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Apple MacBook Air 13-inch (2018)

Apple MacBook Air 13-inch (2018)
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alaScore 88

175 reviews

Apr, 2025

alaTest has collected and analyzed 175 reviews of Apple MacBook Air 13-inch (2018). The average rating for this product is 4.5/5, compared to an average rating of 4.0/5 for other products in the same category for all reviews. Reviewers are impressed by the usability and screen. The design and performance also get good comments, whereas many are critical about the energy efficiency and price.

portability, performance, design, screen, usability

price, energy

We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other products in the same category the Apple MacBook Air 13-inch (2018) is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 88/100 = Very good quality.

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Expert review by : Thomas Newton (trustedreviews.com)

MacBook Air 2018 Review | Trusted Reviews

 

If you have the budget, then this MacBook Air offers a proper upgrade on past iterations

A classic design, refreshed for 2018 ; Lightweight, premium-feel body ; Retina Display screen ; Pro features for a lower price

Only has two USB-C ports

The MacBook Air 2018 is a streamlined and powerful laptop brimming with up-to-date features.

Feb, 2019
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Expert review by : Mike Lowe (pocket-lint.com)

Apple MacBook Air (2018) review: Return of the Mac

 

Its first major remodel for some years, the new Air brings a smaller footprint, higher-res display, Touch ID and a divisive keyboard. Is it a winner?

High-res ‘Retina’ display with smaller bezel than previous Air models ; Large trackpad with Force Touch control ; Touch ID login via fingerprint is great ; Smaller and lighter footprint adds to appeal

Loud and sometimes unresponsive keyboard ; Only Thunderbolt 3 (USB-C) ports and no SD card slot ; Confuses the MacBook/Air/Pro lineup ; No Face ID ; Strong Windows 10 competition now

A remodel that's been long overdue, the new Air brings a shrunken footprint, higher-res display, less bezel, Touch ID login, fewer ports, a divisive keyboard and a higher price tag than its predecessor. Some great features for sure, but a few irks hold...

Dec, 2018
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Expert review by : Natalya Paul (stuff.tv)

Apple MacBook Air 13″ (2018) review

 

The lightest MacBook finally gets its long-awaited update - is it a breath of fresh Air?

Screen a significant step up from previous gen Air ; Classy design with outstanding keyboard ; Same great battery life, despite hardware upgrades

No longer as affordable as the Air once was ; Only slightly faster than before ; Loses ports in the name of thinness

Not as affordable as the Air used to be, but this latest version justifies the added expense with a stunning design, screen and features. More than enough MacBook for most people.

Nov, 2018
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Expert review by : Martyn Casserly (techadvisor.co.uk)

MacBook Air (2018)

 

The MacBook Air has seen a major redesign, but how does it compare to the excellent Surface Laptop 2? We find out and help you choose which one to buy.

Nov, 2018
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Expert review by (which.co.uk)

Apple MacBook Air 2018 laptop review

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The MacBook Air 2018 is Apple's biggest laptop update in years. A completely new design, new ports and new internal specifications make the 2018 MacBook Air almost completely unrecognisable compared with the previous model, the design of which was...

Dec, 2018
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Expert review by : Karen Haslam , Editor (macworld.co.uk)

MacBook Air 2018 review

 

Apple finally updated its most popular laptop in October 2018, giving the MacBook Air an all-new, smaller and thinner design, with new colour options, and a Retina display. Find out what the new laptop has to offer, and how it matches up to other Macs...

The MacBook Air was neglected by Apple for far too long, but through its wilderness years it remained surprisingly popular. Then in October 2018 Apple produced a MacBook Air that deserved to be popular. The 2018 MacBook Air was the perfect laptop for...

Jan, 2022
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Expert review by : Connor Jones (itpro.co.uk)

Apple MacBook Air (2018) review: Perfectly sculpted, adequately powered

 

Not a market-leading laptop, but a seriously enjoyable experience

Beautiful Retina display; Superb keyboard; Visually stunning design

Lacklustre battery life under load; Performance doesn’t stack up to rivals in its field

This year’s MacBook Air won’t blow you away with its performance, but it will light up your eyes with its masterful design and overall user experience.

Feb, 2019
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Expert review by : Kenny Yeo (hardwarezone.com.sg)

Apple MacBook Air (2018) review: The Air we have been waiting for

 

It has taken a while but Apple has finally given the MacBook Air a thorough update. But was it worth the wait?

Excellent battery life;Two USB-C Thunderbolt ports;Large, responsive trackpad;Great speakers;Class-leading build quality

Performance isn't the best;Display could be brighter;There are thinner, lighter notebooks around

Nov, 2018
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Expert review by : GSMArena team (gsmarena.com)

Best and worst smartphone trends of 2018

 

Another year has passed and a whole bunch of devices has gone through our office. We have completed more than 80 smartphone reviews in 2018 and what an...

Dec, 2018
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Expert review by (engadget.com)

Apple MacBook Air review (2018): A good buy and a tough call

 

The new Air is precisely the upgrade many users have been holding out for, with a slimmed-down body, sharper Retina display, long battery life and a useful Touch ID fingerprint sensor. Though it's more than fast enough for common use cases, some might...

Lighter ; Slimmed-down design ; Sharp Retina display ; Long battery life ; Spacious and reliable trackpad ; It has Touch ID

Underpowered compared to a similarly priced MacBook Pro ; No option to upgrade the processor ; No more SD slot ; Screen is dimmer than the Pro's

Nov, 2018
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