Laptop prices jumped in 2026. We cut through the noise: the best-sellers Canadians are actually buying, which ones are worth it, and when renewed beats new.
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AI data centres are buying up the world's memory chips, and it shows on price tags. Research firm IDC reported global PC shipments fell 20.1% in Q3 2026, and it doesn't expect prices to fall back to last year's levels. Memory maker SK Hynix says the shortage could last through 2030. That doesn't mean you should overpay. It means you should buy smarter:
Our current picks: Apple MacBook Neo 13", Apple MacBook Air M5, HP OmniBook 3 16", Acer Aspire Go 15, Acer Nitro V 15, ASUS Gaming V16, and renewed Dell Latitude 5420 and Lenovo ThinkPad T14 laptops, plus Logitech, Anker, SABRENT, Kingston and ASUS accessories.
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Unlikely in the short term. IDC doesn't expect prices to return to last year's levels, and memory makers have signalled tight supply for years. Sale events can still bring real but short-lived drops.
Often, yes, especially business models like Dell Latitude and Lenovo ThinkPad. Check the condition grade, seller rating, warranty and battery health before you buy.
8GB handles browsing and schoolwork. For multitasking, video calls and photo editing, choose 16GB.
Not immediately. Microsoft's consumer Extended Security Updates program now covers enrolled Windows 10 PCs until October 12, 2027. Check whether your PC can upgrade to Windows 11 for free first.
Big sale events like Black Friday (Friday, November 27, 2026) and Amazon's Prime events often bring real discounts, but sale prices can bounce back within weeks. Buy when the exact model you need drops in price.
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