Apple MacBook Air M1 16GB RAM 512GB 13in
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5 years ago
Apple MacBook Air 13-inch: Apple M1 Chip with 8 Core CPU and 8 Core GPU 512GB storage - Space Grey MGN73X/A review
Were Charles Darwin here today, once he’d finished screaming at us for tinkering with necromancy and demanding to know what the heck a Lexus was, I think he’d want to see the new MacBook Air.
Pros:
- Apple M1 is astonishingly fast
- Excellent battery life
- Compatibility with non-native apps is impressive
Cons:
- 720p webcam is still underwhelming
- Lack of an embedded 4G/5G option is frustrating
5 years ago
Apple MacBook Air 13-inch: Apple M1 Chip with 8 Core CPU and 8 Core GPU 512GB storage - Space Grey MGN73X/A review
I was fortunate enough to receive my built-to-order M1 MacBook Air (16GB RAM, 512GB SSD, 8-core GPU) last Tuesday, and I’ve had a week to truly experience it. We’ve all read the early reviews ( Snell , Gruber , and Bohn are the highlights), and they’ve focused on the specs and the highlights, so I...
5 years ago
Apple MacBook Air 13-inch: Apple M1 Chip with 8 Core CPU and 8 Core GPU 512GB storage - Space Grey MGN73X/A review
With the 13-inch MacBook Pro already upping the ante, the new M1-based MacBook Air really throws down the gauntlet for rival ultraportable laptops. It might seem expensive for an entry-level offering, but the performance of the M1 chip gives the late 2020 MacBook Air a new lease of life.
Pros:
- Speedy M1 SoC
- Outstanding battery life
- Rosetta 2 emulation works well with Intel-native apps
- Slimline
- lightweight design
Cons:
- Design is looking a bit dated
- No CPU upgrade options
- Expensive RAM and storage upgrades
- Only two Thunderbolt ports
5 years ago
Apple Macbook Pro 2020 (M1, 16GB RAM, 512GB) - Excellent review
While there might not be a whole lot of difference between the M1 Air and the M1 Pro, the difference is notable if you’re someone who lives on your laptop from day to day and does more than most.
Pros:
- Apple Silicon is super fast, Capable of a little more power than the M1 MacBook Air, Runs both universal Mac apps and Intel apps through Rosetta 2, Handles iOS apps and games for iPhone and iPad, Possibly the best battery of any laptop, Great looking screen, Scissor-switch keyboard is top notch,...
Cons:
- Not a lot of difference in power between the Pro and the Air, MacBook Air might be better value
5 years ago
Apple MacBook Air 13-inch: Apple M1 Chip with 8 Core CPU and 8 Core GPU 512GB storage - Space Grey MGN73X/A review
The MacBook Air (M1, 2020) is easily one of the most exciting Apple laptops of recent years. Its M1 chip is a real game-changer, and the ability to run both legacy apps, new M1-optimized apps and iOS apps is very impressive. Battery life is also great, and performance is excellent as well.
Pros:
- macOS Big Sur is fast and responsive
- Battery life is great
- Silent in use
- Keyboard remains very good
Cons:
- No new design
- Fanless design could impact performance
5 years ago
Apple MacBook Air 13-inch: Apple M1 Chip with 8 Core CPU and 8 Core GPU 512GB storage - Space Grey MGN73X/A review
Reviewing hardware is an act of minutia. Occasionally something new or potentially earth-shattering comes along, but on the whole, it’s about chipping away. Documenting small, gradual changes designed to keep product lines fresh and — if you play your cards right — differentiating yourself from the...
5 years ago
Apple MacBook Air 13-inch: Apple M1 Chip with 8 Core CPU and 8 Core GPU 512GB storage - Space Grey MGN73X/A review
The M1-equipped MacBook Air now packs far better performance than its predecessors, rivaling at times the M1-based MacBook Pro. At $999, it’s the best value among macOS laptops.
Pros:
- Good value
- especially for a MacBook
- Much-improved performance
- thanks to Apple’s new M1 processor
- Exceptional battery life
- Sleek
- portable metal design
- High-quality keyboard
- touchpad
- and display
- Multiple color options
Cons:
- Port selection limited to two USB Type-C connections
- Still no touch-screen option
5 years ago
Apple MacBook Air 13-inch: Apple M1 Chip with 8 Core CPU and 8 Core GPU 512GB storage - Space Grey MGN73X/A review
In a week of testing, I have pushed this computer and its new Apple-made processor to its limits and found that those limits exceeded my expectations on nearly every level.
Pros:
- Fast
- Intel-based apps work well
- Excellent battery life
Cons:
- Awful webcam
- iOS apps are a whiff
- It’s time to admit Macs would be better with touchscreens
5 years ago
Apple Macbook Air 2020 review
So far, we’re liking the MacBook Air 2020 as it can handle our tasks given the limited hardware. If you’re a long-time Apple user, you can make this work and already understand the compromises.
6 years ago
Apple MacBook Air (2020) (Review Apple MacBook Air (2020))
A redesigned keyboard and lower price make the Air easy to recommend
Pros:
- Improved keyboard action and feel, Sleek, lightweight design, Multiple color options, Long battery life, Reasonably priced, for a Mac
Cons:
- As ever, no touch screen, Limited port selection, Lackluster raw computing performance, No support for Wi-Fi 6
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