
Best Overall Pick

MacBook Pro M5 (14-inch)
$1,599
- - 14.2" display
- - 16GB RAM
- - 512GB storage
- - Up to 16 hr battery
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MacBook Air M4 (13-inch, 512GB)
$1,199
- - 13.6" display
- - 16GB RAM
- - 512GB storage
- - Up to 15 hr battery

MacBook Pro M5 (14-inch, 1TB)
$1,799
- - 14.2" display
- - 16GB RAM
- - 1.0TB storage
- - Up to 16 hr battery

MacBook Pro M5 (14-inch, 1TB, 24gb Ram)
$1,999
- - 14.2" display
- - 24GB RAM
- - 1.0TB storage
- - Up to 16 hr battery

MacBook M4 Pro (16-inch, 512GB)
$2,499
- - 16.2" display
- - 24GB RAM
- - 512GB storage
- - Up to 17 hr battery

MacBook Pro M4 Max (16-inch, 1TB)
$3,499
- - 16.2" display
- - 36GB RAM
- - 1.0TB storage
- - Up to 14 hr battery
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What matters most in a coding laptop?
- A great keyboard, steady performance, enough RAM, and battery life that lasts through long sessions.
- Do you exclude gaming laptops?
- For this page we filter out gaming-heavy models to favor quieter, more portable options.
- Is macOS or Windows better for coding?
- Both work well. It depends on your toolchain and personal preference.