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Is MacBook Air 13-inch M5 worth buying?
Compare firstWait for 10% offTarget $989
Prioritise RAM/storage before chip tier if you keep Macs for several years. Fresh model with the longest support runway. Good product, but the buy radar gets meaningfully stronger with a modest discount.
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The decision in plain English
Consensus
77/100
Decent radar, but the value depends heavily on price, storage tier, and your upgrade path.
Lifecycle
3 months old
Recent products usually age better, but older Apple gear can be compelling refurbished.
Value score
75/100
Blends critic consensus, list price, lifecycle timing, and review confidence.
Chip
M5
Useful for comparing performance headroom across neighbouring models.
Deal target
$989
Good product, but the buy radar gets meaningfully stronger with a modest discount.
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FAQ
Is MacBook Air 13-inch M5 worth buying?
Compare first: Decent radar, but the value depends heavily on price, storage tier, and your upgrade path.
When should I buy MacBook Air 13-inch M5?
Wait for 10% off. A stronger target price is around $989.
Where is MacBook Air 13-inch M5 in its lifecycle?
Launch window. 3 months old.