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Apple MacBook Air (13-Inch Retina Display, 1.6GHz Dual-Core Intel Core i5, 256GB) - Space Gray
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GOLDBrand | Apple |
Model Name | MacBook Air |
Screen Size | 13.3 Inches |
Color | Space Gray |
Hard Disk Size | 256 GB |
CPU Model | 1.2GHz Cortex A8 Processor |
Ram Memory Installed Size | 8 GB |
Operating System | Mac OS |
Special Feature | Stereo Speakers |
Graphics Card Description | Intel UHD Graphics 617 |
About this item
- Stunning 13.3-Inch Retina Display
- Touch ID and the latest Apple-designed keyboard and force touch trackpad
- Dual-core 8th-Generation Intel Core i5 Processor with Intel UHD Graphics 616
- Fast SSD Storage and 8GB memory
- Stereo speakers with wider Stereo sound
- Two Thunderbolt 3 (USB-C) ports
- Up to 12 hours of battery life
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Price | From: - | From: - | From: - |
Ratings | 4.6 out of 5 stars (1,250) | 4.7 out of 5 stars (2,589) | 4.7 out of 5 stars (1,767) |
Display | 13-inch Retina Display | 13-inch Retina Display with True Tone | 13-inch Retina Display with True Tone |
Processor | 1.6GHz dual-core 8th-generation Intel Core i5 processor with Turbo Boost up to 3.6GHz | 1.6GHz dual-core 8th-generation Intel Core i5 processor | 1.4GHz quad-core Intel Core i5 with Turbo Boost up to 3.9GHz |
Battery | Up to 12 hours wireless web | Up to 12 hours wireless web | Up to 10 hours wireless web |
Touch Bar/ID | Touch ID | Touch ID | Touch Bar and Touch ID |
Storage | 128GB or 256GB SSD | 128GB or 256GB SSD | 128GB or 256GB SSD |
Weight | 2.75 pounds (1.25 kg) | 2.75 pounds (1.25 kg) | 3.02 pounds (1.37 kg) |
Technical Details
Apple MacBook Air 13-inch with Retina display
Display |
13.3-inch (diagonal) LED-backlit Retina display with IPS technology; 2560-by-1600 native resolution at 227 pixels per inch with support for millions of colors, 16:10 aspect ratio |
Processor |
1.6GHz dual-core Intel Core i5, Turbo Boost up to 3.6GHz, with 4MB L3 cache |
Graphics and Video Support |
Intel UHD Graphics 617, Support for Thunderbolt 3–enabled external graphics processors (eGPUs) |
Charging and Expansion |
Two Thunderbolt 3 (USB-C) ports with support for:, Charging, DisplayPort, Thunderbolt (up to 40 Gbps), USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (up to 10 Gbps) |
Wireless |
802.11ac Wi-Fi wireless networking; IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n compatible. Bluetooth 4.2 wireless technology |
In the Box |
13-inch MacBook Air, 30W USB-C Power Adapter, USB-C Charge Cable (2 m) |
Height |
0.16–0.61 inch (0.41–1.56 cm) |
Width |
11.97 inches (30.41 cm) |
Depth |
8.36 inches (21.24 cm) |
Weight |
2.75 pounds (1.25 kg) |
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Customers like the quality, performance, appearance and portability of the laptop. For example, they mention it's well built, works quickly and the screen is great. Some appreciate the battery life, ease of use, and size. That said, opinions are mixed on the value.
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Customers like the quality of the laptop. They say it's beautifully made, has a great screen quality, and is well built. Some customers also mention that it'll last a long time. Overall, customers are happy with their purchase and recommend it to others.
"...Though it's bigger than the Chromebook, the Mac is much sleeker and lighter. Really easy to transport and it powers up super fast...." Read more
"...Very sleek, modern, and well built. Great screen, however, I do keep the brightness level most times at or near the maximum...." Read more
"...It’s lightweight and thin construction makes it easy to be your travel companion. I have come to like the upgraded, low profile keypad...." Read more
"...But all in all, a great laptop, very safe bet if you were to consider buying, but wish it was more innovative in certain aspects...." Read more
Customers like the performance of the notebook computer. They mention that it works quickly, feels about 3x faster than the old machine, and has a sharper screen. The processor speed with photo or video editing is good, and it's fast enough to go back and forth apps. The typing is faster and accurate, and the battery lasts forever. It also has s fast boot up time of less than 1 minute.
"...if you're like me, a college student who wants something reliable and fast and albeit, a beautiful product, then go for this...." Read more
"...Track pad is large and also responsive to clicks and gestures. Force Touch does an incredible job of simulating a button press...." Read more
"...Aside from that, it is an impressive laptop. Fast boot up (less than 1 minute) even after installing programs and apps...." Read more
"...But for me and my mix of productivity task, it works at lightning speed and a good upgrade over the Intel Pentium models I used beforehand...." Read more
Customers like the appearance of the laptop. They say it looks really nice, has a vibrant and sharp display, and the colors look vivid. Customers also appreciate the metallic look and the screen is vibrant and crisp.
"...student who wants something reliable and fast and albeit, a beautiful product, then go for this...." Read more
"...Very sleek, modern, and well built. Great screen, however, I do keep the brightness level most times at or near the maximum...." Read more
"...That’s partly due to the ssd and new quad core i5. The Retina screen is vibrant and sharp, but perhaps a little darker than I prefer...." Read more
"...Other than that, it’s very reliable, lasting, stylish, and overall a great buy for an upgrade or a new selection!..." Read more
Customers like the portability of the notebook computer. They say it is very light, thin, and easy to travel with. Customers also appreciate the light keys and the ease of use.
"...Though it's bigger than the Chromebook, the Mac is much sleeker and lighter. Really easy to transport and it powers up super fast...." Read more
"...is quite good, and combined with its size and weight, provides substantial portability...." Read more
"...It’s lightweight and thin construction makes it easy to be your travel companion. I have come to like the upgraded, low profile keypad...." Read more
"...ID is useful in many ways like Apple Pay/signing in, the laptop is fairly light, keyboard is awesome (it does have a click sound when you type), the..." Read more
Customers like the battery life of the notebook computer. They mention that it has incredible battery life, with low battery consumption, and a great amount of battery capacity.
"...Battery life is great, well, at least to me compared to what I had going with the Chromebook, which was only capable of holding a charge for three..." Read more
"...Battery is quite good, and combined with its size and weight, provides substantial portability...." Read more
"Pros: great lasting battery life & charges quickly , great screen quality for any kind of content , the screen is amazing, Touch ID is useful in..." Read more
"...Ableton and it's worked quite well, the only issues I've had is battery life and slow boot speeds but once I'm getting going it runs just fine." Read more
Customers find the notebook computer easy to use. They mention it's clear, easy to set up, and easy to connect. Customers also say it provides an excellent user experience, is convenient for work, travel, and the typing pad is easy to conquer. They say it handles multitasking with ease and makes editing videos easy and fast.
"...Overall, the MacBook Air provides an excellent user experience for all the reasons listed above...." Read more
"...This MacBook Air handles multitasking with ease for the average user, and 256gb SSD is more than adequate for us, and I can see 128gb as being..." Read more
"...MacOS, while different and foreign for a Windows user, is actually very intuitive once you get used to it..." Read more
"...Highly recommended to people who want a basic but high-quality laptop that can last a long time...." Read more
Customers like the size of the laptop. They mention that it's the perfect size to fit in their purse, and it'll fit in school. The screen doesn't feel as small as they expected, and the track pad is large and responsive to clicks and gestures. The keys are generous, with just enough travel and click to keep you typing. The laptop is compact and streamlined, but functions well.
"...Touch ID is great - quick and responsive. Track pad is large and also responsive to clicks and gestures...." Read more
"...I have come to like the upgraded, low profile keypad. The size of the keys is generous with just enough travel and “click” to keep you typing..." Read more
"...Quality is obvious and add ons are inexpensive. The 13 inch screen seems small, but the retina aspect means clarity...." Read more
"...The battery lasts forever. The screen doesn't feel as small as I thought 13 would feel coming from a 15...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the value of the notebook computer. Some mention that it's worth the price, and the keys are worth the money of entry. However, others say that it’s too pricey for its performance, and heavy. Some say that the experience was underwhelming, and that the display is nice, but it'd be better suited for gaming.
"...that, it’s very reliable, lasting, stylish, and overall a great buy for an upgrade or a new selection!..." Read more
"...This laptop is expensive, sure, but there's definitely a reason for why that is...." Read more
"...It is a decent computer for the price, a very elegant one to show off, have a great amount of battery capacity for long hours of work, the Retina..." Read more
"...My husband is happy with the performance but this Macbook Air was very expensive compared to other Macbook Airs...." Read more
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And just a quick FYI, make sure you've checked that the software is updated or else you'll have trouble downloading your apps. I had that problem when I first got it but the situation was quickly rectified once I figured out that the software was out of date. I've had no issues since. Just wanted to let you know in case that happens to you during the initial set-up.
And one more quick note: Keep checking back on the listings for the Macbook Air because it fluctuates sometimes between the full price and the sale price of $999.99 (at least, that was the lowest I saw it). Unfortunately, I couldn't get to the sale price in time and purchased it at the price it's listed at now ($1,109.99) but you might be lucky enough to do so! (:
Note: Reviews on the machine (YouTube videos, primarily) mostly do not give it it's proper justice. Many reviewers tend to forget most potential high-end laptop buyers are savvy enough to know what they are buying, and know the difference between an Air and a Pro and their specific needs as end users. However, so many of the reviews cite the MacBook Air's efficacy at high definition video editing and gaming as performance benchmarks (most knowledgeable potential MacBook buyers would consider the Pro for intensive tasks) and gloss over things like workmanship, user experience, resale value, etc.
The initial dislike is it only has 2 usb C Thunderbolt ports, and as one must be available for charging, you are left with just one for dedicated added peripherals. And, you will will need adapters to use former usb, sd, or hdmi products. However, those adapters are minor in cost. But usb “c” seems to be the wave of the future by most computer manufacturers, so, oh well.
Aside from that, it is an impressive laptop. Fast boot up (less than 1 minute) even after installing programs and apps. That’s partly due to the ssd and new quad core i5. The Retina screen is vibrant and sharp, but perhaps a little darker than I prefer. However, this is overcome by bumping up the brightness a little in settings, which may affect battery time a little. It’s lightweight and thin construction makes it easy to be your travel companion. I have come to like the upgraded, low profile keypad. The size of the keys is generous with just enough travel and “click” to keep you typing confidently. The trackpad is also smooth and responsive with, again, just a enough “click”. I chose not to use the fingerprint ID but use a password instead as there are multiple users in our household. But other reviewers indicate the fingerprint ID works wonderfully. This MacBook Air handles multitasking with ease for the average user, and 256gb SSD is more than adequate for us, and I can see 128gb as being subpar for even the most light user. The last thing to consider is build quality. Apple prides itself on this, and it shows. And looking down the road, a Mac is always sought after and holds a high value. Win-Win.
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So far just not too easy to open.
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