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The iconic, ultra-portable MacBook Air is down to $750 — its record-low price

Yahoo Staff Writer

Updated February 1, 2024 at 6:16 AM

Need a new laptop? The Apple MacBook Air (2020 model) is down to just $750. It's rare for Apple to put anything on sale, much less a MacBook, and this is one of the lowest prices we've ever seen for this model. Our advice? Buy now — there's no telling how long this deal will last.

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Apple MacBook Air (2020 Model)

$661$999Save $338

What’s so great about this computer? With a speedy Intel Core i3 Dual-Core chip (10th generation) built in, 8GB of memory, 256GB of onboard storage and the latest version of MacOS, it’s a beast. It’s also incredibly lightweight at just under 3 pounds.

$661 at Amazon

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$840 at Adorama $869 at B&H Photo

Why is this a good deal?

Saving $249 is always a welcome surprise, especially for a laptop that rarely sees discounts. This is one of the lowest prices this MacBook has ever reached, so don't sleep on this deal.

Why we recommend the MacBook Air

When it first launched, what separated this MacBook Air from previous models was its improved Magic Keyboard. Previously, Apple had used a butterfly-style keyboard that users complained was inaccurate and slippery. In 2020, Apple introduced new scissor-style keys for more comfortable, precise typing.

Even longtime Windows users have made the switch to Mac thanks to ease of use and its wide range of apps — over 1.8 million, compared with less than half that in the Microsoft Store.

What reviewers say

Amazon shoppers have given the MacBook Air 4.8 stars overall, and more than 17,000 say it's a five-star buy.

"The screen is beautiful. The Magic Keyboard feels very nice and a definite upgrade from the previous butterfly mechanism," wrote a happy reviewer. "For day-to-day use of browsing, Netflix, Zoom calls and presentations, you would most likely never hear the fan nor feel the heat from underneath your keyboard."

"The battery life is phenomenal," said another fan. "I can take it on the go and use it all day with no issues at all. ... It runs circles around anything else I have that’s Windows-based. ... For the majority of people, this is going to be their go-to laptop. What you get for an entry-level Mac is stellar."

One buyer quipped, "The M1 chip is amazing and a miracle. This little chip can play some of the most CPU-demanding games. ... This MacBook Air is very powerful. The downside to it is that it doesn't have a cooling fan, and one cooling fan in it would make a major improvement." (Note: One easy way to keep your laptop cool: Add a stand, like this popular option, also on sale.)

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Apple MacBook Air (2020 Model)

$665$904Save $239

Lightweight and powerful, this MacBook can go anywhere. It's on sale in rose gold (shown), slate gray and silver.

$665 at Amazon

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$875 at Adorama $899 at B&H Photo

The reviews quoted above reflect the most recent versions at the time of publication.

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