Apple MacBook Air 15.3″ M5 16GB 512GB SSD macOS Beige
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About This Item
- 15.3-inch Liquid Retina display with 2880 x 1864 resolution, 224 ppi, and 1.07 billion colours
- Apple M5 chip with 10-core CPU, 10-core GPU, and 16-core Neural Engine
- 16 GB unified memory and 512 GB SSD storage
- Clamshell design in beige, weighing 1.51 kg with 11.5 mm thickness
- Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 6.0, and two Thunderbolt 4 ports with MagSafe 3 charging
- Up to 18 hours video playback with 66.5 Wh battery and fast charging support
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Apple MacBook Air | M5 15.3″ Liquid Retina
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 Beige is built for professionals needing portability and power. It features a powerful M5 chip with a 10-core CPU and 10-core GPU. This model balances a large display with a lightweight 1.51 kg chassis. It is suited for creative work, coding, and daily productivity.
Slim Specifications
| Metric | Spec. |
|---|---|
| Processor | Apple M5 (10-core CPU, 10-core GPU) |
| Display | 15.3″ Liquid Retina (2880 x 1864) |
| Memory | 16 GB Unified Memory |
| Storage | 512 GB SSD |
| Wireless | Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 6.0 |
| Battery | Up to 18 hours video playback |
15.3-inch Liquid Retina Display
The 38.9 cm display offers a 2880 x 1864 resolution. It delivers 500 nits of brightness and supports 1.07 billion colours. True Tone technology adjusts the white balance to match your environment. The panel supports HDR10, Dolby Vision, and HLG for rich video playback.
M5 Chip Performance
The M5 processor integrates a 10-core CPU and 10-core GPU. It manages heavy workloads with 6 efficient cores for battery conservation. The 16-core Neural Engine accelerates AI tasks. This architecture supports hardware-accelerated ray tracing for graphics-intensive apps.
Memory and Storage
This unit includes 16 GB of unified memory. The bandwidth reaches 153 GB/s for fast data access. It houses a 512 GB SSD for file storage and application loading. The memory is on-board and cannot be upgraded later.
Connectivity and Ports
Connect via two Thunderbolt 4 ports. These support USB Type-C DisplayPort Alternate Mode. A MagSafe 3 port handles charging with USB Power Delivery. You also get one 3.5 mm headphone jack. Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 6.0 provide modern wireless connections.
Audio and Visuals
The laptop includes a six-speaker sound system with Spatial Audio. It supports Dolby Atmos for immersive sound. A 12 MP Center Stage camera handles video calls. Three microphones offer Voice Isolation and Wide Spectrum modes.
Battery and Charging
The 66.5 Wh battery provides up to 15 hours of web browsing. Stream video for up to 18 hours on a single charge. Fast charging is supported. Note that a power adapter is not included in the box; you may need a 35W to 72W USB-C charger.
macOS Tahoe and Software
This model runs macOS Tahoe. It includes Apple Intelligence features for system-wide assistance. Pre-installed apps cover creativity, productivity, and entertainment. Accessibility features like VoiceOver and Live Captions are built-in.
In the box
- Apple MacBook Air (Beige)
- USB Type-C to MagSafe 3 Cable (2m)
Before you order
- Confirm the keyboard layout. UK models usually have a British QWERTY layout, but verify this if importing.
- Check the warranty region. This model is covered by a 1-year limited warranty; confirm UK service availability.
- Verify the power adapter. No AC adapter is included. You will need a compatible USB-C charger (minimum 35W).
- Check Wi-Fi 7 support. Ensure your router supports Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) to use the fastest speeds.
Buyer FAQs
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Summary & warranty
This MacBook Air is ideal for mobile professionals who value screen real estate and battery life. It suits creative users needing GPU acceleration for video and design. It is not for users needing legacy ports without adapters. Covered by the applicable manufacturer warranty.
| Product type | Laptop |
|---|---|
| Form factor | Clamshell |
| Product colour | Beige |
| Introduction year | 2026 |
| Introduction month | March |
| Display number of colours | 1.07 billion colours |
| Pixel density | 224 ppi |
| LED backlight | Yes |
| Display brightness | 500 cd/m² |
| Display diagonal | 38.9 cm (15.3″) |
| High Dynamic Range HDR technology | High Dynamic Range 10 (HDR10), High Dynamic Range 10+ (HDR10 Plus), Dolby Vision, Hybrid Log-Gamma (HLG) |
| True Tone technology | Yes |
| High Dynamic Range HDR supported | Yes |
| Display technology marketing name | Liquid Retina |
| Number of external displays supported | 2 |
| Processor model | M5 |
| Processor manufacturer | Apple |
| Processor family | Apple M |
| Efficient cores | 6 |
| Neural processor unit NPU | Apple Neural Engine (ANE) |
| Neural processor unit NPU cores | 16 |
| Memory form factor | On-board |
| Internal memory | 16 GB |
| Maximum internal memory | 16 GB |
| Storage media | SSD |
| Optical drive type | No |
| Number of SSDs installed | 1 |
| Card reader integrated | No |
| Compatible memory cards | Not supported |
| Total storage capacity | 512 GB |
| Intel Optane Memory module installed | No |
| Total SSDs capacity | 512 GB |
| Discrete graphics card | No |
| On-board graphics card family | Apple |
| On-board graphics card 4K support | Yes |
| On-board graphics card | Yes |
| On-board graphics card model | Apple GPU |
| Discrete graphics card model | Not available |
| On-board graphics card cores | 10 |
| On-board graphics card 6K support | Yes |
| Memory bandwidth max | 153 GB/s |
| On-board GPU manufacturer | Apple |
| On-board graphics card 8K support | Yes |
| Ray tracing acceleration | Yes |
| Number of microphones | 3 |
| Audio formats supported | MP3, AAC, ALAC, FLAC |
| Number of built-in speakers | 6 |
| Built-in microphone | Yes |
| Microphone modes | Voice Isolation, Wide Spectrum |
| Spatial audio | Yes |
| Front camera | Yes |
| Front camera resolution numeric | 12 MP |
| Front camera resolution | 1920 x 1080 pixels |
| Front camera HD type | Full HD |
| Mobile network connection | No |
| Mobile network generation | Not supported |
| Top Wi-Fi standard | Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) |
| Wi-Fi standards | Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) |
| Bluetooth version | 6.0 |
| Bluetooth Low Energy BLE | Yes |
| Wireless networking chip | Apple N1 |
| Thread networking technology | Yes |
| USB Type-C DisplayPort Alternate Mode | Yes |
| Headphone outputs | 1 |
| Docking connector | Yes |
| USB Power Delivery USB PD | Yes |
| Charging port type | MagSafe 3 |
| Thunderbolt 4 ports quantity | 2 |
| Intel Thunderbolt 4 | Yes |
| Ambient light sensor | Yes |
| Repairability index | 6.8 |
| Accessibility features | VoiceOver, Zoom, Voice Control, Switch Control, Closed Captions, Live Captions, Accessibility Reader, Live Speech, Motion & display and text settings, Personal Voice |
| Pointing device | Trackpad |
| Numeric keypad | No |
| Keyboard backlit | Yes |
| Pressure sensing trackpad | Yes |
| Pre-installed software | App 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 installed | macOS Tahoe |
| Apple Intelligence | Yes |
| Warranty period | 1 year(s) |
| Video encode engine | Yes |
| Video decode engine | Yes |
| Brand specific technologies | Wide color (P3) |
| Battery technology | Lithium Polymer (LiPo) |
| Battery capacity | 66.5 Wh |
| Fast charging | Yes |
| Browsing time Wi-Fi | 15 h |
| Continuous video playback time streamed | 18 h |
| USB Type-C charging port | Yes |
| USB Type-C required charging power min | 35 W |
| USB Type-C required charging power max | 72 W |
| Fingerprint reader | Yes |
| Operating temperature T-T | 10 – 35 °C |
| Storage temperature T-T | -25 – 45 °C |
| Operating relative humidity H-H | 0 – 90% |
| Operating altitude | 0 – 3000 m |
| Non-operating altitude | 0 – 4500 m |
| Maximum shipping altitude | 10500 m |
| Width | 340.4 mm |
| Depth | 237.6 mm |
| Height | 11.5 mm |
| Weight | 1.51 kg |
| Package weight | 2.34 kg |
| Package width | 58.7 mm |
| Package height | 280.1 mm |
| Package depth | 384.5 mm |
| Cables included | USB Type-C to MagSafe 3 |
| AC adapter included | No |
| Dolby technologies | Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby Atmos |
| Video formats supported | HEVC, H.264, AV1, ProRes |
| Distributor SKUs | CR34662, CR34811, CR43709, MDVD4BA, 12318010, 2072986 |
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