Apple MacBook Air 15 (M5, 2026)

About Apple MacBook Air 15 (M5, 2026)

Apple MacBook Air 15 (M5, 2026) is a thin-and-light laptop for people who want a larger screen without giving up portability. It combines Apple M5 with a 10-core Apple GPU, 16GB / 24GB / 32GB of memory and a 15.3-inch Liquid Retina IPS display. In the United States, pricing starts at $1,299.00.

Design and display

The Apple MacBook Air 15 weighs 1.51 kg (3.33 lb) and measures 340.4 x 237.6 x 11.5 mm. It uses a recycled aluminum unibody chassis. The 15.3-inch panel runs at 2880 x 1864 with a 60Hz refresh rate and a peak brightness of 500 nits. This configuration does not include a touchscreen. The headline feature is a 15.3-inch Liquid Retina display, six speakers and the same silent fanless design as the 13-inch model.

Performance and graphics

Performance comes from Apple M5, which has 10 cores (4 performance, 6 efficiency). Graphics are handled by a 10-core Apple GPU. The laptop can be configured with 16GB / 24GB / 32GB of unified LPDDR5X memory; storage options include 512GB / 1TB / 2TB SSD. A 16-core Neural Engine handles local AI features and background acceleration. The operating system is macOS 26.

Battery, ports and connectivity

A 66.5Wh battery delivers up to 18 hours of video playback. Ports include 2x Thunderbolt 4 (USB-C), MagSafe 3, 3.5mm audio jack. Wireless connectivity includes Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 6.0. The webcam is 12MP Center Stage. Audio comes from a six-speaker system with Spatial Audio. Charging is handled by a 35W USB-C or MagSafe 3.

Key specifications

• Processor: Apple M5
• Graphics: 10-core Apple GPU
• Memory: 16GB / 24GB / 32GB
• Storage: 512GB / 1TB / 2TB SSD
• Display: 15.3 inches, 2880 x 1864, 60Hz
• Weight: 1.51 kg (3.33 lb)
• Battery: 66.5Wh, Up to 18 hours of video playback
• Operating system: macOS 26

What we like

• Large, bright display
• Long battery life
• Comfortable keyboard and trackpad

What to consider

• Still only two USB-C ports
• Heavier than the 13-inch Air

Price and availability

In the USA, the Apple MacBook Air 15 starts at $1,299.00. Prices rise with memory, storage and display upgrades, and retailer promotions can change the street price. Check current listings before ordering, especially if you need a specific configuration.

Verdict

The Apple MacBook Air 15 makes the most sense for people who want a larger screen without giving up portability. It is less suitable if you want a 120Hz panel or a discrete GPU. Its main strengths are large, bright display, long battery life and comfortable keyboard and trackpad. Keep in mind still only two USB-C ports and heavier than the 13-inch Air.