Apple MacBook Air 13

MPN: MQD42LL/A  |  EAN: 0190198463029  |  Model: MacBook Air

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Choosist's Ratings

Apple MacBook Air 13 - MQD42LL/A Performance, Usage and Feature Ratings
Use Rating
College (Students)
Just Right
Social Media
Outstanding
Browsing
Outstanding
Documents
Just Right
Email
Outstanding
Short Journeys
Outstanding
Long Journeys
Very Good
Use Around the Office
Outstanding
Use At the Client's
Very Good
Use in Public Places
Outstanding
Carrying All the Time
Outstanding
Carrying Occasionally
Outstanding
Working in Low Light
Outstanding
Cool Look
Outstanding
Serious Multitasking
Just Right
macOS
Outstanding
13 to 14 Inches
Outstanding
Outstanding

It's good for academic research

As a student or researcher in the social or physical sciences, this device provides a good balance of portability (with it's 13.3 inches screen size) and performance so that you're free to roam the labs or libraries with a machine that can competently multi-task your data crunching, "multi-tabbed browsing" and the production of academic content.

Regular Stuff / Everyday Tasks

Spreadsheets, presentations and documents, don't need much, but your Intel Core i5-5350U processor and 8 GB RAM ensures even image laden files won't leave you watching the 'spinning wheel'!

Surf comfortably as all components of your Apple will easily handle the web

Email demands very little from a laptop. We've taken this into account.

Facebook, twitter etc require little processing power or screen specification so the MacBook Air will do just fine.

Battery life is fairly decent

Light and powerful, the 12 hours battery life of the MacBook Air allows it to be easily used all around the home for long periods without charging.

The MacBook Air is the perfect size working on the move. With a battery life of 12 hours, this is a machine that slips easily into a bag and goes everywhere with you without worrying too much about the next time you need a charge.

The 12 hours battery life in the MacBook Air has got enough juice to help you work while on the move during quick trips around the city.

With a great run time of approximately 12 hours, there isn't a huge need to carry a charger each time your about.

The 12 hours battery life in the MacBook Air can keep you going while moving from one meeting space to another.

With a great run time of approximately 12 hours, there isn't a huge need to carry a charger each time your about.

Suits your occasional mobility

The MacBook Air is a great choice for when you need a good value, reliable laptop that won't be carried around too often. It’s not the smallest or lightest, however the 3 lbs weight is enough to get the job done.

Great to use on the go!

The MacBook Air is a great choice for when you need a good value, reliable laptop that won't be carried around too often. It’s not the smallest or lightest, however the 3 lbs weight is enough to get the job done.

Working in the dark

The lights may be low, but that doesn’t mean you can’t work. The MacBook Air’s built-in 1 allows you to type accurately – even in the dark

Slick package

Boasting clean lines and premium looks, the MacBook Air showcases your refined taste in mobile devices. Guaranteed to make your friends green with envy.

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Product Description

Hell, yeah. This is a MacBook, and that means quality - no matter how you look at it. Like everything Apple does, this MacBook Air is visually stunning and has quality features that are streamlined and a breeze to use. It's sleek. It's futuristic. It's almighty. Underneath its slender design and trademark silver coloring, there's hardware that packs a punch. The 1.8GHz dual-core Intel Core i5 processor comes with a little Turbo Boost, so it's quicker than lightning no matter what you're doing. You will also experience the SSD storage (an obvious perk) with an 8GB of memory that will improve your speed even more. In terms of the screen, you'll be hypnotized by the Intel HD Graphics on the 13.3-inches of retina display screen - colors are deeper, images more clear. Of course, as an Apple laptop you get all of the preloaded goodies like iMovie, Safari, iTunes, Keynote, and Siri, and will be able to link up your MacBook with any other Apple devices you own. Throw in the two USB 3 ports and another for Thunderbolt 2 and the end result is a laptop of almost timeless perfection that does everything you'll ever need.

Technical Specifications

Apple MacBook Air 13 - MQD42LL/A Technical Specifications
Specification Description
Design
Colour Silver
Display
Display Resolution 1440 x 900 pixels
Display Size 13.3 inches
Processor
Processor Architecture 64 Bit
Processor Cores 2 cores
Processor Model Intel Core i5-5350U
Processor Speed 1.8 GHz
Memory
RAM Size 8 GB
Storage
SSD Capacity 256 GB
Storage Total Capacity 256 GB
Storage Type SSD
Graphics
Graphics Card Model - Dedicated Intel HD Graphics 6000
Graphics Card Type Integrated
Networking
Network Bluetooth Type 4.0
Network Wireless Type b/g/n/ac
Ports & Interfaces
Memory Card Reader 1
Microphone 1
Thunderbolt Ports 1
USB 3.0/3.1 (Gen 1) Type-A Ports 2
Camera
Camera 1
Keyboard
Keyboard Back-lit Yes
Software
Operating System Architecture 64 Bit
Operating System Name macOS
Operating System Version El Capitan
Battery
Battery Life 12 hours
Weight & Dimensions
Weight 1.35 kg