Top Picks for the Mac User

Your options 6 top results, ranging in price from ∼ US$1020 to US$1804, with accessories.

Let's start with a broad search. The following offer the best value for the lowest price regardless of format preference. As a result, you will most likely see stationary computers down here and maybe a few portable options. You have the option to look for a specific kind of device at the bottom of the page.

• #12, Stationary Computers ($850 - $1400)

  

  Apple iMac (21.5-inch, 2.3GHz i5) from US$960;
  ~$1260 with accessories

  This iMac is a compelling way to fit a capable computer in a small space while keeping the tangled wires to a minimum.

  • the Mac User
  • the Aspiring Creative
  • the Photo Editor
  • the Multitasker
  • the Productivity-Focused User
  • the Media Consumer
  • the Audio Editor

  Device Ratings

  by Stationary Computers standards

  Bang for the Buck	1/5
  Versatility for the Price	1.5/5
  Power	0.5/5
  Storage	1.5/5
  Portability	0.5/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  by All Smart Devices standards

  Bang for the Buck	2.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	1.5/5
  Power	2/5
  Storage	4/5
  Portability	0/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  by All-in-Ones standards

  Bang for the Buck	3/5
  Versatility for the Price	2/5
  Power	2/5
  Storage	2/5
  Portability	1.5/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  performance in Web & Communication

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  performance in Audio & Visual medias

  4/5

  This should run nicely

  performance in Texts & Numbers

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  performance in Video Games

  1.5/5

  Meets minimal requirements

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Core i5-7360U

  Graphics: Intel Iris Plus Graphics 640

  Memory: 8.00 GB

  Storage: 1 TB

  Screen Size: 21.5"

  Screen Resolution: 4096×2304

  Dimensions: 52.80 x 17.50 x 45.00 cm

  Weight: 5.660 kg

  detailed info

  from US$956.98

  • US$956.98 from Best Buy (Open Box)
    as of 2019-12-13 22:26:06, EST
  • US$1062.57 from Apple (New)
    as of 2019-12-15 04:30:21, EST
  • US$1062.57 from WestWorld Computers (New)
    as of 2019-12-15 04:30:30, EST
  • US$1063.32 from Best Buy (New)
    as of 2019-12-13 22:23:55, EST
  • US$1063.32 from Best Buy (New)
    as of 2019-12-13 22:27:36, EST
  • US$1063.32 from Staples (New)
    as of 2019-12-13 09:05:21, EST
  • US$1063.32 from London Drugs (New)
    as of 2019-12-13 16:49:59, EST

  pricing accuracy

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• #10, Stationary Computers ($1400 - $1700)

  

  Apple iMac (21.5-inch, 3.6GHz i3) from US$1300;
  ~$1699 with accessories

  This iMac is a compelling way to fit a capable computer in a small space while keeping the tangled wires to a minimum.

  • the Mac User
  • the Video Editor
  • the Serious Music Producer
  • the Photo Editor
  • the Multitasker
  • the Productivity-Focused User
  • the Media Consumer

  Device Ratings

  by Stationary Computers standards

  Bang for the Buck	0.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	1.5/5
  Power	1/5
  Storage	1.5/5
  Portability	0.5/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  by All Smart Devices standards

  Bang for the Buck	2/5
  Versatility for the Price	1.5/5
  Power	2.5/5
  Storage	4/5
  Portability	0/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  by All-in-Ones standards

  Bang for the Buck	1.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	3/5
  Power	4.5/5
  Storage	2/5
  Portability	1.5/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  performance in Web & Communication

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  performance in Audio & Visual medias

  3/5

  Meets recommended specs

  performance in Texts & Numbers

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  performance in Video Games

  2/5

  More than the bare minimum but not quite recommended specs.

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Core i3-8100

  Graphics: AMD Radeon Pro 555X

  Memory: 8.00 GB

  Storage: 1 TB

  Screen Size: 21.5"

  Screen Resolution: 4096×2304

  Dimensions: 52.80 x 17.50 x 45.00 cm

  Weight: 5.660 kg

  detailed info

  from US$1290.42

  • US$1290.42 from Apple (New)
    as of 2019-12-15 04:31:24, EST
  • US$1291.17 from Best Buy (New)
    as of 2019-12-13 20:41:53, EST
  • US$1291.17 from London Drugs (New)
    as of 2019-12-13 15:17:27, EST

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• #9, Laptops ($1525 - $1875)

  

  Apple MacBook Pro 13" w. Touch Bar (i5 1.4GHz, 128GB, 2019) from US$1300;
  ~$1804 with accessories

  Built for productivity on the go, the 13" MacBook Pro makes an excellent travel, classroom or meeting companion... Read More about the MUHQ2LL

  • the Mac User
  • the Road Warrior
  • the Serious Photo Editor
  • the Serious Music Producer
  • the Multitasker
  • the Media Consumer

  Device Ratings

  by Laptops standards

  Bang for the Buck	2/5
  Versatility for the Price	2/5
  Power	3.5/5
  Storage	1.5/5
  Portability	4/5
  Autonomy	4.5/5

  by All Smart Devices standards

  Bang for the Buck	2/5
  Versatility for the Price	2.5/5
  Power	3/5
  Storage	1.5/5
  Portability	3.5/5
  Autonomy	4/5

  by Portable Laptops standards

  Bang for the Buck	1/5
  Versatility for the Price	2/5
  Power	3/5
  Storage	0.5/5
  Portability	4.5/5
  Autonomy	4.5/5

  performance in Web & Communication

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  performance in Audio & Visual medias

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  performance in Texts & Numbers

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  performance in Video Games

  1.5/5

  Meets minimal requirements

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Core i5-8257U

  Graphics: Intel Iris Plus Graphics 645

  Memory: 8.00 GB

  Storage: 128.00 GB

  Screen Size: 13.3"

  Screen Resolution: 2560×1600

  Dimensions: 30.41 x 21.24 x 1.49 cm

  Weight: 1.370 kg

  detailed info

  from US$1290.42

  • US$1290.42 from Apple (New)
    as of 2019-12-15 04:29:54, EST
  • US$1291.17 from Staples (New)
    as of 2019-12-13 08:50:05, EST
  • US$1291.17 from London Drugs (New)
    as of 2019-12-13 18:38:36, EST
  • US$1291.17 from Best Buy (New)
    as of 2019-12-13 22:17:09, EST
  • US$1291.17 from Best Buy (New)
    as of 2019-12-13 22:18:17, EST

  pricing accuracy

  Pricing Accuracy

  Product prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on the retailer's site at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product. ×
• #8, Laptops ($825 - $1025)

  

  Apple MacBook Air (13" 1.8GHz - 128GB) from US$76017% cheaper than usual
  ~$1020 with accessories

  This netbook packs quite a lot of power and great battery autonomy in a diminutive package. It can't hold a lot of files, however, so it's better suited for pro... Read More about the MQD32LL/A

  • the Mac User
  • the Casual Nomad
  • the Casual Worker
  • the Media Consumer
  • the Music Producer

  Device Ratings

  by Laptops standards

  Bang for the Buck	1.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	1.5/5
  Power	1.5/5
  Storage	1.5/5
  Portability	3.5/5
  Autonomy	5/5

  by All Smart Devices standards

  Bang for the Buck	2/5
  Versatility for the Price	2/5
  Power	2/5
  Storage	1.5/5
  Portability	3.5/5
  Autonomy	4.5/5

  by Portable Laptops standards

  Bang for the Buck	1/5
  Versatility for the Price	1.5/5
  Power	0.5/5
  Storage	0.5/5
  Portability	4/5
  Autonomy	4.5/5

  performance in Web & Communication

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  performance in Audio & Visual medias

  3/5

  Meets recommended specs

  performance in Texts & Numbers

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  performance in Video Games

  1.5/5

  Meets minimal requirements

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Core i5-5350U

  Graphics: Intel HD Graphics 6000

  Memory: 8.00 GB

  Storage: 128.00 GB

  Screen Size: 13.3"

  Screen Resolution: 1440×900

  Dimensions: 32.50 x 22.70 x 1.70 cm

  Weight: 1.350 kg

  detailed info

  from US$759.51

  • US$759.51 from Best Buy (New)
    as of 2019-12-15 05:15:22, EST
  • US$911.41 from Staples (New)
    as of 2019-12-15 09:01:17, EST
  • US$986.61 from WestWorld Computers (New)
    as of 2019-12-15 04:31:06, EST

  pricing accuracy

  Pricing Accuracy

  Product prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on the retailer's site at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product. ×
• #11, Laptops ($1525 - $1875)

  

  Apple MacBook Air (13" True tone 1.6GHz - 128GB) from US$1110;
  ~$1569 with accessories

  The MacBook Air is Apple's premium line of netbooks, built for ease of transportation above all else. It makes a compelling travel companion. It could also be a... Read More about the MVFH2LL/A

  • the Mac User
  • the Road Warrior
  • the Aspiring Creative
  • the Photo Editor
  • the Multitasker
  • the Media Consumer
  • the Audio Editor

  Device Ratings

  by Laptops standards

  Bang for the Buck	1/5
  Versatility for the Price	1.5/5
  Power	1.5/5
  Storage	1.5/5
  Portability	4.5/5
  Autonomy	5/5

  by Netbooks standards

  Bang for the Buck	3.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	1.5/5
  Power	5/5
  Storage	5/5
  Portability	4/5
  Autonomy	5/5

  by All Smart Devices standards

  Bang for the Buck	1/5
  Versatility for the Price	2/5
  Power	2/5
  Storage	1.5/5
  Portability	4/5
  Autonomy	4.5/5

  performance in Web & Communication

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  performance in Audio & Visual medias

  3/5

  Meets recommended specs

  performance in Texts & Numbers

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  performance in Video Games

  1.5/5

  Meets minimal requirements

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Core i5-8210Y

  Graphics: Intel UHD Graphics 617

  Memory: 8.00 GB

  Storage: 128.00 GB

  Screen Size: 13.3"

  Screen Resolution: 2560×1600

  Dimensions: 30.41 x 21.24 x 1.56 cm

  Weight: 1.250 kg

  detailed info

  from US$1100.54

  • US$1100.54 from Apple (New)
    as of 2019-12-15 04:32:12, EST
  • US$1100.54 from WestWorld Computers (New)
    as of 2019-12-15 04:32:22, EST
  • US$1101.29 from Best Buy (New)
    as of 2019-12-13 20:36:00, EST
  • US$1101.29 from London Drugs (New)
    as of 2019-12-13 15:28:07, EST
  • US$1101.29 from Staples (New)
    as of 2019-12-13 03:30:55, EST
  • US$1101.29 from The Source (New)
    as of 2019-12-13 15:25:25, EST
  • US$1325.2 from Newegg (New)
    as of 2019-12-15 08:52:24, EST

  pricing accuracy

  Pricing Accuracy

  Product prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on the retailer's site at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product. ×
• #14, Stationary Computers ($850 - $1400)

  

  Apple Mac mini (1.4GHz) from US$460;
  ~$1038 with accessories

  The Mac Mini is one of the most compact stationary computers out there; roughly the size of a CD Walkman (remember those?)... Read More about the MGEM2LL/A

  • the Mac User
  • the Multitasker
  • the Casual Worker
  • the Media Consumer
  • the Audio Editor

  Device Ratings

  by Stationary Computers standards

  Bang for the Buck	0/5
  Versatility for the Price	0.5/5
  Power	0/5
  Storage	0.5/5
  Portability	5/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  by All Smart Devices standards

  Bang for the Buck	0.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	0.5/5
  Power	1/5
  Storage	2.5/5
  Portability	3/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  by Ultra-Compacts standards

  Bang for the Buck	5/5
  Versatility for the Price	5/5
  Power	5/5
  Storage	5/5
  Portability	5/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  performance in Web & Communication

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  performance in Audio & Visual medias

  3/5

  Meets recommended specs

  performance in Texts & Numbers

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  performance in Video Games

  1/5

  Meets minimal requirements

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Core i5-4260U

  Graphics: Intel HD Graphics 5000

  Memory: 4.00 GB

  Storage: 500.00 GB

  Dimensions: 19.70 x 19.70 x 3.60 cm

  Weight: 1.190 kg

  detailed info

  US$455.7 from London Drugs (New) as of 2019-12-13 23:25:58, EST

  pricing accuracy

  Pricing Accuracy

  Product prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on the London Drugs site at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product. ×

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