Apple MacBook Air 13-inch with M5 – Starlight – 16GB – 512GB
Buy the 2026 Apple MacBook Air 13-inch with M5 in Starlight. This configuration combines a 10-core CPU, 8-core GPU, 16GB unified memory and a 512GB SSD in Apple's thin and lightweight aluminium notebook. Australian Apple part number: MDHA4X/A.
Key features
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Apple M5 chip: 10-core CPU, 8-core GPU, Neural Accelerators and 16-core Neural Engine
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Memory: 16GB unified memory
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Storage: 512GB SSD
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Display: 13.6-inch Liquid Retina, 2560 × 1664 resolution, 500 nits, P3 wide colour and True Tone
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AI: Built for Apple Intelligence and accelerated on-device AI workflows
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Camera: 12MP Center Stage camera with Desk View
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Connectivity: MagSafe 3, two Thunderbolt 4 / USB-C ports and 3.5mm headphone jack
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Wireless: Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth
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External displays: Supports up to two external displays with compatible resolutions and connections
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Battery: Up to 18 hours video streaming and up to 15 hours wireless web
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Finish: Starlight
Performance for work, study, creative apps and AI
The M5 chip combines fast CPU performance with a next-generation GPU, Neural Accelerators and a 16-core Neural Engine. MacBook Air is suited to everyday business, university and school work, photo and video editing, coding, productivity, multitasking and compatible AI applications while remaining fanless and portable.
13.6-inch Liquid Retina display
The 2560 × 1664 Liquid Retina display supports one billion colours, P3 wide colour and True Tone technology, providing sharp text and rich colour for documents, web browsing, photography, streaming and creative work.
In the box
- 13-inch MacBook Air with Apple M5 chip
- 30W USB-C Power Adapter
- USB-C to MagSafe 3 Cable (2 m)
Frequently asked questions
Is the MacBook Air M5 good for AI?
Yes. Apple M5 includes Neural Accelerators and a 16-core Neural Engine, giving MacBook Air hardware acceleration for Apple Intelligence and compatible on-device AI workloads.
How long does the MacBook Air M5 battery last?
Apple rates the 13-inch M5 MacBook Air for up to 18 hours of video streaming and up to 15 hours of wireless web use. Actual battery life varies with use and configuration.
Can the M5 MacBook Air run two external monitors?
Yes. The 13-inch M5 MacBook Air supports up to two external displays, subject to supported resolutions, refresh rates and connection configuration.
What is the screen size and resolution?
It has a 13.6-inch Liquid Retina display with a native resolution of 2560 × 1664 at 224 pixels per inch and 500 nits brightness.
What is the Australian Apple model number?
This configuration uses Apple part number MDHA4X/A and barcode/GTIN 195950688962.
