MacBook Air 13.3" Laptop - Apple M1 chip - 8GB Memory - 512GB SSD (Latest Model) - Silver
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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
Apple MacBook Air 13.3" Laptop - Apple M1 - 8GB Memory - 512GB SSD
30W USB-C Power Adapter
USB-C Charge Cable (2m)
Energy Ratings
Key Specs
- Screen Size13.3 inches
- Screen Resolution2560 x 1600 (Retina)
- Touch ScreenNo
- Processor ModelApple M1
- Processor Model NumberApple M1
- Storage TypeSSD
- Total Storage Capacity512 gigabytes
- Solid State Drive Capacity512 gigabytes
- System Memory (RAM)8 gigabytes
- Operating SystemmacOS Big Sur 11.0
- Voice Assistant Built-inSiri
- Battery Life (up to)18 hours
- Battery TypeLithium-polymer
- Backlit KeyboardYes
General
- Product NameMacBook Air 13.3" Laptop - Apple M1 chip - 8GB Memory - 512GB SSD (Latest Model)
- BrandApple
- Casing MaterialAluminum
- Model NumberMGNA3LL/A
- Year of Release2020
- ColorSilver
- Color CategorySilver
Display
- Display TypeLED
- Screen Size13.3 inches
- Screen Resolution2560 x 1600 (Retina)
- Touch ScreenNo
Processor
- Processor BrandApple
- Processor ModelApple M1
- Processor Model NumberApple M1
- Processor Cores8-core
Storage
- Storage TypeSSD
- Total Storage Capacity512 gigabytes
- Solid State Drive Capacity512 gigabytes
Memory
- System Memory (RAM)8 gigabytes
- Type of Memory (RAM)LPDDR4X
Graphics
- Graphics TypeIntegrated
- GPU BrandApple
- Video Memory TypeShared
Compatibility
- Operating SystemmacOS Big Sur 11.0
- Voice Assistant Built-inSiri
Connectivity
- Wireless ConnectivityBluetooth, Wi-Fi
- Wireless NetworkingWireless-A, Wireless-AC, Wireless-AX, Wireless-B, Wireless-G, Wireless-N
- Headphone JackYes
- Number of Thunderbolt Ports (Total)2
- Number of Thunderbolt 3 Ports2
Power
- Power Supply InputUSB Type C
- Power Supply Maximum Wattage30 watts
- Battery Life (up to)18 hours
- Battery TypeLithium-polymer
Camera
- Front-Facing CameraYes
- Front Facing Camera Video Resolution720p
- Built-In MicrophoneYes
Features
- Backlit KeyboardYes
- Touchpad TypeForce Touch trackpad
- Audio TechnologyWide stereo sound
- Speaker TypeStereo speakers
- Mac FeaturesForce touch trackpad, Siri, Touch ID sensor, True Tone
- Security FeaturesFingerprint reader
Dimension
- Product Height0.63 inches
- Product Width11.97 inches
- Product Depth8.36 inches
- Product Weight2.8 pounds
Certifications & Listings
- ENERGY STAR CertifiedYes
- EPEAT QualifiedYes
- EPEAT 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, Podcasts
- Optical Drive TypeNone
- Numeric KeypadNo
Warranty
- Manufacturer's Warranty - Parts1 year
- Manufacturer's Warranty - Labor1 year
Other
- UPC194252048993
Customer reviews
Rating 4.8 out of 5 stars with 3104 reviews
(3,104 customer reviews)Rating by feature
- Battery Life4.8
Rating 4.8 out of 5 stars
- Speed4.8
Rating 4.8 out of 5 stars
- Display4.8
Rating 4.8 out of 5 stars
to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
IN LOVE & RUNS SIMS 4 WONDERFULLY
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.when I tell you I am smitten by this laptop.... I’m 26 and have never owned my own laptop or made such a hefty purchase but man, was she worth it. I spent over a week spinning my wheels about what kind of device to get and what brand. Although I am a loyal Apple customer, I didn’t want to spend too much money and was actually going to purchase a windows mid price laptop. BUT, I just KNEW I wouldn’t be completely happy with it and I’d keep thinking about this MacBook Air. I wanted something that would knock me off my feet, something I’m used to functioning (I’m familiar and comfortable with apple products), and something that would last me a LONG TIME. Another huge piece of my decision making is the fact that I wanted to be able to play Sims 4 on my new laptop. I’m aware Apple devices historically aren’t for gaming, but guess what, this new M1 chip isn’t messing around. After chatting with some tech professionals at Best Buy and them assuring me this laptop would run Sims 4 beautifully, I knew what I had to do. Let me just say that the Big Sur update along with this M1 chip make this laptop an absolute DREAM. She is incredible and I cherish her. She runs so smoothly, plays Sims SO smoothly, all of the new updates are outstanding, and I couldn’t be happier. Worth every dollar spent. 5/5 purchase. You won’t regret it. :)
This review is from MacBook Air 13.3" Laptop - Apple M1 chip - 8GB Memory - 512GB SSD - Gold
I would recommend this to a friendRated 5 out of 5 stars
You're Done Shopping
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.If you are a student or just need a new computer for home or work & need it to last...you're done shopping. Great choice in the MacBook series. M1 is a powerful chip, and this design strikes a great balance between being compact and just large enough for most workflows. Where this shines is battery life. I get almost a week on a single charge with daily usage. Gone are the days of lugging a charger around wherever my computer goes. Also love how quiet this thing is. Since it takes very little power, it doesn't get warm, and doesn't need fans. I haven't found it to get very warm and have no worries of overheating. 0 regrets getting the Air over the Pro. The display is gorgeous. The keyboard has been drastically upgraded from the previous Air models. The track pad above par. The speakers are also loud and crisp. There is less bass on the Air speakers than the Pro. But if you're like me, you use bluetooth speakers or buds so...whatever.
This review is from MacBook Air 13.3" Laptop - Apple M1 chip - 8GB Memory - 512GB SSD - Space Gray
I would recommend this to a friendRated 5 out of 5 stars
Love it
||Posted . Owned for 10 months when reviewed.This is my first MacBook and I do love it. Took a little bit of getting used to with different key shortcuts from windows, but I love how it integrates with my phone. I’ve also bought a plastic cover to always protect it, and it hasn’t gotten in the way once. Plus I can decorate it and know my laptop is still clean. Definitely recommend
I would recommend this to a friendRated 5 out of 5 stars
The best laptop!!
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This is the perfect size laptop for school or anything else really. It’s very easy to navigate and adjust to if you’re use to Microsoft computers. You can still download Microsoft word and PowerPoint if you need to use them. Only down fall is it only pretty much just has the power cord port and a head phone port, so you have to buy an adapter to connect a USB or HDMI to the laptop. This is already an expensive laptop so it a little annoying that you have to buy another piece. It is really fast though and has tons of memory. I love the fingerprint touch to unlock the computer and to log in to certain things, it’s very convenient. The battery normally lasts me 3 days before I have to charge it again and it charges back up really fast. The keyboard is very comfortable and this laptop is overall much worth the price!
This review is from MacBook Air 13.3" Laptop - Apple M1 chip - 8GB Memory - 512GB SSD - Gold
I would recommend this to a friendRated 5 out of 5 stars
Slim, quiet, fast and luxurious laptop
||Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.Love.. Love .. Love. This laptop is everything you would want in a portable, luxury and sturdy machine. The M1 professor is the fastest professor I have a ever had in a laptop. I have always had windows pc like the Lenovo yoga series but this MacBook Air is a must if you want to bust your productivity. I always wanted to have a mac and this is the best way you can enter in the apple ecosystem.
This review is from MacBook Air 13.3" Laptop - Apple M1 chip - 8GB Memory - 512GB SSD - Space Gray
I would recommend this to a friendRated 5 out of 5 stars
Highly recommended! A great departure from PC!
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.Best computer decision yet. I’ve had a love hate relationship with PC computers for years. From the moment I opened the MacBook Air box, I liked what I saw and felt. Then I fired it up… setup was super simple, and I love that all my work from my iH Phone XS is at my fingertips on the MacBook Air. The screen is crisp and bright, the keyboard is responsive and has a great fee. I love the lightning fast speed of Apple’s M1 processor and am looking forward to many years of great service from this computer.
This review is from MacBook Air 13.3" Laptop - Apple M1 chip - 8GB Memory - 512GB SSD - Space Gray
I would recommend this to a friendRated 5 out of 5 stars
Wow
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.Great upgrade with all the benefits of integrating as much or as little of the eco structure from one’s iPhone in a manner similar to adding a Apple Watch and determining how much of your phone apps does one desire to experience while wearing same. Will take a while to get used to the keyboard and will probably need to fine tune size of font for email creation and reading same. Still most everything is intuitive to being an Apple user. Setting up Touch ID yet to go smoothly and having to figure out what finger digit to use multiple times on the keypad and then going through that process is not comfortable...probably all in me, but....once complete will save having to use a PWord. Battery drain appears to be quite low and look forward to running it for long periods of time without being plugged into an outlet.
This review is from MacBook Air 13.3" Laptop - Apple M1 chip - 8GB Memory - 512GB SSD - Space Gray
I would recommend this to a friendRated 5 out of 5 stars
Can't go wrong!
||Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.I made the switch from everything android to everything Apple about six months ago. Haven’t looked back, the ingenuity and connectivity that Apple provides is amazing! I got a MacBook Pro 16 inch, I wanted to get the smaller counterpart to make it a little easier when sitting at those super small tables in a coffee shop, and overall just have something lighter. It's perfect for that, and I don't regret my purchase.
I would recommend this to a friend
Q: QuestionIs it 8-Core CPU and 8-Core GPU? Or 8‑Core CPU and 7‑Core GPU?
Asked by Buyer.
- A:Answer It is 8CPU / 8GPU
Answered by Anonymous
Q: QuestionIf I were to purchase this now, can the memory & storage be upgraded later?
Asked by lizard.
This question was asked about the related product: MacBook Air 13.3" Laptop - Apple M1 chip - 8GB Memory - 512GB SSD - Gold
- A:Answer No. The memory and storage is baked into the M1 chip and cannot be expanded in the future.
Answered by Andrew
Q: QuestionI am a college student, I will be using Microsoft Office 365 80% of the time. I read elsewhere that a lot of windows apps are not compatible. Is Microsoft Office 365 compatible with this new model?
Asked by itswhatever.
This question was asked about the related product: MacBook Air 13.3" Laptop - Apple M1 chip - 8GB Memory - 512GB SSD - Gold
- A:Answer Yes. Currently office 365 invokes Rosetta first time to work on m1 processor and from then on it runs great. I have used outlook word and excel and it’s fine. Microsoft will soon release new version of office 365 that runs on native m1 cpu. Go for it. Super fast system.
Answered by Excellent
Q: QuestionDoes this work well with video editing ?
Asked by E.
- A:Answer A lot of youtube creators show it being excellent
Answered by Cody
Q: QuestionWhat comes on this MacBook Air? Does it have Touch ID ? Microsoft Office? Word? Google Chrome?
Asked by MountainLady6.
- A:Answer It does have Touch ID. As this is an Apple product, it does not have any Microsoft software pre-installed, such as Office. It does have the Apple alternatives - Pages (similar to Word), Numbers (similar to Excel), Keynote (similar to PowerPoint), etc. Similarly, Google Chrome is not pre-installed. Apple’s web browser, Safari, is included. Take a look under the “Specifications” section. A list of the main Apple applications included are noted under the “Included” subsection.
Answered by MisterB
Q: QuestionCan i upgrade to 16gb memory if I get this from bestbuy? I see it on the apple site but not on best buy.
Asked by Memory.
- A:Answer Best Buy does not currently have the 16gb RAM options yet - you have to order directly from apple.
Answered by xtrubambinoxpr
Q: QuestionCurrently in my 2011 Macbook Air I have a memory card in an adapter that makes it flush with the case. I use this to add storage to the macbook. Is there also an adapter to do the same thing on this new MacBook Air?
Asked by Rjv156.
- A:Answer No. Only 2 USB ports on the left and headphone port on the right.
Answered by Greatgrandpajohn