In late 2020, the switch to Apple silicon introduced a major leap in the MacBook Air’s performance, efficiency and battery life. Almost four years later, Microsoft’s Surface Laptop lineup is ...

Let's start with one of the most noticeable differences. I'm not talking about chassis thickness or weight, but rather the display and the viewing experiences each model provides. The MacBook Air ...

I remember when Apple unveiled the M1 MacBook Air back in 2020. The M-Series chips were such a breakthrough that they warranted an upgrade for almost anyone with an Intel-based MacBook Air. Now, four ...

CNET’s expert staff reviews and rates dozens of new products and services each month, building on more than a quarter century of expertise. After using the 15-inch MacBook Air for the past week, I'm ...

The Surface Laptop was always meant to be a proper MacBook Air competitor. It had the sleek design and branding to pull it off, but was always lacking in performance and battery life to compete. With ...

MacBook Air vs MacBook Pro 2026 comparisons highlight Apple's M5 chip across both lines, delivering up to 30% efficiency gains over the previous M4 models. The MacBook Air remains ideal for 90% of ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Apple's MacBook Air has always been the most sought-after productivity laptop for users wanting a balance of performance, portability, and ...

The 2024 MacBook Air lineup looks a lot like the previous models. However, the M3 chip inside gives the laptops a performance boost, and the new laptops come with several additional upgrades. But in ...