Apple’s MacBook Neo hit shelves last month, and its impressive mix of features at an affordable price has quickly made it a popular pick — so much so that it already seems to be running low at Apple since deliveries are pushed to May for orders placed today. You might be able to find it in stock at a few retail locations, but availability is still quite limited.
If you’ve been looking to pick one up, Amazon currently has it in stock in multiple colors. The 256GB version is priced at $590 and the 512GB model is going for $690 — both saving you a modest $9. It’s not a huge discount, but getting it for less when it’s sold out almost everywhere else is still a nice bonus.
CNET expert Matt Elliot tested the MacBook Neo and called it “an absolute banger of a budget laptop.” He gave it a review score of 8.3 out of 10, appreciating how the laptop still offers the same premium design and durability as Apple’s pricier MacBooks.
The single-core performance makes everyday tasks, such as browsing, streaming, and emailing and word processing feel snappy. Battery life is just as impressive, as the MacBook Neo lasted nearly 13.5 hours in our YouTube streaming battery-drain test.
Matt noted that the “MacBook Neo is easily the best laptop for school use, especially if you or the student you’re buying for already has an iPhone. For those out of school and who want a cheap, portable laptop for casual use around the house or for a job that doesn’t require demanding creative, scientific or AI tasks, the MacBook Neo makes a lot of sense for the money. You won’t find a better-designed laptop at this price.”
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The MacBook Neo is already an affordable option for school, office, and casual home use. Picking one up at Amazon today saves you $9, and the retailer also offers quicker delivery than Apple itself.
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