Apple MacBook Air 15-inch (M5) · UK; Midnight; 24 GB unified memory; 1TB SSD; 10-core CPU / 10-core GPU; British keyboard vs Apple MacBook Air 15-inch (M5) · UK; Starlight; 24 GB unified memory; 1TB SSD; 10-core CPU / 10-core GPU; British keyboard
Apple MacBook Air 15-inch (M5) in the manufacturer-listed UK; Midnight; 24 GB unified memory; 1TB SSD; 10-core CPU / 10-core GPU; British keyboard configuration. Installed memory/storage and regional keyboard are tied to the exact Apple part number.
Specifications checked 17 Oct 2026.
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Apple MacBook Air 15-inch (M5) in the manufacturer-listed UK; Starlight; 24 GB unified memory; 1TB SSD; 10-core CPU / 10-core GPU; British keyboard configuration. Installed memory/storage and regional keyboard are tied to the exact Apple part number.
Specifications checked 17 Oct 2026.
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Apple MacBook Air 15-inch (M5) · UK; Midnight; 24 GB unified memory; 1TB SSD; 10-core CPU / 10-core GPU; British keyboard15.3 in
Manufacturer specification · Manufacturer standard-rectangle diagonal; actual viewable area can be smaller.
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Published battery, display and connection figures are manufacturer claims with their source conditions. Power adapter is sold separately; actual battery life varies with settings and use. Unlisted capabilities and installed OS version remain unknown.
Published battery, display and connection figures are manufacturer claims with their source conditions. Power adapter is sold separately; actual battery life varies with settings and use. Unlisted capabilities and installed OS version remain unknown.
Source-backed specifications for Apple MacBook Air 15-inch (M5) · UK; Midnight; 24 GB unified memory; 1TB SSD; 10-core CPU / 10-core GPU; British keyboard and Apple MacBook Air 15-inch (M5) · UK; Starlight; 24 GB unified memory; 1TB SSD; 10-core CPU / 10-core GPU; British keyboard
Specification
Apple MacBook Air 15-inch (M5) · UK; Midnight; 24 GB unified memory; 1TB SSD; 10-core CPU / 10-core GPU; British keyboard
Apple MacBook Air 15-inch (M5) · UK; Starlight; 24 GB unified memory; 1TB SSD; 10-core CPU / 10-core GPU; British keyboard
Processor configurationSources
Apple MacBook Air 15-inch (M5) · UK; Midnight; 24 GB unified memory; 1TB SSD; 10-core CPU / 10-core GPU; British keyboard
Apple MacBook Air 15-inch (M5) · UK; Midnight; 24 GB unified memory; 1TB SSD; 10-core CPU / 10-core GPU; British keyboard
Manufacturer specification · Diagonal is for the standard rectangle; rounded corners or camera cut-outs reduce actual viewable area. Finish is the exact store selection when stated. Manufacturer source footnote-2: Screen size is measured diagonally. The displays on the 13-inch and 15-inch MacBook Air have rounded corners at the top. When measured as a standard rectangular shape, the screens are 13.6 inches and 15.3 inches diagonally (actual viewable area is less).
Apple MacBook Air 15-inch (M5) · UK; Starlight; 24 GB unified memory; 1TB SSD; 10-core CPU / 10-core GPU; British keyboard
Manufacturer specification · Diagonal is for the standard rectangle; rounded corners or camera cut-outs reduce actual viewable area. Finish is the exact store selection when stated. Manufacturer source footnote-2: Screen size is measured diagonally. The displays on the 13-inch and 15-inch MacBook Air have rounded corners at the top. When measured as a standard rectangular shape, the screens are 13.6 inches and 15.3 inches diagonally (actual viewable area is less).
Liquid Retina display 15.3-inch (diagonal) LED-backlit display with IPS technology; 2880x1864 native resolution at 224 pixels per inch 500 nits brightness Colour Support for 1 billion colours Wide colour (P3) True Tone technology
Liquid Retina display 15.3-inch (diagonal) LED-backlit display with IPS technology; 2880x1864 native resolution at 224 pixels per inch 500 nits brightness Colour Support for 1 billion colours Wide colour (P3) True Tone technology
Display diagonalSources
Apple MacBook Air 15-inch (M5) · UK; Midnight; 24 GB unified memory; 1TB SSD; 10-core CPU / 10-core GPU; British keyboard
Manufacturer specification · Manufacturer standard-rectangle diagonal; actual viewable area can be smaller.
Apple MacBook Air 15-inch (M5) · UK; Midnight; 24 GB unified memory; 1TB SSD; 10-core CPU / 10-core GPU; British keyboard
Manufacturer specification · Manufacturer-listed claim for this screen/chip scope. External display modes do not describe the built-in screen. Manufacturer source footnote-3: Testing conducted by Apple in January 2026 using pre‑production 13‑inch MacBook Air systems with Apple M5, 10‑core CPU and 8‑core GPU, and pre‑production 15‑inch MacBook Air systems with Apple M5, 10‑core CPU and 10‑core GPU, all configured with 16GB of unified memory and 512GB SSD. Wireless web battery life tested by browsing 25 popular websites while connected to Wi‑Fi. Video streaming battery life tested with 1080p content in Safari while connected to Wi‑Fi. All systems tested with display brightness set to 8 clicks from bottom and keyboard backlight off. Battery life varies by use and configuration. See apple.com/uk/batteries for more information.
Apple MacBook Air 15-inch (M5) · UK; Starlight; 24 GB unified memory; 1TB SSD; 10-core CPU / 10-core GPU; British keyboard
Manufacturer specification · Manufacturer-listed claim for this screen/chip scope. External display modes do not describe the built-in screen. Manufacturer source footnote-3: Testing conducted by Apple in January 2026 using pre‑production 13‑inch MacBook Air systems with Apple M5, 10‑core CPU and 8‑core GPU, and pre‑production 15‑inch MacBook Air systems with Apple M5, 10‑core CPU and 10‑core GPU, all configured with 16GB of unified memory and 512GB SSD. Wireless web battery life tested by browsing 25 popular websites while connected to Wi‑Fi. Video streaming battery life tested with 1080p content in Safari while connected to Wi‑Fi. All systems tested with display brightness set to 8 clicks from bottom and keyboard backlight off. Battery life varies by use and configuration. See apple.com/uk/batteries for more information.
Up to 18 hours video streaming Up to 15 hours wireless web Built-in 66.5‑watt‑hour lithium‑polymer battery USB‑C to MagSafe 3 Cable (2m) Supports charging via a USB‑C power adapter or other USB PD power source Minimum wattage required to charge the device: 35W Fast-charge capable with 70W or higher USB PD power source
Up to 18 hours video streaming Up to 15 hours wireless web Built-in 66.5‑watt‑hour lithium‑polymer battery USB‑C to MagSafe 3 Cable (2m) Supports charging via a USB‑C power adapter or other USB PD power source Minimum wattage required to charge the device: 35W Fast-charge capable with 70W or higher USB PD power source
ConnectionsSources
Apple MacBook Air 15-inch (M5) · UK; Midnight; 24 GB unified memory; 1TB SSD; 10-core CPU / 10-core GPU; British keyboard
MagSafe 3 charging port 3.5mm headphone jack Two Thunderbolt 4 (USB-C) ports with support for: Charging DisplayPort Thunderbolt 4 (up to 40Gb/s) USB 4 (up to 40Gb/s)
MagSafe 3 charging port 3.5mm headphone jack Two Thunderbolt 4 (USB-C) ports with support for: Charging DisplayPort Thunderbolt 4 (up to 40Gb/s) USB 4 (up to 40Gb/s)
Wireless connectionsSources
Apple MacBook Air 15-inch (M5) · UK; Midnight; 24 GB unified memory; 1TB SSD; 10-core CPU / 10-core GPU; British keyboard
Manufacturer specification · Manufacturer-listed claim for this screen/chip scope. External display modes do not describe the built-in screen. Manufacturer source footnote-4: Wi‑Fi 7 available in countries and regions where supported.
Apple MacBook Air 15-inch (M5) · UK; Starlight; 24 GB unified memory; 1TB SSD; 10-core CPU / 10-core GPU; British keyboard
Manufacturer specification · Manufacturer-listed claim for this screen/chip scope. External display modes do not describe the built-in screen. Manufacturer source footnote-4: Wi‑Fi 7 available in countries and regions where supported.
Height: 1.15 cm (0.45 inches); Width: 34.04 cm (13.40 inches); Depth: 23.76 cm (9.35 inches)
Height: 1.15 cm (0.45 inches); Width: 34.04 cm (13.40 inches); Depth: 23.76 cm (9.35 inches)
Weight and configuration basisSources
Apple MacBook Air 15-inch (M5) · UK; Midnight; 24 GB unified memory; 1TB SSD; 10-core CPU / 10-core GPU; British keyboard
Manufacturer specification · Weight: 1.51 kg (3.3 pounds) Manufacturer states weight varies by configuration and manufacturing process; kg converted to g.
Apple MacBook Air 15-inch (M5) · UK; Starlight; 24 GB unified memory; 1TB SSD; 10-core CPU / 10-core GPU; British keyboard
Manufacturer specification · Weight: 1.51 kg (3.3 pounds) Manufacturer states weight varies by configuration and manufacturing process; kg converted to g.
Backlit Magic Keyboard with: 78 (ANSI) or 79 (ISO) keys including 12 full‑height function keys Touch ID Ambient light sensor Force Touch trackpad for precise cursor control and pressure-sensing capabilities; enables Force clicks, accelerators, pressure-sensitive drawing and Multi‑Touch gestures
Backlit Magic Keyboard with: 78 (ANSI) or 79 (ISO) keys including 12 full‑height function keys Touch ID Ambient light sensor Force Touch trackpad for precise cursor control and pressure-sensing capabilities; enables Force clicks, accelerators, pressure-sensitive drawing and Multi‑Touch gestures
CameraSources
Apple MacBook Air 15-inch (M5) · UK; Midnight; 24 GB unified memory; 1TB SSD; 10-core CPU / 10-core GPU; British keyboard
Manufacturer specification · Manufacturer specification for this model/screen; unlisted configurations remain unknown.
Six-speaker sound system with force-cancelling woofers Support for Spatial Audio when playing music or video with Dolby Atmos on built-in speakers Spatial Audio with dynamic head tracking when using supported models of AirPods, AirPods Pro and AirPods Max Three-mic array with directional beamforming Voice Isolation and Wide Spectrum microphone modes for enhanced voice clarity in audio and video calls 3.5mm headphone jack with advanced support for high‑impedance headphones
Six-speaker sound system with force-cancelling woofers Support for Spatial Audio when playing music or video with Dolby Atmos on built-in speakers Spatial Audio with dynamic head tracking when using supported models of AirPods, AirPods Pro and AirPods Max Three-mic array with directional beamforming Voice Isolation and Wide Spectrum microphone modes for enhanced voice clarity in audio and video calls 3.5mm headphone jack with advanced support for high‑impedance headphones
Operating systemSources
Apple MacBook Air 15-inch (M5) · UK; Midnight; 24 GB unified memory; 1TB SSD; 10-core CPU / 10-core GPU; British keyboard
Manufacturer specification · The cited source does not establish an exact installed OS version.
Supports up to two external displays: Two displays up to a native resolution of 6K at 60Hz or 4K at 144Hz One display up to a native resolution of 8K at 60Hz or 5K at 120Hz or 4K at 240Hz Supports up to two external displays over a single Thunderbolt port Simultaneously supports the built‑in display at full native resolution Thunderbolt 4 (USB‑C) ports support native DisplayPort 1.4 speeds (up to HBR3) with DSC capability
Supports up to two external displays: Two displays up to a native resolution of 6K at 60Hz or 4K at 144Hz One display up to a native resolution of 8K at 60Hz or 5K at 120Hz or 4K at 240Hz Supports up to two external displays over a single Thunderbolt port Simultaneously supports the built‑in display at full native resolution Thunderbolt 4 (USB‑C) ports support native DisplayPort 1.4 speeds (up to HBR3) with DSC capability
Included accessoriesSources
Apple MacBook Air 15-inch (M5) · UK; Midnight; 24 GB unified memory; 1TB SSD; 10-core CPU / 10-core GPU; British keyboard
Manufacturer specification · Manufacturer specification for this model/screen; unlisted configurations remain unknown.
Each record represents an explicitly checked model and configuration. Original import: 5 Sept 2026; this is not its verification date. This is not a list of current offers or a popularity ranking.
