# Apple reported $8.4 billion in Mac revenue in the second quarter.

*business · news · 2026-04-30 · TechCrunch*

## Key points

- Apple's Mac revenue reached $8.4 billion, surpassing Wall Street expectations significantly.
- Mac sales grew 6% year-over-year, defying predictions of flat performance for the segment.
- Apple attributed Mac sales growth to increased demand for local AI workloads on Mac mini and Studio.
- The new MacBook Neo helped attract a record number of first-time Mac customers, straining inventory.
- Enterprise clients, including Perplexity and Kansas City Public Schools, are shifting to Macs for AI use.

**Companies:** Apple, Perplexity
**Countries:** China, United States

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