- Apple is offering refurbished MacBook Pro and Mac mini M4 devices
- The Macs are on its online store in the US, Canada, UK, and some other European countries
- Discounts of up to 15% can be had, while still benefiting from a one-year warranty and optionally AppleCare
If you’ve been mulling a purchase of a MacBook Pro or Mac mini with the latest M4 chip inside, but hoping to benefit from a somewhat more affordable price tag than new, you’ll doubtless be interested to learn that Apple is now selling these devices refurbished.
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Discounts Available
MacRumors recently highlighted that Apple is offering these Macs that pack an M4 SoC on its web store in various regions, including the US, Canada, and the UK (and also some other European countries). Those who are tempted to go this route can get asking prices which are (up to) 15% less compared to a brand-new MacBook Pro or Mac mini M4. To pick an example at the cheaper end of the scale, at the time of writing, on Apple’s US store there’s a refurbished Mac mini M4 with a 10-core CPU (plus 10-core GPU) that normally sells for $599, but has been knocked down to $509 – which represents bang-on a 15% discount.
Refurbished Quality
The example given illustrates that you can get a whole lot of computer power, in a deliciously small form factor, for just a little over $500. While these machines may not be brand new, they are tested and restored to near-original condition. At first glance, buying refurbished hardware might feel like a gamble compared to a completely new device, yet there is significant peace of mind in purchasing a Mac refurb directly from Apple. After all, even brand-new devices can sometimes experience issues.
When buying refurbished, Apple provides a full year’s warranty on each device. Customers also have the option to add AppleCare for extended protection. Apple assures that: “Refurbished devices are cleaned, inspected and tested, and come with genuine Apple replacement parts as needed.” This level of quality assurance helps mitigate concerns surrounding the reliability of refurbished products.
Future Availability
Apple’s M4 Macs debuted at the end of October 2024, so discounts on these machines have been relatively rare, as one might anticipate. Nonetheless, a refurb from Apple could be a compelling option due to the affordability and reliability outlined earlier. For those who prefer to wait, there’s always the potential for better deals during seasonal sales events like Black Friday. Although it may seem distant, time has a tendency to pass quickly, making such occasions more accessible than they appear.
It’s reasonable to expect that more M4 Macs will become available as refurbs directly from Apple soon, expanding choices for consumers interested in these products.
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