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Apple 13-inch MacBook Air

Apple 13-inch MacBook Air

4.9(104 ratings)

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Our take on the Apple 13-inch MacBook Air

The 13-inch MacBook Air is Apple's thin fanless laptop, now with the M5 chip, a 13-inch Retina display at 2560x1664, 16 GB of RAM and a 512 GB SSD. It runs macOS with an 18-hour battery rating, Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 6.0, Thunderbolt ports, a backlit keyboard and Touch ID. The best new price is $1,099 at Best Buy as of November 7, 2026, with two stores listing it new.

Best forStudents and office workers who want a light everyday laptopMac users upgrading from an Intel or M1 AirTravelers who need long battery lifeBuyers who want a silent fanless machine
Pros
  • Fanless design stays silent under everyday load
  • 18-hour battery rating covers a full workday
  • M5 chip with 10-core GPU handles photo editing and light video work
  • Sharp 2560x1664 Retina display
  • Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 6.0 for future-proof wireless
  • Touch ID and a backlit keyboard as standard
Cons
  • No touchscreen
  • Only Thunderbolt ports, so most accessories need a hub or dongle
  • 8 GB base configuration is tight for heavy multitasking
  • No dedicated graphics card, so gaming and 3D work are limited
  • 13-inch screen is small for serious video or spreadsheet work

Apple 13-inch MacBook Air prices at every store

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    $1,099.00Free shippingVerified
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  • Abt ElectronicsNew

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    $1,299.00Free shippingVerified
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Apple 13-inch MacBook Air price history

Lowest price we've seen: $1,099.00 on Nov 7 at Best Buy. Tracked across 2 stores since Nov 7.

What reviewers say

  • 4.9 / 5104 ratings

With 4.9 out of 5 from 104 ratings, owners are close to unanimous in praise. They highlight the silent fanless build, all-day battery and fast M5 performance for everyday work. Complaints center on the limited port selection and the cost of upgrading memory and storage.

What people mention
  • BatteryPraisedOwners report it lasting a full workday on one charge.
  • PerformancePraisedThe M5 chip handles browsing, office apps and photo editing without slowdowns.
  • NoisePraisedThe fanless design runs completely silent.
  • PortsCriticisedBuyers say they need dongles for USB-A, HDMI and card readers.
  • ScreenMixedThe Retina panel is sharp, but some find 13 inches cramped for split-screen work.
  • Upgrade costCriticisedOwners complain that extra RAM and storage are priced high.

Specifications

Connections
ThunderboltSource
Bluetooth
YesSource
Processor
Apple M5Source
SSD Size
512 GBSource

Questions and answers

Is the M5 MacBook Air worth it over the M4 or M1 model?
If you already own an M1 or M2 Air, the jump is modest for basic tasks. The M5 is worth it for buyers coming from an Intel Mac or anyone who wants Wi-Fi 7 and the longer software support window.
How much RAM and storage does it have?
This configuration has 16 GB of RAM and a 512 GB SSD. An 8 GB version also exists, but 16 GB is the safer choice for years of use.
Does it have a fan?
No. The MacBook Air is fanless, so it stays silent but can slow down during long sustained workloads like video export.
What ports does it have?
It has Thunderbolt ports and a headphone jack. There is no USB-A, HDMI or SD card slot, so plan on a hub or dock.
Is the screen touch-enabled?
No. The 13-inch Retina display is not a touchscreen; macOS is designed for the trackpad and keyboard.
When is it cheapest?
MacBook Air prices tend to drop during back-to-school season and Black Friday. The current best new price is $1,099 at Best Buy as of November 7, 2026.
Where is the Apple 13-inch MacBook Air cheapest?
At Best Buy, for $1,099.00, as of our latest check.
What do buyers say about the Apple 13-inch MacBook Air?
Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 104 ratings.
Where can I buy the Apple 13-inch MacBook Air?
2 stores we checked sell it, including Best Buy, Abt Electronics.

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Hard Drive Type
SSDSource
Backlit Keyboard
YesSource
Processor Cores
8, 10Source
Fingerprint Reader
YesSource
Graphics Card Apple
Apple M5 10CSource
Release Year
2026, 2024Source
Language
Swedish, FinnishSource
Operating System
macOSSource
Touchscreen
NoSource
Screen Resolution
2560x1664, 2560x1600Source
Manufacturer Color
StarlightSource
Color
White, Silver, Gold, BeigeSource
Screen Size (")
13.0Source
Webcam
YesSource
Series
Apple Macbook Air 13”Source
Dedicated Graphic Card
NoSource
Bluetooth Version
6.0Source
Wi-Fi Standard
Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be)Source
Battery Life (h)
18.0Source
Screen Type
IPS, RetinaSource