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Rating 4.8 out of 5 stars with 95 reviews

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Rating 4.7 out of 5 stars with 8 reviews

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  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    MacBook Air M3 512gb/16gb Midnight Review

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    When I bought my MacBook, Best Buy staff were extremely helpful with the information and specs for the MacBook, and the leasing to buy process. I was also offered deals and promotions for my MacBook from the very start of checkout. I started leasing to own this MacBook Air M3 almost 2 months ago. This thing is the most incredible laptop I’ve used so far! Not to mention that it’s the first MacBook I’ve ever used. I’ve had HP’s, Dell’s, Chromebooks before, and they were nothing like the experience I’ve gotten with the MacBook I’m using today. The 512 gb version gives you a ton of storage to use for your files. The 16 gb of ram, arguably the norm for today’s laptops, runs smoothly, with perfect precision, and speed. I love this MacBook and all of its amazing features. I hope to be able to continue using MacBooks, as they’re so much easier for me to use for work and school than a windows laptop was. The only downside is the dark color of the Midnight MacBook Air. The fingerprints are evident on both the inside and outside of the MacBook, plus the keyboard keeps leaving an imprint of itself on my screen. The 35W charging brick that it came with was so slow, it took 4 hours to charge to full. I ended up buying a 96W charging brick that charged the MacBook Air to full in an hour and a half (Both times from about 5% battery left). It also lacks an HDMI port, which I had to buy a separate $35 HDMI to USB-C cable to connect my MacBook to one monitor at 4K resolution. The battery life also lasts pretty long compared to most other computers and laptops that are everyday use. I can’t say the same for gaming laptops, since they’re pretty much optimized to last longer than everyday use ones. Other than that, short answer is, I’m satisfied with the quality of my purchase! Need I say more?

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    I knew I'd love it, but wow!

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I bought my last MacBook in February '18 (MacBook Air - 13.3" - Intel Core i5 - 8GB Memory - 128GB Flash Storage) & it was much better than what I'd had at the time (early generation Acer touchscreen foldable laptop). My MacBook was good up until this point, but the M3 chip is *so* much faster than the Intel processor. I teach kids to code using online platforms and it would take almost all of my processing power to keep that up + Zoom + class Chrome tabs. Now, I can have *quite literally* as many tabs or programs open as I need without worrying how long it will take for everything to load. I planned on getting the 14" MacBook Pro in Space Black (M3 Pro chip), but after seeing the 15" Air in the Midnight color in Best Buy's store, I liked the bigger screen and the color more. I ended up getting an open box deal (in excellent condition). The MagSafe charger is excellent, the battery life lasts forever, the screen is so big & clear, the charging block comes with an extra USB-C port, and the MacBook can also be charged using the regular USB-C ports on the side. So convenient! The only things I notice that are different between my 2018 MacBook Air and this model are: no keyboard brightness buttons in the top row of the keyboard (I had to add it to my control center), and the speakers aren't on the sides of the keyboard anymore (they're in the crevice where the top & bottom parts of the laptop meet which makes it sound hollowed out sometimes, but it's not a dealbreaker). Overall, I don't plan on upgrading again for at least another 5 years, and I expect it to hold up well as my last MacBook Air did. Definitely would recommend it! (pictured w/ a case on it)

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great laptop for the money, even for software dev

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    Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I love this laptop. It is super fast and powerful - for my needs as a software developer. Previously, I had the 13" M1 Macbook Air, and it was too weak to handle professional software engineering tasks. However, this model does the job great. I wouldn't say that it is as powerful as a Macbook Pro wi/32Gb of RAM, but for the price it gets the job done. I love the 15" screen size too, as it lets me see all my coding and software programs laid out in a visible fashion. Lastly, the laptop looks really cool in midnight blue, and is easy to carry around as it is light and thin!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Love it

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Never have had a Mac, but after talking to an employee and watching him use it convinced me. This machine is a BEAST Need speed? It can do that. Downloads are instant, super light weight, beautiful color . Display is amazing, batter life is absolutely incredible. Nothing like over ever had before. If you can afford it, get it.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Love the new MacBook air

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I am extremely happy with the new MacBook air. I also received it next day shipping at no extra charge. I look forward to many years with my new Mac and other Best Buy purchases.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Best purchase ever

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Best purchase ever. Am so in love with this laptop. It was worth the price and it is so easy to use. It helps me navigate through what I need without having to go through a lot of apps or websites. Gets the work done, absolutely in love.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Awesome performance

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Awesome laptop. Great performance with M3 and 16 GB. Was running VS Code, Zoom, VLC, PowerPoint, Chrome, Firefox, Teams, Remote Desktop and a few terminals ... with zero lag in any application. Beautiful screen too.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Love the New Macbook Air M3 15"

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    Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I received my new MacBook Air m3 15" and love it. Its so fast and sleek. Love the larger screen compaired to my M1 13" plus the magnet power cord is nice

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    So glad I purchased

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great computer. Very fast and love how compatible it is with my phone. The display and sound are amazing!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    MacBook Air 15 Inch

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    The product is great quality. Battery life is very good. The discounted price was good.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Awesome machine.

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    Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Fantastic machine! I’ve connected it to a Samsung viewfinity s9 with a thunderbolt 4 cable. The m3 Screams in this machine. Other than my Vision Pro, this is one of my favorite Apple products ever.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    My MacBook Air

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    Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I love it. I went from a pro to an air but it has two-three times the speed.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Macbook Air M3 Mirnight Magic

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    Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I just received my new M3 MacBook air in Midnight , and it is absolutely stunning. The staff at Best Buy listened carefully to my needs and there input ultimately led me towards yhis purchase.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Awsome

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I am too excited with my new Mac. Right now I can work and study. I don't haven't words for describe this. Thanks Best Buy for the sale

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Everything I've come to expect from Apple.

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This is my third MacBook, and it is everything I've come to expect from Apple products. Seamless transfer of data and programs, instant access to all cloud files. Fast and intutive.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Macboo air '15.3 absolutely fast and amazing

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Very thin light weight for a '15.3 macbook air... easy carry with me on the go

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Worthwhile Investment for a Developer

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Upgrading from an older MacBook Air Model (2013). As a software developer, this has been my go-to laptop line for my personal projects and daily driver for many-many years now. The price is significant and an argument can be made for more cost effective alternatives being available, but if you are able to afford it, the M3 MacBook Air pays dividends towards productivity with its lightweight design, exceptional battery life, and above average performance. There can be some pain points with support for scientific software packages on Apple Silicon, but with the prevalence of OSX in the developer community and easy ways to leverage VMs, there is always a solution for creating a productive environment for developing 99% of software projects.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    I am so glad I bought this laptop!

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I love the larger screen size and the weight of this MacBook since I carry it around a lot. I wasn't necessarily planning to buy it at Best Buy. My plan was to look at the Pro models available and compare prices with the Apple store. The employee who came over to ask if I needed help was so knowledgeable and guided me to this Air, given my description of what I planned to use it for. His explanation of the M3 chip, the expected longevity, and the cost comparisons, made my decision easy. His help saved me a lot of money and I am more than thrilled with the performance of this Air. The larger screen size is a bonus!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Best mackbook air for the price

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    The MacBook Air with the M3 processor is the best performing portable laptop I've owned. The speed and efficiency of this laptop is unparalleled, making it perfect for multitasking and handling demanding tasks with ease. The sleek design and lightweight construction make it easy to take with me wherever I go, whether I'm working from a coffee shop or traveling for business. The battery life is also impressive, lasting all day without needing to be recharged. Overall, I couldn't be happier with my MacBook Air and would highly recommend it to anyone in need of a reliable and high-performing laptop.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    perfect machine

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    Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    The latest MacBook Air M3 15-inch version embodies the perfect balance of power, portability, and elegance. Its compact form factor houses a powerhouse of performance, making it a versatile choice for professionals, creatives, and students alike. While it may come at a premium price, the seamless integration with the Apple ecosystem and the unparalleled user experience make it a worthy investment for those seeking a premium computing experience. Only downside I see is the price. With 16GB/512GB upgrade, you are entering Macbook Pro territory.

    I would recommend this to a friend

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Rating 4.7 out of 5 stars with 8 reviews

The analysis of all aggregated expert reviews shows that the reviewers are positive about design, performance, portability and screen. Editors are less positive about energy and size. Using an algorithm based on product age, reviewers ratings history, popularity, product category expertise and other factors, this product gets an alaTest Expert Rating of 100/100 = Excellent quality.
  • TechRadarRating, 5 out of 5Lance Ulanoff on March 7, 2024

    Apple MacBook Air 15-inch (M3) review: Bigger, bolder, faster, betterIt's all about the speed and the space

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  • Digital TrendsLuke Larsen on March 16, 2024

    Apple MacBook Air (M3) review: don't overlook itWith the inclusion of the M3, the MacBook Air remains one of the best laptops you can buy for the price.

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  • Laptop MagRating, 4.5 out of 5Sean Riley on March 19, 2024

    MacBook Air 15-inch (M3) review: More than just a big MacBook AirMacBook Air 15 is back with M3 inside

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  • NotebookcheckRating, 4.6 out of 5Andreas Osthoff on March 12, 2024

    Apple MacBook Air 15 M3 review - Apple's large everyday MacBook gets a power upNotebookcheck reviews the new Apple MacBook Air 15 with the M3 SoC, 16 GB of RAM and Wi-Fi 6E. In the middle of last year, Apple launched the larger MacBook Air 15 and it was exactly what we expected: A bigger MacBook Air with more screen space

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  • T3Rating, 5 out of 5March 17, 2024

    Apple MacBook Air 15-inch (M3, 2024) review: the big Mac adds more muscleJust nine months after the 15-inch MacBook Air was introduced, it's back with an M3 processor hardware upgrade

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  • AppleInsiderRating, 4.5 out of 5Mike Wuerthele on March 12, 2024

    M3 MacBook Air review: The ideal Mac laptop for Intel hold-outsApple's latest update to the MacBook Air brings M3 to the consumer-oriented lineup. Sure, it's a spec-bump, but it's one that should be tremendously attractive to Intel Mac users.

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  • AndroidPITRating, 4.5 out of 5Benjamin Lucks on March 8, 2024

    MacBook Air M3 Review: Thank you, Apple, for this one thing!In 2024, Apple upgraded its MacBook Air with the super-efficient M3 chip. In this review, nextpit finds out whether it's worth buying!

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  • StuffConnor Jewiss on March 4, 2024

    Apple MacBook Air M3 vs MacBook Air M2: what's the difference?There's a difference in power under the hood thanks to M3, but otherwise, these MacBook Air models are pretty similar.

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