MacBook Air M4/256GB 13.6"

The Apple MacBook Air (13-inch, M4, 2025) represents a major performance and memory upgrade for Apple's ultra-portable lineup. This generation transitions completely away from 8GB configurations, standardising 16GB of unified memory as the baseline. Designed with a silent, completely fanless thermal design, it packs a multi-core M4 architecture optimized specifically for on-device Apple Intelligence tasks.
System Performance & Architecture
• The Apple M4 System-on-Chip (SoC): Built on high-performance architecture featuring a 10-core CPU divided into 4 performance cores and 6 efficiency cores.
• Graphics & Processing Power: Ships with either an 8-core or 10-core GPU option. The updated graphics pipeline includes hardware-accelerated ray tracing to deliver smoother frame rates during gaming and creative 4K video rendering.
• Neural Engine & On-Device AI: Features a high-speed 16-core Neural Engine. Combined with a massive 120GB/s memory bandwidth, it handles complex localized machine learning models and productivity shortcuts natively through Apple Intelligence.
• Memory & Storage Scalability: Configurable from a starting 16GB up to 32GB of unified memory. Solid-state storage profiles start at a 256GB NVMe SSD and can be ordered up to a 2TB capacity at the point of purchase (note: unified memory and SSD internal modules are fixed to the logic board and cannot be physically upgraded later).
Display & Visual Capabilities
• Panel Technology: Equipped with a 13.6-inch Liquid Retina IPS display. It features a native resolution of 2560x1664 pixels at a structural density of 224 pixels per inch (ppi).
• Colour Precision & Brightness: Operates at an outdoor-viewable 500 nits of peak brightness. It incorporates P3 Wide Colour support for 1 billion individual tones alongside True Tone technology, which shifts panel color temperatures to reduce eye fatigue.
• Dual Display Output: An integrated upgrade allows the machine to power up to two external high-resolution monitors simultaneously when the laptop lid is closed. It can comfortably handle configurations like a singular external display up to 8K at 60Hz or dual displays matching 6K at 60Hz over standard connections.
Audio, Input & External Connectivity
• Camera Array: Outfitted with a premium 12MP Center Stage webcam. It captures video up to 1080p HD, utilizes intelligent auto-framing to keep you centered as you move, and supports "Desk View" configurations.
• Acoustics: Features an internal four-speaker sound system with full Spatial Audio and Dolby Atmos support, backed by a localized high-performance three-microphone array to isolate ambient vocal noise.
• Keyboard & Trackpad: Houses a backlit Magic Keyboard alongside a generous, zero-click Force Touch trackpad that interprets customizable continuous pressure inputs. A biometric Touch ID sensor is integrated into the top corner for safe financial transactions, secure sign-ins, and account switching.
• I/O Ports: Includes a signature magnetic MagSafe 3 power socket, a dedicated high-impedance 3.5mm headphone jack, and two full-speed Thunderbolt 4 / USB 4 ports capable of up to 40Gb/s throughput speeds.
• Wireless Standards: Upgraded with local wireless support via high-speed Wi-Fi 6E and energy-efficient Bluetooth 5.3 protocols.
Dimensions, Chassis & Battery Efficiency
• Form Factor: Features a highly rigid, flat, unibody profile constructed from 100% recycled aluminum. It is incredibly thin at only 0.44 inches (11.3 mm) and weighs a light 1.24 kg (2.7 lbs).
• Colour Finishes: Available in Apple's signature anodized metallic shades: Sky Blue, Silver, Starlight, and Midnight.
• Battery Endurance: Uses an integrated 53.8-watt-hour lithium-polymer battery. It delivers up to 18 hours of continuous video playback or 15 hours of active wireless web browsing. The model supports fast-charging capabilities, jumping to a 50% charge in roughly 30 minutes when paired with an upgraded 70W power brick