Apple today announced the all-new refreshed MacBook Air with M5, delivering exceptional performance, AI capabilities, and upgraded features in the world’s most popular laptop.

Designed for students, creative professionals, and business users, the new MacBook Air combines thin, lightweight aluminum construction with powerful internal hardware, a stunning Liquid Retina display, and long battery life — all in a fanless, silent design.

Performance Upgrades — CPU, GPU, and AI

The MacBook Air M5 is powered by Apple’s latest M5 chip, featuring:

• 10-core CPU with Apple’s fastest CPU core yet
• Up to a 10-core GPU with a Neural Accelerator in each core
• Faster unified memory with 153 GB/s bandwidth (a 28% improvement over M4)

These upgrades allow MacBook Air to:

• Deliver up to 4× faster AI performance than MacBook Air M4
• Deliver up to 9.5× faster AI performance vs M1
• Run on-device large language models (LLMs) and Apple Intelligence features
• Handle creative workflows such as video editing, 3D rendering, and AI-enhanced photo and video tools

With enhanced shader cores and a third-generation ray-tracing engine, the MacBook Air M5 accelerates:

• AI video enhancement in Topaz Video (up to 6.9× faster vs M1, 1.9× vs M4)
• 3D rendering in Blender (up to 6.5× faster vs M1, 1.5× vs M4)
• Image processing in Affinity (up to 2.7× faster vs M1, 1.5× vs M4)

Web browsing and everyday productivity are also faster, with up to 50% improved performance vs Intel Core Ultra X7 laptops, while demanding tasks can run up to 2× faster.

Storage & Memory

The MacBook Air M5 now comes standard with 512 GB of storage, double the previous generation, and is configurable up to 4 TB for professionals handling large projects and datasets.

• SSD read/write speeds: up to 2× faster vs the previous generation
• Unified memory improvements: smoother multitasking, faster app launches, and better handling of large datasets

This combination allows creators and students to store large files, work on AI projects locally, and enjoy faster overall workflows.

Display & Design

The MacBook Air M5 is available in 13-inch and 15-inch models, offering a brilliant Liquid Retina display with:

• 500 nits brightness
• Support for 1 billion colors
• Sharp text rendering and vivid, accurate color reproduction

Its thin, lightweight aluminum design is available in four finishes:

• Sky Blue
• Midnight
• Starlight
• Silver

Battery Life & Portability

• Up to 18 hours of battery life, 6 hours longer than Intel-based MacBook Air models
• Fast-charge support
• Lightweight and completely fanless design for silent operation

This makes the MacBook Air ideal for students, travelers, and professionals on the go.

Camera, Audio & Connectivity

• 12-MP Center Stage camera with Desk View support
• Three-microphone array for clear voice capture
• Immersive Spatial Audio and Dolby Atmos sound system

Connectivity includes:

• Two Thunderbolt 4 ports, supporting up to two external displays
• MagSafe 3 charging for secure power connection
• Apple’s N1 wireless chip with Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 6

AI Capabilities & Productivity Features

The MacBook Air M5 supports:

• Apple Intelligence across system and apps
• On-device LLM processing for research and productivity workflows
• AI-enhanced video, photo, and design tools

This ensures the MacBook Air isn’t just fast — it’s intelligent, helping users work more efficiently and creatively without relying heavily on cloud processing.