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MacBook Air 13 (2018)

Apple MacBook Air 13 (2018), Redesigned Retina Display Ultraportable Laptop Powered by Intel Core i5 Processors, Featuring Touch ID, Butterfly Keyboard, and USB-C/Thunderbolt 3 Ports.

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Overview

The Apple MacBook Air 13 (2018) introduced a massive redesign to the iconic air line, incorporating a stunning Retina display, Touch ID security, Force Touch trackpad, and versatile Thunderbolt 3 (USB-C) ports inside a 100% recycled aluminum chassis.

A comprehensive overview of its design, specifications, software, and features includes:

1. Design and Build

  • Form Factor: Modernized tapered wedge aluminum silhouette featuring thinner bezels and improved ergonomic handling.
  • Dimensions & Weight: Height: 0.15–0.61 inch (0.41–1.56 cm); Width: 11.97 inches (30.41 cm); Depth: 8.36 inches (21.24 cm); Weight: 2.75 pounds (1.25 kg).
  • Materials: Custom-designed aluminum alloy created from 100% recycled aluminum.

2. Performance and Processing

  • Processor: Powered by 8th Generation Intel Core i5 dual-core processors (1.6GHz with Turbo Boost up to 3.6GHz).
  • Graphics: Integrated Intel UHD Graphics 617 supporting external 4K displays and eGPUs.
  • Unified/System Memory: Configured with 8GB or 16GB of 2133MHz LPDDR3 onboard memory.
  • Storage: Ultra-fast SSD storage options starting from 128GB up to 1.5TB.

3. Connectivity and Expansion

  • Ports: Two versatile Thunderbolt 3 (USB-C) ports supporting charging, DisplayPort, Thunderbolt (up to 40 Gbps), and USB 3.1 Gen 2 (up to 10 Gbps), plus a 3.5mm headphone jack.
  • Wireless: 802.11ac Wi-Fi wireless networking and Bluetooth 4.2 technology.

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Technical Specifications

Building upon the foundational overview, this technical deep-dive specification sheet provides a granular look at the hardware architecture, port configurations, and system metrics of the Apple MacBook Air 13 (2018).

1. Display Specifications

  • Screen Size: 13.3-inch (diagonal) LED-backlit Retina display with IPS technology
  • Resolution: 2560 by 1600 native resolution at 227 pixels per inch with support for millions of colors and True Tone technology

2. Processor and Graphics

  • Processor: 1.6GHz dual-core Intel Core i5 (Turbo Boost up to 3.6GHz) with 4MB L3 cache
  • Graphics Processor: Intel UHD Graphics 617
  • Security: Integrated Touch ID sensor powered by the Apple T2 Security Chip

3. Storage and Memory

  • Memory: 8GB or 16GB of 2133MHz LPDDR3 onboard memory
  • Storage: 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, or 1.5TB PCIe-based SSD storage

4. Connections and Expansion

  • I/O Ports: 2x Thunderbolt 3 (USB-C) ports with support for charging, DisplayPort, Thunderbolt, and USB.
  • Audio: Stereo speakers with wider stereo sound, three array microphones, and 3.5mm headphone jack.

5. Operating System Support

  • Compatibility: Ships with macOS and supports subsequent major macOS updates.