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MacBook Air 13.6 inches (M5, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD)
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MacBook Air 13.6 inches (M5, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD)

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$1,099.00at Best BuyChecked Nov 9

15% under what the other stores charge

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Price facts

  • Last seen at $1,099.00 at Best Buy on Nov 9.
  • Checked at 5 stores.

Our take on the MacBook Air 13.6 inches (M5, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD)

The MacBook Air 13.6-inch with the M5 chip is Apple's thin, fanless laptop, here with 16GB of memory and a 512GB SSD. It pairs a 2560x1664 Liquid Retina screen at 500 nits with an 18-hour battery rating and a 2.7 lb body, so it is built for all-day carry rather than heavy workloads. Against the MacBook Pro it gives up the mini-LED display, high refresh rate and active cooling, but it stays silent and lighter. Reviewers of the Air line consistently praise the keyboard, trackpad and battery, and note that 16GB of memory is the right floor for multitasking; the 60Hz screen and limited ports are the usual complaints.

Best forStudents and office workers who carry a laptop dailyWriting, browsing, spreadsheets and video callsLong trips away from a chargeriPhone and iPad owners deep in Apple's ecosystem
Pros
  • Fanless design stays silent under everyday load
  • 18-hour rated battery covers a full workday
  • Sharp 2560x1664 Liquid Retina display at 500 nits
  • 16GB of memory handles many browser tabs and apps
  • Weighs 2.7 lb and fits in most bags
  • Touch ID fingerprint login and Bluetooth 6
Cons
  • 60Hz refresh rate feels dated next to 120Hz rivals
  • Only two USB-C ports plus a headphone jack; no HDMI or card reader
  • No active cooling, so sustained heavy tasks throttle
  • Memory and storage are fixed at purchase and cannot be upgraded
  • Screen brightness trails OLED and mini-LED competitors

MacBook Air 13.6 inches (M5, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD) prices at every store

  • Best BuyNew

    In stock

    $1,099.00Free shippingChecked Nov 9
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  • Abt ElectronicsNew

    In stock

    $1,234.00Free shippingChecked Nov 9
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  • AdoramaNew

    In stock

    $1,299.00Free shippingChecked Nov 9
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  • eBayOpen box

    Availability unknownSold by gil7-83 (100% positive, 2 ratings)Returns: Set by the eBay seller; the eBay Money Back Guarantee covers an item that doesn't arrive or isn't as described.

    $1,000.00+ $15.02 shippingChecked Nov 9
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  • B&H Photo-Video-AudioNew

    Availability unknown

    $1,499.00Free shippingChecked Nov 9
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MacBook Air 13.6 inches (M5, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD) price history

Lowest price we've seen: $1,099.00 on Nov 9 at Best Buy. Tracked across 4 stores since Nov 9.

What reviewers say

Owners of recent MacBook Air models praise the battery life, silent operation and light build, and call the keyboard and trackpad best in class. Critics focus on the 60Hz panel, the small port selection and the premium for extra memory and storage.

What people mention
  • Battery lifePraisedOwners report it lasting a full day of mixed work on one charge.
  • Fanless silencePraisedWith no fan, it stays quiet even during long video calls and browsing.
  • Display refreshCriticisedThe 60Hz panel feels less smooth than the 120Hz screens on premium rivals.
  • PortsCriticisedTwo USB-C ports mean many owners carry a hub for HDMI and card readers.
  • Build and weightPraisedBuyers like how light and rigid the aluminum body feels in a bag.
  • Sustained performanceMixedFine for everyday apps, but long exports and heavy edits slow it down without a fan.

Specifications

Bluetooth
Bluetooth 6
Brightness (nits)
500
Series
MacBook Air
Display Resolution
2560x1664
Display Type
Liquid Retina display
Frequency
50Hz to 60Hz
Graphics Card (GPU)
Apple M5 Chip (10-Core)

Questions and answers

Is the M5 MacBook Air enough for photo and video editing?
Yes for photo editing and short 4K clips. Long exports and heavy timelines slow down because there is no fan, so frequent pro-level video work suits a MacBook Pro better.
How does it compare with the MacBook Pro?
The Air is lighter, silent and cheaper, with the same class of chip. The Pro adds a brighter mini-LED screen, a 120Hz refresh rate, active cooling and more ports.
Can I upgrade the memory or storage later?
No. The 16GB of memory and 512GB SSD are soldered and fixed, so choose the configuration you need at purchase.
Does it have a touchscreen?
No. The MacBook Air uses a standard Liquid Retina display without touch; the Touch ID button handles fingerprint login.
What is in the box?
The laptop and a USB-C charging cable. The power adapter is included with most configurations, but check the specific listing before buying.
Is 16GB of memory enough?
For browsing, Office apps, coding and light creative work, yes. Heavy virtual machines or large video projects benefit from more memory.
Where is the MacBook Air 13.6 inches (M5, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD) cheapest?
At Best Buy, for $1,099.00, 15% under what the other stores charge, as of our latest check.
Where can I buy the MacBook Air 13.6 inches (M5, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD)?
5 stores we checked sell it, including B&H Photo-Video-Audio, eBay, Best Buy, Abt Electronics, Adorama.

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Storage Size
1TB
Resolution
2560 x 1664
Operating System
Mac OS
Touchscreen
Yes
With Retina Display
Yes
Drive Type
Solid State Drive
Number Of Cores
Octa Core
Refresh Rate
60Hz
Available Ports
USB-A, USB-C, 3.5 mm Jack
Biometric Security
Fingerprint Scan
Energy Star
Yes
Weight
2.7 lb
Drive Capacity
512 GB drive
Screen Size
13.6 inches
Installed Memory
16 GB RAM
Processor Speed
4.6 GHz CPU
Battery Life
18 hours battery life