I found 7 of Best Buy's greatest Presidents' Day laptops discounted up to 50% — never worry about missing work deadlines again
Struggling to find a new and reliable laptop? Presidents' Day is here to save the day, and I already found the best bargains.
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President's Day is here, and Best Buy is offering PC users from all walks of life a one-day chance to purchase some enticing laptops and PCs for a more affordable price.
So we have rounded up some of Best Buy's best discounted laptops for your perusal, whether they're for premium-priced workhorses like the ASUS Zenbook S16 for $999.99, or more affordable, casual-use laptops like the ASUS Vivobook 16 for $399.99.
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"While ASUS leans into the hype of AMD's 50 TOPS NPU in the all-new Ryzen AI processors, most of the Zenbook S 16's appeal lies elsewhere, like in its gorgeous 3K OLED screen. Still, you shouldn't ignore the XDNA 2 NPU's subtle part in boosting the potential battery life here to a fantastic 13 hours." — Ben Wilson, Senior Editor
Windows Central review: ⭐⭐⭐⭐½
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The OmniBook X Flip 16" comes equipped with a 16-inch 2K touchscreen with IPS, an AMD Ryzen AI 5 340 Processor with AMD Ryzen AI (50 NPU TOPS), 16GB RAM, 512GB of storage, and more.
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"Slightly smaller and more affordable, the Surface Pro 12-inch retains Microsoft's premium design, albeit with a few corners cut." ~ Daniel Rubino
Windows Central review: ⭐⭐⭐⭐½
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"Powered by Qualcomm's new Snapdragon X processor and now with a stunning 120Hz OLED display and flexible Flex Keyboard, Microsoft's new Surface Pro 11 is the most exciting version since the original Surface Pro. Excellent performance and battery life make this Copilot+ PC a must-recommend." — Daniel Rubino, Editor-in-Chief
Windows Central review: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
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"Since the Galaxy Book5 Pro 360 features the newest Lunar Lake Intel Core Ultra Series 2 processors, it offers far better performance than Series 1 AI PCs. Despite the beautiful 16-inch AMOLED and full number pad, this 2-in-1 is relatively thin and sleek." ~ Rebecca Spear, Former Gaming and News Editor
Windows Central Review: ⭐⭐⭐⭐½
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"Microsoft's Surface Laptop 7 is the clamshell form factor perfected. With a gorgeous new design, incredible keyboard and trackpad, smooth 120Hz display, good all-day battery life, and excellent Snapdragon X Elite processor under the hood, this is the laptop to beat in 2024." ~ Zac Bowden, Senior Editor.
Windows Central review: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
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The ASUS Vivobook 16 is an office worker's optimal companion piece for blowing through paperwork, thanks to its AMD Ryzen AI 5 300 CPU, 60Hz 16-inch WUXGA Display, 16GB of RAM, 512GB SSD, built-in Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth, and more.
What are the hottest laptop deals overall for Presidents' Day?
Out of all the discounted laptops on this list, the ones I recommend the most for high-level performance rates while staying under $1,000 are the ASUS Zenbook A 16 for $999.99 at Best Buy, and the Microsoft Surface Pro 12-inch for $699.99 at Best Buy.
The ASUS Zenbook A16 is a top-class Copilot+ PC whose hardware power can go keycap-to-keycap with some of the best Windows laptops out there.
It's equipped with a beautiful 3K OLED screen with 120Hz refresh rates, a sleek yet durable design, 78Whr batteries that can last over 13 hours, built-in Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 5.4 connectivity, 24GB of RAM, and an AMD Ryzen AI 9 365 CPU with an NPU capable of 50 TOPS to greatly boost its performance rates for AI and non-AI empowered tasks.
Meanwhile, Microsoft's Surface Pro 12-inch laptop cuts a few corners compared to the critically-acclaimed Surface Pro 11 for a lower price while retaining much of its premium counterpart's hardware specs.
It's equipped with a Snapdragon X Plus CPU that gives it great performance rates when running productivity apps or searching for information online, a 12-inch display capable of 2196x1464 resolutions and 90Hz refresh rates, a storage unit of 512GB, 16GB of RAM, and a thin fanless design that makes it easy to carry.
FAQ
What is Presidents' Day?
Presidents' Day is a national holiday in the USA that has been held since the late 1800s to honor and celebrate all of America's Presidents who served the country and guided the country.
For this event, several retailers have begun hosting discount deals as part of the Presidents' Days on various products, including home appliances, video game accessories, laptops, electronics, and more.
What does Presidents Day commence?
Presidents' Day starts on February 16, 2026, which so happens to be right now.
How long will these deals last?
Most of these discount deals at Best Buy will expire when Presidents' Day concludes on February 16, 2026.
Is Best Buy open to visit on Presidents' Day?
Despite the national holiday closing various stores across the USA, Best Buy is still open for business both online and locally. Be sure to check Best Buy's Store Location section on its website for specific opening times on stores in your local area.
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Alexander Cope is a gaming veteran of 30-plus years, primarily covering PC and Xbox games here on Windows Central. Gaming since the 8-bit era, Alexander's expertise revolves around gaming guides and news, with a particular focus on Japanese titles from the likes of Elden Ring to Final Fantasy. Alexander is always on deck to help our readers conquer the industry's most difficult games — when he can pry himself away from Monster Hunter that is!
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