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Apple MacBook Air 13" M3 8GB 256GB - Midnight
MRXV3X/A
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Product Overview
Key Features
- 13.6 Inch Retina display with 2560 x 1664 resolution
- 8GB RAM, Apple M3 8-core CPU, 256GB SSD storage
- Apple integrated 8-core GPU
- Up to 18 hours video playback, four speaker system
Key Specifications
- Brand:
- Apple
- Model Number:
- MRXV3X/A
- Graphics Processing Unit:
- Apple Integrated
- Screen Size (Inches):
- 13.6
- Peak Brightness (Nits):
- 500
- Total Storage:
- 256GB
- Wireless Connections:
- Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax), Bluetooth v5.3
- Battery:
- 52.6Wh, up to 18 hours Apple TV app playback, up to 15 hours wireless web browsing
- Operating System:
- macOS Sonoma
Computers & Tablets
- Processor Brand:
- Apple
- Processor Specifications:
- Apple M3 8‑core CPU, 16‑core Neural Engine
- GPU Specificiations:
- 8‑core GPU
- Webcam:
- 1080p FaceTime HD camera
Screen Technology
- Display Resolution (px):
- 2560 x 1664 224ppi
Screen Features
- Screen Size Range:
- 12 - 13.9 Inches
- Screen Type:
- Retina Display
Capacity
- Storage:
- 256GB SSD
- RAM (GB):
- 8
Connections
- Wired Connections:
- 2 x Thunderbolt 3 / USB 4 Ports - supports charging / DisplayPort, MagSafe 3 Charging Port, 3.5mm Headphone Jack
- Cellular or Wi-Fi Only:
- Wi-Fi Only
Audio
- Sound:
- Four speaker system, Spatial Audio support with Dolby Atmos, three microphone array with beamforming
General Information
- Type:
- MacBook Air
- Family:
- MacBook Air M3
- Colour:
- Black
- Supplier Colour:
- Midnight
- Release Year:
- 2024
- Additional Features:
- Backlit Magic Keyboard, Touch ID, supports 1 external display up to 6K / 60Hz and another if MacBook is closed at 5K / 60Hz
- What's In The Box:
- Apple MacBook M3 13", 30W USB-C Power Adapter, 2m USB-C to MagSafe 3 Cable
Warranty
- Manufacturer's Warranty:
- 1 Year
Computers & Tablets
- Processor Brand:
- Apple
- Processor Specifications:
- Apple M3 8‑core CPU, 16‑core Neural Engine
- GPU Specificiations:
- 8‑core GPU
- Webcam:
- 1080p FaceTime HD camera
Screen Features
- Screen Size Range:
- 12 - 13.9 Inches
- Screen Type:
- Retina Display
Connections
- Wired Connections:
- 2 x Thunderbolt 3 / USB 4 Ports - supports charging / DisplayPort, MagSafe 3 Charging Port, 3.5mm Headphone Jack
- Cellular or Wi-Fi Only:
- Wi-Fi Only
General Information
- Type:
- MacBook Air
- Family:
- MacBook Air M3
- Colour:
- Black
- Supplier Colour:
- Midnight
- Release Year:
- 2024
- Additional Features:
- Backlit Magic Keyboard, Touch ID, supports 1 external display up to 6K / 60Hz and another if MacBook is closed at 5K / 60Hz
- What's In The Box:
- Apple MacBook M3 13", 30W USB-C Power Adapter, 2m USB-C to MagSafe 3 Cable
Product Dimensions
- Product Height (mm):
- 215
- Product Width (mm):
- 304.1
- Product Depth (mm):
- 11.3
- Product Weight (kg):
- 1.24
Box Dimensions
- Box Height (mm):
- 287
- Box Width (mm):
- 83
- Box Depth (mm):
- 379
- Box Weight (kg):
- 2
Product Reviews of Apple MacBook Air 13" M3 8GB 256GB - Midnight
Overall Rating Snapshot
5 out of 5 stars from 2 reviews
100% of users recommend this product
Great Product
Looks great and easy to work with :) love my Apple Products
JhoM
Confirmed purchase 6 June 2025
Published on 16 July 2025
Yes, I recommend this product.
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Great Product
Bought it for my son’s school and it works brilliant and looks great!
JMitchell
Confirmed purchase 6 June 2025
Published on 1 July 2025
Yes, I recommend this product.
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At a glance
The Apple MacBook Air 13-inch M3 is a slim, premium laptop built for students, professionals and everyday users who want strong performance in a very portable design. Its key strengths are long battery life, a bright high-quality display and smooth macOS performance. The main limitation is that 8GB memory and 256GB storage can feel restrictive for demanding creative work or larger local file libraries.
What it’s great for
- Everyday Productivity
- Office Work
- Student Computing
- Web Browsing
- Video Calls
- Media Streaming
- Travel Computing
Where it works best
- Home Office
- University Campus
- Corporate Office
- Remote Work Setups
- Shared Workspaces
- On the Go
Who it’s for
- University Student
- Everyday Professional
- Remote Worker
- Frequent Traveller
- Apple Ecosystem User
Things to consider
This configuration is best for mainstream use rather than intensive creative or technical workflows, as 8GB unified memory and 256GB SSD storage leave less headroom than higher-spec or specialist laptops.
Student suitability
Excellent for essays, research, note-taking, video classes and everyday campus use, but not ideal for students needing larger local storage or heavier specialist software workloads.
Creative professional suitability
7/10 - Strong for light photo, design and content work, but this 8GB and 256GB configuration is less suited to heavier editing, large asset libraries or complex pro workflows.
Portability rating
10/10 - Very easy to carry thanks to its slim profile, low weight and compact 13-inch form factor.
Battery endurance rating
9/10 - Excellent longevity with Apple-rated battery life of up to 18 hours of video playback.
Windows compatibility score
6/10 - Works well for web apps and many mainstream cross-platform tools, but some Windows-only software and niche workflows may require alternatives.
Key benefits
- M3 chip: Delivers fast, responsive performance for daily multitasking, study tasks, office apps and general creative work.
- Up to 18-hour battery life: Helps you work, study or stream longer between charges, with battery life rated for up to 18 hours of video playback.
- Thin and lightweight design: At under 1.2 cm thin, it is easy to carry between classes, meetings and travel.
- 13.6-inch Liquid Retina display: Produces sharp detail, 1 billion colours and up to 500 nits brightness for comfortable everyday viewing.
- 1080p FaceTime HD camera: Improves clarity for video calls, online classes and remote meetings.
- Wi-Fi 6E and Bluetooth 5.3: Supports fast modern wireless connectivity for compatible networks and accessories.
- MagSafe charging and Thunderbolt ports: Gives you convenient charging plus flexible wired connectivity for displays, docks and accessories.
- Apple device integration: Makes it easier to move between iPhone and Mac for messaging, email handoff and everyday workflow continuity.
Q: Does 8GB memory suit photo editing and heavier multitasking?
A: Apple MacBook Air 13-inch M3 with 8GB unified memory suits everyday work, study, web use and light creative apps. For larger photo libraries, longer edits or many heavy apps open at once, a higher-memory configuration gives more headroom.
Q: Is 256GB SSD enough for apps, photos and files?
A: Apple MacBook Air 13-inch M3 has a 256GB SSD, which is fine for documents, web apps and a modest local photo library. If you keep large video projects, game installs or lots of offline media, storage can fill quickly.
Q: Can this MacBook Air run two external displays at once?
A: Yes. Apple MacBook Air 13-inch M3 can support up to two external displays when the laptop lid is closed. If you want to use the built-in screen at the same time, the display setup is more limited than it is in closed-display mode.
Q: Does it come with a charger that supports fast charging?
A: No. This 256GB MacBook Air configuration includes a 30W USB-C Power Adapter and a USB-C to MagSafe 3 cable. It is fast-charge capable with a 70W USB-C Power Adapter, but that higher-wattage adapter is not the standard one in the box.
Q: What ports does this model have without using an adapter?
A: This model has two Thunderbolt ports, a MagSafe 3 charging port and a 3.5 mm headphone jack. There is no built-in HDMI, SD card slot or USB-A port, so many accessories will need a USB-C hub, dock or adapter.
Q: Will Wi-Fi 6E work on any home internet connection?
A: No. Apple MacBook Air 13-inch M3 supports Wi-Fi 6E, but you only get Wi-Fi 6E when the network and region support it. On older or non-6E routers, it still connects over earlier Wi‑Fi standards rather than losing wireless access.