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Apple Unveils M5 MacBook Lineup: New Budget Model at $599

3/21/2026

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Apple Launches MacBooks

Apple has launched a new MacBook lineup featuring the M5, M5 Pro, and M5 Max.
The MacBook Neo targets budget users at $599 and offers performance similar to the M1 MacBook Pro.
The M5 MacBook Air starts at $1,099 and provides improved performance and features.
The M5 chip doubles read/write speeds over the M4.
The M5 MacBook Pro starts at $1,599 with improved battery life and graphics.

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Apple Launches MacBooks

Apple has launched a new MacBook lineup featuring the M5, M5 Pro, and M5 Max.
The MacBook Neo targets budget users at $599 and offers performance similar to the M1 MacBook Pro.
The M5 MacBook Air starts at $1,099 and provides improved performance and features.
The M5 chip doubles read/write speeds over the M4.
The M5 MacBook Pro starts at $1,599 with improved battery life and graphics.