Introduction Date:
March 4, 2024*
Discontinued Date:
March 5, 2025
Details:
The "Introduction Date" refers to the date a model was introduced via press release. The "Discontinued Date" refers to the date a model either was replaced by a subsequent system or production otherwise ended.
*This model was introduced on March 4, 2024; it was first available in stores and orders started to arrive on March 8, 2024.
Also see: All Macs introduced in 2024.
Processors:
1 (8 Cores)
Architecture:
64-Bit
Geekbench 2 (32):
N/A
Geekbench 2 (64):
N/A
Details:
The Geekbench 2 benchmark does not support this Mac. These numbers reflect an average of user provided 32-bit and 64-bit results as submitted to the Geekbench website. Higher numbers are better.
You also might be interested in reviewing all 32-bit and 64-bit Geekbench 2 user submissions for Macs with the Mac15,12 Model Identifier, which may include multiple models.
To dynamically compare Geekbench 2 results from different Macs side-by-side, see EveryMac.com's Ultimate Mac Comparison.
Geekbench 3 (32):
N/A
Geekbench 3 (32):
N/A
Details:
Geekbench 3 does not support this Mac. Both numbers reflect an average of user provided results as submitted to the Geekbench website. Higher numbers are better.
You also might be interested in reviewing all 32-bit single core and multicore Geekbench 3 user submissions for Macs with the Mac15,12 Model Identifier, which may include multiple models.
To dynamically compare 32-bit Geekbench 3 results from different Macs side-by-side, see EveryMac.com's Ultimate Mac Comparison.
Geekbench 3 (64):
N/A
Geekbench 3 (64):
N/A
Details:
Geekbench 3 does not support this Mac. Both numbers reflect an average of user provided results as submitted to the Geekbench website. Higher numbers are better.
You also might be interested in reviewing all 64-bit single core and multicore Geekbench 3 user submissions for Macs with the Mac15,12 Model Identifier, which may include multiple models.
To dynamically compare 64-bit Geekbench 3 results from different Macs side-by-side, see EveryMac.com's Ultimate Mac Comparison.
Geekbench 4 (SC):
Pending
Geekbench 4 (MC):
Pending
Details:
*The Geekbench 4 benchmark is running under the Rosetta 2 environment on this model. Both numbers reflect an average of user provided results as submitted to the Geekbench website. Higher numbers are better.
You also might be interested in reviewing all single core and multicore Geekbench 4 user submissions for Macs with the Mac15,12 Model Identifier, which may include multiple models.
To dynamically compare Geekbench 4 results from different Macs side-by-side, see EveryMac.com's Ultimate Mac Comparison.
Geekbench 5 (SC):
2310 (3066 GB 6)
Geekbench 5 (MC):
10695 (11763 GB 6)
Details:
These Geekbench 5 benchmarks are are for a single processor core and all processor cores, respectively. All Geekbench 5 benchmarks for the Mac are 64-bit. Both numbers reflect an average of user provided results as submitted to the Geekbench website. Higher numbers are better.
You also might be interested in reviewing all single core and multicore Geekbench 5 user submissions for Macs with the Mac15,12 Model Identifier, which may include multiple models.
To dynamically compare Geekbench 5 results from different Macs side-by-side, see EveryMac.com's Ultimate Mac Comparison.
Processor Speed:
4.05 GHz
Processor Type:
Apple M3
Details:
This model is powered by a 3 nm, 64-bit Apple M3 processor (SoC) with eight cores (4 performance cores, 4 efficiency cores). Third-party software reports that it has a clockspeed of 4.05 GHz. This model also has an 8-core GPU, a 16-core Neural Engine, and 100 GB/s of memory bandwidth.
Turbo Boost:
N/A
Custom Speeds:
GPU*
Details:
*This model also can be custom configured with an Apple M3 8-Core CPU/10-Core GPU for an extra US100ドル.
Processor Upgrade:
Soldered
FPU:
Integrated
System Bus Speed:
N/A*
Cache Bus Speed:
N/A
Details:
*This system does not have a traditional system bus; it uses an integrated SoC (system-on-a-chip).
ROM/Firmware Type:
Proprietary
EFI Architecture:
64-Bit
L1 Cache:
192k+128k, 128k+64k x4*
L2/L3 Cache:
16 MB, 4 MB x4*
Details:
*Third-party analysis has determined that the Apple M3 SoC in this model has a 192k+128k L1 cache per performance core and a 128k+64k L1 cache per efficiency core. Each performance core reportedly also has a 16 MB L2 cache and each efficiency core reportedly has a 4 MB L2 cache.
RAM Type:
Unified*
Min. RAM Speed:
N/A
Details:
*Originally shipped standard with 8 GB of "unified" onboard memory. On October 30, 2024, Apple increased the default RAM to 16 GB.
Standard RAM:
8 GB, 16 GB*
Maximum RAM:
24 GB*
Details:
*8 GB of "unified" RAM initially was onboard by default. At the time of system purchase, it originally could be configured with 16 GB or 24 GB of RAM for an additional US200ドル or US400,ドル respectively. but this also automatically configured the notebook with a 10-Core GPU, as well.
Starting on October 30, 2024, Apple increased the default RAM to 16 GB, but this did not automatically increase the GPU to 10 cores. For an extra US200,ドル though, it could be configured with 24 GB of RAM which includes the 10-Core GPU.
Regardless of the amount installed at the time of purchase, the RAM cannot be upgraded later.
Also see: Actual Max RAM of All G3 & Later Macs.
Motherboard RAM:
8 GB, 16 GB*
RAM Slots:
None
Details:
*There are no RAM slots. 8 GB of "unified" RAM initially was onboard by default. At the time of system purchase, it originally could be configured with 16 GB or 24 GB of RAM for an additional US200ドル or US400,ドル respectively. Custom configuring this notebook with additional RAM originally automatically configured it with a 10-Core GPU, as well.
Starting on October 30, 2024, Apple increased the default RAM to 16 GB, but this did not automatically increase the GPU to 10 cores. For an extra US200,ドル though, it could be configured with 24 GB of RAM which includes the 10-Core GPU.
Video Card:
8-Core
VRAM Type:
Integrated
Details:
This model has an integrated Apple GPU with 8-cores.
Standard VRAM:
Integrated
Maximum VRAM:
Integrated
Details:
The 8-Core GPU is integrated with the SoC.
Built-in Display:
13.6" 16:10
Native Resolution:
2560x1664
Details:
13.6" color widescreen LED-backlit "Liquid Retina" display with IPS, Wide color (P3) and True Tone technology. It has a 2560 by 1664 native resolution at 224 ppi, support for 1 billion colors, and 500 nits brightness. It has a roughly 16:10 aspect ratio; there is a "notch" at the top of the display that holds the webcam and related sensors.
In the US, site sponsor AppleParts.io offers mail-in repair services, as well as parts for do-it-yourself repair for this this MacBook Air.
In Germany, site sponsor Sadaghian offers display replacement, graphics repair, logic board repair, battery replacement, data recovery, and other repair services for this MacBook Air; free error analysis, free DHL shipping throughout Germany, and a 12-month warranty are included on all repairs.
In Spain, site sponsor iRepairs provides affordable repair and data recovery services. In-person and by mail repair services include the display, battery, keyboard, motherboard, and more for this MacBook Air.
In Hong Kong, site sponsor iCertified provides well-reviewed repair services for the display, logic board, battery, water damage, and more, all with a 180-day warranty; free diagnostics and estimates; and optional pickup and delivery for this MacBook Air.
2nd Display Support:
Dual/Mirroring*
2nd Max. Resolution:
6016x3384 (6K)*
Details:
*This model supports full native resolution on the interior display in addition to a single display up to 6016x3384 (6K) at 60 Hz. Alternately, with the lid closed (so that the internal display is off), it can support two external displays -- one up to 6016x3384 (6K) at 60 Hz and another up to 5120x2880 (5K) at 60 Hz.
Standard Storage:
256 GB SSD
Std. Storage Speed:
Onboard
Details:
This MacBook Air is offered by default with 256 GB of onboard SSD storage. It also could be configured with a 512 GB, 1 TB, or 2 TB SSD for an additional US200,ドル US400,ドル or US800,ドル respectively, but this also automatically configured the notebook with a 10-Core GPU, as well.
In the US (and many other countries), site sponsor Other World Computing sells external storage upgrades for this MacBook Air.
In the UK, site sponsor Flexx sells external storage, and other upgrades, for this MacBook Air.
Also see: How do you connect external storage to the Apple Silicon MacBook Air? Which is the best option?
Also see: SSD Compatibility Guide for All G3 & Later Macs.
Storage Dimensions:
Soldered
Storage Interface:
Onboard*
Details:
*The SSD in this model is onboard. It cannot be upgraded after purchase.
Standard Optical:
None
Standard Disk:
None
Details:
MacBook Air models do not have an internal optical drive.
Standard Modem:
None
Standard Ethernet:
None*
Details:
*No MacBook Air models have an internal Ethernet port.
Also see: How do you connect the Apple Silicon MacBook Air to a wired Ethernet network? Is it possible?
Standard AirPort:
802.11ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Standard Bluetooth:
5.3
Details:
802.11ax Wi-Fi 6E and Bluetooth 5.3 are standard.
USB Ports:
2* (4)
Firewire Ports:
None
Details:
*This model has two Thunderbolt 3/USB 4 ports (USB-C connector) that also support the USB 4 (up to 40 Gb/s) standard.
Expansion Slots:
None
Expansion Bays:
None
Details:
No expansion slots or bays provided.
In the US (and many other countries), site sponsor Other World Computing sells a wide variety of external accessories, including docks, adapters, input devices, cases, and more for this MacBook Air.
In the UK, site sponsor Flexx sells external storage, docks, adapters, and more for this MacBook Air.
Incl. Keyboard:
Full-size (Magic Keyboard)
Incl. Input:
Trackpad (Force Touch)
Details:
Apple reports that the backlit keyboard in this model is a "Magic Keyboard" with 78 (US) or 79 (ISO) keys, "including 12 full-height function keys and 4 arrow keys in an inverted-T arrangement" and a "Touch ID" sensor. It has an ambient light sensor, too.
The "Force Touch" trackpad offers "precise cursor control and pressure-sensing capabilities; enables Force clicks, accelerators, pressure-sensitive drawing, and Multi-Touch gestures."
Case Type:
Notebook
Form Factor:
MacBook Air 2024 M3
Details:
This MacBook Air uses a uniformly thin (rather than a wedge shaped) aluminum case design with a "catchless" magnetic latch. There are four color options -- dark blue "Midnight," a warm gray "Starlight", a darker "Space Gray", and silver. Compared to the MacBook Air M2 models, the dark blue "Midnight" color option on this model uses an "anodization seal to reduce fingerprints."
Apple Order No:
MRXV3LL/A*
Apple Subfamily:
13-Inch, M3, 2024
Details:
*MRXV3LL/A refers to the original configuration of this MacBook Air in dark blue "Midnight" color with 8 GB of RAM. Also with 8 GB of RAM, the original configuration of this model in warm gray "Starlight" is MRXT3LL/A; in silver it is MRXQ3LL/A, and in a darker "Space Gray" it is MRXN3LL/A.
The configurations with 16 GB of default RAM introduced on October 30, 2024, are MC8K4LL/A, MC8J4LL/A, MC8H4LL/A, and MC8G4LL/A, in "Midnight", "Starlight", silver, and "Space Gray", respectively.
Apple Model No:
A3113 (EMC 8611*)
Model ID:
Mac15,12
Details:
*This EMC number is not externally printed; it is listed in software.
Also see: All Macs with the A3113 Model Number, the 8611* EMC Number, and the Mac15,12 Model Identifier.
For more about these identifiers and how to locate them on each Mac, please refer to EveryMac.com's Mac Identification section.
Battery Type:
52.6 W h Li-Poly
Battery Life:
15-18 Hours
Details:
Apple reports that this model can provide up to 15 hours of "wireless web" and up to 18 hours of "Apple TV app movie playback." By default, this model is bundled with a MagSafe 3-equipped 30W USB-C Power Adapter, but it could be configured with either a 35W Dual USB-C Port Compact Power Adapter or a 70W USB-C for an extra US20ドル. Curiously, if custom configured with a 512 GB or higher capacity SSD, a choice of either Power Adapter was included at no extra charge.
Also see: Is it possible to replace the battery in the Apple Silicon MacBook Air? How?
Pre-Installed MacOS:
macOS 14.4 (23E214)
Maximum MacOS:
Current
Details:
This model is fully compatible with macOS Sonoma (macOS 14) and macOS Sequoia (macOS 15) as well as the current version of the macOS -- macOS Tahoe (macOS 26).
Also see: Which Macs are compatible with macOS Tahoe (macOS 26)? What are the system requirements? What are the major new features? Do all features work with all supported Macs?
Minimum Windows:
None*
Maximum Windows:
None*
Details:
*Apple Boot Camp is not compatible with this notebook, so it cannot boot Windows. It is capable of running Windows via a third-party virtualization app, though.
MacOS 9 Support:
None
Windows Support:
Virtualization
Details:
For more on running Windows on Macs, please refer to the exhaustive Windows on Mac Q&A.
Dimensions:
0.44 x 11.97 x 8.46
Avg. Weight:
2.7 lbs (1.24 kg)
Details:
In inches while closed - height by width by depth, (1.13 cm x 30.41 cm x 21.5 cm).
Original Price (US):
US1099ドル*
Est. Current Retail:
US850ドル-US900ドル
Details:
*This MacBook Air originally was configured by default with 8 GB of RAM, 256 GB of storage, and a MagSafe 3-equipped 30W USB-C Power Adapter for US1099ドル. On October 30, 2024, Apple bumped the default RAM up to 16 GB, but kept the same US1099ドル price. All color options were the same price, as well.
Photo Credit: Apple, Inc.
