Apple MacBook Air 13" M3 2024, 16GB, 512GB SSD, Silver

★★★★★ 4.9 (1,497)

The fanless M3 chip delivers smooth everyday performance and up to 18 hours of battery life in a 1.23kg aluminum chassis under half an inch thin. Its 13.6-inch Liquid Retina display supports 1 billion colors, while the 1080p camera and four-speaker Spatial Audio system elevate video calls and media consumption. This machine is best for students and mobile professionals who prioritize all-day portability and a silent, premium build over gaming capability.

CPU M3
RAM 16 GB
Storage 512 GB
Screen 13" 2560x1664
GPU Apple M3 10-core
OS macOS
Weight 1.2 kg
Battery 53 Wh
Apple MacBook Air 13" M3 2024, 16GB, 512GB SSD, Silver laptop
70 Overall Score

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Snapshot

Pros & Cons

Pros

  • Strong social proof (100th percentile) 100th
  • Strong reliability (98th percentile) 98th
  • Strong portability (96th percentile) 96th
  • Strong screen (87th percentile) 87th

Cons

  • Below average affordability (0th percentile)

What owners think

How owner sentiment changed over time

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Owner sentiment has held steady over time
85/100Our AI sentiment readhigh confidence · 156 sources · Oct 2026
1★2★3★4★5★Q1 '24: 5.0★ · 1 reviewQ2 '24: 5.0★ · 17 reviewsQ3 '24: 4.7★ · 25 reviewsQ4 '24: 4.8★ · 23 reviewsQ1 '25: 4.8★ · 38 reviewsQ2 '25: 5.0★ · 22 reviewsQ3 '25: 4.9★ · 14 reviewsQ4 '25: 5.0★ · 6 reviewsQ1 '26: 5.0★ · 5 reviewsQ2 '26: 5.0★ · 3 reviewsQ3 '26: 5.0★ · 2 reviews11725233822146532Q1 '24Q2 '24Q3 '24Q4 '24Q1 '25Q2 '25Q3 '25Q4 '25Q1 '26Q2 '26Q3 '26
Avg ratingHappy (4-5★)Unhappy (1-2★)Bar height = number of reviews
  1. Q1 2026100/1005.0★5 reviews

    All five reviews are highly positive, praising the MacBook for school, work, and creative tasks. Users highlight ease of use, speed, and seamless setup.

    • Excellent for school and work, replacing Windows with less hassle.
    • Fast performance for photo and video editing.
    • Slick design and easy setup across devices.
    • Great for everyday use and personal tasks.
  2. Q4 2025100/1005.0★6 reviews

    Buyers praised the MacBook for its speed, lightweight design, battery life, and value. One user switched from a failed Lenovo, citing reliability.

    • Fast, lightweight, and clear screen for school and everyday tasks.
    • Good value and cost-efficient purchase.
    • Seamless connectivity with phone and TV.
    • One buyer's previous Lenovo laptop crashed within a year.
  3. Q3 202597/1004.9★14 reviews

    Buyers in Q3 2025 praised the MacBook Air M3 for its speed, portability, and battery life. Many highlighted its suitability for school and work, with overall high satisfaction.

    • Performance and speed praised for smooth multitasking and fast operation.
    • Portability and lightweight design appreciated for easy carrying.
    • Battery life noted as lasting through a full day of use.
    • Screen clarity and sharpness received positive mentions.
  4. Q2 202597/1005.0★22 reviews

    Buyers in Q2 2025 praise the MacBook Air M3 for its speed, lightweight design, and excellent battery life. It handles professional tasks like coding and video editing with ease.

    • Exceptional performance for professional tasks like coding, video editing, and multitasking.
    • Lightweight and portable design, easy to carry in a backpack.
    • Outstanding battery life, lasting all day without issues.
    • Poor gaming support with few native games available.
  5. Q1 202592/1004.8★38 reviews

    Buyers praise the MacBook Air's speed, battery life, and build quality. A few note heating concerns and limited ports, while one reports a trade-in dispute with Best Buy.

    • Excellent performance, speed, and battery life for daily and professional tasks.
    • Lightweight, sleek design with vibrant Retina display and quiet operation.
    • Some users report heating issues; others find it runs cool even under load.
    • One buyer alleges Best Buy failed to honor a trade-in credit, requiring legal action.
  6. Q4 202491/1004.8★23 reviews

    Buyers praise the MacBook Air M3 for its speed, lightweight design, and battery life. A few mention delivery issues with Best Buy and one screen defect.

    • Performance and speed of M3 chip praised for multitasking and demanding apps.
    • Lightweight, slim design and portability ideal for students and travel.
    • Battery life excellent, lasting full day even with heavy use.
    • Best Buy delivery issues: lost computer, canceled order, poor customer service.
  7. Q3 202488/1004.7★25 reviews

    Buyers praise the MacBook Air M3 for its speed, lightweight design, and value. Some report delivery issues and inconsistent student discounts.

    • Fast performance and M3 chip praised as a big upgrade from older models.
    • Lightweight and portable, ideal for travel and daily use.
    • Delivery delays and poor customer service reported by a few buyers.
    • Inconsistent student discount policy caused disappointment for one buyer.
  8. Q2 2024100/1005.0★17 reviews

    All 17 reviews are 5-star. Buyers praise the MacBook Air M3 for its battery life, performance, and lightweight design, often using it for school or work.

    • Excellent battery life and performance for everyday tasks.
    • Lightweight and portable design, great for travel and college.
    • Smooth operation and user-friendly interface, easy to navigate.
    • Good value with memory/storage options and Touch ID convenience.

Based on 156 dated customer reviews, grouped by calendar quarter. Period analysis is in English.

The proof

Performance

Performance Percentiles

CPU 68.1
GPU 72.4
RAM 50
Ports 38.7
Screen 87
Portability 96
Storage 35.8
User Sentiment 81.2
Reliability 98.1
Social Proof 99.6
Affordability 0

Specifications

Full Specifications

Processor

Cores 8

Graphics

GPU Apple M3 10-core
Type Integrated
VRAM Type Unified

Memory & Storage

RAM 16 GB
RAM Generation LPDDR5
Storage 512 GB
Storage Type SSD

Display

Size 13"
Resolution 2560x1664 (QHD)
Panel IPS
Brightness 500 nits

Connectivity

USB-C Ports 2
Thunderbolt 2x Thunderbolt
Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 6E
Bluetooth Bluetooth 5.3

Physical

Weight 1.2 kg / 2.7 lbs
Battery 53 Wh
OS macOS

vs Competition

Spec Apple MacBook Air 13" M3 ASUS ROG Zephyrus GA403WW-G14.R95080 Lenovo Legion 5i 83F00008US HP OMEN Transcend MSI Raider RAIDERGE6814247 Dell Premium LDA14250-7667SLV-PUS
CPU M3 AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 Intel Core Ultra 7 255HX Intel Core Ultra 9 285H Intel Core i9 14900HX Intel Core Ultra 7 255H
RAM (GB) 16 32 32 32 32 32
Storage (GB) 512 2048 1024 1024 2048 1024
Screen 13" 2560x1664 14" 2880x1800 15.1" 2560x1600 14" 2880x1800 16" 3840x2160 14.5" 3200x2000
GPU Apple M3 10-core NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Intel Arc Graphics
OS macOS Windows 11 Home Windows 11 Home Windows 11 Home Windows 11 Home Windows 11 Home
Weight (kg) 1.2 1.6 2 1.6 2.7 1.7
Battery (Wh) 53 - 80 71 100 62
Compare Compare Compare Compare Compare
Product CPUGPURAMPortsScreenPortabilityStorageUser SentimentReliabilitySocial ProofAffordability
Apple MacBook Air 13" M3 68.172.45038.7879635.881.298.199.60
ASUS ROG Zephyrus GA403WW-G14.R95080 Compare 91.297.490.989.496.573.789.89960.498.45.5
Lenovo Legion 5i 83F00008US Compare 94.687.586.497.394.356.479.370.181.889.327.3
HP OMEN Transcend Compare 90.192.689.789.496.572.365.381.233.497.38.5
MSI Raider RAIDERGE6814247 Compare 93.294.586.498.6989.393.981.260.451.310.3
Dell Premium LDA14250-7667SLV-PUS Compare 87.168.889.166.297.36165.390.833.497.312.9

Usage Scores

Overall (70.2)AI/LLM (39.9)Gaming (20.9)Portability (83)Creator (51.8)Student (71.7)Business (76.6)Developer (65.5)Entertainment (73.1)
  • Overall70.2
  • AI/LLM39.9
  • Gaming20.9
  • Portability83
  • Creator51.8
  • Student71.7
  • Business76.6
  • Developer65.5
  • Entertainment73.1

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