Macs have become increasingly affordable in recent years. Cheaper starting points, more memory and storage per dollar, and the introduction of the MacBook Neo. For the first time, Apple had started to become one of the best values on the market.
Even though Apple dramatically increased its prices earlier this year due to the ongoing memory shortage, we’re finally starting to see some improvements in pricing, down from the initial crisis.
MacBook Air
Until the launch of the MacBook Neo, the MacBook Air was the entry point into Apple’s laptop lineup. While the MacBook Neo makes its value proposition slightly questionable, I’d still say the MacBook Air is a great laptop if you want a better experience without needing anything premium.
MagSafe, P3 color display, Center Stage on the webcam and longer battery life are just some of the highlights of the MacBook Air. It also comes with a 15-inch variant, unlike the MacBook Neo which only offers 13 inches.
Right now you can find these discounts on the MacBook Air range:
13-inch MacBookAir:
15-inch MacBookAir:
MacBook Neo
This product doesn’t need a long explanation: MacBook Neo is Apple’s first affordable MacBook, available for just $699.
It has some compromises compared to the aforementioned MacBook Air, but it’s still incredibly good for the price. The build quality, display clarity, and macOS experience are essentially uncompromising. Sure, you have to deal with a slower A18 Pro chip (though believe me, it’s no different), lesser ports, and 8GB of memory, but it’s perfectly reasonable for the price. It also comes in fun colors like Citrus, Blush, and Indigo.
There are currently no notable retail discounts on MacBook Neos, although Apple is offering them refurbished at $100-120 off the retail price. Refurbished Apple offers the same 1-year warranty and a like-new experience, with all major components replaced. You will not find any scratches or deterioration of the battery.
MacBookPro
Apple just unveiled its refreshed MacBook Pro models with PROLED XDR displays and touchscreens. They come at higher prices, and the older miniLED-based M5 Pro and M5 Max models still remain in the lineup. At the same time, the company also introduced a revamped base model of the 14-inch MacBook Pro with the M6 chip. For now, the M5 models remain available at a discount.
14-inch MacBook Pro deals:
- MacBook Pro with M5: 1TB storage, 16GB memory – $1849 at Amazon ($150 off)
- MacBook Pro with M5 Pro: 1TB storage, 24GB memory – $2289 at Amazon ($210 off!)
- PROLED XDR MacBook Pro (M5 Pro): 1TB storage, 24GB memory – $2899 at Amazon
- Refurbished MacBook Pro with M5: 1TB storage, 16GB memory – $1609 at Apple Store
16-inch MacBook Pro deals:
- MacBook Pro with M5 Pro: 1TB storage, 24GB memory – $2749 at Amazon ($250 off!)
- MacBook Pro with M5 Pro: 1TB storage, 48GB memory – $3299 at Amazon ($300 off!)
- PROLED XDR MacBook Pro (M5 Pro): 1TB storage, 24GB memory – $3399 at Amazon
- MacBook Pro with M5 Max: 2TB storage, 36GB memory – $3799 at Amazon ($600 off!)
- Refurbished MacBook Pro with M5 Pro: 1TB storage, 24GB memory – $2549 at Apple Store
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