Top Picks for the Mac User
There is something to be said about the Macintosh's elegance and premium feel. With a few unique apps up its sleeve, the platform retains especially tuned to the needs of creatives.
Your options 6 top results, ranging in price from ∼ US$1038 to US$1828, 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.
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Apple MacBook Pro 13" (2.3GHz, 128GB, w. Function Keys) from US$1230;
~$1779 with accessoriesThe mid-2017 model of the classic MacBook Pro. This is the function key variant (so, no touch bar), but otherwise, it has all the latest characteristics of rece... Read More about the MPXQ2LL/A
Device Ratings
Bang for the Buck Versatility for the Price Power Storage Portability Autonomy by All Smart Devices standards
Bang for the Buck Versatility for the Price Power Storage Portability Autonomy Bang for the Buck Versatility for the Price Power Storage Portability Autonomy performance in Web & Communication
Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.performance in Audio & Visual medias
This should run nicelyperformance in Texts & Numbers
Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.Specsperformance in Video Games
Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.Processor: Intel Core i5-7360UGraphics: Intel Iris Plus Graphics 640Memory: 8.00 GBStorage: 128.00 GBScreen Size: 13.3"Screen Resolution: 2560×1600Dimensions: 30.41 x 21.24 x 1.49 cmWeight: 1.37 kgdetailed info from US$1222.24 - US$1222.24 from Best Buy (Open Box)as of 2019-03-19 07:34:02, EDT
- US$1237.24 from Staples (New)as of 2019-03-19 07:02:11, EDT
- US$1297.23 from London Drugs (New)as of 2019-03-17 13:42:00, EDT
- US$1297.23 from Best Buy (New)as of 2019-03-19 07:26:49, EDT
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. × -
Apple MacBook Air (13" 1.8GHz - 128GB) from US$900;
~$1289 with accessoriesThis 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
Device Ratings
Bang for the Buck Versatility for the Price Power Storage Portability Autonomy by All Smart Devices standards
Bang for the Buck Versatility for the Price Power Storage Portability Autonomy Bang for the Buck Versatility for the Price Power Storage Portability Autonomy performance in Web & Communication
Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.performance in Audio & Visual medias
Meets recommended specsperformance in Texts & Numbers
Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.Specsperformance in Video Games
Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.Processor: Intel Core i5-5350UGraphics: Intel HD Graphics 6000Memory: 8.00 GBStorage: 128.00 GBScreen Size: 13.3"Screen Resolution: 1440×900Dimensions: 32.50 x 22.70 x 1.70 cmWeight: 1.35 kgdetailed info from US$899.07 - US$899.07 from Apple (New)as of 2019-03-14 14:51:35, EDT
- US$899.07 from WestWorld Computers (New)as of 2019-03-19 04:40:51, EDT
- US$899.81 from Best Buy (New)as of 2019-03-16 15:55:07, EDT
- US$899.81 from London Drugs (New)as of 2019-03-17 13:19:13, EDT
- US$974.05 from Amazon (Used)as of 2019-03-17 15:13:11, EDT
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. × -
Apple MacBook Air (13" 1.8GHz - 256GB) from US$940;
~$1339 with accessoriesBy netbook standards, the MacBook Air is quite capable while retaining excellent battery autonomy in a diminutive package.
Device Ratings
Bang for the Buck Versatility for the Price Power Storage Portability Autonomy by All Smart Devices standards
Bang for the Buck Versatility for the Price Power Storage Portability Autonomy Bang for the Buck Versatility for the Price Power Storage Portability Autonomy performance in Web & Communication
Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.performance in Audio & Visual medias
Meets recommended specsperformance in Texts & Numbers
Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.Specsperformance in Video Games
Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.Processor: Intel Core i5-5350UGraphics: Intel HD Graphics 6000Memory: 8.00 GBStorage: 256.00 GBScreen Size: 13.3"Screen Resolution: 1440×900Dimensions: 32.50 x 22.70 x 1.70 cmWeight: 1.35 kgdetailed info from US$936.56 - US$936.56 from Amazon (New)as of 2019-03-17 14:39:01, EDT
- US$1087.27 from Best Buy (New)as of 2019-03-16 15:54:14, EDT
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. × -
Apple MacBook (12", 1.2GHz) from US$1240;
~$1828 with accessoriesA stylish and lightweight travel companion capable of handling productivity tasks and even a little more... Read More about the MNYF2LL/A
Device Ratings
Bang for the Buck Versatility for the Price Power Storage Portability Autonomy by All Smart Devices standards
Bang for the Buck Versatility for the Price Power Storage Portability Autonomy Bang for the Buck Versatility for the Price Power Storage Portability Autonomy performance in Web & Communication
Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.performance in Audio & Visual medias
Meets recommended specsperformance in Texts & Numbers
Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.Specsperformance in Video Games
Meets recommended specsProcessor: Intel Core M3-7Y32Graphics: Intel HD Graphics 615Memory: 8.00 GBStorage: 256.00 GBScreen Size: 12"Screen Resolution: 2304×1440Dimensions: 28.05 x 19.65 x 1.31 cmWeight: 0.92 kgdetailed info from US$1236.5 - US$1236.5 from WestWorld Computers (New)as of 2019-03-19 04:28:20, EDT
- US$1296.49 from Apple (New)as of 2019-03-19 04:23:58, EDT
- US$1297.23 from London Drugs (New)as of 2019-03-17 13:24:23, EDT
Pricing Accuracy
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Apple Mac mini (1.4GHz) from US$450;
~$1038 with accessoriesThe 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
Device Ratings
by Stationary Computers standards
Bang for the Buck Versatility for the Price Power Storage Portability Autonomy N/A by All Smart Devices standards
Bang for the Buck Versatility for the Price Power Storage Portability Autonomy N/A Bang for the Buck Versatility for the Price Power Storage Portability Autonomy N/A performance in Web & Communication
Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.performance in Audio & Visual medias
Meets recommended specsperformance in Texts & Numbers
Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.Specsperformance in Video Games
Meets recommended specsProcessor: Intel Core i5-4260UGraphics: Intel HD Graphics 5000Memory: 4.00 GBStorage: 500.00 GBDimensions: 19.70 x 19.70 x 3.60 cmWeight: 1.19 kgdetailed info US$449.9 from London Drugs (New)as of 2019-03-17 13:03:29, EDTPricing 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. × -
Apple Mac mini (2.8GHz) from US$900;
~$1638 with accessoriesThe 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 MGEQ2LL/A
Device Ratings
by Stationary Computers standards
Bang for the Buck Versatility for the Price Power Storage Portability Autonomy N/A by All Smart Devices standards
Bang for the Buck Versatility for the Price Power Storage Portability Autonomy N/A Bang for the Buck Versatility for the Price Power Storage Portability Autonomy N/A performance in Web & Communication
Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.performance in Audio & Visual medias
Meets recommended specsperformance in Texts & Numbers
Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.Specsperformance in Video Games
This should run nicelyProcessor: Intel Core i5-4308UGraphics: Intel Iris Graphics 5100Memory: 8.00 GBStorage: 1 TBDimensions: 19.70 x 19.70 x 3.60 cmWeight: 1.20 kgdetailed info US$899.81 from Staples (New)as of 2019-03-18 07:23:11, EDTPricing 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 Staples site at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product. ×
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