Apple MacBook Air (2019)
Apple Laptops

MacBook Air (2019)

Apple

Released Jul 1, 2019 · Analysis updated Sep 28, 2026

Lightweight MacBook Air boasts a premium build, long battery life, and a vibrant display for everyday productivity. The Apple MacBook Air (2019) scores 72/100 based on 5 expert reviews in the apple laptops category. Coverage includes reviews from Pocket-lint, Mashable, PCMag, and TechRadar.

Critic Score

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72

based on 5 expert reviews

Pocket-lintMashablePCMagTechRadarLaptop Mag

Low confidence · only 5 reviews

General agreement: our scores range from 68 (TechRadar) to 80 (Pocket-lint).

Average of 5 publication reviews, each normalized to a 0–100 scale. How we score

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Pros

  • Premium build quality(5)
  • Long battery life(4)
  • Great display(3)
  • Lightweight design(2)
  • Large touchpad(2)

Cons

  • Limited port selection(5)
  • High price(3)
  • Underpowered processor(2)
  • Shallow keyboard travel(2)

5 Publication Reviews

80
Established publication08/2019

AI summary of this review

The 2019 MacBook Air is a well-balanced entry-level laptop that improves upon its predecessor with a more reliable keyboard, a lower price point, and a better display.

Publisher score: 4.0 / 5

75
Major publication07/2019

AI summary of this review

The 2019 MacBook Air is a competent and more affordable entry-level laptop for light users, though it is held back by mediocre performance and battery life.

Publisher score: 3.75/5

70
Major publication07/2019

AI summary of this review

The 2019 MacBook Air is a well-built, highly portable laptop with great battery life, though it is held back by mediocre processing power and a controversial keyboard design.

Publisher score: 3.5

68
Major publication12/2020

AI summary of this review

The 2019 MacBook Air is a beautifully designed and portable laptop with a great screen, but it is held back by an underwhelming processor and poor value regarding storage upgrades.

Score estimated from the review text

68
Major publication07/2021

AI summary of this review

The 2019 MacBook Air is an aesthetically pleasing and well-built entry-level laptop that is held back by a weak processor and a limited selection of ports.

Score estimated from the review text