Apple MacBook Air 13.6" M4 (Early 2025) Overview
Category: Creative Laptops
Redesigned for power and portability, the 13.6" Apple MacBook Air with the new M4 chip delivers exceptional performance for creative professionals on the move. Engineered with Apple’s advanced 3nm process, the 10-core CPU, 10-core GPU, and 16-core Neural Engine elevate everything from photo editing to AI-assisted workflows.
With 24GB of unified memory and a 1TB SSD, this MacBook Air ensures smooth multitasking, lightning-fast file access, and ample storage for media libraries and large projects. Thunderbolt 4 ports support high-speed peripherals, while the 12MP Center Stage camera keeps you front and center during video calls—perfect for hybrid work and collaboration.
M4 Chip Performance
- 10-core CPU with 120 GB/s memory bandwidth—up to 2x faster than the M1
- 10-core GPU supports Dynamic Caching, hardware-accelerated ray tracing, and mesh shading
- 16-core Neural Engine is over 3x faster than in M1, powering advanced Apple Intelligence tools
- Ships with 24GB unified memory, optimized for performance in demanding creative workflows
13.6" Liquid Retina Display
- 2560 × 1664 resolution with support for 1 billion colors
- 500 nits brightness, P3 wide color, and True Tone for vibrant, lifelike visuals
- Ideal for design, content creation, and general productivity
AI with Apple Intelligence
Powered by the M4 chip, Apple Intelligence introduces smart, privacy-focused tools available in macOS Sequoia (U.S. English):
- Writing Tools: Rewrite, summarize, or generate content using on-device and ChatGPT support
- Image Playground: Create custom images from prompts or your Photos library
- Siri with Context: Search intelligently across emails, files, and apps—now integrated with ChatGPT
- Private Cloud Compute: Securely offloads complex tasks without compromising user privacy
12MP Center Stage Camera & Studio-Quality Audio
- Center Stage keeps you in frame during video calls
- Desk View lets you share what’s on your desk effortlessly
- Three-mic array delivers clear voice pickup with minimal background noise
Thunderbolt 4 & MagSafe 3
- Thunderbolt 4 supports data, video, and charging at up to 40 Gb/s
- MagSafe 3 enables safe, fast charging—up to 50% battery in 30 minutes
- Compatible with a wide range of peripherals and accessories
External Display Support
- Supports up to two 6K @ 60Hz external displays in addition to the built-in display
- Perfect for professionals working across multiple windows or applications
Keyboard, Trackpad & Touch ID
- Backlit Magic Keyboard with 78-key US layout and full-height function keys
- Force Touch trackpad supports precision control and multi-touch gestures
- Touch ID ensures secure login and fast Apple Pay transactions, protected by the Secure Enclave
Slim, Silent & Sustainable
- Weighs just 3.3 pounds and measures only 0.45" thin
- Fanless design ensures silent operation
- Constructed from over 50% recycled materials, including 100% recycled aluminum enclosure
Sustainability Highlights
- 100% recycled aluminum, cobalt, copper, rare earths, and gold in major components
- Over 95% recycled lithium in the battery
- 100% fiber-based packaging with at least 50% recycled content
- Designed to reduce environmental impact across manufacturing and product life