The article reviews Apple's rumored budget MacBook Neo, which reportedly uses iPhone processors to achieve lower pricing. It explores whether Apple can successfully compete in the sub-$500 laptop market while maintaining Mac-level performance. The review draws parallels to the author's experience with budget Windows/ChromeOS laptops, highlighting the challenges of finding quality cheap laptops.
Background
Apple has been transitioning its Mac lineup to its own ARM-based Apple Silicon chips since 2020, moving away from Intel processors. There have been longstanding rumors about Apple developing a more affordable MacBook model to compete in the budget laptop segment.
- Source
- Ars Technica
- Published
- Mar 10, 2026 at 09:00 PM
- Score
- 7.0 / 10