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Apple MacBook Neo 13″ — A18 Pro
A18 Pro · 6-core8GB unified256GB SSDFanless & silent
The Apple MacBook Neo 13-inch (Z1TU-US01) is the entry model of Apple’s most affordable macOS laptop, pairing the A18 Pro chip with 8GB of unified memory and a 256GB SSD for students, everyday users and anyone who wants a light, silent Mac. This unit, part number Z1TU-US01, ships with the US (ANSI) keyboard layout and a colour-matched Blush finish. At just 1.23 kg with a completely fanless design, it stays cool and quiet while delivering up to 16 hours of battery life. Typically in stock with fast delivery across Cyprus.
Good to know: This 256GB model uses the standard Magic Keyboard with a lock button — no Touch ID (Touch ID is only on the 512GB MacBook Neo). It ships with the US English (ANSI), non-backlit keyboard. In the box: MacBook Neo + USB-C Charge Cable (1.5 m); the 20W USB-C power adapter is sold separately.
Best For
✓ Students, coursework and note-taking
✓ Everyday web, email and office apps
✓ Travel and commuting — 1.23 kg, fanless
✓ Apple Intelligence and on-device AI
✓ First-time switchers to Mac
✓ Cloud-first users who store files in iCloud
Key Features
A18 Pro performance
The Apple A18 Pro chip combines a 6-core CPU (2 performance + 4 efficiency cores), a 5-core GPU with hardware ray tracing and a 16-core Neural Engine — fast, responsive and built for Apple Intelligence.
Liquid Retina display
A 13.0″ LED-backlit IPS panel with 2408×1506 resolution (219 ppi), 500 nits brightness and support for one billion colours in the sRGB gamut.
All-day and silent
Up to 16 hours of video streaming and 11 hours of wireless web from the 36.5Wh battery, in a fanless aluminium body weighing just 1.23 kg.
Connectivity & camera
Two USB-C ports, a 3.5 mm headphone jack, Wi-Fi 6E and Bluetooth 6, plus a 1080p FaceTime HD camera. Unlock is by password (no built-in Touch ID on this model).
Technical Specifications
| Identification |
| Part Number |
Z1TU-US01 |
| EAN / GTIN |
Not assigned (configure-to-order) |
| MPN |
Z1TU-US01 (base model MHFH4) |
| Processor |
| Chip |
Apple A18 Pro |
| CPU |
6-core (2 performance + 4 efficiency) |
| GPU |
5-core, hardware-accelerated ray tracing |
| Neural Engine |
16-core |
| Memory bandwidth |
60GB/s |
| Memory & Storage |
| Memory |
8GB unified (fixed, not upgradeable) |
| Storage |
256GB SSD |
| Display |
| Panel |
13.0″ Liquid Retina, LED-backlit IPS |
| Resolution |
2408×1506 at 219 ppi |
| Brightness |
500 nits |
| Colour |
1 billion colours — sRGB standard gamut (not wide-gamut P3) |
| Connectivity |
| USB-C port 1 |
USB 3 — up to 10Gb/s, DisplayPort, charging |
| USB-C port 2 |
USB 2 — up to 480Mb/s, charging |
| Audio jack |
3.5 mm headphone jack |
| External display |
One display up to 4K at 60Hz (DisplayPort 1.4) |
| Wireless |
Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax) — adds the faster 6GHz band; Bluetooth 6 |
| Keyboard & Camera |
| Keyboard |
Magic Keyboard, US (ANSI) layout — non-backlit; 78 keys + 12 function keys |
| Touch ID |
Not included — standard lock button (Touch ID only on the 512GB model) |
| Trackpad |
Multi-Touch |
| Camera |
1080p FaceTime HD |
| Power & General |
| Battery |
36.5Wh Li-ion — up to 16h video / 11h web |
| Charging |
Over USB-C; 20W USB-C adapter (sold separately) |
| Operating system |
macOS with Apple Intelligence |
| Build |
Aluminium, 60% recycled content; ENERGY STAR certified |
| Dimensions |
29.75 × 20.64 × 1.27 cm |
| Weight |
1.23 kg |
| Colour |
Blush |
Frequently Asked Questions
Does the MacBook Neo work with my USB-C accessories and an external monitor?
Yes. It has two USB-C ports — one USB 3 port (up to 10Gb/s) with DisplayPort can drive a single external display up to 4K at 60Hz. Older USB-A, HDMI or Ethernet gear works through a USB-C adapter or hub.
Does this MacBook Neo have Touch ID?
No. The 256GB MacBook Neo uses a standard Magic Keyboard with a lock button instead of a fingerprint sensor, so you unlock with your password. Touch ID is only built into the 512GB MacBook Neo. If you need it, you can pair an external Bluetooth or USB Touch ID Magic Keyboard.
Is the MacBook Neo suitable for students and everyday work?
Yes. The A18 Pro chip and 8GB unified memory handle web, office apps, notes, photos, light creative work and Apple Intelligence smoothly, with up to 16 hours of battery in a 1.23 kg fanless body. Both the 8GB memory and 256GB storage are fixed, so it suits cloud-first, mainstream use rather than heavy multitasking.
What should I know before buying this Z1TU-US01?
It ships with the US (ANSI), non-backlit keyboard, a Blush finish, 8GB memory and 256GB storage (both fixed) and no Touch ID. The box includes the USB-C charge cable; the 20W USB-C power adapter is sold separately. It charges and connects over USB-C.
Singular Expert Insight
This 256GB Neo (Z1TU-US01) is the most affordable way into genuine macOS and Apple Intelligence, ideal if you keep most files in iCloud and are happy unlocking with a password. If you want Touch ID and double the local space, the 512GB MacBook Neo (MHFJ4 / Z1TV-US01) adds both for a small step up. For heavier multitasking, pro apps or large media libraries, a MacBook Air with M-series silicon and more memory is the better long-term choice. Because the 256GB storage is fixed, many buyers pair this model with a fast portable
external SSD for extra space.
Buyer’s Guide
Buy it if
You want the cheapest route into macOS and Apple Intelligence, value a silent 1.23 kg laptop with up to 16h battery, keep files in iCloud, and are fine with a US keyboard and password login.
Skip it if
You want built-in Touch ID (choose the 512GB model), need more than 8GB memory or 256GB storage, run pro workloads, or require an EU/Greek (ISO) keyboard.
Also consider
The 512GB MacBook Neo (MHFJ4) for Touch ID and double storage, or a MacBook Air (M-series) for more memory, a brighter display and stronger graphics.