Apple’s M4 and M5 MacBooks Are Surprisingly Affordable with Big Discounts and Upgrades

Apple’s latest MacBooks are getting faster and cheaper at the same time—16GB of RAM is now standard, and discounts hit $300 off.

The M4 and M5 MacBook lineup introduces 16GB RAM as the base configuration across all models, a shift from previous generations that offered 8GB as standard. The 13-inch M4 MacBook Air starts at $799 ($200 off), while the 15-inch model is priced at $999 ($200 off).

For the M4 MacBook Pro, the 14-inch variant begins at $1,499 ($300 off), and the 16-inch model drops to $2,239 ($260 off), both featuring 24GB RAM as standard. The M4 Mac Mini (base model) is available for $539 ($60 off), including 16GB RAM and 256GB SSD storage.

Refurbished options offer additional savings, with Apple listing models at up to 20% off their original prices. These refurbished units come with a one-year warranty and include older configurations that may still suit specific workflows.

For example, a 2023 13-inch MacBook Air with M3 and 16GB RAM is available for $699, compared to $899 for the new M4 model.