Black Friday MacBook Pro deals 2024: all the early deals live right now

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Early Black Friday MacBook Pro deals are live in the US and UK at many retailers as the 2024 holiday shopping season kicks off ahead of the big day later this month.

Black Friday deals don't 'officially' start until November 29, but don't tell Best Buy or Currys, as the last-gen M3 MacBooks are on sale with some fantastic savings. Like this MacBook Pro 14-inch with M3 chip for just $1,199 at Best Buy (a $200 discount), or this MacBook Pro 16-inch with M3 Pro chip at Currys in the UK for £1,699 (a £250 price cut).

I'm scouring the web looking for all the latest MacBook Pro deals this holiday season, and as we ramp up into Black Friday, I'll be bringing you all the latest offers I find on the MacBook Pro models that you're looking for. If you're not sure which one that is, don't worry, I'll also be answering some frequently asked questions and offering advice on which MacBook Pro is right for your needs, backed by our reviews, test data, and more.

Deals picked by
John Loeffler
Deals picked by
John Loeffler

I've been covering Black Friday deals for TechRadar for nearly five years now, so I know where to look for the best MacBook Pro deals right now, not just on the big day itself. Until Black Friday, I'll be scouring the web to find the latest and best savings on the latest MacBook Pro models, as well as hidden gems from earlier generations, and bringing them right here to this page to make finding your next MacBook Pro easier than ever. And, as a MacBook Pro user myself, I'll be providing insight and advice to help you narrow down your search so you get the most value for your money.

Today's best MacBook Pro deals in the US

Apple MacBook Pro 14-inch (M3, 8GB, 512GB)
Apple MacBook Pro 14-inch (M3, 8GB, 512GB): was $1,399 now $1,199 at Best Buy

This entry-level spec for the MacBook Pro 14-inch features an Apple M3 chip, 8GB of unified memory, and 512GB SSD, which puts it slightly more powerful than a MacBook Air. That makes it a great option for those who want something more robust than an M3 MacBook Air, but don't need the higher-end specs that creative pros need. Apple doesn't offer many, if any, discounts on its site, so this $200 discount at Best Buy is as good as you're likely to find anywhere.

Apple MacBook Pro 14-inch (M3, 16GB, 1TB)
Apple MacBook Pro 14-inch (M3, 16GB, 1TB): was $1,699 now $1,499 at Best Buy

While the Apple M3 chip isn't as powerful as the M3 Pro or M3 Max, it's a fantastic chip that is more than powerful enough for most people, including prosumer users who are going to benefit more from the extra 8GB memory over the base configuration and double the SSD capacity, all for under $1,500 at Best Buy right now.

Apple MacBook Pro 14-inch (M3 Pro, 18GB, 512GB, Space Black)
Apple MacBook Pro 14-inch (M3 Pro, 18GB, 512GB, Space Black): was $1,999 now $1,599 at BHPhoto

If you need something more powerful than the entry-level spec for the MacBook Pro 14-inch, but you don't want to completely drain your bank account, this configuration is a great option. The M3 Pro chip is blazing fast and the 18GB memory is great for multitasking or working on large media files. Normally $2,000, you can get this configuration for just under $1600 at B&H Photo this Black Friday.

Apple MacBook Pro 16-inch (M3, 16GB, 512GB)
Apple MacBook Pro 16-inch (M3, 16GB, 512GB): was $1,999 now $1,499 at Best Buy

The 16-inch MacBook Pro is one of the most powerful laptops ever, and this configuration available on Best Buy right now is nearly 17% off thanks to this $400 discount. Powered by the Apple M3 Pro, 18GB memory, and a 512GB SSD, this is more than powerful enough for professional users of all types.

Apple MacBook Pro 14-inch (M2 Pro, 16GB, 1TB)
Apple MacBook Pro 14-inch (M2 Pro, 16GB, 1TB): was $2,499 now $1,649.95 at Best Buy

This last-last-gen MacBook Pro might be about two years old now, but thanks to the Apple M2 Pro chip, it's more than powerful enough for most pro users. And with 16GB memory and 1TB SSD, there's little you won't be able to tackle with this MacBook, so this incredible 34% discount on Amazon now for Black Friday makes this awesome laptop even better.

Apple MacBook Pro 16-inch (M3 Max, 48GB, 1TB)
Apple MacBook Pro 16-inch (M3 Max, 48GB, 1TB): was $3,999 now $3,239 at Amazon US

This 16-inch MacBook Pro is jam-packed with powerful hardware, including the M3 Max, a massive 48GB unified memory pool, and 1TB SSD storage. As such, it's normally a very expensive laptop (and it still is), but with this 19% discount at Amazon makes it at least somewhat more accessible.

Apple MacBook Pro 16-inch (M3 Max, 48GB, 1TB)
Apple MacBook Pro 16-inch (M3 Max, 48GB, 1TB): was $3,899 now $3,399 at Best Buy

If you're looking to do some really heavy-duty work, this MacBook Pro 16-inch on sale for $500 off at Best Buy is perfect. With the Apple M3 Max, 48GB memory, and 1TB SSD, there's little that this MacBook Pro won't be able to handle easily.

Today's best MacBook Pro deals in the UK

Apple MacBook Pro 14-inch (M3, 8GB, 512GB, Space Grey)
Apple MacBook Pro 14-inch (M3, 8GB, 512GB, Space Grey): was £1,570 now £1,299 at Currys

For those who need something more powerful than a MacBook Air, but you don't want to break the bank on an overpowered professional workstation, the MacBook Pro 14-inch with Apple M3, 8GB memory, and 512GB SSD is a perfect compromise, especially with this £271 discount from Currys.

Apple MacBook Pro 14-inch (M3, 8GB, 512GB, Silver)
Apple MacBook Pro 14-inch (M3, 8GB, 512GB, Silver): was £1,570 now £1,299 at Currys

If a MacBook Air isn't robust enough for you, but you don't want to spend a fortune on an overpowered laptop, the MacBook Pro 14-inch with Apple M3, 8GB memory, and 512GB SSD is a great option, and it's even better with a £271 price cut at Currys.

Apple MacBook Pro 14-inch (M3, 8GB, 512GB, Silver)
Apple MacBook Pro 14-inch (M3, 8GB, 512GB, Silver): was £1,570 now £1,299 at Currys

If a MacBook Air isn't robust enough for you, but you don't want to spend a fortune on an overpowered laptop, the MacBook Pro 14-inch with Apple M3, 8GB memory, and 512GB SSD is a great option, and it's even better with a £271 price cut at Currys.

Apple MacBook Pro 14-inch (M3 Pro, 18GB, 1TB)
Apple MacBook Pro 14-inch (M3 Pro, 18GB, 1TB): was £2,300 now £1,999 at Currys

If you need more storage than the entry-level storage option for the MacBook Pro 14-inch, this model on sale at Currys will give you an Apple M3 Pro chip, 18GB unified memory, and 1TB SSD for less than £2000, a rare thing to find on such a powerful laptop.

Apple MacBook Pro 16-inch (M3 Pro, 36GB, 512GB)
Apple MacBook Pro 16-inch (M3 Pro, 36GB, 512GB): was £2,799 now £2,399 at Currys

For professionals out there who need more multitasking performance or are used to working with large external files (video editors, I'm talking to you!), then this is a fantastic MacBook Pro deal at Currys. for £400 off, you'll get a powerful Apple M3 Pro chip, 36GB of unified memory, and 512GB SSD. The SSD is somewhat on the small side, so external storage is going to be a must, but for creatives, this is pretty standard, so you'll be able to get a powerful MacBook Pro for cheap this Black Friday.

Apple MacBook Pro 16-inch (M3 Max, 36GB, 1TB)
Apple MacBook Pro 16-inch (M3 Max, 36GB, 1TB): was £3,278 now £2,799 at Currys

If you don't want to compromise on performance when it comes to your next MacBook Pro, then this configuration on sale at Currys right now for nearly £500 off is perfect. With the M3 Max chip, 36GB unified memory, and 1TB SSD, there's no professional workload that this MacBook can't chew through.

Apple MacBook Pro 16-inch (M3 Max, 48GB, 1TB)
Apple MacBook Pro 16-inch (M3 Max, 48GB, 1TB): was £4,099 now £3,499 at Currys

If you're more concerned with performance than affordability, than this MacBook Pro is for you. With a powerful M3 Max chip, a whopping 48GB unified memory, and a 1TB SSD, you'll be able to plow through just about any workload with ease. While normally retailing for just over four grand, you can save a massive £600 with this Currys Black Friday deal.

Black Friday MacBook Pro deals: FAQ

When will the Black Friday MacBook Pro deals start?

While Black Friday isn't until November 29th this year, you can still find savings that could be as good as you'd find on the big day itself, as early Black Friday MacBook Pro deals are starting now.

This is often a great way to score a deal since it lets you get a new MacBook Pro at a great price well ahead of the holiday rush, so you can do some holiday shopping early.

Is Black Friday the best time to buy a MacBook Pro?

Black Friday is generally the best time to buy a new MacBook Pro. A recent report from Adobe Analytics shows that computer prices are about 24% cheaper during last year's peak Black Friday sales.

That doesn't mean that you can't get a good deal before then, but this is generally the kind of target discount you might want to look for if you do any pre-Black Friday shopping. If you see a discount in this ballpark, you shouldn't worry that you'll be missing out on bigger discounts later on.

Which MacBook Pro should I buy this Black Friday?

The specific model of MacBook Pro you buy this Black Friday will depend entirely on what kind of MacBook you need.

For those who want some extra performance than they'd get with a MacBook Air, the 13-inch MacBook Pro (M2, 2022) and the 14-inch MacBook Pro (M3) are both great MacBook Pro models that will give you an entry-level Pro experience at a much more accessible price point.

For those who need more performance than the entry-level models can provide, the 14-inch and 16-inch MacBook Pros with M2 Pro and M3 Pro ships are a good middle ground between high-end performance and mainstream pricing.

For those who want the very best performance, the M2 Max and M3 Max chips are what you'll be looking for, in either the 14-inch or 16-inch form factors. These MacBook Pro models can get some very big discounts on Black Friday (or earlier), but they are also very expensive to start with, so you'll still end up paying quite a bit for these MacBook Pro models, even with great discounts.

Of course, all of these points equally apply to the new M4 MacBook Pro models, though whether we'll see that many great discounts on these latest models remains to be seen, though definitely keep an eye out for them if what you're really looking for is tools and utilities that leverage AI, like Apple Intelligence or similar.

Why to trust TechRadar this Black Friday

We've been covering Black Friday for more than a decade here at TechRadar, and our team regularly ruffles through the metaphorical online bins for outstanding deals on great MacBooks. We know what kind of discounts you can expect to see come Black Friday, and we love sharing our latest finds with you.

The TechRadar computing team especially has decades of collective experience that we're leveraging to not only help you find the right sales but also to help tailor your search based on your needs and budget so you don't overspend on a MacBook Pro that is more powerful than you need. We've extensively tested and reviewed all of the latest MacBook Pro models, and we're leveraging all that experience to help you get the right model for you.

John Loeffler
Components Editor

John (He/Him) is the Components Editor here at TechRadar and he is also a programmer, gamer, activist, and Brooklyn College alum currently living in Brooklyn, NY. 

Named by the CTA as a CES 2020 Media Trailblazer for his science and technology reporting, John specializes in all areas of computer science, including industry news, hardware reviews, PC gaming, as well as general science writing and the social impact of the tech industry.

You can find him online on Threads @johnloeffler.

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