All products featured here are independently selected by our editors and writers. If you buy something through links on our site, Mashable may earn an affiliate commission. Apple's new M5 laptops are already on sale, but the biggest discounts are going to their M4 predecessors. Amazon is gearing up to host its third annual Big Spring Sale from March 25 to 31. The event mainly revolves around seasonal essentials like cleaning supplies and outdoor gear, but in the past, it's also featured deals on tech — including flagship Apple products. Since the company just refreshed (and expanded) its MacBook lineup earlier this month, I'm thinking Amazon will put a big focus on clearing out its remaining inventory of last-gen models. In the days leading up to the sale, I'm already seeing some pretty great deals on M4 MacBook Airs and Pros. Amazon's biggest discount thus far is going to a 15-inch M4 Air with 24GB of RAM and 512GB of storage, which is now $300 off — its lowest price ever. (No other M4 MacBook is more than $200 off.) That's one deal I would definitely grab ahead of time, before the Big Spring Sale officially starts, in case it sells out. Apple has discontinued the M4 MacBooks, so once third-party retailers' supplies dry up, they'll only be available on the refurbished market. If you'd prefer a MacBook Pro with a nicer display, more ports, and fans that prevent thermal throttling, I've spotted a 14-inch M5 model with 16GB of RAM and 1TB of storage that's only $1,499.99 (or about $200 off), another all-time low. It's the best option for most people, though a couple of M4 Pro models with 24GB of memory are enjoying the same discount if you're a professional creative who needs even more power. The brand-new M5 MacBook Airs and M5 Pro/Max MacBook Pros are all $50 off ahead of the Big Spring Sale, and that's probably going to be as cheap as they get for now. (The then-new M4 models got the same discount during last year's sale.) Look for better deals in a couple months around Amazon's summer Prime Day sale. The one MacBook that isn't on sale just yet is the MacBook Neo, Apple's all-new budget laptop. I doubt that will change once the event begins — the Neo is already super affordable (and a bestseller) at its regular MSRP — but you never know. A decent MacBook Neo deal is my 2026 Big Spring Sale white whale. Note: Deals marked with a 🔥 have dropped to a record-low price. Best MacBook Air deal Why we like it The 15-inch M4 MacBook Air may be a last-gen laptop, but it's still an incredibly capable ultraportable. In multitasking scenarios and heavier tasks like video editing, it's faster than nearly 80 percent of the models in our current testing database (including much pricier Windows laptops). It has the same 12MP Center Stage webcam, Liquid Retina display, and 18-hour battery life as its fresher M5 counterpart, which just offers slightly faster performance and newer wireless connectivity. This particular model is well future-proofed amid the ongoing RAM crunch — thanks, AI. Read Mashable's full review of the 15-inch Apple MacBook Air (M4). Mashable Deals Awesome products and offers, hand-picked for you. Sign up now for the Mashable Deals newsletter. Loading... Sign Me Up Use this instead By clicking Sign Me Up, you confirm you are 16+ and agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy Be the first to know! Get editor selected deals texted right to your phone! Get editor selected deals texted right to your phone! Loading... Sign Me Up By signing up, you agree to receive recurring automated SMS marketing messages from Mashable Deals at the number provided. Msg and data rates may apply. Up to 2 messages/day. Reply STOP to opt out, HELP for help. Consent is not a condition of purchase. See our Privacy Policy and Terms of Use Thanks for signing up! More MacBook Air deals Best MacBook Pro deal Why we like it An October 2025 release, the M5 MacBook Pro features a dazzling 120Hz mini-LED display; creative-friendly ports like a SDXC card slot and an HDMI port; and a longer battery life of around 21 hours per charge. It's a great upgrade pick for photo and video editors. This 16GB RAM/1TB SSD variant is technically the new base configuration: Apple bumped the M5 MacBook Pro from 512GB of starting storage upon announcing the upgraded M5 Pro and M5 Max variants in early March. Again, it's never been cheaper before. Read Mashable's full review of the 14-inch Apple MacBook Pro (M5). More MacBook Pro deals