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Jul 30, 2026 6:34 PM

Apple MacBook Pro Laptop: M4 Pro, 14.2" 3024x1964, 48GB RAM, 2TB SSD

$2,999

$3,899

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Best Buy has Apple 14.2" MacBook Pro Laptop (MXE63LL/A, Space Black) for $2999. Shipping is free.

Thanks to Community Member Dr.W for finding this deal

Specs:
  • Apple M4 Pro 14-Core CPU
  • 14.2" 3024x1964 120Hz Liquid Retina XDR Display
  • Apple M4 Pro Chip 20-core GPU
  • 48GB Unified Memory
  • 2TB Solid State Drive
  • Backlit Keyboard
  • macOS
  • Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax) + Bluetooth 5.3
  • Ports
  • 3x Thunderbolt 5
  • 1x HDMI
  • 72.4 Watt-Hour Lithium-Polymer Battery
  • Weight: 3.50 lbs

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Best Buy has Apple 14.2" MacBook Pro Laptop (MXE63LL/A, Space Black) for $2999. Shipping is free.

Thanks to Community Member Dr.W for finding this deal

Specs:
  • Apple M4 Pro 14-Core CPU
  • 14.2" 3024x1964 120Hz Liquid Retina XDR Display
  • Apple M4 Pro Chip 20-core GPU
  • 48GB Unified Memory
  • 2TB Solid State Drive
  • Backlit Keyboard
  • macOS
  • Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax) + Bluetooth 5.3
  • Ports
  • 3x Thunderbolt 5
  • 1x HDMI
  • 72.4 Watt-Hour Lithium-Polymer Battery
  • Weight: 3.50 lbs

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Written by Dr.W

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This MacBook Pro is a high memory, high storage workstation aimed at local AI and heavy coding, with 48GB unified memory and a 2TB SSD. The 48GB tier is described as a strong sweet spot for most local models, and the machine is said to handle local LLMs up to about 35B. At $2,999, it lands well below comparable new M5 Pro configurations and under the cheapest Apple used 48GB equivalent. The main hesitation is value, since older M4 Pro deals and some recent M5 Pro offers were lower, so the price feels less compelling than the spec sheet alone suggests.

  • The $2,999 price is positioned as closer to Apple refurbished pricing than launch retail, which can make the purchase feel more aligned with refurbished value.

  • The configuration can run local LLMs up to about a 35B model, which supports coding and local AI workflows without relying solely on subscriptions.

  • The M4-to-M5 upgrade cost difference is framed as worth paying when comparing comparable Apple Certified Refurbished 48GB/2TB options, which helps clarify upgrade value.

  • The 48GB unified memory target is described as a strong fit for most local AI models, which can reduce the need to overspend on higher RAM tiers.

  • The deal is questioned as potentially older inventory, with uncertainty about whether memory and SSD pricing has already been "eaten" by prior discounts.

  • The $2,999 offer is challenged against prior M5 Pro pricing around the low $2,300s, which makes the current deal feel less compelling.

  • The $2,999 price is criticized as not competitive versus other recent comparable configurations, including a Micro Center purchase at $2,379 for an M5 Pro/1TB spec.

  • The pricing is criticized as disproportionately high for RAM and storage, with commenters pointing to large markups between 1TB and 2TB configurations.

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Jul 31, 2026 11:12 PM
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stacks3000Jul 31, 2026 11:12 PM
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Quote from soulmist View quoted comment :
Nothing related to computers feels like a deal anymore
Macbook air m1 for 300-400 feels like a deal these days.
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Jul 31, 2026 11:39 PM
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ToughmnJul 31, 2026 11:39 PM
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With the current shortages and the "Apple tax," not a bad deal.
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Aug 1, 2026 2:29 AM
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schlackAug 1, 2026 2:29 AM
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Quote from kvinodkumar423 View quoted comment :
People really buy a laptop for 3k ?! Wow..
People spend much more than this on laptops also.
Aug 1, 2026 4:10 AM
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StrongApparel9947Aug 1, 2026 4:10 AM
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Ok good deal
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Aug 1, 2026 1:09 PM
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James_bond003Aug 1, 2026 1:09 PM
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Quote from slickRoger View quoted comment :
This doesn't seem like a deal.
Awesome deal for Apple fanboys
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Aug 2, 2026 4:51 PM
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Juggernaut_510Aug 2, 2026 4:51 PM
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Quote from Elon69 View quoted comment :
What is the price on Apple.com for this. (EDU) ?

nvm. M4 Pro, can only get refurb now I think. hard to compare the cost


M5 Pro version is around $3800 ($3600 binned chip) I guess $3000 is a deal. CPU not worth $800 more.

4-inch MacBook Pro in Space Black with M5 Pro chip
18-core CPU, 20-core GPU, 16-core Neural Engine

Apple Intelligence Footnote ¶
48GB unified memory
2TB SSD storage
Standard display
96W USB-C Power Adapter
U.S. English Backlit Magic Keyboard with Touch ID
You drive a Tesla, so your comments are not valid
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Aug 2, 2026 4:53 PM
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Juggernaut_510Aug 2, 2026 4:53 PM
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This is a total ripoff! Last year I paid $1699 for the M4 PRO chip with 24GB of ram. Apple has really gotten greedy. Greedy AF.
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Aug 2, 2026 6:03 PM
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animageofmineAug 2, 2026 6:03 PM
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Quote from Juggernaut_510 View quoted comment :
This is a total ripoff! Last year I paid $1699 for the M4 PRO chip with 24GB of ram. Apple has really gotten greedy. Greedy AF.
1699 with 1TB SSD? screen size?
Aug 2, 2026 10:35 PM
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DwayneeAug 2, 2026 10:35 PM
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damn, i got my m5 pro base 48gb 1tb for only $23xx just a few months ago, this doesn't seem like a deal at all
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Aug 3, 2026 4:00 PM
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thunderbird1100Aug 3, 2026 4:00 PM
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Wife got this exact spec except with the M5 Pro/1 TB instead of M4 Pro/2 TB from microcenter for $2,379 (15% off deal they run) before the big price hikes
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Aug 3, 2026 4:00 PM
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thund3rsh0ckAug 3, 2026 4:00 PM
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Another day another MacBook "deal"
Aug 3, 2026 6:40 PM
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CalmLanguage1119Aug 3, 2026 6:40 PM
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Quote from thunderbird1100 View quoted comment :
Wife got this exact spec except with the M5 Pro/1 TB instead of M4 Pro/2 TB from microcenter for $2,379 (15% off deal they run) before the big price hikes
It's at 2,999 right now on MicroCenter. When do you think they'll have the 15% discount again?
Aug 3, 2026 7:40 PM
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APhamXAug 3, 2026 7:40 PM
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Quote from Juggernaut_510 View quoted comment :
This is a total ripoff! Last year I paid $1699 for the M4 PRO chip with 24GB of ram. Apple has really gotten greedy. Greedy AF.
Greedy because ram is not 500% and storage is 300-400% more expensive and that's somehow apple's fault? Also your 24gb of ram seems like it's the 1tb configuration. a 1tb -> 2tb is a $500 config diff today.
Aug 4, 2026 12:42 PM
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JalowmAug 4, 2026 12:42 PM
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Quote from DJFury View quoted comment :
Just for comparison (obv deal is now expired), 14" MBP M5 Pro w/ 48GB 1TB was $2500 relatively recently. $500 less for the newer chip but half the storage seems like it would've been the better deal
What's even crazier it was $2200 at MC for a brief period of time.

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Aug 4, 2026 4:01 PM
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mototownAug 4, 2026 4:01 PM
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Awesome

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