The laptop market is pretty huge in 2021, which is no surprise considering how many people rely on these portable PCs every day. One of the more interesting developments to come to this space very recently is the 2-in-1. These unique convertibles feature fold-flat touch displays that let you use the computer much like a tablet, adding a lot of versatility to an otherwise standard laptop design. They’re not as cutting-edge as they were a few years ago, too, which means that you no longer have to pay out the nose to get a good one. So if you’ve been thinking of giving one a try, read on to see the best 2-in-1 laptop deals and sales available this month.
Today’s best 2-in-1 laptop deals
The HP Envy x360 13 2-in-1 has great hardware and a gorgeous Full HD fold-flat touchscreen. It even includes a stylus pen.
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Looking for a modern 2-in-1 with up-to-date hardware that doesn’t cost an arm and a leg? This HP Pavilion x360 is a highly versatile convertible work machine that won’t break the bank.
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Designed for everyday versatility, the Lenovo Chromebook Flex 3 is a laptop that can convert into a screen or tablet in seconds, making it perfect for students and professionals working on-the-go.
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This clever 2-in-1 works as a traditional laptop, but can be flipped over and used with a stylus — perfect for artists and graphic designers. Its 13.5-inch 2K 3:2 touch display is also beautiful.
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When dealing with heavy-duty office work, the Inspiron 17 2-in-1 laptop is more than ready with the demand thanks to its high-performance processor and gorgeous 17-inch Quad HD+ touch display.
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Aside from its powerful hardware, the IdeaPad Flex 5 also features a 14-inch fold-flat touchscreen for easy multitasking and immersive entertainment.
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This deal bags you an excellent 2-in-1 laptop that doubles as a tablet, making it perfect for carrying on the go and sitting down to some serious work wherever you are.
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Get the best of both worlds with this 2-in-1 laptop/smart tablet from Lenovo. The laptop powered by AMD Ryzen is thin, has a widescreen display, and is easy and comfortable to use and set up.
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If the 4K Galaxy Chromebook is too pricey, this one still gets you a gorgeous 1080p QLED display. Add that to a 2-in-1 design, and you get a portable laptop that’s perfect for work and study.
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Boasting a QHD 3:2 display with crystal clear visuals, the Acer Chromebook Spin 713 is exceptionally versatile in both form and function, capable of rotating and handling a laptop’s workload and more.
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Say goodbye to interrupted work or game time as the Lenovo Flex 5 2-in-1 is packed with a reliable battery life of 10 hours for extended use. It also features a 14-inch fold-flat touchscreen.
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The unique Lenovo IdeaPad Duet 2-in-1 laptop/tablet hybrid is one of our favorite Chromebooks, and if you need some extra storage, this one is a great pick.
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The Kano 2-in-1 tablet/laptop hybrid is one of the cheapest Windows PCs you can buy right now and would be the perfect first machine for a young techie.
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Use this versatile compact laptop in tent, tablet, or laptop mode. At just over 2.5 pounds, you can easily take this machine on the go for collaborative work on your Google apps.
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If you’re looking for a reasonably sized 2-in-1 with nice-sized hardware capabilities for work, the 13-inch HP Envy packs a punch with its 11th-gen CPU.
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The unique ConceptD 3 Ezel convertible touchscreen laptop is purpose-built for creative users, with a unique easel-like display hinge that gives you more adaptability than your typical 2-in-1.
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Whether you need a tablet or a laptop to work, Dell can provide you with both in one device: the Inspiron 14 7000 2-in-1. Now, taking notes or making sketches is easier and more convenient.
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Who says you can’t have a laptop and a tablet in one? With the Surface Book 3’s detachable keyboard, you can have it all, along with plenty of storage, tons of RAM, and a beefy Intel Core processor.
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For your multitasking needs, the HP Envy x360 15 has you covered. It’s powered by a solid Ryzen processor and features a 2-in-1 convertible touchscreen for do-it-all versatility.
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This Chromebook is unlike any other, as it’s all about luxury, from its 4K OLED display to its durable (and attractive) aluminum finish.
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The Samsung Chromebook Plus V2 is geared for productivity with the full Google experience. With a powerful battery, fast processor, and 2-in-1 design, it is also perfect for presentations.
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In a crowded sea of 2-in-1s, the Lenovo Yoga 6 is a sleeper hit. This 13-inch convertible is a great size and packs great hardware for an affordable everyday work and entertainment machine.
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With a vibrant 4K display, great hardware, and a gorgeous gem-cut design, the HP Spectre x360 is easily the best 2-in-1 Windows laptop you can buy right now.
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With a 360-degree hinge, you can easily flip this laptop’s screen in any way you want to suit your current needs. It’s powered by an Intel Core m3 CPU and 4GB RAM for smooth basic everyday computing.
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If you want the Type Cover Keyboard along with some boosted power and storage, this is a nice deal on the latest Surface Pro 7 with better specs than the entry-level model.
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Lenovo’s 10-inch Chromebook Duet is a unique 2-in-1 laptop that can pull double duty as a standalone tablet thanks to its completely detachable keyboard and vibrant 1200p touchscreen.
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The HP Envy x360 can adapt to whatever you need it for. It boasts a 360-degree hinge for form versatility and has a touchscreen which further expands its functionality and convenience.
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Looking to switch to a 2-in-1 but don’t want to give up hardware performance? The Dell Inspiron 14 can get you there thanks to its gorgeous 14-inch touch display and new Ryzen 7 CPU.
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From streaming to video editing, the Dell Inspiron 14 7000 can handle it all. Along with powerful performance, this 2-in-1 boasts a lovely touchscreen.
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Need a complete Windows bundle? This package deal gets you the Surface Pro 7 with Type Cover keyboard — a must-have addition that turns this tablet into one of our favorite 2-in-1s.
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How to choose a 2-in-1 laptop
Convertible laptops have really taken off over the past decade and pretty much every major computer maker under the sun carries at least a few 2-in-1s under its umbrella, and they’re actually some of the best laptops on the shelves. HP, Dell, Lenovo, Acer, and Asus are arguably the “big five” brands you’ll see the most while shopping for 2-in-1 laptop deals (Samsung is a newer player worth mentioning as well), and you can’t really go wrong with any of the big names such as these. It really just comes down to what you need and what you’re willing to spend. Acer and Asus offer a lot of budget-oriented laptops, while the other makers span the full range of prices you’re likely to see.
Some specific models to look for on the cheaper end of the spectrum include the Asus VivoBook and Flip, Acer Spin, Lenovo IdeaPad and Yoga, HP Pavilion and Envy, and Dell Inspiron lines. You’ll find plenty of 2-in-1 laptop deals in the sub-$1,000 price bracket. If you want something more high-end, then some of the best 2-in-1 laptop models include Dell XPS, HP Spectre, and Lenovo ThinkPad (particularly the ThinkPad X) lines. These top-tier ultrabooks offer better hardware along with superior build quality, enhanced displays, overall sleeker designs, and some other value-added features over their cheaper counterparts.
After setting your budget, you’ll first have to decide which operating system you want. This is a binary choice: Windows or Chrome OS. As of now, Apple hasn’t jumped onto the 2-in-1 laptop bandwagon, so don’t expect to see any MacBook deals while poking through these 2-in-1 laptop sales. We imagine that Apple will come around eventually (although the company remains on the bleeding edge of mobile device technology, its Mac computers have lagged behind the competition a bit), but there’s no telling when that will happen. If you’re a die-hard Mac fan, you’ll have to live without a 2-in-1 for now.
Chances are that, like most people, you probably use and are most familiar with Windows PCs, but Chromebooks — laptops that run on Google’s unique cloud-based Chrome OS software — are worth a look, especially if you’re a student and/or you’re on a tight budget. The cloud-based nature of the Chrome OS ecosystem is well-suited for remote work and online studies, with the added benefit of being able to run many Android apps. That’s something to consider if you own an Android smartphone. Another benefit of Chromebooks is that they’re generally a pretty solid value compared to Windows PCs, as the cloud-based Chrome operating system isn’t as resource-heavy since much of it operates “in the cloud”.
That said, there are some higher-end Chromebooks sporting PC-like specs (namely Intel Core processors, 8GB to 16GB of RAM, and full-sized SSDs instead of pared-down eMMC flash storage) along with premium features like 4K displays, so keep a lookout for those when shopping these 2-in-1 laptop sales if one of these Chrome OS machines piqued your interest. For most people, though, it’s going to be Windows, and as with any type of PC, the selection of 2-in-1 laptop deals is going to be the largest with this operating system.
Once you’ve settled on an operating system, your main consideration is going to be hardware — that is, how much power you actually need. For very basic light use, such as web browsing, email, and word processing, a cheap laptop should suffice. We don’t recommend going with anything less than an Intel Core i3 or Ryzen 3 CPU, 4GB of RAM (8GB is still better if you can find it within your budget limit), and a 128GB SSD. Avoid Windows laptops with mobile CPUs and anemic flash storage. If you’re shopping through 2-in-1 laptop sales and you’re on a seriously tight budget, a Chromebook will give you more for your money here, although you may also want to consider looking at refurbished laptop deals.
If you can spend around $500, you should instead look for boosted specs like Intel Core i5 and Ryzen 5 CPUs, 8GB of memory at a minimum, and at least 256GB of solid-state storage (or maybe a 128GB-256GB SSD paired with a 1TB HDD, which is not uncommon on many cheap and mid-range laptops). For more than $700, you’ll start to see more Intel Core i7 and Ryzen 7 CPUs along with 16GB of RAM and larger SSDs. And once you move north of a grand, keep the Core i9 and Ryzen 9 CPUs on your radar when shopping through 2-in-1 laptop sales. This is also the place to be looking for the premium models we mentioned above.
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