Apple MacBook Air "M1" 8 CPU/7 GPU 13" Specs
Identifiers: M1, 2020 - MGN63LL/A* - MacBookAir10,1 - A2337 - 3598
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The Apple MacBook Air "M1" 8-Core CPU/7-Core GPU 13-Inch (2020) model features a 5-nm 3.2 GHz Apple M1 processor with 8 cores (4 performance cores and 4 efficiency cores), a 7-core GPU, a 16-core Neural Engine, 8 GB of onboard RAM, and a 256 GB onboard SSD (a 128 GB education-only model also was available). Both the RAM and the SSD could be upgraded at the time of initial system purchase, but not subsequently.
This all is tucked in a thin wedge-shaped aluminum case with an integrated 720p "FaceTime HD" webcam, Touch ID, a backlit "Magic Keyboard" with a "scissor mechanism", a large "Force Touch" trackpad, and a high-resolution 13.3" LED-backlit 2560x1600 (227 ppi, 400 nits) "Retina" display with True Tone technology.
The aluminum case is available in three color options -- gold (pictured, left), silver, and a darker "Space Gray" (but not other colors) and weighs 2.8 pounds (1.29 kg). Apple estimates battery life at 15-18 hours depending on the task performed.
Connectivity includes 802.11ax Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5, two Thunderbolt 3/USB 4 ports (USB-C connector), and a 3.5 mm headphone jack.
Compared to its predecessor, the "2020, M1" MacBook Air models look nearly identical, but have a completely different internal architecture.
Also see:
- What are all the differences between the "2020 M1" Apple Silicon MacBook Air models? Which is best? (In-Depth)
- What are all the differences between the "2020 M1" Apple Silicon MacBook Air and the also "2020" MacBook Air it replaced? (In-Depth)
- What are the "pros and cons" of the Apple Silicon MacBook Air? Is it for me? (Quick Read)
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| Introduction Date: |
November 10, 2020* |
Discontinued Date: |
N/A** |
| Details: |
The "Introduction Date" refers to the date a model was introduced via press release. The "Discontinued Date" refers to the date a model either was replaced by a subsequent system or production otherwise ended.
*This model was introduced and made available for pre-order on November 10, 2020. It was available in stores and started to arrive to customers on November 17, 2020.
**Apple discontinued this model on March 4, 2024, but on March 15, 2024, Walmart started selling it again -- new -- "the first time customers can purchase a Mac directly from Walmart" for US$699. Unusually, it appears that Apple resumed production of new inventory of this model for Walmart (instead of just selling off unsold inventory of a discontinued model or offering refurb models).
Also see: All Macs introduced in 2020. |
| Processors: |
1 (8 Cores) |
Architecture: |
64-Bit |
| Geekbench 2 (32): |
N/A |
Geekbench 2 (64): |
N/A |
| Details: |
The Geekbench 2 benchmark does not support this Mac. These numbers reflect an average of user provided 32-bit and 64-bit results as submitted to the Geekbench website. Higher numbers are better.
You also might be interested in reviewing all 32-bit and 64-bit Geekbench 2 user submissions for Macs with the MacBookAir10,1 Model Identifier, which may include multiple models.
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| Geekbench 3 (32): |
N/A |
Geekbench 3 (32): |
N/A |
| Details: |
Geekbench 3 does not support this Mac. Both numbers reflect an average of user provided results as submitted to the Geekbench website. Higher numbers are better.
You also might be interested in reviewing all 32-bit single core and multicore Geekbench 3 user submissions for Macs with the MacBookAir10,1 Model Identifier, which may include multiple models.
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| Geekbench 3 (64): |
N/A |
Geekbench 3 (64): |
N/A |
| Details: |
Geekbench 3 does not support this Mac. Both numbers reflect an average of user provided results as submitted to the Geekbench website. Higher numbers are better.
You also might be interested in reviewing all 64-bit single core and multicore Geekbench 3 user submissions for Macs with the MacBookAir10,1 Model Identifier, which may include multiple models.
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| Geekbench 4 (SC): |
5698* |
Geekbench 4 (MC): |
22019* |
| Details: |
*The Geekbench 4 benchmark is running under the Rosetta 2 environment on this model. Both numbers reflect an average of user provided results as submitted to the Geekbench website. Higher numbers are better.
You also might be interested in reviewing all single core and multicore Geekbench 4 user submissions for Macs with the MacBookAir10,1 Model Identifier, which may include multiple models.
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| Geekbench 5 (SC): |
1678 |
Geekbench 5 (MC): |
7225 |
| Details: |
These Geekbench 5 benchmarks are are for a single processor core and all processor cores, respectively. All Geekbench 5 benchmarks for the Mac are 64-bit. Both numbers reflect an average of user provided results as submitted to the Geekbench website. Higher numbers are better.
You also might be interested in reviewing all single core and multicore Geekbench 5 user submissions for Macs with the MacBookAir10,1 Model Identifier, which may include multiple models.
To dynamically compare Geekbench 5 results from different Macs side-by-side, see EveryMac.com's Ultimate Mac Comparison. |
| Processor Speed: |
3.2 GHz |
Processor Type: |
Apple M1 |
| Details: |
This model is powered by a 5 nm, 64-bit Apple M1 processor (SoC) with eight cores (4 performance cores, 4 efficiency cores). Third-party software reports that it has a clockspeed of 3.2 GHz. This model also has a 7-core GPU and a 16-core Neural Engine.
Also see: How fast is the "2020 M1" Apple Silicon MacBook Air compared to earlier MacBook Air models? How fast is it compared to the MacBook Pro? |
| Turbo Boost: |
N/A |
Custom Speeds: |
N/A |
| Processor Upgrade: |
Soldered |
FPU: |
Integrated |
| System Bus Speed: |
N/A* |
Cache Bus Speed: |
N/A |
| Details: |
*This system does not have a traditional system bus; it uses an integrated SoC (system-on-a-chip). |
| ROM/Firmware Type: |
Proprietary |
EFI Architecture: |
64-Bit |
| L1 Cache: |
192k+128k, 128k+64k x4* |
L2/L3 Cache: |
12 MB, 4 MB x4* |
| Details: |
*Third-party analysis from Anandtech has determined that the Apple M1 SoC in this model has a 192k+128k L1 cache per performance core and a 128k+64k L1 cache per efficiency core. Each performance core reportedly also has a 12 MB L2 cache and each efficiency core reportedly has a 4 MB L2 cache. |
| RAM Type: |
Unified* |
Min. RAM Speed: |
N/A |
| Details: |
*Shipped standard with 8 GB of "unified" onboard memory. |
| Standard RAM: |
8 GB* |
Maximum RAM: |
16 GB* |
| Details: |
*8 GB of "unified" RAM is onboard by default. At the time of system purchase, it could be upgraded to 16 GB of RAM for an additional US$200. The RAM cannot be upgraded later.
Also see: Actual Max RAM of All G3 & Later Macs. |
| Motherboard RAM: |
8 GB* |
RAM Slots: |
None |
| Details: |
*There are no RAM slots. 8 GB of "unified" RAM is onboard by default. At the time of system purchase, it could be configured with 16 GB of RAM for an additional US$200, but it cannot be upgraded subsequently. |
| Video Card: |
7-Core |
VRAM Type: |
Integrated |
| Details: |
This model has an integrated Apple GPU with 7-cores. |
| Standard VRAM: |
Integrated |
Maximum VRAM: |
Integrated |
| Details: |
The 7-Core GPU is integrated with the SoC. |
| Built-in Display: |
13.3" 16:10 |
Native Resolution: |
2560x1600 |
| Details: |
13.3" color widescreen LED-backlit "Retina" display with IPS and True Tone technology. It has a 2560 by 1600 native resolution at 227 ppi, support for millions of colors, and 400 nits brightness. It also supports scaled resolutions of 1680 by 1050, 1440 by 900, and 1024 by 640. It has a 16:10 aspect ratio.
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| 2nd Display Support: |
Dual/Mirroring* |
2nd Max. Resolution: |
6016x3384 (6K)* |
| Details: |
*This model supports full native resolution on the interior display in addition to a single display up to 6016x3384 (6K) at 60 Hz. |
| Standard Storage: |
128, 256 GB SSD* |
Std. Storage Speed: |
Onboard |
| Details: |
*This MacBook Air was offered by default with 256 GB of onboard SSD storage. An education-only option also was available with 128 GB of onboard SSD storage by default. The standard model also could be configured with a 512 GB, 1 TB, or 2 TB SSD for an additional US$200, US$400, or US$800, respectively.
In the US (and many other countries), site sponsor Other World Computing sells external storage upgrades for this MacBook Air.
In the UK, site sponsor Flexx sells external storage upgrades for this MacBook Air.
Also see: How do you connect external storage to the Apple Silicon MacBook Air? Which is the best option?
Also see: SSD Compatibility Guide for All G3 & Later Macs. |
| Storage Dimensions: |
Soldered |
Storage Interface: |
Onboard* |
| Details: |
*The SSD in this model is onboard. It cannot be upgraded after purchase. |
| Standard Optical: |
None* |
Standard Disk: |
None |
| Details: |
*MacBook Air models do not have an internal optical drive. This model would require an adapter to use the vintage MacBook Air external SuperDrive, as well. |
| Standard Modem: |
None |
Standard Ethernet: |
None* |
| Details: |
*No MacBook Air models have an internal Ethernet port.
Also see: How do you connect the Apple Silicon MacBook Air to a wired Ethernet network? Is it possible? |
| Standard AirPort: |
802.11ax (Wi-Fi 6)* |
Standard Bluetooth: |
5 |
| Details: |
802.11ax Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth 5.0 are standard.
Also see: What is 802.11ax (Wi-Fi 6)? How is it different from 802.11a, 802.11b, 802.11g, 802.11n, and 802.11ac? |
| USB Ports: |
2* (3.1) |
Firewire Ports: |
None |
| Details: |
*This model has two Thunderbolt 3/USB 4 ports (USB-C connector) that also support the USB 3.1 Gen 2 standard (up to 10 Gbps). |
| Expansion Slots: |
None |
Expansion Bays: |
None |
| Details: |
No expansion slots or bays provided.
In the US (and many other countries), site sponsor Other World Computing sells a wide variety of external accessories, including docks, adapters, input devices, cases, and more for this MacBook Air. |
| Incl. Keyboard: |
Full-size (Magic Keyboard) |
Incl. Input: |
Trackpad (Force Touch) |
| Details: |
Apple reports that the backlit keyboard in this model is a "Magic Keyboard" with 78 (US) or 79 (ISO) keys, "including 12 function keys and 4 arrow keys in an inverted-T arrangement" and a "Touch ID" sensor. It has an ambient light sensor, too.
The "Force Touch" trackpad offers "precise cursor control and pressure-sensing capabilities; enables Force clicks, accelerators, pressure-sensitive drawing, and Multi-Touch gestures." |
| Case Type: |
Notebook |
Form Factor: |
MacBook Air 2020 M1 |
| Details: |
This MacBook Air uses a wedge shaped aluminum case design with a "catchless" magnetic latch. There are three color options -- gold, silver, and a darker "Space Gray." |
| Apple Order No: |
MGN63LL/A* |
Apple Subfamily: |
M1, 2020 |
| Details: |
*The MGN63LL/A order refers to this standard model in Space Gray. In Gold, it is MGND3LL/A and in Silver it is MGN93LL/A. |
| Apple Model No: |
A2337 (EMC 3598) |
Model ID: |
MacBookAir10,1 |
| Details: |
Please note that this Model Number and EMC Number are externally listed, but are shared by multiple models.
Also see: All Macs with the A2337 Model Number, the 3598 EMC Number, and the MacBookAir10,1 Model Identifier.
For more about these identifiers and how to locate them on each Mac, please refer to EveryMac.com's Mac Identification section. |
| Battery Type: |
49.9 W h Li-Poly |
Battery Life: |
15-18 Hours |
| Details: |
Apple reports that this model can provide up to 15 hours of "wireless web" and up to 18 hours of "Apple TV app movie playback." The system is bundled with a 30W USB-C Power Adapter.
Also see: Is it possible to replace the battery in the Apple Silicon MacBook Air? How?
In the US (and many other countries), site sponsor Other World Computing sells quality batteries for this MacBook Air.
In the UK and Ireland, site sponsor Flexx sells quality batteries for this MacBook Air. |
| Pre-Installed MacOS: |
macOS 11.0.1 (20B29) |
Maximum MacOS: |
Current |
| Details: |
This model is fully compatible with the final version of macOS Big Sur (macOS 11), macOS Monterey (macOS 12), and macOS Ventura (macOS 13). It also is fully compatible with macOS Sonoma (macOS 14) except that made for iPhone hearing devices do not directly pair with the Mac. Finally, it is fully compatible with the current version of the macOS -- macOS Sequoia (macOS 15).
Also see: Which Macs are compatible with macOS Sequoia (macOS 15)? What are the system requirements? What are the major new features? Do all features work with all supported Macs? |
| Minimum Windows: |
None* |
Maximum Windows: |
None* |
| Details: |
*Apple Boot Camp is not compatible with this notebook, so it cannot boot Windows. It is capable of running Windows via a third-party virtualization app, though. |
| MacOS 9 Support: |
None |
Windows Support: |
Virtualization |
| Details: |
For more on running Windows on Macs, please refer to the exhaustive Windows on Mac Q&A. |
| Dimensions: |
.16-.63 x 11.97 x 8.36 |
Avg. Weight: |
2.8 lbs (1.29 kg) |
| Details: |
In inches while closed - minimum height to maximum height by width by depth, (0.41 cm-1.61 cm, 30.41 cm, 21.24 cm). |
| Original Price (US): |
US$999* |
Est. Current Retail: |
US$699** |
| Details: |
*This MacBook Air originally was sold with 8 GB of RAM and 256 GB of storage for US$999. All color options were the same price.
**The Walmart variant -- still with 8 GB of RAM and 256 GB of storage -- reintroduced on March 15, 2024, is US$699. All color options remain the same price.
Photo Credit: Apple, Inc. |
Global original prices for the MacBook Air "M1" 8 CPU/7 GPU 13" in 34 different countries and territories follow; organized alphabetically by region.
For global original prices for Intel Macs in one particular country on a single page, please refer to EveryMac.com's Global Original Prices section.
Original Prices - North & South America
| Canada: |
C$1299 |
Brazil: |
R$12.999 |
| Mexico: |
MXN $25,999 |
United States: |
US$999* |
Original Prices - Europe
| Austria: |
€1129 |
Belgium: |
€1129 |
| Denmark: |
DKK 8,699 |
Finland: |
€1159 |
| France: |
€1129 |
Germany: |
€1100,50 |
| Ireland: |
€1110.60 |
Italy: |
€1159 |
| Luxembourg: |
€1091,68 |
Netherlands: |
€1129 |
| Norway: |
NOK 12.790 |
Portugal: |
€1159 |
| Spain: |
€1129 |
Sweden: |
SEK 12.495 |
| Switzerland: |
CHF 1'079 |
United Kingdom: |
£999 |
Original Prices - Asia
| China: |
RMB 7,999 |
Hong Kong: |
HK$7,799 |
| India: |
Rs 92,990 |
Indonesia: |
Rp 18,499,000 |
| Japan: |
¥104,800 |
Korea: |
KRW 1,290,000 |
| Malaysia: |
RM 4,399 |
The Philippines: |
PHP 54,990 |
| Singapore: |
S$1,449 |
Taiwan: |
NT$30,900 |
| Thailand: |
THB 32,900 |
Vietnam: |
VND 28,990,000 |
Original Prices - Australia & New Zealand
| Australia: |
A$1599 |
New Zealand: |
NZ$1749 |
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