Introduction Date: | June 5, 2023* | Discontinued Date: | March 4, 2024 |
Processors: | 1 (8 Cores) | Architecture: | 64-Bit |
Geekbench 2 (32): | N/A | Geekbench 2 (64): | N/A |
Geekbench 3 (32): | N/A | Geekbench 3 (32): | N/A |
Geekbench 3 (64): | N/A | Geekbench 3 (64): | N/A |
Geekbench 4 (SC): | 6539* | Geekbench 4 (MC): | 27256* |
Geekbench 5 (SC): | 1895 (2598 GB 6) | Geekbench 5 (MC): | 8691 (9787 GB 6) |
Processor Speed: | 3.49 GHz | Processor Type: | Apple M2 |
Details: | This model is powered by a 5 nm, 64-bit Apple M2 processor (SoC) with eight cores (4 performance cores, 4 efficiency cores). Third-party software reports its clockspeed as 3.49 GHz. This model also has a 10-core GPU, a 16-core Neural Engine, and 100 GB/s memory bandwidth. Also see: How fast are the "2022 M2" and "2023 M2" Apple Silicon MacBook Air models compared to one another? How fast are they compared to earlier MacBook Air models and the MacBook Pro? |
Turbo Boost: | N/A | Custom Speeds: | N/A |
Processor Upgrade: | Soldered | FPU: | Integrated |
System Bus Speed: | N/A* | Cache Bus Speed: | N/A |
ROM/Firmware Type: | Proprietary | EFI Architecture: | 64-Bit |
L1 Cache: | 192k+128k, 128k+64k x4* | L2/L3 Cache: | 16 MB, 4 MB x4* |
RAM Type: | Unified* | Min. RAM Speed: | N/A |
Details: | *Shipped standard with 8 GB of "unified" onboard memory. |
Standard RAM: | 8 GB* | Maximum RAM: | 24 GB* |
Details: | *8 GB of "unified" RAM is onboard by default. At the time of system purchase, it could be upgraded to 16 GB or 24 GB of RAM for an additional US$200 or US$400, respectively. 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: | 10-Core | VRAM Type: | Integrated |
Details: | This model has an integrated Apple GPU with 10-cores. |
Standard VRAM: | Integrated | Maximum VRAM: | Integrated |
Built-in Display: | 15.3" 16:10 | Native Resolution: | 2880x1864 |
Details: | 15.3" color widescreen LED-backlit "Liquid Retina" display with IPS, Wide color (P3) and True Tone technology. It has a 2880 by 1864 native resolution at 224 ppi, support for 1 billion colors, and 500 nits brightness. It has a roughly 16:10 aspect ratio; there is a "notch" at the top of the display that holds the webcam and related sensors. 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: | 6016x3384 (6K)* |
Details: | *This model supports full native resolution on the interior display in addition to a single display up to 6016x3384 (6K) at 60 Hz. |
Standard Storage: | 256, 512 GB SSD | Std. Storage Speed: | Onboard |
Details: | This MacBook Air is offered by default with 256 GB or 512 GB of onboard SSD storage, but it also could be configured with a 1 TB or 2 TB SSD at additional cost. 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 Apple Silicon MacBook Air? Which is the best option? Also see: SSD Compatibility Guide for All G3 & Later Macs. |
Storage Dimensions: | Soldered | Storage Interface: | Onboard* |
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 Apple Silicon MacBook Air to a wired Ethernet network? Is it possible? |
Standard AirPort: | 802.11ax (Wi-Fi 6) | Standard Bluetooth: | 5.3 |
USB Ports: | 2* (4; 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 (Magic Keyboard) | Incl. Input: | Trackpad (Force Touch) |
Case Type: | Notebook | Form Factor: | MacBook Air 2023 M2 15" |
Apple Order No: | MQKW3LL/A* | Apple Subfamily: | 15-inch, M2, 2023 |
Apple Model No: | A2941 (EMC 8301*) |