Early Deals Hit M5 MacBook Pro, With Deep Refurb Savings on M4 Max
Shoppers weigh modest public markdowns versus larger partner deals or refurbished savings.
Overview
- 9to5Toys highlights an exclusive Expercom offer cutting up to $224 off 14‑inch M5 MacBook Pro configurations, with entry pricing around $1,487 for 16GB/512GB.
- Amazon lists the M5 MacBook Pro with 16GB RAM and 512GB SSD at $1,538, reflecting a discount of about $61 off the $1,599 price.
- Best Buy offers a Geek Squad Certified Refurbished 14‑inch M4 Max model with 36GB RAM and 1TB SSD for $2,499, roughly $699 under its $3,199 list price.
- Best Buy’s refurbished units include Geek Squad certification and a 90‑day return guarantee, adding assurance for buyers considering prior‑generation hardware.
- Apple positions the M5 model with a 10‑core CPU, 10‑core GPU, and 16‑core Neural Engine for on‑device Apple Intelligence, with retailers noting prices could shift during Black Friday without certainty.