Apple MacBook Air "M2" 8 CPU/10 GPU 13" Specs
Identifiers: M2, 2022 - MLY43LL/A* - Mac14,2 - A2681 - 4074*
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The Apple MacBook Air "M2" 8-Core CPU/10-Core GPU 13-Inch (2022) model features a 5-nm 3.49 GHz Apple M2 processor with 8 cores (4 performance cores and 4 efficiency cores), a 10-core GPU, a 16-core Neural Engine, and a default 8 GB of onboard RAM and 512 GB onboard SSD. 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 uniformly thin aluminum case with an integrated 1080p "FaceTime HD" webcam, a four-speaker sound system, Touch ID, a backlit "Magic Keyboard", a large "Force Touch" trackpad, and a high-resolution 13.6" 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 color options -- dark blue "Midnight" (pictured, left), a warm gray "Starlight", a darker "Space Gray", and classic silver. It weighs 2.7 pounds (1.24 kg). Apple estimates battery life at 15-18 hours depending on the task performed. By default, it shipped with a MagSafe 3-equipped 35W Dual USB-C Port Compact Power Adapter, but it could be configured with a fast charge 67W USB-C Power Adapter at no extra cost.
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 "2022, M2" MacBook Air models are lighter and uniformly thin (rather than wedge shaped) but also have a significantly different internal architecture.
Also see:
- What are all the differences between the "2022 M2" Apple Silicon MacBook Air models? What are the differences between these models and the earlier "2020 M1" MacBook Air? (In-Depth)
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- What are the "pros and cons" of the Apple Silicon MacBook Air? Is it for me? (Quick Read)
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| Introduction Date: |
June 6, 2022* |
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 on June 6, 2022; it was available to order starting on July 8, 2022, and was first available in stores and orders started to arrive on July 15, 2022. Apple cut the price on June 5, 2023 and again on March 4, 2024.
**This model was discontinued as a standard configuration on October 30, 2024, but it essentially remains as a configure-to-order option for the entry-level MacBook Air "M2" 8 CPU/8 GPU 13" for an extra US$100 over its base configuration, which also would be equipped with 16 GB of RAM and a 256 GB SSD.
Also see: All Macs introduced in 2022. |
| 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 Mac14,2 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 Mac14,2 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 Mac14,2 Model Identifier, which may include multiple models.
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| Geekbench 4 (SC): |
6538* |
Geekbench 4 (MC): |
27149* |
| 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 Mac14,2 Model Identifier, which may include multiple models.
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| Geekbench 5 (SC): |
1903 (2560 GB 6) |
Geekbench 5 (MC): |
8838 (9580 GB 6) |
| 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 Mac14,2 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: |
3.49 GHz |
Processor Type: |
Apple M2 |
| Details: |
This model is powered by a 5 nm, 64-bit Apple M2 processor (SoC) with eight cores (4 performance cores, 4 efficiency cores). Third-party software reports its clockspeed as 3.49 GHz. This model also has a 10-core GPU, a 16-core Neural Engine, and 100 GB/s memory bandwidth.
Also see: How fast are the "2022 M2" and "2023 M2" Apple Silicon MacBook Air models compared to one another? How fast are they compared to earlier MacBook Air models and 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: |
16 MB, 4 MB x4* |
| Details: |
*Third-party software analysis has determined that the Apple M2 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 16 MB L2 cache and each efficiency core reportedly has a 4 MB L2 cache. The system has an 8 MB level L3 cache that is shared by the GPU, as well. |
| RAM Type: |
Unified* |
Min. RAM Speed: |
N/A |
| Details: |
*Originally shipped standard with 8 GB of "unified" onboard memory. |
| Standard RAM: |
8 GB* |
Maximum RAM: |
24 GB* |
| Details: |
*8 GB of "unified" RAM was originally onboard by default. At the time of system purchase, it also originally could be upgraded to 16 GB or 24 GB of RAM for an additional US$200 or US$400, respectively.
If equipped as a configure-to-order variant of the entry-level MacBook Air "M2" 8 CPU/8 GPU 13" on October 30, 2024 or later, it has 16 GB of RAM by default.
Regardless of its shipped configuration, 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 was originally onboard by default. At the time of system purchase, it originally could be configured with 16 GB or 24 GB of RAM for an additional US$200 or US$400, respectively.
If equipped as a configure-to-order variant of the entry-level MacBook Air "M2" 8 CPU/8 GPU 13" on October 30, 2024 or later, it has 16 GB of RAM by default.
The RAM in this MacBook Air cannot be upgraded after the initial purchase of the notebook. |
| Video Card: |
10-Core |
VRAM Type: |
Integrated |
| Details: |
This model has an integrated Apple GPU with 10-cores. |
| Standard VRAM: |
Integrated |
Maximum VRAM: |
Integrated |
| Details: |
The 10-Core GPU is integrated with the SoC. |
| Built-in Display: |
13.6" 16:10 |
Native Resolution: |
2560x1664 |
| Details: |
13.6" color widescreen LED-backlit "Liquid Retina" display with IPS, Wide color (P3) and True Tone technology. It has a 2560 by 1664 native resolution at 224 ppi, support for 1 billion colors, and 500 nits brightness. It has a roughly 16:10 aspect ratio; there is a "notch" at the top of the display that holds the webcam and related sensors.
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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: |
512 GB SSD* |
Std. Storage Speed: |
Onboard |
| Details: |
This MacBook Air initially was offered by default with 512 GB of onboard SSD storage, but it also originally could be configured with a 1 TB or 2 TB SSD for an additional US$200 or US$600, respectively.
If configured as a configure-to-order variant of the entry-level MacBook Air "M2" 8 CPU/8 GPU 13" on October 30, 2024 or later, it also could be equipped with a smaller 256 GB SSD for a discount of US$100.
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. |
| 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: |
5.3* |
| Details: |
*When this MacBook Air first was released, it reportedly supported Bluetooth 5.0. When the MacBook Air "M2" 8 CPU/10 GPU 15" was released, Apple quietly changed the specs on this model to also support Bluetooth 5.3. |
| USB Ports: |
2* (4; 3.1) |
Firewire Ports: |
None |
| Details: |
*This model has two Thunderbolt 3/USB 4 ports (USB-C connector) that also support the USB 4 (up to 40 Gbps) and USB 3.1 Gen 2 (up to 10 Gbps) standards. |
| 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 full-height 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 2022 M2 |
| Details: |
This MacBook Air uses a uniformly thin (rather than a wedge shaped) aluminum case design with a "catchless" magnetic latch. There are four color options -- dark blue "Midnight," a warm gray "Starlight", a darker "Space Gray", and silver. |
| Apple Order No: |
MLY43LL/A* |
Apple Subfamily: |
M2, 2022 |
| Details: |
*MLY43LL/A refers to this MacBook Air in dark blue "Midnight" color. In warm gray "Starlight", the order number is MLY23LL/A; in silver it is MLY03LL/A, and in a darker "Space Gray" it is MLXX3LL/A. |
| Apple Model No: |
A2681 (EMC 4074*) |
Model ID: |
Mac14,2 |
| Details: |
*This EMC number is not externally printed; it is listed in software.
Also see: All Macs with the A2681 Model Number, the 4074* EMC Number, and the Mac14,2 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: |
52.6 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." By default, the system is bundled with a MagSafe 3-equipped 35W Dual USB-C Port Compact Power Adapter.
Also see: Is it possible to replace the battery in the Apple Silicon MacBook Air? How? |
| Pre-Installed MacOS: |
macOS 12.4 (21F2081) |
Maximum MacOS: |
Current |
| Details: |
This model is fully compatible with the last version of macOS Monterey (macOS 12), macOS Ventura (macOS 13), and macOS Sonoma (macOS 14) as well as 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: |
0.44 x 11.97 x 8.46 |
Avg. Weight: |
2.7 lbs (1.24 kg) |
| Details: |
In inches while closed - height by width by depth, (1.13 cm x 30.41 cm x 21.5 cm). |
| Original Price (US): |
US$1499* |
Est. Current Retail: |
US$1099, US$1199* |
| Details: |
*This MacBook Air originally was sold with 8 GB of RAM, 512 GB of storage, and a MagSafe 3-equipped 35W Dual USB-C Port Power Adapter for US$1499. On June 5, 2023, Apple cut the price to US$1399. On March 4, 2024, Apple again cut the price to US$1199.
If configured as a configure-to-order variant of the entry-level MacBook Air "M2" 8 CPU/8 GPU 13" on October 30, 2024 or later, it can be equipped with 16 GB of RAM and a 256 GB SSD for US$1099 or 16 GB of RAM and a 512 GB SSD for the same US$1199 as the previous standard configuration. All color options are the same price.
Photo Credit: Apple, Inc. |
Global original prices for the MacBook Air "M2" 8 CPU/10 GPU 13" in 34 different countries and territories follow; organized alphabetically by region.
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Original Prices - North & South America
| Canada: |
C$1899 |
Brazil: |
R$16.299 |
| Mexico: |
MXN $37,999 |
United States: |
US$1499* |
Original Prices - Europe
| Austria: |
€1849 |
Belgium: |
€1869 |
| Denmark: |
DKK 14,199 |
Finland: |
€1909 |
| France: |
€1849 |
Germany: |
€1849 |
| Ireland: |
€1879 |
Italy: |
€1879 |
| Luxembourg: |
€1807,22 |
Netherlands: |
€1869 |
| Norway: |
NOK 19.990 |
Portugal: |
€1879 |
| Spain: |
€1869 |
Sweden: |
SEK 20.495 |
| Switzerland: |
CHF 1'699 |
United Kingdom: |
£1549 |
Original Prices - Asia
| China: |
RMB 11,899 |
Hong Kong: |
HK$11,899 |
| India: |
Rs 149,990 |
Indonesia: |
Rp 27,499,000 |
| Japan: |
¥208,800 |
Korea: |
KRW 2,090,000 |
| Malaysia: |
RM 6,699 |
The Philippines: |
PHP 87,990 |
| Singapore: |
S$2,149 |
Taiwan: |
NT$46,900 |
| Thailand: |
THB 54,900 |
Vietnam: |
VND 39,990,000 |
Original Prices - Australia & New Zealand
| Australia: |
A$2349 |
New Zealand: |
NZ$2699 |
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