MacBook Neo Price in Nepal: Specs, Features & Availability

Apple has officially introduced the MacBook Neo in Nepal, and it’s already becoming one of the most talked-about Macs in years — not because it’s the most powerful, but because it’s the most affordable entry into the Mac ecosystem.

Starting at a significantly lower price than the MacBook Air lineup, the Neo is clearly aimed at students, casual users, and first-time Mac buyers. But does cutting the price mean cutting too many corners? Let’s break it down.

Design: Premium Build at a Budget Price

The MacBook Neo immediately stands out in its segment thanks to its all-aluminum unibody design — something rarely seen at this price point. While most laptops in this range use plastic builds, Apple sticks with metal, giving the Neo a premium look and feel right from the start.

It comes in four unique colors: Blush, Indigo, Silver, and Citrus, adding a more playful tone compared to Apple’s usual lineup. Even the keyboard subtly matches the body color, which adds a small but thoughtful design detail.

However, aluminum comes with trade-offs. While it feels premium, it is more prone to dents compared to plastic — something to consider if this device will be used heavily in bags or on the go.

At 2.7 pounds and 0.50 inches thick, it’s still lightweight and portable, though slightly thicker than the MacBook Air.

Display: Good for Everyday, Not for Pros

The MacBook Neo features a 13-inch Liquid Retina display with a resolution of 2408×1506 and brightness up to 500 nits.

For everyday tasks like browsing, streaming, and writing, the display looks sharp and vibrant. It supports sRGB color and handles media consumption well.

However, compared to the MacBook Air, it lacks:

P3 wide color support
Higher resolution
True Tone technology

The refresh rate is also limited to 60Hz, which feels standard but not premium in 2026. For creative professionals, this display may feel slightly limiting, but for general users, it gets the job done comfortably.

Performance: iPhone Chip Inside a Laptop

The most interesting part of the MacBook Neo is its processor. It runs on Apple’s A18 Pro chip, the same chip found in the iPhone 16 Pro.

Configured with a 6-core CPU and 5-core GPU, along with a 16-core Neural Engine, the performance is surprisingly capable for everyday tasks.

For:

Web browsing
Office work
Video calls
Content streaming

the Neo performs smoothly and efficiently.

However, this isn’t a machine built for heavy workloads. Tasks like:

Professional video editing
3D rendering
Intensive multitasking

will push the limits of this device. The 8GB unified memory (non-upgradable) also restricts long-term performance flexibility.

Battery Life: Efficient and Reliable

The MacBook Neo packs a 36.5Wh battery, delivering:

Up to 16 hours of video playback
Around 11 hours of web usage

While slightly behind the MacBook Air, the efficiency of the A18 Pro chip helps it perform better than expected.

Charging is handled via a 20W USB-C adapter, but there’s no:

Fast charging
MagSafe support

This keeps things simple but less premium.

Camera and Audio: Good Enough for Daily Use

The laptop features a 1080p FaceTime HD camera, which is decent for meetings and online classes.

On the audio side, you get:

Dual speakers with Dolby Atmos and Spatial Audio
Dual microphones with beamforming and voice isolation

While not as powerful as higher-end Macs, the setup is solid for its price and target audience.

Keyboard, Trackpad, and Security

The MacBook Neo uses Apple’s Magic Keyboard with full-height function keys. Typing feels comfortable and familiar, but there’s one major downside — no backlit keyboard, which can be frustrating in low-light environments.

The trackpad is a mechanical click design, responsive and reliable, though not as advanced as Apple’s higher-end models.

Security is also limited on the base model:

No Touch ID on 256GB variant
Touch ID available only on the 512GB version

Ports and Connectivity

Port selection is minimal but functional:

1× USB-C (USB 3, 10Gb/s, DisplayPort)
1× USB-C (USB 2, slower speeds)
3.5mm headphone jack

There’s no Thunderbolt support, which limits expansion options. You can connect one external display up to 4K 60Hz.

For wireless connectivity, it includes:

Wi-Fi 6E
Bluetooth 6.0

Software and Apple Intelligence

The MacBook Neo ships with macOS Tahoe, bringing Apple’s latest UI updates and ecosystem features.

It also includes Apple Intelligence, with features like:

AI Writing Tools
Genmoji
Photo cleanup tools
ChatGPT integration

Combined with Apple’s ecosystem features like AirDrop, Handoff, Universal Clipboard, and iPhone Mirroring, the Neo integrates seamlessly with other Apple devices.