Apple’s lineup is full of fast and svelte laptops, but you don’t always have to buy the latest model to get a great machine. The previous-gen M2 MacBook Air is a fantastic option and, when found at the right price, is arguably still one of the best laptops on the market. And right now Amazon is offering the M2 13-inch MacBook Air for just $799. As if that isn’t a good enough deal, it comes with 16GB of RAM — double that of the 8GB that was previously offered in the base configuration.
This price is among the lowest we’ve seen, but we can’t vouch for how long it’ll stick around. We’d suggest placing your order soon if you want to be absolutely sure of getting the best price available.
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One of the great things about the M2 MacBook Air is that it has a larger 13.6-inch screen than its predecessor’s 13.3-inch screen, giving you more real estate to work with. Its gorgeous Liquid Retina display has a 2,560×1,664-pixel resolution, which is perfect for watching movies or getting some creative work done. The M2 chip is powerful enough for creatives to do their work, despite this machine’s portability. If you absolutely must have the latest chip and have an extra $100 in your pocket, the M3 MacBook Air can be had for just $899 with a similar configuration.
Its smaller size is thanks to the fact that it doesn’t have any internal fans, meaning that Apple can make it as thin as the motherboard and battery inside. The 256GB of storage is perhaps a little on the small side, but it’s more than enough for a ton of people especially if you’re using the laptop for school or office duties.
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Why this deal matters
Apple’s M2 MacBook Air is a solid laptop at a price that makes it difficult to ignore, especially when a discount like this crops up. The upgrade to 16GB of RAM makes it all the more compelling, and the vast majority of MacBook Air buyers will get many years of use out of this machine before it needs to be upgraded. The M3 model is a better option if you have the extra $100 to spare, but don’t fret if you go the M2 route instead.
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