Is the MacBook Air M4 good for video editing?

It handles light to moderate video editing well, but sustained exports of large projects may slow down because it has no fan.

How does the 15-inch MacBook Air compare to the 13-inch model?

The 15-inch offers a larger screen and better speakers, but is slightly heavier and takes up more space.

Can I upgrade the memory or storage later?

No, the memory and SSD are soldered and cannot be upgraded after purchase.

Does the MacBook Air M4 have a fan?

No, it is fanless and relies on passive cooling, so it runs silently but may throttle under heavy loads.

What is included in the box?

The box includes the MacBook Air, a USB-C power adapter, and a USB-C to MagSafe 3 cable.

Where is the MacBook Air M5 15" cheapest?

At University of Alberta, for $511.92, as of our latest check.

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MacBook Air M5 15"

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MacBook Air M5 15"

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Our take on the MacBook Air M5 15"

The 15-inch MacBook Air is Apple's largest fanless laptop, built around the M4 chip with a 10-core CPU, 16GB of memory, and a 512GB SSD. It offers a big screen in a thin, silent design and runs cool and quiet under everyday loads. Reviewers praise its battery life and build quality, though the lack of a fan means sustained heavy workloads can slow it down. Compared with 14-inch pro laptops, it trades peak performance for portability and a lower price.

Best forStudents and office workers who want a large screenGeneral productivity and web browsingLight photo and video editingAnyone who prefers a silent, fanless laptop

Pros

Large 15-inch display in a thin, light body
Fanless design runs silent
Strong battery life
Excellent build quality and trackpad
16GB memory and 512GB storage handle everyday multitasking

Cons

No fan, so sustained heavy tasks slow down
Limited to two Thunderbolt ports
Display refresh rate is 60Hz
Not upgradeable after purchase

MacBook Air M5 15" prices at every store

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What reviewers say

Owners and reviewers generally praise the 15-inch MacBook Air for its big screen, long battery life, and silent operation. They note it handles everyday tasks well but can slow down under sustained heavy workloads.

What people mention

PerformanceMixedReviewers find the M4 chip fast for everyday use but notice slowdowns during extended heavy tasks.
Battery lifePraisedOwners report getting through a full workday on a single charge.
DisplayMixedThe large screen is appreciated, but some wish it had a higher refresh rate.
PortsCriticisedUsers often mention needing adapters due to only two Thunderbolt ports.
NoisePraisedThe fanless design means the laptop stays silent even under load.

From University of Alberta

15-inch MacBook Air
Apple M4 chip
10-core CPU
16GB memory
512GB SSD
Restricted to IST internal use; orders not approved for non-UofA faculty

About the MacBook Air M5 15"

This is a 15-inch MacBook Air laptop from Apple. It has a 10-core CPU, 16GB of memory and a 512GB SSD.

Display size: 15-inch
CPU: 10-core
Memory: 16GB
Storage: 512GB SSD

Questions and answers

Is the MacBook Air M4 good for video editing?: It handles light to moderate video editing well, but sustained exports of large projects may slow down because it has no fan.
How does the 15-inch MacBook Air compare to the 13-inch model?: The 15-inch offers a larger screen and better speakers, but is slightly heavier and takes up more space.
Can I upgrade the memory or storage later?: No, the memory and SSD are soldered and cannot be upgraded after purchase.
Does the MacBook Air M4 have a fan?: No, it is fanless and relies on passive cooling, so it runs silently but may throttle under heavy loads.
What is included in the box?: The box includes the MacBook Air, a USB-C power adapter, and a USB-C to MagSafe 3 cable.
Where is the MacBook Air M5 15" cheapest?: At University of Alberta, for $511.92, as of our latest check.