Dell back-to-school sale 2024: Best deals for students and educators

Dell Inspiron 15: $549 $449 @ Dell
Dell's back-to-school sale takes $100 off the Dell Inspiron 15 — one of the best laptops for college students and remote workers. We didn't get to test this laptop, however, Dell Inspiron 15 reviews at Dell averaging 4.3 out of 5 stars. Happy owners praise its excellent performance, speed, and good graphics. Others rave about its superb build quality and attractive design.

Features: 15.6-inch FHD (1920 x 1080) 250-nit 120Hz anti-glare display, Intel Core i5-1235U 10-core CPU, 16GB RAM, AMD Radeon graphics, 512GB SSD, HD camera with mic, stereo speakers, Windows 11 Home 

Dell Inspiron 16: $899 $749 @ Dell
This limited-time Dell back-to-school laptop deal takes $150 off the Dell Inspiron 16. We didn't get to test this exact laptop, but we've positively reviewed Dell's Inspiron 16 2-in-1 and Inspiron Plus laptops. The design of all Inspiron 16 laptops is very similar, and that was one of our favorite things about the 2-in-1 and the Plus. 

Features: 16-inch FHD+ (1920 x 1200) 250-nit 60Hz anti-glare display, AMD Ryzen 7 8840U 8-core CPU, AMD Radeon graphics, 16GB RAM, 1TB SSD storage, Windows 11 Pro

Dell XPS 13 Copilot+ PC: $1,299 $1,099 @ Dell
Lowest price! The new Dell XPS 13 Copilot+ PC is $200 off for a limited time at Dell. This is the first XPS series laptop to feature CoPilot+, a powerful on-device AI that delivers cutting-edge responsiveness and unmatched speed. With this laptop as your companion, you'll effortlessly breeze through demanding creative tasks and multitasking.

Features: 13.4-inch FHD+ (1920 x 1200) 500-nit anti-glare 120Hz display, Qualcomm Snapdragon X Elite 12-core CPU, 16GB RAM, Qualcomm Adreno GPU, 512GB SSD, graphite backlit keyboard with fingerprint reader, Windows 11 Home with Copilot+

Dell XPS 13 OLED (2024) $2,059 $1,749 @ Dell
The Dell XPS 13 OLED is $310 off for a limited time at Dell. We reviewed the 14-inch Dell XPS OLED laptop and rated it 4 out of 5 stars for its fast, reliable performance, vibrant OLED display, and good battery life. We expect its 13-inch sibling in this deal to be as impressive. 

Features: 13.4-inch 3K (2880 x 1800) 400-nit anti-glare OLED display, Intel Core Ultra 7 155H 16-core CPU, 32GB RAM, Intel Arc graphics, 1TB SSD, quad-speakers,1080p RGB camera with dual mics, platinum backlit keyboard with fingerprint reader, Windows 11 Pro

Alienware m18 R2 RTX 4070: $2,499 $2,099 @ Dell
Save $400 on the powerful Alienware m18 R2 gaming laptop. Although we didn't get our hands on this exact laptop, in our Alienware m16 R2 review, we praise its excellent design, gaming and productivity performance. We expect the RTX 40 series m18 R2 to be on par with its 16-inch sibling. 

Features: 18-inch QHD+ (2560 x 1600) 165Hz display, Intel Core i9 14900HX 24-core CPU, Nvidia GeForce RTX 4070 GPU with 8GB VRAM, 32GB of RAM, 1TB SSD, AlienFX RGB backlit (per-key) M-series keyboard, Windows 11 Pro

Alienware x14 R2 RTX 4060: $1,999 $1,499 @ Dell
Save $500 on the Alienware x14 R2 gaming laptop with RTX 4060 graphics. We haven't gotten the chance to test drive the Alienware x14 R2 just yet, but based on our experience with the Alienware x14 R1 (which we gave four stars), we have high expectations for the newer model. 

Features: 14-inch QHD+ (2560 x 1600) 300-nit 165Hz display, Intel Core i7-13620H 10-core CPU, 16GB RAM, Nvidia GeForce RTX 4060 GPU with 8GB VRAM, 1TB SSD, 1080p RGB+IR camera with dual-mics, stereo speakers, AlienFX keyboard, Windows 11 Home

Dell G16 RTX 4070: $1,749 $1,299 @ Dell
One of the best Dell back-to-school deals knocks $450 off the Dell G16 Gaming Laptop. Dell G16 series laptops are known for impressive gaming performance, sturdy build quality, and outstanding productivity potential. 

Features: 16-inch QHD+ (2560 x 1600) 240Hz display, Nvidia G-Sync, Intel Core i9-13900HX 24-core CPU, 16GB RAM, Nvidia GeForce RTX 4070 GPU w/ 8GB VRAM, 1TB SSD, 720p RGB camera with dual-array microphones, dual speakers, Windows 11 Home

Alienware AW2724DM 27" QHD Gaming Monitor: $379 $299 @ Dell
If you want the immersive benefits of a large 27-inch monitor and a lighter hit to your wallet, check out this AW2724DM monitor from Alienware. It features a vibrant Fast IPS display panel and offers QHD (2560 x 1440) resolution, a 165Hz refresh rate, and a speedy 1ms response time.

Alienware AW2723DF 27" QHD Gaming Monitor: $579 $499 @ Dell
In my experience, a 27-inch gaming monitor tends to be the best choice for most gamers. It's large enough to be immersive, but not insanely expensive like 32- or 24-inch monitors. The AW2723DF monitor features a Fast IPS Nano Color display panel, QHD (2560 x 1440) resolution, 1ms response time, and an incredibly smooth 280Hz refresh rate. 

Alienware AW3225QF 32" 4K QD-OLED Curved Gaming Monitor: $1,199 $999 @ Dell
If you're looking for a monitor that will truly upgrade your gaming setup, look no further than the Alienware AW3225QF. With its 4K resolution, 0.03ms response time, smooth 240Hz refresh rate, and vibrant 31.6-inch OLED curved panel, it's no wonder this monitor earned 4 out of 5 stars in our review.

Dell UltraSharp 32" 4K Video Conferencing Monitor: $1,199 $899 @ Dell
Save a whopping $300 on the Dell UltraSharp 32 4K Video Conferencing Monitor (U3223QZ). We reviewed and rated its big sibling, the Dell UltraSharp 40 Curved Monitor 4 out of 5 stars for its high color gamut and ample port selection. 

Features: 31.5-inch 4K (3840 x 2160) 60Hz IPS panel, height, swivel, tilt adjustable, 100% sRGB color gamut, 1 x HDMI (HDCP 2.2) port, 1 x DisplayPort 1.4 (HDCP 2.2) 4 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 ports, headphone jack

Dell EcoLoop Pro Slim Backpack: $49 @ Dell
The Dell EcoLoop Pro Slim Backpack costs just under $50. Keep your laptop, tablet, and everyday essentials securely protected within the eco-friendly Dell EcoLoop Pro Slim Backpack 15, a slim-fit backpack designed for work and beyond.

Dell Rugged Escape Backpack: $79 $73 @ Dell
Pick up the Dell Rugged Escape Backpack for $73. Made of durable material, it withstands the elements and offers the ultimate laptop protection when you're on the move. 

Alienware Horizon Travel Backpack 18: $149 $119 @ Dell
Save $30 on the Alienware Horizon Travel Backpack 18. As its name implies, it fits laptops up to 18-inches and is made for the on-the-go lifestyle. It's made of 840D weather-resistant fabric and EVA foam and is shockproof to protect your laptops and belongings.

Features: Weather-resistant, shockproof, padded shoulder strap, padded back, RFID blocking pocket, TSA friendly, anti-scratch interior, eco-friendly solution-dyeing process