MacBook Air 13.3-inch, M1, 256 GB SSD Gold

MacBook Air 13.3-inch, M1, 256 GB SSD Gold (Model: MGND3FN/A)

MacBook Air 13.3-inch, M1, 256 GB SSD Gold is priced at Kes 96,000  here at Novelty Tech Solution in Nairobi, Kenya

Quick Summary

The MacBook Air (M1, 2020) redefined entry-level computing by offering exceptional performance and all-day battery life in a silent, fanless design. The model MGND3FN/A is the specific SKU for the Space Grey color with the 8-core GPU, 8GB RAM, and 256GB SSD configuration. It remains a highly capable and best-value machine for most users.

Full Specifications & Information

1. General Information

• Marketing Name: MacBook Air (M1, 2020)

• Model Number: MGND3FN/A (This Order Number specifies Space Grey, 8-core GPU, 256GB SSD).

• Model Identifier: MacBookAir10,1

• Release Date: November 17, 2020

• Design: Classic tapered wedge design (pre-redesign).

• Operating System (Original): macOS Big Sur

• Operating System (Latest): macOS Sequoia (and expected to receive future updates for some time, demonstrating its longevity).

2. Design & Display

• Color: Gold

• Display: 13.3-inch (diagonal) LED-backlit Retina Display

• Resolution: 2560-by-1600 pixels at 227 pixels per inch (ppi)

• Technology: IPS

• Brightness: 400 nits typical

• Color Support: P3 wide color gamut, True Tone technology

• Bezels: Traditional bezels (no notch).

• Build: 100% recycled aluminum unibody enclosure.

• Dimensions: 0.41–1.61 cm height x 30.41 cm width x 21.24 cm depth

• Weight: 2.8 pounds (1.29 kg)

3. Performance & Storage

• Chip: Apple M1 (The groundbreaking first-generation Apple Silicon for Mac)

• CPU: 8-core (4 performance cores + 4 efficiency cores)

• GPU: 8-core (This model has the upgraded 8-core GPU; the base 256GB model originally had a 7-core GPU option).

• Neural Engine: 16-core

• Unified Memory: 8GB (configurable at time of purchase, but this is the standard amount).

• Storage: 256GB SSD

4. Connectivity & Expansion

• Ports:

  • Two USB 4 / Thunderbolt 3 ports (up to 40Gb/s) on the left side.

  • 3.5mm headphone jack.

• Wireless:

  • Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) – *Note: This is older than the Wi-Fi 6 in M2/M3 models.*

  • Bluetooth 5.0

5. Camera, Audio, and Microphones

• Front Camera: 720p FaceTime HD camera – *Note: This is a lower resolution than the 1080p cameras in later M2/M3 models.*

• Audio: Stereo speakers with wider stereo sound.

• Microphones: Three-mic array with beamforming.

6. Battery & Power

• Battery: 49.9-watt-hour lithium-polymer battery

• Battery Life:

  • Up to 15 hours of wireless web browsing.

  • Up to 18 hours of video playback.

• Power Adapter: Comes with a 30W USB-C Power Adapter.

7. Keyboard & Input

• Keyboard: Backlit Magic Keyboard with a scissor mechanism (renowned for its reliability after the problematic butterfly keyboards).

• Trackpad: Force Touch trackpad.

8. In the Box (Original Packaging)

• MacBook Air (M1, 13.3-inch, Space Grey)

• 30W USB-C Power Adapter

• USB-C Charge Cable (2m)

Key Features & Selling Points

• Revolutionary M1 Performance: Delivers exceptional speed and responsiveness for everyday tasks, dramatically outperforming Intel-based MacBook Airs at the time.

• Extreme Efficiency & Battery Life: The M1 chip’s efficiency is the reason for its legendary all-day battery life.

• Silent, Fanless Design: Because the M1 runs so cool under typical workloads, it doesn’t need a fan, making it completely silent.

• Retina Display: A beautiful, sharp, and color-accurate screen.

• Excellent Value: It offers an unbeatable price-to-performance ratio in the Apple ecosystem, even years after its release.

Common Comparisons & Considerations

• vs. MacBook Air M2 (2022): The M2 model has a modern redesign, a larger and brighter 13.6-inch Liquid Retina display with a notch, a 1080p camera, MagSafe charging, and slightly better CPU/GPU performance. The M1 Air remains the budget king.

• vs. MacBook Air M1 (7-core GPU): This specific model (MGND3FN/A) has the slightly more powerful 8-core GPU, giving it a minor edge in graphics performance over the base 7-core model.

• Consideration – RAM (8GB): For most users (web browsing, office apps, media consumption), 8GB is perfectly fine thanks to the M1’s efficient memory management. However, for heavy, sustained multitasking or professional work, it can be a limitation.

• Consideration – Storage (256GB): 256GB is sufficient for the system and essential files, but users with large photo/video libraries or who install many large applications will need to rely on cloud or external storage.

• Consideration – Ports: Only two Thunderbolt/USB-C ports can feel limiting for users who need to connect multiple peripherals without a dock.

Who is this MacBook for?

This model is an legendary and perfect choice for:

• Students on a budget.

• First-time Mac users looking for the best entry point.

• Professionals needing a highly portable and reliable machine for email, documents, web conferencing, and light creative work.

• Anyone whose primary needs are web browsing, streaming, office applications, and light photo editing. It handles these tasks with ease and incredible battery life.

It is arguably one of the most influential and best-value laptops Apple has ever produced.