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Apple · Laptop
Apple MacBook Air M3 (15-inch)
~C$1299
The Apple MacBook Air M3 (15-inch) is the best laptop for most Canadians — fast enough for everything from web browsing to video editing, with a gorgeous 15.3-inch Liquid Retina display and all-day battery life of up to 18 hours. The M3 chip handles demanding tasks while staying completely silent (no fan). MagSafe charging, two Thunderbolt ports, and a 3.5mm headphone jack. At 1.51 kg, it's remarkably light for a 15-inch laptop. The sweet spot of performance, portability, and price in Apple's lineup.
Read on Celmin Magazine →Pros
- + M3 chip performance
- + 18-hour battery life
- + Fanless silent design
- + Stunning 15.3-inch display
- + MagSafe charging
Cons
- - Only 8GB base RAM
- - Single external display (natively)
- - No ProMotion display
- - Limited ports
Key Specs
- Dimensions
- 13.4 x 9.35 x 0.45 inches
- Weight
- 3.3 lbs
- RAM
- 8GB (configurable to 24GB)
- Chip
- Apple M3
- Weight
- 3.3 lbs
- Battery
- 18 hours
- Display
- 15.3-inch Liquid Retina
- Storage
- 256GB SSD
Our Verdict
The best laptop for most people. Period. The M3 MacBook Air 15 is fast, silent, and lasts all day.
Best For
Students, professionals, and anyone who wants a premium all-day laptop
How It Compares
| Spec | Apple MacBook Air M3 (15-inch) | CalDigit TS4 Thunderbolt 4 Dock | Logitech MX Keys S |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | ~C$1299 | ~C$545 | ~C$150 |
| RAM | 8GB (configurable to 24GB) | — | — |
| Chip | Apple M3 | — | — |
| Weight | 3.3 lbs | — | — |
| Battery | 18 hours | — | 10 days backlit, 5 months off |
| Display | 15.3-inch Liquid Retina | — | — |
| Storage | 256GB SSD | — | — |
| Ports | — | 18 total | — |
| Charging | — | 98W USB-C PD | USB-C |
| Displays | — | Up to 3 | — |
| Ethernet | — | 2.5GbE | — |
| Interface | — | Thunderbolt 4 | — |
| Devices | — | — | 3 (Easy-Switch) |
| Connection | — | — | Bluetooth + Logi Bolt |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is 8GB RAM enough?
For web browsing, office work, and light creative tasks, yes. For heavy multitasking or development, consider 16GB or 24GB.
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