Macs are the leader in the laptop industry thanks to their long list of attributes, from HD graphics to low incidents of viruses, to built-in Apple products like Cloud storage and iTunes, to simple and free upgrades of their operating system. With so many great Mac laptops available, it can be difficult to know which to buy. We’ve compiled a list of three of our favorite options to make your Mac buying process easier than launching an app on a Mac.
The first two MacBook Airs on our list look identical, with a 13.3-inch screen, a MagSafe2 connection, two USB 3ports, a headphone port, and dual mics. The laptops both feature Thunderbolt 2 ports, which deliver up to 20Gbps of bandwidth for each connected device. That means that data is moved up to four times faster than with traditional USB 3 ports. The laptops are also equipped with SDXC card slots and have a PCIe-based flash storage, which is up to 2.5 times faster than previous generation flash storage and runs 22 times faster than traditional hard drives, which means you can quickly start your computer and launch apps without any lag time.
All three laptops are equipped with FaceTime HD camera and a multi-touch trackpad that eliminates the need for an external mouse. Backlit keyboards make typing easy in any setting and stereo speakers deliver clear and crisp audio. The MacBook Airs all have 802.11ac Wi-Fi connectivity and are Bluetooth 4.0, which means you can quickly jump on to any Wi-Fi network for fast and lag-free internet access.
The first two options vary in memory size and processor speed, while the third option is our most affordable thanks to smaller screen size and memory storage. It’s also an older model of the MacBook Air, which helps to offset the costs while still providing LED display technology and a 4GB Ram size.
Ready to find the Mac that works for you? Check out our three great options below.
1. Apple MacBook Air with 1.8GHz Intel Core i5
The Apple MacBook Air with 1.8GHz Intel Core i5 comes with a 13.3-inch screen, Intel 6000 HD Graphics and a Turbo Boost up to 2.9GHz, making this a great laptop for students or those looking for a computer for a home office.
Pros: Watch movies and work on projects with the large 13.3-inch screen with an LED-backlit display. With 12 hours of battery life and 128 GB of storage, this Apple MacBook Air can keep up with just about any job.
Cons: The processor is slower, and the computer has significantly less storage than the model below.
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2. Apple MacBook Air with 2.2GHz Intel Core i7
With a 13.3-inch screen, Intel 6000 HD Graphics and a Turbo Boost up to 3.2 GHz, the Apple MacBook Air with 2.2GHz Intel Core i7 is designed for users for need storage and speed.
Pros: With the Intel Core i7, this MacBook Air is better equipped to handle multimedia multitasking, like computer games with high-end graphics. This MacBook Air also has a considerable amount of memory, with 512GB of storage, significantly more than the other two options, and has the fastest response rate with 2.2GHz.
Cons: It has the highest price point. If you don’t need a ton of storage or a super-fast processor, we recommend the first Apple MacBook Air.
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3. Apple MacBook Air with 1.6GHz Intel Core i5
Built with Intel HD Graphics 6000 graphics processor and 128GB of storage, the 11-inch Apple MacBook Air with 1.6GHz Intel Core i5 is a great option for anyone looking for a compact and reliable laptop.
Pros: The 11-inch Apple MacBook Air has an analog audio out, a single Thunderbolt 2 port, and two USB 3.0 ports, allowing you to connect to various devices. The laptop is equipped with macOS 10.14 Mojave and includes the new MagSafeadapt.
Cons: The screen is much smaller than the first two options and has less storage.
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