Introduction Date: | July 9, 2019 | Discontinued Date: | March 18, 2020 |
Processors: | 1 (2 Cores) | Architecture: | 64-Bit |
Geekbench 2 (32): | 8134 | Geekbench 2 (64): | N/A |
Geekbench 3 (32): | 3231 | Geekbench 3 (32): | 6469 |
Geekbench 3 (64): | 3323 | Geekbench 3 (64): | 6694 |
Geekbench 4 (SC): | 3971 | Geekbench 4 (MC): | 7379 |
Geekbench 5 (SC): | 746 | Geekbench 5 (MC): | 1501 |
Processor Speed: | 1.6 GHz | Processor Type: | Core i5 (I5-8210Y) |
Details: | This model is powered by a 14 nm, 64-bit "8th Generation" Intel Mobile Core i5 "Amber Lake Y" (I5-8210Y) processor which includes two independent processor "cores" on a single silicon chip. Each core has a dedicated 256k level 2 cache, shares 4 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 3.6 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 is the "2019" MacBook Air compared to recent MacBook Pro models? How fast is it compared to earlier MacBook Air models? |
Turbo Boost: | 3.6 GHz | Custom Speeds: | N/A |
Processor Upgrade: | Soldered | FPU: | Integrated |
System Bus Speed: | OPI* | Cache Bus Speed: | 1.6 GHz (Built-in) |
ROM/Firmware Type: | EFI | EFI Architecture: | 64-Bit |
L1 Cache: | 32k/32k x2 | L2/L3 Cache: | 256k x2, 4 MB (on chip) |
RAM Type: | LPDDR3 SDRAM* | Min. RAM Speed: | 2133 MHz |
Details: | *Shipped standard with 8 GB of 2133 MHz "Low Power" LPDDR3 SDRAM onboard. |
Standard RAM: | 8 GB* | Maximum RAM: | 16 GB* |
Details: | *8 GB of RAM is onboard by default. At the time of system purchase, it could be upgraded to 16 GB of RAM for an additional US$200. The RAM cannot be upgraded later. Also see: Actual Max RAM of All G3 & Later Macs. |
Motherboard RAM: | 8 GB* | RAM Slots: | None |
Video Card: | UHD Graphics 617 | VRAM Type: | Integrated |
Details: | This model has an Intel UHD Graphics 617 graphics processor that shares memory with the system. |
Standard VRAM: | 1.5 GB | Maximum VRAM: | 1.5 GB |
Built-in Display: | 13.3" 16:10 | Native Resolution: | 2560x1600 |
Details: | 13.3" color widescreen LED-backlit "Retina" display with IPS and True Tone technology. It has a 2560 by 1600 native resolution at 227 ppi and support for millions of colors. It also supports scaled resolutions of 1680 by 1050, 1440 by 900, and 1024 by 640. It has a 16:10 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: | 5120x2880 (5K)* |
Details: | *This model supports full native resolution on the interior display in addition to a single 5120x2880 (5K) display up to 60 Hz or as many as two external displays up to 4096x2304 (4K) up to 60 Hz. |
Standard Storage: | 128, 256 GB SSD | Std. Storage Speed: | Onboard |
Details: | This MacBook Air was available by default with either 128 GB or 256 GB of SSD storage but it also could be configured with a 256 GB, 512 GB, or 1 TB SSD at additional cost. 256 GB, 512 GB, and 1 TB of storage were available for an extra US$200, US$400, and US$600 from the base option originally configured with a 128 GB SSD. 512 GB and 1 TB of storage are available for an extra US$200 and US$400 for the higher-end default option originally configured with a 256 GB SSD. The storage is built-in to the computer and cannot be upgraded after system purchase. In the US (and many other countries), site sponsor Other World Computing sells external storage upgrades for this MacBook Air. In the UK, site sponsor Flexx sells external storage upgrades for this MacBook Air. Also see: How do you connect external storage to the Retina MacBook Air? Which is the best option? Also see: SSD Compatibility Guide for All G3 & Later Macs. |
Storage Dimensions: | Soldered | Storage Interface: | Onboard* (PCIe*) |
Standard Optical: | None* | Standard Disk: | None |
Standard Modem: | None | Standard Ethernet: | None* |
Details: | *No MacBook Air models have an internal Ethernet port. Also see: How do you connect the Retina MacBook Air to a wired Ethernet network? Is it even possible? |
Standard AirPort: | 802.11ac* | Standard Bluetooth: | 4.2 |
USB Ports: | 2* (3.1) | Firewire Ports: | None |
Expansion Slots: | None | Expansion Bays: | None |
Details: | No expansion slots or bays provided. 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. |
Incl. Keyboard: | Full-size | Incl. Input: | Trackpad (Force Touch) |
Case Type: | Notebook | Form Factor: | MacBook Air Retina 13" |
Apple Order No: | MVFH2LL/A* | Apple Subfamily: | 2019** |