Apple - MacBook Air 15-inch Laptop - M3 chip Built for Apple Intelligence - 16GB Memory - 512GB SSD - Space Gray

Name: Apple - MacBook Air 15-inch Laptop - M3 chip Built for Apple Intelligence - 16GB Memory - 512GB SSD - Space Gray
Brand: Apple
SKU: 6565854
Price: 1093.99 USD
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Rating: 4.9 (982 reviews)

Model: MXD13LL/A

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Key Specs
- Screen Size: 15.3 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.)
- Brightness: 500 nits (A measure of the total light output.)
- 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): 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 Life (up to): 18 hours (Battery life will vary depending on the product configuration, product model, applications loaded on the product, power management setting of the product and the product features used by the customer. As with all batteries, the maximum capacity of this battery will decrease with time and usage.)
- Battery Chemistry: Lithium-ion
- Backlit Keyboard: true (Integrated lights allow for visibility of the keys in low-light conditions.)
General
- Brand: Apple
- Model Number: MXD13LL/A
- Product Name: MacBook Air 15-inch Laptop - M3 chip Built for Apple Intelligence - 16GB Memory - 512GB SSD
- Color: Space Gray
- Year of Release: 2024
Display
- Display Type: LED
- Screen Size: 15.3 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.)
- Brightness: 500 nits (A measure of the total light output.)
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): 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 Sonoma 14 (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.)
- Voice Assistant Built-in: Siri (A digital assistant built into the device that uses voice commands to answer questions and control smart devices.)
- Works With: Apple Home (Compatible with or able to be connected to other smart devices or applications.)
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
- Headphone Jack: true (The device features an interface that allows for the connection of headphones.)
- Microphone Input: false (The device features an input for connecting an external microphone.)
- 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.)
- Wireless Standard: AX (The wireless networking protocol used by the device. Each iteration of the protocol is based on the 802.11 standard developed by the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) Standards Association. Denoted by letters following 802.11 (802.11a, 802.11ac, etc.), each version, published in alphabetical order, encompasses all previous versions.)
- Wireless Networking Standard: Wi-Fi 6E (The wireless networking standard used by the device. Each iteration of the standard developed by the Wi-Fi Alliance corresponds to an existing IEEE 802.11 protocol; for example, standard 802.11ac (or AC) is termed Wi-Fi 5. Refers specifically to the standard the device is designed to use, but ultimately determines product interoperability and backward compatibility including previous versions.)
Power
- Power Supply Input: MagSafe
- Battery Life (up to): 18 hours (Battery life will vary depending on the product configuration, product model, applications loaded on the product, power management setting of the product and the product features used by the customer. As with all batteries, the maximum capacity of this battery will decrease with time and usage.)
- Battery Cells: 6-cell
- Battery Chemistry: Lithium-ion
Camera
- Front-Facing Camera: true
- Front Facing Camera Video Resolution: 1080p (Refers to the number of pixels, both horizontally and vertically, used by the camera facing the user to capture video. The higher the resolution the finer the video detail that can be seen.)
- Built-In Microphone: true
Features
- Backlit Keyboard: true (Integrated lights allow for visibility of the keys in low-light conditions.)
- Media Card Reader: false (A hardware device that allows for access to data on a memory card and enables the transfer of its files to a computer. These devices may have one or multiple slots for various types of memory cards, and may be integrated into the computer or available as an external device.)
- Audio Technology: Spatial Audio and Dolby Atmos
- Mac Features: Touch ID sensor
- Casing Material: Aluminum
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: 3.3 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: 195949637605

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

15-inch MacBook Air with M3 chip
USB-C to MagSafe 3 Cable (2m)
35W Dual USB-C Port Compact Power Adapter
15-inch MacBook Air with M3 chip
USB-C to MagSafe 3 Cable (2m)
35W Dual USB-C Port Compact 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: How do I transfer data from old MacBook to new one, how do I set up if buy tomorrow?

A: It is super easy, macbooks transfer data as the phones do, you just put them one beside the other one and then you need to open Finder window, go to Applications, open the Utilities folder, then double-click Migration Assistant and follow the onscreen instructions

Q: Can you use two monitors in extended mode? I heard that lid must be closed to do that. Do you have to have an extra keyboard and mouse to use two monitors? I want to use the MacAir keyboard & touchpad with 2 monitors Thank you

A: The lid will need to be closed in order to use 2 monitors. This will make the existing Keyboard and Trackpad unavailable, so you will need external mouse and keyboard.

Q: What case do I need to protect it? Is it a 2024 model?

A: You can buy one at Best Buy or Amazon. Type in size of MacBook, year 2024, and chip number. I bought case for my 13 inch MacBook at Best Buy and a keyboard cover from Amazon. I also bought a HDMI & USB adapter from Best Buy to use my USB stick on new MacBook M3. I hope this information helps.

Q: What charger does best buy include in the Macbook Air boxes? I know on apple they give you the option of either a dual port or single port charging block; so, I was wondering which one comes standard in the best buy boxes?

A: I received a 35W dual port usbc brick and magsafe cord. Cheers!

Q: Husband is concern that is only 16G.. I need it for programming with python.. do you think is good enough? Thanks!!

A: 16 gigs should be plenty of RAM for Python programming. Frankly, 8 gigs might suffice, depending on how involved your project is.

Q: my new mba 15 16gig backplate near the right hinge creaks when you even apply the slightest pressure. is this normal?

A: No, these shouldn't make any sound at all. I'd exchange your device for a new one. These should feel absolutely rock solid and quiet with no pressure points or squeaks.

Q: Can you run word and excel at the same time with two separate monitors. I know that you need a keyboard and mouse

A: Yes

Q: Will there be an option to get any of the new models with 1tb of storage? I see the highest it goes on the site is 512GB at the moment.

A: Yes there is 1TB. There is no SKU for 1TB. So you will have to order it thru apple website.

Reviews

Customers are saying

Customers have good things to say about the MacBook Air 15-inch Laptop, especially its fast performance and speed. Many appreciate the screen size, battery life, and portability, as well as its lightweight design. While some desire more ports, the laptop is praised for its sleek design and efficient performance.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Powerful, Reliable, Sleek & Elegant!
I have had my Apple MacBook Air 15 inch laptop M3 for just over a year. This has been a perfect laptop experience as I use it mainly for college. The 15.3 inch screen provides excellent screen space for multitasking. Battery life & performance has been surprisingly amazing. Runs cool & quiet! Love the elegant, sleek, lightweight weight design which is a perfect fit for my backpacking around campus. My Best Buy purchase experience was exceptional with attentive & knowledgeable staff to answer my questions and help me pick the right MacBook to fit my needs. It was a completely smooth process to go in and pick up my laptop that they had programmed and set up for me. Very pleased with customer service! Definitely recommend Best Buy for MacBook purchasing, especially for the setups, warranty and ongoing tech support.
This review is from Apple - MacBook Air 15-inch Laptop - M3 chip Built for Apple Intelligence - 16GB Memory - 512GB SSD - Starlight
Posted 1 month ago by GracieG
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
15-inch M3 MacBook Air – Power, Portability, and P
I’ve been using the 15-inch M3 MacBook Air for a few weeks now, and I can confidently say it’s one of the best laptops Apple has ever made. The combination of the larger display, the ultra-efficient M3 chip, and the fanless design makes this machine a perfect balance between performance and portability. The 15.3-inch Liquid Retina display is absolutely stunning—bright, sharp, and vibrant. It gives me plenty of screen space for multitasking, whether I’m editing documents, watching videos, or managing multiple apps side by side. Despite the larger screen, the MacBook Air remains incredibly thin and lightweight, making it ideal for travel or carrying around on campus or at work. Performance-wise, the M3 chip is no joke. It handles everything I throw at it—photo editing, light video work, coding, and tons of browser tabs—without breaking a sweat. Even with no fans, it stays cool and silent. Battery life is also amazing; I easily get through a full day without needing to charge, and sometimes even into the next. I also appreciate the little touches: the excellent speakers, the improved 1080p webcam, the MagSafe charging, and the classic scissor-switch keyboard that’s just a joy to type on. If you’re looking for a sleek, reliable, and powerful laptop with a big screen but don’t want the bulk of a MacBook Pro, the 15-inch M3 MacBook Air is hands-down the best choice. Highly recommended
This review is from Apple - MacBook Air 15-inch Laptop - M3 chip Built for Apple Intelligence - 16GB Memory - 512GB SSD - Midnight
Posted 4 months ago by EdenilsonF
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Macbook in best price and service from best buy
I purchased the 15-inch MacBook Air from Best Buy last month, and it has exceeded my expectations in every way. This model strikes a perfect balance between performance, design, and portability. The larger 15-inch Liquid Retina display is a game-changer—vibrant colors, sharp details, and ample screen real estate make multitasking and media consumption incredibly immersive. Despite its size, the laptop remains incredibly lightweight and easy to carry around, thanks to its iconic thin design. Powered by Apple’s M2 chip, the performance is outstanding. Whether I’m working on multiple tabs, streaming high-definition videos, or running demanding applications, the MacBook Air handles it all seamlessly. Battery life is phenomenal, lasting a full day with ease, which is perfect for long study sessions or workdays. The keyboard and trackpad maintain Apple’s industry-leading standards, offering a comfortable and responsive experience. The sound quality from the six-speaker system is surprisingly rich for a laptop this thin, making it ideal for music and video playback. Best Buy provided a smooth shopping experience, and I got a great deal on the laptop. This MacBook Air is worth every penny, and I wholeheartedly recommend it to anyone looking for a premium, powerful, and portable machine.
This review is from Apple - MacBook Air 15-inch Laptop - M3 chip Built for Apple Intelligence - 16GB Memory - 512GB SSD - Starlight
Posted 11 months ago by Nishad