Introduction Date: | June 11, 2012 | Discontinued Date: | June 10, 2013 |
Processors: | 1 (2 Cores) | Architecture: | 64-Bit |
Geekbench 2 (32): | 6029 | Geekbench 2 (64): | 6757 |
Geekbench 3 (32): | 2303 | Geekbench 3 (32): | 4598 |
Geekbench 3 (64): | 2498 | Geekbench 3 (64): | 5073 |
Geekbench 4 (SC): | 2660 | Geekbench 4 (MC): | 5013 |
Geekbench 5 (SC): | 519 | Geekbench 5 (MC): | 1129 |
Processor Speed: | 1.8 GHz | Processor Type: | Core i5 (I5-3427U) |
Details: | This model is powered by a 22 nm, 64-bit Intel Mobile Core i5 "Ivy Bridge" (I5-3427U) processor which includes two independent processor "cores" on a single silicon chip. Each core has a dedicated 256k level 2 cache, shares 3 MB of level 3 cache, and has an integrated memory controller (dual channel). This system also supports "Turbo Boost 2.0" -- which "automatically increases the speed of the active cores" to improve performance when needed (up to 2.8 GHz for this model) -- and "Hyper Threading" -- which allows the system to recognize four total "cores" or "threads" (two real and two virtual). Also see: How fast are the 'Mid-2012' MacBook Air models compared to one another and to earlier MacBook Air models? How fast are these models compared to the 13-Inch 'Mid-2012' MacBook Pro? |
Turbo Boost: | 2.8 GHz | Custom Speeds: | 2.0 GHz (Core i7) |
Processor Upgrade: | Soldered | FPU: | Integrated |
System Bus Speed: | 5 GT/s* | Cache Bus Speed: | 1.8 GHz (Built-in) |
ROM/Firmware Type: | EFI | EFI Architecture: | 64-Bit |
L1 Cache: | 32k/32k x2 | L2/L3 Cache: | 256k x2, 3 MB (on chip) |
RAM Type: | DDR3L SDRAM* | Min. RAM Speed: | 1600 MHz |
Details: | Shipped standard with 4 GB of 1600 MHz DDR3L SDRAM onboard. |
Standard RAM: | 4 GB | Maximum RAM: | 8 GB* |
Details: | *4 GB of RAM is onboard. It could be upgraded at the time of purchase to 8 GB as a US$100 option, but it cannot be upgraded later. Also see: Actual Max RAM of All G3 & Later Macs. |
Motherboard RAM: | 4 GB* | RAM Slots: | None |
Video Card: | HD Graphics 4000 | VRAM Type: | Integrated |
Details: | This model has an Intel HD Graphics 4000 graphics processor that shares memory with the system. |
Standard VRAM: | 384 MB* | Maximum VRAM: | 512 MB* |
Built-in Display: | 13.3" Widescreen | Native Resolution: | 1440x900 |
Details: | 13.3" color widescreen TFT LED-backlit active-matrix "glossy" display with a 1440 by 900 native resolution. Apple reports that it also supports "1280 by 800, 1152 by 720, 1024 by 640, and 800 by 500 pixels at 16:10 aspect ratio; 1024 by 768, 800 by 600, and 640 by 480 pixels at 4:3 aspect ratio; 720 by 480 pixels at 3:2 aspect ratio". In the US, site sponsor AppleParts.io offers mail-in repair services, as well as parts for do-it-yourself repair for this this MacBook Air. In the UK, site sponsor ALB Repair offers component-level logic board repair, display repair, and other repair services for this MacBook Air. No fix, no fee! In Spain, site sponsor iRepairs provides affordable repair and data recovery services. In-person and by mail repair services include the display, battery, keyboard, motherboard, and more for this MacBook Air. In Hong Kong, site sponsor iCertified provides well-reviewed repair services for the display, logic board, battery, water damage, and more, all with a 180-day warranty; free diagnostics and estimates; and optional pickup and delivery for this MacBook Air. |
2nd Display Support: | Dual/Mirroring* | 2nd Max. Resolution: | 2560x1600 (x2) |
Details: | *Although Apple makes no mention of it, third-parties have discovered that this model can simultaneously support two external displays up to 2560x1600 "daisy chained" via Thunderbolt. |
Standard Storage: | 128, 256 GB SSD | Std. Storage Speed: | 184/203 MB/s* |
Details: | The MD231LL/A configuration has 128 GB of flash storage and the MD232LL/A configuration has 256 GB of flash storage. The higher-end MD232LL/A configuration also could be equipped with 512 GB of storage at the time of purchase. Originally, this storage upgrade was an additional US$500, but Apple lowered the price to US$300 on February 13, 2013. The storage is not intended to be upgraded after purchase, but it is quite possible. *Third-party tests using the Blackmagic benchmark report write speeds of 184 MB/s and read speeds of 203 MB/s for Toshiba 128 GB SSDs in this notebook. Also see: How do you replace or upgrade the storage in the "Mid-2012" MacBook Air models? Is it even possible? In the US (and many other countries), site sponsor Other World Computing sells storage upgrades for this MacBook Air. In the UK, site sponsor Flexx sells internal storage upgrades for this MacBook Air. In Australia, site sponsor Upgradeable sells storage upgrades for this MacBook Air. Also see: SSD Compatibility Guide for All G3 & Later Macs. |
Storage Dimensions: | Proprietary | Storage Interface: | Proprietary* (6 Gb/s) |
Standard Optical: | None* | Standard Disk: | None |
Standard Modem: | None | Standard Ethernet: | None* |
Details: | *No MacBook Air models have an internal Ethernet port. However, for the "Mid-2012" models, an Apple Thunderbolt to Gigabit Ethernet adapter is available. Also see: What official and third-party adapters are available to connect the MacBook Air to wired Ethernet networks? |
Standard AirPort: | 802.11a/b/g/n | Standard Bluetooth: | 4.0 |
USB Ports: | 2 (3.0) | Firewire Ports: | None |
Expansion Slots: | SD Card (SDXC) | Expansion Bays: | None |
Details: | This model has an SDXC Card slot. In the US (and many other countries), site sponsor Other World Computing sells a wide variety of external accessories, including docks, adapters, input devices, cases, and more for this MacBook Air. Also see: Which SD Card slot storage solution is best for the MacBook Air? Which models are compatible? Is this kind of storage safe? |
Incl. Keyboard: | Full-size | Incl. Input: | Trackpad (Inertial) |
Case Type: | Notebook | Form Factor: | MacBook Air 13" |