Apple
MacBook Air 13-inch M5
The MacBook Air 13-inch M5 lands as a entry-level laptop, built around 13 in.
44/100
13 inApple M5Apple M5 8-core GPU16 GB512 GB18 hours
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Why we rate it
- NPU
- USB-C charging
- Fast charge
- Below-average gpu vram
Score profile
Scored against the laptops classWhere the MacBook Air 13-inch M5 wins and loses
Full specification
Grouped · supported features marked in blueSpecifications
Display
Screen size13 "
Panel typeLiquid Retina
Resolution2560
Design and build
Weight1.65 kg
Performance
CPUApple M5
CPU cores10
GPUApple M5 8-core GPU
GPU VRAM8 GB
NPUYes
Memory and storage
RAM16 GB
RAM typeUnified Memory
Storage512 GB
Storage typeSSD
Battery
Battery life18 hours
Battery capacity53.8
Charger wattage30 W
USB-C chargingYes
Fast chargeYes
Ports
USB-C ports2
ThunderboltThunderbolt 4
3.5 mm jackYes
Keyboard and biometrics
Backlit keyboardYes
Fingerprint readerYes
Audio and webcam
SpeakersFour-speaker system
Dolby AtmosYes
Webcam12 MP
Connectivity
Wi-FiWi-Fi 7
Bluetooth6
Software
Operating systemMACOS
More specs
USB c ports2
Max brightness500 nits
Head to head
Highlighted cell = better in that rowMacBook Air 13-inch M5 vs Apple MacBook Air 15-inch M5
MacBook Air 13-inch M5MacBook Air 15-inch M5
| AppleMacBook Air 13-inch M5This page | AppleMacBook Air 15-inch M5 | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 44 /100 | 45 /100Better |
| Size | 13 " | 15 " |
| Weight | 1.65 kgBetter | 2.34 kg |
| RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB |
| Storage | 512 GB | 512 GB |
| CPU | Apple M5 | Apple M5 |
| GPU | Apple M5 8-core GPU | Apple M5 GPU |
Who it's for
Is the MacBook Air 13-inch M5 right for you?
Buy it if
Buyers on a budget
Anyone who needs a dependable laptop for the essentials without overspending.
Skip it if
Skip it if
You need top-end performance and battery, in which case a higher-tier laptop is the better call.
Power user
Heavy multitasking, creative work or gaming on the go.
okay
Everyday user
Browsing, docs, calls and media.
good
Budget buyer
Wants a dependable machine for the basics.
okay
Common questions
Before you buy
Is the MacBook Air 13-inch M5 worth it?
It depends on what you need. It scores 44/100 against other laptops, a entry-level result where the class average is around 45.
What stands out on the MacBook Air 13-inch M5?
Its npu stands out, a genuinely useful feature if your setup calls for it.
How does it compare to the ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 2025?
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 2025 scores 45/100 versus this one at 44/100, so it is the step up on the spec sheet.
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