Top MacBook Black Friday deals: Save up to $500 on MacBook Pro, MacBook Air, and Mac accessories

Investing in a high-quality backpack to store your laptop in is a must, whether you're traveling on a multi-day vacation or simply headed to a coffee shop for an afternoon. For Black Friday, you can score a little over 50% off this sleek Matein travel laptop backpack and pick it up for just $17.

I quite like this weathered gray colorway because I feel like it matches the MacBook aesthetic fairly well. If gray isn't your thing, however, there are multiple other shades and patterns to choose from. Just know the discount will vary based on the colorway you pick.

If you're looking for solid protective gear for your tech, you can't go wrong with anything from the brand Thule. To keep your 14-inch MacBook Pro safe, pick up this Thule Gauntlet Attache for only $73 at Best Buy.

If you don't need an entire bag for your MacBook Pro, consider Thule's Gauntlet laptop sleeve for just $46 instead. Once your laptop is inside the sleeve, you can slip it inside your backpack before you head out the door.

Keychron makes some of the best keyboards I've ever tried, and no matter what type of switch, keycap, or keyboard layout you go with, it's bound to be better than your MacBook keyboard.

Right now, Keychron's K8 TKL wireless keyboard is slashed to just $59 at Amazon. That's $20 in savings! You can pick up a pre-built keyboard with either Gateron G Pro Brown (tactile) switches or Gateron G Pro Red (linear) switches.

MacBooks are expensive, even if you go for the cheapest base model. So why not protect that pricey device by tracking it in case it gets stolen?

Some people choose to put AirTags directly on their MacBook case. While that's not a bad idea, it can mess with the clean, sleek aesthetic you might be going for. Instead, I'd recommend keeping an AirTag attached to or inside of the bag or backpack you frequently use to cart around your MacBook.

Pick up a 4-pack of Apple AirTags for just $72 at Amazon.

Apple just announced an epic Black Friday deal!

Starting today through December 2, Apple is offering an Apple gift card worth up to $200 with any eligible purchase online or in stores. That includes MacBooks!

This deal is perfect for anyone who wants to trade in their current Mac directly through Apple, which can bring down the price of a new MacBook even more. It also allows you to take advantage of Apple Card payment plan options. I always like to use this option to buy new Apple tech since there's zero interest.

You can use that Apple gift card to save on your next Apple device or buy a pair of AirPods or a new Apple Watch, whether for yourself or as an awesome gift for someone else.

We've been tracking MacBook deals all week, but today is seeing some of the lowest prices yet! This Friday is the best day of the week to get a MacBook for an affordable price.

If you're looking for a MacBook under $900, there are some great deals out there you can take advantage of. Here's a few of the current best Black Friday deals on cheap MacBooks:

• M3 MacBook Air 13-inch (16GB of RAM, 256GB of storage): $844 @ Amazon | $849 @ Best Buy
• M2 MacBook Air 13-inch (16GB of RAM, 256GB of storage): $749 @ Amazon | $749 @ Best Buy
• M1 MacBook Air 13-inch (8GB of RAM, 256GB of storage): $599 @ Walmart

Price Update: M2 MacBook Air 13 (8GB, 512GB)

Black Friday continues to hold some surprises, as another MacBook deal has been made even better as the M2 MacBook Air 13 gets an even steeper discount today!

Previously available for $949 (a $250 saving on its typical $1,199 price tag), the M2 MacBook Air 13 is now available for just $899 — a saving of $300!

This configuration offers 8GB of RAM and a 512GB SSD for storage, which means it's not exactly positioned at the peak of performance for MacBooks, but 8GB of RAM does serve Apple's laptops better than most Windows PCs, making this still more than viable for most users with plenty of potential for everyday computing or students!

Price Update: M4 Max MacBook Pro 16 (48GB, 1TB)

The deals on M4 Max MacBooks are only getting sweeter. Not only was the last model we shared given a further $100 discount, but so too is this even more powerful MacBook Pro 16 configuration.

Amazon was previously selling this top-tier MacBook for $3,699. An eye-watering price for many, to be sure. However, those with the most demanding needs, require a laptop that's up to spec, and this MacBook has the specs.

This configuration of M4 Max MacBook Pro 16 features a 16-Core CPU, 40-Core GPU, 48GB of unified memory, and a 1TB SSD for speedy storage. Tack on that dazzling 16.2-inch liquid retina display and you have an absolute behemoth of a machine that no workload stands a chance against.

However, this deal just got even better. Amazon is now selling this M4 Max MacBook Pro 16 for $3,599, a further $100 saving!

Price Update: M4 Max MacBook Pro 16

Black Friday is here, and with it comes some improved MacBook sales, sweetening the deal on some of Apple's most powerful laptops.

The brand new M4 Max-powered MacBook Pro 16 with 36GB of RAM and 1TB of storage is an absolute powerhouse of a machine, perfect for intensive computing tasks like video editing, rendering, programming, and more. It's a fantastic choice if you're looking for a portable workstation with backed by considerable performance.

Ahead of Black Friday, you could've snagged yourself a MacBook like this with a $300 discount, but on Black Friday that discount has been elevated to $400!

Right now, you can grab the M4 Max MacBook Pro 16 for $3,099 at Best Buy!

This isn't a MacBook, but it is the perfect accessory for your MacBook. Pick up a pair of the Apple AirPods Pro 2 for only $153 in this Walmart Black Friday deal — that's a savings of $96!

If you go out a lot with your MacBook, the AirPods Pro 2 are easy to store in your bag, unlike the bulky AirPods Max. And if you use your MacBook at home most of the time, you can use these AirPods to block out unwanted distractions while you're trying to focus.

Price check: Target $153 | Walmart $154 | Best Buy $159

Through Best Buy, you can save $265 on a new M3 MacBook Air 15 and get it for just $1,234.

If I was buying a MacBook Air today, this is definitely the configuration I'd go with.

It comes with 16GB of RAM, which is plenty for the average user to tab-hoard to their heart's content, listen to Spotify, and have a few other apps open if needed. The 512GB SSD is more than enough for most people, and the M3 chip (8-core CPU, 10-core GPU, 16-core Neural Engine) promises the most future-proof, current-gen performance available.

Opting for the 15-inch over the 13-inch M3 MacBook Air for $1,049 with the same specs is just personal preference. There's only a difference of 0.6 pounds between the two laptops, and I'd prefer more screen real estate over a lighter laptop.

MacBooks have ridiculously long battery life, but that doesn't mean you'll never run into a situation where you're unable to charge your laptop when you need juice. Whether you plan to travel for the holidays or forget your laptop's at 20% before you leave to work at the library, having a portable laptop charger on deck can be super helpful.

In this Amazon Black Friday deal, you can snag a well-rated Baseus laptop power bank for just $59. With an extra 17% off via an on-page coupon and the coupon code F4JY9GPG taking another 20% off at checkout, your total price before tax goes down to just $37.

Deal update! Walmart still has an incredibly affordable MacBook Air in stock — one I'd consider to be the best student laptop deal I've seen in a while.

Pick up an M1 MacBook Air for just $599 ($100 off) at Walmart. It's available in a gorgeous Gold shade, classic MacBook Silver, or sophisticated Space Gray, and Walmart has given it a "Best seller" tag, so stock might be selling out quickly.

In our M1 MacBook Air review, the laptop lasted 14 hours and 41 minutes on a single charge and delivered impressive performance results. More specifically, we found it to be "capable of powering demanding apps needed by professional users." With its long battery life, exceptional performance, and 2.8-pound weight, it's the perfect laptop for students.

MacBooks have gorgeous displays, but there's only so much you can get done easily on a single screen. Adding LG's Gram +View portable monitor for just $274 to your laptop setup will make working much easier.

This portable 16-inch monitor features a 16:10 aspect ratio, 2560 x 1600-pixel resolution, and a 60Hz refresh rate. Whether you're using it to watch a YouTube video while you're working or using it to multitask among open tabs, this extra monitor will no doubt come in handy.

If you want the absolute best MacBook Apple has to offer right now, that's going to be a MacBook Pro with an M4 Max chip. Fortunately, Best Buy has it on sale.

Pick up a 16-inch MacBook Pro with an M4 Max chip for only $3,599 with all the bells and whistles. This top-of-the-line MacBook features a whopping 48GB of RAM, 1TB of SSD storage, and an M4 Max chipset with a 16-core CPU, 40-core GPU, and 16-core Neural Engine.

This is indeed a steep price for a new laptop, but it's the best discount we've seen so far on an M4 Max MacBook Pro since it launched on November 8.

The trackpad on a MacBook is wonderfully smooth, but nothing truly compares to using an external mouse, especially an ergonomic mouse. Pick up a Logitech MX Master 3S mouse in pale gray for just $79 and watch your productivity soar.

This mouse can work on any surface, no mouse pad required, and features an 8000 DPI sensor that you can customize. You can connect this mouse to up to three devices and easily switch between them, personalize buttons to perform custom actions, and keep your wrist ergonomically angled while working.

Price check: Amazon $84 | Walmart $84

This Best Buy Doorbuster deal knocks $300 off the MacBook Pro 16 with an M4 Pro chip. Considering MacBooks with an M4 Pro chip just launched earlier this month, this is a pretty sweet deal.

For just $2,199, you'll get a MacBook Pro with a gorgeous 16-inch, 3456 x 2234-pixel display, 24GB of RAM, 512GB of SSD storage, and an Apple M4 Pro chipset consisting of a 14-core CPU, 20-core GPU, and 16-core Neural Engine.

MacBook Pro 14-inch M4: $1,599 $1,399

If you've had your eye on the 14-inch MacBook Pro M4 since it launched last month, I can't blame you, I've been obsessing over it ever since I reviewed it for Laptop Mag. I gave laptop a perfect 5-star score this year in part due to the massive upgrade to the base model, which now starts with 16GB of RAM and a superior 10-core M4 CPU.

That base model is now the right choice for most people and a solid value at its typical $1,599, but Amazon already slashed it to just $1,399 for Black Friday. Don't wait, we don't expect to see a better deal on this laptop over the Black Friday weekend.

A safe buy for students

If you're buying for someone else on Black Friday, particularly a student, and you're feeling stumped on which MacBook will cater to their needs the best then look no further than this M3 MacBook Air 13, now only $844 at Amazon.

It's light, ultra-portable, and is powered by Apple's seriously impressive M3 processor.

Not only that, it comes with 256GB of storage, plenty for storing documents, photos, and more. It pairs that storage with 16GB of RAM, which helps when juggling lots of different apps and tackling more demanding tasks.

It's a fantastic laptop for students, and it has plenty of potential to entertain once classes finish too!

Not everybody requires a full docking station to make the most of their MacBook. In fact, most people can probably get by with just a few extra ports.

That's what makes Plugable's 5-in-1 USB-C Hub for MacBooks such an impressive device. It simply slots onto the side of your MacBook, granting you two USB Type-A ports, a USB Type-C port, a Gigabit Ethernet port, and a 3.5mm audio jack, all while leaving your MagSafe port free to use.

It's also super-affordable. Even more so during Black Friday where you can save $10 off of its regular asking price, with the Plugable 5-in-1 USB-C Hub available for just $29 at Amazon.

MacBooks, aren't they great? Right up until the moment you find yourself a little short of ports, that is.

That's not a problem unique to Apple's MacBooks though. Most modern laptops, in their quest to be trimmer and lighter than ever before, are leaving ports behind — which can be a real pain for those of us with workstations or expanded setups in mind.

However, there is a solution: the docking station. Specifically, the Satechi Dual Dock Stand.

During Black Friday you can save over $50 on this excellent multi-purpose docking station for MacBooks with the Satechi Dual Dock Stand now only $97 at Amazon.

Not only does this docking station supply your MacBook with a constant charge, it offers a much wider port selection, acts as an ergonomic stand, and can be fitted with an NVMe SSD to act as an external SSD enclosure.

Deal update! If you haven't purchased an M2 MacBook Air during Black Friday sales and you still want to, you absolutely can.

Best Buy appears to have plenty of stock of the M2-powered MacBook Air 13 for just $749, which will fuel this deal through Black Friday. That's a $250 (or 25%) discount for a solid laptop that earned 4.5 out of 5 stars in Laptop Mag's review.

This configuration comes with 16GB of RAM, 256GB of SSD storage, and an M2 chip with an 8-core CPU, 8-core GPU, and 16-core Neural Engine. This lightweight, long-lasting laptop is perfect for anyone who needs a reliable daily driver, especially students.

You can pick up a refurbished 2024 M3-powered MacBook Air for just $799 via Amazon's Renewed program. This configuration comes with 8GB of RAM and 256GB of SSD storage, and buying a refurbished model is a great way to help the environment and "reuse" old electronics rather than buy a new model.

That said, if you'd rather have a brand-new MacBook, you can grab an M3-powered MacBook Air slashed to just $844 for Black Friday. With 16GB of RAM and 256GB of SSD storage, it's arguably a better deal than the refurbished model above, but going the renewed route would save you an extra $45.

Speck cases for MacBooks are highly rated, and they breathe fresh air into your laptop after just a few seconds of incredibly easy "installation," if you can even call snapping it on "installation."

Once installed, it will protect your MacBook from scratches, dents, and bumps and look great while doing so.

Best Buy has slashed prices on Speck's Smartshell Cases for various MacBooks:

• MacBook Air 15-inch M2/M3 Speck Case for $39 ($20 off)
• MacBook Air 13-inch M2/M3 Speck Case for $29 ($20 off)
• MacBook Pro 14-inch M1/M2/M3/M4 Speck Case for $29 ($20 off)
• MacBook Pro 16-inch M1/M2/M3/M4 Speck Case for $35 ($24 off)

While not a MacBook, the iMac is in the Mac family — and when you see the Black Friday price of this all-in-one desktop, it might have you convinced it's a better buy over a MacBook.

On Amazon, the Apple 2024 iMac All-in-One is only $1,199 ($100 off), and an extra $50 coupon on Amazon takes that price down to $1,149. That's $150 in total savings for a powerful M4 desktop. Just be sure to apply the coupon on the item's page before checking out.

This configuration features 16GB of RAM, 256GB of SSD storage, Apple's M4 chip with an 8-core CPU and an 8-core GPU, and a 24-inch, 4480 x 2520-pixel display. It also comes with a Magic Keyboard and Magic Mouse to help you get started right away.

Price check: $1,149 w/ Best Buy Plus

Buying a refurbished laptop is an excellent way to save some extra cash on a laptop that might just have a few dents or scratches, but otherwise work perfectly fine.

In this pre-Black Friday sale on Amazon, you can save an extra $80 on a Renewed 2022 M2 MacBook Air, putting its total price at a wildly affordable $669. This is a laptop that earned 4.5 out of 5 stars in Laptop Mag's review, thanks to its elegant design, bright screen, excellent battery life, and overall solid performance.

This configuration features 8GB of RAM and 256GB of SSD storage, and the deal price is currently good on both the Midnight and Silver colorways. There are only 8 left in stock right now, so if this deal sounds right for you, act fast!

Rain Design laptop stands are some of the best options for MacBooks because they match in both material and look. The company's mStand is one of its most popular, and right now you can grab your own mStand for only $39 at Amazon — that's 20% in savings!

The stand is constructed of a single piece of aluminum that's both sturdy and able to absorb heat well. The outer layer is sand-blasted and finished with anodized aluminum that matches Apple's MacBooks.

I've been following MacBook Black Friday deals all week, and there are some great discounts across the board, but it's an especially good time to get a budget-friendly MacBook.

Right now, you can get a few MacBooks for under $900 thanks to some great discounts from across the web:

• M3 MacBook Air w/ 16GB of RAM, 256GB of storage: $844 @ Amazon | $849 @ Best Buy
• M2 MacBook Air w/ 16GB of RAM, 256GB of storage: $749 @ Amazon | $749 @ Best Buy
• M1 MacBook Air w/ 8GB of RAM, 256GB of storage: $599 @ Walmart

If you're looking for a device for work, school, creative tasks, or entertainment, a MacBook might be the first thing that comes to mind. But is it the right device for you?

Don't get me wrong. I love MacBooks. They're some of the best laptops you can buy. The iPad is great, too, though, and sometimes a better fit depending on what you want to do.

For instance, I always reach for my iPad first when I need to get creative work done on Procreate or Canva. iPads can also be more affordable and great for students, especially when it comes to notetaking with the Apple Pencil.

So, whether you're shopping for yourself or looking for a great Apple gift, take a minute to see how the MacBook and iPad compare. If an iPad sounds like the right choice for you, check out these top iPad Black Friday deals:

• iPad Pro M4 11-inch 256GB: $899 @ Best Buy
• iPad Air M2 11-inch 128GB: $499 @ Best Buy
• iPad 10 256GB: $429 @ Best Buy

If you've already purchased a MacBook, Black Friday still offers plenty, including a range of Mac-friendly accessories and peripherals.

However, you may also want to consider current discounts on Incase MacBook cases (which are also featured on Apple's official accessories store).

Incase's protective hardshell laptop cases offer form-fitting protection for Apple laptops while also ensuring your device is well-ventilated and all of your ports remain easily accessible.

Right now, you can save between 27% and 36% on selected Incase protective cases at the Incase store on Amazon.

Another important factor when deciding what MacBook is right for you is size, which can considerably impact the price you'll pay on Black Friday.

Right now, you can secure a respectable configuration of the M3 MacBook Air 15 for $1,234 at Amazon, featuring 16GB of unified memory and 512GB of storage.

However, the same configuration in a more diminutive form can grant you an M3 MacBook Air 13 for just $1,049 at Amazon — $185 less than the 15.6-inch model!

Is it worth downsizing to save even more money on your MacBook purchase this Black Friday?

If you're shopping for a new MacBook during Black Friday, you may be so busy comparing prices and specs that you've overlooked the most important question: Which is right for you, MacBook Pro or MacBook Air?

Thankfully, we've brought together all the specs and details to compare each line of MacBook for you!

Catch our guide, complete with recommendations for the right MacBook to suit your budget, display preferences, and performance needs!

• MacBook Air vs. MacBook Pro: Which Mac should you buy in 2024?

Logitech knows how to make the best MacBook accessories, combining sleek style with exceptional functionality. For Black Friday, you can pick up Logitech’s Casa Pop Up Desk Kit for only $149 in pink, green/black, and tan/purple colorways.

This helpful kit functions as a laptop stand, which raises your laptop display to an ergonomic height. Nestled perfectly inside are a wireless keyboard and touchpad, both of which use USB-C charging. When you’re done working, everything packs away neatly.

MacBook keyboards are widely praised for being better than the average laptop, but they’re generally not better than mechanical keyboards. One of the best mechanical keyboards you can pair with your MacBook is Logitech’s MX Mechanical Mini for Mac, and lucky for you, it’s on sale.

Snag your own MX Mechanical Mini keyboard for just $82 at Amazon — that’s $68 off! It comes with Tactile Quiet switches, smart backlighting, and a battery life of up to 15 days when using the backlight. You can connect with up to three different Macs or iPads at once and easily switch between them while working.

Okay, hear me out. This is an M1-powered MacBook Air, so it’s now two generations behind the current M3-powered MacBook Air models, but for students and anyone who mainly just needs to access the internet on their laptop, this is a fantastic buy.

Regularly $699, you can grab the M1 MacBook Air for only $599 right now at Walmart. In our M1 MacBook Air review, we awarded it a near-perfect score and praised its “outstanding battery life” (14 hours and 41 minutes) and “breathtaking performance.” Among other budget laptops today, the M1 MacBook Air still shines above.

If I was buying a new laptop today as a remote worker, this would be the one I’d go for. Grab a new M3 MacBook Pro 14 for only $1,199 at Best Buy — regularly $1,399, that’s $200 in savings for a laptop that’s incredibly powerful with a long-lasting battery life.

Its compact 14-inch size is perfect for commuting back and forth between home, coffee shops, and the library. And yes, it technically has a last-gen M3 chip, but it’s packed with more than enough power for the average user.

If you don't want to splurge on a Magic keyboard, but want a Bluetooth keyboard so you can put your MacBook on an ergonomic stand while working, check this deal out.

Pick up a silver iClever BK10 keyboard for just $27 at Amazon ahead of Black Friday. Its sleek design and chiclet keys will be reminiscent of your MacBook, and if you want to use the keyboard with your tablet or smartphone as well, you can!

You can connect to up to three devices to switch between with Bluetooth 5.1. It's compatible with Macs, iPads, iPhones, Androids, and Windows devices.

Not everyone has the cash to splurge on a new MacBook for someone special during the holidays, but treating someone to a new MacBook case? That's much more reasonable.

This gorgeous green Mosiso case is 20% off for Black Friday, and it fits 2022-2024 MacBook Air 13 models. It comes with an external plastic hard shell, along with a keyboard cover and screen film. Mosiso also has discounted cases for older MacBook Air models as well.

Best Buy has the M2-powered MacBook Air slashed to just $749 ($250 off) as well, so if Amazon sells out, you’ll have Best Buy’s stock to fall back on.

This configuration comes with 16GB of RAM, 256GB of SSD storage, and of course, Apple’s M2 silicon. If you’re looking for a lightweight, reliable laptop to cart around between classes or while working remotely, you can’t go wrong with a MacBook Air.

DEAL UPDATE! Unfortunately, Amazon's Black Friday deal on the 16-inch MacBook Pro M3 Max has ended for now. If you're disappointed about missing it, you're not quite out of luck yet. I found a couple of alternative discounts so you can still save some money on this model.

You can get the 16-inch MacBook Pro M3 Max with 48GB of RAM and 1TB of storage for $3,399 at Best Buy or B&H Photo. That's a discount of $500 off the original price!

DEAL UPDATE! The M2 MacBook Air has dropped to just $749 on Amazon, an additional $50 discount from the deal we originally found and the lowest price in the last month. That means you can now get the model with 16GB of RAM and 256GB of storage for less than $800, which is a serious bargain!

While the M2 chip is a couple of years old, it holds up well. At this price, the M2 MacBook Air is the perfect laptop for students or anyone looking for a great laptop on a budget.

We've all been there: you're carrying your laptop around work or school and trip or lose your grip. The next thing you know, your shiny MacBook has a dented corner or a scratched lid.

Not only is this annoying, it can also reduce the resale value of your MacBook when you're ready to upgrade. That's why I always pay a little bit extra to get AppleCare+ coverage with my Apple devices. If anything happens to your MacBook while it's covered, Apple will repair it (or sometimes even replace your whole device) for no extra charge.

Right now you can save on MacBook bundles with AppleCare+ coverage for Black Friday. For example, the MacBook Air M3 13-inch with 3 years of AppleCare+ is just $1,198 on Amazon! This model includes 16GB of RAM and 512GB of storage, which is plenty for everything from school to work or even casual gaming.

If you're shopping for a new MacBook or looking for gifts for a Mac user, I've got you covered. Best Buy has some great deals on MacBooks you can check out above and I found some awesome Black Friday deals on Mac accessories to pair with your new laptop.

For example, you can simplify your charging setup with this Insignia 100W 4-port charging hub for just $44 at Best Buy, over half off of its original price.

If you commute with your MacBook or carry it to school with you, a reliable case is always a good idea. Right now you can pick up a Speck Transfer MacBook case for just $23 at Best Buy, which is a bargain for this top-notch brand.

A lot of people use their MacBooks for creative tasks like photo and video editing, which can take up a ton of storage (speaking from experience). A great external drive can really come in handy. The LaCie Rugged 2TB external drive is on sale for just $89 at Best Buy right now. This drive is perfect for Mac users since it's designed to be Mac-compatible and uses USB-C rather than old-school USB-A.

Lastly, an external mouse is a must-have accessory, so I'm excited to share this deal I found on the Logitech MX Anywhere 3S, down to just $67 at Best Buy. This is Laptop Mag's top mouse for MacBooks and an easy gift idea.

Apple upgraded the base RAM on all MacBooks to 16GB last month, but there are still plenty of retailers selling the 8GB M3, M2, and M1 models. Should you still buy one of these?

Probably not. Laptops with 8GB of RAM are usually only good for casual tasks like studying, web browsing, and word processing. They struggle with tasks like gaming or video editing, which typically requires 16GB or more of RAM for a good experience.

You don't have to break the bank to get a MacBook with 16GB of RAM, though! Here's a few of the best deals I found on cheap MacBooks with 16GB of RAM for Black Friday:

• M3 MacBook Air 13-inch w/ 16GB of RAM, 256GB of storage: $844 @ Amazon | $849 @ Best Buy
• M3 MacBook Air 13-inch w/ 16GB of RAM, 512GB of storage: $1,049 @ Amazon | $1,049 @ Best Buy
• M3 MacBook Air 15-inch w/ 16GB of RAM, 256GB of storage: $1,044 @ Amazon | $1,044 @ Best Buy
• M2 MacBook Air 13-inch w/ 16GB of RAM, 256GB of storage: $749 @ Amazon | $749 @ Best Buy

The MacBook Air M3 13-inch is Laptop Mag's best overall laptop of 2024. Whether you're a student, professional, or casual user, this is a stellar laptop that's hard to go wrong with.

Right now is the best time of year to pick up this fantastic laptop, whether you're gifting it or buying one for yourself. To help you out, here are the current top deals from across the web:

• MacBook Air M3 13-inch w/ 16GB of RAM, 512GB of storage: $1,049 @ Amazon | $1,049 @ Best Buy | $1,149 @ B&H Photo
• MacBook Air M3 13-inch w/ 16GB of RAM, 256GB of storage: $844 @ Amazon | $849 @ Best Buy | $999 @ B&H Photo

Looking for one of the new M4 Max MacBooks? They can be pretty expensive at full price, but luckily they're already on sale for Black Friday.

For example, you can snag the M4 Max MacBook Pro 14-inch for $300 off at B&H Photo right now. That discount puts this model under $3,000, one of the biggest discounts we'll see until the holiday season rolls around again next year.

You can also get some great discounts on the M3 Max MacBooks if you don't need the latest chip. For example, you can save $600 on the M3 Max MacBook Pro 16-inch at B&H Photo. This is the biggest MacBook discount I've seen all week! Sure, the newer M4 Max technically replaced this model last month, but the M3 Max is still a very powerful processor that should hold up great for several years to come.

Amazon and Best Buy aren't the only places to find great discounts on MacBooks for Black Friday, especially if you're looking for a MacBook with more powerful specs.

I just found this $250 discount on the new MacBook Pro with the M4 Pro chip at B&H Photo. This is a great pick for pro users because B&H Photo offers the full range of customization options, including the premium nano-texture display. These top-tier upgrade options often aren't available on Amazon listings, so if you're looking to max out your MacBook Pro, snag this deal to save on those premium specs.

Those looking to pick up a MacBook during Black Friday, and who don't want to spent a lot to do so, may want to look to Walmart, which is currently selling the M1 MacBook Air for just $599.

This model features 8GB of unified RAM and 256GB of storage. While older, it's still fully compatible with Apple Intelligence, and can still impress with its long battery life and decent performance.

If you're a MacBook power user then you may be inclined to scout for a new laptop on the higher end of the scale.

Apple's most powerful MacBooks are the new M4 Max MacBook Pros, offering 16-Core performance and up to 40-Cores of performance from its GPU.

At B&H. you can currently save $300 on a 16-inch MacBook Pro (M4 Max, Space Black) for $3,699 featuring a 16-Core CPU, 40-Core GPU, 48GB of unified RAM, and a 1TB SSD.

Elsewhere, Best Buy are shaving $300 off of the asking price of the 16-inch MacBook Pro (M4 Max, Space Black) for $3,199. This configurations offers a 14-Core CPU, 32-Core GPU, 36GB of unified RAM, and 1TB of storage.

Also at Best Buy, you can save $300 on the 14-inch MacBook Pro (M4 Max, Space Black) now available for $2,899. This configuration includes the same 14-Core CPU, 32-Core GPU, 36GB of RAM, and 1TB of storage as the 16-inch model, but in a smaller frame.

If you need a MacBook that's backed up by a serious amount of power, then Apple's M Pro-powered MacBook Pros may be what you're looking for.

One regular downside to these models is the price. Thankfully, Black Friday brings deals to Apple's MacBook's indiscriminately, and even the powerful M-series Pro models are getting some sizeable discounts.

• Apple MacBook Pro 14 (M4 Pro 12-Core, 16-Core GPU, 24GB RAM, 512GB storage): Was $1,999, now $1,749 @ B&H
• Apple MacBook Pro 14 (M3 Pro 11-Core, 14-Core GPU, 18GB RAM, 512GB storage): Was $1,999, now $1,699 @ B&H

Continuing the theme of how much difference that extra $50 can make when you decide on your purchase, the 15-inch M3 MacBook Air is another shining example of how you only have to spend a little extra to gain a lot in terms of the overall MacBook experience.

You may have come across this deal already, Amazon is currently selling the M3 MacBook Air 15 for just $999. However, that configuration only has 8GB of RAM. While Apple's unified memory does an impressive job, the more RAM you have available, the smoother your laptop will be in operation.

With that in mind, we're taking the bold decision to tell you NOT to aim for this deal if peak performance and tackling heavy workloads is in the cards for you. Instead, save $250 and get 16GB of RAM when you buy the M3 Apple MacBook Air 15 for only $1,044 @ Amazon!

Black Friday isn't about spending frivolously (though that's advice I should listen to, myself), it's about spending smart to make sure you get the most bang for your buck.

When it comes to the Apple MacBook Air, deciding to spend as as little as $50 or $100 more can make all the difference on the machine you bring home.

If you're tempted by the impressive deal on the M2 MacBook Air 13 (16GB, 256GB) for just $749 @ Best Buy, take note: For just $50 more you can snag the more powerful M3 MacBook Air 13 (8GB, 256GB) for $799 @ Best Buy,.

However, for just a further $50 again, you can get the even more powerful M3 MacBook Air 13 (16GB, 256GB) for $849 @ Best Buy, equaling the M2 MacBook Air's 16GB of unified RAM and 256GB of storage while improving on performance and battery life through the ultra-efficiency of Apple's M3 chipset.

M3 MacBook Air 13-inch: Deal update

Those looking to snag the 13-inch M3 MacBook Air during Black Friday may have felt as if they were dealt a crushing blow when Amazon's $799 deal expired.

However, the best thing about Black Friday is that the sales span all retailers, and when one deal ends, another is ready and waiting to take its place.

While Amazon's deal is temporarily out of action, Best Buy is here to save the day with its own deal on the M3 MacBook Air 13 for only $799!

If you're looking for cheap MacBooks for Black Friday, you're in luck. There are some awesome deals on MacBooks under $1,000 right now but you have to be careful to make sure you're actually buying a MacBook that's a good deal.

For example, there are plenty of older MacBooks available for far below $1,000, but most of them aren't actually worth your money, no matter how cheap. Avoid any MacBooks with Intel chips. Apple started using its own M-series chips in 2020, starting with the M1 chip. M-series processors are far, far more capable than the older Intel chips, most of which aren't even eligible for macOS software updates anymore.

So, instead of wasting your money on an outdated Intel-powered MacBook, check out these deals on cheap MacBooks under $1,000 for Black Friday:

• M3 MacBook Air w/ 16GB of RAM, 256GB of storage: $849 @ Best Buy | $844 @ Amazon
• M3 MacBook Air w/ 8GB of RAM, 256GB of storage: $799 @ Best Buy
• M2 MacBook Air w/ 16GB of RAM, 256GB of storage: $749 @ Best Buy | $749 @ Amazon

Looking for a new MacBook, but unsure what configuration you should get? As a general rule of thumb, Laptop Mag recommends at least 16GB of RAM and 512GB of storage. If you're a power user and need to store a lot of photos, videos, or games, aim for at least 1TB of storage.

To help you out, I've hand-picked a couple of great deals on MacBooks with these recommended specs!

First up is the latest-model M4 MacBook Pro with 16GB of RAM and 1TB of storage. It's $200 off at Amazon right now or you can get it for the same price at Best Buy depending on which retailer you prefer.

If you don't need as much power or want to spend a little less, take a look at the 2024 M3 MacBook Air with 16GB of RAM and 512GB of storage. Right now it's $250 off at Amazon, bringing the price down to just $1,049! That's a great deal for this top-rated laptop. It's also on sale for the same price at Best Buy if you would rather buy it there.

Whether you're using your MacBook for school, work, or anything in between, a good pair of headphones is a must-have accessory. If you're like me, it's borderline impossible to get anything done without some lo-fi playing in the background. My daily driver is a pair of Beats Solo headphones, which are down to just $99 at Best Buy right now!

That's not all. For the most top-tier, premium Apple audio experience, you can get the AirPods Max for $150 off at Best Buy for Black Friday. These stylish over-ear headphones look so good you can wear them anywhere you want to work, especially with the help of Active Noise Cancelling.

If you're looking for something a little more lightweight and low-key, you can pick up the AirPods Pro 2 for just $159 for Black Friday. They'll work seamlessly with your MacBook, offer a stellar audio experience, and won't cramp up your neck if you wear them all day.

Want the most powerful MacBook Apple has to offer? The maxed-out M4 MacBook Pro is already on sale for Black Friday, even though it was just announced last month!

Right now you can save $300 on the top-tier MacBook Pro with the M4 Max chip, 36GB of RAM, and 1TB of storage. Those specs don't come cheap, but Black Friday discounts like this one make them a bit more affordable. This configuration has the power you need to do everything from intense video editing to AAA gaming, making it a no-brainer for power users. We gave the M4 MacBook Pro a shining Editor's Choice award in our review, as well, so you'll be getting a great device recommended by our experts.

Looking for stocking stuffers or gifts for a MacBook user? I've hand-picked a few of the best deals on MacBook accessories to help you out. Great accessories can make or break your experience with any laptop, so it's important to make sure you're picking devices that are not only compatible with MacBooks but also perform great overall.

A perfect example is the Logitech MX Anywhere 3S wireless mouse, down to just $64 for Black Friday. This ultra-portable little mouse is the perfect productivity companion for any MacBook. In fact, it's currently our top pick for the best wireless mouse for Mac!

If you know someone who likes to game on their Mac, a new PlayStation DualSense wireless controller is a great gift idea. This is one of the best game controllers you can buy and it's fully compatible with macOS (it looks great, too). Right now you can pick it up for just $54 on Amazon for Black Friday.

MacBooks are extremely popular for work and productivity, as well, so a top-rated docking station can make a great gift. Right now you can get the Satechi Dual Dock Stand for a whopping 35% off on Amazon, bringing it down to $97. This premium docking station is currently our top recommendation for Mac users in our rankings for the best laptop docking stations.

If you're shopping for a new laptop for less than $800, you might think MacBooks are out of reach. Good news! That's not the case, at least not during Black Friday sale season.

Right now you can get a new M1 MacBook Air for just $599 at Walmart, a price that's well within in the budget range. Sure, this model is from 2020, but if affordability is your top priority, it's hard to go wrong with the M1 MacBook Air, especially at this price. The M1 chip can still keep up well with everyday tasks and still has at least a few more years of software updates.

At this price, the M1 MacBook Air also makes a fantastic gift for kids and teens getting their first laptop. The low price means parents don't have to worry as much if it gets dinged up, but it still has plenty of style and performance for school.

The MacBook Air is great, but power users need the top-tier performance you can only get from the MacBook Pro. Right now you can get that performance for the same price as a MacBook Air.

For example, this deal from Best Buy takes the base M3 MacBook Pro down to just $1,199 for Black Friday! Storage upgrades can be pricey, but you can get around them by opting for a fast, Mac-friendly external drive. One great pick is the LaCie Rugged Mini SSD for just $124 at Best Buy, which gets you a bonus 1TB of high-speed storage for less than a storage upgrade on your MacBook would cost. Plus, the rugged design means you can bring this external drive anywhere without worrying about it getting damaged.

MacBooks don't usually make our rankings for the best budget laptops, but Black Friday sales are making Macs a seriously good buy right now for budget users! For example, I just found the 2024 13-inch MacBook Air for just $844 on Amazon for Black Friday. This is the only time of year when you can pick up the latest MacBook Air, brand-new, for less than $1,000.

You can also use this sale to effectively get a free storage upgrade. With Amazon's discount on the M3 Air, the model with 512GB of storage costs less than the regular price for the model with 256GB of storage.

To kick off our Black Friday MacBook deals, check out this $250 discount on the 13-inch M2 MacBook Air at Best Buy! It takes this MacBook down to just $749, making it a fantastic bargain for students or anyone on a budget.

Apple launched the M2 MacBook Air in 2022, so it's a couple of years old now, but it holds up well. It's compatible with Apple Intelligence and slated to receive software updates until at least 2030, possibly longer. So, you can still get plenty of use out of this Mac. The M2 probably won't get any cheaper than this until next holiday season, so pick it up now while it's still available.