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Apple MacBook Air 15" M5 chip 10-core CPU, 10-core GPU 16GB 512GB - Starlight
MDVD4X/A
$2499
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Product Overview
Key Features
- 15.3 Inch LED-backlit IPS display with 2880 x 1864 resolution
- Apple M5 processor with 10-core CPU and 16-core Neural Engine
- 512GB SSD storage and 16GB memory
- Four-speaker sound system with Spatial Audio
- Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth v6 connectivity
- Up to 18 hours video streaming battery life
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Click & Collect Bonus - Get $15 off⌓ online carts over $150
⌓Ends 11.59PM AEST 06/09/2026. Offer only applies to web orders where Click & Collect is available in the shopping cart. Minimum spend amount calculated after any other discounts have been applied. Can be used on The Good Guys website in conjunction with a Price Beat when available on individual product pages. Excludes products marked online only, available for delivery only, special order, sold out, unavailable, coming soon and shipped by “supplier”, all Pre-orders, digital vouchers, gaming credits and streaming services, Gift Cards, Services, Gold Service Extras, Installation & Delivery. Offer applies to the current ticketed price of relevant products. As prices change regularly and we frequently run sales and negotiate on price, some products are likely to have been sold below the current price prior to this offer. Prices may change after offer ends.
Key Specifications
- Brand:
- Apple
- Model Number:
- MDVD4X/A
- Graphics Processing Unit:
- Apple Integrated
- Screen Size (Inches):
- 15.3
- Peak Brightness (Nits):
- 500
- Total Storage:
- 512GB
- Wireless Connections:
- Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be), Bluetooth v6
- Battery:
- 53.8Wh lithium‑polymer, Up to 18 hours video streaming, Up to 15 hours wireless web, Fast-charge–capable with 70W USB-C Power Adapter (sold separately) or higher
- Operating System:
- macOS Tahoe
Computers & Tablets
- Processor Brand:
- Apple
- Processor Specifications:
- Apple M5: 10‑core CPU (4 super cores and 6 efficiency cores), 16-core Neural Engine
- GPU Specificiations:
- 10 core GPU
- Webcam:
- 12MP 1080p Center Stage camera with support for Desk View
Screen Technology
- Display Resolution (px):
- 2880 x 1864, 224PPI
Screen Features
- Screen Size Range:
- 14 - 15.9 Inches
- Screen Type:
- LED-backlit with IPS technology, Wide colour (P3), True Tone technology
Capacity
- Storage:
- 512GB SSD
- Memory:
- 16GB
Connections
- Wired Connections:
- MagSafe 3 charging port, 3.5mm headphone jack, 2 x Thunderbolt 4 / USB 4 (up to 40 Gbps) USB-C ports
- Cellular or Wi-Fi Only:
- Wi-Fi Only
Audio
- Sound:
- Four-speaker sound system, Support for Spatial Audio, Three-mic array with directional beamforming
General Information
- Type:
- MacBook Air
- Family:
- MacBook Air M5
- Colour:
- Gold
- Supplier Colour:
- Starlight
- Release Year:
- 2026
- Additional Features:
- Apple Intelligence, Supports up to two external displays at 6K / 60Hz or 4K / 144Hz, HDR with Dolby Vision, HDR10+/HDR10 and HLG, Touch ID
- What's In The Box:
- 15-inch MacBook Air, 35W Dual USB-C Port Power Adapter, USB-C to MagSafe 3 Cable (2m)
Warranty
- Manufacturer's Warranty:
- 1 Year
Computers & Tablets
- Processor Brand:
- Apple
- Processor Specifications:
- Apple M5: 10‑core CPU (4 super cores and 6 efficiency cores), 16-core Neural Engine
- GPU Specificiations:
- 10 core GPU
- Webcam:
- 12MP 1080p Center Stage camera with support for Desk View
Screen Features
- Screen Size Range:
- 14 - 15.9 Inches
- Screen Type:
- LED-backlit with IPS technology, Wide colour (P3), True Tone technology
Connections
- Wired Connections:
- MagSafe 3 charging port, 3.5mm headphone jack, 2 x Thunderbolt 4 / USB 4 (up to 40 Gbps) USB-C ports
- Cellular or Wi-Fi Only:
- Wi-Fi Only
General Information
- Type:
- MacBook Air
- Family:
- MacBook Air M5
- Colour:
- Gold
- Supplier Colour:
- Starlight
- Release Year:
- 2026
- Additional Features:
- Apple Intelligence, Supports up to two external displays at 6K / 60Hz or 4K / 144Hz, HDR with Dolby Vision, HDR10+/HDR10 and HLG, Touch ID
- What's In The Box:
- 15-inch MacBook Air, 35W Dual USB-C Port Power Adapter, USB-C to MagSafe 3 Cable (2m)
Product Dimensions
- Product Height (mm):
- 11.5
- Product Width (mm):
- 340.4
- Product Depth (mm):
- 237.6
- Product Weight (kg):
- 1.51
Box Dimensions
- Box Height (mm):
- 280
- Box Width (mm):
- 71
- Box Depth (mm):
- 345
- Box Weight (kg):
- 3
Product Reviews of Apple MacBook Air 15" M5 chip 10-core CPU, 10-core GPU 16GB 512GB - Starlight
Overall Rating Snapshot
5 out of 5 stars from 1 review
100% of users recommend this product
Awesome design
This is a great tech - very good for personal and work use.
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Confirmed purchase 28 June 2026
Published on 24 July 2026
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At a glance
The Apple MacBook Air 15-inch M5 is a premium thin-and-light laptop for students, professionals and everyday creators who want a larger screen without giving up portability. Its biggest strengths are long battery life, quiet fanless-style portability and smooth macOS performance for multitasking. The main limitation is that it is not as upgradeable or as specialised for heavy 3D or workstation-class workloads as larger MacBook Pro models.
What it’s great for
- Everyday Productivity
- Office Work
- Student Computing
- Remote Work
- Media Consumption
- Light Creative Work
- Video Calls
- Travel Computing
Where it works best
- Home Office
- University Campus
- Corporate Office
- Shared Workspaces
- On the Go
- Hybrid Work Setups
Who it’s for
- University Student
- Everyday Professional
- Remote Worker
- Frequent Traveller
- Apple Ecosystem User
- Light Creative User
Things to consider
Best for mainstream productivity and light-to-moderate creative work rather than sustained high-end rendering, complex 3D pipelines or users who need broad native Windows software compatibility.
Student suitability
High - excellent for note-taking, research, assignments, video classes and all-day campus use.
Creative professional suitability
7/10 - strong for photo work, design and light-to-moderate video editing, but not the best fit for sustained high-end 3D or pro studio workloads.
Portability rating
9/10 - large-screen laptop that remains highly portable for commuting, travel and hybrid work.
Battery endurance rating
9/10 - rated for up to 18 hours of video streaming, making it well suited to full-day use.
Windows compatibility score
5/10 - great for web and cross-platform apps, but some Windows-only software and workflows may require alternatives or virtual solutions.
Key benefits
- 15.3-inch Liquid Retina display: Gives you a larger workspace for documents, spreadsheets and side-by-side apps while keeping text sharp and visuals vibrant.
- Up to 18 hours battery life: Supports full-day use away from a charger for lectures, commuting or mobile work.
- Apple M5 chip: Delivers fast, responsive performance for multitasking, office apps, web work and everyday creative tasks.
- 16-core Neural Engine: Helps accelerate AI-enabled features and on-device intelligence tasks within supported apps and workflows.
- 12MP Centre Stage camera: Keeps you better framed on video calls, making meetings, classes and client chats feel more polished.
- Four-speaker sound with Spatial Audio and Dolby Atmos: Provides fuller, more immersive sound for streaming, calls and casual media editing.
- Two Thunderbolt 4 ports plus MagSafe: Makes it easier to connect modern accessories, charge neatly and keep USB-C ports free for peripherals.
- Support for up to two external displays: Gives more flexibility for desk setups that need extra screen space for multitasking.
Q: How many external displays can the 15-inch MacBook Air M5 run, and at what resolution?
A: It can run up to two external displays in addition to the built-in screen. Supported combinations include two 6K displays at 60Hz or two 4K displays at 144Hz, but many desk setups will need a dock or hub because there are only two Thunderbolt 4 ports.
Q: Does this MacBook Air support fast charging out of the box?
A: No, the box includes a 35W Dual USB-C Port Power Adapter, while fast charging requires a 70W or higher USB PD power source. It will charge normally with the included adapter, but not at the faster rate used for short top-ups between classes or meetings.
Q: Is 16GB unified memory enough on this MacBook Air for work and creative apps?
A: Yes, 16GB unified memory suits everyday multitasking, lots of browser tabs, office work and photo editing on this M5 model. If your routine includes heavier 4K video timelines, code builds or very large design files, more memory is the safer long-term fit.
Q: Can this MacBook Air run a 4K or 5K high-refresh external monitor?
A: Yes, this model supports one external display at up to 5K at 120Hz, or up to 8K at 60Hz, and it can also run two 4K displays at 144Hz. The final result depends on the monitor, cable and whether any dock in the chain supports the required bandwidth.
Q: Do you need a Wi-Fi 7 router to use this MacBook Air's wireless features?
A: No, it will still connect to older Wi-Fi networks, but this model includes Wi-Fi 7 for faster speeds and lower latency where a compatible router and supported region are available. Bluetooth 6 is also built in for newer wireless accessories and peripherals.