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Apple MacBook Air 13.3" 1.8 GHz (2017)

The original MacBook Air, “the world’s thinnest notebook” was introduced at the 2008 keynote by Apple’s former CEO Steve Jobs. Key advantages are thinness, durability, high quality display especially the input device when compare with other netbook at the time. However, it was also heavily criticized for lack of Optical Disc, only one USB port, not user-removable battery among other things. At that time, nobody knows that these disadvantages of the MacBook Air series would be the pinnacle of Intel’s concept for next generation notebooks which will be the newest trend for 2012.

In 2011, Apple has introduced the latest update of the MacBook Air Series, with Intel’s latest Sandy Bridge Series, which doubling the performance. Major advantages of the 2011 MacBook Air in our reviews are the light weight, outstanding, unrivalled design and robust build quality thanks to the aluminum case, very good backlit keyboard plus glass track pad, as well as a very good performance for a subnotebook. The 2011 MacBook Air still shares some of the original’s disadvantages like limited ports, heavily reflective display, non-upgradeable memory and non-user-removable battery. Still, the MacBook Air outclasses almost every other Ultrabook out there with its advantage, save only for Samsung’s newest Series 9 model. On average, the review-ratings are very good, which always assure a place in the top 3 Subnotebook of Notebookcheck.

Rumor has it that Apple will introduce the new MacBook Air within a month during Apple’s usual WWDC with Retina-display, USB 3.0 and Ivy-bridge processor, so stay tune for the newest update of the most popular Ultrabook from the tech giant in Cupertino.

Processor: Intel Core 2 Duo SL9400, Intel Core 2 Duo SL9600, Intel Core 2 Duo SP7500, Intel Core 2 Duo SU9400, Intel Core i5 2467M, Intel Core i5 2557M, Intel Core i5 3317U, Intel Core i5 3427U, Intel Core i5 4250U, Intel Core i5 4260U, Intel Core i5 5250U, Intel Core i5 5350U, Intel Core i7 4650U, Intel Core i7 5650U
Graphics Adapter: Intel Graphics Media Accelerator (GMA) X3100, Intel HD Graphics 3000, Intel HD Graphics 4000, Intel HD Graphics 5000, Intel HD Graphics 6000, NVIDIA GeForce 320M, NVIDIA GeForce 9400M (G) / ION (LE)
Display: 11.00 inch, 11.60 inch, 13.30 inch
Weight: 1.062kg, 1.07kg, 1.082kg, 1.086kg, 1.1kg, 1.327kg, 1.33kg, 1.346kg, 1.35kg, 1.365kg, 1.37kg, 1.4kg
Price: 900, 999, 1000, 1049, 1099, 1100, 1149, 1199, 1200, 1249, 1400, 1448.99, 1590, 1599, 1699, 1700 euro
Average Score: 83.23% - good
Average of 589 scores (from 867 reviews)
price: 65%, performance: 75%, features: 64%, display: 82%, mobility: 81%, workmanship: 90%, ergonomy: 85%, emissions: 84%

 

Apple MacBook Air

Specifications

Apple MacBook AirNotebook: Apple MacBook Air
Processor: Intel Core 2 Duo SP7500
Graphics Adapter: Intel Graphics Media Accelerator (GMA) X3100
Display: 13.30 inch, 16:10, 1280 x 800 pixels
Weight: 1.37kg
Price: 1700 euro
Links: Apple homepage
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Average Score: 73.95% - average

Average of 88 scores (from 158 reviews)

 

Reviews

88% Review Apple MacBook Air Subnotebook | Notebookcheck
Want to possess it? Today's thinnest notebook is small enough to fit into an envelope and pleases by its decent design and the high-quality materials used. This review describes, whether this bundle is able to convince despite its minimum interface equipment.
60% Apple MacBook Air 13.3-inch Ultraportable Laptop PC
Source: Comp Reviews English Archive.org version
The Apple refresh of the MacBook Air adds some additional performance to the extremely thin ultraportable system, but fails to address some of the design decisions that can impact the functionality. The primary differences between the previous version and the new is faster DDR3 memory and the use of an NVIDIA GeForce 9400M integrated graphics for higher graphics performance. Apple still only supplies a single USB port and a non-swappable battery. And of course the optical drive is external and must be purchased separately. The net result is still a system that you will either love a lot or find lacking.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 09/09/2009
Rating: Total score: 60%
60% Apple MacBook Air 13.3-inch Ultraportable Laptop PC
Source: Comp Reviews English Archive.org version
The Apple refresh of the MacBook Air adds some additional performance to the extremely thin ultraportable system, but fails to address some of the design decisions that can impact the functionality. The primary differences between the previous version and the new is faster DDR3 memory and the use of an NVIDIA GeForce 9400M integrated graphics for higher graphics performance. Apple still only supplies a single USB port and a non-swappable battery. And of course the optical drive is external and must be purchased separately. The net result is still a system that you will either love a lot or find lacking.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 09/09/2009
Rating: Total score: 60%
80% MacBook Air with nVidia 9400M and 128GB SSD Review
Source: Trusted Reviews English Archive.org version
For some reason we were never able to get hold of a first generation MacBook Air. That's hardly surprising; I'm entirely sure Apple knew full well it was over-priced, under-featured and would nonetheless sell simply on the basis of it's being, first, a new Apple product and, second, an awesome thing to behold. To continue the TrustedReviews tradition of dubious car analogies,the MacBook Air is rather like the Noble M600. Nobody in their right mind would buy one as their sole mode of transport. But you just know that if you could afford one you couldn't help but be very tempted, no matter how ludicrous a purchase it is.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 09/05/2009
Rating: Total score: 80% price: 70% performance: 90% features: 60%
80% MacBook Air with nVidia 9400M and 128GB SSD Review
Source: Trusted Reviews English Archive.org version
For some reason we were never able to get hold of a first generation MacBook Air. That's hardly surprising; I'm entirely sure Apple knew full well it was over-priced, under-featured and would nonetheless sell simply on the basis of it's being, first, a new Apple product and, second, an awesome thing to behold. To continue the TrustedReviews tradition of dubious car analogies,the MacBook Air is rather like the Noble M600. Nobody in their right mind would buy one as their sole mode of transport. But you just know that if you could afford one you couldn't help but be very tempted, no matter how ludicrous a purchase it is.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 09/05/2009
Rating: Total score: 80% price: 70% performance: 90% features: 60%
90% Apple MacBook Air (Mid 2009) review
Source: Tech Advisor English Archive.org version
The previous generation MacBook Air was already well clear of the competition in its sleek design and uncompromised speed. With this latest 2009 update, not only has Apple made the Apple MacBook Air (Mid 2009) faster, but it’s over 30% cheaper. It comes with Mac OS X already installed, offering a virus-free and reliable platform for business or home. But for the buyer who can't forsake Microsoft Windows, a licensed copy of Windows 7 could be added to the cost, installed on the Air through Boot Camp, and you’d still have a cost-effective winner relative to other ultraportables notebooks.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 08/27/2009
Rating: Total score: 90% price: 80% features: 70% workmanship: 90%
90% Apple MacBook Air (Mid 2009) review
Source: Tech Advisor English Archive.org version
The previous generation MacBook Air was already well clear of the competition in its sleek design and uncompromised speed. With this latest 2009 update, not only has Apple made the Apple MacBook Air (Mid 2009) faster, but it’s over 30% cheaper. It comes with Mac OS X already installed, offering a virus-free and reliable platform for business or home. But for the buyer who can't forsake Microsoft Windows, a licensed copy of Windows 7 could be added to the cost, installed on the Air through Boot Camp, and you’d still have a cost-effective winner relative to other ultraportables notebooks.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 08/27/2009
Rating: Total score: 90% price: 80% features: 70% workmanship: 90%
80% Apple Macbook Air
Source: Reg Hardware English Archive.org version
Now in its third generation, the MacBook Air hasn’t had the same sort of overhaul as the rest of the MacBook range has had in recent months. The MacBook Air is by no means perfect. Its performance and connectivity options are both more limited than those of conventional but heavier laptops. However, it does perform well when compared to other ultra-portable PCs in the same price bracket. Ultimately, the real clincher for us is the weight, or lack thereof. Instead of leaving it in the office – as we tend to do with our older, heavier White MacBook – undoubtedly, we'd be carrying the MacBook Air around with us and using it, pretty much all of the time.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 08/17/2009
Rating: Total score: 80%
80% Apple Macbook Air
Source: Reg Hardware English Archive.org version
Now in its third generation, the MacBook Air hasn’t had the same sort of overhaul as the rest of the MacBook range has had in recent months. The MacBook Air is by no means perfect. Its performance and connectivity options are both more limited than those of conventional but heavier laptops. However, it does perform well when compared to other ultra-portable PCs in the same price bracket. Ultimately, the real clincher for us is the weight, or lack thereof. Instead of leaving it in the office – as we tend to do with our older, heavier White MacBook – undoubtedly, we'd be carrying the MacBook Air around with us and using it, pretty much all of the time.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 08/17/2009
Rating: Total score: 80%
80% Apple MacBook Air
Source: Techradar English Archive.org version
A performance upgrade and price drop for Apple's specialist notebook. Although Wi-Fi is still its main means of connecting to networks or the internet, you now get a USB Ethernet adaptor in the box, should you need a wired connection. Trading power for portability and connectivity for convenience means the MacBook Air will never be a machine for everyone, but improved specs at a lower price can only be welcomed. A refreshing update for a machine that just oozes style
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 08/07/2009
Rating: Total score: 80%
80% Apple MacBook Air
Source: Techradar English Archive.org version
A performance upgrade and price drop for Apple's specialist notebook. Although Wi-Fi is still its main means of connecting to networks or the internet, you now get a USB Ethernet adaptor in the box, should you need a wired connection. Trading power for portability and connectivity for convenience means the MacBook Air will never be a machine for everyone, but improved specs at a lower price can only be welcomed. A refreshing update for a machine that just oozes style
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 08/07/2009
Rating: Total score: 80%
70% Apple MacBook Air (Mid-2009) review
Source: Tech Advisor English Archive.org version
If what strikes you about the MacBook Air is that it's overpriced and underpowered, it isn't the laptop for you. It's hobbled by having only a single USB port. Its processor is slow and it's locked into 2GB of RAM. There's no FireWire, no optical drive and the only way to connect to an ethernet network is via an included USB adapter. But if the specs that matter most to you are light weight and small size, the MacBook Air is ideal. These new models aren't much faster than their predecessors - the high-end system is actually slower than the previous model - but they're cheaper.
70, Preis 70, Ausstattung 60, Verarbeitung 80
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 06/25/2009
Rating: Total score: 70% price: 70% features: 60% workmanship: 80%
Apple Macbook Air A1304
Source: PC World English Archive.org version
But if the specs that matter most to you are light weight and small size, the MacBook Air is the system for you. These new models aren't much faster than their predecessors (according to Macworld's findings)--in fact, the high-end system is slower than the previous model--but they're cheaper. Unfortunately, we can't give a final score just yet--we're still waiting on PC WorldBench 6 test results--but if the MacBook Air always appealed to you, except for the price tag, it's time to reconsider the Air.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 06/25/2009
Rating: performance: 40% display: 80% mobility: 80%
70% Apple MacBook Air (Mid-2009) review
Source: Tech Advisor English Archive.org version
If what strikes you about the MacBook Air is that it's overpriced and underpowered, it isn't the laptop for you. It's hobbled by having only a single USB port. Its processor is slow and it's locked into 2GB of RAM. There's no FireWire, no optical drive and the only way to connect to an ethernet network is via an included USB adapter. But if the specs that matter most to you are light weight and small size, the MacBook Air is ideal. These new models aren't much faster than their predecessors - the high-end system is actually slower than the previous model - but they're cheaper.
70, Preis 70, Ausstattung 60, Verarbeitung 80
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 06/25/2009
Rating: Total score: 70% price: 70% features: 60% workmanship: 80%
Apple Macbook Air A1304
Source: PC World English Archive.org version
But if the specs that matter most to you are light weight and small size, the MacBook Air is the system for you. These new models aren't much faster than their predecessors (according to Macworld's findings)--in fact, the high-end system is slower than the previous model--but they're cheaper. Unfortunately, we can't give a final score just yet--we're still waiting on PC WorldBench 6 test results--but if the MacBook Air always appealed to you, except for the price tag, it's time to reconsider the Air.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 06/25/2009
Rating: performance: 40% display: 80% mobility: 80%
60% Apple MacBook Air (Nvidia 9400M GT
Source: PC Mag English Archive.org version
When Steve Jobs first pulled the Apple MacBook Air out of a manila envelope, the laptop Apple touted as the world's thinnest instantly turned media pundits into starry-eyed zealots. At that point, no one knew what features it had, what parts it ran, or even its price—just that, suddenly, the Air was a must-have. Yet the limitations that came to light after the Air's announcement tarnished its luster. After all, it was the only laptop in its class with a single USB port and a non-removable battery, and many features found in other laptops were absent. One only assumed that better things were yet to come. Earlier this year, the Apple MacBook Air (Nvidia 9400M GT) ($1,799 direct) rolled out silently behind the MacBook 13-inch (Aluminum) and the MacBook Pro 15-inch (Dual Graphics). The Apple MacBook Air (Nvidia 9400M GT) is a specimen of unsurpassable beauty, but upgrades of a few parts internally won't be enough to win over converts to Mac.
60
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 04/09/2009
Rating: Total score: 60%
60% Apple MacBook Air (Nvidia 9400M GT
Source: PC Mag English Archive.org version
When Steve Jobs first pulled the Apple MacBook Air out of a manila envelope, the laptop Apple touted as the world's thinnest instantly turned media pundits into starry-eyed zealots. At that point, no one knew what features it had, what parts it ran, or even its price—just that, suddenly, the Air was a must-have. Yet the limitations that came to light after the Air's announcement tarnished its luster. After all, it was the only laptop in its class with a single USB port and a non-removable battery, and many features found in other laptops were absent. One only assumed that better things were yet to come. Earlier this year, the Apple MacBook Air (Nvidia 9400M GT) ($1,799 direct) rolled out silently behind the MacBook 13-inch (Aluminum) and the MacBook Pro 15-inch (Dual Graphics). The Apple MacBook Air (Nvidia 9400M GT) is a specimen of unsurpassable beauty, but upgrades of a few parts internally won't be enough to win over converts to Mac.
60
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 04/09/2009
Rating: Total score: 60%
60% Apple MacBook Air (2009)
Source: Laptop Mag English Archive.org version
The updated version of Apple’s strikingly thin and strong ultraportable adds plenty of graphics punch, but its battery life is too short. If you were hesitant to pull the trigger on the original MacBook Air because of the short battery life and limited port selection, Apple hasn’t done much to win you over with the latest version. Road warriors who require good endurance should pass, but the addition of Nvidia’s GeForce 9400M GPU and a larger, faster SSD may prove enticing for those looking for extra performance in a sexy, thin package. If you don’t mind a little more bulk, the latest 13-inch, 4.5-pound MacBook Air is a much better deal, because it offers nearly 5 hours of runtime, easily accessible ports, and the same graphics punch for hundreds of dollars less.
60, Leistung 80, Mobilität 60
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 02/26/2009
Rating: Total score: 60% performance: 80% mobility: 60%
60% Apple MacBook Air (2009)
Source: Laptop Mag English Archive.org version
The updated version of Apple’s strikingly thin and strong ultraportable adds plenty of graphics punch, but its battery life is too short. If you were hesitant to pull the trigger on the original MacBook Air because of the short battery life and limited port selection, Apple hasn’t done much to win you over with the latest version. Road warriors who require good endurance should pass, but the addition of Nvidia’s GeForce 9400M GPU and a larger, faster SSD may prove enticing for those looking for extra performance in a sexy, thin package. If you don’t mind a little more bulk, the latest 13-inch, 4.5-pound MacBook Air is a much better deal, because it offers nearly 5 hours of runtime, easily accessible ports, and the same graphics punch for hundreds of dollars less.
60, Leistung 80, Mobilität 60
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 02/26/2009
Rating: Total score: 60% performance: 80% mobility: 60%
80% MacBook Air Late 2008
Source: Reg Hardware English Archive.org version
We still have reservations about the MacBook Air. The improved graphics performance does make it feel a lot smoother and more responsive than before. However, it’s still very expensive, and design decisions such as the non-replaceable battery just seem extremely short-sighted. Yet, for all its limitations, the sheer quality of the design shines through. It’s not just the look of the machine that matters – the feel of it is important too. Being able to balance the laptop lightly in the palm of one hand, or to simply snap the lid shut and pick it up the way you would with an ordinary A4 notepad really does make it enormously convenient and comfortable to use - and we did not, as one of our esteemed colleagues suggests, feel like a tit while doing so.
80%
Single Review, , Long, Date: 12/22/2008
Rating: Total score: 80%
80% MacBook Air Late 2008
Source: Reg Hardware English Archive.org version
We still have reservations about the MacBook Air. The improved graphics performance does make it feel a lot smoother and more responsive than before. However, it’s still very expensive, and design decisions such as the non-replaceable battery just seem extremely short-sighted. Yet, for all its limitations, the sheer quality of the design shines through. It’s not just the look of the machine that matters – the feel of it is important too. Being able to balance the laptop lightly in the palm of one hand, or to simply snap the lid shut and pick it up the way you would with an ordinary A4 notepad really does make it enormously convenient and comfortable to use - and we did not, as one of our esteemed colleagues suggests, feel like a tit while doing so.
80%
Single Review, , Long, Date: 12/22/2008
Rating: Total score: 80%
50% Apple Macbook Air
Source: PC Authority English Archive.org version
It’s this sort of limitation that cripples the MacBook Air. It may exude class, but the lack of performance and features mean that it struggles to compete, and that’s unlikely to change, even with better graphics on new models released just as we went to press.
von 6: 3, Leistung 3, Mobilität 5, Ausstattung 3
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 12/02/2008
Rating: Total score: 50% performance: 50% features: 50% mobility: 83%
50% Apple Macbook Air
Source: PC Authority English Archive.org version
It’s this sort of limitation that cripples the MacBook Air. It may exude class, but the lack of performance and features mean that it struggles to compete, and that’s unlikely to change, even with better graphics on new models released just as we went to press.
von 6: 3, Leistung 3, Mobilität 5, Ausstattung 3
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 12/02/2008
Rating: Total score: 50% performance: 50% features: 50% mobility: 83%
MacBook Air Review: it’s a different beast inside out
Source: Slashgear English Archive.org version

Unlike the first time around, the SSD Air is the one we’d recommend. Yes, it’s considerably more than its HDD counterpart, but its impact on performance is what makes the second-generation MacBook Air such a pleasure to use. If budget is such a consideration as to make the SSD upgrade impossible, we’d steer you instead to the MacBook, which can now compete (if not best) the Air in style. The Air remains Apple’s niche road-warrior option; now those owners can spend more time battling the competition than their notebook. If you fit the profile, you won’t be disappointed.


Leistung gut
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 11/28/2008
performance: 80%
80% Apple MacBook Air 1.86GHz SSD review
Source: Tech Advisor English Archive.org version
If the first MacBook Air was a revolutionary take on the Apple laptop line, this is an evolutionary step - which is exactly what you'd expect from a second-generation release. Aesthetically, the two generations are virtually the same; technologically, the new one offers a speed boost and better storage options at a better price than when the Air debuted. Having said that, if you don't think you need the ultimate in thinness and style - and to my eye, this really is the ultimate in the looks department - do yourself a favour and check out the new MacBook while you're comparison-shopping. Sure, it's chunkier - compared with the Air, just about everything is - and heavier at 4.5lb. But it's faster, offers more storage and is more expandable. Oh, and it's cheaper.
(von 5): 4, Preis 3.5, Verarbeitung 4, Ausstattung 3.5
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 11/28/2008
Rating: Total score: 80% price: 70% features: 70% workmanship: 80%
80% Apple MacBook Air 1.86GHz SSD review
Source: Tech Advisor English Archive.org version
If the first MacBook Air was a revolutionary take on the Apple laptop line, this is an evolutionary step - which is exactly what you'd expect from a second-generation release. Aesthetically, the two generations are virtually the same; technologically, the new one offers a speed boost and better storage options at a better price than when the Air debuted. Having said that, if you don't think you need the ultimate in thinness and style - and to my eye, this really is the ultimate in the looks department - do yourself a favour and check out the new MacBook while you're comparison-shopping. Sure, it's chunkier - compared with the Air, just about everything is - and heavier at 4.5lb. But it's faster, offers more storage and is more expandable. Oh, and it's cheaper.
(von 5): 4, Preis 3.5, Verarbeitung 4, Ausstattung 3.5
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 11/28/2008
Rating: Total score: 80% price: 70% features: 70% workmanship: 80%
MacBook Air Review: it’s a different beast inside out
Source: Slashgear English Archive.org version

Unlike the first time around, the SSD Air is the one we’d recommend. Yes, it’s considerably more than its HDD counterpart, but its impact on performance is what makes the second-generation MacBook Air such a pleasure to use. If budget is such a consideration as to make the SSD upgrade impossible, we’d steer you instead to the MacBook, which can now compete (if not best) the Air in style. The Air remains Apple’s niche road-warrior option; now those owners can spend more time battling the competition than their notebook. If you fit the profile, you won’t be disappointed.


Leistung gut
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 11/28/2008
performance: 80%
MacBook Air: User Review
Source: Notebookreview.com English Archive.org version
Is the MacBook Air for you? If you are in the market for an all-round light-weight notebook then the Macbook Air is one of the most portable and visually appealing notebooks on the market. Otherwise you may want to consider the MacBook, which is significantly cheaper and provides high performance computing, better connectivity and ample storage. The MacBook Pro will interest people who either require a larger screen, an ExpressCard slot, more RAM or a dedicated graphics card.
Mobilität sehr gut, Preis mäßig
User Review, online available, Medium, Date: 05/29/2008
Rating: price: 60% mobility: 90%
MacBook Air: User Review
Source: Notebookreview.com English Archive.org version
Is the MacBook Air for you? If you are in the market for an all-round light-weight notebook then the Macbook Air is one of the most portable and visually appealing notebooks on the market. Otherwise you may want to consider the MacBook, which is significantly cheaper and provides high performance computing, better connectivity and ample storage. The MacBook Pro will interest people who either require a larger screen, an ExpressCard slot, more RAM or a dedicated graphics card.
Mobilität sehr gut, Preis mäßig
User Review, online available, Medium, Date: 05/29/2008
Rating: price: 60% mobility: 90%
Air Jobs on the rebound
Source: Fudzilla English Archive.org version
Let's start with the basics. The Air is the best looking MacBook ever, and as far as I'm concerned, one of the best looking notebooks in general. Apple designed it with fashion-minded people in mind and it did a marvelous job. The good looks come at a price, but many people will be more than happy to sacrifice USBs, Ethernet and an optical drive to enjoy Apple's latest toy. So, what are the drawbacks? Lack of ports springs to mind first. There's no optical drive, either, meaning you have to cough up an additional $99 for an external SuperDrive and that hurts. No Ethernet ? Some people won't really mind, but others will.
Leistung schlecht, Mobilität mäßig, Ausstattung sehr schlecht
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 05/15/2008
Rating: performance: 40% features: 30% mobility: 60%
Air Jobs on the rebound
Source: Fudzilla English Archive.org version
Let's start with the basics. The Air is the best looking MacBook ever, and as far as I'm concerned, one of the best looking notebooks in general. Apple designed it with fashion-minded people in mind and it did a marvelous job. The good looks come at a price, but many people will be more than happy to sacrifice USBs, Ethernet and an optical drive to enjoy Apple's latest toy. So, what are the drawbacks? Lack of ports springs to mind first. There's no optical drive, either, meaning you have to cough up an additional $99 for an external SuperDrive and that hurts. No Ethernet ? Some people won't really mind, but others will.
Leistung schlecht, Mobilität mäßig, Ausstattung sehr schlecht
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 05/15/2008
Rating: performance: 40% features: 30% mobility: 60%
80% Apple MacBook Air, 1.8GHz & 64GB SSD review
Source: Tech Advisor English Archive.org version
The public reaction to the MacBook Air has been fascinating. Our original conclusion could probably be boiled down to “it's good for people it's good for, and not for people it's not” – this appeared to be a Rorschach test for readers, since we've received praise from MacBook Air critics and fans alike. Across the internet we've seen similar reactions, with some users embracing the product despite its compromises, and others attacking it as a product with no purpose other than to part fools from their money. Not wishing to sound like a broken record, but how you see the Air has a lot to do with your priorities. For some, the Air's lack of a swappable battery and its underpowered processor make it a terrible value proposition – like paying for black on a MacBook. We take the point, but have to disagree. For us, the value of dropping down a kilo in weight will make all the difference when on the move.
(von 5): 4, Verarbeitung 4.5, Ausstattung 3.5, Preis 3.5
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 05/09/2008
Rating: Total score: 80% price: 70% features: 70% workmanship: 90%
80% Apple MacBook Air, 1.8GHz & 64GB SSD review
Source: Tech Advisor English Archive.org version
The public reaction to the MacBook Air has been fascinating. Our original conclusion could probably be boiled down to “it's good for people it's good for, and not for people it's not” – this appeared to be a Rorschach test for readers, since we've received praise from MacBook Air critics and fans alike. Across the internet we've seen similar reactions, with some users embracing the product despite its compromises, and others attacking it as a product with no purpose other than to part fools from their money. Not wishing to sound like a broken record, but how you see the Air has a lot to do with your priorities. For some, the Air's lack of a swappable battery and its underpowered processor make it a terrible value proposition – like paying for black on a MacBook. We take the point, but have to disagree. For us, the value of dropping down a kilo in weight will make all the difference when on the move.
(von 5): 4, Verarbeitung 4.5, Ausstattung 3.5, Preis 3.5
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 05/09/2008
Rating: Total score: 80% price: 70% features: 70% workmanship: 90%
70% Apple MacBook Air 1.8Ghz
Source: Techradar English Archive.org version
The sealed unit approach means the battery is an integral part of the machine and there's no clear path for upgrading the memory or hard drive. This may work for an MP3 player, which isn't critical to your work, however, for a machine to be used for business, can you really afford to send it back to Apple when it needs updating? In field tests, where we actually took the MacBook Air out and used it until the battery died, we found it lasted for 153 minutes, which is fine for the morning commute, but isn't going to see you through a day's work. When connected to a wireless network, this dropped to 137 minutes to reflect the chipsets further power drain. The Apple MacBook Air is a fantastic looking laptop and a joy to use, but there are simply too many sacrifices.
3.5 von 5, Verarbeitung gut, Display gut, Mobilität schlecht
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 05/01/2008
Rating: Total score: 70% display: 80% mobility: 40% workmanship: 80%
70% Apple MacBook Air 1.8Ghz
Source: Techradar English Archive.org version
The sealed unit approach means the battery is an integral part of the machine and there's no clear path for upgrading the memory or hard drive. This may work for an MP3 player, which isn't critical to your work, however, for a machine to be used for business, can you really afford to send it back to Apple when it needs updating? In field tests, where we actually took the MacBook Air out and used it until the battery died, we found it lasted for 153 minutes, which is fine for the morning commute, but isn't going to see you through a day's work. When connected to a wireless network, this dropped to 137 minutes to reflect the chipsets further power drain. The Apple MacBook Air is a fantastic looking laptop and a joy to use, but there are simply too many sacrifices.
3.5 von 5, Verarbeitung gut, Display gut, Mobilität schlecht
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 05/01/2008
Rating: Total score: 70% display: 80% mobility: 40% workmanship: 80%
80% Apple MacBook Air
Source: Reg Hardware English Archive.org version
The Air is a 'love it or loathe it' machine, but don't let the naysayers put you off if it offers the form factor you prefer. Of course it's not going to be the laptop to suit everyone - you can buy cheaper or more capable Macs and PCs - so it's not a must have for the price-conscious buyer or the power-hungry. It's pricey, but with the exception of the tiny, basic Eee, the Air's no more expensive than other slim'n'light laptops. If form-factor is your prime concern, then the Air provides a good computing experience, and if our time with it is anything to go by, its port and optical disc limitations proved no handicap at all. Again, if you think they're going to be, there are plenty of other laptops out there that'll meet your needs instead. Of course, if you want to run Mac OS X on a thin'n'light machine, this is really your only option.
80%, Preis mangelhaft, Mobilität sehr gut
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 04/11/2008
Rating: Total score: 80% price: 50% mobility: 90%
80% Apple MacBook Air
Source: Reg Hardware English Archive.org version
The Air is a 'love it or loathe it' machine, but don't let the naysayers put you off if it offers the form factor you prefer. Of course it's not going to be the laptop to suit everyone - you can buy cheaper or more capable Macs and PCs - so it's not a must have for the price-conscious buyer or the power-hungry. It's pricey, but with the exception of the tiny, basic Eee, the Air's no more expensive than other slim'n'light laptops. If form-factor is your prime concern, then the Air provides a good computing experience, and if our time with it is anything to go by, its port and optical disc limitations proved no handicap at all. Again, if you think they're going to be, there are plenty of other laptops out there that'll meet your needs instead. Of course, if you want to run Mac OS X on a thin'n'light machine, this is really your only option.
80%, Preis mangelhaft, Mobilität sehr gut
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 04/11/2008
Rating: Total score: 80% price: 50% mobility: 90%
This Air is not for everyone
Source: The Star English Archive.org version
As a portable computer, it excels in many areas that others can’t – such as having a large screen, full-sized keyboard and decent processing power – while staying ultra lightweight. But the exclusion of an optical disc drive, limitations of Remote Disc, and lack of a user-replaceable battery, are shortcomings that will be difficult to ignore for most notebook users. We also find the Air more suited as a secondary device to a desktop machine because it depends so much on having another computer through which to install new applications. Despite that, we feel it represents a step in the right direction towards making notebooks more portable. We hope the next version comes with a built-in optical drive; we don’t think we are ready to give up on that peripheral just yet.
Display gut, Mobilität gut, Ausstattung schlecht
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 03/11/2008
Rating: features: 40% display: 80% mobility: 80%
This Air is not for everyone
Source: The Star English Archive.org version
As a portable computer, it excels in many areas that others can’t – such as having a large screen, full-sized keyboard and decent processing power – while staying ultra lightweight. But the exclusion of an optical disc drive, limitations of Remote Disc, and lack of a user-replaceable battery, are shortcomings that will be difficult to ignore for most notebook users. We also find the Air more suited as a secondary device to a desktop machine because it depends so much on having another computer through which to install new applications. Despite that, we feel it represents a step in the right direction towards making notebooks more portable. We hope the next version comes with a built-in optical drive; we don’t think we are ready to give up on that peripheral just yet.
Display gut, Mobilität gut, Ausstattung schlecht
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 03/11/2008
Rating: features: 40% display: 80% mobility: 80%
71% Apple MacBook Air
Source: PC World English Archive.org version
Ultimately, though, the air is a victory of industrial design and single-minded purpose. It has decent performance for an ultraportable, but few standout features to speak of beyond the superficial. And yet, I still can't help wanting to stop and touch it.
(von 100): 71, Leistung 57, Ausstattung 71, Preis mäßig, Mobilität schlecht
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 03/07/2008
Rating: Total score: 71% price: 60% performance: 57% features: 71% mobility: 40%
71% Apple MacBook Air
Source: PC World English Archive.org version
Ultimately, though, the air is a victory of industrial design and single-minded purpose. It has decent performance for an ultraportable, but few standout features to speak of beyond the superficial. And yet, I still can't help wanting to stop and touch it.
(von 100): 71, Leistung 57, Ausstattung 71, Preis mäßig, Mobilität schlecht
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 03/07/2008
Rating: Total score: 71% price: 60% performance: 57% features: 71% mobility: 40%
80% Apple MacBook Air (80GB)
Source: Digital Trends English Archive.org version
There are always numerous factors to take into consideration when evaluating a laptop, but the problem with the Air is that it introduces several intangible factors that we have never encountered when reviewing PCs. Like other Apple products such as the iPhone, the Air is so beautiful and easy to use that we found ourselves becoming one of those Mac people who fall in “love” with the Apple product. It has undeniable appeal, and even us lifelong PC users were not only impressed with its performance and usability but felt drawn to it like we are to our iPhone. In fact, despite its drawbacks, our final conclusion is that we’d buy one in a heartbeat. We acknowledge its shortcomings, but in our mind they don’t outweigh its many positive attributes.
8 von 10, Leistung gut, Mobilität gut, Ausstattung gut
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 03/04/2008
Rating: Total score: 80% performance: 80% features: 80% mobility: 80%
80% Apple MacBook Air (80GB)
Source: Digital Trends English Archive.org version
There are always numerous factors to take into consideration when evaluating a laptop, but the problem with the Air is that it introduces several intangible factors that we have never encountered when reviewing PCs. Like other Apple products such as the iPhone, the Air is so beautiful and easy to use that we found ourselves becoming one of those Mac people who fall in “love” with the Apple product. It has undeniable appeal, and even us lifelong PC users were not only impressed with its performance and usability but felt drawn to it like we are to our iPhone. In fact, despite its drawbacks, our final conclusion is that we’d buy one in a heartbeat. We acknowledge its shortcomings, but in our mind they don’t outweigh its many positive attributes.
8 von 10, Leistung gut, Mobilität gut, Ausstattung gut
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 03/04/2008
Rating: Total score: 80% performance: 80% features: 80% mobility: 80%
MacBook Air
Source: T Break English Archive.org version
All-in-all, the Air is a decent Notebook with an incredible design but not one for me. Its a bit lacking in features and performance and for version 2 of Air (does that sound weird?), I would recommend Apple to add a Gigabit Ethernet port, increase the display resolution and lose the glossiness as well as use a dedicated GPU to process graphics. A faster hard drive would be nice too but I'm sure that SSDs will decease in price. Also, CPU speeds keep going up so that wont be an issue. Yes, I might be asking too much but I am a demanding user. And from that prespective, the Air is not for everyone- especially as their primary computer. I feel that its a steup-up from MacBook so if thats what you're eyeing at or want to upgrade from a PowerPC based notebook, then you'll be more than happy with Air. However, if you're a Mac Pro or MacBook Pro type of person, you'll still fall in love at first sight but probably get over the honeymoon within two weeks time and start craving for more.
Ausstattung mangelhaft, Leistung mangelhaft, Display mangelhaft
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 02/27/2008
Rating: performance: 50% features: 50% display: 50%
MacBook Air
Source: T Break English Archive.org version
All-in-all, the Air is a decent Notebook with an incredible design but not one for me. Its a bit lacking in features and performance and for version 2 of Air (does that sound weird?), I would recommend Apple to add a Gigabit Ethernet port, increase the display resolution and lose the glossiness as well as use a dedicated GPU to process graphics. A faster hard drive would be nice too but I'm sure that SSDs will decease in price. Also, CPU speeds keep going up so that wont be an issue. Yes, I might be asking too much but I am a demanding user. And from that prespective, the Air is not for everyone- especially as their primary computer. I feel that its a steup-up from MacBook so if thats what you're eyeing at or want to upgrade from a PowerPC based notebook, then you'll be more than happy with Air. However, if you're a Mac Pro or MacBook Pro type of person, you'll still fall in love at first sight but probably get over the honeymoon within two weeks time and start craving for more.
Ausstattung mangelhaft, Leistung mangelhaft, Display mangelhaft
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 02/27/2008
Rating: performance: 50% features: 50% display: 50%
60% Apple MacBook Air
Source: Comp Reviews English Archive.org version
The MacBook Air is a very divisive design. Either you will love it or you will hate it. Design wise it is a beatuiful system that is extremely small and light. The problem is that it lacks a number of standard laptop features that it is very hard to really recommend it to anyone as their sole system. It is really best used as a business travel system in conjunction with another primary PC.
3 von 5, Mobilität gut
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 02/26/2008
Rating: Total score: 60% mobility: 80%
60% Apple MacBook Air
Source: Comp Reviews English Archive.org version
The MacBook Air is a very divisive design. Either you will love it or you will hate it. Design wise it is a beatuiful system that is extremely small and light. The problem is that it lacks a number of standard laptop features that it is very hard to really recommend it to anyone as their sole system. It is really best used as a business travel system in conjunction with another primary PC.
3 von 5, Mobilität gut
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 02/26/2008
Rating: Total score: 60% mobility: 80%
60% Apple MacBook Air laptop review
Source: Pocket Lint English Archive.org version
Every Apple launch is something of an event and it's no different with the MacBook Air, as this is the thinnest notebook in the world. You have to admire Apple's enthusiasm and the MacBook Air is a great design statement but as a practical machine it simply doesn't match anything released by Sony. If you like style over content then you'll be happy, but we feel there are simply too many sacrifices in the MacBook Air to make it a compelling purchase.
6 von 10
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 02/18/2008
Rating: Total score: 60%
60% Apple MacBook Air laptop review
Source: Pocket Lint English Archive.org version
Every Apple launch is something of an event and it's no different with the MacBook Air, as this is the thinnest notebook in the world. You have to admire Apple's enthusiasm and the MacBook Air is a great design statement but as a practical machine it simply doesn't match anything released by Sony. If you like style over content then you'll be happy, but we feel there are simply too many sacrifices in the MacBook Air to make it a compelling purchase.
6 von 10
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 02/18/2008
Rating: Total score: 60%
80% Review: Apple Macbook Air notebook PC
Source: vnunet.com English Archive.org version
Apple says that the Macbook Air is a ‘no compromise ultra-portable laptop’. That’s certainly true in some ways: the unit measures less than 2cm thick (0.76in) at its thickest point, and even the somewhat-miffed Sony hasn’t really disputed Apple’s claim that this is the ‘thinnest laptop in the world’. Sony does win on weight as its Vaio TZ weighs just 1.24kg, compared to the Macbook’s 1.36kg. However, the Macbook Air has a bigger screen – 13.3in compared to 11.1in for the Vaio. Ultimately, though, Apple’s engineers know that there’s more to good design than just a spec-sheet full of numbers. The ultra-portable design is impressive, but comes at a cost in terms of limited performance and connectivity.
(von 5): 4, Ausstattung 4, Leistung 3, Preis/Leistung 4, Verarbeitung gut
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 02/14/2008
Rating: Total score: 80% price: 80% performance: 60% features: 80% workmanship: 80%
80% Review: Apple Macbook Air notebook PC
Source: vnunet.com English Archive.org version
Apple says that the Macbook Air is a ‘no compromise ultra-portable laptop’. That’s certainly true in some ways: the unit measures less than 2cm thick (0.76in) at its thickest point, and even the somewhat-miffed Sony hasn’t really disputed Apple’s claim that this is the ‘thinnest laptop in the world’. Sony does win on weight as its Vaio TZ weighs just 1.24kg, compared to the Macbook’s 1.36kg. However, the Macbook Air has a bigger screen – 13.3in compared to 11.1in for the Vaio. Ultimately, though, Apple’s engineers know that there’s more to good design than just a spec-sheet full of numbers. The ultra-portable design is impressive, but comes at a cost in terms of limited performance and connectivity.
(von 5): 4, Ausstattung 4, Leistung 3, Preis/Leistung 4, Verarbeitung gut
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 02/14/2008
Rating: Total score: 80% price: 80% performance: 60% features: 80% workmanship: 80%
Apple MacBook Air Review
Source: Notebookreview.com English Archive.org version
Apple is pushing the envelope (cough cough) with the MacBook Air ... in various ways that some people will love and others will hate. On one hand they offer a super thin, lightweight design, but on the other they take away ports and give you a permanent battery. This notebook also suffers from some early release driver quirks, but those should hopefully be resolved in the near future. Overall I think this is a promising notebook that should force some other manufacturers to wake up and design some lighter and slimmer full-size notebooks.
Mobilität zufriedenstellend
User Review, online available, Short, Date: 02/06/2008
Rating: mobility: 70%
60% MacBook Air
Source: Laptop Mag English Archive.org version
When you weigh the compromises against what the MacBook Air offers, there are some good reasons to think twice and to wait for some of these innovations to grace the next iteration of the MacBook Air. But that’s reason talking. Our visceral reaction to the MacBook Air is that it’s a notebook we’d want to carry around everywhere. Road warriors who demand long battery life or a better selection of ports should pass, but this work of art is worth considering for corridor warriors who attend lots of meetings, as well as for commuters who do a fair amount of work while traveling to and from the office. You get an easy-to-use, secure, and fun operating system wrapped in the sexiest, thinnest package money can buy.
3 von 5, Display gut, Leistung gut, Mobilität mangelhaft
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 02/06/2008
Rating: Total score: 60% performance: 80% display: 80% mobility: 50%
Apple MacBook Air Review
Source: Notebookreview.com English Archive.org version
Apple is pushing the envelope (cough cough) with the MacBook Air ... in various ways that some people will love and others will hate. On one hand they offer a super thin, lightweight design, but on the other they take away ports and give you a permanent battery. This notebook also suffers from some early release driver quirks, but those should hopefully be resolved in the near future. Overall I think this is a promising notebook that should force some other manufacturers to wake up and design some lighter and slimmer full-size notebooks.
Mobilität zufriedenstellend
User Review, online available, Short, Date: 02/06/2008
Rating: mobility: 70%
60% MacBook Air
Source: Laptop Mag English Archive.org version
When you weigh the compromises against what the MacBook Air offers, there are some good reasons to think twice and to wait for some of these innovations to grace the next iteration of the MacBook Air. But that’s reason talking. Our visceral reaction to the MacBook Air is that it’s a notebook we’d want to carry around everywhere. Road warriors who demand long battery life or a better selection of ports should pass, but this work of art is worth considering for corridor warriors who attend lots of meetings, as well as for commuters who do a fair amount of work while traveling to and from the office. You get an easy-to-use, secure, and fun operating system wrapped in the sexiest, thinnest package money can buy.
3 von 5, Display gut, Leistung gut, Mobilität mangelhaft
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 02/06/2008
Rating: Total score: 60% performance: 80% display: 80% mobility: 50%
Ars reviews the MacBook Air with solid state drive
Source: IT Reviews English Archive.org version
The $1,300 question is whether the SSD is worth the extra cash. The answer seems to be no. I experienced only moderate gains in battery life and not very noticeable speed differences. The one major benefit of the SSD model is that it doesn't cause the same types of slowdowns as the HDD model during times of high disk activity, and that's certainly a huge plus. Speedy read times are great, too, but they are balanced out by pokey write times. Still, even if it's more usable, it's hard to justify the huge price difference for the SSD model. If you've got an extra $1,300 to blow and, for some reason, haven't just bought a second computer with it, perhaps the SSD model is for you. For anyone else looking to buy an Air, the HDD model appears to provide the most bang for the buck.
Leistung gut, Preis/Leistung schlecht
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 02/05/2008
Rating: price: 40% performance: 80%
Ars reviews the MacBook Air with solid state drive
Source: IT Reviews English Archive.org version
The $1,300 question is whether the SSD is worth the extra cash. The answer seems to be no. I experienced only moderate gains in battery life and not very noticeable speed differences. The one major benefit of the SSD model is that it doesn't cause the same types of slowdowns as the HDD model during times of high disk activity, and that's certainly a huge plus. Speedy read times are great, too, but they are balanced out by pokey write times. Still, even if it's more usable, it's hard to justify the huge price difference for the SSD model. If you've got an extra $1,300 to blow and, for some reason, haven't just bought a second computer with it, perhaps the SSD model is for you. For anyone else looking to buy an Air, the HDD model appears to provide the most bang for the buck.
Leistung gut, Preis/Leistung schlecht
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 02/05/2008
Rating: price: 40% performance: 80%
70% Apple MacBook Air review
Source: Tech Advisor English Archive.org version
The story of the MacBook Air is a story about compromise, the decision about whether the MacBook Air is a product worth having can be answered by one question: How much are you willing to compromise? Judged merely on the cold technological specifications, the MacBook Air can't measure up to Apple's other laptops. For those to whom the tech specs matter above all else, the MacBook Air can't be seen as much more than an overpriced, underpowered toy. But there will be those who, small drive and slow processor be damned, will adopt the MacBook Air as their primary laptop - simply because they want that laptop to be as small as possible. For those who factor size, weight, and — yes, we'll admit it — style into the equation, the MacBook Air begins to make more sense.
(von 5): 3.5, Verarbeitung 4, Ausstattung 3, Preis/Leistung 3
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 02/03/2008
Rating: Total score: 70% price: 60% features: 60% workmanship: 80%
70% Apple MacBook Air review
Source: Tech Advisor English Archive.org version
The story of the MacBook Air is a story about compromise, the decision about whether the MacBook Air is a product worth having can be answered by one question: How much are you willing to compromise? Judged merely on the cold technological specifications, the MacBook Air can't measure up to Apple's other laptops. For those to whom the tech specs matter above all else, the MacBook Air can't be seen as much more than an overpriced, underpowered toy. But there will be those who, small drive and slow processor be damned, will adopt the MacBook Air as their primary laptop - simply because they want that laptop to be as small as possible. For those who factor size, weight, and — yes, we'll admit it — style into the equation, the MacBook Air begins to make more sense.
(von 5): 3.5, Verarbeitung 4, Ausstattung 3, Preis/Leistung 3
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 02/03/2008
Rating: Total score: 70% price: 60% features: 60% workmanship: 80%
60% MacBook Air
Source: Laptop Mag English Archive.org version
When you weigh the compromises against what the MacBook Air offers, there are some good reasons to think twice and to wait for some of these innovations to grace the next iteration of the MacBook Air. But that’s reason talking. Our visceral reaction to the MacBook Air is that it’s a notebook we’d want to carry around everywhere. Road warriors who demand long battery life or a better selection of ports should pass, but this work of art is worth considering for corridor warriors who attend lots of meetings, as well as for commuters who do a fair amount of work while traveling to and from the office. You get an easy-to-use, secure, and fun operating system wrapped in the sexiest, thinnest package money can buy.
3 von 5, Display sehr gut, Leistung zufriedenstellend, Mobilität mäßig
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 01/31/2008
Rating: Total score: 60% performance: 70% display: 90% mobility: 60%
60% MacBook Air
Source: vnunet.com English Archive.org version
When you weigh the compromises against what the MacBook Air offers, there are some good reasons to think twice and to wait for some of these innovations to grace the next iteration of the MacBook Air. But that’s reason talking. Our visceral reaction to the MacBook Air is that it’s a notebook we’d want to carry around everywhere. Road warriors who demand long battery life or a better selection of ports should pass, but this work of art is worth considering for corridor warriors who attend lots of meetings, as well as for commuters who do a fair amount of work while traveling to and from the office. You get an easy-to-use, secure, and fun operating system wrapped in the sexiest, thinnest package money can buy.
3 von 5, Display sehr gut, Leistung zufriedenstellend, Mobilität mäßig
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 01/31/2008
Rating: Total score: 60% performance: 70% display: 90% mobility: 60%
MacBook Air First Thoughts Review
Source: Notebookreview.com English Archive.org version
As the old saying goes, "you never get a second chance to make a good first impression." Somehow, I don't think everyone in Cupertino was thinking about this famous phrase when they developed the MacBook Air. While the Apple MacBook Air is an impressive design with some innovative features, the number of sacrifices that had to be made in order to create this ultra-thin notebook severely limits this laptop. The lack of ports, low-capacity slow hard drive, and slow overall performance make the MacBook Air the weakest performing MacBook we've seen in the last few years. On the other hand, the MacBook Air is the sexiest looking MacBook we've ever seen. Sure, you can fit the MacBook Air in a manila envelope ... but most consumers won't be impressed if the $1,800 laptop that comes out of the envelope isn't very powerful. Stay tuned for our full review of the MacBook Air in a few days.
Leistung schlecht
User Review, online available, Medium, Date: 01/31/2008
performance: 40%
MacBook Air First Thoughts Review
Source: Notebookreview.com English Archive.org version
As the old saying goes, "you never get a second chance to make a good first impression." Somehow, I don't think everyone in Cupertino was thinking about this famous phrase when they developed the MacBook Air. While the Apple MacBook Air is an impressive design with some innovative features, the number of sacrifices that had to be made in order to create this ultra-thin notebook severely limits this laptop. The lack of ports, low-capacity slow hard drive, and slow overall performance make the MacBook Air the weakest performing MacBook we've seen in the last few years. On the other hand, the MacBook Air is the sexiest looking MacBook we've ever seen. Sure, you can fit the MacBook Air in a manila envelope ... but most consumers won't be impressed if the $1,800 laptop that comes out of the envelope isn't very powerful. Stay tuned for our full review of the MacBook Air in a few days.
Leistung schlecht
User Review, online available, Medium, Date: 01/31/2008
performance: 40%
60% MacBook Air
Source: Laptop Mag English Archive.org version
When you weigh the compromises against what the MacBook Air offers, there are some good reasons to think twice and to wait for some of these innovations to grace the next iteration of the MacBook Air. But that’s reason talking. Our visceral reaction to the MacBook Air is that it’s a notebook we’d want to carry around everywhere. Road warriors who demand long battery life or a better selection of ports should pass, but this work of art is worth considering for corridor warriors who attend lots of meetings, as well as for commuters who do a fair amount of work while traveling to and from the office. You get an easy-to-use, secure, and fun operating system wrapped in the sexiest, thinnest package money can buy.
3 von 5, Display sehr gut, Leistung zufriedenstellend, Mobilität mäßig
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 01/31/2008
Rating: Total score: 60% performance: 70% display: 90% mobility: 60%
60% MacBook Air
Source: vnunet.com English Archive.org version
When you weigh the compromises against what the MacBook Air offers, there are some good reasons to think twice and to wait for some of these innovations to grace the next iteration of the MacBook Air. But that’s reason talking. Our visceral reaction to the MacBook Air is that it’s a notebook we’d want to carry around everywhere. Road warriors who demand long battery life or a better selection of ports should pass, but this work of art is worth considering for corridor warriors who attend lots of meetings, as well as for commuters who do a fair amount of work while traveling to and from the office. You get an easy-to-use, secure, and fun operating system wrapped in the sexiest, thinnest package money can buy.
3 von 5, Display sehr gut, Leistung zufriedenstellend, Mobilität mäßig
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 01/31/2008
Rating: Total score: 60% performance: 70% display: 90% mobility: 60%
77% Apple MacBook Air Core 2 Duo 1.6 GHz - 13.3" TFT
Source: CNet English Archive.org version
Apple's new laptop, the MacBook Air, may not be the true ultraportable that many had hoped for, but it still easily breaks new ground for small laptops. Mimicking the 13-inch silhouette of the current MacBook line, it's only 0.76 inch thick at its thickest, and Apple calls it the "world's thinnest notebook. The design is revolutionary, but Apple's MacBook Air will appeal to a smaller, more specialized audience than the standard MacBook, thanks to a stripped-down set of connections and features.
7.7 von 10, Mobilität gut, Preis/Leistung schlecht
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 01/25/2008
Rating: Total score: 77% performance: 80% display: 80% mobility: 80%
77% Apple MacBook Air Core 2 Duo 1.6 GHz - 13.3" TFT
Source: CNet English Archive.org version
Apple's new laptop, the MacBook Air, may not be the true ultraportable that many had hoped for, but it still easily breaks new ground for small laptops. Mimicking the 13-inch silhouette of the current MacBook line, it's only 0.76 inch thick at its thickest, and Apple calls it the "world's thinnest notebook. The design is revolutionary, but Apple's MacBook Air will appeal to a smaller, more specialized audience than the standard MacBook, thanks to a stripped-down set of connections and features.
7.7 von 10, Mobilität gut, Preis/Leistung schlecht
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 01/25/2008
Rating: Total score: 77% performance: 80% display: 80% mobility: 80%
70% Apple MacBook Air laptop review
Source: Tech Advisor English Archive.org version
The MacBook Air has arrived, a third MacBook model that brings incredibly small size to Apple's laptop line at a premium price. After getting some hands-on time with the MacBook Air at Macworld Expo, we've got some first impressions. At the risk of sounding obvious, the MacBook Air is incredibly light and tiny. Initial impressions of the MacBook Air are almost overwhelmingly positive. It's incredibly light and tiny, and has all the features we've come to expect from the MacBook line. But there's no optical drive and the hard drive isn't the biggest.
(von 5): 3.5, Verarbeitung 4, Ausstattung 3, Preis/Leistung 3
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 01/22/2008
Rating: Total score: 70% price: 60% features: 60% workmanship: 80%
70% Apple MacBook Air laptop review
Source: Tech Advisor English Archive.org version
The MacBook Air has arrived, a third MacBook model that brings incredibly small size to Apple's laptop line at a premium price. After getting some hands-on time with the MacBook Air at Macworld Expo, we've got some first impressions. At the risk of sounding obvious, the MacBook Air is incredibly light and tiny. Initial impressions of the MacBook Air are almost overwhelmingly positive. It's incredibly light and tiny, and has all the features we've come to expect from the MacBook line. But there's no optical drive and the hard drive isn't the biggest.
(von 5): 3.5, Verarbeitung 4, Ausstattung 3, Preis/Leistung 3
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 01/22/2008
Rating: Total score: 70% price: 60% features: 60% workmanship: 80%
70% Apple MacBook Air
Source: PC Mag English Archive.org version
If your weight requirements extend to 4-pounds and under, then the MacBook Air is not best of breed. The Sony VAIO VGN-SZ791N and the Lenovo ThinkPad X61 are now the favorites. For those who pre-ordered already and were sold as soon as Jobs whipped out the manila folder, the MacBook Air is hands down the thinnest and prettiest laptop in the market. The MacBook Air is officially the thinnest laptop, and the lightest of those with a 13-inch screen. But there were compromises that had to be made.
3.5 von 5, Display sehr gut, Mobilität mäßig, Preis/Leistung gut
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 01/16/2008
Rating: Total score: 70% price: 80% display: 90% mobility: 60%
70% Apple MacBook Air
Source: PC Mag English Archive.org version
If your weight requirements extend to 4-pounds and under, then the MacBook Air is not best of breed. The Sony VAIO VGN-SZ791N and the Lenovo ThinkPad X61 are now the favorites. For those who pre-ordered already and were sold as soon as Jobs whipped out the manila folder, the MacBook Air is hands down the thinnest and prettiest laptop in the market. The MacBook Air is officially the thinnest laptop, and the lightest of those with a 13-inch screen. But there were compromises that had to be made.
3.5 von 5, Display sehr gut, Mobilität mäßig, Preis/Leistung gut
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 01/16/2008
Rating: Total score: 70% price: 80% display: 90% mobility: 60%
Apple MacBook Air - First Look review
Source: Pocket Lint English Archive.org version
As a piece of engineering, the MacBook Air is impressive and Apple should be commended for getting all that tech into a device that is so thin. Up close and personal it's very impressive and makes our 6-month old MacBook Pro look like someone from Fat Camp. So why aren't we getting all excited about it as much as we should? Well for us it comes down to that non-replaceable battery. What's the point of having a portable device if you have to be within 5 hours of a power supply. Granted 5 hours is a long time and Apple suggest that if you opt for the SSD option you'll get even longer, but the inability to be able to replace the battery on the fly is a deal breaker for us. It might be fine when you first get it out of the box, but what happens in 2 years time when you've got to take it back to Apple because the battery is giving you below par performance?
Display gut, Mobilität zufriedenstellend, Preis/Leistung schlecht
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 01/15/2008
Rating: price: 40% display: 80% mobility: 70%
Apple MacBook Air - First Look review
Source: Pocket Lint English Archive.org version
As a piece of engineering, the MacBook Air is impressive and Apple should be commended for getting all that tech into a device that is so thin. Up close and personal it's very impressive and makes our 6-month old MacBook Pro look like someone from Fat Camp. So why aren't we getting all excited about it as much as we should? Well for us it comes down to that non-replaceable battery. What's the point of having a portable device if you have to be within 5 hours of a power supply. Granted 5 hours is a long time and Apple suggest that if you opt for the SSD option you'll get even longer, but the inability to be able to replace the battery on the fly is a deal breaker for us. It might be fine when you first get it out of the box, but what happens in 2 years time when you've got to take it back to Apple because the battery is giving you below par performance?
Display gut, Mobilität zufriedenstellend, Preis/Leistung schlecht
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 01/15/2008
Rating: price: 40% display: 80% mobility: 70%

Foreign Reviews

Apple MacBook Air mit SSD im Test
Source: HardwareLuxx German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 10/06/2009
Rating: price: 50% display: 80% mobility: 80% emissions: 30%
Apple MacBook Air mit SSD im Test
Source: HardwareLuxx German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 10/06/2009
Rating: price: 50% display: 80% mobility: 80% emissions: 30%
57% Apple MacBook Air
Source: T-Online German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 09/24/2009
Rating: Total score: 57% price: 40% performance: 53% features: 40% mobility: 53% ergonomy: 97%
57% Apple MacBook Air
Source: T-Online German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 09/24/2009
Rating: Total score: 57% price: 40% performance: 53% features: 40% mobility: 53% ergonomy: 97%
70% Apple Macbook Air
Source: PC Welt German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 09/16/2009
Rating: Total score: 70% price: 40% performance: 53% features: 40% mobility: 53% ergonomy: 97%
70% Apple Macbook Air
Source: PC Welt German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 09/16/2009
Rating: Total score: 70% price: 40% performance: 53% features: 40% mobility: 53% ergonomy: 97%
Macbook Air und seine Gegner
Source: e-media - 11/09 German
Comparison, , Long, Date: 07/01/2009
Rating: price: 40% performance: 80% mobility: 90% workmanship: 80%
Macbook Air und seine Gegner
Source: e-media - 11/09 German
Comparison, , Long, Date: 07/01/2009
Rating: price: 40% performance: 80% mobility: 90% workmanship: 80%
Flunder auf Speed
Source: c't - 5/09 German
Single Review, , Long, Date: 01/15/2009
Rating: performance: 60% features: 40% display: 70% mobility: 80% ergonomy: 80% emissions: 90%
Flunder auf Speed
Source: c't - 5/09 German
Single Review, , Long, Date: 01/15/2009
Rating: performance: 60% features: 40% display: 70% mobility: 80% ergonomy: 80% emissions: 90%
94% Das neue Macbook Air im Test
Source: Mac Welt German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 12/19/2008
Rating: Total score: 94% price: 40% performance: 80% emissions: 90%
94% Das neue Macbook Air im Test
Source: Mac Welt German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 12/19/2008
Rating: Total score: 94% price: 40% performance: 80% emissions: 90%
90% Apple MacBook Air Refresh
Source: Notebookjournal German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 11/28/2008
Rating: Total score: 90% price: 50% performance: 70% features: 20% display: 90% mobility: 50% workmanship: 90% ergonomy: 70%
90% Apple MacBook Air Refresh
Source: Notebookjournal German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 11/28/2008
Rating: Total score: 90% price: 50% performance: 70% features: 20% display: 90% mobility: 50% workmanship: 90% ergonomy: 70%
„Heiße Minis“ - Subnotebooks
Source: SFT - 8/08 German
Comparison, , Length Unknown, Date: 08/01/2008
Rating: features: 50%
„Heiße Minis“ - Subnotebooks
Source: SFT - 8/08 German
Comparison, , Length Unknown, Date: 08/01/2008
Rating: features: 50%
Apple MacBook Air Subnotebook
Source: Minitechnet German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 07/19/2008
Rating: price: 40% performance: 80% display: 100% mobility: 80% workmanship: 100% ergonomy: 60%
Apple MacBook Air Subnotebook
Source: Minitechnet German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 07/19/2008
Rating: price: 40% performance: 80% display: 100% mobility: 80% workmanship: 100% ergonomy: 60%
80% Typisch Apple - kleines Teil für viel Geld
Source: Notebookjournal German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 05/08/2008
Rating: Total score: 80% price: 50% performance: 50% features: 30% display: 100% mobility: 50% workmanship: 90% ergonomy: 70% emissions: 40%
80% Typisch Apple - kleines Teil für viel Geld
Source: Notebookjournal German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 05/08/2008
Rating: Total score: 80% price: 50% performance: 50% features: 30% display: 100% mobility: 50% workmanship: 90% ergonomy: 70% emissions: 40%
Subnotebook von Apple
Source: Stiftung Warentest - 5/08 German
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 05/01/2008
Rating: price: 40% performance: 80%
Subnotebook von Apple
Source: Stiftung Warentest - 5/08 German
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 05/01/2008
Rating: price: 40% performance: 80%
Luftpost von Apple: Test MacBook Air
Source: Tom's Hardware German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 04/29/2008
Rating: price: 40% features: 40%
Luftpost von Apple: Test MacBook Air
Source: Tom's Hardware German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 04/29/2008
Rating: price: 40% features: 40%
Flacher gehts kaum
Source: Stiftung Warentest - 5/08 German
Single Review, , Length Unknown, Date: 04/25/2008
Rating: price: 40% performance: 80% features: 50%
Flacher gehts kaum
Source: Stiftung Warentest - 5/08 German
Single Review, , Length Unknown, Date: 04/25/2008
Rating: price: 40% performance: 80% features: 50%
Das dünnste Notebook der Welt
Source: Notebook / Organizer / Handy - 5-6/08 German
Single Review, , Length Unknown, Date: 04/18/2008
Rating: mobility: 80%
Das dünnste Notebook der Welt
Source: Notebook / Organizer / Handy - 5-6/08 German
Single Review, , Length Unknown, Date: 04/18/2008
Rating: mobility: 80%
Die Leichtigkeit des Seins
Source: mobile Zeit - 3/08 German
Single Review, , Length Unknown, Date: 04/09/2008
Rating: performance: 70% features: 50%
Die Leichtigkeit des Seins
Source: mobile Zeit - 3/08 German
Single Review, , Length Unknown, Date: 04/09/2008
Rating: performance: 70% features: 50%
60% Apple Macbook Air
Source: Chip.de - 4/08 German
Single Review, , Very Short, Date: 04/01/2008
Rating: Total score: 60% price: 60%
60% Apple Macbook Air
Source: Chip.de - 4/08 German
Single Review, , Very Short, Date: 04/01/2008
Rating: Total score: 60% price: 60%
Die unerträgliche Leichtigkeit ist meins
Source: Plugged - 3/08 German
Single Review, , Length Unknown, Date: 03/31/2008
Rating: mobility: 80%
Die unerträgliche Leichtigkeit ist meins
Source: Plugged - 3/08 German
Single Review, , Length Unknown, Date: 03/31/2008
Rating: mobility: 80%
Die Leichtigkeit des Seins
Source: Mac Welt - 4/08 German
Single Review, , Length Unknown, Date: 03/05/2008
Rating: price: 40% performance: 70% mobility: 80% emissions: 80%
Ist weniger mehr?
Source: Mac Life - 4/08 German
Single Review, , Length Unknown, Date: 03/05/2008
Rating: features: 50%
Die Leichtigkeit des Seins
Source: Mac Welt - 4/08 German
Single Review, , Length Unknown, Date: 03/05/2008
Rating: price: 40% performance: 70% mobility: 80% emissions: 80%
Ist weniger mehr?
Source: Mac Life - 4/08 German
Single Review, , Length Unknown, Date: 03/05/2008
Rating: features: 50%
MacBook Air
Source: AON.at German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 03/03/2008
Rating: price: 50% display: 80% mobility: 80% ergonomy: 100%
MacBook Air
Source: AON.at German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 03/03/2008
Rating: price: 50% display: 80% mobility: 80% ergonomy: 100%
80% Ein Hauch von Laptop
Source: Connect - 4/08 German
Single Review, , Very Short, Date: 03/01/2008
Rating: Total score: 80% performance: 40% features: 60% mobility: 80% workmanship: 80% ergonomy: 100%
83% Fliegengewicht
Source: Computerbild - 6/08 German
Single Review, , Medium, Date: 03/01/2008
Rating: Total score: 83% price: 80% performance: 86% features: 80% display: 84% ergonomy: 80% emissions: 88%
All you need is the Air?
Source: WCM - 4/08 German
Comparison, , Long, Date: 03/01/2008
Rating: performance: 70% features: 50% display: 80% workmanship: 70%
80% Ein Hauch von Laptop
Source: Connect - 4/08 German
Single Review, , Very Short, Date: 03/01/2008
Rating: Total score: 80% performance: 40% features: 60% mobility: 80% workmanship: 80% ergonomy: 100%
83% Fliegengewicht
Source: Computerbild - 6/08 German
Single Review, , Medium, Date: 03/01/2008
Rating: Total score: 83% price: 80% performance: 86% features: 80% display: 84% ergonomy: 80% emissions: 88%
All you need is the Air?
Source: WCM - 4/08 German
Comparison, , Long, Date: 03/01/2008
Rating: performance: 70% features: 50% display: 80% workmanship: 70%
90% Macbook Air im Praxistest
Source: ZDNet German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 02/28/2008
Rating: Total score: 90% price: 70% performance: 60% features: 50%
90% Macbook Air im Praxistest
Source: ZDNet German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 02/28/2008
Rating: Total score: 90% price: 70% performance: 60% features: 50%
Mobilität in einer neuen Dimension
Source: SFT - 3/08 German
Comparison, , Length Unknown, Date: 02/27/2008
Rating: display: 80%
Mobilität in einer neuen Dimension
Source: SFT - 3/08 German
Comparison, , Length Unknown, Date: 02/27/2008
Rating: display: 80%
88% Apple MacBook Air im Test
Source: Notebookcheck German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 02/24/2008
Rating: Total score: 88% performance: 70% display: 92% mobility: 88% workmanship: 99% ergonomy: 95% emissions: 85%
88% Apple MacBook Air im Test
Source: Notebookcheck German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 02/24/2008
Rating: Total score: 88% performance: 70% display: 92% mobility: 88% workmanship: 99% ergonomy: 95% emissions: 85%
Das digitale Quartett
Source: Tomorrow - 3/08 German
Single Review, , Length Unknown, Date: 02/21/2008
Rating: price: 40% display: 80%
Das digitale Quartett
Source: Tomorrow - 3/08 German
Single Review, , Length Unknown, Date: 02/21/2008
Rating: price: 40% display: 80%
Airotisch: Das Apple MacBook Air im Test
Source: Netzwelt German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 02/20/2008
Rating: performance: 40% features: 40% mobility: 60% emissions: 80%
Airotisch: Das Apple MacBook Air im Test
Source: Netzwelt German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 02/20/2008
Rating: performance: 40% features: 40% mobility: 60% emissions: 80%
Mini-Notebooks
Source: c't - 5/08 German
Single Review, , Long, Date: 02/15/2008
Rating: performance: 40% features: 40% mobility: 80%
Mini-Notebooks
Source: c't - 5/08 German
Single Review, , Long, Date: 02/15/2008
Rating: performance: 40% features: 40% mobility: 80%
74% Apple MacBook Air (Notebook)
Source: Chip.de German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 02/12/2008
Rating: Total score: 74% performance: 64% features: 51% display: 100% mobility: 90% ergonomy: 73%
74% Apple MacBook Air (Notebook)
Source: Chip.de German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 02/12/2008
Rating: Total score: 74% performance: 64% features: 51% display: 100% mobility: 90% ergonomy: 73%
77% Apple Macbook Air
Source: ZDNet German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 02/08/2008
Rating: Total score: 77% price: 40% features: 70% mobility: 80%
77% Apple Macbook Air
Source: ZDNet German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 02/08/2008
Rating: Total score: 77% price: 40% features: 70% mobility: 80%
MacBook Air
Source: Mac Life - 3/08 German
Single Review, , Length Unknown, Date: 02/06/2008
Rating: mobility: 90%
MacBook Air
Source: Mac Life - 3/08 German
Single Review, , Length Unknown, Date: 02/06/2008
Rating: mobility: 90%
Dicke Überraschung: Dünnes MacBook
Source: Plugged - 2/08 German
Single Review, , Length Unknown, Date: 01/25/2008
Rating: mobility: 80%
Dicke Überraschung: Dünnes MacBook
Source: Plugged - 2/08 German
Single Review, , Length Unknown, Date: 01/25/2008
Rating: mobility: 80%
The MacBook Air Hands-On
Source: Tom's Hardware German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 01/18/2008
Rating: mobility: 90%
The MacBook Air Hands-On
Source: Tom's Hardware German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 01/18/2008
Rating: mobility: 90%
81% Apple MacBook Air SSD
Source: MuyComputer Spanish ES→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 04/01/2009
Rating: Total score: 81%
81% Apple MacBook Air SSD
Source: MuyComputer Spanish ES→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 04/01/2009
Rating: Total score: 81%
92% Apple MacBook Air
Source: PC Actual Spanish ES→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 04/16/2008
Rating: Total score: 92% price: 83%
92% Apple MacBook Air
Source: PC Actual Spanish ES→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 04/16/2008
Rating: Total score: 92% price: 83%
Steve Jobs y sus cacharritos: el MacBook Air a prueba
Source: CanalPDA Spanish ES→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 01/17/2008
Rating: price: 50% features: 50% display: 80% mobility: 90%
Steve Jobs y sus cacharritos: el MacBook Air a prueba
Source: CanalPDA Spanish ES→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 01/17/2008
Rating: price: 50% features: 50% display: 80% mobility: 90%
80% Air-o-dynamisch
Source: HET Magazine Dutch NL→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 02/05/2010
Rating: Total score: 80%
80% Air-o-dynamisch
Source: HET Magazine Dutch NL→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 02/05/2010
Rating: Total score: 80%
70% Apple MacBook Air FM4015
Source: PCM Dutch NL→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 02/22/2008
Rating: Total score: 70% price: 60% mobility: 80%
70% Apple MacBook Air FM4015
Source: PCM Dutch NL→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 02/22/2008
Rating: Total score: 70% price: 60% mobility: 80%
Dunste notebook ter wereld
Source: Computer Totaal Dutch NL→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 02/08/2008
Rating: price: 60% performance: 70% display: 80% mobility: 90%
Dunste notebook ter wereld
Source: Computer Totaal Dutch NL→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 02/08/2008
Rating: price: 60% performance: 70% display: 80% mobility: 90%
70% Apple Macbook Air : le fin du fin
Source: Erenumerique French FR→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 12/04/2009
Rating: Total score: 70%
70% Apple Macbook Air : le fin du fin
Source: Erenumerique French FR→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 12/04/2009
Rating: Total score: 70%
80% Apple MacBook Air 2009
Source: Les Numeriques French FR→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 07/31/2009
Rating: Total score: 80% performance: 60% mobility: 100% ergonomy: 80%
80% Apple MacBook Air 2009
Source: Les Numeriques French FR→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 07/31/2009
Rating: Total score: 80% performance: 60% mobility: 100% ergonomy: 80%
Egy okkal több a lottózásra
Source: NotebookTV.hu HU→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 09/26/2009
Rating: price: 30%
Egy okkal több a lottózásra
Source: NotebookTV.hu HU→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 09/26/2009
Rating: price: 30%

 

Apple MacBook Air 13 inch 2009-06 MC234*/A

Specifications

Apple MacBook Air 13 inch 2009-06 MC234*/ANotebook: Apple MacBook Air 13 inch 2009-06 MC234*/A
Processor: Intel Core 2 Duo SL9600
Graphics Adapter: NVIDIA GeForce 9400M (G) / ION (LE)
Display: 13.30 inch, 16:10, 1280 x 800 pixels
Weight: 1.346kg
Price: 1699 euro
Links: Apple homepage
 MacBook Air (Series)

Pricecompare

Average Score: 87% - good

Average of 2 scores (from 2 reviews)

 

Reviews

87% Review Apple MacBook Air - Mid 2009 (MC234*/A) | Notebookcheck
Up in the Clouds... Around a year and a half ago Steve Jobs introduced the MacBook Air. Even if it was partly refuted, it was advertised as the "thinnest notebook in the world". What was fascinating about it: at the time there was still no mention of the current ultra-slim trend. After the netbook boom there is now a trend towards especially thin notebooks, the Air now seems more in fashion than ever. Apple furthermore recognises the signs of the times, and overhauls the hardware equipment of the laptop.

Foreign Reviews

87% Apple MacBook Air - Mid 2009 (2.13 GHz/9400M/128GB SSD - MC234*/A)
Source: Notebookcheck German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 09/22/2009
Rating: Total score: 87% performance: 76% display: 90% mobility: 88% workmanship: 99% ergonomy: 95% emissions: 82%
87% Apple MacBook Air - Mid 2009 (2.13 GHz/9400M/128GB SSD - MC234*/A)
Source: Notebookcheck German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 09/22/2009
Rating: Total score: 87% performance: 76% display: 90% mobility: 88% workmanship: 99% ergonomy: 95% emissions: 82%

 

Apple MacBook Air 11 inch 2010-10

Specifications

Apple MacBook Air 11 inch 2010-10Notebook: Apple MacBook Air 11 inch 2010-10
Processor: Intel Core 2 Duo SU9400
Graphics Adapter: NVIDIA GeForce 320M
Display: 11.60 inch, 16:9, 1366 x 768 pixels
Weight: 1.062kg
Price: 1200 euro
Links: Apple homepage
 MacBook Air (Series)
 MacBook Air 11 inch 2010-10 (Model)

Pricecompare

Average Score: 81.98% - good

Average of 86 scores (from 132 reviews)

 

Reviews

88% Review Apple MacBook Air 11 Inch 2010 Subnotebook | Notebookcheck
Mac-Netbook? The 11.6" MacBook Air may compete in the Netbook league with its size and weight - case, display, and performance, however, are clearly a class higher. Whether the price of at least two Netbooks is justified, and how the Air fairs in our tests, can be discovered in the following review.
80% Apple MacBook Air 11-inch review
Source: CNet English Archive.org version
Thinner is better. At least, that's what Apple seems to think, judging by the new MacBook Air. It's so thin you could use it to shave. In fact, the 11-inch version is the most portable laptop we've ever encountered, even taking netbooks into account. The 11-inch Apple MacBook Air is remarkably thin and really enjoyable to use.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 03/11/2011
Rating: Total score: 80%
80% Apple MacBook Air 11-inch review
Source: CNet English Archive.org version
Thinner is better. At least, that's what Apple seems to think, judging by the new MacBook Air. It's so thin you could use it to shave. In fact, the 11-inch version is the most portable laptop we've ever encountered, even taking netbooks into account. The 11-inch Apple MacBook Air is remarkably thin and really enjoyable to use.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 03/11/2011
Rating: Total score: 80%
90% Apple MacBook Air 11-inch (2010) review
Source: Pocket Lint English Archive.org version
There is little to complain about with the MacBook Air 11-inch. It is, in a word, spectacular. It delivers performance in a package that is surprisingly complete and this, coupled with the design, makes the £1020 for the model reviewed here almost justifiable. Of course, that’s still expensive by any standards and there’s no avoiding the fact that you can get a new MacBook Pro, which is more powerful in all directions, for less money (and an SSD version of that starts from £1199). But the MacBook Air isn’t about affordability, it’s about making a statement, it’s about travelling light without having to sacrifice power and design. It won’t suit every taste and the lack of optical drive and connections will make the MacBook Air impractical for many, but you can’t help marvelling at it.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 03/02/2011
Rating: Total score: 90%
90% Apple MacBook Air 11-inch (2010) review
Source: Pocket Lint English Archive.org version
There is little to complain about with the MacBook Air 11-inch. It is, in a word, spectacular. It delivers performance in a package that is surprisingly complete and this, coupled with the design, makes the £1020 for the model reviewed here almost justifiable. Of course, that’s still expensive by any standards and there’s no avoiding the fact that you can get a new MacBook Pro, which is more powerful in all directions, for less money (and an SSD version of that starts from £1199). But the MacBook Air isn’t about affordability, it’s about making a statement, it’s about travelling light without having to sacrifice power and design. It won’t suit every taste and the lack of optical drive and connections will make the MacBook Air impractical for many, but you can’t help marvelling at it.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 03/02/2011
Rating: Total score: 90%
Review: MacBook Air 11-inch
Source: ITNews Australia English Archive.org version
Apple's ultraportable squeezes just enough power and longevity from the skinniest of chassis.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 02/24/2011
Review: MacBook Air 11-inch
Source: ITNews Australia English Archive.org version
Apple's ultraportable squeezes just enough power and longevity from the skinniest of chassis.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 02/24/2011
60% Apple MacBook Air 11-inch Ultraportable Laptop PC
Source: Comp Reviews English Archive.org version
Apple's MacBook Air 11-inch is an impressive achievement in technology. The laptop is thinner and lighter than any netbook on the market but provides superior performance. Of course, at $999 it is much more expensive but less than the past base MacBook Air. Compared to other ultraportables, it does sacrifice performance, storage and running time to provide its ultrathin profile.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 02/22/2011
Rating: Total score: 60%
60% Apple MacBook Air 11-inch Ultraportable Laptop PC
Source: Comp Reviews English Archive.org version
Apple's MacBook Air 11-inch is an impressive achievement in technology. The laptop is thinner and lighter than any netbook on the market but provides superior performance. Of course, at $999 it is much more expensive but less than the past base MacBook Air. Compared to other ultraportables, it does sacrifice performance, storage and running time to provide its ultrathin profile.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 02/22/2011
Rating: Total score: 60%
83% Reviewed: Apple's sleek ultraportable MacBook Air 11in
Source: PC Authority English Archive.org version
In fact, you can throw more at it than you might imagine. With an Nvidia GeForce 320M discrete chip inside, the MacBook Air eased through our Crysis test at native resolution, averaging 36fps at Low quality settings. Full HD MKVs played smoothly, as did 720p clips on YouTube. It even managed a little video editing, smoothly previewing three HD clips simultaneously in CyberLink PowerDirector. While we wouldn't recommend the Air to enthusiasts, it can do a perfectly good job with home movies.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 02/11/2011
Rating: Total score: 83% price: 67% performance: 50% features: 100% ergonomy: 100%
83% Reviewed: Apple's sleek ultraportable MacBook Air 11in
Source: PC Authority English Archive.org version
In fact, you can throw more at it than you might imagine. With an Nvidia GeForce 320M discrete chip inside, the MacBook Air eased through our Crysis test at native resolution, averaging 36fps at Low quality settings. Full HD MKVs played smoothly, as did 720p clips on YouTube. It even managed a little video editing, smoothly previewing three HD clips simultaneously in CyberLink PowerDirector. While we wouldn't recommend the Air to enthusiasts, it can do a perfectly good job with home movies.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 02/11/2011
Rating: Total score: 83% price: 67% performance: 50% features: 100% ergonomy: 100%
80% MacBook Air 11-inch Review
Source: Techtree.com English Archive.org version
Overall, we really liked the new 11-inch MacBook. It`s one of those things that you fall in love with at first sight and even when you decided to wipe that drool off your face and look deeper below the aluminum skin it still manages to impress. The price may seem steep at first but as we keüt saying throught the review, for the kind of engineering that has gone into making the device what it is, we think its well worth it.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 01/07/2011
Rating: Total score: 80%
80% MacBook Air 11-inch Review
Source: Techtree.com English Archive.org version
Overall, we really liked the new 11-inch MacBook. It`s one of those things that you fall in love with at first sight and even when you decided to wipe that drool off your face and look deeper below the aluminum skin it still manages to impress. The price may seem steep at first but as we keüt saying throught the review, for the kind of engineering that has gone into making the device what it is, we think its well worth it.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 01/07/2011
Rating: Total score: 80%
80% Apple MacBook Air 11" Review
Source: T Break English Archive.org version
The MacBook Air is one the best laptops I’ve used. It is gorgeous to look at, has an excellent build quality and is extremely portable, along with being extremely snappy. Had the keyboard featured a backlight, I would have ordered it on the day it was launched but even without that, I am still very tempted to get it as my primary machine.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 12/27/2010
Rating: Total score: 80%
80% Apple MacBook Air 11" Review
Source: T Break English Archive.org version
The MacBook Air is one the best laptops I’ve used. It is gorgeous to look at, has an excellent build quality and is extremely portable, along with being extremely snappy. Had the keyboard featured a backlight, I would have ordered it on the day it was launched but even without that, I am still very tempted to get it as my primary machine.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 12/27/2010
Rating: Total score: 80%
90% Apple MacBook Air 11in (Late 2010) review
Source: Tech Advisor English Archive.org version
Unlike a netbook, the 11in MacBook Air will rarely keep you waiting. A 5-hour-plus battery is good, running longer in the Air’s native Mac OS X. And measured statistics don’t show what a delight the 11in is to hold and work with. A perfect carry-anywhere notebook? Not quite – a 3G modem’s absence is becoming embarrassing, while the screen resolution is just beyond the comfort level. Elsewhere, we have to give due credit. As an exceedingly compact notebook – or a dear netbook – that will happily and snappily run OS X, Linux or Windows, the MacBook Air 11in is the category’s new gold standard.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 12/17/2010
Rating: Total score: 90% price: 80% features: 80% workmanship: 90%
90% Apple MacBook Air 11in (Late 2010) review
Source: Tech Advisor English Archive.org version
Unlike a netbook, the 11in MacBook Air will rarely keep you waiting. A 5-hour-plus battery is good, running longer in the Air’s native Mac OS X. And measured statistics don’t show what a delight the 11in is to hold and work with. A perfect carry-anywhere notebook? Not quite – a 3G modem’s absence is becoming embarrassing, while the screen resolution is just beyond the comfort level. Elsewhere, we have to give due credit. As an exceedingly compact notebook – or a dear netbook – that will happily and snappily run OS X, Linux or Windows, the MacBook Air 11in is the category’s new gold standard.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 12/17/2010
Rating: Total score: 90% price: 80% features: 80% workmanship: 90%
80% Apple Macbook Air 11in slim laptop computer
Source: Computer Active English Archive.org version

The first Macbook Air, released in 2008, was a computer that could be sold on style as well as processing power. The new model continues that theme: it's a well-designed laptop, thin, lightweight and beautifully engineered. Samsung's Q330 is a Windows laptop with similar processing power, and though it may be less stylish, it's nearly half the price. If you don't need the Mac looks, a cheaper model is better value.


Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 12/15/2010
Rating: Total score: 80%
80% Apple Macbook Air 11in slim laptop computer
Source: Computer Active English Archive.org version

The first Macbook Air, released in 2008, was a computer that could be sold on style as well as processing power. The new model continues that theme: it's a well-designed laptop, thin, lightweight and beautifully engineered. Samsung's Q330 is a Windows laptop with similar processing power, and though it may be less stylish, it's nearly half the price. If you don't need the Mac looks, a cheaper model is better value.


Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 12/15/2010
Rating: Total score: 80%
84% Apple MacBook Air 11-inch (1.4GHz/128GB)
Source: PC World India English Archive.org version

The 11-inch MacBook Air ultraportable laptop is an elegant style statement. It has speedy flash storage, improved graphics and offers 5 hours of battery life. A well-balanced 11-inch premium slim laptop that sells for an attractive price.


Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 12/13/2010
Rating: Total score: 84%
84% Apple MacBook Air 11-inch (1.4GHz/128GB)
Source: PC World India English Archive.org version

The 11-inch MacBook Air ultraportable laptop is an elegant style statement. It has speedy flash storage, improved graphics and offers 5 hours of battery life. A well-balanced 11-inch premium slim laptop that sells for an attractive price.


Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 12/13/2010
Rating: Total score: 84%
80% Macbook Air 11-inch
Source: Tech2.in.com English Archive.org version

On the other hand if you need a Mac for heavy work, the amount you’ll pay for decent upgrades will also get you a much more capable MacBook Pro. The new 11-inch Air is undeniably gorgeous and will win many people over purely for its looks, but is sadly just a bit too underpowered to be recommended wholeheartedly.


Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 12/10/2010
Rating: Total score: 80%
80% Macbook Air 11-inch
Source: Tech2.in.com English Archive.org version

On the other hand if you need a Mac for heavy work, the amount you’ll pay for decent upgrades will also get you a much more capable MacBook Pro. The new 11-inch Air is undeniably gorgeous and will win many people over purely for its looks, but is sadly just a bit too underpowered to be recommended wholeheartedly.


Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 12/10/2010
Rating: Total score: 80%
Apple MacBook Air 11 Review
Source: Student Buying Guide English Archive.org version
The MacBook Air 11.6-inch laptop is a beautiful laptop and a treat to carry around and use. It’s of course not perfect, and the one thing that prevents it from being a sure fire recommendation is all of the great competition out there for 11.6-inch laptops that are much cheaper. For instance, you can get the Acer Aspire 1830t with a Core i3 processor and more ports for $699. The Dell Inspiron M101z and HP Pavilion dm1z and Toshiba Satellite T215 are all also attractively priced at around $500 - $650. If you need more power than the MacBook Air in an 11.6” form factor there’s also the Alienware m11x. All that competition though and the MacBook Air still reigns as the most drool worthy and well constructed of all these in the 11-inch laptop category. The aluminum unicast body is extremely solid feeling and the feather light weight just amazing. The screen on the MacBook Air 11 also stands out against any of the competition. In conclusion, I do recommend the MacBook Air 11.6-inch to students that happen to have a little extra money and can warrant paying a premium for the Apple brand, quality and support. I think most students are going to have to step up to the 128GB storage version to fit all the programs and files you’ll need when in school, so that means you’re looking at a price of around $1,199. The 4GB memory upgrade is probably worth the extra $100 but the processor upgrade to 1.60Ghz is not worth it. If you’re on a budget and can’t justify the cost of the MacBook Air 11, at least you’re in luck with all the other options out there, and if you can afford the MacBook Air 11 then consider yourself lucky and in for a treat!
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 12/04/2010
Apple MacBook Air 11 Review
Source: Student Buying Guide English Archive.org version
The MacBook Air 11.6-inch laptop is a beautiful laptop and a treat to carry around and use. It’s of course not perfect, and the one thing that prevents it from being a sure fire recommendation is all of the great competition out there for 11.6-inch laptops that are much cheaper. For instance, you can get the Acer Aspire 1830t with a Core i3 processor and more ports for $699. The Dell Inspiron M101z and HP Pavilion dm1z and Toshiba Satellite T215 are all also attractively priced at around $500 - $650. If you need more power than the MacBook Air in an 11.6” form factor there’s also the Alienware m11x. All that competition though and the MacBook Air still reigns as the most drool worthy and well constructed of all these in the 11-inch laptop category. The aluminum unicast body is extremely solid feeling and the feather light weight just amazing. The screen on the MacBook Air 11 also stands out against any of the competition. In conclusion, I do recommend the MacBook Air 11.6-inch to students that happen to have a little extra money and can warrant paying a premium for the Apple brand, quality and support. I think most students are going to have to step up to the 128GB storage version to fit all the programs and files you’ll need when in school, so that means you’re looking at a price of around $1,199. The 4GB memory upgrade is probably worth the extra $100 but the processor upgrade to 1.60Ghz is not worth it. If you’re on a budget and can’t justify the cost of the MacBook Air 11, at least you’re in luck with all the other options out there, and if you can afford the MacBook Air 11 then consider yourself lucky and in for a treat!
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 12/04/2010
80% Apple MacBook Air (11in, late 2010)
Source: Good Gear Guide English Archive.org version
Apple's MacBook Air isn't for everyone; its modest specifications, limited ports and relatively small storage will disappoint some. Apple claims that the MacBook Air's battery life is five hours; it lasted 4 hours and 27 minutes in our battery rundown test, where we looped an XviD file in full screen mode. Just like the MacBook Pro, the MacBook Air has a non-removable lithium-polymer battery.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 12/01/2010
Rating: Total score: 80%
80% Apple MacBook Air (11in, late 2010)
Source: Good Gear Guide English Archive.org version
Apple's MacBook Air isn't for everyone; its modest specifications, limited ports and relatively small storage will disappoint some. Apple claims that the MacBook Air's battery life is five hours; it lasted 4 hours and 27 minutes in our battery rundown test, where we looped an XviD file in full screen mode. Just like the MacBook Pro, the MacBook Air has a non-removable lithium-polymer battery.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 12/01/2010
Rating: Total score: 80%
90% MacBook Air 11-inch review
Source: Techradar English Archive.org version

With the late 2010 release, the MacBook Air leaves behind its novelty image and becomes a genuine rival to the entry-level MacBook and MacBook Pro. It has a power that belies its on-paper clock speed, a gorgeous screen and with its new battery and energy-saving technology, instant-on convenience. We miss the backlit keyboard, though, and hope it returns in the next generation of MacBook Airs. It's still pretty expensive too, with the range starting at £849 and this particular model costing £999. It might not be a notebook for everybody, but if you want something that's powerful, convenient and portable, it just might be the notebook for you.


Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 11/29/2010
Rating: Total score: 90%
90% MacBook Air 11-inch review
Source: Techradar English Archive.org version

With the late 2010 release, the MacBook Air leaves behind its novelty image and becomes a genuine rival to the entry-level MacBook and MacBook Pro. It has a power that belies its on-paper clock speed, a gorgeous screen and with its new battery and energy-saving technology, instant-on convenience. We miss the backlit keyboard, though, and hope it returns in the next generation of MacBook Airs. It's still pretty expensive too, with the range starting at £849 and this particular model costing £999. It might not be a notebook for everybody, but if you want something that's powerful, convenient and portable, it just might be the notebook for you.


Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 11/29/2010
Rating: Total score: 90%
70% MacBook Air 11in (Late 2010) Review
Source: Trusted Reviews English Archive.org version

As much as the MacBook Air is a beautiful machine, you really do have to think carefully before buying one. There are myriad alternative laptops that are no less portable, and that almost universally offer better specs than the 11in Air. If, therefore, you’re the kind of person that cares purely about what you physically get for your money, this isn’t the system for you. However, if you think value is in more than just the price, have the money to burn, and want an ultra-portable laptop that, as well as being capable of performing all he every day tasks you throw at it, makes you feel satisfied just to have used it, then you should definitely consider an 11in MacBook Air.


Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 11/26/2010
Rating: Total score: 70% price: 60% performance: 70% features: 60% ergonomy: 10%
70% MacBook Air 11in (Late 2010) Review
Source: Trusted Reviews English Archive.org version

As much as the MacBook Air is a beautiful machine, you really do have to think carefully before buying one. There are myriad alternative laptops that are no less portable, and that almost universally offer better specs than the 11in Air. If, therefore, you’re the kind of person that cares purely about what you physically get for your money, this isn’t the system for you. However, if you think value is in more than just the price, have the money to burn, and want an ultra-portable laptop that, as well as being capable of performing all he every day tasks you throw at it, makes you feel satisfied just to have used it, then you should definitely consider an 11in MacBook Air.


Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 11/26/2010
Rating: Total score: 70% price: 60% performance: 70% features: 60% ergonomy: 10%
83% Apple MacBook Air (11-inch, Late 2010) review
Source: It Pro English Archive.org version

The 11in MacBook Air is an impressively slender, lightweight laptop with a large, comfortable keyboard, a bright screen and long battery life. If you can afford it, it’s a good choice if you want an ultra-portable laptop that’s more capable than a netbook. However, the 13in MacBook Air remains our favourite ultra-portable laptop. Although it’s more expensive and is a bit bigger and heavier, it has the benefit of a higher resolution screen, a bigger SSD, faster applications performance and dramatically longer battery life.


Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 11/25/2010
Rating: Total score: 83%
83% Apple MacBook Air (11-inch, Late 2010) review
Source: It Pro English Archive.org version

The 11in MacBook Air is an impressively slender, lightweight laptop with a large, comfortable keyboard, a bright screen and long battery life. If you can afford it, it’s a good choice if you want an ultra-portable laptop that’s more capable than a netbook. However, the 13in MacBook Air remains our favourite ultra-portable laptop. Although it’s more expensive and is a bit bigger and heavier, it has the benefit of a higher resolution screen, a bigger SSD, faster applications performance and dramatically longer battery life.


Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 11/25/2010
Rating: Total score: 83%
75% Apple MacBook Air 11.6in sub-notebook, The beauty and the boast
Source: Reg Hardware English Archive.org version

Apple MacBook Air 11.6in Ultra-slim, ultra-gorgeous sub-notebook with a class-leading performance - and a big price tag.


Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 11/23/2010
Rating: Total score: 75% price: 45%
75% Apple MacBook Air 11.6in sub-notebook, The beauty and the boast
Source: Reg Hardware English Archive.org version

Apple MacBook Air 11.6in Ultra-slim, ultra-gorgeous sub-notebook with a class-leading performance - and a big price tag.


Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 11/23/2010
Rating: Total score: 75% price: 45%
Macbook Air 11.6 inch video review – really a portable laptop you must love
Source: Netbooklive English Archive.org version

All in all, I think Apple really did a great job with their Air. Yes, it does have its flaws, but overall it’s a device you cannot not love. And that’s not just me saying that, but everyone who saw me with it last week, especially the girls in my office. I do think I would like one of these for Christmas, however in my Country the 128 GB version doesn’t go for $1299 like in the States (or even less on Amazon, where it it slightly discounted) , but more like 1500 euro, which is just too much. But I’m still considering it.


Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 11/22/2010
Macbook Air 11.6 inch video review – really a portable laptop you must love
Source: Netbooklive English Archive.org version

All in all, I think Apple really did a great job with their Air. Yes, it does have its flaws, but overall it’s a device you cannot not love. And that’s not just me saying that, but everyone who saw me with it last week, especially the girls in my office. I do think I would like one of these for Christmas, however in my Country the 128 GB version doesn’t go for $1299 like in the States (or even less on Amazon, where it it slightly discounted) , but more like 1500 euro, which is just too much. But I’m still considering it.


Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 11/22/2010
83% Apple MacBook Air 11in review
Source: PC Pro English Archive.org version

An incredible piece of engineering that squeezes just enough power and battery life from the skinniest chassis imaginable


Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 11/19/2010
Rating: Total score: 83% price: 67% performance: 50%
83% Apple MacBook Air 11in review
Source: PC Pro English Archive.org version

An incredible piece of engineering that squeezes just enough power and battery life from the skinniest chassis imaginable


Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 11/19/2010
Rating: Total score: 83% price: 67% performance: 50%
Apple MacBook Air 11-inch review
Source: T3 English Archive.org version
Our main issue with the Apple MacBook Air is the price. At £850 for the basic model and £1000 for our review model it certainly isn't cheap (although lets not forget the original MacBook Air debuted at around £1200). Especially when you consider you can get a MacBook with a 10-hour battery, more storage and a 2.4Ghz processor for £850.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 11/15/2010
Rating: price: 50% mobility: 80%
Apple MacBook Air 11-inch review
Source: T3 English Archive.org version
Our main issue with the Apple MacBook Air is the price. At £850 for the basic model and £1000 for our review model it certainly isn't cheap (although lets not forget the original MacBook Air debuted at around £1200). Especially when you consider you can get a MacBook with a 10-hour battery, more storage and a 2.4Ghz processor for £850.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 11/15/2010
Rating: price: 50% mobility: 80%
80% Apple MacBook Air 11.6-inch 2010
Source: Digital Versus English Archive.org version
In general Macbooks are reputed for their impeccable finish. The Macbook Air 11.6-inch is no exception to the rule. Its brushed aluminium shell is not subject to scratches. The Macbook Air is an ultra-portable with a good power/size ratio. Note however that if size is not a decisive factor in your choice, the MacBook Pro offers better battery life and much better performance.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 11/12/2010
Rating: Total score: 80%
80% Apple MacBook Air 11.6-inch 2010
Source: Digital Versus English Archive.org version
In general Macbooks are reputed for their impeccable finish. The Macbook Air 11.6-inch is no exception to the rule. Its brushed aluminium shell is not subject to scratches. The Macbook Air is an ultra-portable with a good power/size ratio. Note however that if size is not a decisive factor in your choice, the MacBook Pro offers better battery life and much better performance.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 11/12/2010
Rating: Total score: 80%
85% Apple MacBook Air (11.6-inch) Review
Source: Digital Trends English Archive.org version
Repeat after us: This is not a netbook. This is not a netbook. This is not a netbook.

While we tip our hats to that particular class of notebook for sliding prices for compact notebooks south, along with consumer expectations, the MacBook Air makes few of the same concessions in a form factor that no company outside Apple can really contest.


Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 11/09/2010
Rating: Total score: 85%
85% Apple MacBook Air (11.6-inch) Review
Source: Digital Trends English Archive.org version
Repeat after us: This is not a netbook. This is not a netbook. This is not a netbook.

While we tip our hats to that particular class of notebook for sliding prices for compact notebooks south, along with consumer expectations, the MacBook Air makes few of the same concessions in a form factor that no company outside Apple can really contest.


Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 11/09/2010
Rating: Total score: 85%
Apple Macbook Air 11 inch 2010-10
Source: AnandTech English Archive.org version
Apple's 11-inch Upgraded MacBook Air: Do 1.6GHz and 4GB Make a Difference?

The 11-inch MacBook Air may be portable perfection, but by default it’s not the perfect notebook. It’s slow, the battery doesn’t last all that long under actual use and the screen resolution, although appreciably high, makes things a little difficult to read.


Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 11/06/2010
Apple Macbook Air 11 inch 2010-10
Source: AnandTech English Archive.org version
Apple's 11-inch Upgraded MacBook Air: Do 1.6GHz and 4GB Make a Difference?

The 11-inch MacBook Air may be portable perfection, but by default it’s not the perfect notebook. It’s slow, the battery doesn’t last all that long under actual use and the screen resolution, although appreciably high, makes things a little difficult to read.


Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 11/06/2010
80% MacBook Air review
Source: Electricpig English Archive.org version

This new MacBook Air review was not easy for us. Don’t get us wrong, Apple’s waif-like laptop is unquestionably gorgeous. It’s thinner than anything else in our manbag, and Apple’s new battery technology gives it a lifetime between charges to shame anything that’s been there before. This really shouldn’t be the only computer you own, but it’s the only one worth considering for life on the road.


Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 11/02/2010
Rating: Total score: 80%
New MacBook Airs Experiencing Logic Board Issues?
Source: MacRumors English Archive.org version
Over the weekend, Cult of Mac noted that there appears to be a rising number of complaints from users of the new MacBook Air regarding kernel panics, video distortion and other issues that could be related to defective logic boards.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 11/02/2010
80% MacBook Air review
Source: Electricpig English Archive.org version

This new MacBook Air review was not easy for us. Don’t get us wrong, Apple’s waif-like laptop is unquestionably gorgeous. It’s thinner than anything else in our manbag, and Apple’s new battery technology gives it a lifetime between charges to shame anything that’s been there before. This really shouldn’t be the only computer you own, but it’s the only one worth considering for life on the road.


Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 11/02/2010
Rating: Total score: 80%
New MacBook Airs Experiencing Logic Board Issues?
Source: MacRumors English Archive.org version
Over the weekend, Cult of Mac noted that there appears to be a rising number of complaints from users of the new MacBook Air regarding kernel panics, video distortion and other issues that could be related to defective logic boards.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 11/02/2010
80% Apple MacBook Air review
Source: T3 English Archive.org version

A gorgeous and desirable device, but it's the sort of laptop you'd buy for yourself if you won the lottery. Brilliant, but expensive.


Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 10/29/2010
Rating: Total score: 80%
80% Apple MacBook Air review
Source: T3 English Archive.org version

A gorgeous and desirable device, but it's the sort of laptop you'd buy for yourself if you won the lottery. Brilliant, but expensive.


Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 10/29/2010
Rating: Total score: 80%
Apple MacBook Air (11.6-inch) Review
Source: Notebookreview.com English Archive.org version

While there is something about the Apple/Microsoft dichotomy that seems to bring out the worst in tech aficionados, it's hard to deny that the new MacBook Airs, especially the smaller, 11.6-inch model, have style. Holding one makes it easy to believe Apple's rhetoric about the future of computing: all solid state, no optical drives, no power cycling, standby times and more. Despite the fact that it's pretty, and useful, and even pretty useful, it's still an Apple laptop. That means that buying into the MacBook Air means paying a little Apple tax - especially noticeable when compared to alternatives such as the Alienware M11x or Acer TimelineX 1830T. Still, Apple did well what Apple usually does well: they made a gorgeous computer. In today's increasingly cloud-centric world, that might just be enough


Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 10/28/2010
Rating: price: 70% performance: 60% features: 80% ergonomy: 90%
Apple MacBook Air (11.6-inch) Review
Source: Notebookreview.com English Archive.org version

While there is something about the Apple/Microsoft dichotomy that seems to bring out the worst in tech aficionados, it's hard to deny that the new MacBook Airs, especially the smaller, 11.6-inch model, have style. Holding one makes it easy to believe Apple's rhetoric about the future of computing: all solid state, no optical drives, no power cycling, standby times and more. Despite the fact that it's pretty, and useful, and even pretty useful, it's still an Apple laptop. That means that buying into the MacBook Air means paying a little Apple tax - especially noticeable when compared to alternatives such as the Alienware M11x or Acer TimelineX 1830T. Still, Apple did well what Apple usually does well: they made a gorgeous computer. In today's increasingly cloud-centric world, that might just be enough


Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 10/28/2010
Rating: price: 70% performance: 60% features: 80% ergonomy: 90%
90% 11-inch Apple MacBook Air review
Source: Tech Advisor English Archive.org version

The 11-inch dynamo, the smallest and lightest laptop in Apple history, the one with the £849 price tag, is quite possibly the most desirable laptop Apple has ever made. The release of the iPad made me wonder if I’d consider a Mac laptop as my constant travelling companion ever again; the release of the 11-inch MacBook Air proves that there’s still plenty of life left in the Mac after all.


Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 10/27/2010
Rating: Total score: 90% price: 80% features: 80% workmanship: 90%
Apple MacBook Air 11.6-inch
Source: Trusted Reviews English Archive.org version

One of the things Apple made big deal of at the launch of the new MacBook Airs was their use of flash memory, which provides weight, size, and performance benefits over hard drives. While a fair degree of this was rhetoric, what was clear from our quick play is that despite a relatively slow CPU, the 11.6in Air felt really snappy. While it certainly won't be replacing your desktop for gaming and video editing tasks, it felt more than adequate for day to day activities.


Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 10/27/2010
performance: 40%
90% 11-inch Apple MacBook Air review
Source: Tech Advisor English Archive.org version

The 11-inch dynamo, the smallest and lightest laptop in Apple history, the one with the £849 price tag, is quite possibly the most desirable laptop Apple has ever made. The release of the iPad made me wonder if I’d consider a Mac laptop as my constant travelling companion ever again; the release of the 11-inch MacBook Air proves that there’s still plenty of life left in the Mac after all.


Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 10/27/2010
Rating: Total score: 90% price: 80% features: 80% workmanship: 90%
Apple MacBook Air 11.6-inch
Source: Trusted Reviews English Archive.org version

One of the things Apple made big deal of at the launch of the new MacBook Airs was their use of flash memory, which provides weight, size, and performance benefits over hard drives. While a fair degree of this was rhetoric, what was clear from our quick play is that despite a relatively slow CPU, the 11.6in Air felt really snappy. While it certainly won't be replacing your desktop for gaming and video editing tasks, it felt more than adequate for day to day activities.


Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 10/27/2010
performance: 40%
Apple's 2010 MacBook Air (11 & 13 inch)
Source: AnandTech English Archive.org version

I really like the form factor of the 11-inch MacBook Air. It's great to carry around. It's like an iPad for people who have to get real work done. I just wish it was faster. If Intel made a 32nm Core 2 Duo, clocked high enough the 11 would be perfect. I guess that’s what Atom is eventually supposed to be, but right now the performance is just too low. Intel appears to have been too conservative with Atom. Perhaps Bobcat and ARM’s Cortex A15 will light a fire under Intel's Atom team.


Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 10/26/2010
performance: 50%
80% Apple MacBook Air Fall 2010
Source: CNet English Archive.org version

The new 11.6-inch version of the MacBook Air kills both birds with one stone, as the smallest current Apple laptop (there were 12-inch PowerBook models as recently as five years ago), and also lowering the entry price to $999, coincidentally, the same as the white basic 13-inch MacBook. Apple makes the MacBook Air both smaller and less expensive, creating an excellent ultraportable, but leaving out a few features along the way.


Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 10/26/2010
Rating: Total score: 80% performance: 80% features: 80% mobility: 80%
80% MacBook Air review (late 2010)
Source: Engadget English Archive.org version

Make no mistake about it, the new MacBook Airs are very good laptops. What they lack in speed and power, they make up for in build quality and big time battery life. Add to that gorgeous displays, solid state storage, and the unquestionably stable OS X, and the concoction makes for a nearly irresistible offering... provided you've got the cash.


Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 10/26/2010
Rating: Total score: 80%
83% Apple MacBook Air review
Source: PC Pro English Archive.org version

Gorgeous design, reasonable power and long battery life - Apple's got it right third time around.


Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 10/26/2010
Rating: Total score: 83% price: 67% performance: 67% features: 100%
Apple's 2010 MacBook Air (11 & 13 inch)
Source: AnandTech English Archive.org version

I really like the form factor of the 11-inch MacBook Air. It's great to carry around. It's like an iPad for people who have to get real work done. I just wish it was faster. If Intel made a 32nm Core 2 Duo, clocked high enough the 11 would be perfect. I guess that’s what Atom is eventually supposed to be, but right now the performance is just too low. Intel appears to have been too conservative with Atom. Perhaps Bobcat and ARM’s Cortex A15 will light a fire under Intel's Atom team.


Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 10/26/2010
performance: 50%
80% Apple MacBook Air Fall 2010
Source: CNet English Archive.org version

The new 11.6-inch version of the MacBook Air kills both birds with one stone, as the smallest current Apple laptop (there were 12-inch PowerBook models as recently as five years ago), and also lowering the entry price to $999, coincidentally, the same as the white basic 13-inch MacBook. Apple makes the MacBook Air both smaller and less expensive, creating an excellent ultraportable, but leaving out a few features along the way.


Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 10/26/2010
Rating: Total score: 80% performance: 80% features: 80% mobility: 80%
80% MacBook Air review (late 2010)
Source: Engadget English Archive.org version

Make no mistake about it, the new MacBook Airs are very good laptops. What they lack in speed and power, they make up for in build quality and big time battery life. Add to that gorgeous displays, solid state storage, and the unquestionably stable OS X, and the concoction makes for a nearly irresistible offering... provided you've got the cash.


Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 10/26/2010
Rating: Total score: 80%
83% Apple MacBook Air review
Source: PC Pro English Archive.org version

Gorgeous design, reasonable power and long battery life - Apple's got it right third time around.


Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 10/26/2010
Rating: Total score: 83% price: 67% performance: 67% features: 100%
80% Apple MacBook Air (2010) review
Source: Pocket Lint English Archive.org version

On the surface the MacBook Air looks like an expensive option compared to Apple's MacBook Pro that you get off the shelf. In fact, at a quick glance the difference is over £500, but to be fair, the off the shelf MacBook Pro doesn't come with the flash storage; an optional upgrade that adds £640 to the price tag. Factor that in and the MacBook Pro's pricing starts to become more realistic considering the lack of optical drive and ports like the Ethernet and FireWire. So what you are actually getting is a fair deal, an expensive one agreed, but it's that move to SSD that is the expensive element here, not necessarily Apple just ripping you off. When we reviewed the first MacBook Air in February 2008 we slammed it. Why? Because it was overly expensive and it was too ahead of its time when it came to losing the Ethernet socket; all of that, combined with an average battery life, meant we felt it was a model that was never destined to leave the house.


Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 10/25/2010
Rating: Total score: 80%
Size does matter with the 11-inch McBook Air
Source: Wired Magazine English Archive.org version
However, if you’re the type who doesn’t mind using Windows, we can’t justify purchasing the 11-inch Air versus a netbook. A netbook on average costs $300 to $500 and isn’t much worse than the Air when it comes down to what you’ll be using it for — less work, more play. An Air will cost you at least double the amount of a netbook, and unfortunately it doesn’t deliver twice the performance.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 10/25/2010
Rating: performance: 80% display: 40% mobility: 80%
80% MacBook Air 11in
Source: Stuff Magazine English Archive.org version
A peerless ultraportable, but no desktop replacement.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 10/25/2010
Rating: Total score: 80%
80% Apple MacBook Air (2010) review
Source: Pocket Lint English Archive.org version

On the surface the MacBook Air looks like an expensive option compared to Apple's MacBook Pro that you get off the shelf. In fact, at a quick glance the difference is over £500, but to be fair, the off the shelf MacBook Pro doesn't come with the flash storage; an optional upgrade that adds £640 to the price tag. Factor that in and the MacBook Pro's pricing starts to become more realistic considering the lack of optical drive and ports like the Ethernet and FireWire. So what you are actually getting is a fair deal, an expensive one agreed, but it's that move to SSD that is the expensive element here, not necessarily Apple just ripping you off. When we reviewed the first MacBook Air in February 2008 we slammed it. Why? Because it was overly expensive and it was too ahead of its time when it came to losing the Ethernet socket; all of that, combined with an average battery life, meant we felt it was a model that was never destined to leave the house.


Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 10/25/2010
Rating: Total score: 80%
Size does matter with the 11-inch McBook Air
Source: Wired Magazine English Archive.org version
However, if you’re the type who doesn’t mind using Windows, we can’t justify purchasing the 11-inch Air versus a netbook. A netbook on average costs $300 to $500 and isn’t much worse than the Air when it comes down to what you’ll be using it for — less work, more play. An Air will cost you at least double the amount of a netbook, and unfortunately it doesn’t deliver twice the performance.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 10/25/2010
Rating: performance: 80% display: 40% mobility: 80%
80% MacBook Air 11in
Source: Stuff Magazine English Archive.org version
A peerless ultraportable, but no desktop replacement.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 10/25/2010
Rating: Total score: 80%
80% Apple MacBook Air review
Source: Channel Web English Archive.org version

A strong upgrade for Apple's ultra-portable laptop, but it's still expensive. There's no denying the sheer elegance of the MacBook Air.You're paying a premium for the super-slimline design, but this latest version of the MacBook Air provides much improved performance and battery life that will ensure that it earns its keep when you're travelling.


Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 10/22/2010
Rating: Total score: 80%
80% Apple MacBook Air review
Source: Computing English Archive.org version

There's no denying the sheer elegance of the MacBook Air. Its sleek, metallic design leaves most of its rivals in the ultra-portable laptop category looking like misshapen lumps of plastic.

You're paying a premium for the super-slimline design, but this latest version of the MacBook Air provides much improved performance and battery life that will ensure that it earns its keep when you're travelling.


Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 10/22/2010
Rating: Total score: 80%
MacBook Air 11.6 Review
Source: Slashgear English Archive.org version

The previous MacBook Air was most comfortable browsing and playing video, but Apple is positioning the 2010 model as more of an all-round machine. Still, the updated CPU and GPU do at least stand a better chance for more mobile graphics crunching. We ran Geekbench on our test unit, an entry-level 11.6-inch Air with the 1.4GHz processor and 2GB of memory, and it scored 2261. That’s actually a couple hundred points less than the previous-gen 1.86GHz Air we reviewed in 2008, though it’s worth noting that model was selling for a huge $2,499 compared to the $999 of today’s version. More importantly, perhaps, is how the CPU and GPU work together, and we have a real-world example to illustrate it. We took a quick day trip in and out of San Francisco this week to meet with HP; knowing that the story was going to be under embargo, we wouldn’t really need a laptop since we woudn’t be processing videos and images until we got back. As such, no need for the usual MacBook Pro, right? The obvious device of choice to take on the road is the iPad.


Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 10/22/2010
Hands on with the new Apple MacBook Air
Source: Reg Hardware English Archive.org version
So am I tempted to toss £849 on an 11.6in Air? As a lover of small, slim, lightweight computers, I sure am. The problem is that, since performance is inevitably limited by form-factor in this and all similar sized machines, it's not going to be radically better than my year-old Acer Aspire Timeline 1810TZ, which, incidentally, can deliver 50 per cent more battery life than the Air and has Gigabit Ethernet, a third USB port and a SD card slot. But it's also heavier and considerably thicker. And it runs Windows 7. I could hackintosh it, but those who have report that not all the parts work under Mac OS X, in particular the Wi-Fi and sleep mode, two features I rely on. Yes, there will always be a comparably sized machine that's cheaper and/or more featured than the 11.6in Air, but you'll be hard pushed to find one as good looking and a sheer bloody portable. And as anyone who, like me, has dropped an Air before, that aluminium casing can't half take some punishment.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 10/22/2010
Rating: performance: 50% mobility: 60%
80% Apple MacBook Air review
Source: V3.co.uk English Archive.org version
You're paying a premium for the super-slimline design, but this latest version of the MacBook Air provides much improved performance and battery life that will ensure that it earns its keep when you're travelling.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 10/22/2010
Rating: Total score: 80% price: 60% performance: 80% features: 80%
80% Apple MacBook Air review
Source: Channel Web English Archive.org version

A strong upgrade for Apple's ultra-portable laptop, but it's still expensive. There's no denying the sheer elegance of the MacBook Air.You're paying a premium for the super-slimline design, but this latest version of the MacBook Air provides much improved performance and battery life that will ensure that it earns its keep when you're travelling.


Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 10/22/2010
Rating: Total score: 80%
80% Apple MacBook Air review
Source: Computing English Archive.org version

There's no denying the sheer elegance of the MacBook Air. Its sleek, metallic design leaves most of its rivals in the ultra-portable laptop category looking like misshapen lumps of plastic.

You're paying a premium for the super-slimline design, but this latest version of the MacBook Air provides much improved performance and battery life that will ensure that it earns its keep when you're travelling.


Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 10/22/2010
Rating: Total score: 80%
MacBook Air 11.6 Review
Source: Slashgear English Archive.org version

The previous MacBook Air was most comfortable browsing and playing video, but Apple is positioning the 2010 model as more of an all-round machine. Still, the updated CPU and GPU do at least stand a better chance for more mobile graphics crunching. We ran Geekbench on our test unit, an entry-level 11.6-inch Air with the 1.4GHz processor and 2GB of memory, and it scored 2261. That’s actually a couple hundred points less than the previous-gen 1.86GHz Air we reviewed in 2008, though it’s worth noting that model was selling for a huge $2,499 compared to the $999 of today’s version. More importantly, perhaps, is how the CPU and GPU work together, and we have a real-world example to illustrate it. We took a quick day trip in and out of San Francisco this week to meet with HP; knowing that the story was going to be under embargo, we wouldn’t really need a laptop since we woudn’t be processing videos and images until we got back. As such, no need for the usual MacBook Pro, right? The obvious device of choice to take on the road is the iPad.


Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 10/22/2010
Hands on with the new Apple MacBook Air
Source: Reg Hardware English Archive.org version
So am I tempted to toss £849 on an 11.6in Air? As a lover of small, slim, lightweight computers, I sure am. The problem is that, since performance is inevitably limited by form-factor in this and all similar sized machines, it's not going to be radically better than my year-old Acer Aspire Timeline 1810TZ, which, incidentally, can deliver 50 per cent more battery life than the Air and has Gigabit Ethernet, a third USB port and a SD card slot. But it's also heavier and considerably thicker. And it runs Windows 7. I could hackintosh it, but those who have report that not all the parts work under Mac OS X, in particular the Wi-Fi and sleep mode, two features I rely on. Yes, there will always be a comparably sized machine that's cheaper and/or more featured than the 11.6in Air, but you'll be hard pushed to find one as good looking and a sheer bloody portable. And as anyone who, like me, has dropped an Air before, that aluminium casing can't half take some punishment.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 10/22/2010
Rating: performance: 50% mobility: 60%
80% Apple MacBook Air review
Source: V3.co.uk English Archive.org version
You're paying a premium for the super-slimline design, but this latest version of the MacBook Air provides much improved performance and battery life that will ensure that it earns its keep when you're travelling.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 10/22/2010
Rating: Total score: 80% price: 60% performance: 80% features: 80%
80% Apple 11-inch MacBook Air
Source: Laptop Mag English Archive.org version
Apple said it would never make a netbook, and it hasn't. The 11-inch MacBook Air is a powerful ultraportable that makes other systems in its class look positively bloated. More important, this machine never keeps you waiting, thanks to the way it uses flash memory. We just wish the hinge for the display were a bit tighter to prevent unwanted movement. Some may prefer the new 13-inch MacBook Air ($1,299), which offers a higher-resolution screen, faster CPU, and a SD Card slot. If you're torn between Windows and Mac, the $899 Acer Timeline 1830T offers a much faster Core i7 processor and longer battery life but integrated graphics and a much less compelling design. But if you want the thinnest, lightest Mac experience ever, this Air will leave you elated.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 10/21/2010
Rating: Total score: 80%
70% Apple MacBook Air (11-inch)
Source: PC Mag English Archive.org version
The Apple MacBook Air (11-inch) is the lightest, smallest laptop in Apple's inventory, but you'll have to give up certain luxuries and pay a hefty price for it.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 10/21/2010
Rating: Total score: 70%
80% Apple 11-inch MacBook Air
Source: Laptop Mag English Archive.org version
Apple said it would never make a netbook, and it hasn't. The 11-inch MacBook Air is a powerful ultraportable that makes other systems in its class look positively bloated. More important, this machine never keeps you waiting, thanks to the way it uses flash memory. We just wish the hinge for the display were a bit tighter to prevent unwanted movement. Some may prefer the new 13-inch MacBook Air ($1,299), which offers a higher-resolution screen, faster CPU, and a SD Card slot. If you're torn between Windows and Mac, the $899 Acer Timeline 1830T offers a much faster Core i7 processor and longer battery life but integrated graphics and a much less compelling design. But if you want the thinnest, lightest Mac experience ever, this Air will leave you elated.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 10/21/2010
Rating: Total score: 80%
70% Apple MacBook Air (11-inch)
Source: PC Mag English Archive.org version
The Apple MacBook Air (11-inch) is the lightest, smallest laptop in Apple's inventory, but you'll have to give up certain luxuries and pay a hefty price for it.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 10/21/2010
Rating: Total score: 70%
80% MacBook Air 11in
Source: Stuff TV English Archive.org version

A peerless ultraportable, but no desktop replacement.


Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 10/20/2010
Rating: Total score: 80%
80% MacBook Air 11in
Source: Stuff TV English Archive.org version

A peerless ultraportable, but no desktop replacement.


Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 10/20/2010
Rating: Total score: 80%
93% Apple MacBook Air (11.6-Inch, 2010 Version)
Source: Computer Shopper English Archive.org version

Leave it to Apple to make you feel fat. The 11.6-inch Apple MacBook Air is as beautiful as it is thin. Downsized from the 13.3-inch Air models we've seen in its previous iterations, the 2010 MacBook Air has a deceptive appearance. The 2010 MacBook Air is a gold-standard laptop for demanding users seeking a powerful travel companion or others who want the media punch of iLife.


Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 10/01/2010
Rating: Total score: 93%
93% Apple MacBook Air (11.6-Inch, 2010 Version)
Source: Computer Shopper English Archive.org version

Leave it to Apple to make you feel fat. The 11.6-inch Apple MacBook Air is as beautiful as it is thin. Downsized from the 13.3-inch Air models we've seen in its previous iterations, the 2010 MacBook Air has a deceptive appearance. The 2010 MacBook Air is a gold-standard laptop for demanding users seeking a powerful travel companion or others who want the media punch of iLife.


Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 10/01/2010
Rating: Total score: 93%

Foreign Reviews

96% Flotter Luftikus
Source: SFT - 12/10 German
Single Review, , Length Unknown, Date: 12/01/2010
Rating: Total score: 96%
96% Flotter Luftikus
Source: SFT - 12/10 German
Single Review, , Length Unknown, Date: 12/01/2010
Rating: Total score: 96%
Apple MacBook Air 11: Don't call it a Netbook
Source: Tom's Hardware German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 11/24/2010
Apple MacBook Air 11: Don't call it a Netbook
Source: Tom's Hardware German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 11/24/2010
89% Test Apple MacBook Air 11 Zoll 2010 Subnotebook
Source: Notebookcheck German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 11/18/2010
Rating: Total score: 89% performance: 84% display: 85% mobility: 94% workmanship: 98% ergonomy: 94% emissions: 89%
89% Test Apple MacBook Air 11 Zoll 2010 Subnotebook
Source: Notebookcheck German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 11/18/2010
Rating: Total score: 89% performance: 84% display: 85% mobility: 94% workmanship: 98% ergonomy: 94% emissions: 89%
80% Apple Macbook Air 11,6'' MC506D/A
Source: Notebookjournal German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 11/04/2010
Rating: Total score: 80% price: 60% performance: 70% features: 30% display: 90% mobility: 50% workmanship: 100% ergonomy: 30%
80% Apple Macbook Air 11,6'' MC506D/A
Source: Notebookjournal German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 11/04/2010
Rating: Total score: 80% price: 60% performance: 70% features: 30% display: 90% mobility: 50% workmanship: 100% ergonomy: 30%
93% Apple MacBook Air 11,6 Zoll (2010)
Source: ZDNet German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 10/30/2010
Rating: Total score: 93% features: 80% mobility: 80% ergonomy: 100%
93% Apple MacBook Air 11,6 Zoll (2010)
Source: ZDNet German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 10/30/2010
Rating: Total score: 93% features: 80% mobility: 80% ergonomy: 100%
77% Test: Apple MacBook Air 11,6 Zoll (MC506D/A)
Source: Chip.de German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 10/29/2010
Rating: Total score: 77% price: 51% performance: 73% features: 64% display: 100% mobility: 77% ergonomy: 88%
77% Test: Apple MacBook Air 11,6 Zoll (MC506D/A)
Source: Chip.de German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 10/29/2010
Rating: Total score: 77% price: 51% performance: 73% features: 64% display: 100% mobility: 77% ergonomy: 88%
MacBook Air
Source: HardwareLuxx German DE→EN Archive.org version
very good battery runtime, high price
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 11/27/2010
MacBook Air
Source: HardwareLuxx German DE→EN Archive.org version
very good battery runtime, high price
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 11/27/2010
Apples neues MacBook Air
Source: Tech Depot Blog German DE→EN Archive.org version
high battery runtime, excellent workmanship, fair price
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 11/09/2010
Apples neues MacBook Air
Source: Tech Depot Blog German DE→EN Archive.org version
high battery runtime, excellent workmanship, fair price
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 11/09/2010
86% MacBook Air 11,6
Source: MuyComputer Spanish ES→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 11/12/2010
Rating: Total score: 86%
86% MacBook Air 11,6
Source: MuyComputer Spanish ES→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 11/12/2010
Rating: Total score: 86%
80% Apple MacBook Air (MC505N)
Source: PCM Dutch NL→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 01/24/2011
Rating: Total score: 80%
80% Apple MacBook Air (MC505N)
Source: PCM Dutch NL→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 01/24/2011
Rating: Total score: 80%
Apple MacBook Air 11 inch
Source: Computer Totaal Dutch NL→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 11/05/2010
Apple MacBook Air 11 inch
Source: Computer Totaal Dutch NL→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 11/05/2010
80% Apple MacBook Air 11,6 pouces 128 Go
Source: 01Net French FR→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 10/26/2010
Rating: Total score: 80%
80% Apple MacBook Air 11,6 pouces 128 Go
Source: 01Net French FR→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 10/26/2010
Rating: Total score: 80%
Apple MacBook Air 11
Source: 3DNews.ru RU→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 11/30/2010
Apple MacBook Air 11
Source: 3DNews.ru RU→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 11/30/2010
MacBook Air
Source: Zoom RU→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 11/23/2010
MacBook Air
Source: Zoom RU→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 11/23/2010
Полный обзор Apple MacBook Air 11": такого маленького еще не было
Source: Hi-Tech Mail RU→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 11/12/2010
Полный обзор Apple MacBook Air 11": такого маленького еще не было
Source: Hi-Tech Mail RU→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 11/12/2010
Apple MacBook Air: az új generáció
Source: Prohardver.hu HU→EN Archive.org version
positive: alu chassis, very small, long battery runtime; negative: display, equipment is not up to date and hardly can be changed
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 05/25/2011
Apple MacBook Air: az új generáció
Source: Prohardver.hu HU→EN Archive.org version
positive: alu chassis, very small, long battery runtime; negative: display, equipment is not up to date and hardly can be changed
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 05/25/2011
80% Đánh giá Macbook Air 11"6 2010
Source: Tinh Te VN→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 12/11/2010
Rating: Total score: 80%
80% Đánh giá Macbook Air 11"6 2010
Source: Tinh Te VN→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 12/11/2010
Rating: Total score: 80%
95% Đánh giá chi tiết Macbook Air 11.6″ 10-2010
Source: Voz.vn VN→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 11/07/2010
Rating: Total score: 95%
95% Đánh giá chi tiết Macbook Air 11.6″ 10-2010
Source: Voz.vn VN→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 11/07/2010
Rating: Total score: 95%
MacBook Air
Source: enet.com.cn zh-CN→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 10/22/2010
MacBook Air
Source: enet.com.cn zh-CN→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 10/22/2010
Apple MacBook Air 11''
Source: Itsvet HR→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 11/22/2010
Apple MacBook Air 11''
Source: Itsvet HR→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 11/22/2010
휴대 노트북 PC의 새로운 기준을 제시하다 - 애플 맥북 에어 11
Source: Notegear KO→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 12/30/2010
휴대 노트북 PC의 새로운 기준을 제시하다 - 애플 맥북 에어 11
Source: Notegear KO→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 12/30/2010

 

Apple Macbook Air 13 inch 2010-10

Specifications

Apple Macbook Air 13 inch 2010-10Notebook: Apple Macbook Air 13 inch 2010-10
Processor: Intel Core 2 Duo SL9400
Graphics Adapter: NVIDIA GeForce 320M
Display: 13.30 inch, 16:10, 1440 x 900 pixels
Weight: 1.327kg
Price: 1599 euro
Links: Apple homepage
 MacBook Air (Series)

Pricecompare

Average Score: 84.67% - good

Average of 30 scores (from 54 reviews)

 

Reviews

89% Review Apple MacBook Air 13 Inch 2010 Subnotebook | Notebookcheck
Fresh Air. The new version of the 13-inch MacBook Air has been refreshed from top to bottom, but still has its old Core 2 Duo processor. Find out in our review whether the package as a whole is convincing and whether it is worth the high price tag.
80% Apple MacBook Air 2011 review
Source: T3 English Archive.org version
The MacBook Air was originally released as a secondary Mac, that was convenient to carry around and an excellent supplement to your main desktop Mac. Over the years it has grown in power until today, it’s more than powerful enough to use as your main machine. It’s not cheap, but Apple computers never are, and given the quality it’s far from overpriced.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 07/27/2011
Rating: Total score: 80%
80% Apple MacBook Air 2011 review
Source: T3 English Archive.org version
The MacBook Air was originally released as a secondary Mac, that was convenient to carry around and an excellent supplement to your main desktop Mac. Over the years it has grown in power until today, it’s more than powerful enough to use as your main machine. It’s not cheap, but Apple computers never are, and given the quality it’s far from overpriced.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 07/27/2011
Rating: Total score: 80%
80% Apple MacBook Air Fall 2010 (Core 2 Duo 1.86GHz, 128GB SSD, 13.3-inch)
Source: CNet English Archive.org version
Apple's original ultrathin MacBook Air was the very definition of a specialty laptop: its alluring design was offset by a limited number of connections and an underpowered CPU, making it truly useful for only a small fraction of users.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 03/08/2011
Rating: Total score: 80% performance: 80% mobility: 80%
80% Apple MacBook Air Fall 2010 (Core 2 Duo 1.86GHz, 128GB SSD, 13.3-inch)
Source: CNet English Archive.org version
Apple's original ultrathin MacBook Air was the very definition of a specialty laptop: its alluring design was offset by a limited number of connections and an underpowered CPU, making it truly useful for only a small fraction of users.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 03/08/2011
Rating: Total score: 80% performance: 80% mobility: 80%
80% Apple MacBook Air 13-inch Ultraportable Laptop PC
Source: Comp Reviews English Archive.org version
Apple's MacBook Air 13-inch model may be slightly larger but for the extra money over the 11-inch model, it is the better choice. The system is still extremely portable but doesn't sacrifice as much performance, battery life or storage space. It still has its downsides such as not being upgradeable after purchase but it is so hard to really fault Apple on these when there is no other ultrathin laptop to compare with it.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 02/23/2011
Rating: Total score: 80%
80% Apple MacBook Air 13-inch Ultraportable Laptop PC
Source: Comp Reviews English Archive.org version
Apple's MacBook Air 13-inch model may be slightly larger but for the extra money over the 11-inch model, it is the better choice. The system is still extremely portable but doesn't sacrifice as much performance, battery life or storage space. It still has its downsides such as not being upgradeable after purchase but it is so hard to really fault Apple on these when there is no other ultrathin laptop to compare with it.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 02/23/2011
Rating: Total score: 80%
The MacBook Air comes of age
Source: PC Authority English Archive.org version
It’s probably no surprise to learn we’re smitten by this MacBook Air. For those who crave the sensibly-sized screen and proper keyboard of a full-sized laptop, but wish it could weigh next to nothing, perform well and last a full day, there’s nothing quite like it. It doesn’t roar through tasks like the VAIO Z13, nor quite match its wonderful screen, but the MacBook Air comes across as reasonable value by comparison. Yes, it’s dear, but it really is an experience worth paying for.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 01/21/2011
The MacBook Air comes of age
Source: PC Authority English Archive.org version
It’s probably no surprise to learn we’re smitten by this MacBook Air. For those who crave the sensibly-sized screen and proper keyboard of a full-sized laptop, but wish it could weigh next to nothing, perform well and last a full day, there’s nothing quite like it. It doesn’t roar through tasks like the VAIO Z13, nor quite match its wonderful screen, but the MacBook Air comes across as reasonable value by comparison. Yes, it’s dear, but it really is an experience worth paying for.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 01/21/2011
Mac Book Air is a Great Travel Notebook
Source: Notebooks.com English Archive.org version
The battery lasts long enough that I could work and enjoy some entertainment for many hours – about 4-5 depending on conditions. The screen is bright enough that even with sun shining through the window it was viewable despite being a glossy screen. The keyboard is comfortable enough to type even in a bumpy car. The size is perfect for pulling the computer out of the bag even in cramped spaces. The weight and thickness make carrying the MacBook Air in a bag, with every possible accessory I could possibly need, lighter than my previous monster of a laptop. It has enough power to charge an iPad and other accessories over USB overnight.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 01/18/2011
Mac Book Air is a Great Travel Notebook
Source: Notebooks.com English Archive.org version
The battery lasts long enough that I could work and enjoy some entertainment for many hours – about 4-5 depending on conditions. The screen is bright enough that even with sun shining through the window it was viewable despite being a glossy screen. The keyboard is comfortable enough to type even in a bumpy car. The size is perfect for pulling the computer out of the bag even in cramped spaces. The weight and thickness make carrying the MacBook Air in a bag, with every possible accessory I could possibly need, lighter than my previous monster of a laptop. It has enough power to charge an iPad and other accessories over USB overnight.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 01/18/2011
80% Apple MacBook Air 13-inch
Source: PC Mag English Archive.org version

The SD slot, extra USB, and a staggering increase in battery life make the Apple MacBook Air 13-inch a strong contender in the ultraportable space.


Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 12/03/2010
Rating: Total score: 80%
80% Apple MacBook Air 13-inch
Source: PC Mag English Archive.org version

The SD slot, extra USB, and a staggering increase in battery life make the Apple MacBook Air 13-inch a strong contender in the ultraportable space.


Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 12/03/2010
Rating: Total score: 80%
Apple MacBook Air (13-Inch) Review
Source: Hot Hardware English Archive.org version
Do we wish Apple would've gone with a Core i3 CPU? Sure, but if you need even more power there's always the 13" MacBook Pro. The Air is remarkably responsive, and while it's not cut out for heavy A/V editing, there's more than enough here for the casual Photoshop user. If you're okay with the simple elegance that the new Macbook Air 13 is designed to deliver, with perhaps a few of the inherent limitations that come within its sleek packaging, you'll have a tough time finding a nicer 13-inch thin and light notebook.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 11/30/2010
Apple MacBook Air (13-Inch) Review
Source: Hot Hardware English Archive.org version
Do we wish Apple would've gone with a Core i3 CPU? Sure, but if you need even more power there's always the 13" MacBook Pro. The Air is remarkably responsive, and while it's not cut out for heavy A/V editing, there's more than enough here for the casual Photoshop user. If you're okay with the simple elegance that the new Macbook Air 13 is designed to deliver, with perhaps a few of the inherent limitations that come within its sleek packaging, you'll have a tough time finding a nicer 13-inch thin and light notebook.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 11/30/2010
80% Apple Macbook Air 13 inch 2010-10
Source: Computing English Archive.org version
Launched mid-September, the MC504 and MC505 are the latest MacBook Air laptops from Apple, featuring 13.3in and 11.6in screens respectively. Apple’s MC504 MacBook Air is a visual treat, but that means nothing if the system can’t deliver. The MacBook does deliver, but the accent on thinness does mean sacrifices, like the so-so keyboard, and lack of wired LAN adaptor.


Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 11/23/2010
Rating: Total score: 80%
80% Apple Macbook Air 13 inch 2010-10
Source: Computing English Archive.org version
Launched mid-September, the MC504 and MC505 are the latest MacBook Air laptops from Apple, featuring 13.3in and 11.6in screens respectively. Apple’s MC504 MacBook Air is a visual treat, but that means nothing if the system can’t deliver. The MacBook does deliver, but the accent on thinness does mean sacrifices, like the so-so keyboard, and lack of wired LAN adaptor.


Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 11/23/2010
Rating: Total score: 80%
100% Apple MacBook Air 13.3 inch 2010
Source: Digital Versus English Archive.org version

MacBooks are subject to a lot of debate. There are those who think they're amazing with pricing in line with a finish of real quality. The MacBook Air 13.3 inch has a better size/power ratio than the 11.5 inch version. It also gives higher battery life. Of the two Macbook Airs out in 2010, we see this 13.3 inch version as the better choice.


Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 11/19/2010
Rating: Total score: 100%
100% Apple MacBook Air 13.3 inch 2010
Source: Digital Versus English Archive.org version

MacBooks are subject to a lot of debate. There are those who think they're amazing with pricing in line with a finish of real quality. The MacBook Air 13.3 inch has a better size/power ratio than the 11.5 inch version. It also gives higher battery life. Of the two Macbook Airs out in 2010, we see this 13.3 inch version as the better choice.


Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 11/19/2010
Rating: Total score: 100%
85% Apple MacBook Air (13-inch, Late 2010) review
Source: It Pro English Archive.org version
Is Apple's latest 13in MacBook Air the best ultra-portable laptop ever? Read our review to find out.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 11/16/2010
Rating: Total score: 85%
85% Apple MacBook Air (13-inch, Late 2010) review
Source: It Pro English Archive.org version
Is Apple's latest 13in MacBook Air the best ultra-portable laptop ever? Read our review to find out.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 11/16/2010
Rating: Total score: 85%
80% Apple MacBook Air 13-inch review
Source: CNet English Archive.org version

The first MacBook Air will go down in history as one of the most divisive pieces of tech ever created. Either a triumph of design and simplicity or an overpriced, feature-bereft lump depending on your point of view, it split the tech world straight down the middle.The 13-inch Apple MacBook Air is expensive and in many ways restrictive, but a stunning design, great battery life and brilliant ease of use mean this laptop is more than style over substance.


Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 11/15/2010
Rating: Total score: 80%
80% Apple MacBook Air 13-inch review
Source: CNet English Archive.org version

The first MacBook Air will go down in history as one of the most divisive pieces of tech ever created. Either a triumph of design and simplicity or an overpriced, feature-bereft lump depending on your point of view, it split the tech world straight down the middle.The 13-inch Apple MacBook Air is expensive and in many ways restrictive, but a stunning design, great battery life and brilliant ease of use mean this laptop is more than style over substance.


Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 11/15/2010
Rating: Total score: 80%
80% 13-inch Apple MacBook Air review
Source: Tech Advisor English Archive.org version

While the 11-inch model will be most attractive if you're looking for the smallest and lightest Mac laptop, those who want to upgrade its drive, processor, and RAM will want to consider its small size versus the slightly larger 13-inch model, which comes equipped with a better set of specs.


Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 10/27/2010
Rating: Total score: 80% price: 80% features: 80% workmanship: 80%
Personal Technology from The Wall Street Journal MacBook Air Has the Feel of an iPad in a Laptop
Source: All things digital English Archive.org version
Overall, Apple has done a nice job in making these new MacBook Airs feel more like iPads and iPhones without sacrificing their ability to work like regular computers. But, as always with Apple, you’ll pay more than you will with Windows PCs.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 10/27/2010
80% 13-inch Apple MacBook Air review
Source: Tech Advisor English Archive.org version

While the 11-inch model will be most attractive if you're looking for the smallest and lightest Mac laptop, those who want to upgrade its drive, processor, and RAM will want to consider its small size versus the slightly larger 13-inch model, which comes equipped with a better set of specs.


Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 10/27/2010
Rating: Total score: 80% price: 80% features: 80% workmanship: 80%
Personal Technology from The Wall Street Journal MacBook Air Has the Feel of an iPad in a Laptop
Source: All things digital English Archive.org version
Overall, Apple has done a nice job in making these new MacBook Airs feel more like iPads and iPhones without sacrificing their ability to work like regular computers. But, as always with Apple, you’ll pay more than you will with Windows PCs.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 10/27/2010
Apple's 2010 MacBook Air (11 & 13 inch)
Source: AnandTech English Archive.org version

I really like the form factor of the 11-inch MacBook Air. It's great to carry around. It's like an iPad for people who have to get real work done. I just wish it was faster. If Intel made a 32nm Core 2 Duo, clocked high enough the 11 would be perfect. I guess that’s what Atom is eventually supposed to be, but right now the performance is just too low. Intel appears to have been too conservative with Atom. Perhaps Bobcat and ARM’s Cortex A15 will light a fire under Intel's Atom team.


Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 10/26/2010
performance: 50%
Apple's 2010 MacBook Air (11 & 13 inch)
Source: AnandTech English Archive.org version

I really like the form factor of the 11-inch MacBook Air. It's great to carry around. It's like an iPad for people who have to get real work done. I just wish it was faster. If Intel made a 32nm Core 2 Duo, clocked high enough the 11 would be perfect. I guess that’s what Atom is eventually supposed to be, but right now the performance is just too low. Intel appears to have been too conservative with Atom. Perhaps Bobcat and ARM’s Cortex A15 will light a fire under Intel's Atom team.


Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 10/26/2010
performance: 50%
94% Apple MacBook Air (13.3-Inch, 2010 Version)
Source: Computer Shopper English Archive.org version

Leave it to Apple to make you feel fat. The 13.3-inch Apple MacBook Air is as beautiful as it is thin. This light laptop is so slender, in fact, that you may feel like you're carrying a folder rather than a notebook. And even though the MacBook Air may be sliver-thin, it isn't flimsy or underpowered. The 13-inch MacBook Air's powerful performance, sleek beauty, and decent screen size make it a powerful travel companion for on-the-go users.


Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 10/01/2010
Rating: Total score: 94%
94% Apple MacBook Air (13.3-Inch, 2010 Version)
Source: Computer Shopper English Archive.org version

Leave it to Apple to make you feel fat. The 13.3-inch Apple MacBook Air is as beautiful as it is thin. This light laptop is so slender, in fact, that you may feel like you're carrying a folder rather than a notebook. And even though the MacBook Air may be sliver-thin, it isn't flimsy or underpowered. The 13-inch MacBook Air's powerful performance, sleek beauty, and decent screen size make it a powerful travel companion for on-the-go users.


Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 10/01/2010
Rating: Total score: 94%

Foreign Reviews

Nett-Book
Source: c't - 24/10 German
Single Review, , Long, Date: 12/01/2010
Nett-Book
Source: c't - 24/10 German
Single Review, , Long, Date: 12/01/2010
88% Apples neues MacBook Air im Test
Source: Onlinekosten.de German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 11/23/2010
Rating: Total score: 88% performance: 80% features: 40% display: 100% mobility: 96% workmanship: 100% ergonomy: 70%
88% Apples neues MacBook Air im Test
Source: Onlinekosten.de German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 11/23/2010
Rating: Total score: 88% performance: 80% features: 40% display: 100% mobility: 96% workmanship: 100% ergonomy: 70%
80% Apple MacBook Air 13,3'' MC503D/A
Source: Notebookjournal German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 11/05/2010
Rating: Total score: 80% price: 60% performance: 90% features: 30% display: 90% mobility: 40% workmanship: 100% ergonomy: 50%
80% Apple MacBook Air 13,3'' MC503D/A
Source: Notebookjournal German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 11/05/2010
Rating: Total score: 80% price: 60% performance: 90% features: 30% display: 90% mobility: 40% workmanship: 100% ergonomy: 50%
MacBook Air mit 13 Zoll
Source: HardwareLuxx German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 10/31/2010
Rating: display: 90%
MacBook Air mit 13 Zoll
Source: HardwareLuxx German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 10/31/2010
Rating: display: 90%
MacBook Air: IPad mit Tastatur
Source: ORF German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 10/25/2010
MacBook Air: IPad mit Tastatur
Source: ORF German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 10/25/2010
93% MacBook Air 13
Source: MuyComputer Spanish ES→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 12/22/2010
Rating: Total score: 93%
93% MacBook Air 13
Source: MuyComputer Spanish ES→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 12/22/2010
Rating: Total score: 93%
85% Apple MacBook Air 13“
Source: Bitcity.it Italian IT→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 12/24/2010
Rating: Total score: 85% features: 83% ergonomy: 90%
85% Apple MacBook Air 13“
Source: Bitcity.it Italian IT→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 12/24/2010
Rating: Total score: 85% features: 83% ergonomy: 90%
85% Apple Macbook Air, millésime 2010 : tout pour plaire
Source: Erenumerique French FR→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 12/10/2010
Rating: Total score: 85%
85% Apple Macbook Air, millésime 2010 : tout pour plaire
Source: Erenumerique French FR→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 12/10/2010
Rating: Total score: 85%
Яблоко от яблока недалеко падает – Apple MacBook Air 13
Source: 3DNews.ru RU→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 02/04/2011
Яблоко от яблока недалеко падает – Apple MacBook Air 13
Source: 3DNews.ru RU→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 02/04/2011
Test: Apple Macbook Air 13,3“
Source: Datormagazin SV→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 11/17/2010
Test: Apple Macbook Air 13,3“
Source: Datormagazin SV→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 11/17/2010
Apple MacBook Pro 13''
Source: Itsvet HR→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 01/20/2011
Apple MacBook Pro 13''
Source: Itsvet HR→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 01/20/2011
Apple MacBook Air 13''
Source: Itsvet HR→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 11/11/2010
Apple MacBook Air 13''
Source: Itsvet HR→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 11/11/2010

 

Apple Macbook Air 13 inch 2011-07

Specifications

Apple Macbook Air 13 inch 2011-07Notebook: Apple Macbook Air 13 inch 2011-07
Processor: Intel Core i5 2557M
Graphics Adapter: Intel HD Graphics 3000
Display: 13.30 inch, 16:10, 1440 x 900 pixels
Weight: 1.33kg
Price: 1400 euro
Links: Apple homepage
 MacBook Air (Series)

Pricecompare

Average Score: 88.46% - very good

Average of 74 scores (from 102 reviews)

 

Reviews

89% Review Apple MacBook Air 13 Mid 2011 (1.7 GHz, 256 GB SSD) Subnotebook | Notebookcheck
Turbo Air. After the refresh of the Air’s case in autumn of last year, we now see completely new internal hardware based on Intel’s Sandy Bridge technology. The extremely thin aluminium chassis remains unchanged, still setting the bar for attractiveness, overall feel, and slenderness.
80% Apple MacBook Air (2011) Review
Source: Notebookreview.com English Archive.org version
If you need a super portable laptop that is still pretty capable, get the 11-inch MacBook Air. If you need something that offers a bit more power and a smidge better resolution, go for the 13-inch form factor. You’ll be getting a great operating system in the form of OS X Lion, and a lot of amazing built-in software, such as iMovie. OS X is no longer remarkably better than Windows since Windows 7 came out, but the free apps like iMovie, iPhoto and GarageBand have no match on Microsoft’s side.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 03/26/2012
Rating: Total score: 80% price: 80% performance: 90% features: 80% mobility: 90% ergonomy: 90%
80% Apple MacBook Air (2011) Review
Source: Notebookreview.com English Archive.org version
If you need a super portable laptop that is still pretty capable, get the 11-inch MacBook Air. If you need something that offers a bit more power and a smidge better resolution, go for the 13-inch form factor. You’ll be getting a great operating system in the form of OS X Lion, and a lot of amazing built-in software, such as iMovie. OS X is no longer remarkably better than Windows since Windows 7 came out, but the free apps like iMovie, iPhoto and GarageBand have no match on Microsoft’s side.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 03/26/2012
Rating: Total score: 80% price: 80% performance: 90% features: 80% mobility: 90% ergonomy: 90%
90% Apple MacBook Air 13in (Mid-2011) 1.8GHz Core i7 review
Source: Tech Advisor English Archive.org version
The most expensive of the thin and light laptops we've tested recently, the 13in Apple MacBook Air will set you back the best part of a grand and a half. This makes it a sizeable investment, but one you're unlikely to regret – the build quality is phenomenal and the components top-notch.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 03/02/2012
Rating: Total score: 90% price: 70% features: 90% ergonomy: 90%
90% Apple MacBook Air 13in (Mid-2011) 1.8GHz Core i7 review
Source: Tech Advisor English Archive.org version
The most expensive of the thin and light laptops we've tested recently, the 13in Apple MacBook Air will set you back the best part of a grand and a half. This makes it a sizeable investment, but one you're unlikely to regret – the build quality is phenomenal and the components top-notch.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 03/02/2012
Rating: Total score: 90% price: 70% features: 90% ergonomy: 90%
80% Apple MacBook Air 13-inch Ultraportable Laptop PC
Source: Comp Reviews English Archive.org version
Apple's MacBook Air 13 redesign offers some significant improvements to the premiere ultrathin platform. The new Core i5 processor and 4GB of memory are a marked improvement in performance over the past model. Add to this the inclusion of the backlit keyboard and Thunderbolt port and it has become even more functional.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 09/21/2011
Rating: Total score: 80%
80% Apple MacBook Air 13-inch Ultraportable Laptop PC
Source: Comp Reviews English Archive.org version
Apple's MacBook Air 13 redesign offers some significant improvements to the premiere ultrathin platform. The new Core i5 processor and 4GB of memory are a marked improvement in performance over the past model. Add to this the inclusion of the backlit keyboard and Thunderbolt port and it has become even more functional.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 09/21/2011
Rating: Total score: 80%
80% MacBook Air 13in review
Source: Trusted Reviews English Archive.org version
The latest and, at 13 inches, largest version of the MacBook Air series is undoubtedly the best. Over the previous generations it offers a better processor, a backlit keyboard and a Thunderbolt connector, while leaving everything that made its predecessors so attractive intact. It's still not cheap, but it has gained that vital bit of credibility as a worthwhile premium laptop solution, and is now worth its asking price. For many, PCs costing half the price offer a better, more sensible solution, but the MacBook Air remains king of the ultraportable brigade.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 09/15/2011
Rating: Total score: 80% price: 70% performance: 80% features: 70% ergonomy: 100%
80% MacBook Air 13in review
Source: Trusted Reviews English Archive.org version
The latest and, at 13 inches, largest version of the MacBook Air series is undoubtedly the best. Over the previous generations it offers a better processor, a backlit keyboard and a Thunderbolt connector, while leaving everything that made its predecessors so attractive intact. It's still not cheap, but it has gained that vital bit of credibility as a worthwhile premium laptop solution, and is now worth its asking price. For many, PCs costing half the price offer a better, more sensible solution, but the MacBook Air remains king of the ultraportable brigade.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 09/15/2011
Rating: Total score: 80% price: 70% performance: 80% features: 70% ergonomy: 100%
90% Apple 13.3-inch MacBook Air (2011) - Fruits of Perseverance
Source: Hardware Zone English Archive.org version
We think that the MacBook Air is absolutely marvelous. It is thanks to Apple, who persevered in the direction in which they think they should, that we are able to get the MacBook Air today. Instead of letting the MacBook Air die a novelty (Dell Adamo?) when faced with poor sales, they chose instead to turn the MacBook Air into one of the mainstays of the Mac family.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 08/26/2011
Rating: Total score: 90% price: 90% performance: 90% mobility: 95%
90% Apple 13.3-inch MacBook Air (2011) - Fruits of Perseverance
Source: Hardware Zone English Archive.org version
We think that the MacBook Air is absolutely marvelous. It is thanks to Apple, who persevered in the direction in which they think they should, that we are able to get the MacBook Air today. Instead of letting the MacBook Air die a novelty (Dell Adamo?) when faced with poor sales, they chose instead to turn the MacBook Air into one of the mainstays of the Mac family.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 08/26/2011
Rating: Total score: 90% price: 90% performance: 90% mobility: 95%
90% MacBook Air 13.3-inch (Mid-2011) Review
Source: Digital Trends English Archive.org version
When Apple released the re-designed Air in 2010, we gave it a score of 8.5 out of 10 and an editor’s choice award. At the time, we were impressed by the performance of the Air, considering its absurdly thin size. Now the qualifier to that statement can be removed. The second-gen Intel Core i5 in the new model provides performance that is almost indistinguishable from a larger laptop.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 08/17/2011
Rating: Total score: 90%
90% MacBook Air 13.3-inch (Mid-2011) Review
Source: Digital Trends English Archive.org version
When Apple released the re-designed Air in 2010, we gave it a score of 8.5 out of 10 and an editor’s choice award. At the time, we were impressed by the performance of the Air, considering its absurdly thin size. Now the qualifier to that statement can be removed. The second-gen Intel Core i5 in the new model provides performance that is almost indistinguishable from a larger laptop.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 08/17/2011
Rating: Total score: 90%
100% Apple MacBook Air 13-inch 2011
Source: Digital Versus English Archive.org version
Bigger, more powerful and with a higher battery life than its 11.6-inch version, the MacBook 13.3-inch represents one of the - if not the - best choices for those looking for a powerful, mobile machine. Note however that a richer connectivity wouldn't go amiss as there still aren't very many thunderbolt compatible peripherals out there.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 08/12/2011
Rating: Total score: 100%
100% Apple MacBook Air 13-inch 2011
Source: Digital Versus English Archive.org version
Bigger, more powerful and with a higher battery life than its 11.6-inch version, the MacBook 13.3-inch represents one of the - if not the - best choices for those looking for a powerful, mobile machine. Note however that a richer connectivity wouldn't go amiss as there still aren't very many thunderbolt compatible peripherals out there.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 08/12/2011
Rating: Total score: 100%
Apple MacBook Air 11in vs 13in video review
Source: V3.co.uk English Archive.org version
video review
Comparison, online available, Short, Date: 08/10/2011
Apple MacBook Air 11in vs 13in video review
Source: V3.co.uk English Archive.org version
video review
Comparison, online available, Short, Date: 08/10/2011
90% Apple MacBook Air 13.3in (Mid-2011) review
Source: Tech Advisor English Archive.org version
The Apple MacBook Air 13in (Mid-2011) that we reviewed carries the maximum memory and storage of 4GB and 256GB. If you can work with 128GB of flash storage, the price drops to £1099, which is unbeatable even amongst shabbier-built ultraportable imitators. At time of press, we couldn’t find any Wintel manufacturer that could match the 256GB model's specs.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 08/08/2011
Rating: Total score: 90% price: 70% performance: 80% features: 80% ergonomy: 100%
90% Apple MacBook Air 13.3in (Mid-2011) review
Source: Tech Advisor English Archive.org version
The Apple MacBook Air 13in (Mid-2011) that we reviewed carries the maximum memory and storage of 4GB and 256GB. If you can work with 128GB of flash storage, the price drops to £1099, which is unbeatable even amongst shabbier-built ultraportable imitators. At time of press, we couldn’t find any Wintel manufacturer that could match the 256GB model's specs.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 08/08/2011
Rating: Total score: 90% price: 70% performance: 80% features: 80% ergonomy: 100%
85% Apple MacBook Air (13in, mid-2011)
Source: Good Gear Guide English Archive.org version
The Air remains a relatively expensive proposition, but Apple's entry level MacBook offers excellent performance and portability. Apple claims that the MacBook Air's battery life is "up to seven" hours; it lasted almost six hours in our battery rundown test, where we looped an XviD file in full screen mode. Just like the MacBook Pro, the MacBook Air has a non-removable lithium-polymer battery.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 08/05/2011
Rating: Total score: 85%
85% Apple MacBook Air (13in, mid-2011)
Source: Good Gear Guide English Archive.org version
The Air remains a relatively expensive proposition, but Apple's entry level MacBook offers excellent performance and portability. Apple claims that the MacBook Air's battery life is "up to seven" hours; it lasted almost six hours in our battery rundown test, where we looped an XviD file in full screen mode. Just like the MacBook Pro, the MacBook Air has a non-removable lithium-polymer battery.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 08/05/2011
Rating: Total score: 85%
Lab Tests: Build-to-Order Core i7 MacBook Airs
Source: PC World English Archive.org version
How fast is a MacBook Air when it's powered by an Intel Core i7 processor? Now that we've posted performance reports for the standard-configuration MacBook Airs, it was time to turn our attention to testing the optional, build-to-order (BTO) configurations of Apple's latest line of ultra-portable computers.
Comparison, online available, Very Short, Date: 08/02/2011
Lab Tests: Build-to-Order Core i7 MacBook Airs
Source: PC World English Archive.org version
How fast is a MacBook Air when it's powered by an Intel Core i7 processor? Now that we've posted performance reports for the standard-configuration MacBook Airs, it was time to turn our attention to testing the optional, build-to-order (BTO) configurations of Apple's latest line of ultra-portable computers.
Comparison, online available, Very Short, Date: 08/02/2011
100% Apple MacBook Air 2011 Review
Source: Stuff TV English Archive.org version
But if none of these features are deal-breakers, the 2011 Macbook Air is the best ultraportable, nay laptop, in the land for day-to-day computing. Its combination of lightning speed, slim profile and the gesture-tastic Mac OS X Lion mean it melds the benefits of tablets (portability, usability) with the power of traditional laptops. And, to top it all, it's an incredibly lovely thing. We recommend adopting one as soon as financially possible.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 07/30/2011
Rating: Total score: 100%
100% Apple MacBook Air 2011 Review
Source: Stuff TV English Archive.org version
But if none of these features are deal-breakers, the 2011 Macbook Air is the best ultraportable, nay laptop, in the land for day-to-day computing. Its combination of lightning speed, slim profile and the gesture-tastic Mac OS X Lion mean it melds the benefits of tablets (portability, usability) with the power of traditional laptops. And, to top it all, it's an incredibly lovely thing. We recommend adopting one as soon as financially possible.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 07/30/2011
Rating: Total score: 100%
83% Apple MacBook Air 13in (2011) review
Source: PC Pro English Archive.org version
The VAIO Z – with its optional media dock and battery slice – remains the ultraportable of choice if expandability is your chief priority. But with more than enough processing grunt for both work and leisure, decent battery life, and exemplary ergonomics and design out of the box, the MacBook Air 13in is - by the silver skin on its tiny behind - the most desirable executive laptop on the market, bar none.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 07/29/2011
Rating: Total score: 83% price: 83% performance: 67% features: 100% ergonomy: 100%
Tested: Core i5 MacBook Airs Zoom Past Predecessors
Source: PC World English Archive.org version
And finally, for those of you lamenting the dearly departed MacBook, our test results show the new $999 MacBook Air to be much faster in our file duplication and unzipping tests, and faster in our processor tests-but as we've seen before, slower in the graphics tests.
Comparison, online available, Very Short, Date: 07/29/2011
83% Apple MacBook Air 13in (2011) review
Source: PC Pro English Archive.org version
The VAIO Z – with its optional media dock and battery slice – remains the ultraportable of choice if expandability is your chief priority. But with more than enough processing grunt for both work and leisure, decent battery life, and exemplary ergonomics and design out of the box, the MacBook Air 13in is - by the silver skin on its tiny behind - the most desirable executive laptop on the market, bar none.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 07/29/2011
Rating: Total score: 83% price: 83% performance: 67% features: 100% ergonomy: 100%
Tested: Core i5 MacBook Airs Zoom Past Predecessors
Source: PC World English Archive.org version
And finally, for those of you lamenting the dearly departed MacBook, our test results show the new $999 MacBook Air to be much faster in our file duplication and unzipping tests, and faster in our processor tests-but as we've seen before, slower in the graphics tests.
Comparison, online available, Very Short, Date: 07/29/2011
The 2011 MacBook Air (11 & 13-inch)
Source: AnandTech English Archive.org version
Whereas last year's MacBook Air was a good machine for light work, the 2011 models are true replacements for mainstream portable Macs. There's still no dethroning the MacBook Pro (although the 13-inch model clearly needs a higher resolution display option), but for the rest of the world there are now some excellent ultra portable options that don't force you to really compromise on performance.
Comparison, online available, Very Long, Date: 07/28/2011
90% New MacBook Air 2011 review
Source: Techradar English Archive.org version
This However, the benchmarks are clear - if it's high-end task-orientated or gaming performance you want, you need a MacBook Pro. If you don't need that extra oomph, a MacBook Air is one of the very finest laptops on the market. Sleek. Powerful. A real statement and pretty handy at every common task. But you're digging pretty deep for the pleasure of owning one.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 07/28/2011
Rating: Total score: 90%
83% Apple MacBook Air 13-inch 256GB Mid 2011
Source: It Pro English Archive.org version
Sleek, sexy and expensive. But enough about us, is the new MacBook Air still the best ultraportable laptop you can buy? Alan Lu takes a closer look in our review.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 07/28/2011
Rating: Total score: 83%
The 2011 MacBook Air (11 & 13-inch)
Source: AnandTech English Archive.org version
Whereas last year's MacBook Air was a good machine for light work, the 2011 models are true replacements for mainstream portable Macs. There's still no dethroning the MacBook Pro (although the 13-inch model clearly needs a higher resolution display option), but for the rest of the world there are now some excellent ultra portable options that don't force you to really compromise on performance.
Comparison, online available, Very Long, Date: 07/28/2011
90% New MacBook Air 2011 review
Source: Techradar English Archive.org version
This However, the benchmarks are clear - if it's high-end task-orientated or gaming performance you want, you need a MacBook Pro. If you don't need that extra oomph, a MacBook Air is one of the very finest laptops on the market. Sleek. Powerful. A real statement and pretty handy at every common task. But you're digging pretty deep for the pleasure of owning one.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 07/28/2011
Rating: Total score: 90%
83% Apple MacBook Air 13-inch 256GB Mid 2011
Source: It Pro English Archive.org version
Sleek, sexy and expensive. But enough about us, is the new MacBook Air still the best ultraportable laptop you can buy? Alan Lu takes a closer look in our review.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 07/28/2011
Rating: Total score: 83%
80% 13" MacBook Air (mid-2011 Thunderbolt)
Source: Mobile Tech Review English Archive.org version
Buy one now. Really, it’s that good. Even if you’re not a Mac OS X person, but want a super-strong, impossibly thin yet powerful 13” ultraportable to run Windows, it’s hard to beat the 13” Thunderbolt Macbook Air. It’s capable enough to be your primary laptop unless you’re a serious 3D gamer, is gorgeous looking and has enough ports to get by on. Paired with Apple’s expensive Thunderbolt Display, it can even become a desktop replacement with Ethernet, FireWire 800 and additional USB ports. Battery life is excellent, instant-resume from standby is a joy and the SSD drive means no moving parts and better speed, and it comes with the impressive new Mac OS X Lion.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 07/26/2011
Rating: Total score: 80%
85% Apple MacBook Air 13in Core i5 laptop
Source: Reg Hardware English Archive.org version
Despite the hiccough in graphics performance, the new MacBook Air solidly outperforms last year’s model and it no longer feels as though you’re sacrificing performance in order to achieve that lightweight design. It’s still pricey, of course, but the improved performance and ultraportable design is an undeniably attractive combination.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 07/26/2011
Rating: Total score: 85%
80% 13" MacBook Air (mid-2011 Thunderbolt)
Source: Mobile Tech Review English Archive.org version
Buy one now. Really, it’s that good. Even if you’re not a Mac OS X person, but want a super-strong, impossibly thin yet powerful 13” ultraportable to run Windows, it’s hard to beat the 13” Thunderbolt Macbook Air. It’s capable enough to be your primary laptop unless you’re a serious 3D gamer, is gorgeous looking and has enough ports to get by on. Paired with Apple’s expensive Thunderbolt Display, it can even become a desktop replacement with Ethernet, FireWire 800 and additional USB ports. Battery life is excellent, instant-resume from standby is a joy and the SSD drive means no moving parts and better speed, and it comes with the impressive new Mac OS X Lion.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 07/26/2011
Rating: Total score: 80%
85% Apple MacBook Air 13in Core i5 laptop
Source: Reg Hardware English Archive.org version
Despite the hiccough in graphics performance, the new MacBook Air solidly outperforms last year’s model and it no longer feels as though you’re sacrificing performance in order to achieve that lightweight design. It’s still pricey, of course, but the improved performance and ultraportable design is an undeniably attractive combination.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 07/26/2011
Rating: Total score: 85%
90% MacBook Air review (mid 2011)
Source: Engadget English Archive.org version
The 2011 MacBook Air addresses nearly every concern anyone could lob at its predecessor. It's still light on ports, the missing SD slot on the 11-inch model is a drag, and no, it isn't cheap, but this machine is fast, efficient, and not to be underestimated. It's a supermodel with a law degree from Columbia, a hunky motorcycle racer who looks good in leathers yet is also a concert pianist -- whatever your passion it won't disappoint, all while making a lot more room in your bag.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 07/25/2011
Rating: Total score: 90%
90% Apple MacBook Air (mid 2011) review
Source: Pocket Lint English Archive.org version
If you're in the market for a new Mac this is certainly worth the upgrade. We for one will be going out to buy one once our review model goes back, and you can't get better praise than that.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 07/25/2011
Rating: Total score: 90%
90% Thin FTW: Apple`s New Mac Book Air
Source: Wired Magazine English Archive.org version
Indeed, the new MacBook Air provides an unbearable lightness of being that seamlessly marries brute computing muscle with unprecedented portability. There’s little reason to doubt that it may ultimately change our perception of what can be accomplished, technologically speaking, in small packages.
Comparison, online available, Short, Date: 07/25/2011
Rating: Total score: 90%
90% MacBook Air review (mid 2011)
Source: Engadget English Archive.org version
The 2011 MacBook Air addresses nearly every concern anyone could lob at its predecessor. It's still light on ports, the missing SD slot on the 11-inch model is a drag, and no, it isn't cheap, but this machine is fast, efficient, and not to be underestimated. It's a supermodel with a law degree from Columbia, a hunky motorcycle racer who looks good in leathers yet is also a concert pianist -- whatever your passion it won't disappoint, all while making a lot more room in your bag.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 07/25/2011
Rating: Total score: 90%
90% Apple MacBook Air (mid 2011) review
Source: Pocket Lint English Archive.org version
If you're in the market for a new Mac this is certainly worth the upgrade. We for one will be going out to buy one once our review model goes back, and you can't get better praise than that.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 07/25/2011
Rating: Total score: 90%
90% Thin FTW: Apple`s New Mac Book Air
Source: Wired Magazine English Archive.org version
Indeed, the new MacBook Air provides an unbearable lightness of being that seamlessly marries brute computing muscle with unprecedented portability. There’s little reason to doubt that it may ultimately change our perception of what can be accomplished, technologically speaking, in small packages.
Comparison, online available, Short, Date: 07/25/2011
Rating: Total score: 90%
80% Apple MacBook Air (13-inch, Summer 2011)
Source: CNet English Archive.org version
As with most Apple products, the MacBook Air has moved into an annual update cycle, taking it from the original niche product version to its new perch as Apple's mainstream laptop line. The latest version of the 13-inch MacBook Air vastly outperforms its predecessor, and can finally be called suitable for mainstream use, instead of relegated as a niche product.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 07/23/2011
Rating: Total score: 80% performance: 80% mobility: 90%
80% Apple MacBook Air (13-inch, Summer 2011)
Source: CNet English Archive.org version
As with most Apple products, the MacBook Air has moved into an annual update cycle, taking it from the original niche product version to its new perch as Apple's mainstream laptop line. The latest version of the 13-inch MacBook Air vastly outperforms its predecessor, and can finally be called suitable for mainstream use, instead of relegated as a niche product.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 07/23/2011
Rating: Total score: 80% performance: 80% mobility: 90%
90% Apple MacBook Air 13-inch review
Source: CNet English Archive.org version
Apple's MacBook Air divided opinion when it launched in 2008. Some were charmed by the machine's razor-thin design and light weight. Apple's new 13-inch MacBook Air offers the same super-slim and sturdy design as its predecessor, but packs in a more powerful processor. It's a fantastic choice for the super-wealthy traveller.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 07/22/2011
Rating: Total score: 90%
Model: MacBook Air 13
Source: Slashgear English Archive.org version
In short, that difficult decision between prioritizing portability and performance has pretty much been made for you: the MacBook Air grants you both. Build-quality is reassuringly strong, speed and performance are sufficient for most users, and the ability to drop the Air into a bag and hardly notice it’s in there is a huge advantage. In 13.3-inch form it’s a little more expensive than the entry-level 13-inch MacBook Pro (and you get a slower processor, less storage and no optical drive), but we’d wager the Air could still hold its own. Altogether, the MacBook Air remains our ultraportable of choice.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 07/22/2011
90% Apple MacBook Air 13-inch review
Source: CNet English Archive.org version
Apple's MacBook Air divided opinion when it launched in 2008. Some were charmed by the machine's razor-thin design and light weight. Apple's new 13-inch MacBook Air offers the same super-slim and sturdy design as its predecessor, but packs in a more powerful processor. It's a fantastic choice for the super-wealthy traveller.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 07/22/2011
Rating: Total score: 90%
Model: MacBook Air 13
Source: Slashgear English Archive.org version
In short, that difficult decision between prioritizing portability and performance has pretty much been made for you: the MacBook Air grants you both. Build-quality is reassuringly strong, speed and performance are sufficient for most users, and the ability to drop the Air into a bag and hardly notice it’s in there is a huge advantage. In 13.3-inch form it’s a little more expensive than the entry-level 13-inch MacBook Pro (and you get a slower processor, less storage and no optical drive), but we’d wager the Air could still hold its own. Altogether, the MacBook Air remains our ultraportable of choice.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 07/22/2011
80% Apple MacBook Air 13-inch (Thunderbolt)
Source: PC Mag English Archive.org version
With the MacBook Air 13-inch (Thunderbolt), Apple did what it had to do to recapture some of the momentum it lost when the MacBook Pros and its Windows counterparts migrated over to the latest Intel components. Putting in the Core i5 processor, upping the standard memory configuration to 4GB, and having a new graphics subsystem translate into a significant performance improvement over the previous Air 13-inch. That and adding a Thunderbolt port, bringing back the backlit keyboard, and the timely release of Mac OS X Lion will surely make it a formidable player in the ultraportable space. But if its looks haven't seduced you yet, your money will go a lot further with the Toshiba Portege R835-P50X and Acer Aspire AS3830TG-6431.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 07/21/2011
Rating: Total score: 80%
80% Apple MacBook Air 13-inch (Thunderbolt)
Source: PC Mag English Archive.org version
With the MacBook Air 13-inch (Thunderbolt), Apple did what it had to do to recapture some of the momentum it lost when the MacBook Pros and its Windows counterparts migrated over to the latest Intel components. Putting in the Core i5 processor, upping the standard memory configuration to 4GB, and having a new graphics subsystem translate into a significant performance improvement over the previous Air 13-inch. That and adding a Thunderbolt port, bringing back the backlit keyboard, and the timely release of Mac OS X Lion will surely make it a formidable player in the ultraportable space. But if its looks haven't seduced you yet, your money will go a lot further with the Toshiba Portege R835-P50X and Acer Aspire AS3830TG-6431.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 07/21/2011
Rating: Total score: 80%
100% Apple MacBook Air (13-inch, 2011) Review
Source: Laptop Mag English Archive.org version
We already loved the 13-inch MacBook Air, and Apple's improvements make it the perfect notebook as far as we're concerned. When you combine a sleek ultraportable design with a great display and touchpad then nearly double the performance--without sacrificing battery life--you're left with a winner. You also get an improved backlit keyboard, Thunderbolt support, and the more powerful and versatle Mac OS X Lion. The 13-inch Air is also a better deal than the Samsung Series 9, which costs $50 more when you configure it with the same amount of flash memory. Add it all up and you have a machine that not only earns our Editors' Choice award but also a very rare five-star rating.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 07/20/2011
Rating: Total score: 100%
100% Apple MacBook Air (13-inch, 2011) Review
Source: Laptop Mag English Archive.org version
We already loved the 13-inch MacBook Air, and Apple's improvements make it the perfect notebook as far as we're concerned. When you combine a sleek ultraportable design with a great display and touchpad then nearly double the performance--without sacrificing battery life--you're left with a winner. You also get an improved backlit keyboard, Thunderbolt support, and the more powerful and versatle Mac OS X Lion. The 13-inch Air is also a better deal than the Samsung Series 9, which costs $50 more when you configure it with the same amount of flash memory. Add it all up and you have a machine that not only earns our Editors' Choice award but also a very rare five-star rating.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 07/20/2011
Rating: Total score: 100%
95% Apple MacBook Air (13.3-Inch, 2011 Version)
Source: Computer Shopper English Archive.org version
Don't be fooled when you look at the summer 2011 version of Apple's MacBook Air. On the outside, it looks almost entirely identical to the late-2010 MacBook Air iteration, which was released in October 2010. Intel's next-gen processors put the latest Air on performance overdrive. It's one of the most powerful—and beautiful—ultraportables available.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 07/01/2011
Rating: Total score: 95%
95% Apple MacBook Air (13.3-Inch, 2011 Version)
Source: Computer Shopper English Archive.org version
Don't be fooled when you look at the summer 2011 version of Apple's MacBook Air. On the outside, it looks almost entirely identical to the late-2010 MacBook Air iteration, which was released in October 2010. Intel's next-gen processors put the latest Air on performance overdrive. It's one of the most powerful—and beautiful—ultraportables available.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 07/01/2011
Rating: Total score: 95%

Foreign Reviews

84% Ultra cool leicht schnell
Source: Computerbild - 9/12 German
Comparison, , Medium, Date: 04/01/2012
Rating: Total score: 84% performance: 84% features: 87% display: 83% ergonomy: 87% emissions: 87%
84% Ultra cool leicht schnell
Source: Computerbild - 9/12 German
Comparison, , Medium, Date: 04/01/2012
Rating: Total score: 84% performance: 84% features: 87% display: 83% ergonomy: 87% emissions: 87%
77% So gut sind die neuen Ultrabooks
Source: Chip.de - 2/12 German
Comparison, , Medium, Date: 01/01/2012
Rating: Total score: 77% performance: 76% features: 67% display: 99% mobility: 77% ergonomy: 84%
77% So gut sind die neuen Ultrabooks
Source: Chip.de - 2/12 German
Comparison, , Medium, Date: 01/01/2012
Rating: Total score: 77% performance: 76% features: 67% display: 99% mobility: 77% ergonomy: 84%
Acer, Asus, Lenovo, Toshiba: Ultrabooks im Vergleich
Source: ZDNet German DE→EN Archive.org version
Comparison, online available, Long, Date: 12/06/2011
Acer, Asus, Lenovo, Toshiba: Ultrabooks im Vergleich
Source: ZDNet German DE→EN Archive.org version
Comparison, online available, Long, Date: 12/06/2011
98% Leicht, flach, stark
Source: SFT - 12/11 German
Comparison, , Length Unknown, Date: 12/01/2011
Rating: Total score: 98%
98% Leicht, flach, stark
Source: SFT - 12/11 German
Comparison, , Length Unknown, Date: 12/01/2011
Rating: Total score: 98%
Neuer Wind für Apples Air: MacBook Air 11" und 13" im Test
Source: Tom's Hardware German DE→EN Archive.org version
Comparison, online available, Long, Date: 09/29/2011
Neuer Wind für Apples Air: MacBook Air 11" und 13" im Test
Source: Tom's Hardware German DE→EN Archive.org version
Comparison, online available, Long, Date: 09/29/2011
100% Apple MacBook Air 2011
Source: PC Magazin - 10/11 German
Single Review, , Very Short, Date: 09/01/2011
Rating: Total score: 100%
100% Apple MacBook Air 2011
Source: PC Magazin - 10/11 German
Single Review, , Very Short, Date: 09/01/2011
Rating: Total score: 100%
89% Test Apple MacBook Air 13 Mid 2011 (1.7 GHz, 256 GB SSD) Subnotebook
Source: Notebookcheck German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 08/17/2011
Rating: Total score: 89% performance: 79% display: 75% mobility: 92% workmanship: 97% ergonomy: 95% emissions: 90%
89% Test Apple MacBook Air 13 Mid 2011 (1.7 GHz, 256 GB SSD) Subnotebook
Source: Notebookcheck German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 08/17/2011
Rating: Total score: 89% performance: 79% display: 75% mobility: 92% workmanship: 97% ergonomy: 95% emissions: 90%
79% Apple MacBook Air 13 im Test
Source: PC Welt German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 08/05/2011
Rating: Total score: 79% performance: 85% features: 72% display: 73% mobility: 81% ergonomy: 90% emissions: 77%
79% Apple MacBook Air 13 im Test
Source: PC Welt German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 08/05/2011
Rating: Total score: 79% performance: 85% features: 72% display: 73% mobility: 81% ergonomy: 90% emissions: 77%
88% Apple MacBook Air 13" Core i5 1.7 GHz 256GB (Mid 2011)
Source: Notebookinfo German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 08/01/2011
Rating: Total score: 88% performance: 80% display: 95% mobility: 95% ergonomy: 95% emissions: 83%
88% Apple MacBook Air 13" Core i5 1.7 GHz 256GB (Mid 2011)
Source: Notebookinfo German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 08/01/2011
Rating: Total score: 88% performance: 80% display: 95% mobility: 95% ergonomy: 95% emissions: 83%
91% Test: Macbook Air 11- und 13-Zoll
Source: Mac Welt German DE→EN Archive.org version
Comparison, online available, Long, Date: 07/29/2011
Rating: Total score: 91% performance: 91% features: 90% ergonomy: 88%
85% Test: Apple MacBook Air 13,3 Zoll (MC966D/A) (Notebook)
Source: Chip.de German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 07/29/2011
Rating: Total score: 85% price: 75% performance: 81% features: 70% display: 99% mobility: 94% ergonomy: 84%
91% Test: Macbook Air 11- und 13-Zoll
Source: Mac Welt German DE→EN Archive.org version
Comparison, online available, Long, Date: 07/29/2011
Rating: Total score: 91% performance: 91% features: 90% ergonomy: 88%
85% Test: Apple MacBook Air 13,3 Zoll (MC966D/A) (Notebook)
Source: Chip.de German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 07/29/2011
Rating: Total score: 85% price: 75% performance: 81% features: 70% display: 99% mobility: 94% ergonomy: 84%
Apple MacBook Air 13 (Mid 2011)
Source: Notebookjournal German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 07/26/2011
Rating: performance: 90% features: 30% display: 90% mobility: 70% workmanship: 90% ergonomy: 50%
82% MacBook Air 13,3 Zoll
Source: ZDNet German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 07/26/2011
Rating: Total score: 82% performance: 80% features: 80% mobility: 90%
Apple MacBook Air 13 (Mid 2011)
Source: Notebookjournal German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 07/26/2011
Rating: performance: 90% features: 30% display: 90% mobility: 70% workmanship: 90% ergonomy: 50%
82% MacBook Air 13,3 Zoll
Source: ZDNet German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 07/26/2011
Rating: Total score: 82% performance: 80% features: 80% mobility: 90%
96% Notebooks für jeden Zweck
Source: SFT - 3/11 German
Comparison, , Length Unknown, Date: 02/01/2011
Rating: Total score: 96%
96% Notebooks für jeden Zweck
Source: SFT - 3/11 German
Comparison, , Length Unknown, Date: 02/01/2011
Rating: Total score: 96%
Apple MacBook Air
Source: Chip.de - 10/11 German
good
Single Review, , Very Short, Date: 09/01/2011
Apple MacBook Air
Source: Chip.de - 10/11 German
good
Single Review, , Very Short, Date: 09/01/2011
MacBook Air 13 Zoll 2011
Source: HardwareLuxx German DE→EN Archive.org version
positive: performance, battery runtime, keyboard illumination; negative: limited RAM, no audio port
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 07/26/2011
MacBook Air 13 Zoll 2011
Source: HardwareLuxx German DE→EN Archive.org version
positive: performance, battery runtime, keyboard illumination; negative: limited RAM, no audio port
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 07/26/2011
93% MacBoor Air 13 pulgadas (MC966Y/A)
Source: PC Actual Spanish ES→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 07/27/2011
Rating: Total score: 93% price: 86%
93% MacBoor Air 13 pulgadas (MC966Y/A)
Source: PC Actual Spanish ES→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 07/27/2011
Rating: Total score: 93% price: 86%
90% Apple Macbook Air : toujours une référence
Source: Erenumerique French FR→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 12/02/2011
Rating: Total score: 90%
90% Apple Macbook Air : toujours une référence
Source: Erenumerique French FR→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 12/02/2011
Rating: Total score: 90%
100% Apple MacBook Air 13 pouces 256 Go Core i5 1,7 GHz
Source: 01Net French FR→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 08/22/2011
Rating: Total score: 100%
100% Apple MacBook Air 13 pouces 256 Go Core i5 1,7 GHz
Source: 01Net French FR→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 08/22/2011
Rating: Total score: 100%
Тест нового Apple MacBook Air 13: лидер без страха и упрека
Source: Zoom RU→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 09/09/2011
Тест нового Apple MacBook Air 13: лидер без страха и упрека
Source: Zoom RU→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 09/09/2011
Обзор Apple MacBook Air 2011 и OS X Lion: горячее обновление воздушного ноутбука
Source: Hi-Tech Mail RU→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 07/26/2011
Обзор Apple MacBook Air 2011 и OS X Lion: горячее обновление воздушного ноутбука
Source: Hi-Tech Mail RU→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 07/26/2011
Đánh giá MBA 2011 13", siêu di động gần như hoàn hảo
Source: Tinh Te VN→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 08/22/2011
Đánh giá MBA 2011 13", siêu di động gần như hoàn hảo
Source: Tinh Te VN→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 08/22/2011
새 맥북에어, 깜짝 놀라게 빨라졌다
Source: Media IT KO→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 08/12/2011
새 맥북에어, 깜짝 놀라게 빨라졌다
Source: Media IT KO→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 08/12/2011

 

Apple Macbook Air 11 inch 2011-07 MC968D/A

Specifications

Apple Macbook Air 11 inch 2011-07 MC968D/ANotebook: Apple Macbook Air 11 inch 2011-07 MC968D/A
Processor: Intel Core i5 2467M
Graphics Adapter: Intel HD Graphics 3000
Display: 11.60 inch, 16:9, 1366 x 768 pixels
Weight: 1.1kg
Price: 1000 euro
Links: Apple homepage
 MacBook Air (Series)

Pricecompare

Average Score: 82.36% - good

Average of 22 scores (from 31 reviews)

 

Reviews

80% Apple MacBook Air 11in (Mid-2011) 64GB review
Source: Tech Advisor English Archive.org version
The 11in MacBook Air is exactly the same price as Asus' 11in contender, although with only half the RAM and SSD space. But what it lacks in these respects it makes up for in build quality – especially when it comes to the screen – and for giving you the option to have a machine running both Windows 7 and Mac OS X.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 03/01/2012
Rating: Total score: 80% price: 80% performance: 80% features: 70% ergonomy: 90%
80% Macbook Air 11.6 Mid-2011 Review: Small But Powerful
Source: notebookforums.com English Archive.org version
The new Mac OS X Lion brings a lot of improvements and above all some nice new features: LaunchPad, Mission Control, Versions, Auto Save, Resume, Air Drop, Mac App Store, the redesigned Mail app, full screen apps and new multi-touch gestures. Couple that with a slim profile and a body that weighs next to nothing and you’ve got a $999 that may actually worth the effort.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 11/21/2011
Rating: Total score: 80% performance: 90% features: 100% display: 80% ergonomy: 80%
90% Apple MacBook Air 11-inch (2011) review
Source: Pocket Lint English Archive.org version
The Air was derided when it was first launched, and to some extent, rightly so. It was too slow and an example of form over function. With the 2011 refresh, Apple has managed to keep the remarkable form, but also add some internals that make this more than just a rich person's plaything. Now, the Air is an excellent day-to-day laptop, and one that we think most people will find more than adequate for their needs. Unless those needs are crunching the data that comes out of the CERN supercollider. If nothing else, Intel's Ultrabook specification proves that Apple had the right idea when it first launched the Air. There is demand for these small laptops, and it's possible to build them and make them objects of desire while remaining useful.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 10/14/2011
Rating: Total score: 90%
90% Apple MacBook Air 11-inch (2011)
Source: PC World India English Archive.org version
The Apple 11-inch MacBook Air is almost flawless when it comes to its build quality as well as its physical appearance and feel. Add to that the fact that Air's performance statistics trounce those of even some mainstream laptops, makes the option of buying this Mac unit all the more attractive.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 10/09/2011
Rating: Total score: 90%
60% Apple MacBook Air 11-inch Ultraportable Laptop PC
Source: Comp Reviews English Archive.org version
With the removal of the MacBook 13, the MacBook Air 11 is now Apple's least expensive laptop available. While the 2011 update has brought some marked improvement in performance, it doesn't address enough of the other issues to make it a great replacement for the MacBook Pro. It certainly is extremely small and light but this is not a great primary computer due to the memory and storage concerns.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 09/21/2011
Rating: Total score: 60%
Apple MacBook Air 11in vs iPad 2 head-to-head review
Source: V3.co.uk English Archive.org version
Although it's technically a draw, the MacBook Air wins out in key areas of performance, interface and connectivity. The laptop is definitely the better option for productivity on the move, and can be used in an office because it has excellent specifications. Those who just want to browse the internet on the move would be better suited to the iPad 2. We recommend buying a Wi-Fi-only iPad 2 and using the extra money to invest in a mobile phone contract with a generous data allowance. The tablet can be tethered to the smartphone when Wi-Fi is not available, and this will save on having to pay two separate contracts. Given the choice, V3 definitely opts for the laptop over the tablet, as it is so much more useful and is definitely worth the extra investment. WINNER- MacBook Air.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 09/01/2011
80% Apple Macbook Air 11in (2011 model) laptop computer
Source: Computer Active English Archive.org version
We reviewed Apple's last Macbook Air just over seven months ago, but this latest version has some new hardware and the latest version of Apple's OS X operating system. The inclusion of the latest version of the operating system, OS X Lion, is the most important change, and it worked well on the Macbook Air. This is an excellent but expensive laptop, but it is a pleasure to use and looks great.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 08/11/2011
Rating: Total score: 80%
90% Apple MacBook Air 11in (Mid-2011) review
Source: Tech Advisor English Archive.org version
Since the company has discontinued its popular white MacBook, the Apple MacBook Air 11in (Mid-2011) now stands alone as the most affordable Mac portable. At £849, you get 2GB memory and 64GB of solid-state drive; another £150 doubles both those specs to a decent 4GB and 128GB storage. Whether you’re a student or business professional, it’s a great carry-anywhere laptop with more power than we’d imagine was possible at this size, yet still providing decent battery life.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 08/10/2011
Rating: Total score: 90% price: 80% performance: 90% features: 80% ergonomy: 100%
Apple MacBook Air 11in vs 13in video review
Source: V3.co.uk English Archive.org version
video review
Comparison, online available, Very Short, Date: 08/10/2011
80% 11-inch MacBook Air 2011 review
Source: Techradar English Archive.org version
We have no hesitation in recommending the 2011 11-inch MacBook Air, but before spending £1,399 on this expensively customised model, you should ask yourself if you really need the extra power and storage. If you want your Air as a convenient portable Mac to supplement to your main machine, you might be better off with an entry-level model.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 08/09/2011
Rating: Total score: 80%
80% Apple MacBook Air - 11 inches, 2011
Source: Digital Versus English Archive.org version
A year after the Core 2 Duo MacBook Airs, Apple has now included the Core i5 in its 11.6-inch. The MacBook Air 11.6-inch 2011 still offers a very good performance to size ratio. This ultraportable laptop continues to get more powerful but Apple hasn't redesigned the cooling system to cope with this. Plus, the connectivity is still just as lite.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 08/05/2011
Rating: Total score: 80%
Lab Tests: Build-to-Order Core i7 MacBook Airs
Source: PC World English Archive.org version
How fast is a MacBook Air when it's powered by an Intel Core i7 processor? Now that we've posted performance reports for the standard-configuration MacBook Airs, it was time to turn our attention to testing the optional, build-to-order (BTO) configurations of Apple's latest line of ultra-portable computers.
Comparison, online available, Very Short, Date: 08/02/2011
94% Apple MacBook Air (11.6-Inch, 2011 Version)
Source: Computer Shopper English Archive.org version
When the 11.6-inch MacBook Air was originally released in 2010, the word "netbook" was bandied about, as if the Air had anything in common with these portable, but not exactly powerful, mini laptops. A strong boost in CPU power puts the MacBook Air in the performance zone of the more expensive MacBook Pro, floating it well above its ultraportable competition.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 08/01/2011
Rating: Total score: 94%
67% Apple MacBook Air 11-inch 128GB Mid 2011
Source: It Pro English Archive.org version
Apple's dinkiest and most desirable ultraportable is also its most affordable, but is it a false economy? Alan Lu finds out in our review.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 08/01/2011
Rating: Total score: 67%
Tested: Core i5 MacBook Airs Zoom Past Predecessors
Source: PC World English Archive.org version
And finally, for those of you lamenting the dearly departed MacBook, our test results show the new $999 MacBook Air to be much faster in our file duplication and unzipping tests, and faster in our processor tests-but as we've seen before, slower in the graphics tests.
Comparison, online available, Very Short, Date: 07/29/2011
The 2011 MacBook Air (11 & 13-inch)
Source: AnandTech English Archive.org version
Whereas last year's MacBook Air was a good machine for light work, the 2011 models are true replacements for mainstream portable Macs. There's still no dethroning the MacBook Pro (although the 13-inch model clearly needs a higher resolution display option), but for the rest of the world there are now some excellent ultra portable options that don't force you to really compromise on performance.
Comparison, online available, Very Long, Date: 07/28/2011
80% Apple MacBook Air 11-inch (mid 2011) review
Source: Trusted Reviews English Archive.org version
The Apple MacBook Air 11in (mid 2011) is clearly a machine for the well heeled, with a starting price of £850 and desirable configurations coming in over £1,000. Nonetheless, it is far from a frivolous purchase. Its styling and build are unrivalled, it has plenty enough performance for everyday computing, it'll at least half a working day on battery, and the improvements to MacOSX make it a lovely system to use. It does lack connectivity right out of the box (even eshewing the SD card slot of its 13in sibling) but, thanks to its ThunderBolt port, it can actually connect to just about anything you desire with the right adapter (once they become available). Many competitors are getting close but right now the Air is still flying high.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 07/28/2011
Rating: Total score: 80% price: 80% performance: 90% features: 80% mobility: 70% ergonomy: 100%
Apple MacBook Air 11in video review
Source: V3.co.uk English Archive.org version
video review
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 07/28/2011
100% Apple MacBook Air 11in review
Source: V3.co.uk English Archive.org version
We tallied up the total of our high-end device including the cost Thunderbolt, Ethernet, VGA, Airline Power accessories and it came to £1,513. With insurance another £200, the high-end device isn't going to be cheap.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 07/27/2011
Rating: Total score: 100%
70% Apple MacBook Air 11-inch (Thunderbolt)
Source: PC Mag English Archive.org version
So how does the Apple MacBook Air 11-inch (Thunderbolt) stack up in the category its predecessor shaped? It's certainly a fine laptop, with plenty of features you'll only get from Apple, like outstanding design, a highly refined multitouch trackpad, and OS X Lion. But you'll have to sacrifice several features that come standard on other 11-inch laptops, like all-day battery life, an Ethernet port, SD card reader, and significant storage space. The Editors' Choice Alienware M11xr3 and Lenovo X120e provide all these features, with superior performance to boot. When judged purely on its feature set the MacBook Air 11-inch (Thunderbolt) comes up short compared with its peers. But with its light weight, striking looks, and Apple's well-deserved reputation for reliability, the MacBook Air 11-inch (Thunderbolt) presents a compelling package for Apple devotees.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 07/25/2011
Rating: Total score: 70%
90% Thin FTW: Apple`s New Mac Book Air
Source: Wired Magazine English Archive.org version
Indeed, the new MacBook Air provides an unbearable lightness of being that seamlessly marries brute computing muscle with unprecedented portability. There’s little reason to doubt that it may ultimately change our perception of what can be accomplished, technologically speaking, in small packages.
Comparison, online available, Short, Date: 07/25/2011
Rating: Total score: 90%
80% Apple MacBook Air (11-inch, Summer 2011)
Source: CNet English Archive.org version
Last October, Apple's 11-inch MacBook Air debuted. The tiny, slim ultraportable was the smallest laptop Apple had ever made. This year's 11-inch MacBook Air improves on last year's model in several significant ways and is by far the fastest ultraportable you're likely to find, though some users will consider the limited flash storage space to be a hindrance.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 07/23/2011
Rating: Total score: 80% performance: 90% mobility: 80%
70% Apple MacBook Air (11-inch, 2011) Review
Source: Laptop Mag English Archive.org version
We're just not sure consumers want to use an 11-inch laptop as their primary computer. Frequent travelers and students would, but a few family members and co-workers said they would prefer a larger 13-inch screen. Apple offers that, too, but you'll need to spend either $1,199 for the 13-inch MacBook Pro or $1,299 for the 13-inch MacBook Air. The 11-inch MacBook Air is a very good ultraportable, but some shoppers will prefer one of Apple's other options as an everyday notebook.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 07/20/2011
Rating: Total score: 70%

Foreign Reviews

Neuer Wind für Apples Air: MacBook Air 11" und 13" im Test
Source: Tom's Hardware German DE→EN Archive.org version
Comparison, online available, Long, Date: 09/29/2011
77% Apple Macbook Air 11 im Test
Source: PC Welt German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 09/16/2011
Rating: Total score: 77% performance: 81% features: 71% display: 74% mobility: 78% ergonomy: 90% emissions: 85%
85% Apple MacBook Air 11" Core i5 1.6 GHz 128GB (Mid 2011)
Source: Notebookinfo German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 08/22/2011
Rating: Total score: 85% performance: 80% display: 95% mobility: 90% ergonomy: 85% emissions: 70%
Apple MacBook Air 11 (Mid 2011)
Source: Notebookjournal German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 08/12/2011
Rating: performance: 70% features: 20% display: 70% mobility: 50% workmanship: 90% ergonomy: 50%
89% Test: Macbook Air 11- und 13-Zoll
Source: Mac Welt German DE→EN Archive.org version
Comparison, online available, Long, Date: 07/29/2011
Rating: Total score: 89% performance: 92% features: 83% ergonomy: 81%
80% MacBook Air 11,6 Zoll im Test
Source: ZDNet German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 07/25/2011
Rating: Total score: 80% performance: 80% features: 80% mobility: 80%
苹果的变与不变 新MacBook Air国内首测
Source: PC Online.com.cn zh-CN→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 07/27/2011
100% Macbook Air 2011
Source: Dinside NO→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 08/15/2011
Rating: Total score: 100%

 

Apple Macbook Air 11 inch 2011-07 MC969D/A

Specifications

Apple Macbook Air 11 inch 2011-07 MC969D/ANotebook: Apple Macbook Air 11 inch 2011-07 MC969D/A
Processor: Intel Core i5 2467M
Graphics Adapter: Intel HD Graphics 3000
Display: 11.60 inch, 16:9, 1366 x 768 pixels
Weight: 1.07kg
Price: 1149 euro
Links: Apple homepage
 MacBook Air (Series)

Pricecompare

Average Score: 86.44% - good

Average of 18 scores (from 28 reviews)

 

Reviews

88% Review Apple MacBook Air 11 Mid 2011 (1.6 GHz, 128 GB SSD) Subnotebook | Notebookcheck
Netbook? No thanks. The smallest and cheapest notebook that Apple currently has to offer is called the MacBook Air 11. It weighs in at less than a kilogram and is just 1.7 cm at its thickest point. On the outside: an aluminium unibody case. On the inside: a Sandy Bridge CPU which along with the SSD delivers superior performance.
80% Review: MacBook Air 11in Ultimate MD214
Source: Computing English Archive.org version
A very good laptop, uprated with the latest Intel processors, and also Apple's 10Gbit/s Thunderbolt connectivity. There are few Thunderbolt-enabled devices around, but expect more in 2012. The lack of USB 3.0 connectivity is a point against the MacBook Air and the price could cause a sharp increase in blood pressure.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 11/01/2011
Rating: Total score: 80%
80% Review: MacBook Air 11in Ultimate MD214
Source: Computing English Archive.org version
A very good laptop, uprated with the latest Intel processors, and also Apple's 10Gbit/s Thunderbolt connectivity. There are few Thunderbolt-enabled devices around, but expect more in 2012. The lack of USB 3.0 connectivity is a point against the MacBook Air and the price could cause a sharp increase in blood pressure.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 11/01/2011
Rating: Total score: 80%
90% Apple MacBook Air 11in Core i5 notebook
Source: Reg Hardware English Archive.org version
When's all said and done, to my surprise – my expectations being set by years of Mean Santa withholding features – it's an absolutely outstanding piece of kit. Design and execution are so professional that it's the sort of review where you start with 100 per cent, and knock off the odd one here and there. The overall experience is superb, and while the smallest Apple MacBook Air comes at a cost, it is a real advance in user expectations of how much a computer should weigh and what it should do.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 09/19/2011
Rating: Total score: 90%
90% Apple MacBook Air 11in Core i5 notebook
Source: Reg Hardware English Archive.org version
When's all said and done, to my surprise – my expectations being set by years of Mean Santa withholding features – it's an absolutely outstanding piece of kit. Design and execution are so professional that it's the sort of review where you start with 100 per cent, and knock off the odd one here and there. The overall experience is superb, and while the smallest Apple MacBook Air comes at a cost, it is a real advance in user expectations of how much a computer should weigh and what it should do.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 09/19/2011
Rating: Total score: 90%
Review: MacBook Air
Source: Gadgetmix English Archive.org version
Seeking a lighter, sleeker, more attractive business laptop? The Macbook Air was never quite powerful enough to fill that niche. Until now. Apple has transformed its dizzy eye-candy into a serious machine. Overall the 2011 Macbook Air is quick and efficient, it’s smaller, lighter, and though not a lot quieter, it’s a magnificent upgrade from last year’s version.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 08/17/2011
Review: MacBook Air
Source: Gadgetmix English Archive.org version
Seeking a lighter, sleeker, more attractive business laptop? The Macbook Air was never quite powerful enough to fill that niche. Until now. Apple has transformed its dizzy eye-candy into a serious machine. Overall the 2011 Macbook Air is quick and efficient, it’s smaller, lighter, and though not a lot quieter, it’s a magnificent upgrade from last year’s version.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 08/17/2011
80% Apple MacBook Air 11-inch review
Source: CNet English Archive.org version
When the new 13-inch MacBook Air arrived on our messy desks, we were blown away by its razor-thin good looks and equally impressed by its powerful interiors. Apple's latest iteration of the 11-inch MacBook air packs excellent performance inside a razor-thin body. Its high price and sparse port selection means it won't appeal to everyone though.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 08/04/2011
Rating: Total score: 80%
80% Apple MacBook Air 11-inch review
Source: CNet English Archive.org version
When the new 13-inch MacBook Air arrived on our messy desks, we were blown away by its razor-thin good looks and equally impressed by its powerful interiors. Apple's latest iteration of the 11-inch MacBook air packs excellent performance inside a razor-thin body. Its high price and sparse port selection means it won't appeal to everyone though.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 08/04/2011
Rating: Total score: 80%
100% New MacBook Air review
Source: Electricpig English Archive.org version
Over the years we’ve tirelessly sought after the ultimate marriage of portability and power. Apple’s first MacBook Air was just too weedy and too expensive. Asus never quite managed to deliver with its low price, tiny Eee PCs, in truth because Intel’s Atom processors were just a false economy. MSI’s X-Slim range were as flimsy as they were thin.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 08/01/2011
Rating: Total score: 100%
Apple's 11-inch MacBook Air (Core i7 1.8GHz) Review Update
Source: AnandTech English Archive.org version
If you're buying the high-end ($1199) 11-inch MacBook Air and care about performance, the 1.8GHz CPU upgrade is worth it. You shouldn't expect any real impact on battery life in normal use but you'll see a noticeable gain in performance across the board. Subjectively the CPU upgrade does make the system snappier, easily faster than the base 13-inch MacBook Air.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 08/01/2011
100% New MacBook Air review
Source: Electricpig English Archive.org version
Over the years we’ve tirelessly sought after the ultimate marriage of portability and power. Apple’s first MacBook Air was just too weedy and too expensive. Asus never quite managed to deliver with its low price, tiny Eee PCs, in truth because Intel’s Atom processors were just a false economy. MSI’s X-Slim range were as flimsy as they were thin.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 08/01/2011
Rating: Total score: 100%
Apple's 11-inch MacBook Air (Core i7 1.8GHz) Review Update
Source: AnandTech English Archive.org version
If you're buying the high-end ($1199) 11-inch MacBook Air and care about performance, the 1.8GHz CPU upgrade is worth it. You shouldn't expect any real impact on battery life in normal use but you'll see a noticeable gain in performance across the board. Subjectively the CPU upgrade does make the system snappier, easily faster than the base 13-inch MacBook Air.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 08/01/2011

Foreign Reviews

Notebooks im Vergleich: Die neue Leichtigkeit
Source: Business & IT - 1/12 German
Comparison, , Length Unknown, Date: 01/01/2012
Rating: features: 80% ergonomy: 100%
Notebooks im Vergleich: Die neue Leichtigkeit
Source: Business & IT - 1/12 German
Comparison, , Length Unknown, Date: 01/01/2012
Rating: features: 80% ergonomy: 100%
80% Apple MacBook Air
Source: Connect - 1/12 German
Single Review, , Medium, Date: 12/01/2011
Rating: Total score: 80% features: 80% ergonomy: 100%
80% Apple MacBook Air
Source: Connect - 1/12 German
Single Review, , Medium, Date: 12/01/2011
Rating: Total score: 80% features: 80% ergonomy: 100%
88% Test Apple MacBook Air 11 Mid 2011 (1.6 GHz, 128 GB SSD) Subnotebook
Source: Notebookcheck German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 08/25/2011
Rating: Total score: 88% performance: 79% display: 75% mobility: 92% workmanship: 72% ergonomy: 87% emissions: 92%
88% Test Apple MacBook Air 11 Mid 2011 (1.6 GHz, 128 GB SSD) Subnotebook
Source: Notebookcheck German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 08/25/2011
Rating: Total score: 88% performance: 79% display: 75% mobility: 92% workmanship: 72% ergonomy: 87% emissions: 92%
77% Test: Apple MacBook Air 11,6 Zoll (MC969D/A) (Notebook)
Source: Chip.de German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 08/08/2011
Rating: Total score: 77% price: 68% performance: 72% features: 64% display: 94% mobility: 81% ergonomy: 86%
77% Test: Apple MacBook Air 11,6 Zoll (MC969D/A) (Notebook)
Source: Chip.de German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 08/08/2011
Rating: Total score: 77% price: 68% performance: 72% features: 64% display: 94% mobility: 81% ergonomy: 86%
87% Grosse Preise...
Source: Computerbild - 18/11 German
Single Review, , Medium, Date: 08/01/2011
Rating: Total score: 87% performance: 96% features: 85% display: 88% ergonomy: 85% emissions: 85%
87% Grosse Preise...
Source: Computerbild - 18/11 German
Single Review, , Medium, Date: 08/01/2011
Rating: Total score: 87% performance: 96% features: 85% display: 88% ergonomy: 85% emissions: 85%
96% Notebooks für jeden Zweck
Source: SFT - 3/11 German
Comparison, , Length Unknown, Date: 02/01/2011
Rating: Total score: 96%
96% Notebooks für jeden Zweck
Source: SFT - 3/11 German
Comparison, , Length Unknown, Date: 02/01/2011
Rating: Total score: 96%
Schick, schlank, schnell
Source: c't - 3/12 German
battery runtime very good, office performance good, 3D gaming performance bad, display satisfying, noise emissions very bad
Comparison, , Long, Date: 02/01/2012
Schick, schlank, schnell
Source: c't - 3/12 German
battery runtime very good, office performance good, 3D gaming performance bad, display satisfying, noise emissions very bad
Comparison, , Long, Date: 02/01/2012
Neuer Wind für Apples Air: MacBook Air 11" und 13" im Test
Source: Tom's Hardware German
high performance, good workmanship, high noise and heat emissions, only two USB 2.0
Comparison, online available, Long, Date: 09/29/2011
Neuer Wind für Apples Air: MacBook Air 11" und 13" im Test
Source: Tom's Hardware German
high performance, good workmanship, high noise and heat emissions, only two USB 2.0
Comparison, online available, Long, Date: 09/29/2011

 

Apple MacBook Air 13 inch 2012-06 MD231LL/A

When the MacBook Air first came, it was the only one in its class. There weren’t any other competitors out there that could even get close to it. However, things changed a whole lot when Intel invented the Ultrabook category. We now have more than a hundred of models to choose from that could be potential MacBook air killers. Though they can feel the heat, Apple has stuck with the same design of the original Air for this current series with Ivy Bridge processors. Only a few details were changed such as the USB port. The older USB 2.0 has been replaced with a USB 3.0 port. Additionally, the MacBook Air can now be configured with more RAM and bigger storage space.

The good news is: the MacBook Air already has a design that is still one of the best in today’s market. Not many of those Ultra-thin Windows laptops can come close to the perfection of the Air. Keyboard and touchpad are still the best in its class and far better than most Ultrabooks we’ve seen.

The MacBook Air does lack in some areas though. The display is nice, but still has the 1440x900 pixel resolution, which is high but not as high as its bigger brother's, the MacBook Pro with retina display, and some other ultrabooks such as the Asus Zenbook Prime, too. It still lacks a memory card slot and the number of ports around the chassis is limited. The Asus Zenbook Prime and Samsung series 9 are both in the same class as the MacBook Air and in some ways better than it. Their prices are also close enough to keep the MacBook Air in the third place.

Specifications

Apple MacBook Air 13 inch 2012-06 MD231LL/ANotebook: Apple MacBook Air 13 inch 2012-06 MD231LL/A
Processor: Intel Core i5 3427U
Graphics Adapter: Intel HD Graphics 4000
Display: 13.30 inch, 16:10, 1440 x 900 pixels
Weight: 1.35kg
Price: 1249 euro
Links: Apple homepage
 MacBook Air (Series)

Pricecompare

Average Score: 85.9% - good

Average of 40 scores (from 54 reviews)

 

Reviews

88% Review Apple MacBook Air 13 Mid 2012 Subnotebook | Notebookcheck
Ivy Air. Sounds like an airline, but it is the newest generation of Apple's successful subnotebooks. We tested the entry-level model featuring a 13.3-inch screen and Intel's Core i5. Its exterior is - as always - (virtually) nothing new.
90% Apple MacBook Air 13in (Mid-2012) review
Source: Tech Advisor English Archive.org version
This revised 13in MacBook Air is a little bit faster in general speed, a lot faster in graphics speed – if only catching up with 2010’s Air – but with approaching an hour of extra battery life. We also appreciate the even quieter fan. This is the original ultrabook, and with extra details and quality touches it still beats all Ultrabooks we’ve seen so far.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 10/09/2012
Rating: Total score: 90% price: 80% performance: 90% features: 90% ergonomy: 90%
90% Apple MacBook Air 13in (Mid-2012) review
Source: Tech Advisor English Archive.org version
This revised 13in MacBook Air is a little bit faster in general speed, a lot faster in graphics speed – if only catching up with 2010’s Air – but with approaching an hour of extra battery life. We also appreciate the even quieter fan. This is the original ultrabook, and with extra details and quality touches it still beats all Ultrabooks we’ve seen so far.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 10/09/2012
Rating: Total score: 90% price: 80% performance: 90% features: 90% ergonomy: 90%
90% Apple MacBook Air 13in review
Source: Reg Hardware English Archive.org version
Overall, I found the combination of weight, features and performance to be ideal. Used constantly over several weeks, it made itself a strong candidate to be the nicest laptop I’ve ever used. It’s just a shame that even the 256GB Core i5 model can’t accommodate my iTunes and iPhoto libraries…
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 09/27/2012
Rating: Total score: 90%
90% Apple MacBook Air 13in review
Source: Reg Hardware English Archive.org version
Overall, I found the combination of weight, features and performance to be ideal. Used constantly over several weeks, it made itself a strong candidate to be the nicest laptop I’ve ever used. It’s just a shame that even the 256GB Core i5 model can’t accommodate my iTunes and iPhoto libraries…
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 09/27/2012
Rating: Total score: 90%
100% Apple MacBook Air 13''
Source: Digital Versus English Archive.org version
With a design that never seems to date and an impeccable finish, the 2012 13" MacBook Air packs excellent levels of processing power and a monster battery life into a sleek, compact casing. The new MacBook Air has so many great features that you'll soon get over the fact that its screen isn't quite as good as the displays in certain rivals (although it's still above average) and that it's lacking a few connections.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 08/10/2012
Rating: Total score: 100%
100% Apple MacBook Air 13''
Source: Digital Versus English Archive.org version
With a design that never seems to date and an impeccable finish, the 2012 13" MacBook Air packs excellent levels of processing power and a monster battery life into a sleek, compact casing. The new MacBook Air has so many great features that you'll soon get over the fact that its screen isn't quite as good as the displays in certain rivals (although it's still above average) and that it's lacking a few connections.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 08/10/2012
Rating: Total score: 100%
100% Apple Macbook Air 13 inch mid-2012 review
Source: Computer Active English Archive.org version
Tweaks to the innards of the Macbook Air, especially the inclusion of 4GB of memory and USB3 as standard, have made this an even better laptop than before. It is still expensive – this model costs £999 – but it is excellent value if you need a lightweight laptop. For all the Ultrabooks we've seen, none can quite match the Macbook Air.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 07/20/2012
Rating: Total score: 100%
100% Apple Macbook Air 13 inch mid-2012 review
Source: Computer Active English Archive.org version
Tweaks to the innards of the Macbook Air, especially the inclusion of 4GB of memory and USB3 as standard, have made this an even better laptop than before. It is still expensive – this model costs £999 – but it is excellent value if you need a lightweight laptop. For all the Ultrabooks we've seen, none can quite match the Macbook Air.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 07/20/2012
Rating: Total score: 100%
The 2012 MacBook Air (11 & 13-inch) Review
Source: AnandTech English Archive.org version
The MacBook Air is in its third iteration of the current design and it's tangibly better than the two that came before it. The 2010 (and older) models are just plain slow by comparison. Thanks to architectural, frequency and thermal improvements, one of the cores from a 2012 MacBook Air ends up being faster than two from a 2010 MBA. In other words, the 2012 models end up being more than twice as fast as the 2010 models in many of our CPU bound tests.
Comparison, online available, Long, Date: 07/16/2012
90% Apple MacBook Air 13" Mid-2012 Review
Source: Techspot English Archive.org version
The mid-2012 MacBook Air is a very solid offering and continues to be a target for many notebook manufacturers, and for good reason. Four years after its unveiling, the Air is still one of the sexiest notebooks on the market and with the recent slight price adjustment, it seems to be competing well even on value terms. Intel is likely to put some extra pressure on the Air with second and third generation ultrabooks, many of which are shaping up to be real contenders, at least on paper. But even still, the Air is the system that all other Windows ultrabooks strive to be like and that’s quite the complement.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 07/16/2012
Rating: Total score: 90%
The 2012 MacBook Air (11 & 13-inch) Review
Source: AnandTech English Archive.org version
The MacBook Air is in its third iteration of the current design and it's tangibly better than the two that came before it. The 2010 (and older) models are just plain slow by comparison. Thanks to architectural, frequency and thermal improvements, one of the cores from a 2012 MacBook Air ends up being faster than two from a 2010 MBA. In other words, the 2012 models end up being more than twice as fast as the 2010 models in many of our CPU bound tests.
Comparison, online available, Long, Date: 07/16/2012
90% Apple MacBook Air 13" Mid-2012 Review
Source: Techspot English Archive.org version
The mid-2012 MacBook Air is a very solid offering and continues to be a target for many notebook manufacturers, and for good reason. Four years after its unveiling, the Air is still one of the sexiest notebooks on the market and with the recent slight price adjustment, it seems to be competing well even on value terms. Intel is likely to put some extra pressure on the Air with second and third generation ultrabooks, many of which are shaping up to be real contenders, at least on paper. But even still, the Air is the system that all other Windows ultrabooks strive to be like and that’s quite the complement.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 07/16/2012
Rating: Total score: 90%
90% Apple MacBook Air 13-inch (mid-2012) review
Source: Pocket Lint English Archive.org version
We aren't sure what has happened, but it very much appears that Apple laptops are no longer all that much more expensive than a decent PC. The Dell XPS 13 uses older tech, but still costs nearly the same as this 13-inch Air. Arguably, the Air offers a lot of advantages too. The screen is 16:10, which, for most computer use is far better than that stupid 16:9 ratio, foisted upon us by HD television.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 07/10/2012
Rating: Total score: 90%
90% Apple MacBook Air 13-inch (mid-2012) review
Source: Pocket Lint English Archive.org version
We aren't sure what has happened, but it very much appears that Apple laptops are no longer all that much more expensive than a decent PC. The Dell XPS 13 uses older tech, but still costs nearly the same as this 13-inch Air. Arguably, the Air offers a lot of advantages too. The screen is 16:10, which, for most computer use is far better than that stupid 16:9 ratio, foisted upon us by HD television.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 07/10/2012
Rating: Total score: 90%
80% Apple MacBook Air 13-inch 2012 review
Source: Trusted Reviews English Archive.org version
Apple has updated what was already one of the better ultraportable laptops on the market to keep it competitive, with a downright impressive set of specification upgrades and (in theory) some of the best connectivity going thanks to its dual USB 3.0 and Thunderbolt combination. However, we can’t say we’re not disappointed to have the same old 1,440 x 900 TN screen rather than an IPS-panel Retina display, especially since some of the competition will be packing 1,600 x 900 or even 1080p IPS screens on their premium 13in Ultrabooks.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 07/04/2012
Rating: Total score: 80% price: 80% performance: 80% features: 90% display: 80% mobility: 70% ergonomy: 90%
80% Apple MacBook Air 13-inch 2012 review
Source: Trusted Reviews English Archive.org version
Apple has updated what was already one of the better ultraportable laptops on the market to keep it competitive, with a downright impressive set of specification upgrades and (in theory) some of the best connectivity going thanks to its dual USB 3.0 and Thunderbolt combination. However, we can’t say we’re not disappointed to have the same old 1,440 x 900 TN screen rather than an IPS-panel Retina display, especially since some of the competition will be packing 1,600 x 900 or even 1080p IPS screens on their premium 13in Ultrabooks.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 07/04/2012
Rating: Total score: 80% price: 80% performance: 80% features: 90% display: 80% mobility: 70% ergonomy: 90%
80% Apple MacBook Pro 13-inch (Mid 2012)
Source: PC Mag English Archive.org version
Apple has given the MacBook Pro 13-inch some real improvements, and the end result is a laptop that's worth buying—if you're due for a new one anyway. Owners of the previous MacBook Pro 13-inch (Late 2011) or the previous MacBook Pro 13-inch (Thunderbolt) may want to stick with the current model. Last year's model upgraded to second-generation Core processors from the two-year old Core Duo, which saw much more dramatic improvements in performance.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 07/03/2012
Rating: Total score: 80%
80% Apple MacBook Pro 13-inch (Mid 2012)
Source: PC Mag English Archive.org version
Apple has given the MacBook Pro 13-inch some real improvements, and the end result is a laptop that's worth buying—if you're due for a new one anyway. Owners of the previous MacBook Pro 13-inch (Late 2011) or the previous MacBook Pro 13-inch (Thunderbolt) may want to stick with the current model. Last year's model upgraded to second-generation Core processors from the two-year old Core Duo, which saw much more dramatic improvements in performance.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 07/03/2012
Rating: Total score: 80%
90% MacBook Air 2012 review
Source: Techradar English Archive.org version
It's easy for us to recommend the newest MacBook Air, because it's a fantastic machine. But, unlike this time last year, there are other impressive lightweight options out there. So be sure to check out our Best Ultrabook feature and reviews to see if the MacBook Air is the right ultra-portable notebook for you.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 06/29/2012
Rating: Total score: 90%
90% MacBook Air 2012 review
Source: Techradar English Archive.org version
It's easy for us to recommend the newest MacBook Air, because it's a fantastic machine. But, unlike this time last year, there are other impressive lightweight options out there. So be sure to check out our Best Ultrabook feature and reviews to see if the MacBook Air is the right ultra-portable notebook for you.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 06/29/2012
Rating: Total score: 90%
80% Apple 2012 MacBook Air 13-inch Laptop PC
Source: Comp Reviews English Archive.org version
Apple's MacBook Air 13 refresh may be most notable for its $100 price drop from last years model but this ultrathin and light design that is several years old still holds up well even compared to the onslaught of competition from the second generation of ultrabooks. Performance has improved as has battery life thanks to the new Ivy Bridge based dual core processor. Storage and memory remain unchanged but now external expansion is improved with USB 3.0.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 06/26/2012
Rating: Total score: 80%
80% Apple 2012 MacBook Air 13-inch Laptop PC
Source: Comp Reviews English Archive.org version
Apple's MacBook Air 13 refresh may be most notable for its $100 price drop from last years model but this ultrathin and light design that is several years old still holds up well even compared to the onslaught of competition from the second generation of ultrabooks. Performance has improved as has battery life thanks to the new Ivy Bridge based dual core processor. Storage and memory remain unchanged but now external expansion is improved with USB 3.0.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 06/26/2012
Rating: Total score: 80%
80% Apple MacBook Air review (13-inch, Summer 2012)
Source: CNet English Archive.org version
Not too long ago, the MacBook Air practically stood alone in the computer landscape with its unique blend of design, size, and performance, an improvement on the thin laptop with low-voltage CPU. This year's MacBook Air opts for gradual improvements rather than anything revolutionary, but lowered prices continue to make it the go-to mainstream recommendation for any MacBook owner-to-be.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 06/18/2012
Rating: Total score: 80%
MacBook Air review (13-inch, mid 2012)
Source: Engadget English Archive.org version
At first blush, the MacBook Air doesn't appear to have changed much between 2011 and 2012: it looks exactly the same, save for those USB 3.0 ports and new MagSafe2 connector, and even the 50Wh battery remains unchanged. As for those faster Ivy Bridge processors, well, every PC maker is refreshing their Ultrabooks with Intel's new chips, if they haven't already.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 06/18/2012
80% Apple MacBook Air review (13-inch, Summer 2012)
Source: CNet English Archive.org version
Not too long ago, the MacBook Air practically stood alone in the computer landscape with its unique blend of design, size, and performance, an improvement on the thin laptop with low-voltage CPU. This year's MacBook Air opts for gradual improvements rather than anything revolutionary, but lowered prices continue to make it the go-to mainstream recommendation for any MacBook owner-to-be.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 06/18/2012
Rating: Total score: 80%
MacBook Air review (13-inch, mid 2012)
Source: Engadget English Archive.org version
At first blush, the MacBook Air doesn't appear to have changed much between 2011 and 2012: it looks exactly the same, save for those USB 3.0 ports and new MagSafe2 connector, and even the 50Wh battery remains unchanged. As for those faster Ivy Bridge processors, well, every PC maker is refreshing their Ultrabooks with Intel's new chips, if they haven't already.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 06/18/2012
MacBook Air 13-inch Review (mid-2012)
Source: Slashgear English Archive.org version
With the PC industry throwing every ultrabook it can come up with at the market in the hope of scoring a win, Apple has done exactly what it needs to with the MacBook Air. Faster, more flexible and cheaper, it presents the strongest challenge from an Air model to-date. That’s certainly enough to leave it as our choice of ultraportable notebook.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 06/17/2012
MacBook Air 13-inch Review (mid-2012)
Source: Slashgear English Archive.org version
With the PC industry throwing every ultrabook it can come up with at the market in the hope of scoring a win, Apple has done exactly what it needs to with the MacBook Air. Faster, more flexible and cheaper, it presents the strongest challenge from an Air model to-date. That’s certainly enough to leave it as our choice of ultraportable notebook.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 06/17/2012
90% Apple MacBook Air (13-inch, 2012) Review
Source: Laptop Mag English Archive.org version
The 13-inch MacBook Air remains our favorite ultraportable notebook. In addition to best-in-class ergonomics, loud speakers and a svelte profile, you now get faster performance and much longer battery life than the Ultrabook competition for $100 less than before. The only reason we dropped the rating from a perfect 5 stars to 4.5 stars is because some Ultrabooks offer higher-resolution screens and more compact designs.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 06/15/2012
Rating: Total score: 90%
80% Apple MacBook Air 13-inch (Mid 2012)
Source: PC Mag English Archive.org version
The new Apple MacBook Air 13-inch (Mid 2012) is a simple upgrade of the class-leading line, with a $100 price drop. Although a new processor gives you a little extra performance and some tests, the real additions are things like the new (for Mac) USB 3.0 ports and free upgrade to OS X Mountain Lion.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 06/15/2012
Rating: Total score: 80%
90% Apple MacBook Air (13-inch, 2012) Review
Source: Laptop Mag English Archive.org version
The 13-inch MacBook Air remains our favorite ultraportable notebook. In addition to best-in-class ergonomics, loud speakers and a svelte profile, you now get faster performance and much longer battery life than the Ultrabook competition for $100 less than before. The only reason we dropped the rating from a perfect 5 stars to 4.5 stars is because some Ultrabooks offer higher-resolution screens and more compact designs.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 06/15/2012
Rating: Total score: 90%
80% Apple MacBook Air 13-inch (Mid 2012)
Source: PC Mag English Archive.org version
The new Apple MacBook Air 13-inch (Mid 2012) is a simple upgrade of the class-leading line, with a $100 price drop. Although a new processor gives you a little extra performance and some tests, the real additions are things like the new (for Mac) USB 3.0 ports and free upgrade to OS X Mountain Lion.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 06/15/2012
Rating: Total score: 80%
80% Apple MacBook Air 13-inch review
Source: CNet English Archive.org version
Few companies generate anything like the buzz that Apple does for its new products, with rumours flying around months before an official announcement is made. The new 13-inch Apple MacBook Air is as thin and stunningly designed as ever, but it's now packing the latest Intel Ivy Bridge processor, making it more formidable for graphics tasks and bringing those all-important high-speed USB 3.0 ports. It's still going to cost you a pretty penny though.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 06/14/2012
Rating: Total score: 80%
80% Apple MacBook Air (13.3-Inch, 2012 Version) Review and Ratings
Source: Computer Shopper English Archive.org version
When it first launched in 2008, Apple’s sleek and skinny MacBook Air didn’t have much competition in the premium ultraportable market. With an Intel Ivy Bridge CPU and speedy USB 3.0 ports, Apple’s latest Air is still a strong candidate for best ultraportable available. But with the same chassis and screen resolution as last year’s models, it’s not the class-leader-by-a-mile that the previous version was.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 06/14/2012
Rating: Total score: 80%
67% Apple MacBook Air 13in (2012) review
Source: PC Pro English Archive.org version
And that’s it. If you bought a MacBook Air last year, there frankly isn’t enough here to warrant an upgrade, but if you didn’t, there’s one more treat in store: it’s now £999 for the 128GB model and £1,249 for 256GB, down £100 in both cases. It was an attractive enough proposition before, but the 2012 model sets the bar exceedingly high for the impending wave of Ivy Bridge Ultrabooks.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 06/14/2012
Rating: Total score: 67% price: 83% performance: 67% features: 100% ergonomy: 100%
Apple MacBook Air 13-inch 2012
Source: Trusted Reviews English Archive.org version
Apple has updated what was already one of the better ultraportable laptops on the market to keep it competitive, with an impressive set of specification upgrades and the best connectivity going thanks to its dual USB 3.0 and Thunderbolt combination. However, we can’t say we’re not disappointed to have the same old screen rather than an IPS-panel Retina display, especially since some of the competition will be packing 1080p IPS screens on 11- and 13in Ultrabooks.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 06/14/2012
80% Apple MacBook Air 13-inch review
Source: CNet English Archive.org version
Few companies generate anything like the buzz that Apple does for its new products, with rumours flying around months before an official announcement is made. The new 13-inch Apple MacBook Air is as thin and stunningly designed as ever, but it's now packing the latest Intel Ivy Bridge processor, making it more formidable for graphics tasks and bringing those all-important high-speed USB 3.0 ports. It's still going to cost you a pretty penny though.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 06/14/2012
Rating: Total score: 80%
80% Apple MacBook Air (13.3-Inch, 2012 Version) Review and Ratings
Source: Computer Shopper English Archive.org version
When it first launched in 2008, Apple’s sleek and skinny MacBook Air didn’t have much competition in the premium ultraportable market. With an Intel Ivy Bridge CPU and speedy USB 3.0 ports, Apple’s latest Air is still a strong candidate for best ultraportable available. But with the same chassis and screen resolution as last year’s models, it’s not the class-leader-by-a-mile that the previous version was.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 06/14/2012
Rating: Total score: 80%
67% Apple MacBook Air 13in (2012) review
Source: PC Pro English Archive.org version
And that’s it. If you bought a MacBook Air last year, there frankly isn’t enough here to warrant an upgrade, but if you didn’t, there’s one more treat in store: it’s now £999 for the 128GB model and £1,249 for 256GB, down £100 in both cases. It was an attractive enough proposition before, but the 2012 model sets the bar exceedingly high for the impending wave of Ivy Bridge Ultrabooks.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 06/14/2012
Rating: Total score: 67% price: 83% performance: 67% features: 100% ergonomy: 100%
Apple MacBook Air 13-inch 2012
Source: Trusted Reviews English Archive.org version
Apple has updated what was already one of the better ultraportable laptops on the market to keep it competitive, with an impressive set of specification upgrades and the best connectivity going thanks to its dual USB 3.0 and Thunderbolt combination. However, we can’t say we’re not disappointed to have the same old screen rather than an IPS-panel Retina display, especially since some of the competition will be packing 1080p IPS screens on 11- and 13in Ultrabooks.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 06/14/2012

Foreign Reviews

84% Luftig-leichte Ultrabook-Konkurrenz
Source: Chip.de German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 09/25/2012
Rating: Total score: 84% price: 83% performance: 83% features: 56% display: 69% mobility: 99% ergonomy: 100%
84% Luftig-leichte Ultrabook-Konkurrenz
Source: Chip.de German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 09/25/2012
Rating: Total score: 84% price: 83% performance: 83% features: 56% display: 69% mobility: 99% ergonomy: 100%
Test: 11" und 13" Apple MacBook Air
Source: HardwareLuxx German DE→EN Archive.org version
Comparison, online available, Long, Date: 08/01/2012
Test: 11" und 13" Apple MacBook Air
Source: HardwareLuxx German DE→EN Archive.org version
Comparison, online available, Long, Date: 08/01/2012
91% Notebook für unterwegs
Source: PC Welt German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 07/20/2012
Rating: Total score: 91% performance: 99% features: 78% display: 86% mobility: 97% ergonomy: 90% emissions: 92%
91% Notebook für unterwegs
Source: PC Welt German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 07/20/2012
Rating: Total score: 91% performance: 99% features: 78% display: 86% mobility: 97% ergonomy: 90% emissions: 92%
Back to the Future – 13 Zoll MacBook Air mit Core i5 Ivy-Bridge-Prozessor
Source: Notebookjournal German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 07/02/2012
Rating: performance: 90% features: 50% display: 80% mobility: 70% workmanship: 90% ergonomy: 50%
Back to the Future – 13 Zoll MacBook Air mit Core i5 Ivy-Bridge-Prozessor
Source: Notebookjournal German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 07/02/2012
Rating: performance: 90% features: 50% display: 80% mobility: 70% workmanship: 90% ergonomy: 50%
93% Test: Apple MacBook Air 13" Core i5 1.8 GHz 128GB (2012) Nur innere Werte aufgebohrt
Source: Notebookinfo German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 06/21/2012
Rating: Total score: 93% performance: 90% display: 90% mobility: 100% ergonomy: 95% emissions: 90%
93% Test: Apple MacBook Air 13" Core i5 1.8 GHz 128GB (2012) Nur innere Werte aufgebohrt
Source: Notebookinfo German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 06/21/2012
Rating: Total score: 93% performance: 90% display: 90% mobility: 100% ergonomy: 95% emissions: 90%
Поспели! Обзор ноутбуков Apple MacBook Air 11 и MacBook Air 13 образца 2012 года
Source: 3DNews.ru RU→EN Archive.org version
Comparison, online available, Medium, Date: 08/22/2012
Поспели! Обзор ноутбуков Apple MacBook Air 11 и MacBook Air 13 образца 2012 года
Source: 3DNews.ru RU→EN Archive.org version
Comparison, online available, Medium, Date: 08/22/2012
83% Apple MacBook Air 2012 13"
Source: Dinside NO→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 07/23/2012
Rating: Total score: 83%
83% Apple MacBook Air 2012 13"
Source: Dinside NO→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 07/23/2012
Rating: Total score: 83%

 

Apple MacBook Air 11 inch 2012-06 MD223D/A

Specifications

Apple MacBook Air 11 inch 2012-06 MD223D/ANotebook: Apple MacBook Air 11 inch 2012-06 MD223D/A
Processor: Intel Core i5 3317U
Graphics Adapter: Intel HD Graphics 4000
Display: 11.60 inch, 16:9, 1366 x 768 pixels
Weight: 1.07kg
Price: 1049 euro
Links: Apple homepage
 MacBook Air (Series)

Pricecompare

Average Score: 84.08% - good

Average of 26 scores (from 34 reviews)

 

Reviews

88% Review Apple MacBook Air 11 Mid 2012 Subnotebook | Notebookcheck
Fresh Air. Cupertino's smallest notebook receives new components in Apple's mid 2012 update. Cornerstones of the new Macbook Air 11 are the Ivy Bridge processors, flash storage, an 11.6" display and new USB 3.0 ports. Have various Ultrabooks caused the air to get thinner?
70% Apple MacBook Air 11-inch (Mid 2012)
Source: PC Mag English Archive.org version
The MacBook Air 11-inch (Mid 2012) is a great laptop for writers. It's light at less than 2.5 pounds, and even if you cart along the AC adapter, you're still carrying less than 3 pounds. It's speedy enough for day to day use, and its keyboard is more comfortable to use than the virtual keyboard on a tablet. Unfortunately, ultrabooks like the Asus Zenbook Prime have caught up in features: the UX31A is imperceptibly heavier, yet has a larger 1080p screen and much more storage space on its SSD. Full blown business ultraportables like the Editors' Choice Lenovo ThinkPad X230 are better still at most tasks, including battery life and storage. The 11-inch MacBook Pro is best as a secondary laptop for when you need more than a tablet.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 08/21/2012
Rating: Total score: 70%
70% Apple MacBook Air 11-inch (Mid 2012)
Source: PC Mag English Archive.org version
The MacBook Air 11-inch (Mid 2012) is a great laptop for writers. It's light at less than 2.5 pounds, and even if you cart along the AC adapter, you're still carrying less than 3 pounds. It's speedy enough for day to day use, and its keyboard is more comfortable to use than the virtual keyboard on a tablet. Unfortunately, ultrabooks like the Asus Zenbook Prime have caught up in features: the UX31A is imperceptibly heavier, yet has a larger 1080p screen and much more storage space on its SSD. Full blown business ultraportables like the Editors' Choice Lenovo ThinkPad X230 are better still at most tasks, including battery life and storage. The 11-inch MacBook Pro is best as a secondary laptop for when you need more than a tablet.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 08/21/2012
Rating: Total score: 70%
80% Apple MacBook Air 11" (2012)
Source: Digital Versus English Archive.org version
Apple just couldn't let summer end without a new 11-inch MacBook Air. The 2012 version of the MacBook Air 11" has added processor power and battery life to the 2011 stock and is just as excellent of a deal in terms of size, capability and make. On the downside, it's still lacking in all the same areas: skimpy connectivity, problematic heat dissipation and an overly glossy display.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 08/03/2012
Rating: Total score: 80%
80% Apple MacBook Air 11" (2012)
Source: Digital Versus English Archive.org version
Apple just couldn't let summer end without a new 11-inch MacBook Air. The 2012 version of the MacBook Air 11" has added processor power and battery life to the 2011 stock and is just as excellent of a deal in terms of size, capability and make. On the downside, it's still lacking in all the same areas: skimpy connectivity, problematic heat dissipation and an overly glossy display.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 08/03/2012
Rating: Total score: 80%
90% Apple MacBook Air (11.6-Inch, 2012 Version) Review and Ratings
Source: Computer Shopper English Archive.org version
When we looked at the mid-2012 model of the larger-screened 13.3-inch MacBook Air, we were quick to point out that, impressive as it is, we've seen quite a few Windows ultrabooks with similar displays and internals but lower prices. But that's not so much the case with the smaller model. We've reviewed Asus' 2011 ZenBook UX21, but as of this writing, we haven't yet seen the Asus UX21A with its newer "Ivy Bridge" processor and backlit keyboard.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 07/16/2012
Rating: Total score: 90%
The 2012 MacBook Air (11 & 13-inch) Review
Source: AnandTech English Archive.org version
The MacBook Air is in its third iteration of the current design and it's tangibly better than the two that came before it. The 2010 (and older) models are just plain slow by comparison. Thanks to architectural, frequency and thermal improvements, one of the cores from a 2012 MacBook Air ends up being faster than two from a 2010 MBA. In other words, the 2012 models end up being more than twice as fast as the 2010 models in many of our CPU bound tests.
Comparison, online available, Long, Date: 07/16/2012
90% Apple MacBook Air (11.6-Inch, 2012 Version) Review and Ratings
Source: Computer Shopper English Archive.org version
When we looked at the mid-2012 model of the larger-screened 13.3-inch MacBook Air, we were quick to point out that, impressive as it is, we've seen quite a few Windows ultrabooks with similar displays and internals but lower prices. But that's not so much the case with the smaller model. We've reviewed Asus' 2011 ZenBook UX21, but as of this writing, we haven't yet seen the Asus UX21A with its newer "Ivy Bridge" processor and backlit keyboard.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 07/16/2012
Rating: Total score: 90%
The 2012 MacBook Air (11 & 13-inch) Review
Source: AnandTech English Archive.org version
The MacBook Air is in its third iteration of the current design and it's tangibly better than the two that came before it. The 2010 (and older) models are just plain slow by comparison. Thanks to architectural, frequency and thermal improvements, one of the cores from a 2012 MacBook Air ends up being faster than two from a 2010 MBA. In other words, the 2012 models end up being more than twice as fast as the 2010 models in many of our CPU bound tests.
Comparison, online available, Long, Date: 07/16/2012
90% Apple MacBook Air 11in (Mid-2012) review
Source: Tech Advisor English Archive.org version
Looking beyond our misgivings over the cheaper screen, the 2012 MacBook Air 11in is an improvement in every direction for the smallest and cutest Mac portable ever made.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 07/11/2012
Rating: Total score: 90% price: 80% performance: 90% features: 80% ergonomy: 90%
90% Apple MacBook Air 11in (Mid-2012) review
Source: Tech Advisor English Archive.org version
Looking beyond our misgivings over the cheaper screen, the 2012 MacBook Air 11in is an improvement in every direction for the smallest and cutest Mac portable ever made.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 07/11/2012
Rating: Total score: 90% price: 80% performance: 90% features: 80% ergonomy: 90%
80% MacBook Air 2012 review
Source: T3 English Archive.org version
In terms of performance and usability it's hard to fault the 2012 Apple MacBook Air. It may not have the sheer power of its MacBook Pro brethren, but it's hardly a slacker either with the third-generation Intel Core power making for a much slicker experience than last year's range.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 07/06/2012
Rating: Total score: 80%
80% MacBook Air 2012 review
Source: T3 English Archive.org version
In terms of performance and usability it's hard to fault the 2012 Apple MacBook Air. It may not have the sheer power of its MacBook Pro brethren, but it's hardly a slacker either with the third-generation Intel Core power making for a much slicker experience than last year's range.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 07/06/2012
Rating: Total score: 80%
90% Apple MacBook Air 11.6-inch (2012) Review
Source: Digital Versus English Archive.org version
After a year of releases from PC manufacturers, the MacBook Air remains the ultra-thin laptop that sets the standard for the industry. Its build quality, design, and value are difficult for any PC alternative to match. Most can rival the MacBook Air in one or two areas but don’t offer the complete package.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 07/03/2012
Rating: Total score: 90%
90% Apple MacBook Air 11.6-inch (2012) Review
Source: Digital Versus English Archive.org version
After a year of releases from PC manufacturers, the MacBook Air remains the ultra-thin laptop that sets the standard for the industry. Its build quality, design, and value are difficult for any PC alternative to match. Most can rival the MacBook Air in one or two areas but don’t offer the complete package.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 07/03/2012
Rating: Total score: 90%
80% Apple 2012 MacBook Air 11-inch Laptop PC
Source: Comp Reviews English Archive.org version
Apple's 2012 refresh of the MacBook Air 11 brings with it some significant improvements from the past base $999 model but this isn't the huge revision many had hoped for. The chassis is still the same extremely thin and light platform as before making it the smallest of the 11-inch laptops on the market. The changes instead are all internal with a newer Core i5 processor that gives a slight performance improvement and better graphics, 4GB of memory instead of 2GB and USB 3.0 ports.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 06/25/2012
Rating: Total score: 80%
80% Apple MacBook Air review (11-inch, Summer 2012)
Source: CNet English Archive.org version
Remember Netbooks and ultraportable laptops? Those 10- and 11-inchers were all the rage a few years ago, but thanks to the rise of larger-screened ultrabooks and smaller-screened tablets, they've been disappearing from the computer landscape. The new 11-inch MacBook Air is every bit as fast as the 13-inch Air, despite its smaller size, but you'll give up 2 hours of battery life in the bargain.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 06/25/2012
Rating: Total score: 80%
80% Apple 2012 MacBook Air 11-inch Laptop PC
Source: Comp Reviews English Archive.org version
Apple's 2012 refresh of the MacBook Air 11 brings with it some significant improvements from the past base $999 model but this isn't the huge revision many had hoped for. The chassis is still the same extremely thin and light platform as before making it the smallest of the 11-inch laptops on the market. The changes instead are all internal with a newer Core i5 processor that gives a slight performance improvement and better graphics, 4GB of memory instead of 2GB and USB 3.0 ports.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 06/25/2012
Rating: Total score: 80%
80% Apple MacBook Air review (11-inch, Summer 2012)
Source: CNet English Archive.org version
Remember Netbooks and ultraportable laptops? Those 10- and 11-inchers were all the rage a few years ago, but thanks to the rise of larger-screened ultrabooks and smaller-screened tablets, they've been disappearing from the computer landscape. The new 11-inch MacBook Air is every bit as fast as the 13-inch Air, despite its smaller size, but you'll give up 2 hours of battery life in the bargain.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 06/25/2012
Rating: Total score: 80%
90% MacBook Air Mid 2012 Review
Source: Hardwareheaven English Archive.org version
Looking first to the build quality of the new 2012 MacBook Air we have a device which very much looks and feels like the previous model. That isn't a bad thing though as the quality of that older model was top notch in many regards. We get a nice sturdy metal casing which is manufactured to a high standard. Each section fits the next perfectly and we noted no defects or imperfections on our model.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 06/19/2012
Rating: Total score: 90% price: 80% performance: 80% workmanship: 100%
90% MacBook Air Mid 2012 Review
Source: Hardwareheaven English Archive.org version
Looking first to the build quality of the new 2012 MacBook Air we have a device which very much looks and feels like the previous model. That isn't a bad thing though as the quality of that older model was top notch in many regards. We get a nice sturdy metal casing which is manufactured to a high standard. Each section fits the next perfectly and we noted no defects or imperfections on our model.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 06/19/2012
Rating: Total score: 90% price: 80% performance: 80% workmanship: 100%
90% Apple MacBook Air 11in 2012
Source: Reg Hardware English Archive.org version
This year’s MacBook Air hasn’t been reinvented in the same way as the MacBook Pro has. It’s essentially a housekeeping update that introduces Intel's Ivy Bridge platform and at long last brings in USB 3. Existing owners won’t need to rush out and upgrade, but this update should keep the MacBook Air competitive with all its Ultrabook rivals for the rest of this year.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 06/18/2012
Rating: Total score: 90%
90% Apple MacBook Air 11in 2012
Source: Reg Hardware English Archive.org version
This year’s MacBook Air hasn’t been reinvented in the same way as the MacBook Pro has. It’s essentially a housekeeping update that introduces Intel's Ivy Bridge platform and at long last brings in USB 3. Existing owners won’t need to rush out and upgrade, but this update should keep the MacBook Air competitive with all its Ultrabook rivals for the rest of this year.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 06/18/2012
Rating: Total score: 90%

Foreign Reviews

11 Zoll MacBook Air mit "Haswell" im Test
Source: HardwareLuxx German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 07/30/2013
11 Zoll MacBook Air mit "Haswell" im Test
Source: HardwareLuxx German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 07/30/2013
81% Das kleinste MacBook mit Ivy-Bridge-Power
Source: Chip.de German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 10/11/2012
Rating: Total score: 81% price: 80% performance: 83% features: 54% display: 68% mobility: 94% ergonomy: 95%
81% Das kleinste MacBook mit Ivy-Bridge-Power
Source: Chip.de German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 10/11/2012
Rating: Total score: 81% price: 80% performance: 83% features: 54% display: 68% mobility: 94% ergonomy: 95%
Test: 11" und 13" Apple MacBook Air
Source: HardwareLuxx German DE→EN Archive.org version
Comparison, online available, Medium, Date: 08/01/2012
Test: 11" und 13" Apple MacBook Air
Source: HardwareLuxx German DE→EN Archive.org version
Comparison, online available, Medium, Date: 08/01/2012
92% Test: Apple MacBook Air 11" Core i5 1.7 GHz 128GB (2012) "Ein Kilo Leistung, bitte!"
Source: Notebookinfo German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 06/22/2012
Rating: Total score: 92% performance: 85% display: 90% mobility: 90% ergonomy: 95% emissions: 90%
92% Test: Apple MacBook Air 11" Core i5 1.7 GHz 128GB (2012) "Ein Kilo Leistung, bitte!"
Source: Notebookinfo German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 06/22/2012
Rating: Total score: 92% performance: 85% display: 90% mobility: 90% ergonomy: 95% emissions: 90%
80% MacBook Air 11 pulgadas (mid 2012)
Source: MuyComputer Spanish ES→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 08/10/2012
Rating: Total score: 80%
80% MacBook Air 11 pulgadas (mid 2012)
Source: MuyComputer Spanish ES→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 08/10/2012
Rating: Total score: 80%
Поспели! Обзор ноутбуков Apple MacBook Air 11 и MacBook Air 13 образца 2012 года
Source: 3DNews.ru RU→EN Archive.org version
Comparison, online available, Medium, Date: 08/22/2012
Поспели! Обзор ноутбуков Apple MacBook Air 11 и MacBook Air 13 образца 2012 года
Source: 3DNews.ru RU→EN Archive.org version
Comparison, online available, Medium, Date: 08/22/2012

 

Apple MacBook Air 11 inch 2013-06 MD711D/A

First MacBook Air debuted in 2008 and was the world’s thinnest notebook. It also was the lightest notebook and it was light and small enough to fit into a document envelope for shipping.  This latest 2013 update of the MacBook Air 11 inch basically improves the performance and the battery life. With the latest Intel Core-i series, which consumes less power, the MacBook Air can run 9 hours on a single charge. With increased load, e.g. during iTunes movies, it still achieves 8 hours.

The aluminum body of the MacBook is sturdy and the LED backlit display does not differ too much from the predecessor. It is still equipped with a backlit keypad and a large glass trackpad that supports multi-touch gestures. If you like typing in the dark, the ambient light sensor will dim the keypad as the surrounding darkens. It is definitely a miss that Apple did not upgrade the screen to a retina display or touchscreen. However, the screen is still crispy clear and adequate for most everyday scenarios.

For less demanding consumers, the sleek design and ultraportable MacBook Air seems to fit the bill. Moreover the superb battery life will attract most executives on-the-move.

Specifications

Apple MacBook Air 11 inch 2013-06 MD711D/ANotebook: Apple MacBook Air 11 inch 2013-06 MD711D/A
Processor: Intel Core i5 4250U
Graphics Adapter: Intel HD Graphics 5000
Display: 11.60 inch, 16:9, 1366 x 768 pixels
Weight: 1.082kg
Price: 999 euro
Links: Apple homepage
 MacBook Air (Series)

Pricecompare

Average Score: 85.57% - good

Average of 28 scores (from 42 reviews)

 

Reviews

88% Review Apple MacBook Air 11 Mid 2013 i5 1.3 GHz 128 GB | Notebookcheck
A gentle breeze. Not a beat too late in the circannual rhythm, Apple updates their MacBook Air series. New on the inside: Current Haswell ULV processors. Out of keeping with the trend Apple themselves initiated, the new Air doesn't have a higher resolution display this time; the panel remains the same. Are the updates enough for the device to deserve to be called "new"?
80% Apple MacBook Air 11"
Source: Digital Versus English Archive.org version
So, we finally got around to testing the 2013 11" MacBook Air, with the brand-spanking new Mac OS Maverick. The 2013 edition of the 11" MacBook Air is a step up from the 2012 model in terms of battery life and heat dissipation. Unfortunately, the TN screen is still only so good and it has very few ports. For big-time Apple fans only.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 01/10/2014
Rating: Total score: 80%
80% Apple MacBook Air 11"
Source: Digital Versus English Archive.org version
So, we finally got around to testing the 2013 11" MacBook Air, with the brand-spanking new Mac OS Maverick. The 2013 edition of the 11" MacBook Air is a step up from the 2012 model in terms of battery life and heat dissipation. Unfortunately, the TN screen is still only so good and it has very few ports. For big-time Apple fans only.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 01/10/2014
Rating: Total score: 80%
The 2013 MacBook Air Review (11-inch)
Source: AnandTech English Archive.org version
I come away from the 11” Air with mixed feelings. The modern silicon and generally better specced 2013 model has turned the 11” Air into a far more well rounded notebook than it has been in the past, at least in base $999 form. Unfortunately, the rest of the picture isn’t as rosy.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 08/09/2013
The 2013 MacBook Air Review (11-inch)
Source: AnandTech English Archive.org version
I come away from the 11” Air with mixed feelings. The modern silicon and generally better specced 2013 model has turned the 11” Air into a far more well rounded notebook than it has been in the past, at least in base $999 form. Unfortunately, the rest of the picture isn’t as rosy.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 08/09/2013
90% Apple MacBook Air (11.6-inch, 2013 Version)
Source: Computer Shopper English Archive.org version
If you're buying a new 11.6-inch MacBook Air for the chief purpose of parading around town to let people know you have the latest and greatest Apple hardware, you may want to reconsider your decision. Ridiculously long battery life highlights the latest 11.6-inch MacBook Air, which boasts the same skinny yet sturdy aluminum unibody design you've come to know and love.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 07/23/2013
Rating: Total score: 90%
90% Apple MacBook Air (11.6-inch, 2013 Version)
Source: Computer Shopper English Archive.org version
If you're buying a new 11.6-inch MacBook Air for the chief purpose of parading around town to let people know you have the latest and greatest Apple hardware, you may want to reconsider your decision. Ridiculously long battery life highlights the latest 11.6-inch MacBook Air, which boasts the same skinny yet sturdy aluminum unibody design you've come to know and love.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 07/23/2013
Rating: Total score: 90%
Apple MacBook Air 11-inch 2013: Netbook with next-gen tech
Source: Reg Hardware English Archive.org version
The competition may be catching up, but the 2013 edition of the 11-inch MacBook Air remains a classy piece of kit. The Haswell update provides significant improvements in performance, graphics and battery life, and the premium prices charged for many Windows Ultrabooks means that it no longer looks over-priced when compared to its nearest rivals. It’s a shame that the 2013 update wasn’t a little more ambitious, but the 11-inch MacBook Air is still one of the most attractive ultraportable, netbook-size laptops currently available.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 07/17/2013
Apple MacBook Air 11-inch 2013: Netbook with next-gen tech
Source: Reg Hardware English Archive.org version
The competition may be catching up, but the 2013 edition of the 11-inch MacBook Air remains a classy piece of kit. The Haswell update provides significant improvements in performance, graphics and battery life, and the premium prices charged for many Windows Ultrabooks means that it no longer looks over-priced when compared to its nearest rivals. It’s a shame that the 2013 update wasn’t a little more ambitious, but the 11-inch MacBook Air is still one of the most attractive ultraportable, netbook-size laptops currently available.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 07/17/2013
80% Apple MacBook Air 11-inch (Mid 2013)
Source: PC Mag English Archive.org version
At $999, the Apple MacBook Air 11-inch (Mid 2013) is an attractive ultraportable. Still, for only $100 more, you can get the 13-inch MacBook Air with almost the same components, but with a larger screen and almost five more hours of battery life. We still recommend the 11-inch model for those who need portability more than any other factor, but the fact of the matter is that the 13-inch model is ultimately a better buy and continues as our Editors' Choice for mainstream ultraportable laptops.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 07/16/2013
Rating: Total score: 80%
80% Apple MacBook Air 11-inch (Mid 2013)
Source: PC Mag English Archive.org version
At $999, the Apple MacBook Air 11-inch (Mid 2013) is an attractive ultraportable. Still, for only $100 more, you can get the 13-inch MacBook Air with almost the same components, but with a larger screen and almost five more hours of battery life. We still recommend the 11-inch model for those who need portability more than any other factor, but the fact of the matter is that the 13-inch model is ultimately a better buy and continues as our Editors' Choice for mainstream ultraportable laptops.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 07/16/2013
Rating: Total score: 80%
90% Apple MacBook Air 11-inch (2013) review
Source: Pocket Lint English Archive.org version
Overall, there's a lot to love about the 11-inch MacBook Air. Although this 2013 update doesn't bring a change in design or display, it does bring a substantial performance boost. This may be a small form notebook, but there's plenty of power to tackle your daily computing needs. But overall, if you're after something light, portable and powerful, the the MacBook Air 11-inch still makes a great choice.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 07/15/2013
Rating: Total score: 90%
90% Apple MacBook Air 11-inch (2013) review
Source: Pocket Lint English Archive.org version
Overall, there's a lot to love about the 11-inch MacBook Air. Although this 2013 update doesn't bring a change in design or display, it does bring a substantial performance boost. This may be a small form notebook, but there's plenty of power to tackle your daily computing needs. But overall, if you're after something light, portable and powerful, the the MacBook Air 11-inch still makes a great choice.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 07/15/2013
Rating: Total score: 90%
Frame Rating: Comparing Haswell, Trinity and Richland Integrated Graphics
Source: PC Perspective English Archive.org version
The MacBook Air that we tested is by no means a gaming powerhouse for mobile users but it proved to be just as capable as any other Haswell notebook on the market that isn’t using discrete graphics. Considering its small size, its impressive battery life and overall design, you should definitely check out our review of the 11-in model to see if it makes senses as the best current Ultrabook. There is a lot more mobility GPU testing coming up soon at PC Perspective including a full review of the MSI GE40 notebook. We also found some interesting issues with the GTX 760M discrete GPU and Optimus technology that will be posted soon as well.
Comparison, online available, Very Long, Date: 07/08/2013
Frame Rating: Comparing Haswell, Trinity and Richland Integrated Graphics
Source: PC Perspective English Archive.org version
The MacBook Air that we tested is by no means a gaming powerhouse for mobile users but it proved to be just as capable as any other Haswell notebook on the market that isn’t using discrete graphics. Considering its small size, its impressive battery life and overall design, you should definitely check out our review of the 11-in model to see if it makes senses as the best current Ultrabook. There is a lot more mobility GPU testing coming up soon at PC Perspective including a full review of the MSI GE40 notebook. We also found some interesting issues with the GTX 760M discrete GPU and Optimus technology that will be posted soon as well.
Comparison, online available, Very Long, Date: 07/08/2013
100% Apple MacBook Air 11in review (2013 model)
Source: V3.co.uk English Archive.org version
Despite connectivity limitations, the design and raw power make the MacBook Air a worthwhile purchase for Apple fans or those looking for a change from the Windows platform. You can run any applications you'll need for business use, including Microsoft Office, and the trackpad and Mac OS X make the Air a pleasurable device to use. And the good news for first-time Air purchasers, is that they'll be getting extra battery life and storage space, still at the original 2011 price tag. So while the previous entry-level model would have set you back £849 for a 64GB, Intel Core i5 Ivy Bridge model with around three and a half hours of battery life, you can now get your hands on a 128GB model running Intel Haswell and offering around eight hours of juice for the same price. However, savvy buyers might want to wait until autumn to get their hands on a MacBook Air running Mavericks.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 07/04/2013
Rating: Total score: 100%
100% Apple MacBook Air 11in review (2013 model)
Source: V3.co.uk English Archive.org version
Despite connectivity limitations, the design and raw power make the MacBook Air a worthwhile purchase for Apple fans or those looking for a change from the Windows platform. You can run any applications you'll need for business use, including Microsoft Office, and the trackpad and Mac OS X make the Air a pleasurable device to use. And the good news for first-time Air purchasers, is that they'll be getting extra battery life and storage space, still at the original 2011 price tag. So while the previous entry-level model would have set you back £849 for a 64GB, Intel Core i5 Ivy Bridge model with around three and a half hours of battery life, you can now get your hands on a 128GB model running Intel Haswell and offering around eight hours of juice for the same price. However, savvy buyers might want to wait until autumn to get their hands on a MacBook Air running Mavericks.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 07/04/2013
Rating: Total score: 100%
80% Apple MacBook Air (11-inch, 2013) Review
Source: Laptop Mag English Archive.org version
Yes, its design may be getting long in the tooth, but the 11-inch MacBook Air still beats out the competition in the categories that matter. Its performance, aided by Intel's 4th-gen processor, tops that of other 11-inch ultraportables, the keyboard and touchpad remain excellent, and most importantly for an on-the-go notebook, this Air lasts nearly 9 hours on a charge.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 06/26/2013
Rating: Total score: 80%
80% Apple MacBook Air (11-inch, 2013) Review
Source: Laptop Mag English Archive.org version
Yes, its design may be getting long in the tooth, but the 11-inch MacBook Air still beats out the competition in the categories that matter. Its performance, aided by Intel's 4th-gen processor, tops that of other 11-inch ultraportables, the keyboard and touchpad remain excellent, and most importantly for an on-the-go notebook, this Air lasts nearly 9 hours on a charge.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 06/26/2013
Rating: Total score: 80%
MacBook Air 11" 2013 Review: From a Windows Perspective
Source: PC Perspective English Archive.org version
Overall, I am quite satisfied with the 2013 11” MacBook Air. I think it’s a great option for people who aren’t the most demanding of their notebook, but crave flexibility from size, weight, and long battery life. If you aren’t into OS X however, the battery life results are quite disappointing, and it is difficult to recommend this machine unless we see a fix.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 06/20/2013
80% 11-inch MacBook Air 2013 review
Source: Techradar English Archive.org version
The 2013 MacBook Air 11-inch takes Apple's ultra-portable notebook a significant step in the right direction, but it's by no means a great leap forward. It makes advances in some key areas, most notably graphics performance and faster flash, but these are partly held back by the slower CPUs. Many will bemoan the lack of a Retina display too, at least as an optional extra. But factor in the better battery life and improved Wi-Fi, and the 2013 MacBook Air is a clear win overall.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 06/20/2013
Rating: Total score: 80%
MacBook Air 11" 2013 Review: From a Windows Perspective
Source: PC Perspective English Archive.org version
Overall, I am quite satisfied with the 2013 11” MacBook Air. I think it’s a great option for people who aren’t the most demanding of their notebook, but crave flexibility from size, weight, and long battery life. If you aren’t into OS X however, the battery life results are quite disappointing, and it is difficult to recommend this machine unless we see a fix.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 06/20/2013
80% 11-inch MacBook Air 2013 review
Source: Techradar English Archive.org version
The 2013 MacBook Air 11-inch takes Apple's ultra-portable notebook a significant step in the right direction, but it's by no means a great leap forward. It makes advances in some key areas, most notably graphics performance and faster flash, but these are partly held back by the slower CPUs. Many will bemoan the lack of a Retina display too, at least as an optional extra. But factor in the better battery life and improved Wi-Fi, and the 2013 MacBook Air is a clear win overall.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 06/20/2013
Rating: Total score: 80%
85% A Mac with an iPad's battery life
Source: CNet English Archive.org version
We're living in a post-iPad age for PCs. Excellent battery life and supremely portable forms sometimes make me ask: why use a laptop, which has subpar battery life, at all? Apple’s new 11-inch Air goes a conservative route in 2013, emphasizing longer battery life and more affordable pricing over any big design changes. The battery boost alone might be worth it.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 06/17/2013
Rating: Total score: 85% performance: 80% mobility: 90%
85% A Mac with an iPad's battery life
Source: CNet English Archive.org version
We're living in a post-iPad age for PCs. Excellent battery life and supremely portable forms sometimes make me ask: why use a laptop, which has subpar battery life, at all? Apple’s new 11-inch Air goes a conservative route in 2013, emphasizing longer battery life and more affordable pricing over any big design changes. The battery boost alone might be worth it.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 06/17/2013
Rating: Total score: 85% performance: 80% mobility: 90%

Foreign Reviews

83% Lenovo IdeaPad U330 Touch (i5-4200U, 8GB RAM, 500GB HDD, 16GB SSD)
Source: Chip Test & Kauf - Heft 3/2014 German
Single Review, , Length Unknown, Date: 02/16/2014
Rating: Total score: 83%
83% Lenovo IdeaPad U330 Touch (i5-4200U, 8GB RAM, 500GB HDD, 16GB SSD)
Source: Chip Test & Kauf - Heft 3/2014 German
Single Review, , Length Unknown, Date: 02/16/2014
Rating: Total score: 83%
84% Apple MacBook Air 11.6" Core i5 1,3 GHz 128GB SSD (Sommer 2013)
Source: Computerbild - Heft 1/2014 German
Single Review, , Length Unknown, Date: 12/16/2013
Rating: Total score: 84%
84% Apple MacBook Air 11.6" Core i5 1,3 GHz 128GB SSD (Sommer 2013)
Source: Computerbild - Heft 1/2014 German
Single Review, , Length Unknown, Date: 12/16/2013
Rating: Total score: 84%
82% Kleiner, leichter Apfel
Source: Chip.de German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 07/17/2013
Rating: Total score: 82% price: 96% performance: 87% features: 67% display: 63% mobility: 100% ergonomy: 83%
82% Kleiner, leichter Apfel
Source: Chip.de German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 07/17/2013
Rating: Total score: 82% price: 96% performance: 87% features: 67% display: 63% mobility: 100% ergonomy: 83%
Zweipfundskerl – MacBook Air 11 mit hoher Leistung und langem Atem
Source: Notebookjournal German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 07/10/2013
Rating: performance: 90% features: 30% display: 70% mobility: 70% workmanship: 100% ergonomy: 50%
Zweipfundskerl – MacBook Air 11 mit hoher Leistung und langem Atem
Source: Notebookjournal German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 07/10/2013
Rating: performance: 90% features: 30% display: 70% mobility: 70% workmanship: 100% ergonomy: 50%
89% Notebooks im Vergleich: Praxistest Macbook Air
Source: Mac Welt - 8/13 German
Comparison, , Length Unknown, Date: 07/01/2013
Rating: Total score: 89%
Apple MacBook Air 11,6" 1,3GHz 256GB SSD (Sommer 2013)
Source: Mac & i - Heft 11/2013 German
Single Review, , Length Unknown, Date: 07/01/2013
89% Notebooks im Vergleich: Praxistest Macbook Air
Source: Mac Welt - 8/13 German
Comparison, , Length Unknown, Date: 07/01/2013
Rating: Total score: 89%
Apple MacBook Air 11,6" 1,3GHz 256GB SSD (Sommer 2013)
Source: Mac & i - Heft 11/2013 German
Single Review, , Length Unknown, Date: 07/01/2013
95% Mit 11,6 Zoll klein aber oho!
Source: Notebookinfo German DE→EN Archive.org version
Positive: compact configuration; low weight; high quality chassis; very good input device equipment
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 06/24/2013
Rating: Total score: 95%
95% Mit 11,6 Zoll klein aber oho!
Source: Notebookinfo German DE→EN Archive.org version
Positive: compact configuration; low weight; high quality chassis; very good input device equipment
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 06/24/2013
Rating: Total score: 95%
80% Review: Apple MacBook Air (2013)
Source: Computer Totaal Dutch NL→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 07/17/2013
Rating: Total score: 80%
80% Review: Apple MacBook Air (2013)
Source: Computer Totaal Dutch NL→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 07/17/2013
Rating: Total score: 80%
http://www.sweclockers.com/recension/17550-snabbtest-macbook-air-fokus-pa-batteritid
Source: SweClockers SV→EN Archive.org version
Comparison, online available, Short, Date: 10/03/2013
http://www.sweclockers.com/recension/17550-snabbtest-macbook-air-fokus-pa-batteritid
Source: SweClockers SV→EN Archive.org version
Comparison, online available, Short, Date: 10/03/2013

 

Apple MacBook Air 13 inch 2013 MD760D/A

There has never been more competition for the Apple MacBook Air line than there is now. But it is Apple's way to keep their designs standard for long periods of time, and thus, the Apple MacBook Air 13 inch 2013 MD760D/A looks almost exactly like the old version. With a weight of 1.35 kg, it remained slim and portable. One gripe about the design is the sharp edge where the palm rest is. Over time, this could lead to pain in the user's arms. It's the innards that got a makeover in the new Macbook Air 13. Latest Haswell architecture and better battery life are the highlights.

The basic configuration comes with the Intel Core i5 CPU, 128 GB Solid State Drive and 4 GB RAM. The graphics are handled by the integrated Intel HD 5000 IGP, which is good for most everyday tasks, aspiring gamers will have to stick to the lowest settings possible. Overall performance is good, and matches up to the competition in terms of specs. The glossy 16:10 display has a resolution of 1440x900 pixels. Those wanting Full HD or a touchscreen will have to take a look at the competitors. Battery life is where this machine pulls ahead of all the competition. This machine can easily last 6 hours of heavy use, which means that regular use will easily last a day. Overall, other than in the matter of battery life, the Apple MacBook Air 13 inch 2013 MD760D/A is falling to the back of the pack. The competition is ahead on some key areas, making this machine too expensive for what it offers.

Specifications

Apple MacBook Air 13 inch 2013 MD760D/ANotebook: Apple MacBook Air 13 inch 2013 MD760D/A
Processor: Intel Core i5 4250U
Graphics Adapter: Intel HD Graphics 5000
Display: 13.30 inch, 16:10, 1440 x 900 pixels
Weight: 1.35kg
Price: 1100 euro
Links: Apple homepage
 MacBook Air (Series)

Pricecompare

Average Score: 88.91% - very good

Average of 68 scores (from 96 reviews)

 

Reviews

87% Review Apple MacBook Air 13 Mid 2013 MD760D/A Subnotebook | Notebookcheck
Battery Life Extensions. Traditionally, Apple products have long product cycles and are only upgraded conservatively here and there. Thus, it does not come as a surprise that the MacBook Air 13 is the spitting image of its predecessor. In the following review, we will take a close look at what has changed on the inside.
80% Apple 2013 MacBook Air 11-inch
Source: Comp Reviews English Archive.org version
The updates to the 11-inch MacBook Air provide a very compelling reason for many to consider looking at an extremely portable laptop over a limited tablet system. The new processor provides it with battery life on par with many tablets. The upgraded storage also makes it a compelling option against the larger 13-inch. The big problem that plagues the Apple MacBook Air's is their dated screens.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 10/28/2013
Rating: Total score: 80%
80% Apple 2013 MacBook Air 11-inch
Source: Comp Reviews English Archive.org version
The updates to the 11-inch MacBook Air provide a very compelling reason for many to consider looking at an extremely portable laptop over a limited tablet system. The new processor provides it with battery life on par with many tablets. The upgraded storage also makes it a compelling option against the larger 13-inch. The big problem that plagues the Apple MacBook Air's is their dated screens.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 10/28/2013
Rating: Total score: 80%
83% Review: Apple MacBook Air 13in
Source: PC Authority English Archive.org version
This update sees the MacBook Air in world-beating form. Die-hard Windows users may prefer one of the many fine Ultrabooks or hybrids on the market – Windows 8 remains at its best with a touchscreen – but if style, speed and stamina matter more to you, the MacBook Air ticks every box.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 09/03/2013
Rating: Total score: 83%
83% Review: Apple MacBook Air 13in
Source: PC Authority English Archive.org version
This update sees the MacBook Air in world-beating form. Die-hard Windows users may prefer one of the many fine Ultrabooks or hybrids on the market – Windows 8 remains at its best with a touchscreen – but if style, speed and stamina matter more to you, the MacBook Air ticks every box.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 09/03/2013
Rating: Total score: 83%
100% Macbook Air review (13in 2013 model)
Source: V3.co.uk English Archive.org version
Despite connectivity limitations, the design and raw power make the MacBook Air a worthwhile purchase for Apple users or those looking for a change from the Windows platform. You can run any applications you'll need for business use, including Microsoft Office, and the trackpad and Mac OS X make the Air a pleasure to use. The good news for first-time Air purchasers, is that they'll be getting Intel Haswell-based models at a cheaper price than the 2012 MacBook Airs. However, savvy buyers might want to wait until autumn to get their hands on a MacBook Air running Mavericks.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 08/22/2013
Rating: Total score: 100%
100% Macbook Air review (13in 2013 model)
Source: V3.co.uk English Archive.org version
Despite connectivity limitations, the design and raw power make the MacBook Air a worthwhile purchase for Apple users or those looking for a change from the Windows platform. You can run any applications you'll need for business use, including Microsoft Office, and the trackpad and Mac OS X make the Air a pleasure to use. The good news for first-time Air purchasers, is that they'll be getting Intel Haswell-based models at a cheaper price than the 2012 MacBook Airs. However, savvy buyers might want to wait until autumn to get their hands on a MacBook Air running Mavericks.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 08/22/2013
Rating: Total score: 100%
80% 13-inch MacBook Air review
Source: Techradar English Archive.org version
Despite the swings-and-roundabouts benchmarking results, the new MacBook Air is a definite and significant step up from last year's release. The battery life is little short of incredible. Business travellers taking long flights and students who need it all day for lectures and then throughout the evening for writing an essay will love its all-day power. The faster graphics and quicker storage do much to compensate for the slower processors, but we wish Apple had at least matched the 2012 MacBook Air's clock speeds.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 08/10/2013
Rating: Total score: 80% price: 50% performance: 80% features: 80% workmanship: 80%
80% 13-inch MacBook Air review
Source: Techradar English Archive.org version
Despite the swings-and-roundabouts benchmarking results, the new MacBook Air is a definite and significant step up from last year's release. The battery life is little short of incredible. Business travellers taking long flights and students who need it all day for lectures and then throughout the evening for writing an essay will love its all-day power. The faster graphics and quicker storage do much to compensate for the slower processors, but we wish Apple had at least matched the 2012 MacBook Air's clock speeds.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 08/10/2013
Rating: Total score: 80% price: 50% performance: 80% features: 80% workmanship: 80%
80% Apple 13" MacBook Air 2013
Source: Digital Versus English Archive.org version
The 2013 MacBook Air 13" is faster when running Windows 8 than it is under Apple's OS X Mountain Lion. It also keeps some of the computer's original advantages such as the sound quality and thin, lightweight chassis. On the other hand, the battery life gets nearly halved and the screen's colours become far less accurate.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 08/09/2013
Rating: Total score: 80%
80% Apple 13" MacBook Air 2013
Source: Digital Versus English Archive.org version
The 2013 MacBook Air 13" is faster when running Windows 8 than it is under Apple's OS X Mountain Lion. It also keeps some of the computer's original advantages such as the sound quality and thin, lightweight chassis. On the other hand, the battery life gets nearly halved and the screen's colours become far less accurate.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 08/09/2013
Rating: Total score: 80%
90% Apple MacBook Air (2013)
Source: Good Gear Guide English Archive.org version
Apple’s newest, most powerful, and most refined MacBook Air finally reaches that ‘all-day-playback’ milestone that is so crucial for a portable device. It’s got enough battery life to last a full day of video, or even longer if you’re just browsing the Web or working. For the student or professional it’s a brilliant machine.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 08/05/2013
Rating: Total score: 90%
90% Apple MacBook Air (2013)
Source: Good Gear Guide English Archive.org version
Apple’s newest, most powerful, and most refined MacBook Air finally reaches that ‘all-day-playback’ milestone that is so crucial for a portable device. It’s got enough battery life to last a full day of video, or even longer if you’re just browsing the Web or working. For the student or professional it’s a brilliant machine.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 08/05/2013
Rating: Total score: 90%
Apple's Haswell-Powered 13-Inch MacBook Air
Source: Hot Hardware English Archive.org version
You can't look at what Apple was able to achieve with the current generation of MacBook Air products and not be impressed. From significantly improved graphics and file system performance, to dramatically longer battery life; you might say one of the top "Ultrabooks" on the market currently isn't actually an Ultrabook - it's a Mac.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 07/24/2013
Apple's Haswell-Powered 13-Inch MacBook Air
Source: Hot Hardware English Archive.org version
You can't look at what Apple was able to achieve with the current generation of MacBook Air products and not be impressed. From significantly improved graphics and file system performance, to dramatically longer battery life; you might say one of the top "Ultrabooks" on the market currently isn't actually an Ultrabook - it's a Mac.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 07/24/2013
Apple MacBook Air 13-inch 2013: Windows struggles in Boot Camp
Source: Reg Hardware English Archive.org version
Could Apple shrink the Air and keep the screen size or notch it up an inch or more? A full HD Air, anyone? There’s probably a good reason for this ongoing big borders arrangement – rigidity, antennas and suchlike – but I think it’s time for Apple to show some design innovation again rather than simply adding the 802.11ac Wi-Fi and tweaking the latest Intel chippery.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 07/15/2013
Apple MacBook Air 13-inch 2013: All’s well that Haswell
Source: Reg Hardware English Archive.org version
The new Air is a nice machine, but it offers nothing you can’t get now, or get soon, from Haswell-powered Ultrabooks: decent performance and a long battery life. SATA Express and 802.11ac are both standards World+Dog will soon implement. In short, choosing a skinny laptop is now simply a matter of whether you want Mac OS X or not.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 07/15/2013
Apple MacBook Air 13-inch 2013: Windows struggles in Boot Camp
Source: Reg Hardware English Archive.org version
Could Apple shrink the Air and keep the screen size or notch it up an inch or more? A full HD Air, anyone? There’s probably a good reason for this ongoing big borders arrangement – rigidity, antennas and suchlike – but I think it’s time for Apple to show some design innovation again rather than simply adding the 802.11ac Wi-Fi and tweaking the latest Intel chippery.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 07/15/2013
Apple MacBook Air 13-inch 2013: All’s well that Haswell
Source: Reg Hardware English Archive.org version
The new Air is a nice machine, but it offers nothing you can’t get now, or get soon, from Haswell-powered Ultrabooks: decent performance and a long battery life. SATA Express and 802.11ac are both standards World+Dog will soon implement. In short, choosing a skinny laptop is now simply a matter of whether you want Mac OS X or not.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 07/15/2013
100% MacBook Air 2013 (13-inch) review
Source: T3 English Archive.org version
The latest 13-inch Apple MacBook Air is as slick as ever: thrillingly lightweight, gorgeous-looking and now offering both speedy performance and considerable battery life. This laptop will last you 12 hours of internet- enabled usage before needing a recharge. For the ultimate in portablilty, the 11-inch model still reigns, though battery life can’t match this laptop. And if you have last year’s model, you may also be tempted to upgrade by the super-fast recovery from standby which is way faster than the few seconds it used to be. Overall, this is fast, lightweight and, thanks to a £50 price drop, excellent value.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 07/10/2013
Rating: Total score: 100%
100% MacBook Air 2013 (13-inch) review
Source: T3 English Archive.org version
The latest 13-inch Apple MacBook Air is as slick as ever: thrillingly lightweight, gorgeous-looking and now offering both speedy performance and considerable battery life. This laptop will last you 12 hours of internet- enabled usage before needing a recharge. For the ultimate in portablilty, the 11-inch model still reigns, though battery life can’t match this laptop. And if you have last year’s model, you may also be tempted to upgrade by the super-fast recovery from standby which is way faster than the few seconds it used to be. Overall, this is fast, lightweight and, thanks to a £50 price drop, excellent value.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 07/10/2013
Rating: Total score: 100%
80% Apple MacBook Air 13-inch review
Source: CNet English Archive.org version
The new 13-inch Apple MacBook Air is as thin and stunningly designed as ever, but it's now packing the latest Intel Haswell processor, giving a significant boost to battery life. Overall performance hasn't really improved though and the retina display is still absent.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 07/04/2013
Rating: Total score: 80%
80% Apple MacBook Air 13-inch review
Source: CNet English Archive.org version
The new 13-inch Apple MacBook Air is as thin and stunningly designed as ever, but it's now packing the latest Intel Haswell processor, giving a significant boost to battery life. Overall performance hasn't really improved though and the retina display is still absent.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 07/04/2013
Rating: Total score: 80%
100% Apple 13" MacBook Air
Source: Digital Versus English Archive.org version
With the 2013 MacBook Air 13", Apple has set a new record for battery life that truly crushes the competition. Fourteen and a half hours! Just think of the possibilities. On top of that, you have the same thin/lightweight body, quiet fan and quality manufacturing that made the previous MacBook Airs a success.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 06/28/2013
Rating: Total score: 100%
100% Apple 13" MacBook Air
Source: Digital Versus English Archive.org version
With the 2013 MacBook Air 13", Apple has set a new record for battery life that truly crushes the competition. Fourteen and a half hours! Just think of the possibilities. On top of that, you have the same thin/lightweight body, quiet fan and quality manufacturing that made the previous MacBook Airs a success.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 06/28/2013
Rating: Total score: 100%
90% Apple 13-Inch MacBook Air
Source: Wired Magazine English Archive.org version
WIRED Phenomenal battery life, over 12 hours in most conditions. Respectable performance thanks to Intel’s new Haswell processor. Same .68-inch thick, super light-chassis. Best keyboard and trackpad out there. Better networking performance with 802.11ac support. TIRED No Retina display yet. For some, lack of Ethernet port or optical drive may be a deal-breaker. Gets expensive once you max out the SSD and RAM.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 06/27/2013
Rating: Total score: 90%
90% Apple 13-Inch MacBook Air
Source: Wired Magazine English Archive.org version
WIRED Phenomenal battery life, over 12 hours in most conditions. Respectable performance thanks to Intel’s new Haswell processor. Same .68-inch thick, super light-chassis. Best keyboard and trackpad out there. Better networking performance with 802.11ac support. TIRED No Retina display yet. For some, lack of Ethernet port or optical drive may be a deal-breaker. Gets expensive once you max out the SSD and RAM.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 06/27/2013
Rating: Total score: 90%
100% Apple MacBook Air 13in (2013) review
Source: Stuff TV English Archive.org version
These days Apple doesn’t generally move in leaps and bounds; instead it offers incremental upgrades to its core line-up. It’s telling that the MacBook Air’s design has remained largely unchanged since its inception in 2008 - Cupertino obviously has confidence in the format, and it still feels luxurious and special, even against a whole bunch of new rivals.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 06/26/2013
Rating: Total score: 100% performance: 91% display: 91% workmanship: 100%
100% Apple MacBook Air 13in (2013) review
Source: Stuff TV English Archive.org version
These days Apple doesn’t generally move in leaps and bounds; instead it offers incremental upgrades to its core line-up. It’s telling that the MacBook Air’s design has remained largely unchanged since its inception in 2008 - Cupertino obviously has confidence in the format, and it still feels luxurious and special, even against a whole bunch of new rivals.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 06/26/2013
Rating: Total score: 100% performance: 91% display: 91% workmanship: 100%
90% Apple MacBook Air 13in (Mid-2013) review: true laptop longevity now available
Source: Tech Advisor English Archive.org version
The Apple MacBook Air (Mid-2013) really does provide all-day battery life. For that alone, it fully deserves to be top of the list for anyone looking for a workaday laptop, one that can reduce one of modern life’s stresses: that of wondering whether your computer will still be functional just when you need it. It’s just as fast as the previous model, more so actually in real-world use, and seals the deal with future-proofed faster Wi-Fi, more storage and a lower price than last year’s model. It’s an outstanding ultraportable among a mass of me-too ultrabook mediocrity.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 06/25/2013
Rating: Total score: 90% price: 90% performance: 80% features: 80% workmanship: 90%
90% Apple MacBook Air 13in (Mid-2013) review: true laptop longevity now available
Source: Tech Advisor English Archive.org version
The Apple MacBook Air (Mid-2013) really does provide all-day battery life. For that alone, it fully deserves to be top of the list for anyone looking for a workaday laptop, one that can reduce one of modern life’s stresses: that of wondering whether your computer will still be functional just when you need it. It’s just as fast as the previous model, more so actually in real-world use, and seals the deal with future-proofed faster Wi-Fi, more storage and a lower price than last year’s model. It’s an outstanding ultraportable among a mass of me-too ultrabook mediocrity.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 06/25/2013
Rating: Total score: 90% price: 90% performance: 80% features: 80% workmanship: 90%
83% Apple MacBook Air 13in (mid 2013) review
Source: PC Pro English Archive.org version
The lack of Retina might be a bit of a letdown, but in every other regard the MacBook Air is in world-beating form. Intel’s Haswell processors and the newly turbo-charged SSD deliver a welcome performance bump, and battery life has skyrocketed. Die-hard Windows users may still be better off with one of the several excellent Ultrabooks or hybrids on the market – there’s no question that Windows 8 is at its best with a touchscreen – but if beautiful build, good performance and all-day endurance are more crucial to you, the Apple MacBook Air 13in ticks every box.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 06/22/2013
Rating: Total score: 83% price: 83% performance: 83% features: 83% workmanship: 83%
MacBook Air 13-inch Review (mid-2013)
Source: Slashgear English Archive.org version
The 2013 MacBook Air 13 delivers what it promises: excellent battery life. As the MacBook Pro range became slimmer and more capable, not to mention introducing Retina resolution, some began to question the Air’s purpose in Apple’s range. We’ll certainly admit to being swayed by the high-pixel-density screens, though the knowledge that a Haswell upgrade is likely to come soon might delay us from buying one today.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 06/22/2013
83% Apple MacBook Air 13in (mid 2013) review
Source: PC Pro English Archive.org version
The lack of Retina might be a bit of a letdown, but in every other regard the MacBook Air is in world-beating form. Intel’s Haswell processors and the newly turbo-charged SSD deliver a welcome performance bump, and battery life has skyrocketed. Die-hard Windows users may still be better off with one of the several excellent Ultrabooks or hybrids on the market – there’s no question that Windows 8 is at its best with a touchscreen – but if beautiful build, good performance and all-day endurance are more crucial to you, the Apple MacBook Air 13in ticks every box.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 06/22/2013
Rating: Total score: 83% price: 83% performance: 83% features: 83% workmanship: 83%
MacBook Air 13-inch Review (mid-2013)
Source: Slashgear English Archive.org version
The 2013 MacBook Air 13 delivers what it promises: excellent battery life. As the MacBook Pro range became slimmer and more capable, not to mention introducing Retina resolution, some began to question the Air’s purpose in Apple’s range. We’ll certainly admit to being swayed by the high-pixel-density screens, though the knowledge that a Haswell upgrade is likely to come soon might delay us from buying one today.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 06/22/2013
90% Apple MacBook Air 13-inch 2013 review
Source: Trusted Reviews English Archive.org version
If you're after a light, slim yet capable laptop, we can't think of any reason not to. Indeed, once again the MacBook Air leads its Windows-based Ultrabook rivals by quite a distance. The Apple Macbook Air 13-inch 2013 is a fantastic update to an already excellent product. It’s a great time for existing owners to upgrade, and it sets the standard for all rivals to try to match.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 06/21/2013
Rating: Total score: 90% price: 90% performance: 80% features: 100% display: 80% mobility: 100% workmanship: 100% emissions: 90%
90% Apple MacBook Air 13-inch 2013 review
Source: Trusted Reviews English Archive.org version
If you're after a light, slim yet capable laptop, we can't think of any reason not to. Indeed, once again the MacBook Air leads its Windows-based Ultrabook rivals by quite a distance. The Apple Macbook Air 13-inch 2013 is a fantastic update to an already excellent product. It’s a great time for existing owners to upgrade, and it sets the standard for all rivals to try to match.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 06/21/2013
Rating: Total score: 90% price: 90% performance: 80% features: 100% display: 80% mobility: 100% workmanship: 100% emissions: 90%
100% MacBook Air 2013 (11-inch) review
Source: T3 English Archive.org version
However, in performance terms, it's comparable if-not-better than its heftier 13-inch MacBook Pro cousin. In short, we've come away thinking that the world's best laptop just got better. When OSX Mavericks is available for (a presumable) upgrade later in the year, introducing more portable iCloud features, it might make the decision for those teetering on the Windows 8/Mac fence much easier.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 06/20/2013
Rating: Total score: 100%
100% MacBook Air 2013 (11-inch) review
Source: T3 English Archive.org version
However, in performance terms, it's comparable if-not-better than its heftier 13-inch MacBook Pro cousin. In short, we've come away thinking that the world's best laptop just got better. When OSX Mavericks is available for (a presumable) upgrade later in the year, introducing more portable iCloud features, it might make the decision for those teetering on the Windows 8/Mac fence much easier.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 06/20/2013
Rating: Total score: 100%
80% Apple MacBook Air 13-inch Review
Source: Digital Trends English Archive.org version
The 13-inch Air’s new $1,100 starting price undercuts competitors like the ASUS Zenbook X31A-DH71 and Acer Aspire S7, but it puts Apple in an uncomfortable position. For the first time in years, the company is selling based on price rather than quality. Even with the price cut, the Air’s inferior display and merely adequate hard drive capacity hinder its overall value.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 06/19/2013
Rating: Total score: 80%
80% Apple MacBook Air 13-inch Review
Source: Digital Trends English Archive.org version
The 13-inch Air’s new $1,100 starting price undercuts competitors like the ASUS Zenbook X31A-DH71 and Acer Aspire S7, but it puts Apple in an uncomfortable position. For the first time in years, the company is selling based on price rather than quality. Even with the price cut, the Air’s inferior display and merely adequate hard drive capacity hinder its overall value.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 06/19/2013
Rating: Total score: 80%
80% Apple 2013 MacBook Air 13-inch Laptop PC
Source: Comp Reviews English Archive.org version
Apple made some interesting decisions on their most recent revision of the MacBook Air 13. Rather than changing the design, they decided to have the same look and disappointingly screen. Performance also remains roughly the same although the storage is noticeably faster.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 06/18/2013
Rating: Total score: 80%
80% Apple 2013 MacBook Air 13-inch Laptop PC
Source: Comp Reviews English Archive.org version
Apple made some interesting decisions on their most recent revision of the MacBook Air 13. Rather than changing the design, they decided to have the same look and disappointingly screen. Performance also remains roughly the same although the storage is noticeably faster.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 06/18/2013
Rating: Total score: 80%
80% Apple MacBook Air 13-inch
Source: IT Reviews English Archive.org version
Road warriors and jet travellers rejoice, we’ve found a laptop that will last all day and well into the night. Equipped with a fourth-generation Intel Core i5 processor, the latest MacBook Air 13-inch shows decent performance gains. But it's the ultraportable's over 15 hours of battery life that blows away the competition.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 06/16/2013
Rating: Total score: 80%
80% Apple MacBook Air 13-inch
Source: IT Reviews English Archive.org version
Road warriors and jet travellers rejoice, we’ve found a laptop that will last all day and well into the night. Equipped with a fourth-generation Intel Core i5 processor, the latest MacBook Air 13-inch shows decent performance gains. But it's the ultraportable's over 15 hours of battery life that blows away the competition.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 06/16/2013
Rating: Total score: 80%
90% Apple MacBook Air 13in (Mid-2013) review: true laptop longevity now available
Source: Tech Advisor English Archive.org version
The Apple MacBook Air (Mid-2013) really does provide all-day battery life. For that alone, it fully deserves to be top of the list for anyone looking for a workaday laptop, one that can reduce one of modern life’s stresses: that of wondering whether your computer will still be functional just when you need it. It’s just as fast as the previous model, more so actually in real-world use, and seals the deal with future-proofed faster Wi-Fi, more storage and a lower price than last year’s model. It’s an outstanding ultraportable among a mass of me-too ultrabook mediocrity.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 06/14/2013
Rating: Total score: 90% price: 90% performance: 80% features: 80% workmanship: 90%
90% Apple MacBook Air 13-inch (Mid 2013)
Source: PC Mag English Archive.org version
The MacBook Air 13-inch (Mid 2013) is the system you want to be using if you need to deliver real work away from your desk. The fact that it can return such a long battery life while still using a mainstream processor is astonishing. Make no mistake, this simple score shows that laptops haven't conceded the battery life prizes to the mobile OS tablets yet. The MacBook Air 13 is close, but not quite perfect, since it lacks a built in HDMI-out port and the slower-clocked processor returns slower multimedia performance on benchmark tests than rivals. That said, due to its excellent battery life, portability, and its very good day-to-day performance, we have no qualms in giving the Apple MacBook Air 13-inch (Mid 2013) the Editors' Choice for ultraportable laptops.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 06/14/2013
Rating: Total score: 90%
84% A familiar MacBook Air, but with an all-day battery
Source: CNet English Archive.org version
The new 2013 versions of both the 11-inch and 13-inch MacBook Air look very familiar indeed, as these slim systems have hardly changed at all physically over the past few generations. Apple keeps the latest MacBook Air updates on the inside, but greatly improved battery life and a less-expensive starting price make up for a lack of flashy design changes.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 06/14/2013
Rating: Total score: 84% performance: 80% mobility: 100%
90% Apple MacBook Air (13.3-inch, 2013 Version)
Source: Computer Shopper English Archive.org version
We can grumble about its mere 720p rather than 1080p resolution or its few extra ounces compared to the lightest ultrabooks, but we'd be doing you a disservice not to recommend the new MacBook Air if battery life matters to you, even if you think you're a Windows diehard.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 06/14/2013
Rating: Total score: 90%
90% Apple MacBook Air 13in (Mid-2013) review: true laptop longevity now available
Source: Tech Advisor English Archive.org version
The Apple MacBook Air (Mid-2013) really does provide all-day battery life. For that alone, it fully deserves to be top of the list for anyone looking for a workaday laptop, one that can reduce one of modern life’s stresses: that of wondering whether your computer will still be functional just when you need it. It’s just as fast as the previous model, more so actually in real-world use, and seals the deal with future-proofed faster Wi-Fi, more storage and a lower price than last year’s model. It’s an outstanding ultraportable among a mass of me-too ultrabook mediocrity.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 06/14/2013
Rating: Total score: 90% price: 90% performance: 80% features: 80% workmanship: 90%
90% Apple MacBook Air 13-inch (Mid 2013)
Source: PC Mag English Archive.org version
The MacBook Air 13-inch (Mid 2013) is the system you want to be using if you need to deliver real work away from your desk. The fact that it can return such a long battery life while still using a mainstream processor is astonishing. Make no mistake, this simple score shows that laptops haven't conceded the battery life prizes to the mobile OS tablets yet. The MacBook Air 13 is close, but not quite perfect, since it lacks a built in HDMI-out port and the slower-clocked processor returns slower multimedia performance on benchmark tests than rivals. That said, due to its excellent battery life, portability, and its very good day-to-day performance, we have no qualms in giving the Apple MacBook Air 13-inch (Mid 2013) the Editors' Choice for ultraportable laptops.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 06/14/2013
Rating: Total score: 90%
84% A familiar MacBook Air, but with an all-day battery
Source: CNet English Archive.org version
The new 2013 versions of both the 11-inch and 13-inch MacBook Air look very familiar indeed, as these slim systems have hardly changed at all physically over the past few generations. Apple keeps the latest MacBook Air updates on the inside, but greatly improved battery life and a less-expensive starting price make up for a lack of flashy design changes.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 06/14/2013
Rating: Total score: 84% performance: 80% mobility: 100%
90% Apple MacBook Air (13.3-inch, 2013 Version)
Source: Computer Shopper English Archive.org version
We can grumble about its mere 720p rather than 1080p resolution or its few extra ounces compared to the lightest ultrabooks, but we'd be doing you a disservice not to recommend the new MacBook Air if battery life matters to you, even if you think you're a Windows diehard.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 06/14/2013
Rating: Total score: 90%
MacBook Air review
Source: Engadget English Archive.org version
So, is this a case of a great thing getting even greater, or an aged product getting the bare-minimum upgrade required to keep it relevant? The truth lies somewhere in between, but it goes without saying that the MacBook Air isn't quite the straightforward "buy" that it has been in the past.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 06/13/2013
MacBook Air review
Source: Engadget English Archive.org version
So, is this a case of a great thing getting even greater, or an aged product getting the bare-minimum upgrade required to keep it relevant? The truth lies somewhere in between, but it goes without saying that the MacBook Air isn't quite the straightforward "buy" that it has been in the past.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 06/13/2013
Apple MacBook Air 13-inch (2013): Hands-on with the all-day laptop
Source: Pocket Lint English Archive.org version
We've got our hands on the 13-inch 2013 MacBook Air which we're now working on for a full review. But we thought we'd introduce you to this new model in the flesh. Externally, there's little change to the design of the 2013 MacBook Air. That's no bad thing, because it remains one of the best designed notebooks out there and we're happy to stick with the tried and tested formula.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 06/12/2013
Hands on: 2013 MacBook Air review
Source: Techradar English Archive.org version
The 2013 MacBook Air has got cheaper (for the 13-inch), faster and will last longer. It's an improvement on an already terrific laptop and, though we always love to see a new design, the only thing we'd like to see dramatically different is the screen resolution. The specification is stunning and we're really looking forward to seeing how it copes in our battery life and performance tests.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 06/12/2013
Apple MacBook Air 13-inch (2013): Hands-on with the all-day laptop
Source: Pocket Lint English Archive.org version
We've got our hands on the 13-inch 2013 MacBook Air which we're now working on for a full review. But we thought we'd introduce you to this new model in the flesh. Externally, there's little change to the design of the 2013 MacBook Air. That's no bad thing, because it remains one of the best designed notebooks out there and we're happy to stick with the tried and tested formula.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 06/12/2013
Hands on: 2013 MacBook Air review
Source: Techradar English Archive.org version
The 2013 MacBook Air has got cheaper (for the 13-inch), faster and will last longer. It's an improvement on an already terrific laptop and, though we always love to see a new design, the only thing we'd like to see dramatically different is the screen resolution. The specification is stunning and we're really looking forward to seeing how it copes in our battery life and performance tests.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 06/12/2013
80% Apple MacBook Air 13-inch (2013) Review
Source: Laptop Mag English Archive.org version
The MacBook Air 13-inch is a marathon runner of a notebook, offering all-day battery life in a design that's just as sleek and ergonomically perfect as before. For $1,099, you also get blazing fast flash memory and much improved graphics performance. The only thing missing is a sharper display, although the Air's screen is still as bright and colorful as before.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 06/11/2013
Rating: Total score: 80%
80% Apple MacBook Air 13-inch (2013) Review
Source: Laptop Mag English Archive.org version
The MacBook Air 13-inch is a marathon runner of a notebook, offering all-day battery life in a design that's just as sleek and ergonomically perfect as before. For $1,099, you also get blazing fast flash memory and much improved graphics performance. The only thing missing is a sharper display, although the Air's screen is still as bright and colorful as before.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 06/11/2013
Rating: Total score: 80%

Foreign Reviews

85% Apple MacBook Air 13.3" 1,3 GHz 256 GB SSD (Sommer 2013)
Source: Computerbild - Heft 2/2014 German
Single Review, , Length Unknown, Date: 12/16/2013
Rating: Total score: 85%
85% Apple MacBook Air 13.3" 1,3 GHz 256 GB SSD (Sommer 2013)
Source: Computerbild - Heft 2/2014 German
Single Review, , Length Unknown, Date: 12/16/2013
Rating: Total score: 85%
90% Apple Macbook Air 13 (2013) im Test
Source: PC Welt German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 08/22/2013
Rating: Total score: 90% performance: 94% features: 81% display: 87% mobility: 97% ergonomy: 90% emissions: 80%
90% Apple Macbook Air 13 (2013) im Test
Source: PC Welt German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 08/22/2013
Rating: Total score: 90% performance: 94% features: 81% display: 87% mobility: 97% ergonomy: 90% emissions: 80%
100% Apple MacBook Air 13,3" 1,3 GHz 128GB SSD (Sommer 2013)
Source: Connect - Heft 09/2013 German
Single Review, , Length Unknown, Date: 08/01/2013
Rating: Total score: 100%
100% Apple MacBook Air 13,3" 1,3 GHz 128GB SSD (Sommer 2013)
Source: Connect - Heft 09/2013 German
Single Review, , Length Unknown, Date: 08/01/2013
Rating: Total score: 100%
88% Knackt es tatsächlich die 12-Stunden-Marke
Source: Onlinekosten.de German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 07/11/2013
Rating: Total score: 88% performance: 87% features: 60% display: 93% mobility: 95% workmanship: 100% ergonomy: 80%
88% Knackt es tatsächlich die 12-Stunden-Marke
Source: Onlinekosten.de German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 07/11/2013
Rating: Total score: 88% performance: 87% features: 60% display: 93% mobility: 95% workmanship: 100% ergonomy: 80%
84% Schicke Schale, neuer Kern
Source: Chip.de German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 07/05/2013
Rating: Total score: 84% price: 94% performance: 87% features: 69% display: 77% mobility: 91% ergonomy: 89%
84% Schicke Schale, neuer Kern
Source: Chip.de German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 07/05/2013
Rating: Total score: 84% price: 94% performance: 87% features: 69% display: 77% mobility: 91% ergonomy: 89%
90% Notebooks im Vergleich: Praxistest Macbook Air
Source: Mac Welt - 8/13 German
Comparison, , Length Unknown, Date: 07/01/2013
Rating: Total score: 90% performance: 87% features: 70% ergonomy: 98%
Apple MacBook Air 13.3" 1,3 GHz 256 GB SSD (Sommer 2013)
Source: Mac & i - Heft 11/2013 German
Single Review, , Length Unknown, Date: 07/01/2013
90% Notebooks im Vergleich: Praxistest Macbook Air
Source: Mac Welt - 8/13 German
Comparison, , Length Unknown, Date: 07/01/2013
Rating: Total score: 90% performance: 87% features: 70% ergonomy: 98%
Apple MacBook Air 13.3" 1,3 GHz 256 GB SSD (Sommer 2013)
Source: Mac & i - Heft 11/2013 German
Single Review, , Length Unknown, Date: 07/01/2013
Frischluft – Neues MacBook Air 13 mit überragender Akkulaufzeit
Source: Notebookjournal German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 06/19/2013
Rating: performance: 90% features: 30% display: 70% mobility: 50% workmanship: 70% ergonomy: 50%
Frischluft – Neues MacBook Air 13 mit überragender Akkulaufzeit
Source: Notebookjournal German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 06/19/2013
Rating: performance: 90% features: 30% display: 70% mobility: 50% workmanship: 70% ergonomy: 50%
96% Apple MacBook Air 13" Intel Core i5 1.3 GHz 128GB (Mid 2013)
Source: Notebookinfo German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 06/15/2013
Rating: Total score: 96% performance: 100% display: 85% mobility: 100% ergonomy: 100% emissions: 92%
96% Apple MacBook Air 13" Intel Core i5 1.3 GHz 128GB (Mid 2013)
Source: Notebookinfo German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 06/15/2013
Rating: Total score: 96% performance: 100% display: 85% mobility: 100% ergonomy: 100% emissions: 92%
13 Zoll MacBook Air Mid 2013 im Test
Source: HardwareLuxx German DE→EN Archive.org version
Positive: still very good allround package Negative: competitors start to outperform Apple
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 06/30/2013
13 Zoll MacBook Air Mid 2013 im Test
Source: HardwareLuxx German DE→EN Archive.org version
Positive: still very good allround package Negative: competitors start to outperform Apple
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 06/30/2013
80% Apple MacBook Air 13.3" (MD761N/A)
Source: PCM Dutch NL→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 11/04/2013
Rating: Total score: 80%
80% Apple MacBook Air 13.3" (MD761N/A)
Source: PCM Dutch NL→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 11/04/2013
Rating: Total score: 80%
90% Apple Macbook Air 13 2013 : Increvable
Source: Erenumerique French FR→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 10/10/2013
Rating: Total score: 90%
90% Apple Macbook Air 13 2013 : Increvable
Source: Erenumerique French FR→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 10/10/2013
Rating: Total score: 90%
100% MacBook Air: le roi des ultraportables offre une autonomie record
Source: 01Net French FR→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 06/21/2013
Rating: Total score: 100%
100% MacBook Air: le roi des ultraportables offre une autonomie record
Source: 01Net French FR→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 06/21/2013
Rating: Total score: 100%
Не пора ли обновиться? Сравниваем новый MacBook Air 13 с прошлогодним
Source: 3DNews.ru RU→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 10/09/2013
Не пора ли обновиться? Сравниваем новый MacBook Air 13 с прошлогодним
Source: 3DNews.ru RU→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 10/09/2013
Обзор ультрабука 13" Apple MacBook Air 2013: ZOOM рекомендует
Source: Zoom RU→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Powerful processor; high autonomy; thin and light.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 07/11/2013
Обзор ультрабука 13" Apple MacBook Air 2013: ZOOM рекомендует
Source: Zoom RU→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Powerful processor; high autonomy; thin and light.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 07/11/2013
Обзор Apple Macbook Air: Ноутбук С Автономностью Планшета
Source: Hi-Tech Mail RU→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Aluminum material; good appearance; perfect touchpad; new Wi-Fi 802ac; long battery life; Negative: No card reader; screen resolution.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 06/26/2013
Обзор Apple Macbook Air: Ноутбук С Автономностью Планшета
Source: Hi-Tech Mail RU→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Aluminum material; good appearance; perfect touchpad; new Wi-Fi 802ac; long battery life; Negative: No card reader; screen resolution.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 06/26/2013
100% Test: Apple MacBook Air 13" (2013-utgaven)
Source: Dinside NO→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 06/24/2013
Rating: Total score: 100%
100% Test: Apple MacBook Air 13" (2013-utgaven)
Source: Dinside NO→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 06/24/2013
Rating: Total score: 100%
Snabbtest: Macbook Air – fokus på batteritid
Source: SweClockers SV→EN Archive.org version
Comparison, online available, Short, Date: 10/03/2013
Snabbtest: Macbook Air – fokus på batteritid
Source: SweClockers SV→EN Archive.org version
Comparison, online available, Short, Date: 10/03/2013

 

Apple MacBook Air 11 inch 2013-06 1.7 GHz 256 GB

Specifications

Apple MacBook Air 11 inch 2013-06 1.7 GHz 256 GBNotebook: Apple MacBook Air 11 inch 2013-06 1.7 GHz 256 GB
Processor: Intel Core i7 4650U
Graphics Adapter: Intel HD Graphics 5000
Display: 11.60 inch, 16:9, 1366 x 768 pixels
Weight: 1.082kg
Price: 1448.99 euro
Links: Apple homepage
 MacBook Air (Series)

Pricecompare

 

Reviews

88% Review Apple MacBook Air 11 inch Mid 2013 1.7 GHz 256 GB Subnotebook | Notebookcheck
Tough choice. You want to buy one of the new MacBook Air models? Good, so you have already made your decision. But some agonizing questions remain: i5 CPU or the more powerful i7 chip? 128 GB SSD or even the 256 GB drive? Our review should give you some assistance.

 

Apple MacBook Air 13 MD761D/B 2014-06

Once again Apple has come out with a revised version for the Macbook Air 13 in the middle of 2014. While design-wise nothing has changed, the hardware of the Macbook Air 13 has improved.

The Macbook Air 13 Mid 2014 MD761D/B now sports the latest Haswell processor, a 4th generation i5 clocked at 1.4 GHz, up from 1.3 GHz. It is coupled with 4 GB of RAM and a 256 GB SSD. While that's a lot of horsepower stuffed into its sleek and thin body, it's not a big improvement compared to the previous version. It features an integrated Intel HD 5000 GPU, which is a pretty solid card that can play newer games at low graphical settings.

This version actually retails at a slightly cheaper price compared to last year. And there is a higher-end version which comes with a 4th Generation i7 processor, double the memory and flash storage. It still uses a glossy display with 1440 x 900 resolution.

The biggest advantage of using a Macbook Air is the battery life, and it's no different here with this version. Its built-in 54Wh battery is claimed to give up to 12 hours of wireless web and up to 30 days of standby time. This version didn't improve its formula much from the last one but it’s slightly cheaper and still has all the advantages of a Macbook Air.

Specifications

Apple MacBook Air 13 MD761D/B 2014-06Notebook: Apple MacBook Air 13 MD761D/B 2014-06
Processor: Intel Core i5 4260U
Graphics Adapter: Intel HD Graphics 5000
Display: 13.30 inch, 16:10, 1440 x 900 pixels
Weight: 1.4kg
Price: 1199 euro
Links: Apple homepage
 MacBook Air (Series)

Pricecompare

Average Score: 84.33% - good

Average of 24 scores (from 40 reviews)

 

Reviews

86% Apple MacBook Air 13 MD761D/B 2014-06 Notebook Review Update | Notebookcheck
Heart transplant. The new Apple MacBook Air 13 Mid 2014 is once again an evolution instead of a revolution, because there are not many differences compared to the last version. We focus on the inner values. A new Intel Core i5-4260U Haswell CPU clocked at 1.4 GHz in combination with 4 GB RAM and a large 256 GB SSD. Sounds appealing.
Which Mac laptop? MacBook Air vs MacBook Pro comparative review
Source: Macworld.co.uk English Archive.org version
In 2013, when Apple reduced the price of the MacBook Pro with Retina display range, we stopped recommending the 13-inch MacBook Air on the basis that there was only £150 difference in price. As Apple has continued to drop prices we are still looking at just a £150 difference between the two ranges at the entry level. It's great to see Apple reducing prices across its MacBook ranges, but the lower prices of the MacBook Pro Retina range do have the effect of making the MacBook Air look less attractive in comparison. However, we still love the MacBook Air, which is lighter and thinner, although a fraction bigger than the MacBook Pro with Retina display. If it's the MacBook Air that you have your heart set on, you can't go wrong with it, but if you have a little more in your budget, then consider the MacBook Pro with Retina display because it's a really good deal in comparison.
Comparison, online available, Medium, Date: 08/14/2014
Which Mac laptop? MacBook Air vs MacBook Pro comparative review
Source: Macworld.co.uk English Archive.org version
In 2013, when Apple reduced the price of the MacBook Pro with Retina display range, we stopped recommending the 13-inch MacBook Air on the basis that there was only £150 difference in price. As Apple has continued to drop prices we are still looking at just a £150 difference between the two ranges at the entry level. It's great to see Apple reducing prices across its MacBook ranges, but the lower prices of the MacBook Pro Retina range do have the effect of making the MacBook Air look less attractive in comparison. However, we still love the MacBook Air, which is lighter and thinner, although a fraction bigger than the MacBook Pro with Retina display. If it's the MacBook Air that you have your heart set on, you can't go wrong with it, but if you have a little more in your budget, then consider the MacBook Pro with Retina display because it's a really good deal in comparison.
Comparison, online available, Medium, Date: 08/14/2014
100% MacBook Air 2014 review
Source: T3 English Archive.org version
We tried our best to find something to dislike about the new MacBook Air, but really, it’s hard to fault. The screen is still a stunner, it’s still the most premium-looking laptop around, and now it’s cheaper and a bit more powerful. The best just got better.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 06/30/2014
Rating: Total score: 100%
100% MacBook Air 2014 review
Source: T3 English Archive.org version
We tried our best to find something to dislike about the new MacBook Air, but really, it’s hard to fault. The screen is still a stunner, it’s still the most premium-looking laptop around, and now it’s cheaper and a bit more powerful. The best just got better.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 06/30/2014
Rating: Total score: 100%
83% Apple MacBook Air 13in (mid 2014) review
Source: PC Pro English Archive.org version
Make no bones about it: the MacBook Air is no longer the top dog in the thin-and-light laptop field. With the Yoga 2 Pro packing in a high-DPI display and a similar all-round specification for only 99p more, and no shortage of fine Windows 8 alternatives, the MacBook Air has some serious competition on its hands.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 06/24/2014
Rating: Total score: 83% price: 83% performance: 83% features: 67% workmanship: 67%
83% Apple MacBook Air 13in (mid 2014) review
Source: PC Pro English Archive.org version
Make no bones about it: the MacBook Air is no longer the top dog in the thin-and-light laptop field. With the Yoga 2 Pro packing in a high-DPI display and a similar all-round specification for only 99p more, and no shortage of fine Windows 8 alternatives, the MacBook Air has some serious competition on its hands.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 06/24/2014
Rating: Total score: 83% price: 83% performance: 83% features: 67% workmanship: 67%
100% Apple MacBook Air 13in (2014) review
Source: Stuff TV English Archive.org version
We were sort of expecting the new MacBook to be a letdown, after all very little has changed other than the price tag and the processor speed. Instead we’ve fallen in love with it all over again – it’s simply the best laptop we’ve ever seen. Admittedly the resolution is a bit old-hat, but right now we’d still rather have the extravagant battery life. Only time will tell if we’ll change our mind when the Retina version arrives…
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 05/26/2014
Rating: Total score: 100% performance: 70% display: 80% workmanship: 100%
100% Apple MacBook Air 13in (2014) review
Source: Stuff TV English Archive.org version
We were sort of expecting the new MacBook to be a letdown, after all very little has changed other than the price tag and the processor speed. Instead we’ve fallen in love with it all over again – it’s simply the best laptop we’ve ever seen. Admittedly the resolution is a bit old-hat, but right now we’d still rather have the extravagant battery life. Only time will tell if we’ll change our mind when the Retina version arrives…
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 05/26/2014
Rating: Total score: 100% performance: 70% display: 80% workmanship: 100%
80% Apple MacBook Air 13-inc
Source: BCW - Business Computing World English Archive.org version
The saving grace of the MacBook remains its outstanding battery life. We generally take manufacturer’s claims with a pinch of salt, but for routine tasks such as wordprocessing and occasional Web browsing the MacBook Air really does live up to Apple’s estimate of 12 hours of battery life. It may look a little old-fashioned, but the ability to get a full day’s work from a lightweight laptop such as this makes the MacBook Air an excellent choice for business travellers.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 05/21/2014
Rating: Total score: 80%
MacBook Air 13-inch: If you squint hard enough, you'll see a lesser-spotted Apple Price Cut
Source: Reg Hardware English Archive.org version
Many people will harp on about the dated display, but that £100 price cut will appeal to plenty of people who just want a lightweight laptop with good battery life. That should keep sales going for a few months yet, but this old dog needs to learn a few new tricks if it wants to keep its position as leader of the pack.
Single Review, online available, Length Unknown, Date: 05/21/2014
80% Apple MacBook Air 13-inc
Source: BCW - Business Computing World English Archive.org version
The saving grace of the MacBook remains its outstanding battery life. We generally take manufacturer’s claims with a pinch of salt, but for routine tasks such as wordprocessing and occasional Web browsing the MacBook Air really does live up to Apple’s estimate of 12 hours of battery life. It may look a little old-fashioned, but the ability to get a full day’s work from a lightweight laptop such as this makes the MacBook Air an excellent choice for business travellers.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 05/21/2014
Rating: Total score: 80%
MacBook Air 13-inch: If you squint hard enough, you'll see a lesser-spotted Apple Price Cut
Source: Reg Hardware English Archive.org version
Many people will harp on about the dated display, but that £100 price cut will appeal to plenty of people who just want a lightweight laptop with good battery life. That should keep sales going for a few months yet, but this old dog needs to learn a few new tricks if it wants to keep its position as leader of the pack.
Single Review, online available, Length Unknown, Date: 05/21/2014
60% MacBook Air 13 inch 2014 review
Source: Trusted Reviews English Archive.org version
If you care about screen quality above all other considerations then probably not. The MacBook Air's screen isn't bad, but it isn't good either: it's just deeply average. This will be enough to dismiss the MacBook Air in some eyes, but this doesn't tell the whole story. That's because everything else about the MacBook Air remains outstanding. Its design is still unmatched and the battery life is out of this world considering the base 13-inch Macbook Air only costs £850 now. This also means it's exceedingly good value, so much so that anyone who is 'platform neutral' will find it hard to consider anything else.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 05/20/2014
Rating: Total score: 60% price: 90% performance: 90% display: 60% mobility: 100% workmanship: 100% emissions: 90%
60% MacBook Air 13 inch 2014 review
Source: Trusted Reviews English Archive.org version
If you care about screen quality above all other considerations then probably not. The MacBook Air's screen isn't bad, but it isn't good either: it's just deeply average. This will be enough to dismiss the MacBook Air in some eyes, but this doesn't tell the whole story. That's because everything else about the MacBook Air remains outstanding. Its design is still unmatched and the battery life is out of this world considering the base 13-inch Macbook Air only costs £850 now. This also means it's exceedingly good value, so much so that anyone who is 'platform neutral' will find it hard to consider anything else.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 05/20/2014
Rating: Total score: 60% price: 90% performance: 90% display: 60% mobility: 100% workmanship: 100% emissions: 90%
80% Apple MacBook Air 13-inch
Source: Laptop Mag English Archive.org version
What was once a luxury ultraportable has become a bargain. For a reasonable $999, the MacBook Air boasts best-in-class battery life, fast performance and an excellent keyboard and touchpad. Plus, OS X Mavericks is easier to use and less of a hassle than Windows 8 when it comes to security updates. However, the flash storage on this Air isn't as speedy as that on the last model.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 05/19/2014
Rating: Total score: 80%
80% Apple MacBook Air 13-inch
Source: Laptop Mag English Archive.org version
What was once a luxury ultraportable has become a bargain. For a reasonable $999, the MacBook Air boasts best-in-class battery life, fast performance and an excellent keyboard and touchpad. Plus, OS X Mavericks is easier to use and less of a hassle than Windows 8 when it comes to security updates. However, the flash storage on this Air isn't as speedy as that on the last model.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 05/19/2014
Rating: Total score: 80%
100% 13in MacBook Air review, Apple's MacBook Air 2014 reviewed
Source: Macworld.co.uk English Archive.org version
As we anticipated Apple has reacted to the very minor price difference between the MacBook Pro with Retina display and the 2013 MacBook Air, by reducing the price by as much as £130. This means the whole MacBook Air line up is now under £1,000, which should serve to make it even more popular than it is currently. Unfortunately in some areas the 2014 Mac Air isn't quite as good as last year's model - the flash storage seems to be slower than it was in 2013. For this reason, if you can get a discounted 13in 2013 MacBook Air from the Apple refurb store, it is still be worth considering as an alternative to the newer 2014 model.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 05/15/2014
Rating: Total score: 100%
100% 13in MacBook Air review, Apple's MacBook Air 2014 reviewed
Source: Macworld.co.uk English Archive.org version
As we anticipated Apple has reacted to the very minor price difference between the MacBook Pro with Retina display and the 2013 MacBook Air, by reducing the price by as much as £130. This means the whole MacBook Air line up is now under £1,000, which should serve to make it even more popular than it is currently. Unfortunately in some areas the 2014 Mac Air isn't quite as good as last year's model - the flash storage seems to be slower than it was in 2013. For this reason, if you can get a discounted 13in 2013 MacBook Air from the Apple refurb store, it is still be worth considering as an alternative to the newer 2014 model.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 05/15/2014
Rating: Total score: 100%

Foreign Reviews

66% Mobilitäts-Highlight im 13-Zoll-Format
Source: Chip.de German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 11/26/2014
Rating: Total score: 66% price: 59% performance: 62% features: 44% display: 62% mobility: 91% ergonomy: 68%
66% Mobilitäts-Highlight im 13-Zoll-Format
Source: Chip.de German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 11/26/2014
Rating: Total score: 66% price: 59% performance: 62% features: 44% display: 62% mobility: 91% ergonomy: 68%
85% Apple MacBook Air 13,3" 1,4 GHz 256 GB SSD (Frühjahr 2014)
Source: Chip Test & Kauf - Heft Nr. 5/2014 German
Single Review, , Length Unknown, Date: 08/01/2014
Rating: Total score: 85%
85% Apple MacBook Air 13,3" 1,4 GHz 256 GB SSD (Frühjahr 2014)
Source: Chip Test & Kauf - Heft Nr. 5/2014 German
Single Review, , Length Unknown, Date: 08/01/2014
Rating: Total score: 85%
95% Jetzt fehlt nur noch das Retina Display
Source: Notebookinfo German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 07/01/2014
Rating: Total score: 95% performance: 100% display: 80% mobility: 100% ergonomy: 100% emissions: 92%
Apple MacBook Air 13,3" 1,4 GHz 256 GB SSD (Frühjahr 2014)
Source: Mac & i - Heft 04/2014 German
Single Review, , Length Unknown, Date: 07/01/2014
95% Jetzt fehlt nur noch das Retina Display
Source: Notebookinfo German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 07/01/2014
Rating: Total score: 95% performance: 100% display: 80% mobility: 100% ergonomy: 100% emissions: 92%
Apple MacBook Air 13,3" 1,4 GHz 256 GB SSD (Frühjahr 2014)
Source: Mac & i - Heft 04/2014 German
Single Review, , Length Unknown, Date: 07/01/2014
Review 2014 MacBook Pro versus MacBook Air: Apple-laptop aankoopadvies
Source: Computer Totaal Dutch NL→EN Archive.org version
Comparison, online available, Short, Date: 09/06/2014
Review 2014 MacBook Pro versus MacBook Air: Apple-laptop aankoopadvies
Source: Computer Totaal Dutch NL→EN Archive.org version
Comparison, online available, Short, Date: 09/06/2014
80% Apple MacBook Air 13" (2014)
Source: CNet France French FR→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 10/11/2014
Rating: Total score: 80%
80% Apple MacBook Air 13" (2014)
Source: CNet France French FR→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 10/11/2014
Rating: Total score: 80%
Обзор Apple MacBook Air 2014 года. Затишье перед бурей?
Source: Ferra.ru RU→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 06/04/2014
Обзор Apple MacBook Air 2014 года. Затишье перед бурей?
Source: Ferra.ru RU→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 06/04/2014
13-дюймовый ноутбук Apple MacBook Air (Early 2014)
Source: Ixbt RU→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Slim and stylish design; very good keyboard; very high quality audio system; Negative: Modest screen.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 07/02/2014
13-дюймовый ноутбук Apple MacBook Air (Early 2014)
Source: Ixbt RU→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Slim and stylish design; very good keyboard; very high quality audio system; Negative: Modest screen.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 07/02/2014
Яблоком в окно: как и зачем ставить Windows 7 на Apple MacBook Air 13" 2014
Source: Zoom RU→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Reliable; powerful; lightweight; energy-efficient.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 06/19/2014
Яблоком в окно: как и зачем ставить Windows 7 на Apple MacBook Air 13" 2014
Source: Zoom RU→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Reliable; powerful; lightweight; energy-efficient.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 06/19/2014
83% TEST: Apple MacBook Air 13" (2014-utgaven)
Source: Dinside NO→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 05/19/2014
Rating: Total score: 83%
83% TEST: Apple MacBook Air 13" (2014-utgaven)
Source: Dinside NO→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 05/19/2014
Rating: Total score: 83%
Apple MacBook Air 13'' 2014
Source: Itsvet HR→EN Archive.org version
The only innovation MacBook Air 2014 is bringing in is the new 1.4GHz Intel Core i5-4260 Haswell processor with 4GB of RAM and a 128GB SSD. The integrated Intel HD Graphics 5000 graphics is performing well, while in terms of connectivity, there is Bluetooth 4.0 and Wi-Fi 802.11ac, but LAN is lacking again. The new processor is more efficient and with a built-in 65Wh battery, we can expect 12hrs of autonomy, which is fantastic. Although apparently there are no major changes from the previous Air model, Apple retains its leading position in the Ultra Portable segment where it is difficult to find a better model of higher quality.
Positive: Aluminum case; extremely attractive design; slim; excellent screen ; very good performance; great autonomy . Negative: Glossy screen; no HDMI and LAN port.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 07/31/2014
Apple MacBook Air 13'' 2014
Source: Itsvet HR→EN Archive.org version
The only innovation MacBook Air 2014 is bringing in is the new 1.4GHz Intel Core i5-4260 Haswell processor with 4GB of RAM and a 128GB SSD. The integrated Intel HD Graphics 5000 graphics is performing well, while in terms of connectivity, there is Bluetooth 4.0 and Wi-Fi 802.11ac, but LAN is lacking again. The new processor is more efficient and with a built-in 65Wh battery, we can expect 12hrs of autonomy, which is fantastic. Although apparently there are no major changes from the previous Air model, Apple retains its leading position in the Ultra Portable segment where it is difficult to find a better model of higher quality.
Positive: Aluminum case; extremely attractive design; slim; excellent screen ; very good performance; great autonomy . Negative: Glossy screen; no HDMI and LAN port.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 07/31/2014

 

Apple MacBook Air 11 inch 2014-06 MD711LL/B

Look no further than the latest Apple MacBook Air if elegance, premium feel and functionality are your list. The 11 inch, MacBook Air MD711LLB comes with the 4th generation Intel Core i5 dual-core clocked at 1.4 GHz with Turbo Boost of up to 2.7 GHz. The screen is an 11.6 inch LED-backlit panel which makes viewing on the device a joy. It also comes with 4 GB LPDDR3 1600MHz RAM and Intel HD Graphics 5000 which makes the lightweight MacBook very much capable for everyday tasks.

As expected from Apple devices, the user interface is great. The Air features 128 GB flash memory storage and OS X Mavericks. In a good way, the design is similar to all previous versions with an all-aluminium chassis. Other hardware includes Thunderbolt digital video output, 20p FaceTime HD camera, 802.11 ac Wi-Fi and dual microphone.

The keyboard sports full-size backlit keys and an ambient light sensor. The most notable aspect of the Apple MacBook Air 11 inch 2014-06 MD711LLB is the battery life with up to 9 hours wireless web usage and 30 days standby time.

Specifications

Apple MacBook Air 11 inch 2014-06 MD711LL/BNotebook: Apple MacBook Air 11 inch 2014-06 MD711LL/B
Processor: Intel Core i5 4260U
Graphics Adapter: Intel HD Graphics 5000
Display: 11.60 inch, 16:9, 1366 x 768 pixels
Weight: 1.1kg
Price: 900 euro
Links: Apple homepage
 MacBook Air (Series)
 MacBook Air 11 inch 2014-06 MD711LL/B (Model)

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Average Score: 84.5% - good

Average of 10 scores (from 18 reviews)

 

Reviews

Dell XPS 13 vs. MacBook Air: A closer look at battery life
Source: PC World English Archive.org version
After trying to wrangle cross-platform battery testing and seeing how many variables can go into the tests, I've decided that the best we can say is battery life on X platform is better for Y task. So, I can say quite comfortably that playing 1080p MKV files using VLC, the XPS 13 gives you better battery life.
Comparison, online available, Very Short, Date: 02/09/2015
Which Mac laptop? MacBook Air vs MacBook Pro comparative review
Source: Macworld.co.uk English Archive.org version
In 2013, when Apple reduced the price of the MacBook Pro with Retina display range, we stopped recommending the 13-inch MacBook Air on the basis that there was only £150 difference in price. As Apple has continued to drop prices we are still looking at just a £150 difference between the two ranges at the entry level. It's great to see Apple reducing prices across its MacBook ranges, but the lower prices of the MacBook Pro Retina range do have the effect of making the MacBook Air look less attractive in comparison. However, we still love the MacBook Air, which is lighter and thinner, although a fraction bigger than the MacBook Pro with Retina display. If it's the MacBook Air that you have your heart set on, you can't go wrong with it, but if you have a little more in your budget, then consider the MacBook Pro with Retina display because it's a really good deal in comparison.
Comparison, online available, Medium, Date: 08/14/2014
Surface Pro 3 vs MacBook Air head-to-head review
Source: V3.co.uk English Archive.org version
Featuring a better display, upgradable storage and an advanced Surface Pen digital stylus, the Surface Pro 3 is the winner of this vs review. However, having matched the Surface Pro 3 in performance and battery life, and featuring a more user-friendly laptop design, the MacBook Air definitely gave Microsoft's latest hybrid a run for its money and still is a significantly better choice for users more familiar with Apple's platform.
Comparison, online available, Short, Date: 08/13/2014
80% Apple MacBook Air 11in (2014) review
Source: Stuff TV English Archive.org version
Even Apple's cheapest laptop is head and shoulders above most of its competitors, and in terms of build, battery life and usability the MacBook Air 11 is an all-round winner. It's also that most unusual of items: an Apple product which represents good value for money. That screen is really starting to show its age, though, so fingers crossed that Apple brings out an Air with Retina Display soon.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 06/28/2014
Rating: Total score: 80% display: 60% mobility: 80%
83% Apple's 11-inch MacBook Air laptop cuts price, boosts performance
Source: CNet English Archive.org version
The 2014 MacBook Air, like the largely similar 2013 version, is all about battery life and portability. This 11-inch laptop, nearly the size of an iPad, now lasts almost as long as one, too. It could tip the balance in favor of the 11 for some. For others, though, an iPad plus keyboard might have replaced this already.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 06/27/2014
Rating: Total score: 83% performance: 80% mobility: 90%
Surface Pro 3 vs MacBook Air comparison: Microsoft's new tablet is impressive, but can it really replace your laptop?
Source: Macworld.co.uk English Archive.org version
Overall, we take our hats off to Microsoft for its Surface Pro 3. It really does have specs that rival the MacBook Air and portability that brings it closer to competing tablets. But when it actually comes to using the Surface Pro 3 as a laptop, it's not the most comfortable of activities. We find the MacBook Air wonderful to work on for long periods of time, and with that lengthy battery life it's more suitable for full-day use.
Comparison, online available, Short, Date: 05/30/2014
90% Apple MacBook Air
Source: Computer Shopper English Archive.org version
The 2014 11-inch MacBook Air aptly demonstrates the truth of the age-old aphorism, "If it ain't broke, don't fix it." Last year's $999 model delivered spectacular battery life, solid performance, and a truly outstanding keyboard and touch pad—all packaged in a sleek aluminum chassis—for a price comparable to most Windows-based ultrabooks.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 05/27/2014
Rating: Total score: 90%
75% Apple MacBook Air 11-inch (2014) Review
Source: Notebookreview.com English Archive.org version
This is a niche device, suitable for Apple users that need both portability and power. While it’s tempting to compare it to other Ultrabooks, it actually has a lot in common with the Surface Pro 2, which has very similar specs and is built for a very specific type of Windows user. For the platform agnostic looking for thin, light, and powerful, the MacBook Air is certainly worth considering. Its “acceptable” display and other drawbacks make it tough to outright recommend over any and all competition.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 05/21/2014
Rating: Total score: 75%
100% 11in MacBook Air review, Apple's MacBook Air 2014 reviewed
Source: Macworld.co.uk English Archive.org version
With its lower price the 2014 11in MacBook Air is a great purchase. If you want the lightest laptop available there is no need to sacrifice power - the 11in MacBook Air is just as good as the 13in model. Unfortunately in some areas this year's model isn't quite as good as last year's model - the flash storage seems to be slower than it was in 2013. If you can get a discounted 11in 2013 MacBook Air from the Apple refurb store, it is still be worth considering as an alternative to the 2014 Mac Air model.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 05/15/2014
Rating: Total score: 100%
Review: 2014 MacBook Air (11-in)
Source: Gizmag English Archive.org version
If you already own the mid-2013 MacBook Air, then there's really no reason to consider this new model. The speed differences are far too subtle for you to even consider upgrading. And if you can find last year's model on the cheap, then I'd also recommend going that route. Save the money, and enjoy your shiny new 99 percent as good as this year's model MacBook Air.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 05/15/2014

Foreign Reviews

85% Apple MacBook Air 11.6" Intel Core i5-4260U, 1,4 GHz, 128GB SSD (Frühjahr 2014)
Source: Chip Test & Kauf - Heft 2/2015 German
Single Review, , Length Unknown, Date: 01/01/2015
Rating: Total score: 85%
73% Leiser Mobil-Mini
Source: Chip.de German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 09/09/2014
Rating: Total score: 73% price: 75% performance: 59% features: 33% display: 64% mobility: 97% ergonomy: 98%
81% Mini Update
Source: Chip.de German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 07/29/2014
Rating: Total score: 81% price: 71% performance: 80% features: 56% display: 68% mobility: 99% ergonomy: 85%
98% Apple MacBook Air 11,6" (Frühjahr 2014)
Source: Mac Easy - Heft 04/2014 German
Single Review, , Length Unknown, Date: 07/01/2014
Rating: Total score: 98%
Apple MacBook Air 11,6" 1,4 GHz 256 GB SSD (Frühjahr 2014)
Source: Mac & i - Heft 04/2014 German
Single Review, , Length Unknown, Date: 07/01/2014
Review: Apple Macbook Air 11” Early 2014
Source: Hispazone Spanish ES→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Lightweight and powerful. Negative: Poor display.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 07/16/2014
80% Apple MacBook Air 11" (2014)
Source: CNet France French FR→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 10/06/2014
Rating: Total score: 80%
Apple MacBook Air 2014 – много шума из ничего
Source: Notebook-Center.ru RU→EN Archive.org version
Positive: High quality display; good keyboard and touchpad; good autonomy.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 07/17/2014

 

Apple MacBook Air 13" Mid 2013

Specifications

Apple MacBook Air 13" Mid 2013Notebook: Apple MacBook Air 13" Mid 2013
Processor: Intel Core i7 4650U
Graphics Adapter: Intel HD Graphics 5000
Display: 13.30 inch, 16:10, 1440 x 900 pixels
Weight: 1.35kg
Links: Apple homepage
 MacBook Air (Series)

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Foreign Reviews

MacBook Air 13" 2014 - Recensione
Source: Techstation.it Italian IT→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Aluminum unibody; great portability; excellent colors and good brightness of the display; good autonomy. Negative: Mediocre resolution display; low capacity SSD.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 07/01/2014

 

Apple MacBook Air 13 inch 2015-03

The lightweight and portable Apple MacBook Air 13 inch 2015-03 is to some a benchmark of portable capability. Beautifully designed with smooth matte finish, curved edges and premium build quality, the Apple MacBook Air 13 inch 2015-03 is a pleasure to use. On board is a 13.3 inch LED-backlit widescreen display with a glossy finish. Colors are stunning and details are sharp providing an immersive feeling. The 1.35 kg laptop comes with an Intel Core i5 dual core processor clocked at 1.6 GHz, up to 8 GB of RAM, Intel HD Graphics 6000 GPU and up to 512 GB of flash storage. Users will have no problems performing everyday on-the-go tasks using the Apple MacBook Air 13 inch 2015-03, which looks stylish as a bonus. Other features on the laptop include two USB 3.0 ports, a Thunderbolt 2 port, Bluetooth 4.0, a FaceTime HD camera and an SDXC card slot. Typing on the Apple MacBook Air 13 inch 2015-03 is comfortable and it sports a full-size backlit keyboard. The device comes with OSX Yosemite delivering buttery smooth and fuss-free operation. Portability is only useful with good battery life and the Apple MacBook Air 13 inch 2015-03 delivers with an integrated 63.5 watt-hour Lithium-Polymer pack allowing up to 7 hours of wireless web usage.

Specifications

Apple MacBook Air 13 inch 2015-03Notebook: Apple MacBook Air 13 inch 2015-03
Processor: Intel Core i5 5250U
Graphics Adapter: Intel HD Graphics 6000
Display: 13.30 inch, 16:10, 1440 x 900 pixels
Weight: 1.4kg
Price: 1000 euro
Links: Apple homepage
 MacBook Air (Series)
 MacBook Air 13 inch 2015-03 (Model)

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Average Score: 82.25% - good

Average of 20 scores (from 25 reviews)

 

Reviews

80% Apple MacBook Air 13in
Source: It Pro English Archive.org version
The upgrades made to the MacBook Air this year are minor, meaning that those looking for an overhaul will be disappointed. While the rest of the recipe is great, we're still underwhelmed by the screen and this is an area that really needs attention. It's particularly concerning as the MacBook Pro continues to improve: the cheapest model with a Retina Display is £999 and has a more powerful processor.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 05/18/2016
Rating: Total score: 80%
80% Apple MacBook Air
Source: Computer Shopper English Archive.org version
So does the MacBook Air succeed in its new role as an everyday laptop? Well, you'll never confuse it for the $500 Toshiba Satellites or HP Pavilions down at Best Buy—even upstaged by the new MacBook, it remains a premium piece of engineering, with a hardware/software synergy that other vendors can only sigh after.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 11/04/2015
Rating: Total score: 80%
80% Apple MacBook Air 2015 review (13-inch): is this a better choice than the smaller MacBook?
Source: T3 English Archive.org version
The 2015 MacBook Air is unexciting and not as fashionable as it once was, but its excellent battery life, decent performance and good selection of ports make it worthy of your consideration for another year. Though it doesn’t quite pack the power of a Retina MacBook Pro, Intel’s latest processor and faster storage make it a genuinely nippy machine that handles day-to-day tasks with ease. For owners of compatible peripherals, Thunderbolt 2 is a useful addition.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 08/01/2015
Rating: Total score: 80%
80% 13-inch MacBook Air (early 2015) review
Source: Techradar English Archive.org version
Much faster storage and a better performing processor/graphics combo make this year's 13-inch MacBook Air a technically better machine than its predecessor, but unless you really need those gains it's not worth the upgrade. That's particularly so in the absence of any new features – such as the Retina MacBook Pro's Force Touch Trackpad.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 07/28/2015
Rating: Total score: 80%
80% Apple MacBook Air 13in
Source: It Pro English Archive.org version
One of the major feathers in the 2015 Macbook Air's cap is the upgrade to Intel's latest Broadwell processors. However, it may about to be overtaken. Performance and storage upgrades keep the already superb MacBook Air ticking over, but the low-resolution screen is starting to hold it back.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 07/16/2015
Rating: Total score: 80%
90% Only better with time
Source: Good Gear Guide English Archive.org version
The Apple MacBook Air is a rare case where time has worked in a notebook’s favour. Each rendition has seen its technology mature, and even its sore points are somehow redeemed, like how the low resolution of its screen is offset by excellent battery life. Standards today deem the Air not the thinnest, nor lightest notebook on the market.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 06/22/2015
Rating: Total score: 90%
80% Apple MacBook Air
Source: Laptop Mag English Archive.org version
The 2015 MacBook Air is a very good upgrade over last year's model. You get better performance and better battery life, all for $999. I also continue to like the comfortable keyboard and accurate touchpad, even though the Air lacks the new ForcePad. However, the notebook's design is due for an overhaul, and shoppers deserve a sharper and more colorful display.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 05/21/2015
Rating: Total score: 80%
80% Apple MacBook Air 13"
Source: Digital Versus English Archive.org version
The MacBook Air 2015 is still a great 13" ultrabook for those who absolutely must have a computer running Mac OS or very long battery life. For everybody else, we'd recommend you also look at the HP Spectre x360 and the Dell XPS 13, which are significantly cheaper for an equivalent configuration.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 05/15/2015
Rating: Total score: 80% performance: 60% display: 80% mobility: 80%
80% Apple 13-inch MacBook Air (early 2015) review
Source: PC Pro English Archive.org version
For all its good points – and several still remain – the 13in MacBook Air feels like a diminished force, and Apple’s reticence to update it with Force Touch or a much-needed Retina display says a lot about its future in the MacBook family. Say your goodbyes, for the 13in Apple MacBook Air looks to be ready for retirement.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 05/14/2015
Rating: Total score: 80%
82% Apple MacBook Air
Source: CNet English Archive.org version
While the MacBook Air no longer turns head like it once did, this remains a solid machine for work and play, and a staple of pretty much every airplane, coffee shop and conference room we've been in over the past few years. Some parts of the body are feeling ever more out of date when compared to the sharpest new laptop designs, especially the lower-res display and its thick screen bezel.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 05/06/2015
Rating: Total score: 82% performance: 80% mobility: 100%
80% The 2015 MacBook Air has unbeatable battery life and a superb build, but its lacklustre screen holds it back
Source: Expert Reviews English Archive.org version
Given that a sub-1kg 12in MacBook is on the way and the entry level MacBook Pro with Retina Display is just £150 more than the basic MacBook Air, the Air finds itself in an awkward position. It can still hold its own, though: the extra battery life compared to the MacBook Pro is a genuinely tempting prospect, as is the 200g difference in weight. We just wish the screen was better: 1,440x900 pixels in 2015 simply isn't enough.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 04/23/2015
Rating: Total score: 80%
80% 13-inch MacBook Air (early 2015) review: Minor upgrades, but still one of the finest ultraportable laptops available
Source: Macworld.co.uk English Archive.org version
After some extensive testing, we found the MacBook Air (13-inch, Early 2015) to be little different overall to the 2014 model. The Thunderbolt 2 update will prove useful for connecting to high-resolution UHD displays, and a few percent of added processor power is never unwelcome. But hoped-for improvements in graphics performance and battery longevity did not arise in our testing, in spite of a new Intel processor which was expected to shepherd benefits in both areas.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 04/22/2015
Rating: Total score: 80%
Which Mac laptop? MacBook Air vs MacBook Pro video comparison review, 13in Apple laptops compared
Source: Macworld.co.uk English Archive.org version
In 2013, when Apple reduced the price of the MacBook Pro with Retina display range, we stopped recommending the 13-inch MacBook Air on the basis that there was only £150 difference in price. As Apple has continued to drop prices we are still looking at just a £150 difference between the two ranges at the entry level. It's great to see Apple reducing prices across its MacBook ranges, but the lower prices of the MacBook Pro Retina range do have the effect of making the MacBook Air look less attractive in comparison
Comparison, online available, Long, Date: 04/20/2015
80% 13in MacBook Air
Source: It Pro English Archive.org version
The upgrades made to the MacBook Air this year are minor, meaning that those looking for an overhaul will be disappointed. While the rest of the recipe is great, we're still underwhelmed by the screen and this is an area that really needs attention. It's particularly concerning as the MacBook Pro continues to improve: the cheapest model with a Retina Display is £999 and has a more powerful processor.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 04/17/2015
Rating: Total score: 80%
80% Product Review – 2015 13-Inch MacBook Air
Source: On MSFT English Archive.org version
If a thin design and ultra-portability are what you are seeking when it comes to a laptop, the 13-inch MacBook Air will fit the bill nicely. It has great looks, durable construction, a decent number of ports and connectivity options, and a battery life that is quite impressive when compared to other devices on the market.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 04/08/2015
Rating: Total score: 80%
80% Apple MacBook Air 13in (2015) review
Source: Stuff TV English Archive.org version
Apple is scraping by just one more year with what is pretty much the same MacBook Air design as before. You get a new processor, new connectors and slightly improved battery life. But if you were waiting for the Retina MacBook Air, this is not it. The screen technology looks seriously dated at this point, especially when Apple packs such fantastic displays into its other MacBook ranges, so make sure searingly sharp images aren't too high on your priority list before buying.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 04/03/2015
Rating: Total score: 80%
80% Review: Apple MacBook Air 13 inch (2015)
Source: Gadgetguy English Archive.org version
If thin and light are the main things you’re looking at when it comes to a computer, it’s hard to look past Apple’s 2015 MacBook Air, even if the screen needs a bit of work. It has the looks, a solid design, enough ports, and a battery life that we wish other machines in its class neared, and now it has a system that stay cool under pressure.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 04/02/2015
Rating: Total score: 80% price: 80% performance: 90% features: 80% workmanship: 100%
Apple's 13-incher will STILL cost you a bomb: MacBook Air 2015
Source: Reg Hardware English Archive.org version
To be fair, the battery life of the MacBook Air is still hard to beat, and a more mass-market price tag would probably see the darn thing flying off the shelves again. But the bottom line is that it’s now an entry-level laptop with a mid-range price tag. Apple justifies its premium prices by delivering premium design, and on that score the MacBook Air, sadly, just doesn’t cut it anymore, but at least it has a choice of USB and Thunderbolt interfacing as standard.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 03/30/2015

Foreign Reviews

86% Apple MacBook Air 13,3" Core i5, 16 GHz, 128 GB SSD, 4 GB RAM (Frühjahr 2015)
Source: Computerbild - Heft 10/2015 German
Single Review, , Length Unknown, Date: 05/01/2015
Rating: Total score: 86% features: 83% display: 80%
Apple MacBook Air 13,3" Core i5, 1,6 GHz, 256 GB SSD, 4 GB RAM (Frühjahr 2015)
Source: c't - x 01-05-2015 German
Single Review, , Length Unknown, Date: 05/01/2015
87% Apple MacBook Air 13,3" Core i5, 1,6 GHz, 128 GB SSD, 4 GB RAM (Frühjahr 2015)
Source: Mac Welt - Heft 6/2015 German
Single Review, , Length Unknown, Date: 05/01/2015
Rating: Total score: 87%
100% Apple MacBook Air 2016 13,3'' Core i5 1,6GHz, 8GB, 128GB (NL) - Reviews
Source: Tweakers Dutch NL→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 04/23/2017
Rating: Total score: 100%
80% Apple MacBook Air 13 pouces (2015)
Source: CNet France French FR→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 05/28/2015
Rating: Total score: 80%
Обзор Apple MacBook Pro with Retina Display 13" Early 2015: иллюзорные кнопки
Source: 3DNews.ru RU→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 04/20/2015
13-дюймовый ноутбук Apple MacBook Pro Retina (Early 2015)
Source: Ixbt RU→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Excellent display; great design; good performance; excellent audio; very fast SSD and quiet operation. Negative: Weak gaming performance.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 04/23/2015

 

Apple MacBook Air 11 inch 2015-03

Specifications

Apple MacBook Air 11 inch 2015-03Notebook: Apple MacBook Air 11 inch 2015-03
Processor: Intel Core i5 5250U
Graphics Adapter: Intel HD Graphics 6000
Display: 11.00 inch, 16:9, 1366 x 768 pixels
Weight: 1.086kg
Price: 1000 euro
Links: Apple homepage
 MacBook Air (Series)

Pricecompare

Average Score: 79.2% - good

Average of 10 scores (from 14 reviews)

 

Reviews

86% Apple MacBook Air 11 (Early 2015) Notebook Review | Notebookcheck
Unchanged evergreen. Apple refreshes its MacBook Air-series with current Broadwell processors. This does improve the performance noticeably, but something is missing – innovation.
70% Review: Apple MacBook Air 11 inch (2015)
Source: Gadgetguy English Archive.org version
Still a great option for people in need of a decent battery and a couple of standard sized USB ports, the 11 inch MacBook Air is no longer the best ultra-light out there, and as such, it’s difficult to call this model out as something to buy. While the Air design and build are still second to none, the price of this computer isn’t far off where 13 inch machines normally sit, and you don’t even get a decent screen or a memory card slot to work with.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 02/09/2016
Rating: Total score: 70% price: 40% performance: 90% features: 40% workmanship: 100%
70% Review: Apple MacBook Air 11 inch (2015)
Source: Gadgetguy English Archive.org version
Still a great option for people in need of a decent battery and a couple of standard sized USB ports, the 11 inch MacBook Air is no longer the best ultra-light out there, and as such, it’s difficult to call this model out as something to buy. While the Air design and build are still second to none, the price of this computer isn’t far off where 13 inch machines normally sit, and you don’t even get a decent screen or a memory card slot to work with.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 02/09/2016
Rating: Total score: 70% price: 40% performance: 90% features: 40% workmanship: 100%
80% Apple 11-inch MacBook Air (early 2015) review
Source: PC Pro English Archive.org version
Yet, despite Apple’s attempts to hobble the Air’s appeal with a frugal smattering of upgrades, and growing pressure from a cast of able contenders, the 11in MacBook Air still delivers almost everything you could ask from an ultraportable. A dramatic facelift (or early retirement) is almost certainly due in the not-too-distant future – but for now, the 11in MacBook Air serves as a welcome reminder of what made Apple’s ultraportable so great in the first place.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 05/22/2015
Rating: Total score: 80%
80% Apple 11-inch MacBook Air (early 2015) review
Source: PC Pro English Archive.org version
Yet, despite Apple’s attempts to hobble the Air’s appeal with a frugal smattering of upgrades, and growing pressure from a cast of able contenders, the 11in MacBook Air still delivers almost everything you could ask from an ultraportable. A dramatic facelift (or early retirement) is almost certainly due in the not-too-distant future – but for now, the 11in MacBook Air serves as a welcome reminder of what made Apple’s ultraportable so great in the first place.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 05/22/2015
Rating: Total score: 80%
80% MacBook Air 11in (2015) review
Source: Stuff TV English Archive.org version
As with the MacBook Air 13in, the 11-inch 2015 MacBook Air is getting on a bit. Despite some important, useful updates, certain elements of the design and the screen hardware just aren’t up there with the best anymore. The Air 11 is cast in a particularly poor light arriving just before the 12in MacBook. For the tech nut, it may not be enough anymore.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 04/16/2015
Rating: Total score: 80%
80% MacBook Air 11in (2015) review
Source: Stuff TV English Archive.org version
As with the MacBook Air 13in, the 11-inch 2015 MacBook Air is getting on a bit. Despite some important, useful updates, certain elements of the design and the screen hardware just aren’t up there with the best anymore. The Air 11 is cast in a particularly poor light arriving just before the 12in MacBook. For the tech nut, it may not be enough anymore.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 04/16/2015
Rating: Total score: 80%
80% Apple MacBook Air (11-inch, Early 2015) review: A cautious upgrade, but battery life is superb
Source: Macworld.co.uk English Archive.org version
Available at the same price as last year, the new 11-inch MacBook Air has the same super-fast storage as before, and around 10 percent increase in processor performance. Gaming performance was always borderline, and now we find it no better and even fractionally slower. But overall battery runtime increased by almost a third in our tests, a very useful upgrade on the already very decent 10 hour-plus battery life of the previous generation.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 04/14/2015
Rating: Total score: 80%
80% Apple MacBook Air (11-inch, Early 2015) review: A cautious upgrade, but battery life is superb
Source: Macworld.co.uk English Archive.org version
Available at the same price as last year, the new 11-inch MacBook Air has the same super-fast storage as before, and around 10 percent increase in processor performance. Gaming performance was always borderline, and now we find it no better and even fractionally slower. But overall battery runtime increased by almost a third in our tests, a very useful upgrade on the already very decent 10 hour-plus battery life of the previous generation.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 04/14/2015
Rating: Total score: 80%
MacBook Air vs MacBook comparison: Which is the best lightweight Mac laptop?
Source: Macworld.co.uk English Archive.org version
For now it’s clear that the MacBook Air offers the better deal in terms of specs, presuming that you are looking for a light laptop – if weight isn’t an issue then there are even better options in the MacBook Pro range.
Comparison, online available, Short, Date: 04/09/2015
MacBook Air vs MacBook comparison: Which is the best lightweight Mac laptop?
Source: Macworld.co.uk English Archive.org version
For now it’s clear that the MacBook Air offers the better deal in terms of specs, presuming that you are looking for a light laptop – if weight isn’t an issue then there are even better options in the MacBook Pro range.
Comparison, online available, Short, Date: 04/09/2015

Foreign Reviews

86% Apple MacBook Air 11,6" Core i5, 1,6 GHz, 128 GB SSD, 4 GB RAM (Frühjahr 2015)
Source: Mac Welt - Heft 7/2015 German
Single Review, , Length Unknown, Date: 06/01/2015
Rating: Total score: 86%
86% Apple MacBook Air 11,6" Core i5, 1,6 GHz, 128 GB SSD, 4 GB RAM (Frühjahr 2015)
Source: Mac Welt - Heft 7/2015 German
Single Review, , Length Unknown, Date: 06/01/2015
Rating: Total score: 86%
Apple MacBook Air 11,6" Core i5, 1,6 GHz, 128 GB SSD, 4 GB RAM (Frühjahr 2015)
Source: c't - x 01-05-2015 German
Single Review, , Length Unknown, Date: 05/01/2015
Apple MacBook Air 11,6" Core i5, 1,6 GHz, 128 GB SSD, 4 GB RAM (Frühjahr 2015)
Source: c't - x 01-05-2015 German
Single Review, , Length Unknown, Date: 05/01/2015

 

Apple MacBook Air 13 inch 2015-03

The lightweight and portable Apple MacBook Air 13 inch 2015-03 is to some a benchmark of portable capability. Beautifully designed with smooth matte finish, curved edges and premium build quality, the Apple MacBook Air 13 inch 2015-03 is a pleasure to use. On board is a 13.3 inch LED-backlit widescreen display with a glossy finish. Colors are stunning and details are sharp providing an immersive feeling. The 1.35 kg laptop comes with an Intel Core i5 dual core processor clocked at 1.6 GHz, up to 8 GB of RAM, Intel HD Graphics 6000 GPU and up to 512 GB of flash storage. Users will have no problems performing everyday on-the-go tasks using the Apple MacBook Air 13 inch 2015-03, which looks stylish as a bonus. Other features on the laptop include two USB 3.0 ports, a Thunderbolt 2 port, Bluetooth 4.0, a FaceTime HD camera and an SDXC card slot. Typing on the Apple MacBook Air 13 inch 2015-03 is comfortable and it sports a full-size backlit keyboard. The device comes with OSX Yosemite delivering buttery smooth and fuss-free operation. Portability is only useful with good battery life and the Apple MacBook Air 13 inch 2015-03 delivers with an integrated 63.5 watt-hour Lithium-Polymer pack allowing up to 7 hours of wireless web usage.

Specifications

Apple MacBook Air 13 inch 2015-03Notebook: Apple MacBook Air 13 inch 2015-03
Processor: Intel Core i7 5650U
Graphics Adapter: Intel HD Graphics 6000
Display: 13.30 inch, 16:10, 1440 x 900 pixels
Weight: 1.365kg
Price: 1590 euro
Links: Apple homepage
 MacBook Air (Series)
 MacBook Air 13 inch 2015-03 (Model)

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Reviews

87% Apple MacBook Air 13 (2015) Notebook Review | Notebookcheck
New inner values. Apple's new MacBook Air 13 is even faster than previous models. But, not only the performance is a positive aspect. However, the flaws of the previous generations were, unfortunately, hardly improved.

 

Apple MacBook Air 13.3" 1.8 GHz (2017)

With WWDC came another refresh for some of Apple’s products, one of them being the 13.3-inch MacBook Air (mid 2017). While not a massive improvement, the mid-2017 model still remains a great choice for those who want to break into the Apple ecosystem without over-splurging. One of the most glaring “updates” to the system is the CPU. Though the Intel Core i5-5350U is not exactly new, the keyword here is update. As you might have noticed by now, Apple is referring to this model as just a refresh and not as new, so should users want something faster, it would be best to just skip to the pro line instead. In all honesty, apart from the faster processor, most of the hardware remains similar to the 2015 model, although the default memory configuration has been increased from 4GB of yesteryear to 8GB, which should keep day-to-day browsing, streaming, social and office tasks snappy. Because the design has remained the same as in 2015, all that can be mentioned is its all-aluminum unibody with the easily recognizable sleek design that still feels premium as it should. However, for users who are still rocking the Macbook Air from before 2015 and are looking for an upgrade, this might actually be worth the upgrade.

Moving along the checklist is the storage: While with the previous MacBooks one would have to contend with choosing either a hard disk or an SSD solution, these days the choice comes down to just storage capacity, namely the default 128GB, 256GB or the maximum capacity of 512GB. While the MacBook Air is mainly a budget line, if you are planning to carry a lot of digital content with you, it would be more than recommended to choose the maximum; otherwise, the 128GB default solution should suffice. Going over to the display, it is a 1440x900 pixel glossy LED panel, which may not be as crisp and smooth as the displays on the MacBook or the Pro lineup, but still remains quite bright and vibrant. Overall, the screen is not bad, since it actually sips less power with its conservative resolution. As for user input, the mid-2017 Air has a full-size backlit keyboard that remains quite comfortable to type on, and a Multi-Touch trackpad, which is about as good as it gets on an Apple Product. Finally, regarding battery life, Apple claims that it should keep the user going for up to 12 hours on a single charge, which remains quite impressive. To sum up, while the MacBook Air (mid 2017) may lack the retina screen of the MacBook and Pro lineup, it performs well as an entry-level Apple notebook, but should you want more, by all means, go for the Macbook Pro.

Hands-on article by Jagadisa Rajarathnam

Specifications

Apple MacBook Air 13.3" 1.8 GHz (2017)Notebook: Apple MacBook Air 13.3" 1.8 GHz (2017)
Processor: Intel Core i5 5350U
Graphics Adapter: Intel HD Graphics 6000
Display: 13.30 inch, 16:10, 1440 x 900 pixels
Weight: 1.35kg
Price: 1099 euro
Links: Apple homepage
 MacBook Air (Series)

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Average Score: 77% - good

Average of 28 scores (from 34 reviews)

 

Reviews

85.5% Apple MacBook Air 13 2017 Laptop (1.8 GHz) Review | Notebookcheck
There's life in the old dog yet. It might be hard to believe, but Apple's MacBook Air 13 (unibody aluminum design, 1.35 kg/~3 lb, 17 mm/~0.7 in, 13.3-inch, 1440 x 900) has just turned 7 years old. Once at the very forefront of the vanguard of Ultrabooks, it has now turned into a beloved grandpa.
Stop Buying the MacBook Air
Source: Linus Tech Tips English Archive.org version
The number one selling laptop on Amazon is currently the MacBook Air… from 2017. Guys, I know the logo is pretty, but please stop buying it.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 03/02/2020
Stop Buying the MacBook Air
Source: Linus Tech Tips English Archive.org version
The number one selling laptop on Amazon is currently the MacBook Air… from 2017. Guys, I know the logo is pretty, but please stop buying it.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 03/02/2020
80% MacBook Air review: is this a better choice than the smaller MacBook?
Source: T3 English Archive.org version
The MacBook Air is unexciting and not as fashionable as it once was, but its excellent battery life, decent performance and good selection of ports make it worthy of your consideration for another year... just about.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 01/24/2018
Rating: Total score: 80%
80% MacBook Air review: is this a better choice than the smaller MacBook?
Source: T3 English Archive.org version
The MacBook Air is unexciting and not as fashionable as it once was, but its excellent battery life, decent performance and good selection of ports make it worthy of your consideration for another year... just about.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 01/24/2018
Rating: Total score: 80%
80% Apple MacBook Air 13in (mid-2017) review: has Apple changed enough to stay on top?
Source: It Pro English Archive.org version
The 2017 upgrades to the MacBook Air are minor, so if you're looking for Apple to completely overhaul this device you may be a little disappointed. While the rest of the recipe is great, we're still underwhelmed by the screen and it's an area that could definitely do with a bit of attention.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 12/18/2017
Rating: Total score: 80%
80% Apple MacBook Air 13in (mid-2017) review: has Apple changed enough to stay on top?
Source: It Pro English Archive.org version
The 2017 upgrades to the MacBook Air are minor, so if you're looking for Apple to completely overhaul this device you may be a little disappointed. While the rest of the recipe is great, we're still underwhelmed by the screen and it's an area that could definitely do with a bit of attention.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 12/18/2017
Rating: Total score: 80%
80% MacBook Air review
Source: Techradar English Archive.org version
Apple's 13-inch MacBook Air now comes with much faster storage, better battery life and slightly improved performance in other areas. On the other hand, its display and design are beyond dated.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 10/16/2017
Rating: Total score: 80%
80% MacBook Air review
Source: Techradar English Archive.org version
Apple's 13-inch MacBook Air now comes with much faster storage, better battery life and slightly improved performance in other areas. On the other hand, its display and design are beyond dated.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 10/16/2017
Rating: Total score: 80%
80% MacBook Pro
Source: Trusted Reviews English Archive.org version
The 13-inch MacBook Pro is the best-designed laptop in the world, without question. Just consider whether you’re willing to pay for it.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 10/13/2017
Rating: Total score: 80% price: 70% performance: 70% display: 100% mobility: 90% workmanship: 90%
80% MacBook Pro
Source: Trusted Reviews English Archive.org version
The 13-inch MacBook Pro is the best-designed laptop in the world, without question. Just consider whether you’re willing to pay for it.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 10/13/2017
Rating: Total score: 80% price: 70% performance: 70% display: 100% mobility: 90% workmanship: 90%
70% Apple MacBook Air (13-inch, 2017) Review
Source: Laptop Mag English Archive.org version
The MacBook Air may be going gray (well, silver) as it ages, but we still love its long battery life, solid performance and safety-first MagSafe 2 power port. You also don't have to worry about schlepping any dongles to plug in peripherals. Two downsides, however, are that its display is stuck in the past decade, and it's up to a pound heavier than competitors.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 09/27/2017
Rating: Total score: 70%
70% Apple MacBook Air (13-inch, 2017) Review
Source: Laptop Mag English Archive.org version
The MacBook Air may be going gray (well, silver) as it ages, but we still love its long battery life, solid performance and safety-first MagSafe 2 power port. You also don't have to worry about schlepping any dongles to plug in peripherals. Two downsides, however, are that its display is stuck in the past decade, and it's up to a pound heavier than competitors.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 09/27/2017
Rating: Total score: 70%
80% Apple MacBook Air (2017) review
Source: Macworld.co.uk English Archive.org version
The 13-inch MacBook Air is Apple’s entry-level laptop, starting at £949 (US$999). It might lack the super-sharp Retina screen of the Macbook and MacBook Pro models but its display and performance is fine for most everyday uses. It boasts enough USB ports and other slots to make it more useful out of the box than the more limited, USB-C-only 12-inch MacBook or Pro. And its Wi-Fi is the same high standard as even the top-of-the-range MacBook Pro. If you need raw power go for the Pro. If you need the smallest Mac laptop there is, look at the 12-inch MacBook. But, all in all, despite it not changing much year after year we still love the MacBook Air for its design, price, size and features.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 09/06/2017
Rating: Total score: 80%
80% Apple MacBook Air (2017) review
Source: Macworld.co.uk English Archive.org version
The 13-inch MacBook Air is Apple’s entry-level laptop, starting at £949 (US$999). It might lack the super-sharp Retina screen of the Macbook and MacBook Pro models but its display and performance is fine for most everyday uses. It boasts enough USB ports and other slots to make it more useful out of the box than the more limited, USB-C-only 12-inch MacBook or Pro. And its Wi-Fi is the same high standard as even the top-of-the-range MacBook Pro. If you need raw power go for the Pro. If you need the smallest Mac laptop there is, look at the 12-inch MacBook. But, all in all, despite it not changing much year after year we still love the MacBook Air for its design, price, size and features.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 09/06/2017
Rating: Total score: 80%
70% Apple MacBook Air (2017) Review
Source: Computer Shopper English Archive.org version
The MacBook Air remains a fine piece of computing hardware, and there's a reason or ten that it has stuck around as long as it has. But unless you're dead-set on sticking to macOS, better options are available in this price range. And if you are a Mac die-hard and looking for an extremely light laptop, don't dismiss the impressive 2-pound Apple MacBook (2017)$1,299.00 at Apple Store. If anything, that current-generation MacBook, as well as the latest 13-inch MacBook Pros, feel more solid and well-built than the MacBook Air. If you aren't put off by their $300-higher starting prices, they may be worth paying more for, if you can get used to the keyboards and having only USB Type-C at your fingertips.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 08/24/2017
Rating: Total score: 70%
70% Apple MacBook Air (2017) Review
Source: Computer Shopper English Archive.org version
The MacBook Air remains a fine piece of computing hardware, and there's a reason or ten that it has stuck around as long as it has. But unless you're dead-set on sticking to macOS, better options are available in this price range. And if you are a Mac die-hard and looking for an extremely light laptop, don't dismiss the impressive 2-pound Apple MacBook (2017)$1,299.00 at Apple Store. If anything, that current-generation MacBook, as well as the latest 13-inch MacBook Pros, feel more solid and well-built than the MacBook Air. If you aren't put off by their $300-higher starting prices, they may be worth paying more for, if you can get used to the keyboards and having only USB Type-C at your fingertips.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 08/24/2017
Rating: Total score: 70%
80% Apple MacBook Air 13in (mid-2017) review: has Apple changed enough to stay on top?
Source: It Pro English Archive.org version
The upgrades made to the MacBook Air this year are minor, meaning that those looking for an overhaul will be disappointed. While the rest of the recipe is great, we're still underwhelmed by the screen and this is an area that really needs attention.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 08/18/2017
Rating: Total score: 80%
80% Apple MacBook Air 13in (mid-2017) review: has Apple changed enough to stay on top?
Source: It Pro English Archive.org version
The upgrades made to the MacBook Air this year are minor, meaning that those looking for an overhaul will be disappointed. While the rest of the recipe is great, we're still underwhelmed by the screen and this is an area that really needs attention.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 08/18/2017
Rating: Total score: 80%
78% Apple MacBook Air (2017) review:
Source: CNet English Archive.org version
The MacBook Air lives to fight another day, thanks to its mainstream price and long battery life, but this classic laptop is definitely in its twilight.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 08/17/2017
Rating: Total score: 78% performance: 80% mobility: 90% workmanship: 70%
78% Apple MacBook Air (2017) review:
Source: CNet English Archive.org version
The MacBook Air lives to fight another day, thanks to its mainstream price and long battery life, but this classic laptop is definitely in its twilight.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 08/17/2017
Rating: Total score: 78% performance: 80% mobility: 90% workmanship: 70%
70% Apple MacBook Air (2017)
Source: PC Mag English Archive.org version
The MacBook Air remains an excellent ultraportable choice for students and other macOS fans with basic computing needs, but despite killer battery life, it will disappoint power users with its low-resolution display and outdated processor.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 08/09/2017
Rating: Total score: 70%
70% Apple MacBook Air (2017)
Source: PC Mag English Archive.org version
The MacBook Air remains an excellent ultraportable choice for students and other macOS fans with basic computing needs, but despite killer battery life, it will disappoint power users with its low-resolution display and outdated processor.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 08/09/2017
Rating: Total score: 70%
80% Apple MacBook Air (mid 2017) review
Source: Macworld.co.uk English Archive.org version
The 13-inch MacBook Air is Apple’s entry-level laptop, starting at £949 (US$999). It might lack the super-sharp Retina screen of the Macbook and MacBook Pro models but its display and performance is fine for most everyday uses. It boasts enough USB ports and other slots to make it more useful out of the box than the more limited, USB-C-only 12-inch MacBook or Pro. And its Wi-Fi is the same high standard as even the top-of-the-range MacBook Pro. If you need raw power go for the Pro. If you need the smallest Mac laptop there is, look at the 12-inch MacBook. But, all in all, despite it not changing much year after year we still love the MacBook Air for its design, price, size and features.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 07/28/2017
Rating: Total score: 80%
80% Apple MacBook Air (mid 2017) review
Source: Macworld.co.uk English Archive.org version
The 13-inch MacBook Air is Apple’s entry-level laptop, starting at £949 (US$999). It might lack the super-sharp Retina screen of the Macbook and MacBook Pro models but its display and performance is fine for most everyday uses. It boasts enough USB ports and other slots to make it more useful out of the box than the more limited, USB-C-only 12-inch MacBook or Pro. And its Wi-Fi is the same high standard as even the top-of-the-range MacBook Pro. If you need raw power go for the Pro. If you need the smallest Mac laptop there is, look at the 12-inch MacBook. But, all in all, despite it not changing much year after year we still love the MacBook Air for its design, price, size and features.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 07/28/2017
Rating: Total score: 80%
MacBook Air finally gets a touchscreen, no thanks to Apple
Source: CNet English Archive.org version
You can preorder the AirBar for the 13-inch MacBook Air on the company's website, and it will soon be available through Amazon for $99. There's no planned international release yet, but that works out to roughly £75 or AU$130. The Windows version is already available for around $80.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 07/09/2017
MacBook Air finally gets a touchscreen, no thanks to Apple
Source: CNet English Archive.org version
You can preorder the AirBar for the 13-inch MacBook Air on the company's website, and it will soon be available through Amazon for $99. There's no planned international release yet, but that works out to roughly £75 or AU$130. The Windows version is already available for around $80.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 07/09/2017
80% Apple MacBook Air (mid 2017) review
Source: Macworld.co.uk English Archive.org version
The 13-inch MacBook Air is Apple’s entry-level laptop, starting at £949 (US$999). It might lack the super-sharp Retina screen of the Macbook and MacBook Pro models but its display and performance is fine for most everyday uses. It boasts enough USB ports and other slots to make it more useful out of the box than the more limited, USB-C-only 12-inch MacBook or Pro. And its Wi-Fi is the same high standard as even the top-of-the-range MacBook Pro. If you need raw power go for the Pro. If you need the smallest Mac laptop there is, look at the 12-inch MacBook. But, all in all, despite it not changing much year after year we still love the MacBook Air for its design, price, size and features.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 06/06/2017
Rating: Total score: 80%
80% Apple MacBook Air (mid 2017) review
Source: Macworld.co.uk English Archive.org version
The 13-inch MacBook Air is Apple’s entry-level laptop, starting at £949 (US$999). It might lack the super-sharp Retina screen of the Macbook and MacBook Pro models but its display and performance is fine for most everyday uses. It boasts enough USB ports and other slots to make it more useful out of the box than the more limited, USB-C-only 12-inch MacBook or Pro. And its Wi-Fi is the same high standard as even the top-of-the-range MacBook Pro. If you need raw power go for the Pro. If you need the smallest Mac laptop there is, look at the 12-inch MacBook. But, all in all, despite it not changing much year after year we still love the MacBook Air for its design, price, size and features.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 06/06/2017
Rating: Total score: 80%
80% MacBook Air review
Source: Techradar English Archive.org version
Apple's 13-inch MacBook Air now comes with much faster storage, better battery life and slightly improved performance in other areas. On the other hand, its display and design are beyond dated.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 06/05/2017
Rating: Total score: 80%
80% MacBook Air review
Source: Techradar English Archive.org version
Apple's 13-inch MacBook Air now comes with much faster storage, better battery life and slightly improved performance in other areas. On the other hand, its display and design are beyond dated.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 06/05/2017
Rating: Total score: 80%

Foreign Reviews

El injusto legado del MacBook Air
Source: Incognitosis Spanish ES→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Large battery capacity; comfortable keyboard; decent hardware.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 01/15/2018
El injusto legado del MacBook Air
Source: Incognitosis Spanish ES→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Large battery capacity; comfortable keyboard; decent hardware.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 01/15/2018
70% Apple MacBook Air (2017)
Source: CNet France French FR→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 08/25/2017
Rating: Total score: 70%
70% Apple MacBook Air (2017)
Source: CNet France French FR→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 08/25/2017
Rating: Total score: 70%

 

Comment

Apple: Apple is a US company founded in 1976 by Steve Jobs, Steve Wozniak and Ronald Wayne. Headquartered in Cupertino, California, the company is known for its innovative products such as the iPhone, iPad, Mac, and Apple Watch, and manufactures computers and consumer electronics as well as operating systems and application software. Apple is also a leading provider of software and services such as the App Store, iTunes and iCloud.

Apple has earned a reputation as a company that focuses on design and ease of use. As for their notebooks, they are mostly in the high-priced segment, have their own operating system, but also run Windows on the newer Macbooks.

Apple is one of the most valuable companies in the world and has a loyal following of customers and fans. The company also has a strong presence in the entertainment industry, with services like Apple Music and Apple TV+. In 2023, Apple had an approximate 8% market share of global PC sales, ranking it 4th after Lenovo, HP, and Dell.


These graphics cards are not suited for Windows 3D games. Office and Internet surfing however is possible.

Intel Graphics Media Accelerator (GMA) X3100: Intel Graphics Media Accelerator (GMA) X3100 is an integrated (onboard) graphic chip on a Mobile Intel 965GM chipset. It is the successor of GMA 950 and features a fully programmable pipeline (supports Aero Glass fully and DirectX 10 with newest drivers). The peformance of the X3100 is clearly better than the GMA 950, still demanding modern games won't run fluently.

Only some 3D games with very low demands are playable with these cards.

NVIDIA GeForce 9400M (G) / ION (LE): Integrated (shared Memory) graphics adapter. Built in in current MacBook, MacBook Pro, and MacBook Air laptops and also used in the ION (LE) platform for netbooks. Also called GeForce 9400M G. Fastest available motherboard GPU (in 2009). Integrated PureVideo HD (VP3) video processor to decode HD videos with the GPU.

NVIDIA GeForce 320M: Integrated chipset graphics card based on the GT216 core (e.g. GeForce GT 325M) but without dedicated memory. Supports Core 2 Duo processors.

Intel HD Graphics 3000: Integrated graphics card in the Intel Sandy Bridge processors (Core ix-2xxx). The HD 3000 is the faster (internally GT2 called) version with 12 Execution Units (EUs).

Non demanding games should be playable with these graphics cards.

Intel HD Graphics 4000: Processor graphics card in the high end Ivy Bridge models. Offers a different clock speed in the different CPU models (ULV to desktop quad core) and therefore a different performance.

Intel HD Graphics 5000:

ULV integrated GPU (GT3) with 40 EUs (no eDRAM) found on certain Haswell processors.

Intel HD Graphics 6000: Integrated graphics card (GT3) in the Core processors of the Boradwell U-series (15 W TDP). 

» Further information can be found in our Comparison of Mobile Graphics Cards and the corresponding Benchmark List.


Intel Core 2 Duo: This is the Core Duo and Core Solo successor with a longer pipeline and 5-20% more speed without more power consumption. As an addition to the Core Duo design there exists a fourth decoder, an amplified SSE-unit and an additional arithmetical logical unit (ALU).

The Core 2 Duo for laptops is identical to the desktop Core 2 Duo processors but the notebook-processors work with lower voltages (0.95 to 1188 Volt) and a lower Frontside bus clock (1066 vs 667 MHz). The performance of equally clocked notebooks is 20-25% lower than Desktop PCs because of the lower Frontside bus clock and the slower hard disks.

SP7500: Low power Core 2 Duo based on the Merom core that was used in the MacBook Air (but due to throttling could not show the full performance).

SL9600: Low Power Core 2 Duo chip with a large 6MB level 2 cache and therefore potentially good performance per MHz (but beware of Throttling in the MacBook Air).

SU9400:

Power efficient low voltage processor based on the Penryn 3M core that features all Penryn functions like Virtualization and Trusted Execution.

SL9400: Power saving Low Voltage CPU featuring a large Level 2 Cache of 6MB. Therefore, the performance is better than other 1.86 GHz Core 2 Duo (with usually 1-3MB Level 2 Cache).

Intel Core i5:

2557M: Power saving ULV processor clocked at 1.7-2.7 GHz due to Turbo Boost. Offers an integrated HD 3000 clocked at slow 350 / 1200 MHz and a DDR3-1333 memory controller.

2467M: Power saving ULV processor clocked at 1.6-2.3 GHz due to Turbo boost. Offers an integrated HD 3000 clocked at slow 350 / 1150 MHz and a DDR3-1333 memory controller.

3427U: Fast Ivy-Bridge-based ULV-CPU in Q2 2012. Offers a core clock of 1.8 - 2.8 GHz and an HD 4000 GPU (350 - 1150 MHz). The TDP is rated at 17 W.

3317U: Ivy-Bridge-based ULV-CPU in Q2 2012. Offers a core clock of 1.7 - 2.6 GHz and an HD 4000 GPU (350 - 1050 MHz). The TDP is rated at 17 W.

4250U:

Haswell-based ULV dual-core processor clocked at 1.3 GHz with Turbo Boost support up to 2.6 GHz. Offers an integrated HD Graphics 5000 and a dual-channel DDR3 memory controller.

4260U: Haswell-based ULV dual-core processor clocked at 1.4 GHz with Turbo Boost support up to 2.7 GHz. Offers an integrated HD Graphics 5000 and a dual-channel DDR3 memory controller.

5250U: Broadwell-based ULV (ultra low voltage) dual-core processor for notebooks and ultrabooks. Offers an integrated HD Graphics 6000 GPU and is manufactured in 14 nm.

5350U: Broadwell-based ULV (ultra low voltage) dual-core processor for notebooks and ultrabooks. Offers an integrated HD Graphics 6000 GPU and is manufactured in 14 nm.

Intel Core i7: The Intel Core i7 for laptops is based on the LG1156 Core i5/i7 CPU for desktops. The base clock speed of the CPUs is relatively low, but because of a huge Turbo mode, the cores can dynamically overclock to up to 3.2 GHz (920XM). Therefore, the CPU can be as fast as high clocked dual-core CPUs (using single threaded applications) but still offer the advantage of 4 cores. Because of the large TDP of 45 W / 55 W, the CPU is only intended for large laptops.  

4650U:

A Haswell-based ULV dual-core processor clocked at 1.7 GHz with Turbo Boost support up to 3.3 GHz. Offers an integrated HD Graphics 5000 and a dual-channel DDR3 memory controller.

5650U: Broadwell-based ULV (ultra low voltage) dual-core processor for notebooks and ultrabooks. Offers an integrated HD Graphics 6000 GPU and is manufactured in 14 nm.

» Further information can be found in our Comparison of Mobile Processsors.


» To find out how fine a display is, see our DPI List.


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83.23%: This rating is slightly above average, there are somewhat more devices with worse ratings. However, clear purchase recommendations look different.

» Further information can be found in our Notebook Purchase Guide.

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Iris Plus Graphics G7 (Ice Lake 64 EU), Ice Lake i5-1038NG7, 13.30", 1.384 kg
Apple MacBook Air 2020 i7
Iris Plus Graphics G7 (Ice Lake 64 EU), Ice Lake i7-1060NG7, 13.30", 1.29 kg
Apple MacBook Air 2020 i5
Iris Plus Graphics G7 (Ice Lake 64 EU), Ice Lake i5-1030NG7, 13.30", 1.289 kg
Apple MacBook Air 2020 i3
Iris Plus Graphics G4 (Ice Lake 48 EU), Ice Lake i3-1000NG4, 13.30", 1.27 kg
Apple MacBook Pro 13 2019 2TB3
Iris Plus Graphics 645, Coffee Lake i5-8257U, 13.30", 1.374 kg
Apple MacBook Pro 13 2019 i5 4TB3
Iris Plus Graphics 655, Coffee Lake i5-8279U, 13.30", 1.37 kg
Apple Macbook Air 2019, i5 256GB
UHD Graphics 617, Amber Lake i5-8210Y, 13.30", 1.25 kg
Apple MacBook Pro 13 2019-Z0WQ
Iris Plus Graphics 655, unknown, 13.30", 1.37 kg
Apple MacBook Air 2018
UHD Graphics 617, Amber Lake i5-8210Y, 13.30", 1.24 kg
Apple MacBook Pro 13 2018 Touchbar i7
Iris Plus Graphics 655, Coffee Lake i7-8559U, 13.30", 1.37 kg
Apple MacBook Pro 13 2018 Touchbar i5
Iris Plus Graphics 655, Coffee Lake i5-8259U, 13.30", 1.37 kg
Apple MacBook Pro 13 2017
Iris Plus Graphics 640, Kaby Lake i5-7360U, 13.30", 1.37 kg
Apple MacBook 12 2017
HD Graphics 615, Kaby Lake m3-7Y32, 12.00", 0.92 kg
Apple MacBook Pro 13 2017 Touchbar i5
Iris Plus Graphics 650, Kaby Lake i5-7267U, 13.30", 1.37 kg

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