Get a MacBook Pro for $279.97, down from $1,499, until October 12.
Price: $279.97 (reg. $1,499)
Sale ends October 12
Features a 3.1GHz Intel Core i5
Lightweight at 3.02 pounds
13.3-inch Retina display
512GB storage available
10-hour battery life
Grade A refurbished condition
A Grade A refurbished 2017 13-inch MacBook Pro with Touch Bar is available for $279.97, down from its original $1,499 price. This one-year Apple-certified warranty unit ships with minimal signs of use. Sale ends November 2, 2025, or while supplies last.
Technical Specifications
Feature
Details
Processor
3.1 GHz dual-core Intel Core i5; Turbo Boost up to 3.5 GHz; 64 MB eDRAM
Memory
8 GB of 2133 MHz LPDDR3 onboard memory
Storage
512 GB PCIe-based SSD
Display
13.3-inch Retina; 2560×1600 resolution; 500 nits brightness; Wide P3 color
Graphics
Intel Iris Plus Graphics 650
Battery Life
Up to 10 hours wireless web usage
Weight
3.02 pounds (1.37 kg); thickness 0.59 inch
Ports and Expansion
Four Thunderbolt 3 (USB-C): charging, DisplayPort, USB 3.1 Gen 2, Thunderbolt (40 Gbps)
Keyboard and Trackpad
Backlit butterfly keyboard; Touch Bar with Touch ID; Force Touch trackpad
Wireless
802.11ac Wi-Fi; Bluetooth 4.2
Camera and Audio
720p FaceTime HD camera; stereo speakers; dual microphones
Performance and Use Cases
The dual-core Core i5 and Turbo Boost handle everyday tasks, video calls, and light photo editing with ease. The Iris Plus 650 performs basic graphics work but is not designed for modern AAA gaming or 3D rendering.[1][2]
Condition Grade Explained
Grade A refurbishment indicates devices in excellent cosmetic and functional condition, with only minor marks visible under close inspection. All components undergo full testing to meet original specifications.[3][4][5]
Savings and Value
Discount: 81 percent off original MSRP; over $1,200 in savings.
Warranty: One-year Apple certification warranty and 14-day return policy.
How to Purchase
Visit the Mashable Deals page before November 2, 2025.[6]
Click Purchase and complete checkout.
Verify warranty and return details at confirmation.
Note: Availability and price subject to change without notice.
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