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

We may be halfway through September, but it's never too late to enjoy a great Back to School deal. We've scoured the web and found a bounty of discounted devices that should make your educational journey a breeze. Whether you're in college or shopping for a youngster, you should be able to find a helpful gadget below. 

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 as long as the deals are active. 

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Chromebooks

ASUS Chromebook Flip C214:$349.99$249.99 at Amazon

ASUS Chromebook Flip C214: $349.99 $249.99 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 29% 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. 

Acer Chromebook 314: $269$149 at Best Buy

Acer Chromebook 314: $269 $149 at Best Buy

The Acer Chromebook 314 comes with a vibrant Full HD touchscreen, an Intel Celeron processor, and up to 12.5 hours of battery life, and right now you can order one and get a sweet $120 discount. 

HP 14" Chromebook (8GB RAM): $699$349 at Best Buy

HP 14" Chromebook (8GB RAM): $699 $349 at Best Buy

Best Buy is also dropping a hefty $350 off 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.

Lenovo IdeaPad Duet 5: $499$369 at Best Buy

Lenovo IdeaPad Duet 5: $499 $369 at Best Buy

Combining the power of a laptop with the versatility of a tablet, the IdeaPad Duet 5 is one of the best student Chromebooks on the market, and now you can get one from Best Buy for $369, a stellar $130 drop from its usual retail price. 

Smartphones

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

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 

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

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

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 S22 Ultra 512GB:$1,399.99$949.99 at Amazon

Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra 512GB: $1,399.99 $949.99 at Amazon

If you need a phone with a lot of power, check out this Amazon deal that slashes 32% off the Galaxy S22 Ultra. It might be last year's smartphone, but the S22 Ultra continues to impress with its gorgeous display (with built-in stylus), Snapdragon chip, and stellar camera tech. 

Wearables

Samsung Galaxy Watch 4 Classic 46mm: $379.99 $214.95 at Amazon

Samsung Galaxy Watch 4 Classic 46mm: $379.99 $214.95 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 43% discount at Amazon.

Price check: Best Buy - $379.99

Fossil Gen 6 44mm:$319$199 at Amazon

Fossil Gen 6 44mm: $319 $199 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 38% 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

Headphones

Sennheiser Momentum 4:$379.95$284.93 at Amazon

Sennheiser Momentum 4: $379.95 $284.93 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 25%. 

Price check: Best Buy - $260.99

Samsung Galaxy Buds Live:$149.99$79.99 at Amazon

Samsung Galaxy Buds Live: $149.99 $79.99 at Amazon

Snag a pair of Galaxy Buds Live from Amazon and you'll get a straight $70 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 - $79.99 

Tablets

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

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 four months of Amazon Music Unlimited for 100% free. 

Price check: Amazon - $129.99

Samsung Galaxy Tab A8:$229.99$175 at Amazon

Samsung Galaxy Tab A8: $229.99 $175 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 24% discount. 

Price check: Best Buy - $229.99

Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 Lite: $349.99$241.99 at Amazon

Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 Lite: $349.99 $241.99 at Amazon

Head to Amazon now and you can get over $100 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

Patrick Farmer
eCommerce Editor

After almost a decade of working in the e-commerce space, Patrick Farmer (he/him) began his career at Android Central as a Deals and Commerce Writer before moving into a new role as AC's eCommerce Editor in 2023. When he's not hunting down the best deals and offering shopping advice for our readers, you'll often find him listening to music, camping out at a brewery, or treating his cat like a human child.