Apple's shift to its own silicon has pushed MacBook prices into a sweet spot. A 13‑inch MacBook Air with 512 GB storage and 16 GB RAM now sells for $1099, down from $1599 a few years ago. The new MacBook Neo starts at $599, delivering full macOS despite a slower A18 Pro chip and 8 GB memory. This pricing shift widens access for students and professionals alike.

Amazon lists several discounted Air configurations: the 13‑inch model with 512 GB/16 GB for $949, the 1 TB/16 GB at $1149, and the 1 TB/24 GB at $1349, each $150 off the list price. The 15‑inch Air mirrors those savings, while Neo offers a student discount of $100 off Apple’s $599 price, though stock remains tight after Apple ramped up A18 Pro production. Colors and specs appeal to budget‑focused creators.

Apple has warned that AI‑driven memory shortages will trigger price hikes later this year, making current deals especially timely. Meanwhile, the high‑end MacBook Pro line will receive an OLED‑based redesign with M6 chips, but base M5 models stay unaffected. Acting now avoids premium markup and delays.