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2020 Apple MacBook Air Laptop: Apple M1 Chip, 13” Retina Display, 8GB RAM, 256GB SSD Storage, Backlit Keyboard, FaceTime HD Camera, Touch ID. Works with iPhone/iPad; Space Gray

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Brand	Apple
Model Name	MacBook Air
Screen Size	13.3 Inches
Color	Space Gray
Hard Disk Size	256 GB
CPU Model	Unknown
Ram Memory Installed Size	8 GB
Operating System	Mac OS
Special Feature	Backlit Keyboard
Graphics Card Description	Integrated

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All-Day Battery Life – Go longer than ever with up to 18 hours of battery life.
Powerful Performance – Take on everything from professional-quality editing to action-packed gaming with ease. The Apple M1 chip with an 8-core CPU delivers up to 3.5x faster performance than the previous generation while using way less power.
Superfast Memory – 8GB of unified memory makes your entire system speedy and responsive. That way it can support tasks like memory-hogging multitab browsing and opening a huge graphic file quickly and easily.
Stunning Display – With a 13.3 inch Retina display, images come alive with new levels of realism. Text is sharp and clear, and colors are more vibrant.
Why Mac – Easy to learn. Easy to set up. Astoundingly powerful. Intuitive. Packed with apps to use right out of the box. Mac is designed to let you work, play, and create like never before.
Simply Compatible – All your existing apps work, including Adobe Creative Cloud, Microsoft 365, and Google Drive. Plus you can use your favorite iPhone and iPad apps directly on macOS. Altogether you’ll have access to the biggest collection of apps ever for Mac. All available on the App Store.
Easy to Learn – If you already have an iPhone, MacBook Air feels familiar from the moment you turn it on. And it works perfectly with all your Apple devices. Use your iPad to extend the workspace of your Mac, answer texts and phone calls directly on your Mac, and more.

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Apple MacBook Air 13-inch with Retina display

Display	13.3-inch (diagonal) LED-backlit display with IPS technology; 2560-by-1600 native resolution at 227 pixels per inch with support for millions of colors
Processor	System on Chip (SoC) Apple M1 chip; 8-core CPU with 4 performance cores and 4 efficiency cores; 16-core Neural Engine
Graphics and Video Support	Up to Apple 8-core GPU
Charging and Expansion	Two Thunderbolt / USB 4 ports with support for: Charging, DisplayPort, Thunderbolt 3 (up to 40 Gbps), USB 3.1 Gen 2 (up to 10 Gbps)
Wireless	802.11ax Wi-Fi 6 wireless networking; IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac compatible. Bluetooth 5.0 wireless technology
In the Box	13-inch MacBook Air, 30W USB-C Power Adapter, USB-C Charge Cable (2 m)

Height	0.16–0.63 inch (0.41–1.61 cm)
Width	11.97 inches (30.41 cm)
Depth	8.36 inches (21.24 cm)
Weight	2.8 pounds (1.25 kg)
Release Date	11/10/2020

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MacBook Air

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Customers like the quality, speed, and battery life of the notebook computer. They mention it's an incredible laptop, has the best laptop processor, and the best screen money can buy. Some appreciate the value for money, lightweight design, and ease of use. However, some customers differ on the screen quality.

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323 customers mention "Speed"295 positive28 negative

Customers are satisfied with the speed of the notebook computer. They mention it's blazing fast, runs extremely smoothly, and delivers outstanding performance. Some say it opens applications almost instantly and wakes up instantly.

"...The performance for what you pay for is wonderful - The M1 chip is powerful and allows for multiple tabs to be open...." Read more

"...I tried video editing the other day, and it handles my 4K timeline so easily.Final rating:Build quality: 10/10..." Read more

"...TOUCH ID is great still. Works very fast and the button does not get greasy (which makes it not work well) like the old iPhone home buttons...." Read more

"...that it holds charge for a decent amount of time and it ends up charging very quickly when plugged in...." Read more

322 customers mention "Laptop quality"322 positive0 negative

Customers are satisfied with the quality of the laptop. They mention it has the best laptop processor and the best screen money can buy. Overall, customers say it's a solid choice and a very nice all-around computer for any student from kindergarten to high school.

"...The performance for what you pay for is wonderful - The M1 chip is powerful and allows for multiple tabs to be open...." Read more

"This little laptop is SO good. The keyboard feels phenomenal, I cannot tell there are any pixels on the screen, and the battery has never died on me...." Read more

"...of the M1 processor, which has been proven to be an excellent hardware platform. Now...." Read more

"...Overall, very happy. The MacBook is a solid choice, and I'm glad I just got the Air over the Pro -- I have no need for the larger screen nor the..." Read more

297 customers mention "Battery life"216 positive81 negative

Customers like the battery life of the notebook computer. They mention it has an exceptional battery life and a high capacity.

"...Perfect for Zoom/FaceTime/Google Meet meetings. Amazing battery life, excellent build quality, and great durability...." Read more

"...I cannot tell there are any pixels on the screen, and the battery has never died on me...." Read more

"...Also, noticed how since the update my battery life has decreased...." Read more

"...BATTERY LIFE is fantastic...." Read more

250 customers mention "Functionality"220 positive30 negative

Customers like the functionality of the notebook computer. They mention it runs great, is easy to use, and has plenty of processing power. Some say the keyboard works amazing and the trackpad works well. Additionally, some say the MacBook works quite well with a Dell docking station and helps them get the job done.

"...This excellent little laptop works perfectly for both professional use and recreational use!..." Read more

"...It's great for school and home use...." Read more

"...PERFORMANCE. It works great so far on what I have used it for, which is not terribly a lot, but it is what it is for a laptop using Apple silicon..." Read more

"...And the kicker: battery life is absolutely amazing. As in: seemingly unkillable. It just goes and goes, for hours of normal usage. I love it...." Read more

244 customers mention "Value for money"207 positive37 negative

Customers like the value for money of the notebook computer. They mention it works amazing for the price, saves a lot of money, and is still the best performance for the money. Some say it's a great buy and seems like a very premium product.

"...either for your self or for a remote job, this is a great option at a reasonable price." Read more

"...My only complaint is that the design is a bit "outdated" despite how premium and beautiful it is...." Read more

"...and based on my research on recent macbook models, the price and value was right on this 2020 Macbook Air...." Read more

"...Construction feels like you own something premium and well-made." Read more

195 customers mention "Lightweight"186 positive9 negative

Customers find the notebook computer lightweight. They mention it's easy to carry, performs well in a sleek and portable package, and is a great traveling companion for on-site work. Customers also say movement between different desktops is effortless since there's a keyboard shortcut to switch between them.

"...a 10/10 laptop would recommend it to anyone else looking for a small, portable, and powerful laptop.Speaking of power, this thing FLIES...." Read more

"...Form factor is nice and it is a reasonable weight...." Read more

"...as small as this I like the size of the laptop overall and it’s not too heavy to have to transport so it works perfectly for me...." Read more

"...to an Air model is weird at first because the Air is SO thin and lightweight. It has an extremely slim profile...." Read more

189 customers mention "Ease of use"154 positive35 negative

Customers find the notebook computer easy to use. They mention it's simple, handles every task with ease, and has an excellent complement of Mac software for general purpose use. Some say the setup is very easy and convenient. Customers also say it makes doing school work easy and smooth.

"...Easy and convenient. The mag-safe charger on this computer requires an additional push to be plugged in fully...." Read more

"...for 8 or more hours before needing charge, it is lightweight and easy to use." Read more

"...Buying it on Amazon saved me money and was very convenient and quick." Read more

"...editing videos, coding, or browsing the web, the MacBook M1 handles every task with ease...." Read more

306 customers mention "Screen quality"212 positive94 negative

Customers have mixed opinions about the screen quality of the notebook computer. Some mention it has great quality, while others say the camera quality is poor and there are no noticeable improvements in performance or display quality.

"...Amazing battery life, excellent build quality, and great durability. The battery is excellently working even after 4+ years now." Read more

"...The build quality is excellent. The solid metal construction simply cannot be broken under normal use. It's great for school and home use...." Read more

"...- WEBCAM still sucks. Still low resolution and just does not look good in FaceTime, Teams, etc...." Read more

"...The aluminum housing is beautifully machined and finished, the keyboard has a very nice touch, the battery seems to charge quickly, and the Air is..." Read more

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Anna

Excellent laptop! Convenient, easy-to-carry, lightweight, and fully functional!

Reviewed in the United States on October 8, 2024

Color: GoldSet: Without AppleCare+Verified Purchase

I bought this laptop new. I replaced my 2017 PC due to its age/wear. I did my research, found the M1 and M2 base models were similar in performance/specs so decided on the M1 due to price. This excellent little laptop works perfectly for both professional use and recreational use! I have high standards for technology and performance, and this laptop excellently meets my standards! The performance for what you pay for is wonderful - The M1 chip is powerful and allows for multiple tabs to be open. Perfect for Zoom/FaceTime/Google Meet meetings. Amazing battery life, excellent build quality, and great durability. The battery is excellently working even after 4+ years now.

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Sarika dawar

Absolutely wonderful little laptop

Reviewed in the United States on April 13, 2024

Color: SilverSet: Without AppleCare+Verified Purchase

This little laptop is SO good. The keyboard feels phenomenal, I cannot tell there are any pixels on the screen, and the battery has never died on me. The screen was weird, but since it was under warranty Apple replaced it for free. The build quality is excellent. The solid metal construction simply cannot be broken under normal use. It's great for school and home use. The only issue with gaming is that it overheats, and of course, not very many games are available on the Mac, so not the computer's fault. This is a 10/10 laptop would recommend it to anyone else looking for a small, portable, and powerful laptop.

Speaking of power, this thing FLIES. It handles any task I throw at it. I tried video editing the other day, and it handles my 4K timeline so easily.

Final rating:
Build quality: 10/10
Keyboard: 10/10
Display: 10/10
Gaming: 8/10
Performance: 10/10

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Impetigo

Awesome notebook computer!

Reviewed in the United States on December 2, 2020

Color: Space GraySet: Without AppleCare+Verified Purchase

I have two MacBook Airs (MBA), a 13" and a 11, both with the previous form factor (the wide, body colored bezel around the screen, 1280x800 resolution) and this new 13" MBA improves upon it in every way (almost) and makes it nearly perfect.

Good:

- SCREEN looks great! 2560x1600 resolution is bright and sharp and looks good with the thin black bezel. I usually don't go above 50% brightness.

- KEYBOARD is good. Some have mentioned that it still sucks, but I find it much better than the older MBAs that I own and better than say, the Magic Keyboard. Even with a thin silicone keyboard cover I find the typing experience to be much better and I can type faster and with fewer mistakes.

- BATTERY LIFE is fantastic. Haven't done any real testing yet and obviously it depends on a lot of factors (wifi usage, video streaming, HD vs 4k video viewing/processing/etc., screen brightness, type of app being used, etc.) but for my usage (mostly web browsing, video viewing on YouTube, accessing VPN for work (Citrix, EPIC), etc., it has been great. Easily tops 10 hours and super impressed so far.

- LOOKS GREAT. Love the newer (I know that the actual exterior design is a few years old by now) design, looks and feels great. Form factor is nice and it is a reasonable weight.

- NO FAN. That's awesome, as it not only stays quiet all the time but you also do not need to worry about blocking any fan vents on the bottom or back of the case while you have it on your lap. Pretty amazing really for a laptop to have no fans.

- PERFORMANCE. It works great so far on what I have used it for, which is not terribly a lot, but it is what it is for a laptop using Apple silicon for the first time. For just day to day use and things like Chrome, Office (Word, Excel), Citirx, EPIC, etc., it has been super smooth and fast. Have not tried gaming yet but do not have high hopes given it is the base model with 7-core GPU. Also, things like start up are noticeably faster with the M1 versus my 2020 iMac 27" (top end) with Intel chips.

- TOUCH ID is great still. Works very fast and the button does not get greasy (which makes it not work well) like the old iPhone home buttons. On the other hand, it should really have Face ID at this point.

- APPLE ECOSYSTEM is great as usual and a real reason to get this MBA. Apple Watch easily unlocks it (so you do not really need Face ID if you have the watch). You can easily send/receive files using AirDrop or cast using AirPlay. And so on and so forth.

- BIG SUR comes preinstalled but you need to update to get 11.0.1.

NOT GOOD:

- WEBCAM still sucks. Still low resolution and just does not look good in FaceTime, Teams, etc. Shame that Apple is so slow to upgrade webcams on the Macs (the 27" iMac FINALLY upgraded to 1080p front cams only a couple months ago... I got one and it looks so much better than this MBA's camera).

- ONLY 2 PORTS. Sad that this thing has only 2 USB-C ports (that cover thunderbolt 3, USB 3.1, charging, DisplayPort). Given that it is used to charge, it leaves only one USB-C port for other use, pretty lame. I wish they had squeezed (I think it would fit) a USB-A port so that I could plug in my wireless mouse USB-A dongle as I have never liked any bluetooth mouse, or at least one more USB-C port.

- NEW TECH (Apple silicon) means the M1-optimized apps are still being rolled out, e.g. Photoshop still not available at release.

- BATTERY still cannot be removed, no surprise here, but means that like all Apple mobile tech it will have a useable lifespan determined at least partly by the non-removable battery. Easier to have an iPhone's battery replaced than a MBA I would imagine but hopefully it maintains a high level of performance for 4 years at the minimum.

OVERALL:

A few negatives (mostly the webcam) but enough significant improvements that this MBA is really a no-brainer for anyone needing a non-power notebook compute, especially if s/he is already in the Apple ecosystem. Love it so far!

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Elle

Avert Your Eyes!

Reviewed in the United States on July 23, 2024

Color: SilverSet: Without AppleCare+Verified Purchase

Just kidding. If you do that, how will you be able to read my fantastic review.

So this is actually my first laptop. I’ve never been able to afford one and recently got a work from home job that required one. I wasn’t sure what to look for buying a laptop.

I read reviews on several different styles of Mac, and went with this, as it seemed to be the best value for the price. Knowing it was an older version I was fine with that as I wasn’t looking for top-of-the-line for what I’m using it for.

Something to consider is that the screen is fairly small. my coworkers are surprised that I’m able to use a screen as small as this I like the size of the laptop overall and it’s not too heavy to have to transport so it works perfectly for me.

I would say that it holds charge for a decent amount of time and it ends up charging very quickly when plugged in. I like the appearance I like the fact that it connects with my iPhone. It was a new experience for me being able to read and respond to text on a laptop and it’s some thing that I enjoy doing.

I can’t speak to any other functions that people might consider when buying a laptop as I’m not doing anything Very exciting with this. However, I would say if you’re looking for a basic laptop either for your self or for a remote job, this is a great option at a reasonable price.

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Donny L

pinnacle of laptop technology

Reviewed in Canada on May 8, 2024

Color: Space GraySet: Without AppleCare+Verified Purchase

The Apple 2020 MacBook Air continues to reign supreme as a pinnacle of laptop technology, even as the M4 chip enters the scene. Powered by the groundbreaking Apple M1 chip, this sleek and lightweight device delivers unparalleled performance and efficiency, setting a new standard for excellence in computing.

Despite the recent debut of the M4 chip, the MacBook Air stands as a testament to its enduring power and capabilities. With its seamless integration of hardware and software, the M1 chip ensures lightning-fast responsiveness and silky-smooth multitasking, making every task a breeze.

Featuring a stunning 13" Retina display, the MacBook Air mesmerizes with vibrant colors and razor-sharp detail, providing an immersive visual experience for work, entertainment, and everything in between. Combined with 8GB of RAM and 256GB SSD storage, this laptop offers ample power and space to tackle even the most demanding projects with ease.

The backlit keyboard and Touch ID sensor enhance usability and security, while the FaceTime HD camera enables crystal-clear video calls. And with seamless compatibility with iPhone and iPad, you can effortlessly sync your devices and access your content wherever you go.

Finished in sleek Space Gray with an English keyboard layout, the MacBook Air exudes sophistication and elegance. Whether you're a student, professional, or creative enthusiast, this laptop is designed to inspire and empower you to achieve your goals.

The Apple 2020 MacBook Air remains a force to be reckoned with, even in the face of newer chip technologies. With its powerful performance, stunning display, and seamless integration with the Apple ecosystem, it's the perfect companion for those who demand nothing but the best.

Gabriela Coelho Machado

Leve, bom e rápido

Reviewed in Brazil on April 20, 2022

Color: SilverSet: Without AppleCare+Verified Purchase

Atende bem as expectativas. Design leve e prático. Processador rápido e desempenha todas as funções esperadas.

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Rodrigo Nahid

Bom para programadores

Reviewed in Brazil on March 30, 2022

Color: Space GraySet: Without AppleCare+Verified Purchase

É tudo o que promete, desempenho, bateria, tela, teclado, sistema operacional, gerenciamento de memória, porém já vou te avisar sobre alguns detalhes:
- A tela dele suja, e pra limpar é um pesadelo, a ponto de você tentar limpar e a tela ficar mais suja do que já estava, parece até que está estragando, fica tudo manchado depois (todos meus colegas que tem mac concordam)
- Monitores externos ficam com a imagem estranha, meio pixelada, provavelmente aconteça se seu monitor for de 1080p (alguns colegas também relataram). Se você tiver algum problema com monitor e ele tiver entrada DisplayPort, recomendo usar com o cabo Displayport para Thunderbolt.
Acredito que um dos problemas com a qualidade da imagem no monitor externo seja contraste entre telas, já que a tela do macbook é muito superior, ou pelo fato do sistema operacional da Apple ser voltado à telas retina, com altíssima resolução e muitos detalhes, diferente do Windows e outros.

- Só tive tramentos quando abri o Android studio com emulador iOS e mais diversas IDEs e servidores simultaneamente. (Peguei pesado)
Se você for dev React Native ou Flutter esse computador é perfeito, pois você pode usar o simulador iOS, que é muito leve.
Se você for trabalhar especialmente com Android, recomendo o de 16gb, porque você vai ter que racionar memória

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Gabriela

É caro? Sim. Mas vale cada centavo desse investimento! (vendedor mega atencioso e certinho)

Reviewed in Brazil on August 25, 2021

Color: GoldSet: Without AppleCare+Verified Purchase

Primeiro queria falar do vendedor que foi SUPER atencioso comigo. Eu tinha muita urgência nesse macbook porque precisava trabalhar e estava sem computador. Mandei mensagem pra eles pedindo se poderiam me ajudar, enviando o mais rápido possível, e pra minha surpresa eles responderam na hora, agilizando o processo e a entrega. Chegou em 3 dias úteis, a partir da data da compra, se não me engano. O motoboy só entregou o produto quando EU desci, com documento em mãos, e assinei pela entrega. O que foi incrível porque você não tem perigo de perder o produto, fica super confiante né, afinal é um produto mega caro pra que seja perdido no meio do caminho...
E aí sobre o produto, bom, não tem muito o que falar né. Quem tem produtos Apple sabe a qualidade de tudo que eles fazem. Estou com ele há 1 semana, usando insanamente pro trabalho e ele não falhou uma única vez. A bateria dura MUITO, a cor é linda, veio tudo embaladinho e lacrado, com NF já no pacote do lado de fora pra não ter erro.
Legal também que quando você cadastra seu macbook ele te dá 1 ano de Apple TV e 3 meses de Apple Arcade.
É um alto investimento? Sim. Mas se você precisa do computador como ferramenta de trabalho, como eu, vale cada centavo.

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DIONE GOMES DA SILVA

Produto excelente

Reviewed in Brazil on May 16, 2024

Color: GoldSet: Without AppleCare+Verified Purchase

Ótima compra produto como descrito

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