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Apple may make some of the best laptops on the market, but the price may be a bit steep for some people. However, if you’m dead on a MacBook, you might want to consider one of these revamped options. We actually have 20 offers on certified refurbished models to choose from. Each has been tested and works as intended with only mild cosmetic blemishes.
Apple MacBook Air 11.6 ”Intel Core i5, 128 GB – silver (certified refurbished)
The MacBook Air really strikes the Goldilocks Zone between portability and unpowered power, offering far more performance than a Chromebook without charging a heavier laptop. This one, made in 2013, offers 1,366 x 768 resolution, nine hours of battery life (or 30 days of standby time) and 4 GB of RAM.
(reg. $ 999).
Apple MacBook Air 1.7 GHz Intel Core i5, 64 GB – Silver (Refurbished)
This 2012 MacBook Air features a film-thin aluminum housing, a 1.7 GHz processor and 64 GB of solid-state storage. Although the ‘B’ rating means that there may be some locks on the casing, you will eventually get these internal components at an even lower price.
(reg $ 550).
Apple MacBook Pro 2.66 GHz Intel Core 2 Duo, 320 GB – Silver (Refurbished)
This 15.4-inch MacBook Pro is housed in a beautiful unibody case and features a generous 320 GB of storage.
(reg $ 450).
Apple MacBook Air 11 “1.6 GHz Intel Core i5, 128 GB – Black (Refurbished)
This MacBook comes with an Intel Core i5 processor, 4 GB of RAM and 128 GB of flash storage, which is more than enough for basic web browsing. These specs are more than enough to power the 1,366 x 768 resolution screen, and the nine hours of battery life also ensure decent running time.
(reg. $ 700).
MacBook Air MMGG2LL / A 8 GB RAM, 256 GB (upgraded)
The 13.3-inch TFT LED screen is complemented by an Intel Core i5 processor and Intel HD 6000 graphics. This model contains 256 GB of storage and 12 hours of battery life in a thin, smooth case.
(reg. $ 999).
Apple MacBook Air 11 “Intel Core i5, 4 GB RAM, 128 GB SSD – Silver (Refurbished)
In addition to the 1,366 x 768 screen and Intel Core i5 processor, this 2015 MacBook Air is equipped with a MagSafe power adapter, wireless mouse, Bluetooth headset and case.
(reg. $ 599).
Apple MacBook Air 11 “1.6 GHz Core i5, 8 GB RAM, 128 GB – Silver (Refurbished)
This 11.6-inch MacBook is a portable power station with 128 GB flash storage, a 1,366 x 768 screen, an Intel Core i5 processor and 12 hours of battery life. In addition, it is Bluetooth 4.1 compatible.
(reg. $ 699).
Apple 13.3 “MacBook Air 1.6 GHz Core i5, 128 GB – Silver (Refurbished)
The name of the game here achieves the performance of a new laptop without paying for it, and that is exactly what this model offers: Bluetooth 4.0 connectivity, 128 GB flash storage and a 1.6 GHz processor for moderate web browsing and word processing.
(reg. $ 649).
Apple MacBook Pro 13.3 “4G RAM, 320 GB – Silver (Refurbished)
This MacBook Pro’s entire case is thinner and lighter than other laptops, while still providing solid protection for the 320 GB of storage, 4 GB of RAM and an Intel Core i5 processor.
(reg. $ 600).
Apple MacBook Air 11.6 “Intel Core i5, 128 GB SSD – Silver (Refurbished)
The MacBook Air is one of the slimmest laptops on the market, making it all the more impressive that it has an Intel Core i5 processor, 4 GB of RAM and 128 GB of solid state storage.
(reg. $ 899).
Apple MacBook Air 13.3 “Intel Core i5, 128 GB SSD (refurbished)
This revamped MacBook Air is one of the first laptops to be practical and portable, a testament to how early Apple got it right. With Intel HD Graphics 5000, 128 GB SSD storage and Intel Turbo Boost technology, it’s a great little machine to do the job on the go.
(reg. $ 999).
Apple MacBook Air 13.3 “Intel Core i5, 4 GB RAM, 128 GB SSD – Silver (Refurbished)
We have another MacBook Air here, this time with an Intel Core i5 1.6 GHz processor and HD 6000 graphics, which means you can do impressive work on the 1,440 x 900 screen. Do not let the razor-sharp aluminum casing fool you.
(reg. $ 999).
Apple MacBook Air 13.3 “Intel Core i5, 8 GB RAM, 128 GB SSD – Silver (Refurbished)
The enhanced 8GB of RAM puts this MacBook Air out of the box, given its size. If you need a lightweight laptop for editing photos that need some computing, this is the product for you.
for $ 660 (reg. $ 999).
Apple MacBook Pro 13.3 “Intel Core i5, 4 GB RAM, 500 GB – Silver (Refurbished)
It may only come with a HDD, but 500 GB is at least enough space for most people. The other hardware compensates for this more: you can get a 2.5 GHz processor and a respected seven-hour battery life.
for $ 490 (reg. $ 600).
Apple MacBook Air 13 “Intel Core i5, 64 GB SSD – Silver (Refurbished)
This MacBook Air is slim and sleek with a 13-inch screen. Everything you need and nothing you do not need, you can expect seven hours of battery life to find every possible use for the 64 GB flash storage and a stiff 2 GB RAM.
(reg. $ 999).
Apple MacBook Air 13.3 “Intel Core i5, 8 GB RAM, 128 GB SSD – Silver (Refurbished)
This ultra-slim MacBook Air is portable and practical, with enough processing power to keep you working with little downtime and no extra hardware to increase the price or weigh your briefcase.
(reg. $ 999).
Apple MacBook 12 “1.1 GHz Intel Core M, 8 GB RAM, 256 GB SSD (refurbished)
This thing is stacked: 8 GB RAM, 256 GB SSD storage and Intel Turbo Boost technology make it one of the stronger options on this list. The resolution of 3,240 x 1,440 makes everything from word processing to watching movies sharp as well.
(reg. $ 1,499).
Apple 13 “MacBook Air 1.8 GHz Intel Core i5, 8 GB RAM, 256 GB SSD – Silver (Refurbished)
This MacBook Air has 12 hours of battery life, a 13.3-inch, 1.440 x 900 screen and a 1.8 GHz processor that is enough to get you through your work day.
(reg. $ 1,299).
Apple MacBook 12 “1.1 GHz Core M, 8 GB RAM, 256 GB SSD – Space Gray (refurbished)
Grade-upgraded MacBooks (meaning ‘a disgraceful condition’) are hard to come by, and they’re a real gem. This beauty comes with a 12-inch Retina display, 8 GB RAM, 256 GB SSD and 10 hours of battery life, all at a hefty discount.
(reg. $ 999).
Apple MacBook 12 “1.1 GHz Intel Core M, 8 GB RAM, 512 GB SSD – Space Gray (Refurbished)
Another grade A upgrade, this MacBook offers everything the previous laptop has, but with double the blazing fast SSD storage.
(reg. $ 1,299).
Prices are subject to change.
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