Top Picks for the Mac User

Your options 6 top results, ranging in price from ∼ US$1038 to US$1749, 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 iMac (21.5-inch, 3.0GHz i5) from US$1070;
  ~$1400 with accessories

  • the Mac User
  • the Video Editor
  • the Graphic Designer
  • the Photo Editor
  • the Multitasker
  • the Productivity-Focused User
  • the Audio Editor
  • the Media Consumer

  Device Ratings

  by Stationary Computers standards

  Bang for the Buck	1/5
  Versatility for the Price	2.5/5
  Power	2/5
  Storage	3/5
  Portability	2/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  by All Smart Devices standards

  Bang for the Buck	3/5
  Versatility for the Price	3/5
  Power	3/5
  Storage	4.5/5
  Portability	0.5/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  by All-in-Ones standards

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

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Core i5-7400

  Graphics: AMD Radeon Pro 555

  Memory: 8.00 GB

  Storage: 1 TB

  Screen Size: 21.5"

  Screen Resolution: 4096×2304

  Dimensions: 52.83 x 17.53 x 44.96 cm

  Weight: 5.670 kg

  detailed info

  from US$1064.11

  • US$1064.11 from London Drugs (Open Box)
    as of 2019-06-24 08:55:02, EDT
  • US$1139.37 from WestWorld Computers (New)
    as of 2019-06-26 04:31:58, EDT
  • US$1140.1 from Best Buy (New)
    as of 2019-06-24 10:54:40, EDT
  • US$1140.12 from Best Buy (Open Box)
    as of 2019-06-24 10:58:42, EDT

  pricing accuracy

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  Apple MacBook Pro 13" (2.3GHz, 128GB, w. Function Keys) from US$1220;
  ~$1749 with accessories

  The 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

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

  Device Ratings

  by Laptops standards

  Bang for the Buck	2.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	2.5/5
  Power	4/5
  Storage	1/5
  Portability	4/5
  Autonomy	4.5/5

  by All Smart Devices standards

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

  by Portable Laptops standards

  Bang for the Buck	2/5
  Versatility for the Price	2.5/5
  Power	4/5
  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

  4/5

  This should run nicely

  performance in Texts & Numbers

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  performance in Video Games

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Core i5-7360U

  Graphics: Intel Iris Plus Graphics 640

  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$1216.13

  • US$1216.13 from Staples (New)
    as of 2019-06-24 10:48:29, EDT
  • US$1238.93 from Best Buy (Open Box)
    as of 2019-06-24 13:07:14, EDT
  • US$1314.94 from London Drugs (New)
    as of 2019-06-24 06:59:10, EDT
  • US$1314.94 from Best Buy (New)
    as of 2019-06-24 12:58:25, EDT

  pricing accuracy

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  Apple MacBook Air (13" 1.8GHz - 128GB) from US$920;
  ~$1289 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

  Device Ratings

  by Laptops standards

  Bang for the Buck	2/5
  Versatility for the Price	0.5/5
  Power	2/5
  Storage	1/5
  Portability	3.5/5
  Autonomy	4.5/5

  by All Smart Devices standards

  Bang for the Buck	2.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	0.5/5
  Power	2.5/5
  Storage	2/5
  Portability	3/5
  Autonomy	4.5/5

  by Portable Laptops standards

  Bang for the Buck	1.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	1/5
  Power	1.5/5
  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

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  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$911.33

  • US$911.33 from Amazon (Used)
    as of 2019-06-22 21:53:11, EDT
  • US$911.34 from Apple (New)
    as of 2019-06-22 12:46:51, EDT
  • US$911.34 from WestWorld Computers (New)
    as of 2019-06-26 04:32:16, EDT
  • US$912.09 from Staples (New)
    as of 2019-06-26 08:08:43, EDT
  • US$912.09 from Best Buy (New)
    as of 2019-06-25 08:26:07, EDT
  • US$912.09 from London Drugs (New)
    as of 2019-06-26 07:18:46, EDT

  pricing accuracy

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  Apple MacBook (12", 1.2GHz) from US$1180;
  ~$1728 with accessories

  A stylish and lightweight travel companion capable of handling productivity tasks and even a little more... Read More about the MNYF2LL/A

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

  Device Ratings

  by Laptops standards

  Bang for the Buck	2/5
  Versatility for the Price	2/5
  Power	2.5/5
  Storage	2.5/5
  Portability	5/5
  Autonomy	4.5/5

  by All Smart Devices standards

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

  by Portable Laptops standards

  Bang for the Buck	1.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	2.5/5
  Power	2.5/5
  Storage	2.5/5
  Portability	5/5
  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

  3.5/5

  Meets recommended specs

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Core M3-7Y32

  Graphics: Intel HD Graphics 615

  Memory: 8.00 GB

  Storage: 256.00 GB

  Screen Size: 12"

  Screen Resolution: 2304×1440

  Dimensions: 28.05 x 19.65 x 1.31 cm

  Weight: 0.920 kg

  detailed info

  from US$1177.37

  • US$1177.37 from WestWorld Computers (Open Box)
    as of 2019-06-22 12:42:52, EDT
  • US$1314.18 from Apple (New)
    as of 2019-06-26 04:31:39, EDT

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  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

  Device Ratings

  by Stationary Computers standards

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

  by All Smart Devices standards

  Bang for the Buck	1.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	1/5
  Power	1/5
  Storage	3/5
  Portability	3/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  by Ultra-Compacts standards

  Bang for the Buck	5/5
  Versatility for the Price	5/5
  Power	2.5/5
  Storage	2.5/5
  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

  3.5/5

  Meets recommended specs

  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$456.04 from London Drugs (New) as of 2019-06-23 12:42:01, EDT

  pricing accuracy

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  Apple Mac mini (2.8GHz) from US$920;
  ~$1638 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 MGEQ2LL/A

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

  Device Ratings

  by Stationary Computers standards

  Bang for the Buck	0/5
  Versatility for the Price	0/5
  Power	1/5
  Storage	3/5
  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	1.5/5
  Storage	4.5/5
  Portability	3/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  by Ultra-Compacts standards

  Bang for the Buck	2.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	2.5/5
  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

  4/5

  This should run nicely

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Core i5-4308U

  Graphics: Intel Iris Graphics 5100

  Memory: 8.00 GB

  Storage: 1 TB

  Dimensions: 19.70 x 19.70 x 3.60 cm

  Weight: 1.200 kg

  detailed info

  US$912.09 from Staples (New) as of 2019-06-25 11:03:56, EDT

  pricing accuracy

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