summary: Save 52% on the back-to-school MacBook sale: You can get a refurbished Pro model with an Intel Core i7, 16GB of RAM, and 256GB of storage.
Are these refurbished MacBook deals too good to be true? We don’t blame you. After all, it seems unlikely you’ll be able to get an Apple MacBook Pro for under $500. But the truth is, you need to set your expectations realistically.
For example, this 2017 MacBook Pro doesn’t perform as well as the latest models with the latest Apple silicon, but you might not need the highest level of performance for school or creative projects. Plus, while the new MacBook Pro starts at $1,599 on Apple’s website (yes, that’s gross), this model is only $429.99. And it comes in two colors: space gray and silver.
This MacBook Pro is equipped with an Intel Core i7 and 16GB of RAM to support demanding programs and apps. Creatives can run Adobe apps, programmers can open Microsoft Visual Studio, and gamers can enjoy online games.
The 15.4″ Retina display is easy on the eyes in terms of size and appearance, and it also has an interactive Touch Bar that changes shortcuts every time you open an app. It also has Touch ID, so you can log into the laptop with your fingerprint and make payments with Apple Pay.
Refurbished products don’t always look like new, but this Grade “A” MacBook Pro is close. You can expect near-new condition and some light signs of use. Also, keep in mind that older devices will eventually lose OS support from Apple. This MacBook Pro can’t be upgraded beyond macOS Ventura, but the latest update is in July 2024, so that’s OK for the time being.
Mashable Deals
If the pros (get the pun?) outweigh the cons for you, then you can get a refurbished 2017 MacBook Pro for just $429.99 (regularly $899) while supplies last — a whopping 52% off. Refurbished models are only available in limited stock, so jump on this back-to-school MacBook sale while you can.
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