Apple’s smallest desktop delivers better performance and value for those willing to leave the laptop behind.
By Filipe Espósito Oct. 27, 2026 2:00 pm EST M21Perfect/Shutterstock Add Engadget on Google: Google DiscoverLaptops are the first choice for the majority of people looking to buy a new computer, and that holds true when it comes to the Mac lineup. It's no wonder: a MacBook can travel with you wherever you go, and they come fully equipped with a built-in screen, keyboard, trackpad and webcam. There's no need to buy accessories separately. But if you spend most of your time at a desk, shelling out extra for portability might not be worth it.
