MacBook Air M4 2025 Review

The Latest MacBook Air Iteration: Familiar Excellence

Apple's yearly MacBook Air refresh brings another iteration powered by the new M4 chip. While primarily featuring internal upgrades rather than design changes, the 2025 model maintains its position as the ultimate portable productivity machine with exceptional battery life and display quality.

Pricing and Configurations

The MacBook Air (M4, Early 2025) starts at $999 for the 13-inch model and $1,199 for the 15-inch version reviewed here. Apple offers customizable configurations - our top-end test unit with 32GB RAM and 2TB SSD costs $2,399.

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Design: The Gold Standard for Portability

At just 3.3 pounds for the 15-inch model, the MacBook Air remains the benchmark for lightweight laptops. Its unibody aluminum construction measures under half an inch thick while maintaining structural integrity.

Unique Acoustic Engineering

The fanless M4 configuration allows for innovative speaker placement within the hinge. This design leverages the display lid as a natural amplifier, delivering surprisingly robust audio despite the unconventional positioning.

Keyboard and Trackpad Excellence

The refined keyboard offers satisfying travel distance combined with reliable key switches. The spacious trackpad between Command keys features flawless palm rejection, maintaining Apple's industry-leading reputation.

Port Selection Limitations

The left side houses two USB-C ports plus MagSafe, while only a headphone jack occupies the right side. While thinness justifies some compromise, additional connectivity options would enhance versatility.

Display Quality That Exceeds Expectations

The 15.3-inch 1880p panel delivers impressive color accuracy (99% DCI-P3, 100% sRGB coverage) and reaches 426 nits brightness in testing. While not matching professional-grade displays, it outperforms most Windows competitors in this price range.

Performance Tailored for Productivity

The fanless M4 configuration excels at everyday tasks:

• Effortlessly handles demanding browser workloads
• Maintains responsiveness during intensive multitasking
• Supports moderate creative workloads (though struggles with heavy image processing)

Gaming Limitations

Performance in AAA titles remains constrained, with frame rates below 20 fps at Ultra settings. The Air isn't designed for serious gaming - its strengths lie elsewhere.

Unmatched Battery Endurance

Our video playback test yielded an impressive 19 hour 15 minute runtime, surpassing Apple's 18-hour claim. Real-world usage confirms multi-day productivity on a single charge.

Travel-Ready Advantages

• Surpasses longest commercial flight durations
• Compact charger maintains portability
• Maintains performance on battery power

The MacBook Air continues delivering exactly what most users need - exceptional portability, reliability, and battery life for productivity-focused workflows.