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MacBooks are laptops made by the tech giant Apple, and over the years they’ve become synonymous with thin, light yet powerful notebooks. It’s hard to overstate the impact MacBooks, particularly the iconic MacBook Air, had on the laptop market - such as prompting its Windows-based rivals to create a whole new genre to compete: the Ultrabook.
The latest generation are Apple’s best yet, so it’s little surprise, then, that MacBooks often find their way onto our best laptops list.
If you mainly associate Apple with iPhones, AirPods and iPads, then you really need to check out what it’s doing in the laptop space as well - releasing a range of products that combine powerful performance with stylish looks and the superb build quality for which the company has become known.
Latest about Macbooks
Forget the Air, the MacBook Pro 14 is $300 off right now
The latest MacBook Pro 14 has several record-low price cuts this week — enough to tempt you into upgrading from the Air.
This deal can potentially get you a MacBook Air M5 for cheaper than a MacBook Neo
The Neo is fantastic, but consider this particular MacBook Air deal at Best Buy before you commit to the cheaper model.
Rumored MacBook Ultra could 'cost significantly more' than the MacBook Pro
MacBook Ultra is again rumored — just cover your wallet's ears, as it sounds frighteningly pricey.
A new rumor suggests Apple's MacBook Neo could feature 12GB RAM next year
Apple is reportedly ready to upgrade the MacBook Neo for 2027 with more RAM, but the ongoing RAM crisis might have an impact on plans if it lasts long enough.
All the best models are on sale — why now is the best time to buy a MacBook
From the super-cheap Neo to the high-end MacBook Pro — right now is a fantastic time to consider picking up a new MacBook.
I upgraded to the MacBook Air M5 at last — and, boy, is it fast
I upgraded to the MacBook Air M5 and its lightning-fast performance puts my Intel-based MacBook Pro to shame.
Apple's touchscreen MacBook is rumored to be delayed due to the RAM crisis
Not everyone is keen on the idea of a touchscreen MacBook — in fact, there's some distinct hostility towards the idea in places.
The best MacBook and Macs of 2026
Updated We weigh up the pros and cons of Apple's best MacBook and Macs, from the Mac mini to the latest M5-powered MacBook Pro.
