UAE Price
AED 899
India Price
₹18,900
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Laptop · Apple · 2017
The Apple MacBook Air 13.3" 1.8 GHz (2017) (MacBook Air Series) 256GB / 16GB is Apple's 2017 laptop featuring a height x width x depth (in mm): 17 x 325 x 227 ( = 0.67 x 12.8 x 8.94 in) display, the Intel Core i5-5350U 2c/4t 2 x 1.8 - 2.9 GHz, Broadwell chipset. At AED 899 in the UAE and ₹18,900 in India, it sits firmly in the budget tier.
The 2017 MacBook Air 13.3” with Intel Core i5-5350U, 16GB RAM, and 256GB SSD excels in sustained low-power efficiency: its fanless design and 54Wh battery deliver up to 12 hours of web browsing with macOS Sierra. The Intel HD 6000 handles basic graphics tasks, while 16GB RAM enables smooth multitasking across Safari, Office, and light photo editing. It’s suited for students and remote workers needing reliable, portable macOS access without demanding applications. Its weakness is thermal throttling: the Broadwell CPU drops to 1.8GHz under sustained load, crippling multi-core performance after 10 minutes. The single Thunderbolt port limits expansion, and SSD speeds are capped at SATA III. In UAE at AED 899, it’s good value because it’s the cheapest way to own a functional, repairable MacBook with 16GB RAM. In India at ₹18900, it’s overpriced—newer Ryzen or M1 devices offer better performance for similar cost.
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| Battery | 54 Wh Lithium-Polymer |
| Camera | Webcam: 720p FaceTime camera |
| Connections | 2 USB 3.0 / 3.1 Gen1, 1 Thunderbolt, 1 DisplayPort, Audio Connections: 3.5 mm headphone jack, Card Reader: SDXC card reader, Brightness Sensor |
| Networking | Broadcom 802.11ac (a/b/g/n = Wi-Fi 4/ac = Wi-Fi 5/), Bluetooth 4.0 |
| Size | height x width x depth (in mm): 17 x 325 x 227 ( = 0.67 x 12.8 x 8.94 in) |
| Weight | 1.35 kg ( = 47.62 oz / 2.98 pounds), Power Supply: 200 g ( = 7.05 oz / 0.44 pounds) |
| Display | 13.30 inch 16:10, 1440 x 900 pixel 128 PPI, TN LED, glossy: yes |
| Graphics adapter | Intel HD Graphics 6000 |
| Memory | 8 GB , 1600 MHz LPDDR3 onboard |
| Storage | 256 |
| Mainboard | Intel Broadwell-U PCH-LP (Premium) |
| Soundcard | Intel Broadwell PCH-LP - High Definition Audio Controller |
| Additional features | Speakers: stereo speakers, Keyboard: Chiclet, Keyboard Light: yes, 12 Months Warranty |
| Links | Apple homepageMacBook Air (Series) |
| Price | 1099 Euro |
| Processor | Intel Core i5-5350U 2c/4t 2 x 1.8 - 2.9 GHz, Broadwell |
| Operating System | Apple macOS 10.12 Sierra |
Specs sourced from official manufacturer website and GSMArena.
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Common questions about the MacBook Air 13 (2017).
It is not recommended for most buyers in 2026 due to its outdated processor and lack of software support beyond macOS updates. While the build quality is solid, newer budget laptops offer better performance and longer-term usability.
The price in UAE is AED 899. It is available through authorized resellers and second-hand electronics markets, but new stock is no longer sold by Apple.
The price in India is ₹18900. It can be found through certified pre-owned retailers and online marketplaces, but Apple no longer sells this model new.
The camera is a 720p FaceTime HD webcam with basic low-light performance. It is adequate for video calls but lacks detail and clarity compared to modern laptop cameras.
The battery lasts up to 12 hours of web browsing or video playback under typical use. Actual life depends on screen brightness and background apps running.
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