Score a like-new Dell Latitude laptop for $450 and get a bonus lifetime license to Microsoft Office

TL;DR: As of Aug. 8, you can get a refurbished Dell Latitude 7400 laptop with a lifetime license to Microsoft Office Pro 2021 for only $449.99. That's a savings of 37% from the usual cost of $719.98.

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It's getting harder and harder to justify a tech upgrade these days. Prices of new devices are skyrocketing, and our dollars don't go as far as they used to. But if you're looking to buy a new computer and perhaps new software to boost your efficiency, it's worth considering refurbished gadgets to at least curb your spending even a tiny bit.

This $449.99 deal on the refurbished Dell Latitude 7400 14-inch Laptop happens to offer two solutions in one bundle. Not only does it offer a new-to-you computer, but it also comes with a lifetime license to Microsoft Office Professional 2021. Instead of forking over $719 for the bundle, you can grab it on sale for less than $500.

Before anything else, it's worth pointing out that the Dell laptop boasts a grade "A" rating, which is the best you could hope for on a refurbished device. It simply means that it's in near-mint condition, looks and performance-wise, almost as if you bought it brand-new.

In terms of features, this workhorse of a laptop packs a powerful Core i7 processor and 16GB of memory that can handle running multiple apps simultaneously, a 512GB SSD hard drive that can house all your essential files and more, and a variety of ports, including 2 USB 3.1 ports, an HDMI, a DisplayPort, and a headphone/microphone combo jack to extend its functionality. It also has a 14-inch screen that delivers clear and vibrant visuals, and it runs on Windows 10 Pro for wide compatibility. It's lightweight and slim, too, making it great for using on the go.

With a purchase of this laptop, you automatically get a bonus lifetime license to Microsoft Office Professional 2021, which includes Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams, and more. You can install the suite on one computer for use at home or work, and you get the software license keys and download links instantly.

At under $500 for this bundle, it's safe to say it's a steal. For a limited time, you can grab the refurbished Dell Latitude 7400 laptop and Microsoft Office Professional 2021 bundle for just $449.99 instead of the usual $719.

Prices subject to change.