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Apple MacBook Air 15" with M3 chip 16GB 256GB - Starlight

MC9F4X/A
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Product Overview

The M3 chip brings even greater capabilities to the MacBook Air 15" with M3 chip 16GB 256GB in Starlight MC9F4X/A. With up to 18 hours of battery life (1) and a spacious Liquid Retina display, you can take it anywhere and power through work and play. The blazing-fast MacBook Air with the M3 chip is an ultraportable laptop that sails through work and play. Built for Apple Intelligence that is coming in December 2024 (2), it is the personal intelligence system that helps you write, express yourself and get things done effortlessly. With groundbreaking privacy protections, it gives you peace of mind that no-one else can access your data — not even Apple. It is lightweight and measured under 1.2 centimetres thin, so you can take MacBook Air anywhere you go. The powerful 8-core CPU and up to 10-core GPU of the Apple M3 chip keeps things running smoothly. Amazing, all-day battery life so you can leave the power adapter at home with up to 18 hours of battery life (1). The 15.3-inch Liquid Retina display (3) supports 1 billion colours. Look sharp – sound great, everything looks and sounds amazing with a 1080p HD camera, three mics, and four speakers with Spatial Audio. All your favourites, from Microsoft Office to Adobe Creative Cloud, run lightning-fast in macOS with Apple Silicon (4). MacBook Air features two Thunderbolt ports, a headphone jack, Wi-Fi 6E (5), Bluetooth 5.3 and a MagSafe charging port. And connect to two external displays with the laptop lid closed. MacBook Air works like magic with your other Apple devices, you can view and control what’s on your iPhone from your Mac with iPhone Mirroring (6), copy something on iPhone and paste it on Mac, send texts with Messages or use your Mac to make and answer FaceTime calls (7). Disclaimers: Configurable options are available. (1) Battery life varies by use and configuration. (2) Apple Intelligence is available in beta on all Mac models with M1 and later, with Siri and device language set to US English, as a macOS Sequoia update. English (Australia, Canada, Ireland, New Zealand, South Africa, UK) language support available December 2024. Some features and support for additional languages, like Chinese, English (India, Singapore), French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Portuguese, Spanish, Vietnamese and others, will be coming over the course of the next year. (3) The display on the 15-inch MacBook Air has rounded corners at the top. When measured as a standard rectangular shape, the screen is 15.3 inches diagonally (actual viewable area is less). (4) Apps are available on the App Store. Software and content may be sold separately. Title availability is subject to change. (5) Wi-Fi 6E available in countries and regions where supported. (6) Available on Mac computers with Apple silicon and Intel-based Mac computers with a T2 Security Chip. Requires that your iPhone and Mac are signed in with the same Apple Account using two-factor authentication, your iPhone and Mac are near each other and have Bluetooth and Wi-Fi turned on, and your Mac is not using AirPlay or Sidecar. Some iPhone features (such as camera and microphone) are not compatible with iPhone Mirroring. (7) FaceTime is not available in all countries or regions.

Key Features

  • 15.3 Inch Liquid Retina display, 2880 x 1864 resolution
  • 16GB memory, Apple M3 chip, 256GB SSD storage
  • Apple integrated graphics
  • Up to 18 hours video playback, four-speaker sound system
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Key Specifications

Brand:
Apple
Model Number:
MC9F4X/A
Graphics Processing Unit:
Apple Integrated
Screen Size (Inches):
15.3
Peak Brightness (Nits):
500
Total Storage:
256GB
Wireless Connections:
Wi-Fi 6E 802.11ax, Bluetooth v5.3
Battery:
66.5Wh, Up to 18 hours Apple TV app movie playback, Up to 15 hours wireless web surfing, up to 70W charging (not included, 35W Dual USB-C charger included)
Operating System:
macOS Sequoia

Computers & Tablets

Processor Brand:
Apple
Processor Specifications:
Apple M3 8 core CPU with 4 performance, 4 efficiency, 16 core Neural Engine
GPU Specificiations:
10 core GPU
Webcam:
1080p FaceTime HD camera

Screen Technology

Display Resolution (px):
2880 x 1864, 224ppi

Screen Features

Screen Size Range:
14 - 15.9 Inches
Screen Type:
Liquid Retina LED backlit with IPS technology, P3 Wide 1 billion colours, True Tone

Capacity

Storage:
256GB SSD
Memory:
16GB

Connections

Wired Connections:
MagSafe 3, 3.5mm Headphone Jack, 2 Thunderbolt (USB-C) ports supporting charging, DisplayPort, Thunderbolt 3 / USB 4 up to 40 Gbps
Cellular or Wi-Fi Only:
Wi-Fi Only

Audio

Sound:
Four-speaker sound system, Supports Spatial Audio on Dolby Atmos enabled content, Three-mic array with directional beamforming

General Information

Type:
MacBook Air
Family:
MacBook Air M3
Colour:
Silver
Supplier Colour:
Starlight
Release Year:
2024
Additional Features:
Supports 1 external display up to 6K resolution at 60Hz and when closed an additional display at 6K 60Hz, HDR with Dolby Vision, HDR10 and HLG, Backlit Magic Keyboard with Touch ID and Force Touch trackpad, Apple Intelligence
What's In The Box:
MacBook Air, 35W Dual USB-C Port Compact Power Adapter, USB-C to MagSafe 3 Cable (2m)

Warranty

Manufacturer's Warranty:
1 Year

Computers & Tablets

Processor Brand:
Apple
Processor Specifications:
Apple M3 8 core CPU with 4 performance, 4 efficiency, 16 core Neural Engine
GPU Specificiations:
10 core GPU
Webcam:
1080p FaceTime HD camera

Screen Features

Screen Size Range:
14 - 15.9 Inches
Screen Type:
Liquid Retina LED backlit with IPS technology, P3 Wide 1 billion colours, True Tone

Connections

Wired Connections:
MagSafe 3, 3.5mm Headphone Jack, 2 Thunderbolt (USB-C) ports supporting charging, DisplayPort, Thunderbolt 3 / USB 4 up to 40 Gbps
Cellular or Wi-Fi Only:
Wi-Fi Only

General Information

Type:
MacBook Air
Family:
MacBook Air M3
Colour:
Silver
Supplier Colour:
Starlight
Release Year:
2024
Additional Features:
Supports 1 external display up to 6K resolution at 60Hz and when closed an additional display at 6K 60Hz, HDR with Dolby Vision, HDR10 and HLG, Backlit Magic Keyboard with Touch ID and Force Touch trackpad, Apple Intelligence
What's In The Box:
MacBook Air, 35W Dual USB-C Port Compact 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):
385
Box Weight (kg):
3

Product Reviews of Apple MacBook Air 15" with M3 chip 16GB 256GB - Starlight

Apple MacBook Air 15" with M3 chip 16GB 256GB - Starlight MC9F4X/A

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  • 5 out of 5

    Super fast

    By far the most seamless and efficient laptop I’ve ever owned.

    Jay

    Confirmed purchase 16 June 2025

    Published on 9 July 2025

    Yes, I recommend this product.

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At a glance

The Apple MacBook Air 15-inch with M3 is a premium ultraportable laptop for students, professionals and everyday users who want a larger screen without adding much bulk. Its standout strengths are long battery life, quiet fanless operation and smooth macOS performance. The main limitation is the 256GB storage, which can feel tight for large media libraries or heavier creative work.

What it’s great for

  • Everyday Productivity
  • Office Work
  • Student Computing
  • Remote Work
  • Web Browsing
  • Streaming
  • Light Creative Work
  • Travel Computing

Where it works best

  • Home Office
  • University Campus
  • Corporate Office
  • Remote Work Setup
  • Shared Living Spaces
  • Travel

Who it’s for

  • University Student
  • Everyday Professional
  • Remote Worker
  • Frequent Traveller
  • Apple Ecosystem User
  • Home User

Things to consider

The 256GB SSD is modest for a premium laptop and may require cloud storage or external drives if you keep lots of photos, video files or large apps.

Student suitability

Excellent for university and senior school students who want long battery life, easy portability, quiet use and a larger screen for research, writing and presentations.

Creative professional suitability

Good for photo editing, design work and lighter content creation, but the 256GB storage makes it less ideal for larger professional media workflows.

Portability rating

9/10 - very easy to carry for a 15-inch laptop thanks to its thin, lightweight ultraportable design.

Battery endurance rating

9/10 - rated for up to 18 hours of video playback, making it well suited to all-day use away from a charger.

Windows compatibility score

5/10 - strong for web apps and cross-platform services, but best suited to users comfortable with macOS rather than Windows-only software workflows.

Key benefits

  • 15.3-inch Liquid Retina display: gives you a roomy screen for multitasking, spreadsheets and streaming without stepping up to a heavier laptop class.
  • Apple M3 chip: delivers fast, responsive performance for everyday work, multitasking and creative apps.
  • Up to 18 hours battery life: supports long study days, work sessions and travel with fewer charging stops.
  • Thin and light design: makes it easy to carry between home, campus and the office while still offering a larger display.
  • Fanless operation: stays quiet in libraries, meetings and shared spaces.
  • 1080p HD camera: helps you look clearer on video calls for classes, meetings and catch-ups.
  • MagSafe charging: adds a convenient dedicated charging connection while keeping the USB-C ports free for accessories.
  • Apple ecosystem integration: works smoothly with iPhone and other Apple devices for messaging, calls and cross-device workflows.

Q: Can this MacBook Air run two external displays?

A: Yes, but only with the laptop lid closed. If you want to use the built-in screen at the same time, this model supports one external display, so it is worth checking your desk setup needs before you buy.

Q: Does the included charger support fast charging on this model?

A: No. In the box, this 15-inch MacBook Air includes a 35W Dual USB-C Port Compact Power Adapter and USB-C to MagSafe 3 cable. It is fast-charge capable, but that requires a 70W USB-C Power Adapter sold separately.

Q: Is Apple Intelligence available on this MacBook Air in Australia?

A: Apple Intelligence support on this model depends on macOS version and language settings. Apple states English for Australia is available from December 2024, while the initial beta requires macOS Sequoia and Siri plus device language set to US English.

Q: What does the model code MC9F4X/A tell you about this MacBook Air?

A: MC9F4X/A identifies a 2024 MacBook Air 15-inch with the Apple M3 chip, 16GB unified memory and 256GB SSD in Starlight. It is a useful check if you want the newer 15-inch M3 version rather than an older Air or another configuration.

Q: How does the battery life on this MacBook Air translate to everyday use?

A: Apple rates this model for up to 18 hours of Apple TV app movie playback, or up to 15 hours of wireless web use. Battery life will be lower with brighter screens, video calls, creative apps and external displays connected.

Q: Can you connect USB-A, HDMI or an SD card directly to this MacBook Air?

A: No. This MacBook Air has two Thunderbolt or USB 4 ports, MagSafe 3 and a 3.5 mm headphone jack, but no built-in USB-A, HDMI or SD card slot. A USB-C hub or adapter is usually needed for cameras, projectors and older accessories.