Apple MacBook Air (2018)
Apple Laptops

MacBook Air (2018)

Apple

Released Nov 1, 2018 · Analysis updated Aug 20, 2026

Lightweight MacBook Air boasts a high-resolution display, Touch ID, and long battery life in a premium build. The Apple MacBook Air (2018) scores 78/100 based on 5 expert reviews in the apple laptops category. Coverage includes reviews from Pickr, Cnet, Sixcolors, and Techradar.

Critic Score

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78

based on 5 expert reviews

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Low confidence · only 5 reviews

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Pros

  • Lightweight design(4)
  • High-resolution display(4)
  • Touch id sensor(3)
  • Long battery life(2)
  • Premium build quality(2)

Cons

  • High price(7)
  • Limited port selection(5)
  • Shallow keyboard(3)
  • Underpowered processor(2)

5 Publication Reviews

90
Independent publication02/2019

AI summary of this review

The 2018 MacBook Air is a highly recommended redesign that finally modernizes the display and performance, though it comes with a significantly higher price tag.

Publisher score: 4.5 /5

81
Major publication11/2018

AI summary of this review

The 2018 MacBook Air is a modernized, portable laptop with a great screen and battery, though it is held back by a higher price tag and a controversial keyboard.

Publisher score: 8.1

74
Independent publication11/2018

AI summary of this review

The 2018 MacBook Air successfully modernizes the line with a Retina display and better internals, though it inherits the controversial butterfly keyboard and limited port selection.

Score estimated from the review text

72
Major publication12/2020

AI summary of this review

The 2018 MacBook Air is a visually stunning and highly portable laptop with a great screen, though it is held back by mediocre performance and steep pricing for storage.

Score estimated from the review text

72
Major publication07/2021

AI summary of this review

The 2018 MacBook Air is a stylish and portable update with a stunning screen, but it is held back by a weak processor and a high price tag.

Score estimated from the review text