Introduction Date:
March 5, 2025
Discontinued Date:
N/A
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 5, 2025; it was first available in stores and orders started to arrive on March 12, 2025.
Also see: All Macs introduced in 2025.
Processors:
1 (10 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 Mac16,12 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 Mac16,12 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 Mac16,12 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 Mac16,12 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):
2605 (3721 GB 6)
Geekbench 5 (MC):
12650 (14684 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 Mac16,12 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:
4.4 GHz
Processor Type:
Apple M4
Details:
This model is powered by a 3 nm, 64-bit Apple M4 processor (SoC) with ten cores (4 performance cores, 6 efficiency cores). Third-party software reports that it has a variable clockspeed around 4.4 GHz.
This model also has an 8-core GPU, a 16-core Neural Engine, and 120 GB/s of memory bandwidth.
Turbo Boost:
N/A
Custom Speeds:
GPU*
Details:
*This model also can be custom configured with an Apple M4 10-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 x4, 128k+64k x6*
L2/L3 Cache:
16 MB x4, 4 MB x6*
Details:
*Third-party analysis has determined that the Apple M4 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:
*By default, this model has 16 GB of "unified" onboard memory.
Standard RAM:
16 GB*
Maximum RAM:
32 GB*
Details:
*16 GB of "unified" RAM is onboard by default. At the time of purchase, it also can be custom configured with 24 GB or 32 GB of RAM for an additional US200ドル or US400,ドル respectively, but this also automatically configures the notebook with a 10-Core GPU, as well.
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:
16 GB*
RAM Slots:
None
Details:
*There are no RAM slots. 16 GB of "unified" RAM is onboard by default. At the time of purchase, it also can be custom configured with 24 GB or 32 GB of RAM for an additional US200ドル or US400,ドル respectively. Custom configuring this notebook with additional RAM automatically equips it with a 10-Core GPU, as well.
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 x2
Details:
*This model supports full native resolution on the interior display and "up to" two 6016x3384 (6K) external displays 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 can 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 configures 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 4/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 2025 M4
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 -- light "Sky Blue", dark blue "Midnight, silver, and a warm gray "Starlight".
Apple Order No:
MC6T4LL/A*
Apple Subfamily:
13-Inch, M4, 2025
Details:
*MC6T4LL/A refers to this MacBook Air in light "Sky Blue" color. In dark blue "Midnight" is MW123LL/A; in warm gray "Starlight" is MW0Y3LL/A; and in classic silver it is MW0W3LL/A.
Apple Model No:
A3240 (EMC 8781*)
Model ID:
Mac16,12
Details:
*This EMC number is not externally printed; it is listed in software.
Also see: All Macs with the A3240 Model Number, the 8781* EMC Number, and the Mac16,12 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:
53.8 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 video streaming. By default, this model is bundled with a MagSafe 3-equipped 30W USB-C Power Adapter, but it can 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 is 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 15.3 (24D2059)
Maximum MacOS:
Current
Details:
This model is fully compatible with 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):
US999ドル*
Est. Current Retail:
US999ドル*
Details:
*If configured by default with 16 GB of RAM, 256 GB of storage, and a MagSafe 3-equipped 30W USB-C Power Adapter, it costs US999ドル. All color options are the same price.
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