- MacBook Neo 2 is reportedly expected in the first half of 2027, according to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman.
- The device could reportedly feature an A19 Pro processor and a base memory bump from 8GB to 12GB.
- Pricing is said to potentially rise from the original $599 launch price, with new color options also rumored.
Disclaimer: All information in this article is based on leaks, rumors, and unverified sources. Details may change before official announcement. Do not make purchasing decisions based on leaked information.
Apple's cheapest MacBook might not wait long for a follow up. A new report points to the MacBook Neo 2 landing in the first half of 2027, with a faster chip and more memory on the cards.
About This Leak: MacBook Neo 2 Rumor Source
Gizmochina cites Bloomberg's Mark Gurman for the first half of 2027 window, in a report that surfaced on October 27, 2026. Gurman's got one of the best track records on Apple's roadmap, so his timeline carries weight. And yet it's still a leak, Apple hasn't confirmed a thing.
MacBook Neo 2 Launch Window Leak
The tipped window is the first six months of 2027. That would put it about a year after the original MacBook Neo launched in March 2026. So Apple could be settling into a yearly cadence for its entry level laptop.
Gizmochina citing Gurman says supply chain pressure on RAM and storage could nudge that timing around, but right now first half 2027 is the firmest guidance out there. In that same stretch Apple is also tipped to refresh the MacBook Air with the M6 chip, while an OLED upgrade for the Air is said to sit farther out.
MacBook Neo 2 Leaked Specs Rumor
Performance and memory look like the headline changes.
A19 Pro Chip and Memory Upgrade
Gizmochina says the Neo 2 could move to the A19 Pro processor, up from the A18 Pro in the current model. Base memory is tipped to jump from 8GB to 12GB. That lines up with chatter from July 2026 that also pointed to the A19 Pro and extra RAM for the Neo 2.
| Feature | Leaked/Rumored Detail | Source | Confidence |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | A19 Pro chip | Gizmochina citing Bloomberg's Mark Gurman | Medium |
| Base RAM | 12GB (up from 8GB) | Gizmochina citing Bloomberg's Mark Gurman | Medium |
| Launch Window | First half of 2027 | Gizmochina citing Bloomberg's Mark Gurman | Medium |
| Touchscreen | Unlikely for this model | Gizmochina citing Bloomberg's Mark Gurman | Medium |
Note: Confidence reflects source reliability and corroboration. Medium indicates a single reputable leaker without official confirmation.
MacBook Neo 2 Design and Price Rumor
Colors and Touchscreen Expectations
New colors are tipped beyond the current Silver, Blush, Citrus, and Indigo on the original Neo. Don't expect a touchscreen here though. The report says that's unlikely for this model, even as Apple is tipped to show its first touchscreen OLED MacBook Pro models on October 28 with design changes beyond the current look.
Expected Pricing
Price is said to probably climb from the original $599 starting point. The original Neo later moved to $699 after Apple raised Mac prices in June 2026 due to a global memory shortage. The Neo 2 is still expected to be one of the better value picks in Apple's Mac lineup, but no exact new price has leaked.
| Feature | Previous Model | Upcoming Model - Rumored |
|---|---|---|
| Launch Price | $599 (later $699 after June 2026 hike) | Reportedly higher than $599/$699, exact figure not leaked |
| Processor | A18 Pro | A19 Pro (rumored) |
| Base Memory | 8GB | 12GB (rumored) |
| Colors | Silver, Blush, Citrus, Indigo | New colors expected in addition (rumored) |
MacBook Neo 2 India Launch and Price Expectations
No India price or launch date has leaked yet.
The Bigger Picture
If Gurman's window holds, Apple isn't treating the Neo as a one off experiment. It's building a proper yearly value MacBook, and bumping it to 12GB would fix the cheapest Mac's biggest compromise. The real test is whether Apple can keep that $599 spirit alive when memory prices won't cooperate.
Source: this story was first reported by gizmochina.com.
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