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Amazon Drops 15-Inch M4 MacBook Air to $949 as M5 Models See Modest Launch Discounts

Apple's higher base specs on M5 raise entry pricing, making discounted M4 configurations compelling.

Overview

  • Amazon is selling the 15-inch M4 MacBook Air with 16GB RAM and 256GB storage for $949, a $250 cut that undercuts the cheapest 15-inch M5 by $350 at list or $300 versus its launch deal.
  • Select M4 configurations are up to $300 off, including the 15-inch 24GB/512GB at $1,299 and the 13-inch 24GB/512GB at $1,199, with several listings marked as Amazon all-time lows.
  • Amazon has applied roughly $50 launch-week discounts to many M5 MacBook Air configurations, such as the 13-inch 16GB/512GB at about $1,049 and the 15-inch 16GB/512GB at about $1,249.
  • Availability is tightening on discounted 13-inch M4 units with 24GB RAM and 512GB storage, with reports noting low stock as prices fluctuate.
  • Pricing reports vary by outlet and timing, with one listing citing a $999 price for the 15-inch M4 at Amazon, reflecting fast-moving deals and configuration differences.