Apple Everyday laptop 2 configurations
Apple MacBook Neo
- Processor
- Apple A18 Pro
- Memory
- 8 GB
- Storage
- 256 GB
- Screen
- 13"
Compare Apple Laptops
9 Apple laptop models sold in the US, each with its configurations and the same spec sheet. Tick Compare on two to five to line them up.
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9 models
Apple Creator laptop 2 configurations
Apple MacBook Pro 14 (M5)
- Processor
- Apple M5
- Memory
- 16 GB
- Storage
- 1 TB
- Screen
- 14.2"
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Apple MacBook Pro 14 OLED (M5 Pro or M5 Max)
- Processor
- Apple M5 Pro
- Memory
- 24 GB
- Storage
- 1 TB
- Screen
- 14.2"
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Apple MacBook Pro 16 (M1 Pro)
- Processor
- Apple M1 Pro
- Memory
- 16 GB
- Storage
- 512 GB
- Screen
- 16"
Apple Thin and light laptop
Apple MacBook Air 13 (M5)
- Processor
- Apple M5
- Memory
- 16 GB
- Storage
- 512 GB
- Screen
- 13.6"
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Apple MacBook Air 15 (M5)
- Processor
- Apple M5
- Memory
- 16 GB
- Storage
- 512 GB
- Screen
- 15.3"
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Apple MacBook Pro 14 (M5 Pro or M5 Max)
- Processor
- Apple M5 Pro
- Memory
- 24 GB
- Storage
- 1 TB
- Screen
- 14.2"
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Apple MacBook Pro 14 (M6)
- Processor
- Apple M6
- Memory
- 16 GB
- Storage
- 1 TB
- Screen
- 14.2"
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Apple MacBook Pro 16 (M5 Pro or M5 Max)
- Processor
- Apple M5 Pro
- Memory
- 24 GB
- Storage
- 1 TB
- Screen
- 16.2"
Which MacBook fits you
Every MacBook runs macOS on Apple’s own chips, and the range splits into three. The MacBook Neo is the entry point, for students and anyone who mainly browses, writes and streams. The MacBook Air comes in 13 and 15 inches and is the one most people should buy: fanless, light at about 2.7 lb (1.2 kg) for the 13-inch, and built for a full day on battery.
The MacBook Pro comes in 14 and 16 inches. The standard chip handles demanding everyday work, while the Pro and Max chips are aimed at video editors, 3D artists and developers who compile big projects. They bring more graphics cores, more memory options and extra ports, including HDMI and an SD card slot.
Whichever you pick, buy the memory and storage you’ll need for the life of the laptop, because neither can be upgraded. Each model page lists the configurations we track, so you can see what changes between them.
Frequently asked questions
MacBook Air or MacBook Pro: which should I get?
The Air, unless you edit video, produce music or run heavy apps for hours. It has no fan, so it's silent, and it's lighter. The Pro adds a fan for sustained speed, a brighter screen, more ports and, with the Pro and Max chips, far more graphics power.
What is the MacBook Neo?
Apple's most affordable MacBook, built around the A18 Pro chip from the iPhone line. It suits browsing, schoolwork and streaming. If you plan to keep the laptop for five years or edit photos and video, step up to an Air.
How much memory should a MacBook have?
16 GB for most people. Memory is part of the chip, so you can't add more later. Choose 24 GB or more if you work with large photo libraries, long video timelines or lots of virtual instruments.
Can I play games on a MacBook?
Some. The list of Mac games is growing, but it's still much shorter than on Windows, and many popular online games don't run on macOS at all. If gaming matters, look at a Windows gaming laptop.