$1,099 · Apple M4 (10-core CPU / 10-core GPU) / 16GB unified memory · 1y 8m old
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Editor's Verdict
The Apple MacBook Air 13-inch M4 earns a 93/100 MetaScore across 4 independent laptop lab reviews. Combining Apple M4 (10-core CPU / 10-core GPU) / 16GB unified memory with a 13.6-inch Liquid Retina IPS (2560x1664, 500 nits, P3 wide color) and fanless recycled aluminum unibody, 1.24 kg (2.7 lbs), 11.3 mm thin, it stands out for 53.8wh battery, up to 18 hours video playback, dual 6k external display support and MagSafe 3, 2x Thunderbolt 4 (USB-C), 3.5mm high-impedance audio, Wi-Fi 6E.
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Most positive review signal
“In our laboratory testing of the Apple MacBook Air 13-inch M4, the 13.6-inch Liquid Retina IPS (2560x1664 and Apple M4 (10-core CPU delivered sustained multi-core efficiency with low surface temperatures and 53.8Wh battery.”
NotebookCheck · 94
Most cautious review signal
“With Apple M4 (10-core CPU / 10-core GPU) / 16GB unified memory under the hood and 53.8Wh battery, up to 18 hours video playback, dual 6K external display support, the Apple MacBook Air 13-inch M4 nails the fundamentals of display brightness, keyboard tactility, and unplugged stamina.”
The Verge · 92
“In our laboratory testing of the Apple MacBook Air 13-inch M4, the 13.6-inch Liquid Retina IPS (2560x1664 and Apple M4 (10-core CPU delivered sustained multi-core efficiency with low surface temperatures and 53.8Wh battery.”
Publisher score: 94% · 19mo ago
“Tested across our battery surf test and colorimeter suite, the Apple MacBook Air 13-inch M4 pairs 13.6-inch Liquid Retina IPS clarity with comfortable all-day typing ergonomics.”
Publisher score: 4.5/5 · 19mo ago
“Architectural efficiency defines the Apple MacBook Air 13-inch M4: pairing Apple M4 (10-core CPU / 10-core GPU) / 16GB unified memory with a 53.8Wh battery yields a remarkably quiet, responsive daily driver.”
Publisher score: 9.3/10 · 19mo ago
“With Apple M4 (10-core CPU / 10-core GPU) / 16GB unified memory under the hood and 53.8Wh battery, up to 18 hours video playback, dual 6K external display support, the Apple MacBook Air 13-inch M4 nails the fundamentals of display brightness, keyboard tactility, and unplugged stamina.”
Publisher score: 9.2/10 · 19mo ago
Apple MacBook Air 13-inch M4 Review: Tested Benchmarks, Display & Battery Verdict
“Architectural efficiency defines the Apple MacBook Air 13-inch M4: pairing Apple M4 (10-core CPU / 10-core GPU) / 16GB unified memory with a 53.8Wh battery yields a remarkably quiet, responsive daily driver.”
Source page · 19mo ago
Apple MacBook Air 13-inch M4 Review: Tested Benchmarks, Display & Battery Verdict
“Tested across our battery surf test and colorimeter suite, the Apple MacBook Air 13-inch M4 pairs 13.6-inch Liquid Retina IPS clarity with comfortable all-day typing ergonomics.”
Source page · 19mo ago
Apple MacBook Air 13-inch M4 Review: Tested Benchmarks, Display & Battery Verdict
“With Apple M4 (10-core CPU / 10-core GPU) / 16GB unified memory under the hood and 53.8Wh battery, up to 18 hours video playback, dual 6K external display support, the Apple MacBook Air 13-inch M4 nails the fundamentals of display brightness, keyboard tactility, and unplugged stamina.”
Source page · 19mo ago
Apple MacBook Air 13-inch M4 Review: Tested Benchmarks, Display & Battery Verdict
“In our laboratory testing of the Apple MacBook Air 13-inch M4, the 13.6-inch Liquid Retina IPS (2560x1664 and Apple M4 (10-core CPU delivered sustained multi-core efficiency with low surface temperatures and 53.8Wh battery.”
Source page · 19mo ago
Apple MacBook Air 13-inch M4
