The MacBook Pro Max Just Dropped to Its Lowest Price Ever
The 16-inch MacBook Pro with an M5 Max chip has fallen to a record low price, offering a substantial discount after Apple raised prices across the range in June. The deal matters to demanding users who want high-end performance now, though upcoming MacBook models may arrive next week and the offer may not last.
The 36 GB memory, 2 TB storage configuration costs $3,499, 20 per cent below retail and $400 less than a few days ago; it is also $150 below its previous lowest price. The article says the M5 Max delivers exceptionally strong graphics performance, including more than 60 frames per second in Cyberpunk 2077 at Ultra settings in testing. Buyers seeking 64 GB or 128 GB of memory must purchase from Apple, while rumours suggest next week’s models may use the same M5 Pro and M5 Max chips.
In short
- The 16-inch M5 Max MacBook Pro is $3,499.
- The deal is 20 per cent off and a record low.
- Higher-memory versions are sold directly by Apple.
Steelman: both sides, in good faith
The strongest fair case each way — we don't pick a winner.
The case for
For professionals with demanding workloads, the discount makes a powerful, high-memory laptop meaningfully cheaper, and the reported gaming results suggest strong graphics performance as well. If a machine is needed now, the deal may be worthwhile, particularly since rumours indicate that next week’s models may use the same chips.
The case against
Waiting could be the wiser choice for buyers who do not need a laptop immediately: new models may arrive next week, potentially bringing other improvements or changing prices. The discounted configuration may also be less suitable for users who need 64 GB or 128 GB of memory, who must buy directly from Apple and may not benefit from this offer.