Apple has officially launched the MacBook Neo — its most affordable laptop ever — starting at just ₹69,900 in India. Unlike the company’s premium M-series laptops, the Apple MacBook Neo runs on the A18 Pro chip (the same processor that powers the iPhone 16 Pro lineup) and is aimed squarely at students, first-time Mac buyers, and everyday users who want Apple’s ecosystem without the premium price tag.
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Apple MacBook Neo — Full Specs & Pricing (India)
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Price (256GB) | ₹69,900 |
| Price (512GB) | ₹79,900 |
| Education Price (256GB) | ₹59,900 |
| Chip | A18 Pro — 6-core CPU, 5-core GPU, 16-core Neural Engine |
| Display | 13-inch Liquid Retina, 2408 x 1506px, 219ppi, 500 nits |
| RAM | 8GB unified memory (non-upgradable) |
| Storage | 256GB or 512GB |
| Battery Life | Up to 16 hours |
| Camera | 1080p FaceTime HD |
| Ports | 1x USB 3 (USB-C) + 1x USB 2 (USB-C) + 3.5mm jack |
| Wireless | Wi-Fi 6E + Bluetooth 6 |
| OS | macOS Tahoe + Apple Intelligence |
| Colours | Silver, Indigo, Blush, Citrus |
| Launch Date | March 11, 2026 |
What Makes It Special — and Where It Compromises
The MacBook Neo features Apple’s Liquid Retina display with one billion colour support and an anti-reflective coating, a 1080p FaceTime camera, dual side-firing speakers with Spatial Audio and Dolby Atmos, and Apple’s Magic Keyboard with a large Multi-Touch trackpad. The fanless design means completely silent operation.
The A18 Pro chip delivers up to 50% faster everyday performance versus a best-selling Intel Core Ultra 5 PC, and up to 3x faster on-device AI workloads — meaning Apple Intelligence features like Writing Tools and Live Translation all run locally on the device.
The trade-offs are real, though. The Neo drops Thunderbolt ports and MagSafe charging, ships with just a 20W charger, and 8GB of RAM is non-upgradable. Touch ID is exclusive to the 512GB model, making the ₹79,900 variant the better buy for most users.
At ₹69,900, the MacBook Neo sits ₹50,000 below the MacBook Air M5’s ₹1,19,900 starting price — a massive gap that opens up an entirely new segment for Apple in India.
Also check our coverage of Apple MacBook Air M5 and the best laptops under ₹80,000 in India. Preorders are live now at Apple India’s official store.
FAQs
What is the Apple MacBook Neo price in India?
The MacBook Neo starts at ₹69,900 for the 256GB model and ₹79,900 for the 512GB model. Students and educators can get it from ₹59,900 through Apple’s Education Store.
Does the Apple MacBook Neo support Apple Intelligence?
Yes — the MacBook Neo runs macOS Tahoe and fully supports Apple Intelligence features including Writing Tools, Live Translation, and iPhone Mirroring, all powered on-device by the A18 Pro’s 16-core Neural Engine.
