Prime Day gets underway in mere hours and we’ve already spotted some awesome Prime Day MacBook deals. Here are the best picks.
Apple has a reputation for having expensive devices, so it’s always great when we find a good deal on an Apple device, whether it’s iPhone deals or iPad deals. Luckily, Amazon’s Prime Big Deal Days event is shaping up to be a big deal, with lots of great deals on MacBooks across the board. And, while you can certainly wait until Prime Day itself on October 10th, we’re already seeing some amazing MacBook Deals that you can take advantage of right now, and they’re likely to still be great deals even by Prime Day.
We’re also happy to see that there are great deals across retailers, and not just at Amazon. In fact, we’re seeing Prime Day deals on MacBooks at places like Best Buy and Walmart, so if you have any special deals, cards, or coupons you can take advantage of, you’re very much in luck. In fact, we’re already seeing retailers undercut each other on great MacBook deals, which means more savings for you. So, without wasting too much time, let’s jump right into some of the best deals we’ve found so far during Prime Day 2023.Today’s best Prime Day MacBook dealsMacBook Air 11.6-inch (2015) — from $159
Once the latest MacBook Air but now eight years old and still competent, the MacBook Air 11.6-inch (2015) is a great starting point for anyone new to macOS or who just needs something financially on par with a Chromebook. It’s a refurbished model but it comes with a one-year warranty so there’s peace of mind here. It won’t run the latest macOS unfortunately, but its Intel Core i5 processor, 4GB of memory and 128GB of SSD storage helps you perform the basics. It still has all the style of a MacBook so we’re thinking this could be a good entry point as your child’s first MacBook or if you want a project.
MacBook Air Retina 13.3-inch (2017) — from $254
The MacBook Air Retina 13.3-inch (2017) is a refurbished model but comes with a one-year warranty. It’s a little newer than other refurbished models at this price although you still won’t be able to use the latest version of macOS. Fortunately, macOS Monterey is still pretty good. Also, its Intel Core i5 processor is reasonably speedy for its age, it has 8GB of memory, and there’s 128GB of SSD storage. Its Retina display is the highlight here with 1440 x 900 resolution and a sharper quality than other budget laptops.
MacBook Pro Retina 13.3-inch (2017) — from $351
Another refurbished model that offers a one-year warranty, the MacBook Pro Retina 13.3-inch (2017) is a stylish option if you don’t mind missing out on the latest macOS. Space gray is a particularly good-looking type of MacBook while its 13.3-inch screen achieves a resolution of 2560 x 1600 so it looks super sharp. An Intel Core i5 processor powers proceedings while there’s 8GB of memory and 256GB of SSD storage. There’s USB-C support here alongside the ever-useful webcam and microphone combo, but there’s no HDMI output. For a basic MacBook Pro though, it’ll do the job.
MacBook Air Retina 13.3-inch (2020) — from $539
A little newer, the MacBook Air Retina 13.3-inch (2020) has a gorgeous Retina screen with 2560 x 1600 resolution. It has an Intel Core i3 processor along with 8GB of memory and 256GB of SSD storage. It has two USB-C ports which is handy for a little future proofing, while three microphones ensure you can be clearly heard while on video calls.
