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Amazon is offering the 13-inch MacBook Air M5 for a record-low $949 this weekend (a $150 discount), with the base config featuring a 10-core CPU (4 performance + 6 efficiency), an 8-core GPU, 16GB RAM, and 512GB storage; other M5 models (13
Tom’s Guide compares the MacBook Neo, Air M5, and Pro M5 to help you decide among budget, midrange, and high-end options. The Neo is the cheapest at $599 with a 13-inch display, A18 Pro chip, 8GB RAM and 256GB storage (about 13+ hours battery). The Air M5 upgrades power with a 13.6-inch display, M5 chip, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD and Wi‑Fi 7 (base price around $1,099). The Pro M5 targets performance with a 14.2-inch XDR display, M5, more RAM/storage options (up to 2TB) and extended ports, priced from about $1,699. Choose Neo for value, Air M5 for balanced performance, or Pro M5 for heavy workloads and longer battery life.
Apple’s 2026 MacBook Air M5 adds an M5 chip with a 10‑core CPU/GPU, faster storage and Wi‑Fi 7 to a familiar, slim 15‑inch chassis, delivering solid everyday performance and long battery life. The Air remains a best‑in‑class mid‑range option, but the new MacBook Neo offers a cheaper alternative, and the Pro line still targets heavier workloads; upgrade mainly if you’re on an older Mac or need futureproofing for demanding tasks.
Apple retail stores saw a trade-in spike of over 100% this week, likely driven by demand for the MacBook Neo and the M5 MacBook Air. Older low-end Macs dominated the trade-ins, suggesting customers are upgrading to the Neo and M5 Air rather than the new Pro models, marking the largest trade-in surge since Apple’s initial silicon Macs rollout.
Apple wrapped up a week of launches with a standout MacBook Neo at a compelling price, solid updates across other Macs and the iPhone lineup, and a mixed Studio Display refresh—strong XDR features but compatibility limits—alongside the budget-friendly iPhone 17e; overall a diverse, mostly solid set with one clear value leader.
Day 2 of Apple’s March event confirms three Macs powered by the M5 chip (MacBook Air M5, MacBook Pro M5 Pro and Max) with expanded storage and AI capabilities, plus two Studio Displays (Studio Display 2 and Studio Display XDR) featuring ProMotion up to 120Hz, Mini-LED HDR, and Thunderbolt 5; the rollout continues with rumors of additional models, while iPhone 17e and iPad Air M4 were announced earlier.
Apple's plans for the first half of 2026 include launching the iPhone 17e, updates to iPads and MacBooks with M5 chips, potential OLED displays for iPad mini, and a new smart home display, with significant milestones like the 50th anniversary likely to coincide with major product announcements.