We benchmarked the MacBook Neo vs budget Windows laptops — here's the truth

We benchmarked the MacBook Neo vs budget Windows laptops — here's the truth

The MacBook Neo is a fantastic value at $599, but how does it stack up against similarly priced Windows laptops? Here's what our lab tests have to say.

How is the MacBook Neo different?

A thinner price tag, a phone‑class chip, and a friendlier teardown Apple’s newest low‑cost laptop takes an unusual tack for the company: it pairs a phone‑line system‑on‑chip with a very consumer‑friendly price and an internal design that’s easier to repair. Early benchmark runs show the device’s…