: Eligible for AppleCare+ and includes a standard 1-year warranty. 3. Education Pricing & Seasonal Sales

Cheapest way to get a Retina screen, though performance is much lower than M-series chips. Education Discounts on Apple® products - TouchNet

Third-party marketplaces often offer deeper discounts than Apple’s own refurbished store.

The cheapest way to buy a MacBook Pro with a Retina (or Liquid Retina XDR) display is generally to purchase a from a reputable third-party retailer, which can save you between 25% and 40% off the original retail price.

If you want a "like-new" experience with the most security, the store is the premier choice. Savings : Usually around 15% off the original price.

: A dedicated electronics marketplace where prices vary by the seller's condition grade ("Fair" to "Excellent"), typically saving you 20–35% .

: Specializes in older, pre-M1 models (like the original Intel Retina Pros), with savings sometimes reaching 50% . 2. Apple Certified Refurbished

: Includes a brand-new outer shell, new battery, and original Apple accessories.