As the end of the year approaches, it's a great time to start looking for that new laptop or desktop computer that will help you get through the last few months and prepare for the work and hobbies that lie ahead. And while you may be tempted to wait until Black Friday rolls around in a month, you can already score deep discounts.
HP makes some of TechRadar's favorite laptops and is also known for its solid value in the desktop world. Fortunately, HP's latest Australian sale offers some of these flagship products throughout the month of October.
This means you can get 20% off the very sleek, stylish and powerful HP x360 Spectrum. Or if you're looking for a machine that's more gaming beast than workmate, you'll get the same discount on select Omen 15 models and too.
While you can see all the deals on the HP Oktoberfest sale, we've been hard at work for you and have rounded up some of the best deals currently on sale in Australia.
HP Specter x360 13-inch 2-in-1 (i7 / 8GB / 256GB) | A €2,079 (A €2,599 - save A €520)
At TechRadar, we're big fans of the HP Specter x360. In fact, we think it's the best HP laptop you can buy right now with its exceptional features, sleek design, and ability to convert to a tablet on a whim. This model comes with an Intel Core i7 processor, 8GB of RAM, a 256GB SSD, a 1080-inch 13.3P WLED touchscreen with Gorilla Glass, an active stylus, and a 20-hour battery life. Be sure to enter OCTOBER 20% at checkout to reduce this additional amount from the final price.
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HP Omen 15-inch Gaming Laptop (GTX 1070 / i7 / 16GB / 256GB + 1TB) | €1,899 (A€2,599 - savings of A€700)
While the Omen 15 might not look very comfortable in a case like the Specter x360, gamers will be more than happy with the specs this bad boy packs. An Intel Core i7 processor, 16GB of RAM and a dedicated Nvidia GeForce GTX1070 GPU make for a powerful combination, and the attached 256GB SSD and 1TB hard drive will allow you to store and run the most recent titles with fast startup times. Use OCTOBER700 at checkout to get your discount.
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Spectrum x360 15-inch 2-in-1 HP (i7 / 16GB / 512GB) | A €3,039 (A €3,799 - savings of A €760)
If you like the sleek styling and power of the HP Specter x360 but are looking for even more snarl and more screen then this is your best bet. This portable beast features a 15.6-inch WLED touchscreen with 4K (3840 x 2160) resolution, an Intel Core i7 processor, 16GB of RAM, and a 512GB SSD for storage. Again, use the code OCTOBER20% to get your discount at checkout.
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HP Envy 13 Laptop PC (i7/8GB/256GB) | A €1,279 (A €1,599 - save A €320)
A more affordable and traditional alternative to the Spectrum comes in the form of an HP Envy 13 laptop, offering a perfectly capable computer in an ultra-slim case. An Intel Core i7 processor with 8GB of RAM and a 256GB SSD should satisfy all your daily needs. A 13.3-inch Full HD WLED touchscreen completes it all. Get 20% off at checkout entering October 20%.
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HP Omen Obelisk Gaming Computer (RTX 2080 / i7 / 16GB / 2TB) | US €3,199 (was US €3,999 - save US €800)
For the really serious gamer who doesn't need to worry about portability, now's your chance to save big on a monster rig. HP's Omen Obelisk comes with the latest Nvidia GeForce RTX 2080 GPU with 8 GB of dedicated VRAM, and is powered by an Intel Core i7 processor and 16 GB of HyperX RAM. You'll also get a 2TB 7,200 rpm hard drive to store all your games and show off your gear with custom RGB lighting. Save 20% on this mammoth machine by using the October 20% at checkout.
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