MacBook Air 15-inch (2023)
AppleReleased Jun 1, 2023 · Analysis updated Nov 9, 2026
The 15-inch MacBook Air combines strong performance and a high-quality display in a lightweight design with long battery life and clear audio. The Apple MacBook Air 15-inch (2023) scores 86/100 based on 9 expert reviews in the apple laptops category. Coverage includes reviews from Imore, The Verge, XDA, and Notebookcheck.
Critics are split: our scores run from 74 (CNET) to 94 (Imore) — a 20-point spread.
Average of 9 publication reviews, each normalized to a 0–100 scale. How we score
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Pros
- Long battery life(8)
- Great sound quality(5)
- Strong performance(5)
- High quality display(4)
- Silent operation(4)
Cons
- Limited features(13)
- Bulky design(7)
- High price(3)
- Limited port selection(3)
- Thermal throttling(2)
9 Publication Reviews
AI summary of this review
The 15-inch MacBook Air (2023) is described as a near-perfect laptop for the average user, offering a larger screen and superior audio without sacrificing the efficiency of the M2 chip.
Publisher score: 100
AI summary of this review
The MacBook Air 15-inch successfully fills a market gap by providing a large-screen, high-quality laptop at a consumer-friendly price point without compromising on essential Air features.
Publisher score: 9
AI summary of this review
The 15-inch MacBook Air (2023) is a highly recommended productivity laptop that successfully brings the M2 experience to a larger screen, though it sacrifices some of the traditional 'Air' portability...
Publisher score: 9/10
AI summary of this review
The 2023 15-inch MacBook Air is highly praised as a perfect middle ground for users who want a large screen and great battery life without the high cost and bulk of a MacBook Pro.
Publisher score: 90.47%
AI summary of this review
The 15-inch MacBook Air (2023) is a highly recommended laptop that successfully combines a larger, vibrant screen and better audio with the portability and efficiency of the Air line.
Score estimated from the review text
AI summary of this review
The MacBook Air 15-inch (2023) is a highly capable laptop that pairs a beautiful large screen and superb speakers with the efficient M2 chip, though it offers no performance gains over its smaller sib...
Publisher score: 4.5/5
AI summary of this review
The 15-inch MacBook Air provides a highly desirable large-screen experience in a portable frame, making it an ideal choice for general users who don't need the full power of a Pro model.
Publisher score: 8/10
