[The Source] Apple MacBook Air 13.3” 256GB, 8GB RAM, i5 - Space Grey - English - $999.99 (Save $700) - Model MVFJ2LL/A

Dec 21st, 2020 4:52 pm

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JoJoCan [OP]: Deal Addict; Jul 14, 2018; 3724 posts; 5923 upvotes; Kitchener

Dec 21st, 2020 4:52 pm

[The Source] Apple MacBook Air 13.3” 256GB, 8GB RAM, i5 - Space Grey - English - $999.99 (Save $700) - Model MVFJ2LL/A

Deal Link:: https://www.thesource.ca/en-ca/computer ... /108085238
Price:: $999.99
Savings:: $700
Expiry:: December 31, 2020
Retailer:: The Source

Seems like a really good price for a newer MacBook Air... I've been wanting a Mac for years now but am thinking of waiting for a sale on the new Apple in house CPU models but at this price it seems like a very good deal (but I will probably just wait, since I've been waiting years anyway)...

64 in stock at time of posting...

Specs:
Display: 13.3" QHD LED Display (2560 x 1600)
Processor: 1.6 GHz 8th-Generation Intel® Core™ i5 Dual Core Processor
Memory: 8 GB of LPDDR3 SDRAM
Storage: 256GB Solid State Drive
Graphics: Intel® UHD Graphics 617 integrated graphics
Operating System: macOS
Language: English

Gaming PC: i9 9900ks, GTX 1070 8gb x2, 64GB RAM
Phone: iPhone 8 64gb

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Dec 21st, 2020 4:56 pm

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btwitsmatt: Member; Mar 14, 2013; 487 posts; 560 upvotes; Toronto

Dec 21st, 2020 4:56 pm

Lol $700? I think they mean $170 off... regular price is $1169 at apple...

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Dec 21st, 2020 4:56 pm

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Cheezewhiz: Member; Jun 28, 2010; 298 posts; 192 upvotes; Toronto

Dec 21st, 2020 4:56 pm

If you can afford the extra $170 with educational discount, the base M1 MacBook Air is significantly better than this outdated model. The 2020 i5s are especially prone to excessive fan noise/overheating.

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Dec 21st, 2020 4:57 pm

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makaheehee: Jr. Member; Aug 19, 2018; 124 posts; 27 upvotes

Dec 21st, 2020 4:57 pm

I believe this is the 2018 version from a quick google search.
Wifey was looking for a new macbook air. Anyone know if this is actually a good deal versus a new macbook air that is $1300 before discounts?

Dec 21st, 2020 4:57 pm

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wartune123: Deal Addict; Nov 18, 2015; 1130 posts; 1452 upvotes; Waterloo, ON

Dec 21st, 2020 4:57 pm

JoJoCan wrote: ↑ Seems like a really good price for a newer MacBook Air... I've been wanting a Mac for years now but am thinking of waiting for a sale on the new Apple in house CPU models but at this price it seems like a very good deal (but I will probably just wait, since I've been waiting years anyway)...

Honestly, I do not think its worth getting an Intel mac lineup when the M1 chip is better in every way and will keep on improving with ea software update.

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Dec 21st, 2020 4:58 pm

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naticom: Deal Addict; Oct 8, 2015; 1545 posts; 1432 upvotes

Dec 21st, 2020 4:58 pm

just buy the m1...no questions asked

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Dec 21st, 2020 4:58 pm

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thesubmitter: Deal Addict; Jan 25, 2008; 1917 posts; 1769 upvotes; Montréal

Dec 21st, 2020 4:58 pm

The m1 version is 25% more but I think the m1 mobile like cpu energy profile makes it’s a better fit for MacBook Air . I haven’t done a full fledged evaluation though

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Dec 21st, 2020 5:00 pm

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jellytime: Deal Addict; Feb 19, 2014; 3182 posts; 2051 upvotes; Langley

Dec 21st, 2020 5:00 pm

not worth it. The new M1 chips are revolutionary. Save up some more and buy the 2020 model.

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Dec 21st, 2020 5:00 pm

#9

kingofwale: Deal Guru; Jul 7, 2007; 10401 posts; 1700 upvotes

Dec 21st, 2020 5:00 pm

this deal is so bad... it makes me want to cry

this is also the shitty butterfly keyboard version?

Dec 21st, 2020 5:03 pm

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Spinner: Deal Addict; Sep 19, 2002; 3802 posts; 2601 upvotes; Vancouver

Dec 21st, 2020 5:03 pm

No go, this is the 2019 model. If it were the 2020 Intel model, then it's a decent deal.

The Intel model still has its benefits, like support for dual-external monitor.

Dec 21st, 2020 5:04 pm

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aomous: Sr. Member; Nov 15, 2020; 933 posts; 1877 upvotes

Dec 21st, 2020 5:04 pm

As many others have also said....get the new M1, more efficient, faster, better battery life, probably better compatibility too with other apple apps/products. A dual-core 1.6ghz i5 just isnt that good for any type of device these days compared to others.

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Dec 21st, 2020 5:06 pm

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Raimiette: Member; Dec 11, 2006; 338 posts; 98 upvotes; Hamilton

Dec 21st, 2020 5:06 pm

So, this is probably a super, super dumb question, please bear with me, BUT can this play current games on low settings? Would it be good for retro gaming (emulators to date)?

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Dec 21st, 2020 5:06 pm

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cryptobrian: Jr. Member; Nov 17, 2003; 164 posts; 129 upvotes; Toronto

Dec 21st, 2020 5:06 pm

Cold.

M1 or bust. M1 wipes the floor with these Intel models.
I suspect we’re going to start seeing a lot of these sales as retailers start to clear out the old inventory.

Unlike previous versions of apple products where it’s good value to buy on sale, don’t do it here. Totally worth getting the newest model with M1 for the extra $$.

Dec 21st, 2020 5:14 pm

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Longobongo: Deal Fanatic; Jun 2, 2006; 6306 posts; 1167 upvotes; Mississauga

Dec 21st, 2020 5:14 pm

I'd hold off the for the next version of the M1, pretty much beta testing at this point.

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Dec 21st, 2020 5:21 pm

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wartune123: Deal Addict; Nov 18, 2015; 1130 posts; 1452 upvotes; Waterloo, ON

Dec 21st, 2020 5:21 pm

Raimiette wrote: ↑So, this is probably a super, super dumb question, please bear with me, BUT can this play current games on low settings? Would it be good for retro gaming (emulators to date)?

If you want to play games, i would suggest you to avoid this laptop... If you go on YouTube and check out the new M1 chip, people are able to play decent games w it...

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Dec 21st, 2020 5:22 pm

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iVel004: Jr. Member; Sep 13, 2019; 113 posts; 198 upvotes

Dec 21st, 2020 5:22 pm

Longobongo wrote: ↑ I'd hold off the for the next version of the M1, pretty much beta testing at this point.

I agree 1st gen are considered beta, but if you want a MacBook for the "ecosystem" or simply because of the assurance Apple provides. The M1 is a much better value than the Intel version.

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Dec 21st, 2020 5:24 pm

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DigOffers: Jr. Member; Sep 17, 2009; 131 posts; 47 upvotes; Edmonton

Dec 21st, 2020 5:24 pm

I am in market to buy a MacBook pro with 16GB or 32GB RAM. Please let mE know if you have any experience with cutting/bleeding edge M1 ones. I am afraid that it won’t be compatible with some software packages. Is it revolutionary as I am hearing? Or just marketing promises?

Dec 21st, 2020 5:24 pm

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JoJoCan [OP]: Deal Addict; Jul 14, 2018; 3724 posts; 5923 upvotes; Kitchener

Dec 21st, 2020 5:24 pm

Raimiette wrote: ↑ So, this is probably a super, super dumb question, please bear with me, BUT can this play current games on low settings? Would it be good for retro gaming (emulators to date)?

This would probably be better for games:
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Gaming PC: i9 9900ks, GTX 1070 8gb x2, 64GB RAM
Phone: iPhone 8 64gb

Dec 21st, 2020 5:26 pm

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lillik: Jr. Member; Dec 7, 2008; 158 posts; 71 upvotes

Dec 21st, 2020 5:26 pm

MVFJ2LL/A suggests it's 2019, so this has the older butterfly keyboard that's prone to breaking.

Dec 21st, 2020 5:38 pm

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2Sedins1Cup: Deal Addict; May 24, 2011; 1599 posts; 450 upvotes; Canada

Dec 21st, 2020 5:38 pm

using an M1 MacBook Air. it's incredible. batteyr life is insane. never using Intel every again. save up you'll be glad. this thing never gets hot and is blazing fast.

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