Introduction Date:

March 9, 2015*

Discontinued Date:

June 5, 2017

Processors:

1 (2 Cores)

Architecture:

64-Bit

Geekbench 2 (32):

6802

Geekbench 2 (64):

7464

Geekbench 3 (32):

2565

Geekbench 3 (32):

5069

Geekbench 3 (64):

2835

Geekbench 3 (64):

5721

Geekbench 4 (SC):

3049

Geekbench 4 (MC):

5556

Geekbench 5 (SC):

611

Geekbench 5 (MC):

1258

Processor Speed:

1.6 GHz

Processor Type:

Core i5 (I5-5250U)

Details:

This model is powered by a 14 nm, 64-bit "Fifth Generation" Intel Mobile Core i5 "Broadwell ULT" (I5-5250U) processor which includes two independent processor "cores" on a single silicon chip. Each core has a dedicated 256k level 2 cache, shares 3 MB of level 3 cache, and has an integrated memory controller (dual channel). This system also supports "Turbo Boost 2.0" -- which "automatically increases the speed of the active cores" to improve performance when needed (up to 2.7 GHz for this model) -- and "Hyper Threading" -- which allows the system to recognize four total "cores" or "threads" (two real and two virtual). Also see: How fast are the "Early 2015" MacBook Air models compared to the 12-Inch Retina MacBook and 13-Inch Retina MacBook Pro at the time the MacBook Air was introduced?

Turbo Boost:

2.7 GHz

Custom Speeds:

2.2 GHz (Core i7)

Processor Upgrade:

Soldered

FPU:

Integrated

System Bus Speed:

OPI*

Cache Bus Speed:

1.6 GHz (Built-in)

ROM/Firmware Type:

EFI

EFI Architecture:

64-Bit

L1 Cache:

32k/32k x2

L2/L3 Cache:

256k x2, 3 MB (on chip)

RAM Type:

LPDDR3 SDRAM*

Min. RAM Speed:

1600 MHz

Details:

*Shipped standard with 4 GB or 8 GB of 1600 MHz "Low Power" LPDDR3 SDRAM onboard.

Standard RAM:

8 GB

Maximum RAM:

8 GB

Motherboard RAM:

8 GB

RAM Slots:

None

Video Card:

HD Graphics 6000

VRAM Type:

Integrated

Details:

This model has an Intel HD Graphics 6000 graphics processor that shares memory with the system.

Standard VRAM:

1.5 GB

Maximum VRAM:

1.5 GB

Built-in Display:

13.3" Widescreen

Native Resolution:

1440x900

Details:

13.3" color widescreen TFT LED-backlit active-matrix "glossy" display with a 1440 by 900 native resolution. Apple reports that it also supports "1280 by 800, 1152 by 720, and 1024 by 640 pixels at 16:10 aspect ratio and 1024 by 768 and 800 by 600 pixels at 4:3 aspect ratio". In the US, site sponsor AppleParts.io offers mail-in repair services, as well as parts for do-it-yourself repair for this this MacBook Air. In the UK, site sponsor ALB Repair offers component-level logic board repair, display repair, and other repair services for this MacBook Air. No fix, no fee!  In Germany, site sponsor Conodi provides high quality Mac and PC repair services as well as remote home office setup and troubleshooting. In-person and mail order repair services include the display, motherboard, water damage and more for this MacBook Air.  In Spain, site sponsor iRepairs provides affordable repair and data recovery services. In-person and by mail repair services include the display, battery, keyboard, motherboard, and more for this MacBook Air.  In Singapore, site sponsor Esmond Service Centre provides highly regarded repairs for the display, motherboard, battery, water damage issues, and more, all with a free estimate and fast turnaround for this MacBook Air. In Hong Kong, site sponsor iCertified provides well-reviewed repair services for the display, logic board, battery, water damage, and more, all with a 180-day warranty; free diagnostics and estimates; and optional pickup and delivery for this MacBook Air.

2nd Display Support:

Dual/Mirroring*

2nd Max. Resolution:

3840x2160 (4K)*

Details:

*Although Apple originally only reported that this model could support a single external display up to 2560x1600, third-parties discovered that it actually could support a 3840x2160 (4K) display, and Apple subsequently revised their official documentation to confirm this, as well.

Standard Storage:

256 GB SSD

Std. Storage Speed:

N/A

Details:

The MJVE2LL/A and MMGF2LL/A configurations have 128 GB of flash storage and the MJVG2LL/A and MMGG2LL/A configurations have 256 GB of flash storage. Neither configuration has a hard drive. The higher-end MJVG2LL/A and MMGG2LL/A configurations also could be equipped with 512 GB of storage at the time of purchase for an additional US$300. Apple does not intend for one to upgrade the storage after purchase, but it is quite possible. Also see: How do you replace or upgrade the storage in the "Early 2015" MacBook Air models? Is it even possible?

Storage Dimensions:

Proprietary

Storage Interface:

Proprietary* (PCIe 2.0 x4)

Standard Optical:

None*

Standard Disk:

None

Standard Modem:

None

Standard Ethernet:

None*

Details:

*No MacBook Air models have an internal Ethernet port. However, an Apple Thunderbolt to Gigabit Ethernet adapter is available. Also see: What official and third-party adapters are available to connect the MacBook Air to wired Ethernet networks?

Standard AirPort:

802.11ac*

Standard Bluetooth:

4.0

USB Ports:

2 (3.0)

Firewire Ports:

None

Expansion Slots:

SD Card (SDXC)

Expansion Bays:

None

Details:

This model has an SDXC Card slot. In the US (and many other countries), site sponsor Other World Computing sells a wide variety of external accessories, including docks, adapters, input devices, cases, and more for this MacBook Air.

Incl. Keyboard:

Full-size

Incl. Input:

Trackpad (Inertial)

Case Type:

Notebook

Form Factor:

MacBook Air 13"

Apple Order No:

MJVE2LL/A*

Apple Subfamily:

Early 2015

Apple Model No:

A1466 (EMC 2925)

Model ID:

MacBookAir7,2

Details:

Please note that these identifiers refer to more than one model. Also see: All Macs with the A1466 Model Number, the 2925 EMC Number, and the MacBookAir7,2 Model Identifier.  For more about these identifiers and how to locate them on each Mac, please refer to EveryMac.com's Mac Identification section.

Battery Type:

54 W h Li-Poly

Battery Life:

12 Hours

Details:

Apple reports that this model can provide up to 12 hours of "wireless web" and up to 12 hours of "iTunes movie playback." Apple additionally reports that it provides "up to" 30 days of standby time. The system is bundled with a 45W MagSafe 2 power adapter. Also see: What is the battery life of the "Early 2015" MacBook Air models in "real-world" usage tests? Is it really as long as Apple claims? In the US (and many other countries), site sponsor Other World Computing sells quality batteries for this MacBook Air. In the UK, site sponsor Flexx is a local distributor of OWC batteries for this MacBook Air. In Australia, site sponsor Macfixit is a local distributor of OWC batteries for this MacBook Air.

Pre-Installed MacOS:

X 10.10.2 (14C2507)

Maximum MacOS:

12.x (Monterey)*

Minimum Windows:

8 (64-Bit)*

Maximum Windows:

10 (64-Bit)*

MacOS 9 Support:

None

Windows Support:

Boot/Virtualization

Details:

Also see: Are there any third-party programs to run Mac OS 9/Classic applications on Intel Macs? For more on running Windows on Intel Macs, please refer to the exhaustive Windows on Mac Q&A.

Dimensions:

.11-.68 x 12.8 x 8.94

Avg. Weight:

2.96 lbs (1.35 kg)

Original Price (US):

US$999, US$1199*

Est. Current Retail:

US$450-US$650

Details:

*This MacBook Air was originally offered with 128 GB of flash storage for US$999 and 256 GB of flash storage for US$1199. On April 19, 2016, Apple increased the default onboard RAM from 4 GB to 8 GB. Please note that on average the estimated current retail pricing of used systems is updated twice a year (please refer to the date on the bottom of the page for the date last updated). Photo Credit: Apple, Inc.