By estherdidsang@gmail.com 
A new MacBook is worth considering if you’re looking for an upgrade. Whether you’re a creative, a student, a professional or something else, Apple’s laptops are the best in the game. Apple’s most recent MacBooks come with an M5 chip, meaning you can save a few dollars on previous models. Our resident shopping experts find that MacBooks are some of the best laptops available. CNET’s experts even agreed that the M4 MacBook Air is our No. 1 pick. But all of Apple devices, from phones to tablets, tend to be pricey, so we found deals that can help you save on your laptop of choice.
Apple rarely (if ever) offers direct discounts but you can save hundreds with other retailers, including Amazon, Best Buy and Adorama. With more than 20 years of experience, Matt Elliott is one of CNET’s resident laptop experts and he’s collaborated with our team of deals experts to bring you the best MacBook bargains available right now.
If you want Apple’s most powerful laptop yet, the cutting edge M5 MacBook Pro is already seeing some savings, especially if you have a device to trade in. We’ve also rounded up the best deals on other Apple devices, including iPads, Apple Watches and iPhones, so you can stretch your budget a little further.
Best M5 MacBook deals
Apple just upgraded the 14-inch MacBook Pro with a new cutting-edge M5 chip. This advanced model was released in October, so major discounts are still hard to come by. We’ll continue updating this page with new offers as they appear.
Apple is the obvious choice if you’re looking to snag the new M5 MacBook Pro. The basic 14-inch model comes equipped with a 10-core CPU, 16GB of RAM and 512GB of storage, and starts at $1,599.
If you’re looking to upgrade, you can score some savings by trading in your old Mac. You’ll also get 3% cash back if you make the purchase with your Apple Card.*
Best Buy is currently offering the M5 MacBook Pro for a modest $150 off. You can potentially cut the cost more when you trade in your old laptop. Models from Apple, Microsoft, Acer, HP and most major brands are all accepted, but your trade-in can’t exceed the cost of the new laptop. You will get three months of Apple Music and Apple Arcade with your purchase, along with two months of iCloud storage and two months of Apple TV.
B&H is offering the black M5 Pro for $150 off for a limited time. It also has a trade-in program that could help you save a bit more if you have an eligible device. If you pay with a Payboo credit card*, you can save a little on the tax. Keep in mind that the space gray model is still $1,449.
Best M4 MacBook deals
The latest MacBook Air is our absolute favorite laptop of 2026. Now down to just $800, it has a speedy M4 processor and comes in a new lovely sky blue color. The device also keeps the same lightweight design people have grown accustomed to. Right now, it’s $200 off at Amazon, which is a great discount on a new Apple device.
The biggest MacBook Air Apple sells has a nice discount of $200 right now, making it $1,000 on Amazon. The basic configuration has 16GB of RAM and 256GB of storage, as well as the cutting-edge M4 chip. Amazon deals fluctuate often, so check back in case they slide back down. Note, only the silver color option is down to this price.
If a big screen is your top priority, you can score a $249 discount on the 16-inch model of the latest MacBook Pro, dropping the price to $2,250 on Amazon. It features the M4 Pro processor and 24GB of RAM for blazing-fast performance, but not all colors are necessarily the same price currently.
This 14-inch MacBook Pro has an M4 chip and is built to support Apple Intelligence, delivers a gorgeous 3K resolution and can handle demanding applications or gaming. You can take $300 off dropping the price to $1,299. This is only for the Space Black color option. All other configurations are ou
Best M3 MacBook deals
If you need something with a little more kick, you can save some serious cash when you upgrade to the M3 model with a Pro chip. It features an 11-core processor, 512GB of storage and a blistering 18GB of RAM. Keep in mind that this discount only applies to the space black version of this laptop.
Best M2 MacBook deals
Now two generations old, the M2 MacBook Pro is getting a little tough to find in stock, though we did find one at Best Buy for a decent discount. We also spotted a refurbished model for $640 at BackMarket. We’ve found a couple of deals on the M2 MacBook Air.
Best M1 MacBook deals
Although the M1 MacBook Air is a couple of generations old at this point, it’s still our top pick for those on the hunt for an affordable MacBook. It’s already the most affordable MacBook on the market, and this slight discount at Walmart makes it an even better value. All three colors are currently in stock and on sale.
What is the best MacBook deal right now?
Right now the 14-inch M5 MacBook Pro is on sale for $1,449 at B&H, Amazon and Best Buy — a rare straightforward discount of $150. If you’re not set on the M5, you can pick up the previous generation M4 MacBook Pro Air for $799 at Amazon right now.
*All information about the Apple Card credit card and Payboo credit card has been collected independently by CNET and has not been reviewed by the issuer.
MacBook prices
| Model (with chip and screen size) | List price | Best price (current) | Best price (all-time) |
|---|---|---|---|
| M3 MacBook Air (15-inch) | $1,299 | $1,066 | $999 |
| M3 MacBook Pro (14-inch) | $1,999 | $1,819 | $1,199 |
| M4 MacBook Air (13-inch) | $999 | $800 | $749 |
| M4 MacBook Air (15-inch) | $1,199 | $1,000 | $949 |
| M4 MacBook Pro (14-inch) | $1,599 | $1,299 | $1,299 |
| M4 MacBook Pro (16-inch) | $2,450 | $2,190 | $2,154 |
| M5 MacBook Pro (14-inch) | $1,599 | $1,449 | $1,349 |
*Note that “all-time” means the best price we’ve seen on a new model at an Apple-authorized retailer in the product’s lifetime. Prices change frequently and may differ between colors.
How we choose MacBook deals at CNET
CNET’s dedicated deals writers have years of experience scouting the best deals out there on top tech, including bargains on Apple devices. Our combined expertise helps us discern which standout deals are truly a good bargain — evaluating the model, year, specs, discount and our reviewer’s thoughts for each model. We also ensure that all deals featured on this list are sourced from a trustworthy retailer, so you never have to wonder if a bargain is too good to be true.