Black Friday MacBook Pro deals 2023: deals still available on Apple's prosumer laptops
Save some cash with Black Friday MacBook Pro deals this year
Black Friday has come to a close - but that doesn't mean you can't still snap up an excellent Black Friday MacBook Pro deal! We're still seeing some great savings on M1- and M2-generation MacBook Pros as Cyber Monday deals approach, and even some discounts on the new MacBook Pro with M3, M3 Pro, and M3 Max chips, which only just launched this month.
As with most Black Friday deals, it's great to see the most cutting-edge MacBook Pros get more affordable. Meanwhile, the M2 Pro and M2 Max models, which only launched at the beginning of 2023, have also seen more substantial reductions. Despite being older hardware, they remain excellent devices for professionals, and now at much more reasonable prices.
With so many options out there though, there are an awful lot of Black Friday MacBook deals to go through, and for many, knowing where to look for deals is one of the hardest parts of Black Friday. Fortunately, we're combing retailers large and small to track down the best MacBook Pro deals before, during, and after the major holiday sales period and bringing them together right here so you can find all the best deals in one place.
Black Friday MacBook Pro deals - quick links (US)
- Amazon: Consistently has some good deals on MacBooks of all kinds
- Best Buy: up to $500 off on select MacBook models
- B&H Photo: A great place to find discounts on MacBook Pro models
- Adorama: Save up to $1,000 off on the 14-inch MacBook Pro
Black Friday MacBook Pro 13-inch deals (US)
MacBook Pro 13-inch (M2, 2022): was $1,299 now $1,099 at Best Buy
The latest 13-inch MacBook Pro with the powerful M2 chip is available for close to its lowest price ever. It's a tough sell at full ask as it's not a revolutionary upgrade over the previous model and the newest MacBook Air M2 is actually better value for money in our opinion at just $50 more. Still, we loved this premium Apple laptop in our MacBook Pro 13-inch M2 review for its high performance in creative tasks such as photo and video editing, as well as the impressive battery life of around 15 hours.
MacBook Pro 13-inch (M2, 2022): was $1,499 now $1,299 at Best Buy
This model of the MacBook Pro 13-inch with M2 chip features a larger 512GB SSD than the base model, and it's got a $200 price cut for Black Friday. The added storage space is certainly welcome for people who want to use the smallest MacBook Pro for work, but the 256GB version is a further $200 cheaper than this model at the moment. If you can cope with a smaller SSD, that's much better value.
Black Friday MacBook Pro 14-inch deals (US)
NEW MacBook Pro 14-inch (M3, 2023): was $1,599 now $1,449 at B&H
The new base model of the 14-inch MacBook Pro has got a $150 price cut already. This is for the model with the M3 chip with an 8-core CPU and 10-core GPU, plus 8GB memory and 512GB SSD. This is a nice discount for a new MacBook, but it's not the most powerful model out there.
NEW MacBook Pro 14-inch (M3 Pro, 2023): was $1,999 now $1,749 at B&H
Yep, only a few weeks after it was launched, B&H is knocking $250 off the brand-new 14-inch MacBook Pro. It comes with an 11-core CPU, 14-core GPU, 18GB memory, and 512GB SSD, giving you a great opportunity to get the cutting-edge MacBook Pro for less. However, if you want more SSD space or memory, it's worth looking at older models below.
MacBook Pro 14-inch (M1 Pro, 2021): was $2,799 now $2,499 at Adorama
Adorama has cut a big $300 off the first generation of the MacBook Pro 14-inch, which comes with the powerful M1 Pro chip, with a 10-core CPU and 14-core GPU, along with 32GB of memory and large 1TB SSD. It's only two years old, which means that while it's not the most recent model, it's still very good - especially at this lower price.
Black Friday MacBook Pro Deals – MacBook Pro 16-inch (US)
MacBook Pro 16-inch (M1 Pro, 2021): was $2,899 now $1,999 at Adorama
This brilliant MacBook Pro deal proves that good things come to those who wait. This is the first generation MacBook Pro 16-inch, which has the older M1 Pro chip - but it's still incredibly powerful, and it's only two years old. Best of all, you get a huge $900 saving ahead of Black Friday! It comes with a 10-core CPU, 16-core GPU, 32GB memory, and 512GB SSD.
NEW MacBook Pro 16-inch (M3 Pro, 2023): was $2,499 now $2,299 at B&H
The new larger model of the MacBook Pro has got a surprise $200 from B&H. You get an M3 Pro chip with a 12-core CPU, 18-core GPU, 18GB memory, and 512GB SSD in a MacBook that is only a few weeks old! Again, if you want more memory or SSD space, it's worth considering some of the older MacBook Pros below.
MacBook Pro 16-inch (M1 Max, 2021): was $3,299 now $2,999 at Adorama
This $300 price cut brings the 2021 model of the 16-inch MacBook Pro with some still-excellent specs. You get what was once the most powerful chip Apple made when it launched (the M1 Max with a 10-core CPU and 24-core GPU), 32GB of memory, and huge 1TB storage space. It's still expensive, but it's certainly cheaper than the M2 Max and new M3 Max models.
MacBook Pro 16-inch (M2 Max, 2023): was $3,899 now $3,699 at Adorama
We're starting to see price cuts for the M2 generation of MacBook Pros now that the M3 generation is here. This incredibly powerful model was only released earlier this year, but it's got a $200 price cut ahead of Black Friday. It features the M2 Max chip with a 12-core CPU, 38-core GPU, 64GB memory, and 1TB SSD.
Black Friday MacBook Pro deals - quick links (UK)
- Amazon: Discounts on new MacBooks start at £70 off
- Argos: Latest MacBook models with in-store pickup
- Currys: Deals on MacBook Pros coming soon
- Ebuyer: Save big on all the latest MacBooks starting as low as £1,196
- Laptops Direct: Savings on a range of MacBook Pro models
Black Friday MacBook Pro 13-inch deals (UK)
MacBook Pro 13-inch (M1, 2020): was £1,298 now £899.97 at Laptops Direct
The first generation MacBook Pro 13-inch with Apple's own silicon has plummeted in price ahead of Black Friday, and has a massive £399 price cut, putting it at a similar level as the M1 MacBook Air, but with a bit more flexibility thanks to its better thermal performance, so it can work harder for longer. With 8GB of memory and 256GB SSD storage, this is a brilliant deal for a laptop that remains an excellent performer.
Black Friday MacBook Pro 14-inch deals (UK)
NEW MacBook Pro 14-inch (M3, 2023): was £1,699 now £1,549 at Amazon
Amazon has cut £150 from the very latest MacBook Pro 14-inch model, mere weeks after it launched. You've got to love Black Friday! This is the least powerful model, with the base M3 chip, 8GB, and 512GB SSD, so if you want more power (especially in the memory department), then look at some of the slightly older models below.
Apple MacBook Pro 14-inch (M1 Pro, 2021): was £2,232.97 now £1,649.97 at Laptops Direct
It's an older MacBook, sir, but it checks out. Yes, this M1 Pro version of the MacBook Pro is a whopping £583 off at Laptops Direct for Black Friday, and it's not the base configuration either - you get a large 1TB SSD and 16GB of RAM in addition to Apple's high-res display with 1,000,000:1 contrast ratio. Unlike the MacBook Air, this laptop also features an HDMI output for easily connecting a second display.
NEW MacBook Pro 14-inch (M3 Pro, 2023): was £2,099 now £1,949.97 at Amazon
OK, £150 off might not seem like a massive saving, but considering that this is only a few weeks old, this is still impressive. You get the M3 Pro chip with an 11-core CPU, 14-core GPU, 18GB memory, and 512GB SSD, which is decent specs for the lower price.
Black Friday MacBook Pro 16-inch deals (UK)
MacBook Pro 16-inch (M1 Pro, 2021): was £2,024.97 now £1,699.97 at Laptops Direct
If you're looking for the larger version of the MacBook Pro, you can nab the 16-inch model for only £50 more than the 14-inch iteration at Laptops Direct. This model comes equipped with the M1 Pro chip, 16GB of unified memory, and a 512GB SSD - and of course, Apple's incredible 120Hz Liquid Retina XDR display.
NEW MacBook Pro 16-inch (M3 Pro, 2023): was £2,599 now £2,449 at Amazon
The new larger model of the MacBook Pro has got a price cut in the UK. You get an M3 Pro chip with 12-core chip, 18-core GPU, 18GB memory and 512GB SSD. While this isn't a huge saving, £150 off such a new MacBook is practically unheard of, so if you were thinking of splashing out on the cutting-edge MacBook Pros, this is a very welcome deal!
Black Friday MacBook Pro deals: FAQs
Should you wait for a Black Friday MacBook Pro deal?
Black Friday 2023 has now been and gone, so you absolutely shouldn't be waiting around at this point. It's unlikely that we're going to see any bigger discounts across the weekend and during the upcoming Cyber Monday sales, so we'd advise that you jump on these deals quickly - they won't stick around forever, and if stock runs low at retailers they might disappear before the sales period ends.
Black Friday MacBook Pro deals rarely give you more than a 20% discount unless you are talking about a seriously high-spec system, since these will still cost you a few thousand dollars.
When will the best Black Friday MacBook Pro deals start in 2023?
Black Friday took place on November 24 this year, but that doesn’t mean there aren't still sales going on. Plenty of deals remain active and will likely stay that way until after Cyber Monday on November 27.
Examining trends from previous years, sales on computer hardware generally begin to show up in mid-to-late October, spiking in the week leading up to Thanksgiving (November 23). The week of November 20 saw a boatload of early discounts, many of which are still available, so keep your eyes peeled.
Where can I find the best Black Friday MacBook Pro deals?
Right here! Yes, we’ll be updating this page with all the best deals once the Black Friday sales start to land. Bookmark this page to check back; we’ll keep adding the biggest discounts we can find throughout the weekend.
Below, you can find a list of the retailers we think are the best places to look for MacBook Pro deals; you can check them out in advance of Black Friday, to get an idea of what your budget might be and which MacBook Pro model you’d like to buy.
US:
Amazon: Consistently has some good deals on MacBooks of all kinds
Best Buy: up to $250 off on select MacBook models
B&H Photo: A great place to find discounts on MacBook Pro models
Adorama: Save up to $1,000 off on the 14-inch MacBook Pro
UK:
Amazon: Discounts on new MacBooks start at £70 off
Argos: Latest MacBook models with in-store pickup
Currys: Get £80 off the latest MacBook Air with an M2 chip
Ebuyer: Save big on all the latest MacBooks starting as low as £960
Laptops Direct: Get up to £329 off the latest MacBook models
What specs should I look for when buying a MacBook Pro on Black Friday?
Unlike the best Windows laptops, the MacBook Pro has a relatively small pool of different models. The main three factors are screen size, processor, and storage. The newest models - which likely won’t see big sales - are the 14-inch and 16-inch M2 Pro/M2 Max version, which can come with up to 4TB of storage and 96GB of memory.
Ultimately, screen size will be the most important factor for most users, since it affects the entire size of the laptop. If you want a super-compact model that is easy to take around with you, keep your eyes out for a 13-inch MacBook Pro (M2). If you’re planning on mostly keeping it plugged in at home or work, consider a 16-inch model instead.
Storage is of course key, but shouldn’t be the deciding factor. Even the lowest-end MacBook Pros still pack a minimum of 256GB in the storage department, which is plenty for most users - and there’s always the option to hook up an external hard drive if you need more space. The majority of MacBook Pro configurations have the same 512GB standard.
Another critical consideration is memory. This will determine how many apps you can run at once, and generally how responsive they are. The more memory, the better, but unless you're doing professional content creation work like video editing, you're not likely to need more than 32GB memory, and even 16GB memory is perfectly fine for most professional users.
If all you are looking to do is more everyday, general use computing and productivity work, then the MacBook Pro might not actually be what you need. The Apple MacBook Air is more than powerful enough for that kind of work, especially if you upgrade to 16GB memory to help with multitaking between apps. You can check out the best Black Friday MacBook Air deals page for deals on Apple's best-selling laptop.
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