Apple's price increases on Mac and iPad models took effect this week, but Amazon has not yet updated all of its listings, meaning shoppers can still grab several MacBooks and iPads at the older, lower prices for a limited window. The gap is closing fast, so availability and pricing are changing by the hour.
How much Apple raised prices
The increases hit Apple's laptop lineup hardest, with the jumps growing as you move up the range. According to Apple's updated pricing, the increases include:
- MacBook Neo – up $100
- MacBook Air – up $200
- MacBook Pro – up $300
Because Amazon's listings have not fully caught up, the difference between Apple's new price and Amazon's older price is exactly where the savings sit right now. In other words, the deal is a timing gap rather than a formal sale, which is why it is so short-lived. For more on the latest machines, see our laptops coverage.
MacBook deals still available
Here is a breakdown of some of the savings still on the table, though stock is moving quickly and individual listings update at different times:
- MacBook Neo – $589 on Amazon (now $699 from Apple)
- 13-inch MacBook Air – $949 on Amazon (now $1,299 from Apple)
- 15-inch MacBook Air – $1,149 on Amazon (now $1,499 from Apple)
- M5 MacBook Pro – $1,649 on Amazon (now $1,999 from Apple)
- 14-inch M5 Pro MacBook Pro 24GB/1TB – $2,149 (now $2,499)
- 16-inch M5 Max MacBook Pro 48GB/2TB – $4,349 (now $4,999)
The deepest dollar savings tend to land on higher-end configurations, where Apple's increases were largest to begin with.
iPad deals worth a look
iPad discounts are thinner, but a few standouts remain below Apple's new pricing:
- 11-inch M4 iPad Air 128GB – $520, matching an all-time low (now $749)
- 11-inch M4 iPad Air 1TB – $1,049 (now $1,349)
- 13-inch M4 iPad Air 512GB – $1,019 (now $1,249)
- 13-inch M4 iPad Air 1TB – $1,199 (now $1,549)
A handful of the steepest savings come from specific high-end configurations rather than base models. Among the standouts still listed below Apple's new pricing:
- 13-inch M5 MacBook Air 16GB/1TB – from $1,149 (regularly $1,599)
- 14-inch M5 MacBook Pro 16GB/1TB – $1,549 (regularly $1,999)
- 16-inch M5 Max MacBook Pro 36GB/2TB – $3,649 (regularly $4,399)
How to save before the window closes
There is no firm word on when Amazon will fully match Apple's higher prices, but it is expected to happen soon, and individual listings are updating at different times rather than all at once. That staggered rollout is what keeps a few deals alive even as others flip to the new pricing.
Practically, that makes it worth confirming both the price and the stock on each model right before checkout, since a deal that appears live can change within hours. If one of these machines is on your list, the window to save is narrow, so it pays to act quickly rather than wait for a better price that may not come. For more buying guidance, browse our reviews.
Frequently asked questions
Why are some Apple products still cheaper on Amazon?
Apple raised its own prices this week, but Amazon has not updated all of its listings yet. The savings come from that timing gap between Apple's new prices and Amazon's older ones.
How much did Apple raise MacBook prices?
Apple raised the MacBook Neo by $100, the MacBook Air by $200 and the MacBook Pro by $300, according to its updated pricing.
How long will these deals last?
There is no firm date. Amazon is expected to match Apple's higher prices soon, and listings update at different times, so it is best to confirm price and stock right before checkout.
