MacBook Air 13-Inch, M4, 2025

MacBook Air 13-Inch, M4, 2025

MacBook Air

Currently Available
Released: March 5, 2025
United States: 999Japan: 164800

Overview

The Apple MacBook Air "M4" 10-Core CPU/8-Core GPU 13-Inch (2025) model is powered by a 4.4 GHz Apple M4 processor, which includes 10 cores (4 performance cores and 6 efficiency cores), an 8-core GPU, and a 16-core Neural Engine. It has 16 GB of "unified" default onboard RAM and a 256 GB onboard SSD. Both the RAM and SSD can be configured with higher capacities at the time of the initial notebook purchase (which also automatically upgrades the integrated GPU to a 10-core version), but neither the RAM nor the SSD can be upgraded later.


This is all housed within a uniformly thin aluminum case that contains an integrated 1080p HD 12-megapixel "Center Stage" webcam with "Desk View" support, a four-speaker sound system, Touch ID, a backlit "Magic Keyboard," a large "Force Touch" trackpad, and a high-resolution 13.6-inch LED-backlit 2560x1664 (224 ppi, 500 nits) "Liquid Retina" display with Wide Color (P3) and True Tone technology.


The aluminum case is available in four colors: light "Sky Blue" (pictured, left), dark blue "Midnight," a warm gray "Starlight," and classic silver, and it weighs 2.7 pounds (1.24 kg). Apple estimates a battery life of 15-18 hours, depending on the task. By default, it comes with a MagSafe 3-equipped 30W USB-C power adapter. However, for an additional US$20, it can be configured with a 35W Dual USB-C Port Compact Power Adapter or a fast-charge 70W USB-C Power Adapter.


Connectivity includes 802.11ax Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.3, two Thunderbolt 4/USB 4 ports (USB-C connector), and a 3.5 mm headphone jack.


In comparison to their M3 predecessors, the MacBook Air "M4" models use the same housings but feature a faster architecture, a higher-quality webcam, increased external display support, a new color option (Sky Blue), and lower pricing.

Evaluation

The base M4 MacBook Air was received as a remarkable step up, with the new 10-core CPU architecture delivering a significant performance uplift even in the entry-level configuration. Reviewers noted how efficiently the M4 handled everyday tasks and more demanding applications, all while maintaining excellent battery life. Key upgrades like the superior 'Center Stage' webcam and enhanced dual-display support were highly praised. While the 8-core GPU was sufficient for most, the overall package was seen as a powerful and future-proof entry into the M4 generation, offering substantial improvements over its M3 predecessor.

Product Info

Product Info Table
Model IDMac16,12
Apple Model NoA3240 (EMC 8781*)
Apple Order NoMC6T4LL/A
Apple Subfamily13-Inch, M4, 2025

Price

Price Table
Original Price (US)999
United States999
Australia1699
Austria1199
Belgium1199
Brazil12999
Canada1399
China7999
Denmark9499
Finland1259
France1199
Germany1199
Hong Kong7999
India99900
IndonesiaPending
Ireland1249
Italy1249
Japan164800
Korea1590000
Luxembourg115936
Malaysia4499
Mexico24999
Netherlands1199
New Zealand1999
Norway14990
Portugal1249
Singapore1499
Spain1199
Sweden14995
Switzerland1049
Taiwan34900
Thailand34900
The Philippines64990
United Kingdom999
Vietnam26999000

Body

Body Table
Form FactorMacBook Air 2025 M4
Case TypeNotebook
Dimensions0.44 x 11.97 x 8.46 in / 1.12 x 30.40 x 21.49 cm
Avg. Weight2.7 lbs / 1.24 kg

Platform

Platform Table
Processor TypeApple M4
Processor Speed4.4 GHz
Processors1 (10 Cores)
Custom SpeedsGPU
Architecture64-Bit
System Bus SpeedN/A
L1 Cache192k+128k x4, 128k+64k x6
L2/L3 Cache16 MB x4, 4 MB x6
FPUIntegrated
ROM/Firmware TypeProprietary
EFI Architecture64-Bit
Geekbench 4 (SC)Pending
Geekbench 4 (MC)Pending
Geekbench 5 (SC)2605 (3721 GB 6)
Geekbench 5 (MC)12650 (14684 GB 6)

Memory

Memory Table
Standard RAM16 GB
Maximum RAM32 GB
RAM TypeUnified
Motherboard RAM16 GB

Storage

Storage Table
Standard Storage256 GB SSD
Std. Storage SpeedOnboard
Storage InterfaceOnboard
Storage DimensionsSoldered

Display

Display Table
Built-in Display13.6" 16:10
Native Resolution2560x1664
Video Card8-Core
Standard VRAMIntegrated
Maximum VRAMIntegrated
VRAM TypeIntegrated
2nd Display SupportDual/Mirroring
2nd Max. Resolution6016x3384 x2
Video (Monitor)2 (Thunderbolt/USB 4)

Audio

Audio Table
Microphone3 (Internal)
Headphone1
Sound OutNone

Wired Connectivity

Wired Connectivity Table
USB Ports2* (4)
USB2* (4)
Standard EthernetNone

Wireless Connectivity

Wireless Connectivity Table
Standard AirPort802.11ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Standard Bluetooth5.3

Power

Power Table
Battery Type53.8 W h Li-Poly
Battery Life15-18 Hours
Power Adapter1

Software

Software Table
Pre-Installed MacOSmacOS 15.3 (24D2059)
Maximum MacOSCurrent
Windows SupportVirtualization
Minimum WindowsNone
Maximum WindowsNone

Accessories

Accessories Table
Incl. KeyboardFull-size (Magic Keyboard)
Incl. InputTrackpad (Force Touch)

Upgrades

Upgrades Table
Processor UpgradeSoldered