Apple is developing an updated MacBook Neo equipped with the new A19 Pro chip, replacing the current A18 Pro. The RAM will increase from 8GB to 12GB in the new model. The A19 Pro chip offers a 10-15% boost in both single-core and multi-core CPU performance, along with up to 40% better GPU performance compared to the A18 Pro [1, 2, 3].
The refreshed MacBook Neo will also come in new colors, and Apple may discontinue the base 256GB storage option, which could lead to a higher starting price [1, 3]. The company recently raised prices on nearly all Mac devices in June 2025 and supply constraints may push costs higher again with these upgrades [1, 3].
Beyond the MacBook Neo refresh, Apple plans a broad Mac lineup upgrade spanning fall 2026 through 2027. This includes new MacBook Pro, iMac, MacBook Air, Mac Mini, and Mac Studio models [4, 3]. The lineup refresh will begin with the launch of an updated 14-inch MacBook Pro powered by the new M6 chip in fall 2026 [4, 3].
Apple is also working on new iMac models featuring OLED displays, expected within the next year or two [1, 4, 3]. The company aims to gradually add OLED screens across the Mac lineup, starting with newer iPad Minis, then MacBook Pros, and MacBook Air models by 2028, eventually extending to iMacs [1, 3].
A redesigned base 14-inch MacBook Pro featuring the M7 chip is planned for 2027, along with refreshed versions of the 13-inch and 15-inch MacBook Air powered by the M6 chip [1, 3]. New Mac Mini and Mac Studio models with M5 Pro, M6, M5 Max, and M5 Ultra chips are also expected in 2027 or later [3].
According to the timeline, the fall 2026 cycle will roll out the updated entry-level 14-inch MacBook Pro and the MacBook Neo with the A19 Pro chip and increased RAM [4, 3]. OLED MacBook Pro and MacBook Ultra models featuring M5 Pro and M5 Max chips and OLED touchscreens should arrive between late 2026 and early 2027 [1, 3]. The 2027 calendar will see the new M7-based MacBook Pro and MacBook Air refreshes, while OLED MacBook Air models will appear in 2028 [1, 3].
The initial rollout starting this fall will set the tone for Apple’s multi-year Mac upgrade plan.
