Old Intel MacBooks aren’t very fashionable these days, but they can do one thing that the latest Apple silicon machines cannot: run Windows natively.
If you’re looking for an older Mac to run Windows, or to use as a media server or a Chromebook substitute, consider this MacBook Pro from 2011. This machine ain’t gonna break speed records, but it is good for running Windows in Boot Camp.
For a limited time, you can get a refurbished MacBook Pro with a protective case for only $299, with no coupon necessary.
Refurbished MacBook Pro runs Windows, Linux or Chrome OS Flex
Featuring a 13.3-inch screen with 1280×800 resolution, this MacBook Pro from 2011 features 4GB RAM and 500GB of storage, along with an Intel Core i5 processor.
It won’t run macOS Ventura, or the upcoming macOS Sonoma, but it can handle Windows in Boot Camp (You can pick up Windows 10 for as little as $13 here.)
Or, this refurbished MacBook Pro can easily be converted into a Linux laptop or set up to run Chrome OS Flex. Chromebooks are popular in schools, and this Apple laptop could be a good machine to give a kid or teenager so they can use the same system they’re using in class. It’s also good for running a media server like Plex, or as a general network-attached storage device, aka NAS.
This MacBook Pro comes with two USB ports and weighs less than 5 pounds. It boasts seven hours of battery life on a full charge, along with Bluetooth and Wi-Fi connectivity.
It carries a refurbishment rating of “B,” which means it may present some light exterior scuffing or scratches.
Get an Apple laptop at a low price
Take advantage of this limited-time offer by picking up a refurbished MacBook Pro, featuring a 13.3-inch screen, 500GB of storage and a protective case, for only $299.99.
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