Apple could launch an affordable MacBook powered by its iPhone chip

July 2, 2025

Apple is reportedly preparing up to launch a new low-cost MacBook powered by the A18 Pro chip. The same processor found in the iPhone 16 Pro. According to analyst Ming-Chi Kuo, this could mark the first time an iPhone class chip powers a Mac, diverging from the M-series chips used in current Apple Silicon Macs.

iPhone Chip in a Mac?

Kuo shared via X (formerly Twitter) that the upcoming MacBook will feature a 13-inch display and the A18 Pro chip, potentially allowing Apple to hit a lower price point. Unlike M-series chips, which support higher core counts, more memory, and advanced external display configurations, the A18 Pro is designed for mobile performance and efficiency. This change signals Apple’s effort to broaden its MacBook lineup to appeal to more budget conscious users.

Design & Colors

The affordable MacBook is expected to come in multiple finishes, including Silver, Blue, Pink, and Yellow reminiscent of the colorful iMac lineup. These new additions could make the product more appealing to younger users or students looking for a stylish yet capable Mac.

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Key Specs & Highlights (Expected):

- Display: ~13 inches
- Processor: A18 Pro (same as iPhone 16 Pro)
- Colors: Silver, Blue, Pink, Yellow
- Launch Window: Mass production in late Q4 2025 or early Q1 2026
- Projected Shipment: 5–7 million units in 2026

Production Timeline & Strategy

Mass production for the new MacBook is expected to begin either late in Q4 2025 or early in Q1 2026. Apple aims to ship around 5–7 million units of this model in 2026, contributing to its broader goal of reaching 25 million total MacBook shipments a level last seen during the COVID-era boom.

Apple is also expected to rely on Everwin Precision, a Chinese manufacturer, as a key supplier for the MacBook’s casing.

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