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Which used MacBook Air should I buy?

The best used MacBook Air for most people is the 13-inch M4. It is the first Air in this guide with 16GB as the standard memory, and typical US eBay asks in November 2026 are about $900. Buy an M1 only to save money. Buy an M5 only when it costs less than a new one.

Asking ranges as of November 11, 2026. The eBay button is the live price.

  1. Our pick

    MacBook Air 13-inch (M4, 2025)

    The Air to buy.

  2. Also good

    MacBook Air 15-inch (M4, 2025)

    The same advice on a larger screen.

  3. Also good

    MacBook Air 13-inch (M1, 2020)

    The money-saving Air.

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Which used MacBook Air should I buy?
The best used MacBook Air for most people is the 13-inch M4. It is the first Air in this guide with 16GB as the standard memory, and typical US eBay asks in November 2026 are about $900. Buy an M1 only to save money. Buy an M5 only when it costs less than a new one.
MacBook Air or MacBook Pro?
Air, unless you want the brighter 120Hz screen, HDMI, or an SD card slot. Those live on the 14-inch Pro.