Apple MacBook Air 13-inch (M1): Specs, Key Features & Rivals
- Dimmest screen in class
- Fewest GPU cores
- Smallest battery in class
The MacBook Air M1 is part of Apple’s range and competes in the ultraportable laptop class. Compared with the other ultraportable laptops on the site, the MacBook Air M1 Has the dimmest screen. The competition for the MacBook Air M1 includes MacBook Air M2, Surface Laptop 7 and MacBook Air M3.
- Screen size13.3 in
- ProcessorApple M1
- Base memory8 GB
- Base storage256 GB
- Weight2.84 lb
- Rated battery life18 h
Key Specifications
Display
| Screen size | 13.3 in |
|---|---|
| Panel type | Retina IPS LCD |
| Resolution | 2560 x 1600 |
| Pixel density | 227 ppi |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz |
| Peak brightness (SDR) | 400 nits |
Performance
| Processor | Apple M1 |
|---|---|
| CPU cores | 8 |
| Graphics | Apple M1 GPU (7-core) |
| GPU cores | 7 |
| Cooling | Fanless (passive) |
Memory & Storage
| Base memory | 8 GB |
|---|---|
| Max memory | 16 GB |
| Base storage | 256 GB |
| Max storage | 2 TB |
Battery Life & Charging
| Battery | 49.9 Wh |
|---|---|
| Rated battery lifeManufacturer rating | 18 h |
| Included charger | 30 W |
Ports & Connectivity
| USB-C / Thunderbolt ports | 2 |
|---|---|
| Other ports | 3.5 mm headphone jack |
| Webcam | 720p FaceTime HD |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) |
| Operating system | macOS Big Sur |
Design & Build
| Width | 11.97 in |
|---|---|
| Depth | 8.36 in |
| Thickness | 0.63 in |
| Weight | 2.84 lb |
Price
| Launch price | $999 |
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How It Stacks Up in the Ultraportable Laptop Class
Against the class average, the MacBook Air M1 is 14% lower on cpu cores. On base memory, the MacBook Air M1 comes in 40% under the class average in raw numbers. On rated battery life, the MacBook Air M1 lands in the middle of the pack.
Compare MacBook Air M1 With Its Rivals
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the release date of the MacBook Air M1?
The release date of the MacBook Air M1 is November 17, 2020.
How much did the MacBook Air M1 cost at launch?
The MacBook Air M1 launched at $999 (as of November 2020).
What are the main alternatives to the MacBook Air M1?
In its class, the MacBook Air M1 competes most directly with MacBook Air M2, Surface Laptop 7, MacBook Air M3 and MacBook Air M4.
How much does the MacBook Air M1 weigh?
According to the official specs, the MacBook Air M1 weighs 2.84 lb.