Apple - MacBook Air 15-inch Laptop - Apple M3 chip Built for Apple Intelligence - 24GB Memory - 512GB SSD - Starlight

Name: Apple - MacBook Air 15-inch Laptop - Apple M3 chip Built for Apple Intelligence - 24GB Memory - 512GB SSD - Starlight
Brand: Apple
SKU: 6602780
Price: 1124.99 USD
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Rating: 4.9 (150 reviews)

Model: MC9K4LL/A

SKU: 6602780

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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: 512 gigabytes
- System Memory (RAM): 24 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: MC9K4LL/A
- Product Name: MacBook Air 15-inch Laptop - Apple M3 chip Built for Apple Intelligence - 24GB Memory - 512GB 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: 512 gigabytes
- Solid State Drive Capacity: 512 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): 24 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: 3.32 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: 195949907784

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 type of storage does the MacBook Air have?

A: The MacBook Air has SSD storage.

Q: What is the battery life of the MacBook Air?

A: The MacBook Air gets up to 18 hours of battery life.

Q: What is the weight of the MacBook Air?

A: The product weight of the MacBook Air is 3.32 pounds.

Q: Does the MacBook Air have a touchscreen?

A: The MacBook Air does not have a touchscreen.

Q: Can the MacBook Air connect to Bluetooth devices?

A: The MacBook Air can connect to Bluetooth devices.

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

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

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

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

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

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

Reviews

Customers are saying

Customers have good things to say about the MacBook Air 15-inch's performance, battery life, and portability. Many appreciate the large, high-quality screen and ample RAM, finding it ideal for various tasks. The sleek design and lightweight nature also receive positive feedback. A minor drawback mentioned by some users is the limited number of ports.

This summary was generated by AI based on customer reviews.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Absolutely love using this
Beautiful product, very happy with the performance with 24gb RAM. Smooth performance editing RAW photos without much heating up in long editing sessions, and the 15” display is the perfect size for the job. Super slim and tough. I applied an invisible skin that adds protection against scratches and prints that showcases the beautiful design without the possibility of damage that comes with hard shell cases Battery life is also amazing, even with the screen at full brightness editing RAW. I recommend with any device to never overcharge so the battery stays as healthy as possible!
Posted 11 months ago by JonTQ
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Powerhouse in a Sleek Frame
I’ve been using the 15-inch MacBook Air with the M3 chip, 24GB unified memory, and 512GB SSD for about 6 months now, and I couldn’t be happier. As a software engineer who juggles coding, video calls, and occasional creative work, this machine has exceeded expectations in both performance and portability. The M3 chip is impressively fast — apps open instantly, multitasking is smooth even with multiple browser tabs, IDEs, and virtual machines running. The 24GB RAM upgrade is well worth it for anyone doing heavier workloads or planning to future-proof their device. The 15-inch screen hits a sweet spot — more room for work without compromising on portability. It’s incredibly thin and light for its size, and the Space Gray finish looks professional and modern. Battery life is phenomenal. I regularly get through a full day of work on a single charge. And despite the fanless design, the MacBook Air stays cool and quiet even under pressure. If you’re looking for a premium laptop that’s fast, silent, and reliable, this MacBook Air M3 is a fantastic choice. Highly recommended for professionals and power users alike.
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Posted 6 months ago by raskull
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
MacBook Air M3, Power and Portability in One
The MacBook Air M3 is lightweight, powerful, and has excellent battery life a great choice for everyday use.
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Posted 1 month ago by JuanMi