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Was I Wrong About the Macbook Neo?

Linus Tech Tips@LinusTechTips2.4M viewsApr 23, 202618:11
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Go to shortlinus.com for all your case, screen protector, and overpriced sticker needs. The MacBook Neo offers some pretty compelling value. We found a few laptops from current or last-gen around the same price to find out what you're really spending your money on at the $600 price point. Discuss on the forum: linustechtips.com

Check out the Apple Macbook Neo: geni.us Dell 16: prsm2.com Acer Aspire Premium 15.6": geni.us Lenovo Flex 5i Chromebook Plus: geni.us

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The video opens by positioning the MacBook Neo as a challenger to budget laptops around $600, with the host acknowledging Apple’s strong points like build quality, display, keyboard, and trackpad, while setting up a comparison against three non-Apple laptops in the same price range. The first segment introduces the contenders: Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5i Chromebook, Acer Aspire Premium 15.6

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Questions answered

What won the overall comparison in the video, and why?
The MacBook Neo won overall with three gold stars, primarily for its premium feel, idle power efficiency, and balanced performance for the price, despite competition from the Dell 16 and Acer Aspire in other categories.
Which laptop stood out for durability and input quality?
The Dell 16 earned a silver star for its IO versatility and stronger chassis feel, while the MacBook Neo received a gold star for its touch and overall premium construction, even though its input surfaces are not flawless.