Refurbished MacBook Sales Jump 65% After Apple Raises New Model Prices by Up to $300
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Updated · Boy Genius Report · Jul 17
Refurbished MacBook Sales Jump 65% After Apple Raises New Model Prices by Up to $300
3 articles · Updated · Boy Genius Report · Jul 17
Summary
$1,299 MacBook Air and $1,999 MacBook Pro price tags have pushed buyers toward refurbished models, creating an unexpected demand surge that undercuts Apple’s latest lineup.
Back Market said refurbished MacBook sales rose 65% after Apple’s June increases, while an eBay seller said listed machines now sell within hours instead of sitting for weeks.
M1 and newer Apple Silicon MacBook Pros remain powerful enough for everyday work, coding and moderate video editing, making older devices a strong value alternative in 2026.
That appeal could persist for years because many refurbished MacBook Pros still have long hardware lifespans and expected software support into roughly 2027 to 2030.