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Apple 13-inch MacBook Air

Apple 13-inch MacBook Air

4.9(104 ratings)

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$1,099.00at Best BuyChecked Nov 8

31% under what the other stores charge

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Price facts

  • Last seen at $1,099.00 at Best Buy on Nov 8.
  • Checked at 10 stores.

Our take on the Apple 13-inch MacBook Air

The 13-inch MacBook Air with Apple's M5 chip is a thin, fanless laptop with a 13-inch Retina display, 24 GB of memory and a 1 TB SSD in this configuration. It keeps the Air formula: silent in use, light to carry, and rated for up to 18 hours of battery life. The M5 and 10-core GPU handle everyday work, photo editing and light creative tasks without a fan. This loaded 24 GB/1 TB build sits at the top of the Air range, so compare it with the 16 GB base models before deciding.

Best forStudents and office workers who want a light, silent everyday laptopPhoto and video editors who need 24 GB of memory in a portable machineTravelers who want long battery life and no fan noiseMac users upgrading from an Intel or M1 Air
Pros
  • Fanless design runs silent under normal loads
  • Up to 18 hours of rated battery life
  • 24 GB of memory and 1 TB SSD leave room for heavy multitasking and large files
  • Bright Retina display and backlit keyboard
  • Light enough to carry all day
  • Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 6.0 for current wireless standards
Cons
  • No memory card reader, so photographers need a dongle or hub
  • No touchscreen
  • 24 GB and 1 TB are more than most buyers need, and cheaper Air trims exist
  • Premium price for a 13-inch laptop
  • Two Thunderbolt ports only, so docks and adapters are common

Apple 13-inch MacBook Air prices at every store

  • Best BuyNew

    In stock

    $1,099.00Free shippingChecked Nov 8
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  • Apple Education StoreNew

    In stock

    $1,199.00Free shippingChecked Nov 8
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  • UCLA StoreNew

    In stock

    $1,199.00+ $8.95 shippingChecked Nov 8
    Visit UCLA Store
  • SweetwaterNew

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    $1,299.00Free shippingChecked Nov 8
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  • WalmartNew

    In stockSold by Datavision Computer VideoReturns: Sold by a Walmart Marketplace seller; returns go to the seller under the seller's returns policy.

    $1,497.00+ $35.00 shippingChecked Nov 8
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  • PC Richard & SonNew

    In stock

    $1,589.00Free shippingChecked Nov 8
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  • Best BuyNew

    In stock

    $1,649.00Free shippingChecked 11 h ago
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  • B&H Photo-Video-AudioNew

    In stock

    $1,649.00Free shippingChecked Nov 8
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  • SVA Campus StoreNew

    In stock

    $1,699.00Free shippingChecked Nov 8
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  • Abt ElectronicsNew

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    $1,709.00Free shippingChecked 11 h ago
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  • AmazonNew

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    $1,599.00Free shippingChecked Nov 8
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Apple 13-inch MacBook Air price history

$1,649.00$1,099.00
Nov 7Nov 10

Lowest price we've seen: $1,099.00 on Nov 8 at Best Buy; highest $1,649.00 on Nov 9. Tracked across 9 stores since Nov 7.

What reviewers say

  • 4.9 / 5104 ratings

Owners rate this Air line very highly, at 4.9 out of 5 from 104 ratings. Praise centers on silence, battery life and everyday speed; the main complaints are price and the limited port selection.

What people mention
  • NoisePraisedOwners note the fanless design stays silent even under load.
  • BatteryPraisedReviewers say it lasts a full day of work on one charge.
  • PerformancePraisedThe M5 chip and 24 GB of memory keep everyday apps and multitasking smooth.
  • PriceCriticisedBuyers call the higher-memory configurations expensive for a 13-inch laptop.
  • PortsCriticisedOwners complain about the lack of a memory card reader and the need for adapters.

About the Apple 13-inch MacBook Air

MacBook Air 13″. Might takes flight. MacBook Air with the M5 chip brings blazing speed and powerful AI capabilities into an incredibly portable design. With Apple Intelligence, up to 18 hours of battery life, and fast SSD storage starting with 512GB, you can work, create, and play anywhere life takes you. SUPERCHARGED BY M5—With its faster CPU and unified memory, M5 delivers even more performance and fluidity across apps, making multitasking and creative workflows smooth and responsive. A powerful Neural Engine and next-generation GPU with Neural Accelerators give you a powerful platform for AI. APPLE INTELLIGENCE—Apple Intelligence is the personal intelligence system that helps you write, express yourself, and get things done effortlessly. With groundbreaking privacy protections, it gives you peace of mind that no one else can access your data—not even Apple. UP TO 18 HOURS OF BATTERY LIFE—MacBook Air delivers incredible battery life with amazing performance, so you can power through a full day of work or class without worrying about plugging in. A BRILLIANT 13.6-INCH DISPLAY—The Liquid Retina display supports one billion colors. Photos and videos pop with rich contrast and sharp detail, and text appears supercrisp. 12MP CENTER STAGE CAMERA—Automatically stay in frame during video calls with Center Stage, or share a top-down view of your workspace with Desk View. And with a three-mic array and four-speaker sound system with Spatial Audio and Dolby Atmos, everything sounds great. CONNECT IT ALL—MacBook Air features two Thunderbolt 4 ports, a MagSafe charging port, a headphone jack—as well as the Apple N1 chip for Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 6. And it supports up to two external displays. In The Box 13-inch MacBook Air USB-C to MagSafe 3 Cable (2 m) USB-C Power Adapter Legal -Configurable options are available. -Apple Intelligence is available in beta. Some features may not be available in all regions or languages. For feature and language availability and system requirements. -Testing conducted by Apple in January 2026 using preproduction 13-inch MacBook Air systems with Apple M5, 10-core CPU, and 8-core GPU, and preproduction 15-inch MacBook Air systems with Apple M5, 10-core CPU, and 10-core GPU, all configured with 16GB of unified memory and 512GB SSD. Wireless web battery life tested by browsing 25 popular websites while connected to Wi-Fi. Video streaming battery life tested with 1080p content in Safari while connected to Wi-Fi. All systems tested with display brightness set to 8 clicks from bottom and keyboard backlight off. Battery life varies by use and configuration. -Screen size is measured diagonally. The display on the 13-inch MacBook Air has rounded corners at the top. When measured as a standard rectangular shape, the screen is 13.6 inches diagonally (actual viewable area is less). -Screen size is measured diagonally. The display on the 13-inch MacBook Air has rounded corners at the top. When measured as a standard rectangular shape, the screen is 13.6 inches diagonally (actual viewable area is less). -Wi‑Fi 7 available in countries and regions where supported. -FaceTime calling requires a FaceTime‑enabled device for the caller and recipient and a Wi‑Fi connection. -Available 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.

Specifications

Bluetooth
YesSource
Processor
Apple M5Source
SSD Size
1 TBSource
Hard Drive Type
SSDSource

Questions and answers

Is the M5 MacBook Air worth it over the M4 model?
If you already own an M-series Air, the jump is modest for everyday tasks. Buyers coming from an Intel Mac or M1 get a bigger gain in speed and battery life.
Is 24 GB of memory and 1 TB of storage necessary?
For most web, office and media use, 16 GB and 512 GB is enough. Choose 24 GB/1 TB only if you edit large photo or video files or keep many apps open.
How long does the battery last?
Apple rates it at up to 18 hours. Real-world mixed use typically lands shorter, but most owners get through a full workday without charging.
Does it have a fan?
No. The MacBook Air is fanless, so it runs silent, though sustained heavy workloads can make it slow down to manage heat.
What ports does it have?
It has two Thunderbolt ports and a headphone jack. There is no memory card reader or HDMI, so plan on a hub or adapter.
Does it support the latest Wi-Fi?
Yes. It has Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 6.0, so it pairs with current routers and accessories.
Does it have a touchscreen?
No. The 13-inch Liquid Retina display is not a touchscreen, and macOS is built around keyboard and trackpad input.
Where is the Apple 13-inch MacBook Air cheapest?
At Best Buy, for $1,099.00, 31% under what the other stores charge, as of our latest check.
Is the Apple 13-inch MacBook Air at its lowest price?
Yes: $1,099.00 is the lowest price we've seen for it since November 7.
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?
11 stores we checked sell it, including Best Buy, Abt Electronics, Amazon, PC Richard & Son, B&H Photo-Video-Audio.

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Backlit Keyboard
YesSource
Memory Card Reader
NoSource
Numpad
NoSource
Graphics Card Apple
Apple M5 10CSource
Processor Cores
10Source
Convertible/Hybrid
NoSource
Release Year
2026, 2024Source
Language
Swedish, FinnishSource
Processor Model
10CSource
Operating System
macOSSource
Touchscreen
NoSource
Manufacturer Color
MidnightSource
Graphic Card Memory Size
24 GBSource
Color
Blue, BlackSource
Screen Size (")
13.0Source
Webcam
YesSource
Series
Apple Macbook Air 13”Source
Dedicated Graphic Card
NoSource
Battery Life (h)
18.0Source
Screen Type
RetinaSource