5 Reasons the M1 MacBook Air Is Still Worth Buying in 2025
Regarding the MacBook Air: 1. The M1 chip aged gracefully It still handles web browsing, email, Office, video calls, and light photo editing smoothly. Unlike old Intel models, it doesn’t feel ancient after three years.
Battery life competes with new Windows laptops You get all-day battery performance that matches or beats many current budget PCs.
Build and screen quality match the 2022 redesign The chassis and display are nearly identical to the newer model, just with slightly thicker bezels.
It’s a great value under $600 If you find a deal below that price, it’s a no-brainer. The M2 Air is nicer but not twice the price nicer.
The only real downsides are minor for basic use The base 8GB RAM is fine for casual tasks, and the two USB-C ports are enough for most people. No MagSafe or 1080p webcam, but those aren’t dealbreakers.