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Apple MacBook Air: 15.3" Liquid Retina, M5 Chip, 24GB RAM, 512GB SSD

$1,299

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B&H Photo Video has Apple 15.3" MacBook Air (Midnight, Z1LW000W0) on sale for $1,299. Shipping is free.

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Details:
  • Apple M5 10-Core Chip
  • 24GB Unified RAM | 512GB SSD
  • 15.3" 2880 x 1864 Liquid Retina Display
  • 10-Core GPU | 16-Core Neural Engine
  • Wi-Fi 7 | Bluetooth 6 | Thread
  • Two Thunderbolt 4 Ports | Headphone Jack
  • 12MP Center Stage Camera with Desk View
  • Backlit Magic Keyboard
  • Force Touch Trackpad | Touch ID Sensor
  • macOS | 35W Power Adapter

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  • Get 1%-5% cash back on deals like this with a cash back credit card. Compare the available cash back credit cards here.
  • At the time of this posting, our research indicates that this is $220 lower than the next best comparable online prices starting from $1,519.
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars from customer reviews.

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B&H Photo Video has Apple 15.3" MacBook Air (Midnight, Z1LW000W0) on sale for $1,299. Shipping is free.

Thanks to Community Member 4bh1sh3k for sharing this deal.

Details:
  • Apple M5 10-Core Chip
  • 24GB Unified RAM | 512GB SSD
  • 15.3" 2880 x 1864 Liquid Retina Display
  • 10-Core GPU | 16-Core Neural Engine
  • Wi-Fi 7 | Bluetooth 6 | Thread
  • Two Thunderbolt 4 Ports | Headphone Jack
  • 12MP Center Stage Camera with Desk View
  • Backlit Magic Keyboard
  • Force Touch Trackpad | Touch ID Sensor
  • macOS | 35W Power Adapter

Editor's Notes

Written by SaltyOne | Staff
  • Get 1%-5% cash back on deals like this with a cash back credit card. Compare the available cash back credit cards here.
  • At the time of this posting, our research indicates that this is $220 lower than the next best comparable online prices starting from $1,519.
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars from customer reviews.

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This 15 inch MacBook Air M5 deal stands out for the 24GB RAM and 512GB SSD configuration at a lower price than Apple's listed build. The same setup is described as a strong fit for AI, data entry, and research work, with enough headroom to add external storage if needed. The main caveats are that the listing appears tied to a special color and may not stay at $1299, and B and H's return policy and restocking terms deserve a close look. A solid value if the posted price is still active.

  • The deal can match a $1499 Apple website configuration when comparing the same 24GB RAM and 512GB SSD build.

    sippingbird

  • The configuration can work well for Claude AI, data entry, analysis, and research workflows.

    EagerBreakfast803

  • The deal may be achievable via a Payboo card flow that includes a 70W charger and ships for $1499.

    Silly Burrito

  • The B&H return restocking fee may only apply when the item is not returned in proper condition.

    4bh1sh3k

  • The $1299 price may not be consistently available because the page can show $1519 instead.

    tedpickell

  • Micro Center may not offer the same 512GB SSD configuration, showing only a 1TB option priced at $1445 plus taxes.

    4bh1sh3k

  • The discounted listing may be a special one-color configuration, while another listing allows color and other options without the discount.

    4bh1sh3k

  • B&H return policy feedback can be negative due to concerns about the return policy and restocking fee.

    Gators513

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May 9, 2026 12:09 AM
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sippingbird
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May 9, 2026 12:09 AM
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Not sure where the $1519 price from but this is a $1499 build on the Apple website. Good price if you're not near a Micro Center
May 9, 2026 12:19 AM
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LovelyShape8233May 9, 2026 12:19 AM
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May 9, 2026 12:45 AM
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May 9, 2026 12:45 AM
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Quote from sippingbird View quoted comment :
Not sure where the $1519 price from but this is a $1499 build on the Apple website. Good price if you're not near a Micro Center
I don't see this config with 512GB SSD at Micro Center (not on their website at least), only 1TB SSD which is $1445+taxes: https://www.microcenter.com/produ...r-midnight
Last edited by 4bh1sh3k May 8, 2026 at 05:56 PM.
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May 9, 2026 1:03 AM
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sippingbird
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May 9, 2026 1:03 AM
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Quote from 4bh1sh3k View quoted comment :
I don't see this config with 512GB SSD at Micro Center (not on their website at least), only 1TB SSD which is $1445+taxes: https://www.microcenter.com/produ...r-midnight
Yeah, true. This is a nonstandard config
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May 9, 2026 1:41 AM
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Silly BurritoMay 9, 2026 1:41 AM
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In the same vein, you can get a 15" M5 with 24GB of RAM, a 1TB drive, and a 70W charger for $1499 shipped if you do the same Payboo deal. Just be sure to click the order now button when you apply for the card, otherwise it won't allow you to use it and you'll lose out on the deal.

https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/pr...ir_m5.html
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May 9, 2026 3:07 AM
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MagicalSauceMay 9, 2026 3:07 AM
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Hmmm Microcenter's has the 1tb version for $150 more. Wonder if it's worth just going that route
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May 9, 2026 3:41 AM
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sbimosMay 9, 2026 3:41 AM
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Quote from 4bh1sh3k View quoted comment :
I don't see this config with 512GB SSD at Micro Center (not on their website at least), only 1TB SSD which is $1445+taxes: https://www.microcenter.com/produ...r-midnight
FYI. BH is apparently closed (will not allow checkout) for Shabbat until Saturday nightStupid BH question: any way to pick a different color? Pictures show all, but I don't see a choice option, and site earch only shows this listing (midnight)..
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May 9, 2026 6:04 AM
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Quote from sbimos View quoted comment :
FYI. BH is apparently closed (will not allow checkout) for Shabbat until Saturday nightStupid BH question: any way to pick a different color? Pictures show all, but I don't see a choice option, and site earch only shows this listing (midnight)..
This deal seems like a special listing with that price and only one color. 🤷🏻 ♂️
They have another listing of this product which doesn't have this discount, but it lets you choose color and other options: https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/pr...ir_m5.html.
May 9, 2026 6:06 AM
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sbimosMay 9, 2026 6:06 AM
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Quote from 4bh1sh3k View quoted comment :
This deal seems like a special listing with that price and only one color. 🤷🏻 ♂️They have another listing of this product which doesn't have this discount, but it lets you choose color and other options: https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/pr...ir_m5.html.
be careful. the only other same price listing I saw was a slightly different spec. I want to say it was at least lower RAM and I stopped looking at that point
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May 9, 2026 1:21 PM
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May 9, 2026 1:21 PM
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Quote from sbimos View quoted comment :
be careful. the only other same price listing I saw was a slightly different spec. I want to say it was at least lower RAM and I stopped looking at that point
Hmm you think it could be a listing error? I'd just return it if it's so tbh
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May 9, 2026 7:07 PM
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EagerBreakfast803May 9, 2026 7:07 PM
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Wow, great deal if you have the card to avoid taxes purchased same configuration directly from apple with student discount for $1399 plus tax. This would have saved me approx $228 (100 + 128 tax_) I love this configuration I use this as may main Claude AI device to assist with data entry analysis, research. No issues very pleased. If worried about storage, just connect 1 or 2 TB storage. Claude will work on drive so long it is connected.
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May 10, 2026 4:35 AM
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johnlauMay 10, 2026 4:35 AM
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Nice deal, and in the color I like. Too bad I can't afford it.
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May 10, 2026 2:37 PM
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Gators513May 10, 2026 2:37 PM
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Return policy and restocking fee sucks.
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May 10, 2026 8:35 PM
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The_SandsterMay 10, 2026 8:35 PM
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Quote from Gators513 View quoted comment :
Return policy and restocking fee sucks.
Actually, B&H has always been really fair with me on returns, although I've rarely had to return anything. Good company, with excellent customer service.

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Quote from Gators513 View quoted comment :
Return policy and restocking fee sucks.
As per their website, restocking is only charged if the item isn't returned in proper condition.
https://www.bhphotovideo.com/find...change.jsp

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