Highlights
Key Specs
Screen Size13.3 inchesScreen Resolution2560 x 1600 (Retina)Touch ScreenNoProcessor ModelApple M1Storage TypeSSDTotal Storage Capacity512 gigabytesSystem Memory (RAM)8 gigabytesGraphicsIntel Iris Plus Graphics 645Display Connector(s)2 x Thunderbolt 3Battery TypeLithium-polymerBacklit KeyboardYes
General
Product NameGeek Squad Certified Refurbished MacBook Air 13.3" Laptop - Apple M1 chip - 8GB Memory - 512GB SSDBrandAppleModel NumberGSRF MGNE3LL/AYear of Release2020ColorGoldColor CategoryGold
Display
Screen Size13.3 inchesScreen Resolution2560 x 1600 (Retina)Touch ScreenNo
Processor
Processor BrandAppleProcessor ModelApple M1Processor Model NumberApple M1Number of CPU Cores8-core
Storage
Storage TypeSSDTotal Storage Capacity512 gigabytesSolid State Drive Capacity512 gigabytes
Memory
System Memory (RAM)8 gigabytesType of Memory (RAM)LPDDR4X
Graphics
Graphics TypeIntegratedGPU BrandIntelGraphicsIntel Iris Plus Graphics 645
Compatibility
Operating SystemmacOS Big Sur 11.0Voice Assistant Built-inSiri
Connectivity
Display Connector(s)2 x Thunderbolt 3Number of Thunderbolt Ports (Total)2Headphone JackYesWireless ConnectivityWi-FiWireless StandardAXWireless Networking StandardWi-Fi 6
Power
Power Supply InputUSB Type CPower Supply Maximum Wattage30 wattsBattery TypeLithium-polymer
Camera
Front-Facing CameraYesFront Facing Camera Video Resolution720pBuilt-In MicrophoneYes
Features
Backlit KeyboardYesAudio TechnologyWide stereo soundSpeaker TypeStereo speakersMac FeaturesForce touch trackpad, Siri, Touch ID sensor, True ToneSecurity FeaturesFingerprint readerCasing MaterialAluminum
Dimensions
Product Height0.63 inchesProduct Width11.97 inchesProduct Depth8.36 inchesProduct Weight2.8 pounds
Certifications & Listings
ENERGY STAR CertifiedYesEPEAT QualifiedYesEPEAT LevelGold
Included
Included SoftwarePhotos, iMovie, GarageBand, Pages, Numbers, Keynote, Siri, Safari, Mail, FaceTime, Messages, Maps, News, Stocks, Home, Voice Memos, Notes, Calendar, Contacts, Reminders, Photo Booth, Preview, Books, App Store, Time Machine, TV, Music, PodcastsOptical Drive TypeNoneNumeric KeypadNo
Warranty
Manufacturer's Warranty - Parts90 daysManufacturer's Warranty - Labor90 days
Other
UPC400064896906
Geek Squad® Certified Refurbished products are thoroughly, painstakingly and lovingly tested, so you can be sure that your device will work right, right away. MacBook Pro has a new eighth-generation quad-core Intel processor with Turbo Boost up to 4.1GHz. A brilliant and colorful Retina display with True Tone technology for a more true-to-life viewing experience. The latest Apple-designed keyboard. And the versatile Touch Bar for more ways to be productive. It's Apple's most powerful 13-inch notebook. Pushed even further.
Apple-designed M1 chip for a giant leap in CPU, GPU, and machine learning performance
Go longer than ever with up to 18 hours of battery life¹
8-core CPU delivers up to 3.5x faster performance to tackle projects faster than ever²
Eight GPU cores with up to 5x faster graphics for graphics-intensive apps and games²
16-core Neural Engine for advanced machine learning
8GB of unified memory so everything you do is fast and fluid
Superfast SSD storage launches apps and opens files in an instant
Fanless design for silent operation
13.3-inch Retina display with P3 wide color for vibrant images and incredible detail³
FaceTime HD camera with advanced image signal processor for clearer, sharper video calls
Three-microphone array focuses on your voice instead of what’s going on around you
Next-generation Wi-Fi 6 for faster connectivity
Two Thunderbolt / USB 4 ports for charging and accessories
Backlit Magic Keyboard and Touch ID for secure unlock and payments
macOS Big Sur introduces a bold new design and major app updates for Safari, Messages, and Maps
¹ Battery life varies by use and configuration. See apple.com/batteries for more information.
² Compared with previous generation.
³ Display size is measured diagonally.
What's Included
Geek Squad Certified Refurbished Apple MacBook Air 13.3" Laptop - Apple M1 - 8GB Memory - 512GB SSD
30W USB-C Power Adapter
USB-C Charge Cable (2m)
Energy Ratings
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Q: QuestionIs this a new unit in a apple box?(1 answer)
A: Answerit is not. it came in a bubble wrap type thing - with the serial number and model and specs on a sticker on the box. The packaging was secure enough and said fragile but it’s hard to trust it was treated as such. I’m pretty disappointed in this product though. it’s kind of apparent that the the screen was replaced as it has weird chromatic patterns that are consistently present - the battery health is at 90%. That would be about 12 hours of usage upon full charge which definitely isn’t a good value for almost $600. I do believe you can get lucky purchasing geek squad certified products - However in this instance i did not. i’m going to try it for a few days - as i picked it up to use strictly for school work- so i can clear space on my macbook pro - but yeah i feel like for the price and the value. i would be better off with a chromebook for school for $200Answered by Rich
Q: QuestionWhat is the warranty period provided by Best Buy for this Refurbished product ?(0 answers)
Asked by Abhi
Q: QuestionWhich should I buy? A MacBook M1 with 512 GB or a M2 with 256?(1 answer)
A: AnswerM1. I was watching a YouTube reviewer months ago and he demonstrated that the M2 runs in such a way that it bogs down in some situations, even slower than the M1. This is due to only 8GB of RAM. The 16GB RAM M2 is okay. So if you can't get a 16GB RAM M2, it's better to get the 8GB RAM M1.Answered by Steve
Q: QuestionWhat year is this laptop? Also what is the current operating system?(1 answer)
A: AnswerI have this laptop in a rose-gold color. I bought it refurbished. Mine is M1 8gb memory and 512gb ssd. The year is 2020. My OS is updated to Sonoma, 14.3.1Answered by Anonymous
Q: QuestionWhat model year is this(1 answer)
A: Answer2021Answered by NathanG
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Rating 3.9 out of 5 stars with 37 reviews
3.9Rating by feature
- 4.8Battery Life
Rating 4.8 out of 5 stars
- 4.8Speed
Rating 4.8 out of 5 stars
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Rating 4.9 out of 5 stars
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Customers are saying
Customers praise the Geek Squad Certified Refurbished MacBook Air for its great price and value, calling it a great buy with an unbeatable sale price. However, some customers have concerns about the battery, with reports of bulging/exploded batteries and low battery health.
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Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Green smudge
The screen has a little green smudge on it but everything came well speakers work well and laptop runs fine so far and came with the original charger just the smudge is annoying
This review is from Geek Squad Certified Refurbished MacBook Air 13.3" Laptop - Apple M1 chip - 8GB Memory - 512GB SSD - Space Gray
Posted by Insindo
Rated 1 out of 5 stars
Worst experience
I will not buy any refurbished item from Best Buy online. I bought the laptop online. The charger came with laptop thatwas not compatible. It needs usb-c type. They sent MagSafe type charger. I am not sure how they can send a laptop with different charger. Online support and in store support is so bad that they don’t replace the charger. I need to buy a new charger. I don’t get it. Don’t but refurbished item online from Best Buy. Bad experience.
This review is from Geek Squad Certified Refurbished MacBook Air 13.3" Laptop - Apple M1 chip - 8GB Memory - 512GB SSD - Space Gray
Posted by PrasathS
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
2021 m1 MacBook Air
Best Buy is always the place for me to buy electronics, always such good deals on refurbished items.
This review is from Geek Squad Certified Refurbished MacBook Air 13.3" Laptop - Apple M1 chip - 8GB Memory - 512GB SSD - Space Gray
Posted by NathanG