Apple

Safe pick

The MacBook Air is the top pick at all three testers

For
Most students and everyday users
Watch out
Few ports; you may need adapters
  1. Top pick

    MacBook Air 13" (M5)

    $1,299
    For
    Most students and everyday users
    Why this one
    Top pick at RTINGS, Tom's Guide and Notebookcheck; about 13–15 hours of battery
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  2. MacBook Neo

    $699
    For
    Students on a budget who still want a Mac
    Why this one
    Best budget pick at RTINGS and Tom's Guide; 8GB memory, no backlit keyboard
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  3. MacBook Pro 16" (M5 Pro or Max)

    $2,999
    For
    Video editing, 3D work and other heavy jobs
    Why this one
    RTINGS's best workstation laptop; plenty of ports, but hot and loud under load
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Sources and verification

Products last verified Nov 2026.