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Mar 27, 2026 4:17 PM

Apple MacBook Pro Laptop (Early 2026): 16.2", M5 Pro, 48GB, 1TB SSD

$2,600

$3,100

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Micro Center has Apple MacBook Pro Laptop (Early 2026) for $2599.99. Free store pickup is available where stock permits.

Note: Availability for pickup will vary by location.

Thanks to community member Dr.W for finding this deal.

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Specs:
  • 16.2" Liquid Retina XDR 3456x2234 1000 nits Display
  • Apple M5 Pro 18-core Chip Processor 
  • 20-core GPU
  • 48GB Unified Memory
  • 1TB Solid State Drive
  • Wireless LAN WiFi 7 (802.11be) + Bluetooth 6.0
  • Backlit Magic Keyboard w/ Touch ID
  • macOS
  • Inputs:
    • 1x MagSafe 3
    • 3x Thunderbolt 5
    • 1x 3.5mm Headphone
    • 1x HDMI

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  • Our research indicates this offer is $449.01 lower (15% savings) than the next best price from a reputable merchant at the time of this post.
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Written by Dr.W
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About the Poster
Micro Center has Apple MacBook Pro Laptop (Early 2026) for $2599.99. Free store pickup is available where stock permits.

Note: Availability for pickup will vary by location.

Thanks to community member Dr.W for finding this deal.

Available in:
Specs:
  • 16.2" Liquid Retina XDR 3456x2234 1000 nits Display
  • Apple M5 Pro 18-core Chip Processor 
  • 20-core GPU
  • 48GB Unified Memory
  • 1TB Solid State Drive
  • Wireless LAN WiFi 7 (802.11be) + Bluetooth 6.0
  • Backlit Magic Keyboard w/ Touch ID
  • macOS
  • Inputs:
    • 1x MagSafe 3
    • 3x Thunderbolt 5
    • 1x 3.5mm Headphone
    • 1x HDMI

Editor's Notes

Written by johnny_miller | Staff
  • Our research indicates this offer is $449.01 lower (15% savings) than the next best price from a reputable merchant at the time of this post.
  • Please see the original post for additional details & give the forum comments a read for helpful discussion.
  • Get 1%-5% cash back on deals like this with a cash back credit card. Compare the available cash back credit cards here.

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Written by Dr.W

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Community Reviews

This MacBook Pro deal stands out for the M5 Pro chip, 48GB of memory, and 1TB of storage, making it a strong all in one machine for heavy work. The price was widely viewed as attractive at around $2600, especially versus prior MacBook Pro purchases and after price matching at Best Buy or Micro Center. Stock moved quickly, and the listing later climbed to about $2634 to $2789 in some locations. A few comments also flagged confusing sale timing and price changes, so the value depends on catching the lower price.

  • MacBook Pro upgraders consolidating a laptop and desktop, because the 48GB memory and 1TB storage make one machine replace two older systems.

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  • Power users needing a large-memory workstation, because the 48GB configuration and updated chipset feel like a strong step up from prior Pro models.

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  • Shoppers comparing against retail pricing, because the deal can land about $300 below EDU pricing and roughly 16% off launch.

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  • Buyers who need a guaranteed in-stock purchase, because the laptop sold out in multiple locations and restocks have come back at higher prices.

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  • Shoppers expecting the listed sale price to stay fixed, because the price has been raised by about $170 after appearing lower earlier.

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  • People who want a bright-screen deal without paying extra for glare control, because matte or nano-texture options are hard to find on sale and can add hundreds more.

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Mar 28, 2026 7:14 AM
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PornoMar 28, 2026 7:14 AM
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48g of ram is wild
Mar 28, 2026 12:05 PM
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Joined Nov 2015
MarkT4717Mar 28, 2026 12:05 PM
28 Comments
They took the sale down this morning after they listed it as "ending Saturday". Meanwhile. They restocked it. So have 18 in NJ. But raised their sale prices price. Shitty move Microcenter...
Mar 28, 2026 2:22 PM
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Joined Feb 2016
dewittgarryMar 28, 2026 2:22 PM
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Why is there a 16 cpu core m5 pro option. I double checked apples website there is no such thing.
Mar 28, 2026 2:28 PM
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dewittgarryMar 28, 2026 2:28 PM
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Quote from MarkT4717 View quoted comment :
They took the sale down this morning after they listed it as "ending Saturday". Meanwhile. They restocked it. So have 18 in NJ. But raised their sale prices price. Shitty move Microcenter...
yeah looks like they raised the price on all of them by about $170, that sucks.
Mar 28, 2026 2:43 PM
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MarkT4717Mar 28, 2026 2:43 PM
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Quote from dewittgarry View quoted comment :
yeah looks like they raised the price on all of them by about $170, that sucks.
Weird, when does "On Sale Through Saturday" mean ends at 12:00am Sat morning.

Called customer service and they claim it was never on sale for $2599...

Weird indeed.
Mar 28, 2026 3:17 PM
247 Comments
Joined Jan 2010
JoeyDigitalMar 28, 2026 3:17 PM
247 Comments
Do these kinds of deals come back?
Mar 28, 2026 3:58 PM
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ElatedString650Mar 28, 2026 3:58 PM
720 Comments
apple marketing plays so dirty i can barely stand it. 2600 dollar laptop. ram out the ass. but oh no, 1tb ssd? come on. that's like 50 bucks.
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Mar 28, 2026 4:01 PM
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robertw477Mar 28, 2026 4:01 PM
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In Miami its 2789 now.
Mar 28, 2026 4:05 PM
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pandanubMar 28, 2026 4:05 PM
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Quote from JoeyDigital View quoted comment :
Do these kinds of deals come back?
When the next one comes out lol
Mar 28, 2026 4:08 PM
30 Comments
Joined Aug 2005
jun2sanMar 28, 2026 4:08 PM
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Am I missing something? I see it listed as $2789 at my microcenter
Mar 28, 2026 4:20 PM
129 Comments
Joined Jun 2016
pepecharrascasMar 28, 2026 4:20 PM
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Quote from jun2san View quoted comment :
Am I missing something? I see it listed as $2789 at my microcenter
It was listed for ~$2600 yesterday, then it sold out and they bumped the price back up when they restocked
Apr 5, 2026 8:47 AM
161 Comments
Joined Mar 2010
ihtcApr 5, 2026 8:47 AM
161 Comments
Want to see if Bestbuy will match the 14" at 3239, i need to find a decent matte proector then Frown nothing is ever like the nano texture displays its beyond annoying that only apple and BH carry them so har dto find deals. I really cant stand glare but it bececomes liek a $600-700 option LOL (between full retail vs deals)
Apr 13, 2026 8:25 AM
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IgnititeApr 13, 2026 8:25 AM
835 Comments
any chance this is coming back? would love to grab it as a gift
Jun 24, 2026 5:50 PM
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Shadowx055Jun 24, 2026 5:50 PM
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Quote from Ignitite View quoted comment :
any chance this is coming back? would love to grab it as a gift
It's $2634 right now. https://www.microcenter.com/produ...ODIwMjMwNg..

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