I can't recommend this Dell laptop deal enough - this Windows 11 machine is the ultimate 'work-from-anywhere' machine in the Presidents' Day sale

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I can't recommend this Dell laptop deal enough - this Windows 11 machine is the ultimate 'work-from-anywhere' machine in the Presidents' Day sale Deals By Wayne Williams published 16 February 2026

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Finding a genuinely usable laptop around the $300 mark isn’t easy, because most models cut corners on storage, screen quality, or everyday performance. But this one I have no hesitation recommending the Dell 15 Laptop, now $330 (was $520) at Dell.

This Windows 11 laptop avoids those compromises, making it a very easy recommendation for students, remote workers, or anyone needing a dependable daily laptop without overspending.

With the Presidents' Day deal price, it puts it in a price range where you'd normally expect bare minimum specs. Instead, you get an Intel Core 3 100U processor with six cores and boost speeds up to 4.7GHz, giving enough headroom for browsing, office work, video calls, streaming, and multitasking without slowdowns.

Intel UHD graphics handle daily visuals comfortably, and Windows 11 Home comes pre-installed so you can start working straight away.

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Save US$190Dell 15 Laptop: was US$519.99 now US$329.99 at Dell

For me, this ticks all the boxes for a cheap business laptop. At $329, it’s rare to find this level of performance, with an Intel Core 3 100U processor, 8GB RAM, and a fast 512GB SSD. The 15.6 inch FHD 120Hz display and practical port selection make it ideal for everyday work.

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The 15.6 inch Full HD display helps this machine feel more premium than expected for the price. It uses a 120Hz IPS panel with anti glare coating and wide viewing angles, so scrolling feels smoother and text stays sharp whether you’re writing documents, watching videos, or working with multiple windows open at once.

You get 8GB DDR4 memory paired with a 512GB PCIe NVMe SSD, which is a decent setup for a laptop in this price range.

Ports include USB Type A, USB Type C, HDMI, an SD card slot, and a headphone jack, making it simple to connect accessories, external displays, or storage. Wireless connectivity includes WiFi 6 and Bluetooth for stable networking and easy pairing with peripherals.

The chassis measures 14.11 inches wide, 9.28 inches deep, and just 0.75 inches thick at the rear, weighing about 4.19lbs, so it’s manageable for commuting or moving around the house.

A 41WHr battery and 65W charger provide dependable everyday runtime for work or study sessions.

At $330, the Dell 15 Laptop delivers the balance most buyers actually want, a capable processor, fast SSD storage, smooth display, and practical connectivity in a laptop that feels ready for daily use from day one.

For more top picks, we've also rounded up the desktop and laptop deals in our article, The Dell Presidents' Day Sale is a goldmine of desktop and laptop deals for professionals - and the price cuts are good they feel like a serious steal.

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Save US$270Dell 16 Laptop: was US$869.99 now US$599.99 at Dell

For those who want a larger display, this is a phenomenally good upgrade, with the Dell 16 Laptop sporting an Intel Core 5 chip, 16GB RAM, and 512GB SSD storage.

View DealSave US$350Dell XPS 13 : was US$2,110.49 now US$1,760.49 at Dell

One of the best business laptops we've ever tested, it's perfect for traveling and working on the go, and in our review we named it "a powerhouse ultrabook" thanks to specs including the Intel Core Ultra 7 258V series 2 chip, 32GB RAM, and 2TB SSD.

View DealSave US$300Dell 16 Premium Laptop: was US$1,919.99 now US$1,619.99 at Dell

The Dell 16 Premium is a seriously impressive machine that, in our review, we found "beats out the MacBook Pro 16 in almost every way that matters." This laptop is equipped with an Intel Core Ultra 7 255H CPU and 16GB RAM. This model has an integrated GPU, but you can get ones with dedicated graphics cards if you need it.

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