MacBook Air M4 15" — Review, Price, Where to Buy

Name: MacBook Air M4 15"
Brand: Apple

Our Verdict

The best ultrabook for most people. Incredible battery life, completely silent, gorgeous display. The only real drawback is the price and limited port selection.

Detailed Scores

Performance 90

Display 95

Battery 93

Build Quality 95

Value for Money 78

Connectivity 72

Pros & Cons

Pros

18-hour battery life
Fanless, completely silent
Stunning Liquid Retina display
Incredible M4 performance
Premium aluminum build

Cons

Only 2 USB-C ports
Base model has only 256GB
Expensive starting price
No HDMI or SD card slot

Specifications

Processor Apple M4 (10-core)

Graphics Apple M4 (10-core GPU)

RAM 16 GB unified

Storage 256 GB SSD

Display 15.3" Liquid Retina, 2880x1864, 500 nits, P3

Battery 66.5 Wh, up to 18h

Weight 1.51 kg

Ports 2x USB-C (Thunderbolt 4), MagSafe, 3.5mm

Operating System macOS Sequoia

Connectivity Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.3

Where to Buy

Prices are approximate and may vary. Last checked:

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the MacBook Air M4 good for video editing?

Yes, the M4 chip handles 4K editing smoothly in Final Cut Pro and DaVinci Resolve. For heavy 8K workflows, consider the MacBook Pro instead.

Should I get the 13-inch or 15-inch model?

The 15-inch is better for productivity and media consumption thanks to the larger display. The 13-inch is more portable and slightly cheaper.

Is 256GB enough storage?

For most users, 256GB is tight. We recommend upgrading to 512GB, especially if you work with photos, videos, or large files.