Apple launched the Macbook Air M1 back in 2020 in India and the machine continues to be one of the most popular PCs used by professionals all around. The device is now available for purchase at a discounted price of Rs 55,990 in India. Continue reading to find out the deal details and if you should buy the laptop.
Macbook Air M1 discount details
- The MacBook Air M1 was launched in India back in November 2020 at a starting price of Rs 92,990.
- Currently, it’s available on Amazon for Rs 62,990. With an extra discount offer of Rs 7,000, the price drops to Rs 55,990.
- Amazon is providing an SBI bank discount of Rs 3,000, making the effective price Rs 52,990.
- There’s also an early bird offer that reduces the price significantly to Rs 49,990, although details on this offer are limited.
Macbook Air M1: should you buy?
The MacBook Air M1 launched in India in November 2020 and has since been replaced by the latest version featuring the M3 chipset. With the introduction of the MacBook Air M3, the M1 model was officially discontinued and is now available on Amazon while stocks last. Currently, only the 8GB RAM + 256GB storage variant of the MacBook Air M1 is listed for sale for Rs 62,990.
Apple typically supports major OS upgrades for 5-7 years, so the MacBook Air M1 likely has around 2-3 years of OS updates remaining, though this hasn’t been officially confirmed. It remains a favourite among professionals, offering a great balance of power and efficiency with a battery life of over 6 hours, making it a solid choice for productivity, especially with the current discounts.
At the price point of Rs 60,000 to 65,000, some competitors to the MacBook Air M1 include the Asus Vivobook 15 and MSI Thin 15 series laptops. These models serve as solid thin-and-light Windows alternatives, featuring high-resolution IPS displays, sturdy build quality, and capable processors that are well-suited for productivity tasks, although they may not offer the same battery life that the MacBook Air M1 provides.
If the fact that the MacBook Air M1 is a four-year-old laptop doesn’t bother you and you’re looking for an affordable Mac, this is a good deal for you.
