Apple MacBook Air - 2024

15", M3, 24 GB, 1000 GB, DE
54Ratings
Test reportsVery good based on 6 tests
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Product details

The M3 chip makes the super-mobile 15-inch MacBook Air even more powerful. With up to 18 hours of battery life, you can work and play at lightning speed anywhere.

Key specifications

Processor family
Apple
Memory
24 GB
SSD capacity
1000 GB
Operating System Version
Mac OS X 14 (Sonoma)
Image resolution
2880 x 1864 pixels
Keyboard layout
Germany
Graphics card model
Apple M3 10-Core
Item number
43455171

General information

Manufacturer
Apple
Category
Notebooks
Manufacturer no.
Z1GE
Release date
6-3-2024

Colour

Colour
Silver
Exact colour description
Silver

Application range

Notebook type
Multimedia laptop
Model number
Z1GE-0111000

Processor

Processor family
Apple
Processor type
M3
Clock frequency
10 GHz
Max. turbo clock rate
10 GHz
Number of processor cores
8 -Core
Number of performance cores
4 -Core
Number of efficiency cores
4 -Core
Number of threads
16

Memory

Memory
24 GB
Memory configuration
1 x 24GB
Onboard memory
24 GB
Max. supported memory
24 GB
Storage clock frequency
4000 MHz

Graphics card properties

Graphics hardware
Integrated graphics

Material

Material group
Metal
Material
Aluminium

Onboard graphics properties

Graphics chip (GPU)
Apple
Graphics card model
Apple M3 10-Core

Dedicated graphics card properties

Graphics chip (GPU)
Apple
Graphics card model
Apple M3 10-Core
Dedicated graphics memory
1000 GB

Display properties

Display resolution
Retina
Image resolution
2880 x 1864 pixels
Refresh rate
60 Hz
Aspect ratio
3:2
Display functions
Ambient light sensor, Integrated camera
Display size (inches)
15"
Screen surface
High gloss
Panel technology
IPS
Brightness
500 cd/m²

Data storage overview

Disk type
SSD
Total capacity
1000 GB
SSD capacity
1000 GB

Optical drive

Optical drive type
No drive

Connections

USB ports
Thunderbolt 3
Exact USB ports
Thunderbolt 3 (2x)
Audio Connections
Jack 3.5mm (1x)

Operating system

Operating system
MacOS
Operating System Version
Mac OS X 14 (Sonoma)
Language
English, French, German, Italian
Operating system architecture
64-bit

Audio functions

Notebook speaker type
Dolby Amo's sound
Number of speakers
6 x
Audio channel
Stereo

Camera properties

Front camera resolution
2 Mpx
Max. Video resolution front camera
1920 x 1080 pixels

Safety

Safety
Fingerprint scanner

Wireless transmission

Wireless transmission
Bluetooth, Wi-Fi
Bluetooth version
5.3

Wi-Fi

Wi-Fi standard
Wi-Fi 6 / 802.11ax, Wi-Fi 6E / 802.11az

Battery properties

Battery type
LiPo
Power capacity
66.50 Wh
Max. battery life
18 h
Power supply unit strength
70 W
USB Type C Power supply
70 W

Input device

Keyboard layout
Germany
Input device
Keyboard backlight

Case properties

Sensors
Ambient light sensor

Origin

Country of origin
China

Sustainability

Manufacturer commitment
RE100, SBTi

Voluntary climate contribution

Manufacturer compensation
According to RE100, the manufacturer Apple fully compensates for its energy consumption, leading to a reduction in emissions.
CO₂-Emission
Climate contribution

Scope of delivery

Scope of delivery
Power adapter, USB-C to MagSafe 3 cable (2 m)

Product dimensions

Height
1.15 cm
Depth
23.76 cm
Width
34.04 cm
Weight
1.51 kg

Package dimensions

Length
42.70 cm
Width
32 cm
Height
8.50 cm
Weight
3.07 kg

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Statutory warranty score

How often does a product of this brand in the «Notebooks» category have a defect within the first 24 months?

Source: Galaxus
  • 1.Apple
    0,7 %
  • 2.Fujitsu
    1,2 %
  • 3.Huawei
    1,3 %
  • 4.Microsoft
    1,5 %
  • 5.LG
    1,8 %

Statutory warranty case duration

How many working days on average does it take to process a warranty claim from when it arrives at the service centre until it’s back with the customer?

Source: Galaxus
  • 1.Samsung
    3 days
  • 2.Apple
    5 days
  • 2.HP
    5 days
  • 4.Gigabyte
    7 days
  • 4.MSI
    7 days

Return rate

How often is a product of this brand in the «Notebooks» category returned?

Source: Galaxus
  • 3.Lenovo
    3,8 %
  • 5.HP
    3,9 %
  • 6.Apple
    4,2 %
  • 7.Acer
    4,6 %
  • 8.ASUS
    4,8 %
Source: Galaxus

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Overall ratingVery good91/100
Very good100/100
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Foto HitsSingle testReleaseAugust 2024
  • PositiveThe combination of high computing power and first-class presentation on the LC display is particularly advantageous for photographers and film-makers. You get a portable and energy-saving computer that lasts an extremely long time without a power connection.
  • NegativeThe basic configuration with eight gigabytes of RAM and 256 gigabyte SSD hard drive is sufficient for image and video editing, but memory-hungry programmes work faster with more reserves. However, the capacities cannot be changed after purchase.

At 1,299 euros for the 13-inch version with the smallest memory configuration, the Mac-Book Air M3 is not cheap. However, in return you get a very powerful laptop for image and video editing. The device also boasts first-class build quality and a high resale value. Anyone interested in a system beyond Windows that leaves little to be desired for image and video applications will find the Apple MacBook...

Very good98/100
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MAC LIFESingle testReleaseJune 2024
  • PositivePowerful thanks to M3 chip
  • PositiveImproved graphics capabilities
  • PositiveVery long battery life
  • Positivegood screen
  • NegativeNot upgradeable
  • NegativeNo ProMotion

The MacBook Air with M3 chip impresses with its performance, long battery life and portability, but reaches its limits when it comes to expandability and connectivity.

This test report belongs to a different type: MacBook Air - 2024 (13.60", M3, 8 GB, 256 GB, DE)
Very good92/100
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notebookcheck.comSingle testReleaseMay 2024
  • PositiveHigh-quality and thin housing
  • Positivegood input devices
  • PositiveAlways silent operation
  • PositiveBright display with P3 and without PWM
  • PositiveVery good speakers
  • PositiveLong battery life at 150 nits
    Very good92/100
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    notebookcheck.comSingle testReleaseMay 2024
    • PositiveHigh-quality and thin housing
    • Positivegood input devices
    • PositiveAlways silent operation
    • PositiveBright display with P3 and without PWM
    • PositiveVery good speakers
    • PositiveLong battery life at 150 nits
      Very good100/100
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      onlinepc.chSingle testReleaseMay 2024
      • PositiveFanless
      • PositiveDisplay
      • PositiveTempo
      • PositiveTrackpad
      • PositiveProcessing
      • PositiveSoftware

        The MacBook Air is still unrivalled. It is almost impossible to imagine an alternative laptop that is so perfectly balanced without showing any weakness worth mentioning. If you want more power, you should look at the MacBook Pro. But for the overwhelming majority, whether Mac or Windows users, this is the device of choice.

        This test report belongs to a different type: MacBook Air - 2024 (13.60", M3, 8 GB, 256 GB, DE)
        Very good83/100
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        Rank 1 out of 2Computer BildMIT M3- PROZESSOR IN 13,6 ZOLL UND 15,3 ZOLL im TestReleaseApril 2024
        • PositiveHigh working speed
        • Positivelong battery life
        • PositiveGood display
        • PositiveWorks silently
        • NegativeNot upgradeable
        • NegativeGames only run smoothly with reduced resolution

        Whether 13-inch or 15-inch - both MacBook Air models are really good. Here you get twice the speed and a great screen, combined with a long battery life and silent operation. Both are excellent laptops for working, but the power of the M3 chip is not enough for smooth gaming. The biggest advantage of the smaller 13-inch model is that it is around 300 euros cheaper with the same features.

        This test report belongs to a different type: MacBook Air – 2024 (15", M3, 8 GB, 256 GB, DE)
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