Best back to school tech deals 2023 — Chromebooks, smartphones, watches, and more

Prep for fall semester with one of these deals.

1. Editor's picks2. Chromebooks3. Smartphones4. Wearables5. Headphones6. Tablets

The back to school sales have landed, and we're actively gathering all of the best tech deals below. It was a long, hot summer for students all over the globe, and while the long, hot part likely hasn't changed, it's nearly time to strap on the old backpack and get back to work.

For middle school to high school and college-aged students, this list features a bounty of great devices that should make your educational journey easier. When shopping for a back to school deal, don't just grab the cheapest device on the list. Take a look at the specs and think about the features that are most important for a student: reliability, portability, and performance. Will it fit in a backpack? Does it have enough battery life to last through the school day? Asking yourself these questions will be a major help when settling on a discounted device.

So without further ado, let's check out some of the best student tech deals of 2023. If you didn't find what you were looking for today, check back later: we'll continue updating this list over the next few weeks.

ASUS Chromebook Flip C214: $349.99 $225.99 at Amazon

The ASUS Flip C214 earned the title of "best durability" in our list of the best student Chromebooks, and now you can get your own with a whopping 35% off at Amazon. This laptop features a convertible design, up to 12 hours of battery life, and military-grade durability with a spill-resistant keyboard.

Price check: Walmart - $350.55

ASUS 14" CM3401 Chromebook: $499 $299 at Best Buy

Currently seeing a whopping $200 discount at Best Buy, the CM3401 is powered by an AMD Ryzen 3 processor and comes with 8GB of RAM, an all-day battery, and an ultra-thin design that slides easily into a backpack.

Acer Chromebook 315: $289 $169 at Best Buy

If you're shopping on a budget, check out this Best Buy deal that drops the price of the Acer Chromebook 315 down to just shy of $170. This rugged laptop features a glare-resistant FHD touchscreen display, a decent Intel processor, and enough battery life to last through the school day and then some.

Price check: Amazon - $179.49 | Walmart - $190

HP 14" Chromebook (8GB RAM): $699 $379 at Best Buy

Best Buy is also dropping a hefty $320 of the price of this 2-in-1 laptop that comes complete with a 360-degree hinge, 8GB of RAM, and an 11th-gen Intel Core processor. You'll also get three months of YouTube Premium for free.

Samsung Galaxy A54 5G 128GB: $449.99 $349.99 at Amazon

The Galaxy A54 boasts sweet specs like a 120Hz display, 5,000mAh battery, and years of software support without breaking the bank, making it an excellent choice for students. Amazon is sweetening the deal by dropping a straight $100 off the retail price.

Price check: Best Buy - $374.99

Google Pixel 7a: $499 $444 at Best Buy

Best Buy is dropping $55 off the price of the Google Pixel 7a, the top choice in our list of the best cheap Android phones. The 7a offers loads of bang for the buck, with outstanding haptics, a Tensor G2 chip, and camera tech that rivals some flagships.

Price check: Amazon - $444 | Walmart - $459.50

Motorola Edge 5G (2022) 256GB: $599.99 $249.99 at Best Buy

You can also head to Best Buy and get a whopping $350 off the price of the Motorola Edge 5G (2022), a solid smartphone that boasts a ton of battery life with wireless charging, an efficient MediaTek chip, and an ultra-smooth display with a 144Hz refresh rate.

Motorola Moto G 5G (2023): $249.99 $199.99 at Amazon

Speaking of Motorola phones, you can currently snag a Moto G 5G (2023) for just $199.99 if you order it from Amazon today. For just 200 bucks, you're getting a 2023 phone with a quality Snapdragon chip, some decent camera tech, and multiple days of battery life.

Price check: Best Buy - $199.99

Samsung Galaxy Watch 4 Classic 46mm: $379.99 $218.79 at Amazon

It may be a few years old at this point, but the Galaxy Watch 4 Classic is still a great smartwatch, coming complete with a rugged stainless steel construction, a physical rotating bezel, and all the health tracking features you could ever need. It becomes an even better option when it's paired with a 42% discount at Amazon.

Price check: Best Buy - $379.99

Fossil Gen 6 44mm: $319 $219 at Amazon

If you want a smartwatch that perfectly blends stylish design with high-tech features, look no further than the Fossil Gen 6. Currently 31% off at Amazon, this slick little watch is powered by a Qualcomm chip and comes with Wear OS and a ton of advanced health and fitness tracking capabilities.

Price check: Best Buy - $239.99 | Walmart - $269.99

Fitbit Sense 2: $299.95 $229.95 at Amazon

One of our all-time favorite Fitbits, the Sense 2 comes with all of the intelligent health and fitness tracking features you'd expect from the brand, alongside a vibrant AMOLED display and over six days of battery life. Amazon is currently slashing 23% off the price of the wearable, just in time for the start of the semester.

Price check: Best Buy - $229.95

Sennheiser Momentum 4: $379.95 $266.99 at Amazon

We selected the Sennheiser Momentum 4 as the best wireless headphones for battery life, but that's not all they have going for them. These headphones also come with stellar noise cancellation, touch controls, and a sleek, ultra-comfy design. You can snag a pair from Amazon today and save 30%.

Price check: Best Buy - $266.99

Samsung Galaxy Buds Live: $149.99 $69.99 at Amazon

Snag a pair of Galaxy Buds Live from Amazon and you'll get a straight $80 off your purchase. These buds come with AKG-tuned 12mm speakers, a ton of battery life, and some solid active noise cancellation.

Price check: Best Buy - $89.99

Sony WH-CH720N: $149.99 $128 at Amazon

If you're looking for a cheap pair of over-ear cans, check out this Amazon deal that drops the price of the Sony WH-CH720N down to just $128. These headphones boast multiple sound modes, active noise cancellation, and up to 35 hours of battery life on a single charge.

Price check: Best Buy - $129.99

Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 8GB (RAM) 128GB: $799.99, plus free case and up to $650 off with trade-in at Samsung

The Galaxy Tab S9 series of tablets was recently released by Samsung, and if you order your own now, you'll get a free keyboard case (a $139 value) and up to $650 off when you trade in an old or broken device.

Amazon Fire HD 10 64GB: $189.99 $129.99 at Best Buy

With its compact, durable construction, the Amazon Fire HD 10 tablet will easily fit into a backpack or briefcase, plus you get a vivid 1080p HD display and up to 12 hours of battery life on a single charge. Grab one of these tablets from Best Buy and you'll instantly save $60, plus the retailer will throw in three months of YouTube Premium and four months of Amazon Music Unlimited for 100% free.

Price check: Amazon - $129.99

Samsung Galaxy Tab A8: $229.99 $189.99 at Amazon

It may not be the most feature-packed tablet on the planet, but the Galaxy Tab A8 makes up for this in good old-fashioned bang for the buck. With the Tab A8, you'll be getting a reliable, ultra-thin device with a metal construction, great battery life, and if you buy right now, a stellar 17% discount.

Price check: Best Buy - $229.99

Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 Lite: $349.99 $239.95 at Amazon

Head to Amazon now and you can get over $110 dropped from the price of the Galaxy Tab S6 Lite, an ultra-light tablet that comes complete with a vibrant 10.4-inch display, some surprisingly decent stereo speakers, and up to 12 hours of battery life.

Price check: Best Buy - $249.95

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After years of working as a freelancer, Patrick Farmer (he/him) began his career at Android Central as a deals and commerce writer before being brought into the fold as a staff writer in early 2023. When he's not sharing his thoughts on smartphones, wireless carriers, and streaming services, you'll often find him listening to music, camping out at a brewery, or treating his cat like a human child.

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