Apple Introduces MacBook Neo: $599 MacBook With A18 Pro Chip and 16-Hour Battery Life

Дата публикации: 05-03-2026 09:59:41

Apple has officially introduced the MacBook Neo, a new entry-level laptop designed to make the Mac lineup more accessible.
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Apple has officially introduced the MacBook Neo, a new entry-level laptop designed to make the Mac lineup more accessible. Starting at $599, it becomes Apple’s most affordable Mac notebook ever and is notably powered by the A18 Pro, marking the first time an iPhone chip runs a modern Mac laptop.

The Most Affordable Mac With iPhone Silicon

The MacBook Neo is built around the A18 Pro processor, the same chip previously used in recent iPhone models. Apple says the system delivers efficient performance while maintaining long battery life (up to 16 hours).

The laptop features a13-inch display with 2408×1506 resolution, up to 500 nits of brightness and support for over 1 billion colors.

MacBook Neo Storage and Price For Students

The base configuration starts at $599 and includes 8GB RAM and 256GB storage. A higher configuration priced at $699 doubles the storage to 512GB and adds Touch ID support.

Educational buyers can purchase the laptop starting at $499, making it especially appealing for students and schools.

The MacBook Neo keeps a simple hardware setup designed to keep costs down. Key features include two USB-C ports, no magSafe charging, headphone jack, stereo speakers and support for one external display.

The laptop ships with a 20W USB-C power adapter and a USB-C charging cable in the box.

New Mac Has Four Color Options

Apple is offering the MacBook Neo in four finishes Silver, Indigo, Blush and Citrus. The colorful design signals Apple’s attempt to position the device as a fun, entry-level option for students, first-time Mac buyers, and casual users.

Neo Positioned Below the MacBook Air

The MacBook Neo sits below the MacBook Air in Apple’s lineup. The latest MacBook Air, powered by the Apple M5 chip, starts at $1,099.

While the Air offers more RAM, faster performance, and additional features, the Neo focuses on affordability, simplicity, and portability. It’s aimed at users who mainly browse the web, stream media, work in productivity apps, and want an inexpensive way into the macOS ecosystem.

Availability of the MacBook Neo

The MacBook Neo is available for pre-order starting today and will begin shipping on March 11.

With its lower price and iPhone-based chip, the MacBook Neo represents a new direction for Apple’s Mac lineup, aiming to bring macOS to a wider and more budget-conscious audience.

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