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Dealmaster: Big savings on Apple laptops

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Dealmaster: Big savings on Apple laptops

Score big savings on Apple MacBook laptops with M1 or M2 silicon.

Chuong Nguyen - 2/21/2023, 7:39 PM

MacBook Air
Enlarge / Most of Apple's Mac lineup besides the Mac Pro has been updated recently, like the MacBook Air pictured here. Don't expect to see more of this in March.
Valentina Palladino

If you're in the market for a new Apple laptop, there are plenty of discounts available. While there are more generous savings with slightly older models, like Apple's M1-powered MacBook Pro, you can still find some solid discounts on Apple's M2-equipped notebooks. These include the new MacBook Air as well as Apple's smaller 13.3-inch MacBook Pro. Those seeking a larger-format Apple notebook, like the 14- or 16-inch Pro, will have to settle for the M1 models if they want to save a bit of money.

The MacBook Pro with M1 is now up to $400 off, making the 16-inch model an excellent all-around laptop for those who don't need the extreme performance that the latest silicon brings. If you're still on the fence on which model is the best fit for your workflow, be sure to check out our Apple MacBook buying guide. The slightly older notebook is still an excellent choice for less-demanding users, casual home computing, and college students on a tight budget. Here are some of the best deals we've spotted for Apple's laptops.

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Apple MacBook Pro with M2 processor

The Touch Bar lives on in this machine. It has a physical escape key just out of frame, but you can see the Touch ID fingerprint reader here.
Enlarge / The Touch Bar lives on in this machine. It has a physical escape key just out of frame, but you can see the Touch ID fingerprint reader here.
Samuel Axon

Apple MacBook Pro 13-inch with Touch Bar and M2 for $1,100 (was $1,300) at Amazon: Although Apple's newer 14- and 16-inch displays are all the rage, if you want a more compact MacBook Pro, the 13-inch model is still the way to go. This laptop ships with 256GB of onboard storage, an eight-core CPU and 10-core GPU, a 16-core Neural Engine, and up to 20 hours of battery life. And even though it's a polarizing feature, it's one of the last remaining MacBook models to ship with Apple's Touch Bar.

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Apple MacBook Air with M2 processor

The screen on Apple's new MacBook Air.
Enlarge / The screen on Apple's new MacBook Air.
Samuel Axon

Apple MacBook Air with M2 in Space Gray for $1,099 (was $1,199) at Amazon | B&H Photo: This model is configured with 256GB of internal solid-state storage, an eight-core processor comprising four performance cores and four efficiency cores, an eight-core GPU, and 16-core Neural Engine. Unfortunately, the upgraded configuration with 512GB of storage is not on sale.

Refurbished Apple MacBook Air with M2 in Midnight for $1,020 (was $1,150) at AmazonIf you're OK with a newly used laptop, Amazon's renewed program takes off some extra money on the M2 Air. Like the new-in-box model above, this laptop comes with 256GB of solid-state storage, but it's only available in Apple's dark Midnight colorway. Inventory is limited.

Refurbished Apple MacBook Air with M2 in Gold for $1,030 (was $1,150) at AmazonThis pre-owned model shares the same configuration as the other MacBook Airs with the M2 processor on our list, but it's available in Gold. Like all Amazon renewed laptops, this model benefits from the retailer's 90-day Renewed Guarantee, which promises that the laptop is sold in excellent condition with no signs of cosmetic damage visible from a distance of 12 inches away and a battery that exceeds 80 percent capacity.

MacBook Pro with M1 processor

The display on the 2021 14-inch MacBook Pro.
Enlarge / The display on the 2021 14-inch MacBook Pro.
Samuel Axon

Apple MacBook Pro 16-inch with M1 Pro in Space Gray for $2,099 (was $2,499) at Best Buy | Amazon: In a rare sale, Apple's slightly older MacBook Pro with a 16-inch display and M1 Pro processor is now discounted by $400, making it a terrific deal. This model ships with 512GB of solid-state storage alongside Apple's 10-core processor and 16-core graphics. Battery life is rated for up to 21 hours.

Apple MacBook Pro 14-inch with M1 Pro for $2,199 (was $2,499) at Best Buy | $2,000 at Amazon: Made for data hoarders, this 14-inch model with a 10-core M1 Pro processor and 16-core GPU comes with 1TB of solid-state storage. With a $300-off promotion, the 14-inch Pro balances productivity and portability in a lightweight design with up to 17 hours of battery life.

Apple MacBook Pro 14-inch with M1 Pro for $1,699 (was $1,999) at Best BuyThis more budget-friendly build of Apple's 14-inch MacBook Pro laptop still ships with a powerful M1 Processor but comes with 512GB of storage. If you don't need copious amounts of solid-state space, a $300 discount on this MacBook Pro is nothing to scoff at.


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