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Amazon Drops 13-Inch M5 MacBook Air to $949 in First Major Discount

The rare early markdown signals rising price pressure from retailers clearing M4 stock.

Overview

  • Amazon is selling Apple’s new 13-inch M5 MacBook Air for $949, which is $150 below the $1,099 list price.
  • Multiple M5 configurations also fell by $150, including 24GB/1TB models at $1,349 and discounted 15-inch versions, according to deal trackers.
  • The 2026 MacBook Air raised the base to 512GB of storage and runs the new M5 chip that brings faster performance and enhanced on‑device AI features.
  • Apple rates battery life at up to about 18 hours, and reviewers highlight the sharp 13-inch Liquid Retina display.
  • Deal watchers say discounts this deep on a just-released MacBook are uncommon outside shopping holidays, while some older Air models are also marked down for lower prices.