Black Friday 2024 MacBook Deals
Black Friday is the biggest shopping day of the year, and if you're looking for a MacBook deal, this article is your guide. Even the newest MacBooks are on sale for hundreds of dollars off. This guide covers the best U.S. and U.K. MacBook deals for Black Friday (November 29, 2024) and Cyber Monday (December 2, 2024), plus shopping tips to help you snag the best discounts.
Key Considerations Before Buying
- Apple released new M4 MacBook Pro models in late October 2024 with increased RAM. Consider RAM differences when comparing deals on older M3 Macs.
- The M3 MacBook Air's standard RAM doubled from 8GB to 16GB with the M4 MacBook Pro's introduction. Pay attention to RAM when evaluating M3 MacBook Air deals.
Best MacBook Pro Deals
Check out retailers like Best Buy and B&H (U.S.), and KRCS, Amazon, Argos, and John Lewis (U.K.) for significant discounts on various M3 and M4 MacBook Pro models.
Best MacBook Air Deals
Find deals on M2 and M3 MacBook Air models at Amazon and Best Buy (U.S.), and KRCS, Amazon, and Foundry (U.K.).
Does Apple Offer Black Friday Discounts?
Apple offers gift cards with purchases instead of direct price drops. In 2024, Apple is offering gift cards with MacBook Air purchases but not for the newer M4 MacBook Pro models. See Apple Black Friday Deals: Gift Cards vs. Retailer Discounts for more details.
Black Friday Shopping Tips
- Biggest savings are often on older models, but they may not offer the best value.
- Verify the model generation and specs to ensure you're getting what you expect.
- Check if the discounted model is new, refurbished, or used.
- Mac deals are available year-round, so don't feel pressured to buy only on Black Friday.
For more Apple deals, check out our Apple Black Friday Deals roundup. Also, see Best Apple Accessories for Your Holiday Wishlist for other potential savings.