Apple's MacBook Air has long been the go-to for people who want a lightweight laptop that doesn't skimp on performance. In fact, we named the M4 MacBook Air as the best laptop for students, and it's really easy to see why. With the 2025 refresh, Apple added the M4 chip, support for Apple Intelligence and a brighter, more color-accurate display, all while keeping the same ultraportable design.
The most affordable MacBook is by no means cheap, but right now for Cyber Monday, Amazon is offering the 13-inch M4 MacBook Air for just $738, a substantial $261 discount off its $999 list price, and the lowest price we've seen for this model. If you want this deal then you'd better hurry because it will likely end after today. This record-low price applies to the midnight black model, but the other three color options are only $11 more and selling at the previous low price of $749.
The 2025 MacBook Air features the new Apple M4 chip, which brings you faster performance and improved efficiency, especially when running Apple Intelligence features like writing assistance, image generation and app automation. This model comes with 16GB of unified memory and a 256GB SSD, making it a solid pick for school and home use.
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The 13.6-inch Liquid Retina display supports 1 billion colors and offers sharp contrast and clarity, while the 12MP Center Stage camera keeps you framed during video calls. You'll also get up to 18 hours of battery life, Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.3 and support for up to two external displays.
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Why this deal matters
The M4 MacBook Air is one of the most capable ultraportables on the market and this $261 price drop makes it a compelling buy for anyone who wants Apple Intelligence, long battery life and a premium display, all in a sleek, travel-ready package.
The previous low for the 13-inch Air was $749, so this Cyber Monday deal breaks into uncharted territory. And even if you don't want the black model for $738, the MacBook Air in silver, sky blue or starlight is a great deal at $749.
All four color options are now listed as temporarily out of stock, but you can still place an order to lock in the Cyber Monday savings. We expect all four models to return to their usual Amazon price of between $800 and $900 by tomorrow.
