Apple is reportedly planning a second-generation MacBook Neo for next year, with the new model expected to feature the A19 Pro chip found in the iPhone 17 Pro.
According to MacRumors, citing the latest edition of Mark Culpan’s Culpium newsletter, the next MacBook Neo will use a version of the A19 Pro chip, replacing the A18 Pro chip used in the current model.
The move would also reportedly bring an increase in memory, with the second-generation MacBook Neo expected to come with 12GB of RAM. The current model ships with 8GB of unified memory.
Apple unveiled the MacBook Neo in early March as its newest entry-level Mac. Starting at $599, the laptop features a 13-inch Liquid Retina display, the A18 Pro chip, and up to 16 hours of battery life, making it Apple’s most affordable Mac notebook.
The MacBook Neo has proven especially popular with first-time Mac buyers thanks to its lower price point. Earlier this month, Apple CEO Tim Cook said Mac had just experienced its best launch week ever for first-time customers, likely helped by the introduction of the low-cost MacBook Neo.