Slickdeals is community-supported.  We may get paid by brands for deals, including promoted items.
forum threadDr.W posted Aug 15, 2025 06:06 PM
  1. Deal Image
Item 1 of 3
  1. Deal Image
  2. Deal Image
  3. Deal Image
Item 1 of 3
forum threadDr.W posted Aug 15, 2025 06:06 PM

Refurb: Apple MacBook Air: 13.3" 2560x1600, M1, 8GB RAM, 128GB SSD, Silver $369

$369

$599

38% off
eBay
28 Comments 6,505 Views
Get Deal at eBay
Good Deal
Save
Share
Deal Details
Sold by Tek Deals Store​ via eBay.

"1-year warranty: This item has a 1-year warranty serviced by Allstate."

SPECS:
  • Apple M1 Chip 8-core CPU + 7-Core GPU
  • 13.3" 2560x1600 Retina IPS LCD Display
  • 128GB Solid State Drive
  • 8GB LPDDR4X RAM
  • 802.11ax Wi-Fi 6 + Bluetooth 5.0
  • Integrated 720p FaceTime HD Camera
  • Backlit Magic Keyboard with Force Touch Trackpad
  • Weight: 2.8 lbs
  • Ports:
    • 2x Thunderbolt 3/ USB 4 Ports

https://www.ebay.com/itm/14599065...5000006407
Community Notes
About the Poster
Deal Details
Community Notes
About the Poster
Sold by Tek Deals Store​ via eBay.

"1-year warranty: This item has a 1-year warranty serviced by Allstate."

SPECS:
  • Apple M1 Chip 8-core CPU + 7-Core GPU
  • 13.3" 2560x1600 Retina IPS LCD Display
  • 128GB Solid State Drive
  • 8GB LPDDR4X RAM
  • 802.11ax Wi-Fi 6 + Bluetooth 5.0
  • Integrated 720p FaceTime HD Camera
  • Backlit Magic Keyboard with Force Touch Trackpad
  • Weight: 2.8 lbs
  • Ports:
    • 2x Thunderbolt 3/ USB 4 Ports

https://www.ebay.com/itm/14599065...5000006407

Community Voting

Deal Score
-1
Good Deal
Get Deal at eBay

Leave a Comment

Unregistered (You)

28 Comments

Sign up for a Slickdeals account to remove this ad.

Aug 15, 2025 06:08 PM
164 Posts
Joined Nov 2015
specialistgranerAug 15, 2025 06:08 PM
164 Posts
2021 base model M1 14 inch Macbook pros are going for $600 used on eBay. For 16GB and 512GB and a premium HDR display with adaptive 120hz refresh rate the Air is kind of a bad deal with it's budget display and craptacular specs.
1
8
Aug 15, 2025 06:25 PM
21,511 Posts
Joined Nov 2007

This comment has been rated as unhelpful by Slickdeals users.

Aug 15, 2025 06:33 PM
2 Posts
Joined Jan 2019
HaydenH8523Aug 15, 2025 06:33 PM
2 Posts

Our community has rated this post as helpful. If you agree, why not thank HaydenH8523

Quote from specialistgraner :
2021 base model M1 14 inch Macbook pros are going for $600 used on eBay. For 16GB and 512GB and a premium HDR display with adaptive 120hz refresh rate the Air is kind of a bad deal with it's budget display and craptacular specs.
It's not a bad laptop by any means and while yes, the macbook pro is better, for nearly double the cost the M1 air is a fantastic laptop.
1
Aug 15, 2025 06:51 PM
294 Posts
Joined Jan 2006

This comment has been rated as unhelpful by Slickdeals users.

Original Poster
Pro
Aug 15, 2025 06:56 PM
10,671 Posts
Joined Nov 2020
Dr.W
Original Poster
Pro
Aug 15, 2025 06:56 PM
10,671 Posts
Quote from c_hack :
With 8/128 it's seriously crippled and unusable for the average user. It's like putting a lawnmower engine in a BMW.
It's a $360 laptop, which nobody is going to game or edit 4k videos on. Be realistic.
Original Poster
Pro
Aug 15, 2025 06:57 PM
10,671 Posts
Joined Nov 2020
Dr.W
Original Poster
Pro
Aug 15, 2025 06:57 PM
10,671 Posts
Quote from specialistgraner :
2021 base model M1 14 inch Macbook pros are going for $600 used on eBay. For 16GB and 512GB and a premium HDR display with adaptive 120hz refresh rate the Air is kind of a bad deal with it's budget display and craptacular specs.
Instead of this craptacular comment, why don't you share links of this M1 Pro macbook for $600, you're speaking of. Random home-based 3rd party sellers with a couple of hundred reviews don't count one bit.
2
Aug 15, 2025 07:07 PM
3,180 Posts
Joined Sep 2019

This comment has been rated as unhelpful by Slickdeals users.

Sign up for a Slickdeals account to remove this ad.

Aug 15, 2025 10:11 PM
638 Posts
Joined May 2013
ChiragCAug 15, 2025 10:11 PM
638 Posts

Our community has rated this post as helpful. If you agree, why not thank ChiragC

lol @ everyone shitting on the 8GB and price. For $369 no one is expecting a video editing or gaming laptop, this is in the Chromebook range, in fact I've seen more expensive chromebooks. The M1 processor paired with the 8GB is far superior to a 16GB laptop with an intel or snapdragon processor. let's not even get started on the fact that this has macOS and a solid aluminum unibody. Great price. I would bite if I didn't just cop the 15 inch m4 for 999
1
Aug 15, 2025 10:41 PM
11,152 Posts
Joined Aug 2008
SlimeyfaceAug 15, 2025 10:41 PM
11,152 Posts
Quote from LavenderPickle7682 :
8gb of ram? 128gb of storage?

2010 called! They want their laptop specs back! 🤣

This is ewaste from a company that clearly hates the environment -- otherwise they'd make it possible to upgrade their machines, so that a very competent CPU can continue to be used when a user's needs for ram/storage change.

Have you tried one?


I'm the furthest from an Apple fanboy that you can get….
but they seem to be universally praised for their capabilities and the Air line seems to be gradually even getting better. Reviewers all give unanimously high praise.
Yesterday 12:55 AM
256 Posts
Joined Jul 2019
MichaelP7Yesterday 12:55 AM
256 Posts
Quote from specialistgraner :
2021 base model M1 14 inch Macbook pros are going for $600 used on eBay. For 16GB and 512GB and a premium HDR display with adaptive 120hz refresh rate the Air is kind of a bad deal with it's budget display and craptacular specs.
Link to one of these mythical 600$ MacBook pro's please. Just one. I'll wait.
Yesterday 07:07 AM
1,397 Posts
Joined Jul 2011
LordDrolYesterday 07:07 AM
1,397 Posts
The RAM and storage are at Chromebook Plus level, but with a better CPU and screen than is typical. It doesn't seem that bad.

If you love putting 64 GB of RAM in everything, it's not for you.
Yesterday 07:22 AM
3,180 Posts
Joined Sep 2019

This comment has been rated as unhelpful by Slickdeals users.

Yesterday 11:44 AM
24 Posts
Joined Aug 2010
dc3828102Yesterday 11:44 AM
24 Posts
The 8GB and the M1 processor shouldn't deter anybody from getting this. However, this laptop did come out almost 5 years ago and Apple is going to support OS updates for maybe 1 or 2 more years. Without OS updates, it does become security risk - not a significant one I imagine but a risk nevertheless.
1
1
Yesterday 12:08 PM
3,180 Posts
Joined Sep 2019
LavenderPickle7682Yesterday 12:08 PM
3,180 Posts
Quote from dc3828102 :
The 8GB and the M1 processor shouldn't deter anybody from getting this. However, this laptop did come out almost 5 years ago and Apple is going to support OS updates for maybe 1 or 2 more years. Without OS updates, it does become security risk - not a significant one I imagine but a risk nevertheless.
The M1 is more than capable for casual use. The 8gb of ram is pretty weak -- if you're casually using it for single-application-at-a-time use, then sure. Or for a handful of REALLY low-usage applications (think like terminal windows or text files). But the 128gb of storage is paltry.
4

Sign up for a Slickdeals account to remove this ad.

Yesterday 12:54 PM
1,088 Posts
Joined Nov 2017
kdupuis77Yesterday 12:54 PM
1,088 Posts
Quote from Dr.W :
It's a $360 laptop, which nobody is going to game or edit 4k videos on. Be realistic.
That is exactly correct. The M1 MacBook Air base model today is a good option for someone who would otherwise be in the market for a Chromebook or cheap PC laptop, for email and web browsing. My grandparents have one of these in Rose Gold they bought when it released and it still suits their needs perfectly adequately.

Leave a Comment

Unregistered (You)

Related Searches

ComputersLaptopsFree ShippingOnline OnlyRefurbishedAppleeBay

Popular Deals

View All
Found by
$179$40055% off22" LOCO SmartTemp Kettle Charcoal Grill w/ Stand (Black) $179 + Free Shipping
4
Found by
$200$35042% offSony - WH1000XM4 Wireless Noise-Cancelling Over-the-Ear Headphones - Black $199.99
15
Found by
$3.55$1576% off4-Oz AXE Body Spray Deodorant 2 for $3.55 at Walgreens + Free Store Pickup on Orders $10+
2
Found by
$30$6050% offUnicorn Overlord - Nintendo Switch $29.99
0
Found by
$29$11073% offadidas Men's FC Bayern BSTN Jersey (Light Brown) $28.50 + Free S/H
0

Trending Deals

View All
Found by
$200$2083% offVisa Virtual $200.00 Gift Card, Email Delivery - No Fee @ Staples
27
Found by
$6.22$2575% offWeber Charcoal Rake Stainless Steel $6.22 Clearance
11
Found by
$14chautday fingerprint Keyless Entry Door Lock, $13.99, + more, FS for Prime, Woot!
5
Found by
$7.98$9.9820% off6-Count 8.5-Oz Uncle Ben's Heat & Serve Ready Rice (Jasmine) $7.98 w/S&S + Free Shipping w/ Prime or on $35+
1
Found by
$650$1,00035% off27" LG UltraGear OLED QHD 480Hz 0.03ms FreeSync Premium Pro Gaming Monitor (27GX790A-B) $650 + Free Shipping
1