Apple MacBook Air 13-inch (M5): Specs, Key Features & Rivals
The MacBook Air M5 carries the Apple name into the ultraportable laptop class. The main competition for the MacBook Air M5 comes from MacBook Air 15 M5, MacBook Air M4 and Surface Laptop 7.
- Screen size13.6 in
- ProcessorApple M5
Key Specifications
Display
| Screen size | 13.6 in |
|---|---|
| Panel type | Liquid Retina IPS LCD |
| Resolution | 2560 x 1664 |
| Pixel density | 224 ppi |
Performance
| Processor | Apple M5 |
|---|---|
| CPU cores | 10 |
| Cooling | Fanless (passive) |
Ports & Connectivity
| Operating system | macOS Tahoe |
|---|
How It Stacks Up in the Ultraportable Laptop Class
Against the class average, the MacBook Air M5 is 9.4% higher on cpu cores. Measured on pixel density, the MacBook Air M5 is about average for similar models.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the release date of the MacBook Air M5?
The MacBook Air M5 went on sale with a release date of March 2026.
What does the MacBook Air M5 compete with?
If you’re considering the MacBook Air M5, it’s also worth looking at MacBook Air 15 M5, MacBook Air M4, Surface Laptop 7 and MacBook Air M3.