MacBook Air 13” 2019 vs. MacBook Air 13” 2017: Full specs comparison
We have comprehensively compared the specifications for the MacBook Air 13” 2019 and MacBook Air 13” 2017 models. The report includes detailed information regarding both models' CPU, memory, storage, battery life, display quality, and other features.
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MacBook Air 13” 2019 Pros
Reasons that MacBook Air 13” 2019 is better than MacBook Air 13” 2017.
2019 vs. 2017
MacBook Air 13” 2019 supports a larger memory capacity than the MacBook Air 13” 2017. It supports up to 16GB versus 8GB of system memory on the MacBook Air 13” 2017.
MacBook Air 13” 2019 supports a faster memory speed than the MacBook Air 13” 2017. It supports up to 2133MHz versus 1600MHz of system memory on the MacBook Air 13” 2017.
MacBook Air 13” 2019 weighed 2.75 pounds, 8% lighter than the 2.96 pounds MacBook Air 13” 2017.
Weight | MacBook Air 13” 2019 | MacBook Air 13” 2017 |
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Pound | 2.75 lbs. | 2.96 lbs. |
Kilogram | 1.25 kg | 1.34 kg |
MacBook Air 13” 2017 Pros
Reasons that MacBook Air 13” 2017 is better than MacBook Air 13” 2019.
Intel Core i7-5650U inside MacBook Air 13” 2017 has a 5% better multi-core CPU performance score than the Intel Core i5-8210Y inside MacBook Air 13” 2019.
Prices
Here are the latest price updates and offers for both devices.
MacBook Air 13” 2019 Price | ||
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Apple MacBook Air (13-inch Retina display, 1.6GHz dual-core Intel Core i5, 128GB) - Space Gray (Renewed) By Apple $360.00 $379.00 5% OFF | ||
2019 Apple MacBook Air with 1.6GHz Intel Core i5 (13-inch, 8GB RAM, 128GB SSD Storage) Space Gray (Renewed) By Apple $384.00 | ||
Mid 2019 Apple MacBook Air with 1.6GHz Intel Core i5 (13 inch, 8GB RAM, 256GB) Silver (Renewed) By Apple $423.69 | ||
MacBook Air 13” 2017 Price | ||
2017 Apple Macbook Air with 1.8GHz Intel Core i5 (13-inch, 8GB RAM, 128GB SSD Storage) (QWERTY English) Silver (Renewed) By Apple $239.00 | ||
Apple 13in MacBook Air (2017 Newest Version) 1.8GHz Core i5 CPU, 8GB RAM, 128GB SSD (Renewed) By Apple $238.38 | ||
Mid 2017 Apple MacBook Air with 1.8GHz Intel Core i5 (13-inch, 8GB RAM, 256GB SSD) Silver (Renewed) By Apple $266.00 $279.00 5% OFF |
Availability | MacBook Air 13” 2019 | MacBook Air 13” 2017 |
Released | 2019 | 2017 |
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Exterior | MacBook Air 13” 2019 | MacBook Air 13” 2017 |
Dimensions | 11.97” x 8.36” x 0.16 - 0.61” (304.1 mm x 212.4 mm x 4.1 – 15.6 mm) | 12.8” x 8.94” x 0.11 - 0.68” (325 mm x 227 mm x 3 - 17 mm) |
Weight | Starting at 2.75 pounds (1.25 kg) | Starting at 2.96 pounds (1.35 kg) |
Colors | Gold Space Gray Silver | Silver |
Keyboard and Trackpad | Backlit Magic Keyboard with:
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Display | MacBook Air 13” 2019 | MacBook Air 13” 2017 |
Size | 13.3 Inches | 13.3 Inches |
Info | Retina display
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Ports | MacBook Air 13” 2019 | MacBook Air 13” 2017 |
Two Thunderbolt 3 (USB‑C) ports with support for:
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Internal Specs | MacBook Air 13” 2019 | MacBook Air 13” 2017 |
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Memory | 8GB Configurable to 16GB 2133MHz LPDDR3 onboard memory | 4GB 8GB 1600MHz LPDDR3 onboard memory |
Discrete Graphics | Support for Thunderbolt 3–enabled external graphics processors (eGPUs) | - |
Storage | 128GB 256GB Configurable to 512GB or 1TB SSD | 128GB 256GB Configurable to 512GB flash storage. |
Connectivity | MacBook Air 13” 2019 | MacBook Air 13” 2017 |
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Bluetooth | Bluetooth 4.2 wireless technology | Bluetooth 4.0 wireless technology |
Battery | MacBook Air 13” 2019 | MacBook Air 13” 2017 |
Size | 49.9 Wh lithium‑polymer battery | 54 Wh lithium‑polymer battery |
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Power Supply | 30W USB‑C Power Adapter | 45W MagSafe 2 Power Adapter With cable management system; MagSafe 2 power port. |
Software | MacBook Air 13” 2019 | MacBook Air 13” 2017 |
OS | Shipped with macOS Mojave | Shipped with macOS Mojave |
Built-in Apps | Photos iMovie GarageBand Pages Numbers Keynote Siri Safari Mail FaceTime Messages Maps News Stocks Home Voice Memos Notes Calendar Contacts Reminders Photo Booth Preview Music Podcasts TV Books App Store Time Machine Find My QuickTime Player | Photos iMovie GarageBand Pages Numbers Keynote Siri Safari Mail FaceTime Messages Maps News Stocks Home Voice Memos Notes Calendar Contacts Reminders Photo Booth Preview iTunes Books App Store Time Machine |
Camera & Audio | MacBook Air 13” 2019 | MacBook Air 13” 2017 |
Camera | 720p FaceTime HD camera | 720p FaceTime HD camera |
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Misc | MacBook Air 13” 2019 | MacBook Air 13” 2017 |
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Warranty | Your MacBook Air comes with 90 days of complimentary technical support and a one-year limited warranty. Purchase AppleCare+ to extend your coverage to three years from your AppleCare+ purchase date and add up to two incidents of accidental damage coverage, each subject to a service fee of $99 for screen damage or external enclosure damage, or $299 for other repairable damage, plus applicable tax. | Limited Warranty and ServiceYour MacBook Air comes with 90 days of free telephone support and a one-year limited warranty. Purchase the AppleCare Protection Plan to extend your service and support to three years from your computer’s purchase date. Only the AppleCare Protection Plan provides you with direct telephone support from Apple technical experts and the assurance that repairs will be handled by Apple-authorized technicians using genuine Apple parts. For more information, visit Apple Support or call 800-823-2775. |
More | Video Support
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Key Features | MacBook Air 13” 2019 | MacBook Air 13” 2017 |
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