Apple MacBook Air 13.6" M4 (Early 2025) Overview
Category: Creative Laptops
Redesigned for power and portability, the 13.6" Apple MacBook Air now features Apple’s advanced M4 chip, built on a cutting-edge 3nm architecture. With a 10-core CPU, an 8-core GPU, and a 16-core Neural Engine, this fanless laptop brings impressive performance and efficiency for creative professionals and everyday users alike. Apple Intelligence adds a new layer of AI-powered functionality for writing, image generation, and voice assistance—right on your Mac.
Equipped with 16GB of unified memory and 256GB of SSD storage, the MacBook Air ensures smooth multitasking and fast app launches. Thunderbolt 4 ports offer flexible connectivity, while the 12MP Center Stage camera enhances your video calls by keeping you perfectly framed.
macOS comes preinstalled, and users can check Apple’s website for upgrade eligibility.
M4 Chip Performance
- 10-core CPU with 120 GB/s memory bandwidth delivers up to 2x faster performance than M1
- 8-core GPU supports Dynamic Caching, ray tracing, and mesh shading for demanding graphics tasks
- 16GB unified memory ensures smooth multitasking
- 16-core Neural Engine is over 3x faster than M1, powering Apple Intelligence
13.6" Liquid Retina Display
- 2560 x 1664 resolution with support for 1 billion colors
- P3 wide color gamut and 500 nits of brightness for vivid, accurate visuals
- True Tone adapts display temperature for a more natural viewing experience
AI with Apple Intelligence (macOS Sequoia)
Unlock new capabilities with Apple Intelligence:
- Writing Tools: Rewrite, summarize, and compose content using on-device AI and ChatGPT
- Image Playground: Instantly create original images from prompts or personal photos
- Siri: Now context-aware, Siri uses your device data to deliver personalized results and integrates with ChatGPT when needed
- Privacy First: Most AI tasks run on-device, while Private Cloud Compute handles advanced processing securely
Camera & Audio
- 12MP Center Stage camera keeps you centered during calls
- Desk View shares your workspace virtually
- Three-mic array captures your voice clearly while minimizing background noise
Thunderbolt 4 & MagSafe 3
- Thunderbolt 4: Fast, flexible port for charging, data transfer (up to 40 Gb/s), and display output
- MagSafe 3: Easy, secure magnetic charging with fast-charge support (up to 50% in 30 minutes)
External Display Support
- Drive up to two external 6K displays at 60 Hz alongside the built-in screen
- Ideal for creators, multitaskers, and professionals working across apps and windows
Magic Keyboard, Trackpad & Touch ID
- Backlit Magic Keyboard with 12 full-height function keys and inverted-T arrow keys
- Force Touch trackpad supports advanced gestures and precise control
- Touch ID provides secure, instant logins and Apple Pay access, secured by the Secure Enclave
Portable, Silent Design
- Weighs just 3.3 lbs and measures 0.45 inches thin
- Fanless design means completely silent operation
- Made from over 50% recycled materials, including a durable aluminum enclosure
Sustainable Construction
Apple designed the MacBook Air to minimize environmental impact:
- 100% recycled aluminum (enclosure and trackpad gel plate)
- 100% recycled cobalt, copper, and rare earth elements in major components
- 100% recycled gold in camera wiring and circuit board plating
- Over 95% recycled lithium in the battery
- 90% recycled steel in internal components
- 100% fiber-based packaging with at least 50% recycled content