Are These Apple Prime Day Deals Still Worth It?
Apple Prime Day deals are time-limited discounts on MacBooks, iPads, AirPods, and accessories sold through Amazon, which now double as a final chance to pay pre‑increase prices after Apple raised Mac and iPad pricing and before the higher price tags fully reach Amazon’s remaining inventory.
Yes, for many buyers these Apple Prime Day deals are worth it — but the value depends on what you buy and how soon you move. Apple has already raised MacBook prices, yet Amazon is still offering up to USD 650 (approx. RM2,990) off across Macs, iPads, AirPods, and AirTags during the extended sale window. During Prime Day itself, some MacBook configurations dropped as much as USD 850 (approx. RM3,910), and iPads fell to USD 299 (approx. RM1,380). Because price hikes are rolling out to third‑party retailers, these discounts are effectively the last shot at older, lower pricing on current devices. The catch: stock is thinning, and some of the steepest Day 1 offers have already stepped down or sold out.
MacBook Discounts: Biggest Raw Savings, Shortest Fuse
If you want the largest cash discount, the MacBook deals lead the pack. Amazon promoted MacBooks up to USD 850 (approx. RM3,910) off during Prime Day, with savings of up to USD 300 (approx. RM1,380) on many configurations. One headline offer put the 13‑inch MacBook Air M5 with 16GB RAM and 1TB SSD at USD 1,149.99 (approx. RM5,300), a USD 450 (approx. RM2,070) drop from its current list price. After the event, extended deals still cut up to USD 650 (approx. RM2,990) from selected MacBook models, even as Apple’s June 25 price hike has already taken effect on Macs. According to one deal tracker, “MacBooks up to USD 650 off (approx. RM2,990) remain the standout hardware savings as Apple’s higher prices trickle into Amazon’s listings.” If you need a workhorse machine soon, this is the most compelling category to lock in before stock and prices shift.
iPad Price Drops: Strong Value, Especially on Air and Pro
For most people who do not need a full laptop, the iPad price drops now offer the best mix of savings and practicality. During Prime Day, Apple’s tablet line dipped as low as USD 299 (approx. RM1,380) for the iPad A16 128GB Wi‑Fi, a USD 150 (approx. RM690) discount, while the iPad mini 7 256GB Wi‑Fi hit USD 499.99 (approx. RM2,300), USD 200 (approx. RM920) off. Higher‑end buyers saw blowout iPad Pro deals of USD 250 (approx. RM1,150) off, and current listings still show up to USD 350 (approx. RM1,610) off iPad Air and Pro models. For instance, the M4 iPad Air 13‑inch 1TB Wi‑Fi is USD 1,199.99 (approx. RM5,550), a USD 350 (approx. RM1,610) cut. Given that Apple has already raised iPad prices, these extended Amazon deals give tablet buyers one of the cleanest paths to pre‑hike value while stock lasts.
AirPods and AirTag Savings: Easy Wins for Smaller Budgets
If you do not need a new Mac or iPad, the AirPods savings and AirTag discounts are the easiest way to benefit from the extended Apple Prime Day deals. AirPods prices dropped to as low as USD 99 (approx. RM460), while AirPods Pro 3 settled at USD 179 (approx. RM830), USD 70 (approx. RM320) off their regular price. The over‑ear AirPods Max 2 also reached USD 399 (approx. RM1,840), a USD 150 (approx. RM690) discount. On the accessories side, the second‑generation AirTag 4‑pack moved down to USD 89 (approx. RM410), about 10% off, marking the first material reduction since launch. These smaller accessories are less exposed to Apple’s recent Mac and iPad price hikes, but they still see meaningful percentage savings, making them smart add‑ons if you are already ordering or want a lower‑risk entry into the sale window.
Buy if / Skip if
- Buy the MacBook if you want the single biggest dollar discount, with savings up to USD 650 (approx. RM2,990) still live on selected models.
- Skip the MacBook if you can wait months and prefer to see how post‑hike pricing and future promotions settle before committing.
- Buy the iPad if you want a versatile device and value deep cuts like iPads as low as USD 299 (approx. RM1,380) and up to USD 350 (approx. RM1,610) off on Air and Pro.
- Skip the iPad if you mainly need heavy desktop‑class work and would underuse a tablet even at a discount.
- Buy the AirPods if you want quick, lower‑cost Apple Prime Day deals, with AirPods on sale from USD 99 (approx. RM460) and AirPods Pro 3 at USD 179 (approx. RM830).
- Skip the AirPods if your current earbuds work fine and you would rather save your budget for larger items like a MacBook discount or iPad price drop.
- Buy the AirTag if you want a cheap upgrade to track bags or keys and like grabbing the first material discount on AirTag 2 at USD 89 (approx. RM410) for a 4‑pack.
