Apple MacBook Air M5 13.6″ 16GB 512GB SSD Wi-Fi 7 macOS
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About This Item
- 13.6″ Liquid Retina display with 500 cd/m² brightness and HDR10+ support
- Apple M5 chip with 10-core CPU, 8-core GPU and 16-core Neural Engine
- 16 GB unified memory and 512 GB SSD storage
- Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 6.0 for ultra-fast wireless connectivity
- MagSafe 3 charging with 2x Thunderbolt 4 ports
- macOS Tahoe with Apple Intelligence and 15-hour battery life
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Apple MacBook Air M5 | 13.6″ Ultra-Portable Powerhouse
The Apple MacBook Air with the M5 chip delivers exceptional performance in an ultra-light 1.23 kg design. Featuring 16 GB RAM and a 512 GB SSD, this 34.5 cm (13.6″) laptop with Liquid Retina display is built for professionals who demand both power and portability in a sleek silver chassis.
Slim Specs Table
| Metric | Spec |
|---|---|
| Display | 34.5 cm (13.6″) Liquid Retina, 2560 x 1664, 500 cd/m² |
| Processor | Apple M5, 10-core (6 performance + 4 efficient) |
| Memory | 16 GB unified memory |
| Storage | 512 GB SSD |
| Battery Life | Up to 15 hours web browsing, 18 hours video |
M5 Performance That Keeps Up With You
The fifth-generation Apple M5 chip delivers remarkable performance with 10 cores and a 16-core Neural Engine. Whether you’re editing 4K video, running complex code, or managing multiple creative applications simultaneously, the M5 handles it all without breaking a sweat. The 153 GB/s memory bandwidth ensures smooth multitasking, while the 8-core Apple GPU supports both 4K and 6K external displays for expanded workspace capabilities.
Liquid Retina Display Excellence
The 34.5 cm (13.6″) Liquid Retina display offers 1.07 billion colours with P3 wide colour support, making it perfect for photo and video work. At 224 ppi pixel density and 500 cd/m² brightness, this IPS panel delivers crisp, vibrant visuals in any lighting condition. HDR10+, Dolby Vision, and HLG support ensure you see content exactly as creators intended, while True Tone technology automatically adjusts white balance to match your environment.
Exceptional Battery Life and Portability
Weighing just 1.23 kg and measuring only 11.3 mm thin, this MacBook Air is designed for life on the move. The 53.8 Wh lithium polymer battery provides up to 15 hours of web browsing or 18 hours of video playback. Fast charging support means you can quickly top up when needed, and the included USB-C to MagSafe 3 cable ensures convenient charging. The combination of lightweight design and all-day battery life makes this ideal for professionals who work from anywhere.
Advanced Connectivity and Security
With Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 6.0, you’ll experience the fastest wireless connections available. Two Thunderbolt 4 ports provide versatile connectivity for external displays, storage, and accessories. The integrated Touch ID fingerprint reader offers secure authentication, while the three-microphone array with Voice Isolation ensures crystal-clear calls and recordings. Thread networking technology adds smart home compatibility for the connected workspace.
Box contents
- MacBook Air with M5 chip
- USB-C to MagSafe 3 charging cable
- Documentation
Check before you buy
- Confirm the UK keyboard layout meets your typing preferences
- Verify your UK power adapter compatibility (AC adapter not included)
- Check that your existing accessories work with Thunderbolt 4/USB-C
- Confirm the 1-year manufacturer warranty covers your intended use
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Can this MacBook Air run external 4K displays?
A: Yes, the M5 chip supports up to two external displays with 4K resolution at 60Hz.
Q: Is the RAM upgradeable on this model?
A: No, the 16 GB RAM is onboard and cannot be upgraded after purchase.
Q: Does this laptop include an SD card reader?
A: No, there is no integrated card reader. You’ll need a USB-C adapter for SD cards.
Q: What operating system comes pre-installed?
A: This MacBook Air comes with macOS Tahoe and includes Apple Intelligence features.
Q: Can I use this laptop for gaming?
A: Yes, the 8-core Apple GPU and M5 chip provide good gaming performance for many titles, especially those optimised for Apple Silicon.
The Consultant’s verdict & warranty
The Apple MacBook Air M5 represents exceptional value for professionals, students, and creatives who need uncompromising performance in an ultra-portable package. With its powerful M5 processor, stunning Liquid Retina display, and all-day battery life, this laptop excels at both productivity and creative tasks. Covered by the standard Manufacturer Warranty.
| Design | |
|---|---|
| Product type | Laptop |
| Form factor | Clamshell |
| Product colour | Silver |
| Introduction year | 2026 |
| Introduction month | March |
| Display | |
| Display number of colours | 1.07 billion colours |
| Pixel density | 224 ppi |
| Panel type | IPS |
| LED backlight | Yes |
| Display brightness | 500 cd/m² |
| Touchscreen | No |
| Display resolution | 2560 x 1664 pixels |
| Display diagonal | 34.5 cm (13.6") |
| High Dynamic Range (HDR) technology | High Dynamic Range 10+ (HDR10 Plus), Dolby Vision, High Dynamic Range 10 (HDR10), 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 | |
| Processor generation | Apple M 5th Gen |
| Processor model | M5 |
| Processor cores | 10 |
| Processor manufacturer | Apple |
| Processor family | Apple M |
| Efficient cores | 6 |
| Neural processor unit (NPU) | |
| Neural processor unit (NPU) | Apple Neural Engine (ANE) |
| Neural processor unit (NPU) cores | 16 |
| Memory | |
| Memory form factor | On-board |
| Internal memory | 16 GB |
| Maximum internal memory | 16 GB |
| Storage | |
| Storage media | SSD |
| Optical drive type | No |
| Number of SSDs installed | 1 |
| SSD capacity | 512 GB |
| 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 |
| Graphics | |
| 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 | 8 |
| 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 |
| Audio | |
| Number of microphones | 3 |
| Audio formats supported | AAC, MP3, ALAC, FLAC |
| Number of built-in speakers | 4 |
| Built-in microphone | Yes |
| Microphone modes | Voice Isolation, Wide Spectrum |
| Spatial audio | Yes |
| Camera | |
| Front camera | Yes |
| Front camera resolution (numeric) | 12 MP |
| Front camera resolution | 1920 x 1080 pixels |
| Front camera HD type | Full HD |
| Optical drive | |
| Optical drive type | No |
| Network | |
| 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) |
| Ethernet LAN | No |
| Bluetooth | Yes |
| Bluetooth version | 6.0 |
| Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) | Yes |
| Wireless networking chip | Apple N1 |
| Thread networking technology | Yes |
| Ports & interfaces | |
| 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 |
| Performance | |
| 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 |
| Keyboard | |
| Pointing device | Trackpad |
| Numeric keypad | No |
| Keyboard backlit | Yes |
| Pressure sensing trackpad | Yes |
| Software | |
| 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 |
| Technical details | |
| Form factor | Clamshell |
| Product colour | Silver |
| Repairability index | 6.8 |
| Warranty period | 1 year(s) |
| Processor special features | |
| Video encode engine | Yes |
| Video decode engine | Yes |
| Brand-specific features | |
| Accessibility features | VoiceOver, Zoom, Voice Control, Switch Control, Closed Captions, Live Captions, Accessibility Reader, Live Speech, Motion & display and text settings, Personal Voice |
| Brand specific technologies | Wide color (P3) |
| Battery | |
| Battery technology | Lithium Polymer (LiPo) |
| Battery capacity | 53.8 Wh |
| Fast charging | Yes |
| Browsing time (Wi-Fi) | 15 h |
| Continuous video playback time (streamed) | 18 h |
| Power | |
| USB Power Delivery (USB PD) | Yes |
| USB Type-C charging port | Yes |
| USB Type-C required charging power (min) | 30 W |
| USB Type-C required charging power (max) | 72 W |
| Security | |
| Fingerprint reader | Yes |
| Operational conditions | |
| 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 |
| Weight & dimensions | |
| Width | 304.1 mm |
| Depth | 215 mm |
| Height | 11.3 mm |
| Weight | 1.23 kg |
| Packaging data | |
| Package weight | 1.65 kg |
| Package width | 55.4 mm |
| Package height | 244.8 mm |
| Package depth | 335.5 mm |
| Cables included | USB Type-C to MagSafe 3 |
| AC adapter included | No |
| Other features | |
| Ambient light sensor | Yes |
| On-board graphics card | Yes |
| Maximum shipping altitude | 10500 m |
| Dolby technologies | Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby Atmos |
| AC adapter included | No |
| Warranty period | 1 year(s) |
| Video formats supported | HEVC, H.264, AV1, ProRes |
| Sensors | |
| Ambient light sensor | Yes |
| Packaging content | |
| Cables included | USB Type-C to MagSafe 3 |
| AC adapter included | No |
| Identifiers | |
| Distributor SKUs | CR34623, CR34795, CR43685, MDH74BA, 12318046, 2072972 |
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