MacBook Air 2018
AppleReleased Nov 1, 2018 · Analysis updated Sep 28, 2026
Lightweight MacBook Air offers a vibrant display, secure Touch ID, and impressive battery life with rich sound. The Apple MacBook Air 2018 scores 77/100 based on 5 expert reviews in the apple laptops category. Coverage includes reviews from Pickr, CNET, Sixcolors, and TechRadar.
Critic Score
What's this?based on 5 expert reviews
Low confidence · only 5 reviews
Critics are split: our scores run from 64 (Itpro) to 90 (Pickr) — a 26-point spread.
Average of 5 publication reviews, each normalized to a 0–100 scale. How we score
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Pros
- Lightweight design(4)
- Great display(4)
- Touch id(3)
- Long battery life(2)
- Great sound quality(2)
Cons
- High price(6)
- Limited port selection(4)
- Underpowered processor(3)
- Shallow keyboard(2)
5 Publication Reviews
AI summary of this review
The 2018 MacBook Air is a highly recommended refresh that finally brings a modern screen and better performance to the lineup, though its increased price makes it harder to justify.
Publisher score: 4.5 /5
AI summary of this review
The 2018 MacBook Air is a significant modernization with a better screen and design, though it is held back by a higher price point and a controversial keyboard.
Publisher score: 8.1
AI summary of this review
The 2018 MacBook Air successfully modernizes the line with a Retina display and Touch ID, though it is hampered by a limited port selection and a controversial keyboard design.
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AI summary of this review
The 2018 MacBook Air is a visually stunning and highly portable laptop with a great screen, but it is held back by mediocre performance and steep pricing for storage.
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AI summary of this review
While the 2018 MacBook Air is a design masterpiece with a fantastic screen, its inconsistent performance and disappointing battery life make it a hard recommendation at its premium price point.
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