Apple - MacBook Air 15-inch Laptop - Apple M3 chip Built for Apple Intelligence - 16GB Memory - 256GB SSD - Starlight

Name: Apple - MacBook Air 15-inch Laptop - Apple M3 chip Built for Apple Intelligence - 16GB Memory - 256GB SSD - Starlight
Brand: Apple
SKU: 6602775
Price: 901.99 USD
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Rating: 4.9 (749 reviews)

Model: MC9F4LL/A

SKU: 6602775

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Key Specs
- Screen Size: 15 inches (Size of the screen, measured diagonally from corner to corner.)
- Screen Resolution: 2880 x 1864 (Retina) (Screens come in a range of resolutions (measured in pixels, horizontal x vertical). The higher the resolution, the greater the picture quality.)
- Touch Screen: false (Touch-screen devices make navigating more intuitive. Using a touch-screen display, you can do things such as tap to select, hold and drag to move items, swipe to scroll, and pinch to zoom.)
- Processor Model: Apple M3 (Your computer's processor is like its brain. Working in combination with system memory, the power of the processor determines the complexity of software you can run, how many programs you can have open at the same time, and how fast those programs will run. Most computers feature an AMD, Intel or Snapdragon processor.)
- Storage Type: SSD
- Total Storage Capacity: 256 gigabytes
- System Memory (RAM): 16 gigabytes (Random-access memory (RAM) is a computing device's short-term data storage, which allows active information to be accessed quickly. The size and type of RAM determines how efficiently the device can handle large amounts of information at one time. For example, gaming or video editing requires more RAM for optimal performance.)
- Graphics: Apple M3 10-core (Often referred to as a "graphics processing unit" (GPU), this device is responsible for displaying image content and decoding/encoding video content in programs and games.)
- Display Connector(s): 2 x Thunderbolt (The number and type of connectors used to connect to an external display.)
- Battery Chemistry: Lithium-ion
- Backlit Keyboard: true (Integrated lights allow for visibility of the keys in low-light conditions.)
General
- Brand: Apple
- Model Number: MC9F4LL/A
- Product Name: MacBook Air 15-inch Laptop - Apple M3 chip Built for Apple Intelligence - 16GB Memory - 256GB SSD
- Color: Starlight
- Year of Release: 2024
Display
- Display Type: LED
- Screen Size: 15 inches (Size of the screen, measured diagonally from corner to corner.)
- Screen Resolution: 2880 x 1864 (Retina) (Screens come in a range of resolutions (measured in pixels, horizontal x vertical). The higher the resolution, the greater the picture quality.)
- Touch Screen: false (Touch-screen devices make navigating more intuitive. Using a touch-screen display, you can do things such as tap to select, hold and drag to move items, swipe to scroll, and pinch to zoom.)
Processor
- Processor Brand: Apple
- Processor Model: Apple M3 (Your computer's processor is like its brain. Working in combination with system memory, the power of the processor determines the complexity of software you can run, how many programs you can have open at the same time, and how fast those programs will run. Most computers feature an AMD, Intel or Snapdragon processor.)
- Processor Model Number: Apple M3
- Number of CPU Cores: 8-core (A core, or "brain" of a CPU, allows it to receive and execute instructions. Each core can work independently or together to perform parallel operations.)
Storage
- Storage Type: SSD
- Total Storage Capacity: 256 gigabytes
- Solid State Drive Capacity: 256 gigabytes (The amount of data that can be stored on the device's solid state drive (SSD). SSD is a flash-based storage with faster speeds than a hard disk drive (HDD).)
Memory
- System Memory (RAM): 16 gigabytes (Random-access memory (RAM) is a computing device's short-term data storage, which allows active information to be accessed quickly. The size and type of RAM determines how efficiently the device can handle large amounts of information at one time. For example, gaming or video editing requires more RAM for optimal performance.)
- Type of Memory (RAM): Not provided (Each type of RAM delivers a different level of speed, bandwidth, energy efficiency and performance.)
Graphics
- Graphics Type: Integrated (Dedicated graphics uses a separate graphics card for processing video images. Because it does not use memory from the system's RAM, there is no extra burden on the CPU and graphics are processed more efficiently. Integrated graphics shares system RAM to process video images.)
- GPU Brand: Apple
- Graphics: Apple M3 10-core (Often referred to as a "graphics processing unit" (GPU), this device is responsible for displaying image content and decoding/encoding video content in programs and games.)
Compatibility
- Operating System: macOS Sequoia 15.1 (The operating system manages all software and hardware, including files, memory and connected devices. Most importantly, it lets you interact with your device and your programs in a visual way; otherwise, you'd be typing computer code to get anything done.)
Connectivity
- Display Connector(s): 2 x Thunderbolt (The number and type of connectors used to connect to an external display.)
- Number of Thunderbolt Ports (Total): 2
- USB Ports: 2 x USB-C 4 (The number and type of USB ports the product has.)
- Number of USB Ports (Total): 2
- Wireless Connectivity: Bluetooth, Wi-Fi (The manner in which a device sends data to another device over a short distance without the use of wires or cables.)
Power
- Battery Cells: 6-cell
- Battery Chemistry: Lithium-ion
Camera
- Front-Facing Camera: true
Features
- Backlit Keyboard: true (Integrated lights allow for visibility of the keys in low-light conditions.)
Dimensions
- Product Height: 0.45 inches (The out of box height of the item. Height is measured as the vertical distance from the bottom of the item to the top as it would be primarily used or placed.)
- Product Width: 13.4 inches (The out of box width of the item. Width is measured as the horizontal distance from one side of the item to the other as it would be primarily used or placed.)
- Product Depth: 9.35 inches (The out of box depth of the item. Depth is measured as the distance from the front of the item to the back as it would be primarily used or placed.)
- Product Weight: 3.33 pounds (The out of box weight of the item.)
Certifications Listings & Approvals
- ENERGY STAR Certified: true (Devices carrying the ENERGY STAR service mark, such as computer products and peripherals, kitchen appliances, and other products, generally use 20% to 30% less energy than required by federal standards.)
- EPEAT Qualified: true (The Electronic Product Environmental Assessment Tool (EPEAT) was designed to provide an environmental assessment tool for purchasers. In order to qualify for EPEAT, a product must meet all 23 required criteria.)
- EPEAT Level: Gold (The Electronic Product Environmental Assessment Tool (EPEAT) was designed to provide an environmental assessment tool for purchasers. In order to qualify for EPEAT, a product must meet all 23 required criteria. Products are rated Bronze, Silver or Gold based on how many of 28 optional criteria they meet (below 50%, 50%, 75%).)
Included
- Numeric Keypad: false
Warranty
- Warranty - Parts: Apple One (1) Year Limited Warranty
- Warranty - Labor: Apple One (1) Year Limited Warranty
Other
- UPC: 195949905902

The M3 chip brings even greater capabilities to the superportable 15-inch MacBook Air. With up to 18 hours of battery life, you can take it anywhere and blaze through work and play.

Whats Included

MacBook Air 15-inch with M3 chip
USB-C to MagSafe 3 Cable (2m)
USB-C Power Adapter
MacBook Air 15-inch with M3 chip
USB-C to MagSafe 3 Cable (2m)
USB-C Power Adapter

Disclaimers

Configurable options are available.
¹Battery life varies by use and configuration. See apple.com/batteries for more information.
²Apple Intelligence is available in beta on all Mac models with M1 and later, with Siri and device language set to U.S. English, as a macOS Sequoia update. English (Australia, Canada, Ireland, New Zealand, South Africa, UK) language support available this December.
Some features and support for additional languages, like Chinese, English (India, Singapore), French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Portuguese, Spanish, Vietnamese, and others, will be coming over the course of the next year.
⁵The display on the 15-inch MacBook Air has rounded corners at the top. When measured as a standard rectangular shape, the screen is 15.3 inches diagonally (actual viewable area is less).
⁴Apps are available on the App Store. Software and content may be sold separately. Title availability is subject to change.
⁵Wi-Fi 6E available in countries and regions where supported.
⁶Available on Mac computers with Apple silicon and Intel-based Mac computers with a T2 Security Chip. Requires that your iPhone and Mac are signed in with the same Apple Account using two-factor authentication, your iPhone and Mac are near each other and have Bluetooth and Wi-Fi turned on, and your Mac is not using AirPlay or Sidecar. Some iPhone features (e.g., camera and microphone) are not compatible with iPhone Mirroring.
⁷ aceTime is not available in all countries or regions.
Configurable options are available.
¹Battery life varies by use and configuration. See apple.com/batteries for more information.
²Apple Intelligence is available in beta on all Mac models with M1 and later, with Siri and device language set to U.S. English, as a macOS Sequoia update. English (Australia, Canada, Ireland, New Zealand, South Africa, UK) language support available this December.
Some features and support for additional languages, like Chinese, English (India, Singapore), French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Portuguese, Spanish, Vietnamese, and others, will be coming over the course of the next year.
⁵The display on the 15-inch MacBook Air has rounded corners at the top. When measured as a standard rectangular shape, the screen is 15.3 inches diagonally (actual viewable area is less).
⁴Apps are available on the App Store. Software and content may be sold separately. Title availability is subject to change.
⁵Wi-Fi 6E available in countries and regions where supported.
⁶Available on Mac computers with Apple silicon and Intel-based Mac computers with a T2 Security Chip. Requires that your iPhone and Mac are signed in with the same Apple Account using two-factor authentication, your iPhone and Mac are near each other and have Bluetooth and Wi-Fi turned on, and your Mac is not using AirPlay or Sidecar. Some iPhone features (e.g., camera and microphone) are not compatible with iPhone Mirroring.
⁷ aceTime is not available in all countries or regions.

Q: What is the weight of the MacBook Air?

A: The product weight of the MacBook Air is 3.33 pounds.

Q: Does the MacBook Air have a front-facing camera?

A: The MacBook Air does have a front-facing camera.

Q: Which type of processor does the MacBook Air use?

A: The MacBook Air uses the Apple M3 processor.

Q: What ports does the MacBook Air have?

A: The MacBook Air has two USB-C 4 ports and two Thunderbolt ports.

Q: What is the screen resolution of the MacBook Air?

A: The screen resolution of the MacBook Air is 2880 x 1864 (Retina).

Q: What is the screen size of the MacBook Air?

A: The screen size of the MacBook Air is 15 inches.

Q: Is the MacBook Air's keyboard backlit?

A: The MacBook Air does have a backlit keyboard.

Q: Does the MacBook Air have a front-facing camera?

A: This MacBook Air does have a front-facing camera.

Reviews

Customers are saying

Customers praise the MacBook Air 15-inch's overall performance, describing it as phenomenally efficient and fast. The large screen size and excellent battery life are also frequently highlighted as positive aspects. Users appreciate its ease of use and sleek design. The lightweight nature and ample RAM are additional features frequently praised by customers.

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The vast majority of our reviews come from verified purchases. Reviews from customers may include My Best Buy members, employees, and Tech Insider Network members (as tagged). Select reviewers may receive discounted products, promotional considerations or entries into drawings for honest, helpful reviews.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
GREAT COMPUTER
Outstanding laptop that combines cool design with powerful performance. The screen delivers stunning visuals with vibrant colors and sharp details, making it perfect for creative professionals and everyday users alike. The Apple M-series chips provide exceptional speed and efficiency, ensuring smooth multitasking and long battery life. Device is lightweight, highly portable without compromising durability. Keyboard promotes a comfortable typing experience, and the trackpad is one of the best in the industry. macOS enhances productivity with seamless integration with other Apple devices. Whether for work, school, or entertainment. This MacBook definitely exceeded my expectations.
This review is from Apple - MacBook Air 15-inch Apple M3 chip Built for Apple Intelligence - 16GB Memory - 256GB SSD - Silver
Posted 8 months ago by BeatrizP
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Apple - MacBook Air 15-inch Apple M3 chip Built
What makes it great: this MacBook Air with the m3 chip is perfect blend of performance, portability and style it’s ideal for students, creative and professionals who want serious speed without a bulk The m3 is super fast and efficient handles everything from multitasking to creative software with ease, built wit apple intelligence in mind making it ready for feature aI features 16GB smooth performance, even with dozen of tabs, app, or editing software no lag, no slowdown 256 GB SSD Fast boot time, quick file access and solid enough storage for most users 15.3 inch retina Display Bright And vibrant and color accurate, perfect for watching movies, editing photos or studying in style Battery life All day battery up to 18 hours, you can leave your charger at home most days Fanless design = silent performance totally quiet, even during heavy tasks, great for libraries, classroom or late night work Starlight finish Elegant, modern and just different enough from silver and space gray to flesh Overall the MacBook Air with the m3 chip is perfect for students who need light weight, and reliable laptop is also ideal for anyone who wants top tier Apple performance in a stunning, ultra tin machine
Posted 7 months ago by BryanC
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
MacBook Air purchase
I recently purchased the MacBook Air, and it has exceeded my expectations in every way! The sleek and lightweight design makes it incredibly portable, perfect for both work and travel. The Retina display is stunning, with vibrant colors and sharp detail that enhance everything from browsing to video editing. Performance-wise, the Apple M-series chip delivers exceptional speed and efficiency. Whether I’m multitasking with multiple apps, streaming videos, or handling more demanding tasks, the MacBook Air remains smooth and responsive. The battery life is phenomenal, lasting all day on a single charge, which is a game-changer for productivity. The Magic Keyboard is comfortable to type on, and the trackpad is as precise and responsive as ever. Plus, macOS runs seamlessly, with excellent security features and intuitive usability. Overall, this is an outstanding laptop for students, professionals, and everyday users. If you’re looking for a combination of power, portability, and premium build quality, the MacBook Air is well worth it! Highly recommend!
This review is from Apple - MacBook Air 15-inch Laptop - Apple M3 chip Built for Apple Intelligence - 16GB Memory - 256GB SSD - Midnight
Posted 9 months ago by Gianfranco

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