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Apple MacBook Air 13.6" Laptop (2026): M5 10-Core Chip, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD

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Amazon has Apple MacBook Air 13.6" Laptop w/ M5 Chip (2026) on sale for $949.99 > now $949. Shipping is free.

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  • 13.6" 2560 x 1664 Liquid Retina Display
  • Apple M5 10-Core Chip
  • 16GB Unified RAM
  • 512GB Solid State Drive / SSD
  • 8-Core GPU | 16-Core Neural Engine
  • Wi-Fi 7 | Bluetooth 6 | Thread
  • 2x Thunderbolt 4 (USB-C) Ports | Headphone Jack
  • 12MP Center Stage Camera w/ Desk View
  • Backlit Magic Keyboard
  • Force Touch Trackpad
  • Touch ID Sensor
  • macOS
  • 40W Dynamic Power Adapter
  • 1-Year AppleCare Warranty

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  • Our research indicates that this deal is $100 less than the next best available price from a reputable merchant with prices starting from $1049 at the time of this post.
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Update: This very popular deal is now slightly less.

Amazon has Apple MacBook Air 13.6" Laptop w/ M5 Chip (2026) on sale for $949.99 > now $949. Shipping is free.

Thanks to community member argo436 for finding this deal.

Note: Estimated delivery dates may vary by location.

Available colors:
Product Specs:
  • 13.6" 2560 x 1664 Liquid Retina Display
  • Apple M5 10-Core Chip
  • 16GB Unified RAM
  • 512GB Solid State Drive / SSD
  • 8-Core GPU | 16-Core Neural Engine
  • Wi-Fi 7 | Bluetooth 6 | Thread
  • 2x Thunderbolt 4 (USB-C) Ports | Headphone Jack
  • 12MP Center Stage Camera w/ Desk View
  • Backlit Magic Keyboard
  • Force Touch Trackpad
  • Touch ID Sensor
  • macOS
  • 40W Dynamic Power Adapter
  • 1-Year AppleCare Warranty

Editor's Notes

Written by SubZero5 | Staff
  • Please see the original post for additional details & give the WIKI and additional forum comments a read for helpful discussion.
  • Our research indicates that this deal is $100 less than the next best available price from a reputable merchant with prices starting from $1049 at the time of this post.
  • Don't have Amazon Prime? Students can get a free 6-Month Amazon Prime trial with free 2-day shipping, unlimited video streaming & more.
  • If you're not a student, there's also a free 1-Month Amazon Prime trial available.

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1gokart
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That's just bad advice. 16gb is more than enough for a lot of people and an extra 8gb isn't necessary for the addition price. Future proof is just bad advice because you're spending more money for something that in the future will have better tech. Spend what you need, not what you think you need.
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batotman
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Agreed. I have an m1 with 8gb and it's more than enough. macOS is definitely written more efficiently than windows. 16gb is plenty for an Air still.
People who need more than that will typically get the Mac Pro or Studio for actual work uses that demands it.
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If you can afford it, the M5 Air with 512gb storage. There's enough of an upgrade to justify only if your budget can manage it. I was able to find an open box M4 16gb/512gb for $800 at Best Buy.
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Matching costco
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sygyzyApr 5, 2026 3:58 PM
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This new M5 or refurbished M4 Air with half the storage (256GB) for about $760?
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Quote from southernguy View quoted comment :
Don't end up with 16g. Get a 24g to future proof .
That's just bad advice. 16gb is more than enough for a lot of people and an extra 8gb isn't necessary for the addition price. Future proof is just bad advice because you're spending more money for something that in the future will have better tech. Spend what you need, not what you think you need.
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Quote from sygyzy View quoted comment :
This new M5 or refurbished M4 Air with half the storage (256GB) for about $760?
If you can afford it, the M5 Air with 512gb storage. There's enough of an upgrade to justify only if your budget can manage it. I was able to find an open box M4 16gb/512gb for $800 at Best Buy.
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IPrinceApr 5, 2026 4:39 PM
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Quote from sygyzy View quoted comment :
This new M5 or refurbished M4 Air with half the storage (256GB) for about $760?
It really depends on what you needed for. For browsing, office applications and basic work, the M4 will be more than enough with 256. But if you do any creative work or coding or local AI then go with the M5
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good deal. getting it !
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Quote from southernguy View quoted comment :
Don't end up with 16g. Get a 24g to future proof .
You should get m10 for future proof
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pavuppApr 5, 2026 5:14 PM
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BestBuy does a price match if in case anyone like me have left over gift cards or certificates from previous purchases.

If you have a Dash pass with DoorDash then you can buy BestBuy gift cards for 10% off with maximum savings of $25. That's an additional discount if you can manage it. You can only get one gift card per account but if you have friends then can maximize more savings. Just a tip.
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Better to purchase through Amazon or Costco?
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Quote from hangloose View quoted comment :
Better to purchase through Amazon or Costco?
Costco extra yr warranty, price match, longer return window, cheaper AppleCare if you're getting that
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Quote from southernguy View quoted comment :
Don't end up with 16g. Get a 24g to future proof .
Especially if you plan for doing local AI things. Looking to get a Mac mini with 32gb+ ram type. With a portable battery supply and portal monitor. Got. A mobile mini Mac.
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Quote from hangloose View quoted comment :
Better to purchase through Amazon or Costco?
All Apple products are a MUST buy from Costco IF you have the membership. No second thoughts.

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Quote from MaroonGuitar7427 View quoted comment :
Costco extra yr warranty, price match, longer return window, cheaper AppleCare if you're getting that
They price match at Costco?

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