Apple MacBook NeoSilver · Indigo · Blush · Citrus
Apple · Released January 15, 2026

MacBook Neo

Apple's MacBook Neo is the cheapest MacBook, at $699, and lasted over 13 hours in a web test.

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8.7/10What the pros sayExcellentExpert consensus · Verified Oct 8, 2026See score breakdown ↓
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Finish · Silver · Indigo · Blush · Citrus
Buying call

Buy the MacBook Neo if you want a Mac for school, browsing and office work for the least money: it starts at $699 at Apple, and Touch ID adds $100 (Oct 8, 2026). Reviewers praised its premium aluminum build, bright screen and A18 Pro speed for everyday work, and it lasted 13 hours 28 minutes in one web-browsing test. Skip it if you edit video or keep many apps open, because memory is limited and can't be upgraded. The keyboard isn't backlit, and one of its two USB-C ports runs at USB 2 speed.

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Key specs
Panel type
13.0-inch (diagonal) LED-backlit display with IPS technology;
Battery
36.5 Wh lithium-ion
Highlights

Specs that matter

Display
Resolution
4K
Refresh
60 Hz
Performance
Processor
60GB/s memory bandwidth · 5-core GPU · 6-core CPU with 2 performance cores and 4 efficiency cores · Hardware-accelerated H.264, HEVC, ProRes, and ProRes RAW · Video encode engine · 16-core Neural Engine
Storage
512GB SSD · 256GB · 512GB · 256GB SSD
OS
Accessibility features help people with disabilities get the most out of their new MacBook Neo. With built-in support fo
Body
Weight
2.71 lb (1.23 kg)
Dimensions
Weight: 2.7 pounds (1.23 kg) 6 · Height: 0.50 inch (1.27 cm) · Width: 11.71 inches (29.75 cm) · Depth: 8.12 inches (20.6
Colors
Silver · Indigo · Blush · Citrus
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Product highlights

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Chipset60GB/s memory bandwidth · 5-core GPU · 6-core CPU with 2 performance cores and 4 efficiency cores · Hardware-accelerated H.264, HEVC, ProRes, and ProRes RAW · Video encode engine · 16-core Neural Engine
RAM / storage512GB SSD · 256GB · 512GB · 256GB SSDAccessibility features help people with disabilities get the most out of their n
Weight2.71 lb (1.23 kg)Weight: 2.7 pounds (1.23 kg) 6 · Height: 0.50 inch (1.27 cm) · Width: 11.71 inches (29.75 cm) · Depth: 8.12 inches (20.6
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Buying decision

Should you buy it?

Buy the MacBook Neo if you want a Mac for school, browsing and office work for the least money: it starts at $699 at Apple, and Touch ID adds $100 (Oct 8, 2026). Reviewers praised its premium aluminum build, bright screen and A18 Pro speed for everyday work, and it lasted 13 hours 28 minutes in one web-browsing test. Skip it if you edit video or keep many apps open, because memory is limited and can't be upgraded. The keyboard isn't backlit, and one of its two USB-C ports runs at USB 2 speed.

Best for

Students and casual users who want a real Mac at the lowest price.

Not for

Video editors, heavy multitaskers and anyone who needs Thunderbolt.

Main strengthLowest-priced MacBook
Main weaknessKeyboard isn't backlit
Reasons to buy
Lowest-priced MacBook
Premium, rigid aluminum build
Bright, vivid display
Over 13 hours of web browsing in testing
Reasons to avoid
Keyboard isn't backlit
One USB-C port is USB 2.0
Touch ID costs extra
Measured view8.7/10What the pros say · verified oct 8, 2026.
ScoreVerified Oct 8, 2026
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PCMag4.5/5
Article · Full reviewApple MacBook Neo Review: Blowing Up the Budget Laptop MarketJoe Osborne · Jun 2026Read on PCMag ↗
The Verge4/10
Article · Full reviewI tested three Windows laptops in the MacBook Neo’s price range — there’s no contestAntonio G. Di Benedetto · Apr 2026Read on The Verge ↗
Tom's Hardware4.5/5
Article · Full reviewApple MacBook Neo review: a budget-priced game-changerAndrew E. Freedman · Mar 2026Read on Tom's Hardware ↗
Linus Tech Tips · May 2026Was I Wrong About the Macbook Neo?Watch on YouTube ↗
Marques Brownlee · Apr 2026Macbook Neo Review: Better than you Think!Watch on YouTube ↗
Dave2D · Apr 2026MacBook Neo Review - It Might Be TOO Cheap.Watch on YouTube ↗
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60GB/s memory bandwidth · 5-core GPU · 6-core CPU with 2 performance cores and 4 efficiency cores · Hardware-accelerated H.264, HEVC, ProRes, and ProRes RAW · Video encode engine · 16-core Neural EngineM4 Pro: 14-core CPU (10P+4E) / 20-core GPU, 273GB/s; M4 Max: 14-core CPU / 32-core GPU (410GB/s) or 16-core CPU (12P+4E) / 40-core GPU (546GB/s); 16-core Neural
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Chipset
60GB/s memory bandwidth · 5-core GPU · 6-core CPU with 2 performance cores and 4 efficiency cores · Hardware-accelerated H.264, HEVC, ProRes, and ProRes RAW · Video encode engine · 16-core Neural EngineM4 Pro: 12-core CPU (8P+4E) / 16-core GPU or 14-core CPU (10P+4E) / 20-core GPU, 273GB/s; M4 Max: 14-core CPU / 32-core GPU (410GB/s) or 16-core CPU / 40-core G
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Apple MacBook Neo
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AlternativeMacBook Pro 14-inch (M4, 2024)
Chipset
60GB/s memory bandwidth · 5-core GPU · 6-core CPU with 2 performance cores and 4 efficiency cores · Hardware-accelerated H.264, HEVC, ProRes, and ProRes RAW · Video encode engine · 16-core Neural EngineM4: 10-core CPU (4P+6E), 10-core GPU, hardware ray tracing, 16-core Neural Engine, 120GB/s
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Full specifications

40 attributes, grouped for quick scanning. Verified Oct 8, 2026. Spot a wrong value? Hit the next to it.

Display

Panel type
13.0-inch (diagonal) LED-backlit display with IPS technology;
Brightness
500 nits brightness

Performance

CPU cores
6-core CPU (2 performance + 4 efficiency)

Battery

Battery
36.5 Wh lithium-ion

Connectivity

Wireless
Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax); 6
Ports
  • 1x USB 3 (USB-C, up to 10Gb/s, DisplayPort)
  • 1x USB 2 (USB-C, up to 480Mb/s)
  • 3.5 mm headphone jack
Webcam
1080p FaceTime HD camera
Audio
Dual-speaker sound system

Keyboard & Input

Chassis
Aluminum enclosure

Body

Dimensions
1.27 x 29.75 x 20.64 cm (H x W x D)
Colors
  • Silver
  • Blush
  • Citrus
  • Indigo

Software & Launch

Operating system
macOS
Released
2026-01-15
In the box
  • MacBook Neo
  • 20W USB-C Power Adapter
  • USB-C Charge Cable (1.5 m)
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