Want a seriously cheap MacBook Air M4? This deal at Best Buy not only gets you a record-low price, but a fantastic trade-in rebate

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If you’re currently working on an older MacBook Air (or any laptop, for that matter), I have a deal that might just tempt you into upgrading to the MacBook Air 13 M4 at Best Buy. The retailer is currently listing the latest model for just $799 (was $999), which is a record-low price for the laptop that we still rate as the best choice for most people.

That’s not news in itself, but it’s a great starting point for an additional trade-in rebate you can stack on top of this week’s upfront discount.

For example, if you have a slightly older MacBook Air M3 in good condition, you can get an impressive trade-in rebate of $600 – enough to bring the price of the latest model down to just $199. Even if you don’t have an M3, you can still get a sizeable discount with Best Buy’s relatively generous trade-in terms.

Apple MacBook Air M4 deal at Best Buy

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A great choice for most people

We’re obviously big fans of the latest MacBook Air, having awarded the device an impressive four and a half stars in our MacBook Air 14 M4 review. It’s a relatively iterative upgrade versus the previous generation, but it’s a fantastic device that really hits the sweet spot in terms of value, power, and overall premium design.

Key upgrades include the latest M4 chipset for a boost in both power and efficiency, and a 12MP Center Stage Camera. That’s a handy addition for calls and such because the lens is wider, but the camera will actually detect and follow you on-screen during calls, keeping you in frame.

Alex is TechRadar’s retail editor, specializing in deals, buying advice, and general tips on how to save our readers as much cash as possible. He’s covered events like Black Friday and Amazon in some capacity for over seven years now; both in editorial and other ecommerce adjacent roles on TechRadar, T3, GamesRadar, and other Future PLC sites. Alex’s expertise touches on most areas, but he has a particular love for phones, laptops, and cameras, being an avid photographer.