Apple MacBook Air M5 15.3″ 16GB 512GB SSD macOS

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About This Item

  • 15.3″ Liquid Retina display with 2880 x 1864 resolution and 224 ppi
  • Apple M5 chip with 10-core CPU, 16-core Neural Engine, and 10-core GPU
  • 16GB unified memory and 512GB SSD storage
  • Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 6.0, and 2 Thunderbolt 4 ports with MagSafe 3 charging
  • macOS Tahoe with Apple Intelligence and 6-speaker spatial audio system

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Description

Apple MacBook Air M5 | 15.3″ Ultra-Portable Powerhouse

The Apple MacBook Air Apple M M5 Laptop 38.9 cm (15.3″) 16 GB 512 GB SSD Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) macOS Tahoe Blue delivers professional performance in a featherweight design, perfect for UK professionals who need both portability and power.

Built around Apple’s next-generation M5 chip with 10-core CPU and 16-core Neural Engine, this 15.3″ powerhouse handles everything from complex spreadsheets to creative workflows without breaking a sweat.

Key Specifications

Metric Spec
Display 15.3″ Liquid Retina (2880×1864)
Processor Apple M5 (10-core)
Memory 16 GB Unified
Storage 512 GB SSD
Battery Life Up to 18 hours video playback

Stunning Liquid Retina Display

The 15.3″ Liquid Retina display delivers 500 nits brightness and 1.07 billion colours with P3 wide colour gamut, making everything from spreadsheets to streaming content look incredibly vibrant. HDR10, HDR10+, Dolby Vision, and HLG support ensure you see content exactly as creators intended.

True Tone technology automatically adjusts white balance to match your environment, reducing eye strain during long working sessions. With 224 ppi pixel density, text remains razor-sharp whether you’re reviewing documents or browsing the web.

M5 Performance That Won’t Weigh You Down

Weighing just 1.51 kg and measuring 11.5 mm thin, this MacBook Air proves you don’t need to sacrifice performance for portability. The M5 chip’s 10-core CPU and 10-core GPU deliver desktop-class performance while maintaining all-day battery life.

With 16 GB unified memory and 512 GB SSD storage, you can run multiple applications simultaneously without slowdowns. The 16-core Neural Engine accelerates machine learning tasks, making video editing, photo processing, and AI-powered applications lightning fast.

All-Day Battery & Fast Charging

Get up to 18 hours of continuous video playback or 15 hours of web browsing on a single charge. When you need to top up quickly, fast charging capabilities mean you can regain hours of use in minutes rather than hours.

The 66.5 Wh lithium polymer battery is designed for UK usage patterns, maintaining performance whether you’re working from home, commuting, or travelling across the country. MagSafe 3 charging provides secure, reliable power delivery.

Premium Audio & Camera Experience

Six-speaker system with spatial audio transforms your MacBook Air into a mobile entertainment centre. Whether you’re joining video calls, watching films, or listening to music, the audio quality rivals much larger devices.

The 12 MP Full HD front camera with Voice Isolation and Wide Spectrum microphone modes ensures you look and sound professional on every call. Three-mic array captures clear audio even in noisy environments.

Box Contents

  • MacBook Air M5 laptop
  • USB Type-C to MagSafe 3 cable
  • Documentation

Check Before You Buy

  • Confirm the keyboard layout matches your preference (UK QWERTY standard)
  • Verify Wi-Fi 7 router compatibility for optimal wireless performance
  • Check if you need additional adapters for your existing peripherals
  • Confirm regional warranty coverage for your UK location

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Can this MacBook Air run Windows applications?

A: Yes, through Apple’s Rosetta 2 translation or virtualisation software, though native macOS apps perform best.

Q: How many external displays does it support?

A: The M5 chip supports up to 2 external displays with up to 6K resolution each.

Q: Is the SSD upgradeable after purchase?

A: No, the storage is soldered to the motherboard and cannot be upgraded later.

Q: Does it include an AC adapter?

A: No, the AC adapter is not included in the box.

Q: What’s the repairability score?

A: The device has a repairability index of 6.8 out of 10.

The Consultant’s Verdict & Warranty

The Apple MacBook Air M5 represents exceptional value for UK professionals who need uncompromising performance in an ultra-portable package. With its stunning display, all-day battery life, and next-generation M5 processor, it handles everything from daily productivity to creative workloads with ease.

Covered by the standard Manufacturer Warranty.

Specifications
Design
Product typeLaptop
Form factorClamshell
Product colourBlue
Introduction year2026
Introduction monthMarch
Display
Display number of colours1.07 billion colours
Pixel density224 ppi
Panel typeIPS
LED backlightYes
Display brightness500 cd/m²
TouchscreenNo
Display resolution2880 x 1864 pixels
Display diagonal38.9 cm (15.3")
High Dynamic Range (HDR) technologyHigh Dynamic Range 10 (HDR10), High Dynamic Range 10+ (HDR10 Plus), Dolby Vision, Hybrid Log-Gamma (HLG)
True Tone technologyYes
High Dynamic Range (HDR) supportedYes
Display technology marketing nameLiquid Retina
Number of external displays supported2
Processor
Processor generationApple M 5th Gen
Processor modelM5
Processor cores10
Processor manufacturerApple
Processor familyApple M
Efficient cores6
Neural processor unit (NPU)
Neural processor unit (NPU)Apple Neural Engine (ANE)
Neural processor unit (NPU) cores16
Memory
Memory form factorOn-board
Internal memory16 GB
Maximum internal memory16 GB
Storage
Storage mediaSSD
Optical drive typeNo
Number of SSDs installed1
SSD capacity512 GB
Card reader integratedNo
Compatible memory cardsNot supported
Total storage capacity512 GB
Intel® Optane™ Memory module installedNo
Total SSDs capacity512 GB
Graphics
Discrete graphics cardNo
On-board graphics card familyApple
On-board graphics card 4K supportYes
On-board graphics cardYes
On-board graphics card modelApple GPU
Discrete graphics card modelNot available
On-board graphics card cores10
On-board graphics card 6K supportYes
Memory bandwidth (max)153 GB/s
On-board GPU manufacturerApple
On-board graphics card 8K supportYes
Ray tracing accelerationYes
Audio
Number of microphones3
Audio formats supportedMP3, AAC, ALAC, FLAC
Number of built-in speakers6
Built-in microphoneYes
Microphone modesVoice Isolation, Wide Spectrum
Spatial audioYes
Camera
Front cameraYes
Front camera resolution (numeric)12 MP
Front camera resolution1920 x 1080 pixels
Front camera HD typeFull HD
Optical drive
Optical drive typeNo
Network
Mobile network connectionNo
Mobile network generationNot supported
Top Wi-Fi standardWi-Fi 7 (802.11be)
Wi-Fi standardsWi-Fi 7 (802.11be)
Ethernet LANNo
BluetoothYes
Bluetooth version6.0
Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE)Yes
Wireless networking chipApple N1
Thread networking technologyYes
Ports & interfaces
USB Type-C DisplayPort Alternate ModeYes
Headphone outputs1
Docking connectorYes
USB Power Delivery (USB PD)Yes
Charging port typeMagSafe 3
Thunderbolt 4 ports quantity2
Intel® Thunderbolt 4Yes
Performance
Ambient light sensorYes
Repairability index6.8
Accessibility featuresVoiceOver, Zoom, Voice Control, Switch Control, Closed Captions, Live Captions, Accessibility Reader, Live Speech, Motion & display and text settings, Personal Voice
Keyboard
Pointing deviceTrackpad
Numeric keypadNo
Keyboard backlitYes
Pressure sensing trackpadYes
Software
Pre-installed softwareApp Store, Books, Calendar, Contacts, FaceTime, Find My, Freeform, Games, GarageBand, Home, iMovie, iPhone Mirroring, Journal, Keynote, Mail, Maps, Messages, Music, News, Notes, Numbers, Pages, Passwords, Phone, Photo Booth, Photos, Podcasts, Preview, QuickTime Player, Reminders, Safari, Shortcuts, Stocks, Time Machine, Tips, TV, Voice Memos, Weather
Operating system installedmacOS Tahoe
Apple IntelligenceYes
Technical details
Form factorClamshell
Product colourBlue
Repairability index6.8
Warranty period1 year(s)
Processor special features
Video encode engineYes
Video decode engineYes
Brand-specific features
Accessibility featuresVoiceOver, Zoom, Voice Control, Switch Control, Closed Captions, Live Captions, Accessibility Reader, Live Speech, Motion & display and text settings, Personal Voice
Brand specific technologiesWide color (P3)
Battery
Battery technologyLithium Polymer (LiPo)
Battery capacity66.5 Wh
Fast chargingYes
Browsing time (Wi-Fi)15 h
Continuous video playback time (streamed)18 h
Power
USB Power Delivery (USB PD)Yes
USB Type-C charging portYes
USB Type-C required charging power (min)35 W
USB Type-C required charging power (max)72 W
Security
Fingerprint readerYes
Operational conditions
Operating temperature (T-T)10 - 35 °C
Storage temperature (T-T)-25 - 45 °C
Operating relative humidity (H-H)0 - 90%
Operating altitude0 - 3000 m
Non-operating altitude0 - 4500 m
Maximum shipping altitude10500 m
Weight & dimensions
Width340.4 mm
Depth237.6 mm
Height11.5 mm
Weight1.51 kg
Packaging data
Package weight2.34 kg
Package width58.7 mm
Package height280.1 mm
Package depth384.5 mm
Cables includedUSB Type-C to MagSafe 3
AC adapter includedNo
Other features
Ambient light sensorYes
On-board graphics cardYes
Maximum shipping altitude10500 m
Dolby technologiesDolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby Atmos
AC adapter includedNo
Warranty period1 year(s)
Video formats supportedHEVC, H.264, AV1, ProRes
Sensors
Ambient light sensorYes
Packaging content
Cables includedUSB Type-C to MagSafe 3
AC adapter includedNo
Identifiers
Distributor SKUsCR34673, CR34797, CR43726, MDVQ4BA, 12318016, 2072985

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