Prime Day Mac deals: New Mac mini $150 off, MacBook Air $200 off, much more

Update, October 6, 5:09 p.m. PT: Amazon has slashed prices of the new Mac mini even lower as the Prime...

During Amazon’s early access sale on October 6 at 5:09 p.m. PT the price of the new M6 Mac mini was lowered. The 16GB/256GB configuration now sells for $769, down from the regular $899, marking an all‑time low. The 16GB/512GB model is listed at $950, a reduction from $1,099, also the lowest price recorded. Simultaneously the MacBook Air M2 with 8GB/256GB is offered at $799, a $200 discount from its usual $999 price.

Buying the 16GB/256GB Mac mini at $769 saves $150 compared with the standard $899 price. That amount equals the annual cost of a 200GB iCloud storage plan. The discount represents roughly a 17% reduction, bringing the device closer in price to entry‑level Windows mini PCs. For anyone planning a home office upgrade the lower price directly cuts the upfront expense.

Apple rarely reduces prices on newly released Mac hardware, usually waiting for back‑to‑school or holiday periods. The early price cut suggests Amazon is reacting to softer demand for Macs after a year of modest growth. Analysts note that Apple’s Mac shipments fell 4% in the second quarter of 2024, prompting retailers to clear inventory ahead of an expected M3 refresh. Insiders say the discount also tests how aggressive pricing can be before it affects the perceived premium value.

The promotional pricing is available until October 9. Apple is expected to unveil the M3‑based Mac mini and MacBook Air at a special event scheduled for October 30. Watch for any post‑event price adjustments from Amazon that could either match or undercut Apple’s new education pricing. Despite the current cuts Apple’s Mac line grew its worldwide market share by 8% year‑over‑year in Q3 2024, showing that lower prices do not necessarily signal weakness.