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This Cyber Monday $599 M2 MacBook Air Deal Is Going to Be Hard to Beat

Save $200 off this thin and lightweight laptop before the holiday sales are over.

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When it comes to shopping for a new laptop this Cyber Monday, we don’t think you’ll find many deals better than this one. The M2 MacBook Air was one of our favorite laptops when it came out, and it's currently discounted in the Cyber Monday sales.

Best Buy is currently offering the M2 MacBook Air for just $599 -- that’s $200 off its usual $799 price. This machine is available in multiple colors, but we suggest placing your order soon. We don’t expect this price to hang around for long, and you definitely don’t want to miss out.

At just $599, this 13‑inch M2 MacBook Air deal is a no‑brainer. For starters, its M2 chip might not be Apple’s newest, but it’s still a powerhouse at this price. The same goes for the integrated GPU, which delivers smooth graphics performance for everyday tasks.

The good news continues when we move on to memory. This M2 MacBook Air comes with 16GB of RAM, allowing more apps to run simultaneously and making Apple Intelligence all the more responsive.

In terms of storage, you’ll get 256GB to play with. While not massive, it’s more than enough for most people’s web browsing, productivity, and light app usage needs.

The laptop’s 13.6‑inch Liquid Retina display is bright and vibrant, perfect for work and play. And yes, you’ll get used to the notch -- which also allows for an improved webcam. As CNET’s Dan Ackerman noted when reviewing the M2 MacBook Air, “Much more important to me is the new 1080‑resolution webcam. It’s the same hardware as the 14‑/16‑inch MacBook Pro camera, which is excellent and a huge step up from the 720p camera MacBooks have been stuck with for years.”

All of that, plus up to 18 hours of battery life, fanless silent operation, MagSafe charging, and a lightweight 2.7‑pound design, makes this M2 MacBook Air deal one you won’t want to miss. Just be sure to pick your favorite color before ordering.

Why this deal matters

Apple discounts are rare, and this is a strong one. The M2 MacBook Air offers plenty of power, long battery life, and premium design for a fraction of its usual cost. If you’re a fan of MacOS and you need a thin and light laptop, this is the deal for you.

And if you’re looking to spend the absolute least, Apple’s M1 MacBook Air recently hit $549 -- but the M2 model at $599 is a much better buy for most shoppers.