MacBook Neo Review: The Neo Mac on the Block

Apple’s new MacBook Neo changes the Mac lineup with a surprisingly affordable $599 starting price. In this review, Apple’s latest budget MacBook is tested for design, display quality, A18 Pro performance, battery life, and real-world usability, while also comparing it against the MacBook Air M2 and M3. This video covers where Apple cut costs, who this laptop is for, and whether the MacBook Neo is finally the best entry point into macOS for students, travelers, and first-time Mac users. 00:00 Intro 00:57 MacBook Neo Design & Build 01:25 Ports, USB-C & Missing MagSafe 01:58 Keyboard, Trackpad & Touch ID 02:50 MacBook Neo Colors 03:28 Display Quality Explained 04:15 Speakers & Webcam 04:45 A18 Pro Performance in macOS 05:19 Benchmarks 06:21 macOS Tahoe Features 07:29 Connectivity 07:55 Battery Life & Charging Test 09:14 Who Should Buy the MacBook Neo? 10:08 Neo vs MacBook Air M2 & M3 11:19 Final Thoughts