Apple MacBook Air 13-inch
Light everyday macOS laptopScore 6.7
| Processor | Apple M5, 10-core CPU |
|---|---|
| Graphics | Apple M5 10-core GPU |
| Memory | 16 GB |
| Storage | 512 GB |
| Screen size | 14.2 in |
| Resolution | 3024x1964 |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz |
| Panel | Liquid Retina XDR, ProMotion |
| Brightness | Sdr, up to, outdoor 1000 nits |
| HDR peak brightness | Peak, hdr content only 1600 nits |
| Weight | 1.55 kg (3.42 lb) |
| Battery | 72.4 Wh |
| Ports | 3x Thunderbolt 4 (USB-C), HDMI, SDXC card slot, MagSafe 3, 3.5 mm headphone jack |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6E |
| Operating system | macOS |
Source: Apple official specs (opens in a new tab), checked line by line, checked Nov 8, 2026.
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Apple MacBook Pro 14-inch (M5, 16 GB, 512 GB)
Pro macOS laptop with ports.
Offerove spec score 7.3 out of 10Brightness 10.0, portability 7.0, battery capacity 6.5. How it works
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Good for
- Photo and video editors
- People who need HDMI and SD
- 120 Hz ProMotion display
- HDMI and SDXC slot built in
- Up to 24 h video streaming (Apple)
Not for
- Light web and docs users
- Windows-only gamers
- Heavier than MacBook Air
- 16 GB base memory
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