Apple
Apple MacBook Neo 13-inch
A entry-level pick in the laptops line-up, with 13 in up front.
38/100
13 inA18 Pro8 GB512 GB16 hoursLiquid Retina
£549best price at Amazon
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Why we rate it
- NPU
- USB-C charging
- Fingerprint reader
- Below-average peak brightness
Score profile
Scored against the laptops classWhere the Apple MacBook Neo 13-inch wins and loses
Full specification
Grouped · supported features marked in blueSpecifications
Display
Screen size13 "
Panel typeLiquid Retina
Resolution2408
Peak brightness500 nits
Design and build
Weight1.79 kg
Chassis materialAluminium
Performance
CPUA18 Pro
NPUYes
Memory and storage
RAM8 GB
Storage512 GB
Storage typeSSD
Battery
Battery life16 hours
USB-C chargingYes
Keyboard and biometrics
Fingerprint readerYes
Audio and webcam
SpeakersDual-mic array with side-firing speakers
Dolby AtmosYes
Webcam1080 MP
Software
Operating systemMACOS
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Head to head
Highlighted cell = better in that rowApple MacBook Neo 13-inch vs Apple MacBook Pro 14.2-inch M5
Apple MacBook Neo 13-inchMacBook Pro 14.2-inch M5
| AppleApple MacBook Neo 13-inchThis page | AppleMacBook Pro 14.2-inch M5 | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 38 /100 | 50 /100Better |
| Size | 13 " | 14.2 " |
| Weight | 1.79 kgBetter | 2.34 kg |
| RAM | 8 GB | 16 GBBetter |
| Storage | 512 GB | 512 GB |
| CPU | A18 Pro | Apple M5 |
| GPU | — | Apple M5 integrated GPU |
Who it's for
Is the Apple MacBook Neo 13-inch right for you?
Buy it if
Buyers on a budget
Anyone who needs a dependable laptop for the essentials without overspending.
Skip it if
Skip it if
You need top-end performance and battery, in which case a higher-tier laptop is the better call.
Power user
Heavy multitasking, creative work or gaming on the go.
okay
Everyday user
Browsing, docs, calls and media.
good
Budget buyer
Wants a dependable machine for the basics.
okay
Common questions
Before you buy
Is the Apple MacBook Neo 13-inch worth it?
It depends on what you need. It scores 38/100 against other laptops, a entry-level result where the class average is around 45.
What stands out on the Apple MacBook Neo 13-inch?
Its npu stands out, a genuinely useful feature if your setup calls for it.
How does it compare to the LG gram Pro 16Z90TP?
The LG gram Pro 16Z90TP scores 39/100 versus this one at 38/100, so it is the step up on the spec sheet.
