out online, offering great savings on both new and older Chromebooks.

WhileBlack Friday dealsofficially kick off on November 29, we’re seeing some great sales already like theLenovo IdeaPad Slim 3 Chromebook for just $169 at Best Buy(a$150 savings) or thisHP Chromebook Plus 15 for £279 at Currysin the UK (a£170 discount).

As more Black Friday Chromebook deals roll out over the next two weeks, I’ll be bringing all the best and latest offers as I find them, while offering advice on how to find thebest Chromebooksfor your needs at the lowest prices of the year.

As Computing Editor at TechRadar, you’d better believe that I’ve seen a laptop or two in my day. In fact, I’ve personally tested dozens of Chromebooks, and while I do most of my work on Windows these days, I’ve got a certain fondness for Google’s excellent laptop brand - not least because they tend to offer great value for money, and are easily accessible for those who aren’t super tech-savvy.

The Acer Chromebook Plus 516 GE is one of our favorite Chromebooks here at TechRadar, and it is the best example of what a ‘gaming Chromebook’ can do. While local gaming is going to be very limited (for now), cloud gaming runs great, and it has powerful specs inside to handle just about any workload you can throw at a Chromebook with ease.

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The Acer Chromebook Spin 714 is a standout Black Friday deal, combining ChromeOS’s speed and built-in Google apps for seamless productivity and entertainment. With fast startup, 10-hour battery life, and virus-free protection, it offers a worry-free experience. The 360-degree convertible design adds versatility, while 2TB of cloud storage and advanced AI tools make it ideal for work and play.

While this Lenovo Chromebook isn’t too heavy on the specs side, it’s more than enough for basic computing tasks and productivity. You do get a 1080p display and is rated for about 13.5 hours of battery life, though in real-world use (like video streaming) you’ll probably get a few hours less than that. At just $169 at Best Buy though, you’ll be hard-pressed to find as good a Chromebook this Black Friday.

This HP Chromebook Plus 15 has surprisingly good specs for a Chromebook, including a 15.6-inch, full HD (1080p) display, Intel Core i3 processor, 8GB memory, and a 128GB SSD.

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This Acer Chromebook Spin 314 isn’t a powerhouse, but its Intel Celeron N4500 processor, 4GB memory, and 128GB SSD are more than enough for basic computing tasks like streaming and web browsing. It only has an HD+ (768p) display, but it is a touch display, all of which is pretty good for under £300.

The Acer Chromebook Spin 714 is a superb Black Friday buy, offering a 14-inch full HD touchscreen with 360-degree flexibility, ideal for work and streaming. Powered by a 13th-gen Intel Core i5, 8GB RAM, and a 512GB SSD, it is more than powerful enough for some heavy-duty multitasking.

The HP Chromebook Plus 15 is an excellent Black Friday deal from Currys, blending power and convenience with ChromeOS simplicity. Its Intel Core i3 processor, 8 GB RAM, and 128 GB SSD make multitasking and app use smooth, while a 13-hour battery with fast charging supports all-day work. With a Full HD anti-glare display, WiFi 6, and ample connectivity, it’s perfect for both productivity and entertainment on the go.

The Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 3 Chromebook is a fantastic Black Friday pick, offering a 15.6-inch FHD touchscreen in a lightweight form factor. Powered by an Intel N4500 processor, 4GB memory, and 128GB storage for smooth multitasking, this isn’t the most powerful laptop going, but it’s more than enough for productivity work and video streaming—especially for under £250.

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When will the Black Friday Chromebook deals start in 2024?

While the actual Black Friday sales event takes place onNovember 29, we’re starting to see a ton of great deals land right now. There was once a time when we’d urge caution and patience - but with how early retailers kick off their sales now, it’s smart to keep your eye out as we approach Black Friday in the next two weeks in case you see a great deal pop up. Remember: once they’re gone, they’re gone.

Is Black Friday the best time to buy a Chromebook?

In truth, Black Friday is the best time buy an awful lot of things - and that definitely includes Chromebooks. In the midst of an economic downturn, people have been shrinking their budgets when it comes to tech. Fortunately, that could mean retailers have plenty of stock they want to shift, so we should see some great deals this year.

Although some Chromebooks will see a price drop prior to Black Friday that then doesn’t shift until after the sale is over, it’s worth bearing in mind that some early discounts will actually get deeper on the day itself, so patience can be valuable. Of course, if a truly excellent deal appears before November 29, it might sell out - so I’ll be sure to highlight any particularly great early-bird discounts.

Why trust TechRadar this Black Friday

We’ve covered Black Friday for over a decade here at TechRadar and we’ve learned when all the best sales start and how to uncover all of the top deals. We also monitor sales throughout the year and track the lowest prices of dozens of the most popular products, so we know a bargain when we see it.

We’ve been testing Chromebooks for as long as they’ve existed as a type of laptop (way back in 2011!), so you can be assured that we know what we’re talking about. Our testing process is rigorous, and with budget products like cheap laptops, we’re sure to take value for money into account when rendering our judgments. We’ll be using the expertise of many members of the TechRadar team when it comes to hunting down the best deals, and I’ll compile them all for your convenience right here.

Combined, we’ll bring you the best Black Friday deals on all the top-rated and well-reviewed products available to buy right now so you come away with some excellent tech at a great price.

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Christian is TechRadar’s UK-based Computing Editor. He came to us from Maximum PC magazine, where he fell in love with computer hardware and building PCs. He was a regular fixture amongst our freelance review team before making the jump to TechRadar, and can usually be found drooling over the latest high-end graphics card or gaming laptop before looking at his bank account balance and crying.

Christian is a keen campaigner for LGBTQ+ rights and the owner of a charming rescue dog named Lucy, having adopted her after he beat cancer in 2021. She keeps him fit and healthy through a combination of face-licking and long walks, and only occasionally barks at him to demand treats when he’s trying to work from home.

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