Apple MacBook Air 13-inch (M5): dimensions, weight, ports and specs
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Short answer
The MacBook Air 13 (M5) measures 11.97 × 8.46 in closed, is 0.44 in thick and starts at 2.7 lb. Memory: unified (in the chip), up to 32 GB. It has no numeric keypad, no Ethernet port and a battery of 53.8 Wh.
The Apple MacBook Air 13-inch (M5) is a 13-inch thin and light laptop announced in 2026. Every value below is from Apple’s specification document, re-typed into our own table. A chassis is sold in many configurations, so screen, memory and graphics are listed as the options the maker offers.
Notes from the document: Charges through MagSafe 3 or either Thunderbolt 4 port. Drives up to two external displays. Memory is 16, 24 or 32 GB, chosen at purchase.
Specifications
| Spec | MacBook Air 13 (M5) |
|---|---|
| Type | Thin and light, clamshell, macOS |
| Screen size | 13.6 in |
| Screen options | 2560 × 1664 IPS 500 nits |
| Width × depth | 11.97 × 8.46 in (30.4 × 21.5 cm) |
| Thickness | 0.44 in |
| Weight (starting) | 2.7 lb |
| Processors | Apple M5 |
| Graphics (maker's maximum power) | Integrated |
| Memory | Unified (in the chip), up to 32 GB |
| SSD slots | – |
| Battery | 53.8 Wh |
| Charging | MagSafe 3, 70 W |
| USB-C ports | 2 × USB-C, with Thunderbolt 4 |
| USB-A ports | None |
| HDMI | None |
| Ethernet (RJ45) | None |
| Card reader | None |
| Numeric keypad | ✕ No |
| Keyboard backlight | ✓ Yes |
| Fingerprint reader | ✓ Yes |
| Touchscreen | ✕ No |
| Wi-Fi (best offered) | Wi-Fi 7 |
| Mobile data (WWAN) | ✕ No |
| Maker's model code | – |
| Announced / document read | 2026 / November 14, 2026 |
Size: will it fit your bag?
Closed, it measures 11.97 × 8.46 in (30.4 × 21.5 cm) and is 0.44 in thick. A sleeve or laptop compartment needs inner dimensions at least that large; bag makers size compartments by screen class, and chassis in one class differ, so check the numbers, not the label. We list 2 laptops in the 13-inch class: 11.71–11.97 in wide, 8.12–8.46 in deep and 2.7 lb. By starting weight the MacBook Air 13 (M5) is the heaviest of 2.
Ports and charging
Ports: 2 × USB-C, with Thunderbolt 4. Charging: MagSafe 3, 70 W. It has no built-in Ethernet port.
Configurations vary by seller: check the listing for the exact processor, memory, storage and screen. We haven’t tested this laptop.
Frequently asked questions
What are the dimensions of the MacBook Air 13 (M5)?
11.97 in wide, 8.46 in deep and 0.44 in thick with the lid closed, starting at 2.7 lb.
Does the MacBook Air 13 (M5) have a numeric keypad?
No, it has no numeric keypad.
Does the MacBook Air 13 (M5) have a backlit keyboard?
Yes.
Can you upgrade the RAM in the MacBook Air 13 (M5)?
No: the memory is part of the Apple chip, so buy the amount you will need (up to 32 GB).
Does the MacBook Air 13 (M5) have an Ethernet port?
No. Wired networking needs a USB-C Ethernet adapter or a dock.
Does the MacBook Air 13 (M5) have a touchscreen?
No.