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Every Apple laptop in our database, with the specs that matter lined up the same way. Tick Compare on two to five to see them side by side.

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Choosing a MacBook

Apple’s laptops are MacBooks, and they all run macOS on Apple’s own M-series chips. MacBook Air is the thin, fanless everyday laptop, in 13 and 15-inch sizes. MacBook Pro adds more power, brighter screens and more ports, in 14 and 16-inch sizes, with Pro and Max chips for heavy creative work.

MacBooks are known for long battery life, excellent screens and speakers, and working smoothly with iPhone and iPad. They can’t run Windows programs directly and aren’t great for gaming.

Memory and storage can’t be upgraded later, so buy what you’ll need. 16 GB of memory and 512 GB of storage suit most people.

Frequently asked questions

Which MacBook should I buy?

The MacBook Air suits most people: it's light, silent and lasts all day. Choose a MacBook Pro for video editing, music production or other heavy work.

Can a MacBook run Windows programs?

Not directly. Many popular apps have Mac versions, and some Windows programs run through virtualisation software, but not most games.

Is a MacBook good for students?

Yes, especially for iPhone owners. Check that your course software runs on macOS before you buy.

Can you upgrade a MacBook's memory or storage?

No. Both are built into the chip or board, so choose the size you'll need for the life of the laptop.