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MacBook Air 13″ M5 16/512GB


Key Features

  • Apple M5 chip, 10-core CPU & GPU
  • 16GB unified memory
  • 512GB SSD storage
  • 13.6-inch Liquid Retina display
  • 500 nits brightness, P3 wide color
  • 18-hour battery life
  • Touch ID security
  • Ultra-lightweight design (1.23 kg)
  • macOS Tahoe with Apple Intelligence

KSh174,999.00

MacBook Air 13″ M5 16/512GB

The MacBook Air 13″ M5 is designed to deliver uncompromising performance in a slim, lightweight body. With Apple’s latest M5 chip, a vibrant 13.6-inch Liquid Retina display, and all-day battery life, it blends portability with power. Whether you’re editing videos, coding, or managing everyday tasks, this laptop ensures speed, efficiency, and elegance in one package.

 

Detailed Specifications

Category Details
Model MacBook Air 13-inch (2026, M5 Chip)
Processor (CPU) Apple M5 chip – 10-core CPU (4 performance + 6 efficiency cores)
Graphics (GPU) Up to 10-core GPU with hardware-accelerated ray tracing
Neural Engine 16-core Neural Engine, optimized for Apple Intelligence (AI tasks)
Memory (RAM) 16GB unified memory (configurable up to 32GB)
Storage 512GB SSD (configurable up to 4TB)
Display 13.6-inch Liquid Retina, 2560×1664 resolution, 500 nits brightness, P3 wide color, True Tone
Operating System macOS Tahoe (with Apple Intelligence integration)
Battery Life Up to 18 hours video playback, 15 hours wireless web
Charging MagSafe 3 charging port
Connectivity 2× Thunderbolt / USB 4 ports, Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.3
Audio Four-speaker sound system with Spatial Audio, three-mic array
Camera 1080p FaceTime HD camera
Security Touch ID integrated into keyboard
Design & Build Aluminum unibody, fanless design, ultra-lightweight (~1.23 kg)
Colors Available Midnight, Starlight, Silver, Sky Blue
Dimensions 11.3 mm thin, 304.1 mm × 215 mm footprint
Weight ~1.23 kg (2.7 lbs)

 

Key Features

  • Processor: Apple M5 chip with 10-core CPU (4 performance + 6 efficiency cores) and up to 10-core GPU.
  • Neural Engine: 16-core Neural Engine with hardware-accelerated ray tracing and AI performance up to 4x faster than M4.
  • Memory: 16GB unified memory (configurable up to 32GB).
  • Storage: 512GB SSD (expandable up to 4TB).
  • Display: 13.6-inch Liquid Retina, 2560×1664 resolution, 500 nits brightness, P3 wide color, True Tone, supports 1 billion colors.
  • Battery Life: Up to 18 hours video playback, 15 hours wireless web.
  • Operating System: macOS Tahoe with Apple Intelligence integration.
  • Design: Ultra-lightweight at ~1.23 kg, available in Sky Blue, Silver, Starlight, and Midnight.
  • Security: Touch ID, ambient light sensor.
  • Connectivity: MagSafe charging, Thunderbolt/USB 4 ports, Wi-Fi 6E.

 

Why It’s Worth Buying

  • Powerful performance – the M5 chip delivers faster speeds for productivity and creative workflows.
  • Future-ready AI capabilities – optimized for Apple Intelligence, making tasks smarter and faster.
  • Portability without compromise – lightweight design with premium build quality.
  • All-day battery life – up to 18 hours ensures uninterrupted work or entertainment.
  • Vivid display – Liquid Retina with P3 wide color for accurate visuals, ideal for designers and media professionals.
  • Silent efficiency – fanless design keeps it cool and quiet.
  • Balanced price-to-performance ratio – more affordable than MacBook Pro but powerful enough for demanding tasks.

 Comparison with Previous Versions

Feature MacBook Air M4 (2025) MacBook Air M5 (2026)
Chip Apple M4, 8-core CPU Apple M5, 10-core CPU
GPU Up to 8-core GPU Up to 10-core GPU
AI Performance 2x faster than M3 4x faster than M4
Battery Life 17 hours 18 hours
Display 13.6-inch Liquid Retina Same, but improved color accuracy
Storage Options Up to 2TB Up to 4TB
Weight ~1.24 kg ~1.23 kg
The MacBook Air 13″ M5 16/512GB is available now at Gadget Central Ltd, Nairobi’s trusted tech destination. 📍 Visit us in-store or shop online 📞 Call: +254 712834056 🌐 Website: Gadget Central Ltd.
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