MacBook Air (13-inch, Mid 2012)
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MacBook Air (13-inch, Mid 2012) Specifications

Complete Apple MacBook Air (13-inch, Mid 2012) technical specifications · model numbers, colors, storage, dimensions and hardware details.

Chip: 1.8GHz dual-core Intel Core i5 (Turbo Boost up to 2.8GHz) with 3MB shared L3 cache Display: 13.3-inch (diagonal) high-resolution LED-backlit glossy widescreen display with support f… 1440 x 900 Camera: 720p FaceTime HD camera
Display
13.3-inch (diagonal) high-resolution LED-backlit glossy widescreen display with support for millions of color… · 1440 x 900
Chip
1.8GHz dual-core Intel Core i5 (Turbo Boost up to 2.8GHz) with 3MB shared L3 cache
Storage / Colors
128GB, 256GB, 512GB · Supported resolutions:1440 x 900 (native), 1280 x 800, 1152 x 720, and 1024 x 640 at 16:10 ratio and 1024 x 768 and 800 x 600 at 4:3 ratio.
Weight / OS
1350 g

Apple MacBook Air (13-inch, Mid 2012) technical specifications

This page contains complete technical specifications for Apple MacBook Air (13-inch, Mid 2012), including display, chip, storage, colors, model numbers, dimensions, weight, operating system, connectivity, battery information and other hardware details.

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Size and Weight

  • Height: 0.11-0.68 inch (0.3-1.7 cm)
  • Width: 12.8 inches (32.5 cm)
  • Depth: 8.94 inches (22.7 cm)
  • Weight: 2.96 pounds (1.35 kg)2

Display

  • 13.3-inch (diagonal) high-resolution LED-backlit glossy widescreen display with support for millions of colors
  • Supported resolutions:1440 x 900 (native), 1280 x 800, 1152 x 720, and 1024 x 640 at 16:10 ratio and 1024 x 768 and 800 x 600 at 4:3 ratio.
  • 1440 x 900 (native), 1280 x 800, 1152 x 720, and 1024 x 640 at 16:10 ratio and 1024 x 768 and 800 x 600 at 4:3 ratio.

Camera

  • 720p FaceTime HD camera

iIn the Box

  • MacBook Air
  • 45W MagSafe 2 Power Adapter, AC wall plug, and power cord
  • Printed and electronic documentation

iAcoustic Performance

  • DECLARED NOISE EMISSIONS in accordance with ISO 9296
  • Sound Power LevelLWAd (B)1 B = 10 dBSound Pressure LevelOperator PositionLpAm (dB)Idle2,56Hard drive accessingN/AN/ACD drive accessingN/AN/A

iAudio

  • Stereo speakers
  • Omnidirectional microphone
  • Headphone port
  • Support for Apple iPhone headset with remote and microphone

iAvailable Accessories

  • Mac SoftwareiWorkApertureLogic ProFinal Cut Pro X
  • iWork
  • Aperture
  • Logic Pro
  • Final Cut Pro X
  • Displays and AdaptersApple Thunderbolt DisplayApple Mini DisplayPort to DVI AdapterApple Mini DisplayPort to VGA AdapterApple Mini DisplayPort to Dual-Link DVI AdapterMagSafe to MagSafe 2 Converter
  • Apple Thunderbolt Display
  • Apple Mini DisplayPort to DVI Adapter
  • Apple Mini DisplayPort to VGA Adapter
  • Apple Mini DisplayPort to Dual-Link DVI Adapter
  • MagSafe to MagSafe 2 Converter
  • AirPort and WirelessAirPort Extreme Base StationAirPort Express Base StationTime CapsuleApple Wireless KeyboardApple Magic MouseApple Magic Trackpad
  • AirPort Extreme Base Station
  • AirPort Express Base Station
  • Time Capsule
  • Apple Wireless Keyboard
  • Apple Magic Mouse
  • Apple Magic Trackpad
  • Other AccessoriesApple USB SuperDriveThunderbolt to Gigabit Ethernet AdapterThunderbolt to FireWire AdapterAppleCare Protection PlanApple USB Ethernet Adapter
  • Apple USB SuperDrive
  • Thunderbolt to Gigabit Ethernet Adapter
  • Thunderbolt to FireWire Adapter
  • AppleCare Protection Plan
  • Apple USB Ethernet Adapter

Battery and Power4

  • Up to 7 hours wireless web
  • Up to 30 days standby time
  • Built-in 50-watt-hour lithium-polymer battery
  • 45W MagSafe 2 Power Adapter with cable management; MagSafe 2 power port

iConfigure to Order

  • Configure your MacBook Air to order with these options, only at the Apple Online Store:
  • 2.0GHz dual-core Intel Core i7 (Turbo Boost up to 3.2GHz)
  • 8GB memory upgrade
  • 512GB of flash storage

Connections and Expansion

  • Two USB 3 ports (up to 5 Gbps)
  • Thunderbolt port (up to 10 Gbps)
  • MagSafe 2 power port
  • SD card slot

iElectrical and Operating Requirements

  • Line voltage: 100-240V AC
  • Frequency: 50Hz to 60Hz
  • Operating temperature: 50° to 95° F (10° to 35° C)
  • Storage temperature: -13° to 113° F (-24° to 45° C)
  • Relative humidity: 0% to 90% noncondensing
  • Maximum operating altitude: 10,000 feet
  • Maximum storage altitude: 15,000 feet
  • Maximum shipping altitude: 35,000 feet

iGraphics and Video Support

  • Intel HD Graphics 4000
  • Dual display and video mirroring:Simultaneously supports full native resolution on the built-in display and up to 2560 by 1600 pixels on an external display, both at millions of colors
  • Simultaneously supports full native resolution on the built-in display and up to 2560 by 1600 pixels on an external display, both at millions of colors
  • Thunderbolt digital video outputNative Mini DisplayPort outputDVI output using Mini DisplayPort to DVI Adapter (sold separately)VGA output using Mini DisplayPort to VGA Adapter (sold separately)Dual-link DVI output using Mini DisplayPort to Dual-Link DVI Adapter (sold separately)HDMI audio and video output using third-party Mini DisplayPort to HDMI Adapter (sold separately)
  • Native Mini DisplayPort output
  • DVI output using Mini DisplayPort to DVI Adapter (sold separately)
  • VGA output using Mini DisplayPort to VGA Adapter (sold separately)
  • Dual-link DVI output using Mini DisplayPort to Dual-Link DVI Adapter (sold separately)
  • HDMI audio and video output using third-party Mini DisplayPort to HDMI Adapter (sold separately)

iIncluded Software

  • OS X Mountain LionIncludes Mail, Messages, Contacts, Calendar, Safari, Reminders, Notification Center, Notes, Dictation, iCloud, Time Machine, FaceTime, Photo Booth, AirPlay, Game Center, the Mac App Store, iTunes, Gatekeeper, Twitter and Facebook integration,5 and more. Learn more about latest operating system
  • Includes Mail, Messages, Contacts, Calendar, Safari, Reminders, Notification Center, Notes, Dictation, iCloud, Time Machine, FaceTime, Photo Booth, AirPlay, Game Center, the Mac App Store, iTunes, Gatekeeper, Twitter and Facebook integration,5 and more. Learn more about latest operating system
  • iLifeIncludes iPhoto, iMovie, and GarageBand.
  • Includes iPhoto, iMovie, and GarageBand.

iKeyboard and Trackpad

  • Full-size backlit keyboard with 78 (U.S.) or 79 (ISO) keys, including 12 function keys and 4 arrow keys (inverted “T” arrangement) with ambient light sensor
  • Multi-Touch trackpad for precise cursor control; supports inertial scrolling, pinch, rotate, swipe, three-finger swipe, four-finger swipe, tap, double-tap, and drag capabilities

iLimited Warranty and Service

  • Your MacBook Air comes with 90 days of free telephone support and a one-year limited warranty. Purchase the AppleCare Protection Plan to extend your service and support to three years from your computer’s purchase date. Only the AppleCare Protection Plan provides you with direct telephone support from Apple technical experts and the assurance that repairs will be handled by Apple-authorized technicians using genuine Apple parts. For more information, visit Apple Support or call 800-823-2775.

iMacBook Air and the Environment

  • Apple takes a complete product life cycle approach to determining our environmental impact.
  • MacBook Air is designed with the following features to reduce its environmental impact:
  • BFR-free
  • PVC-free6
  • Highly recyclable aluminum enclosure
  • Meets ENERGY STAR 5.2 requirements
  • Rated EPEAT Gold7
  • Apple and the Environment
  • Learn more about Apple’s dedication to reducing the environmental impact of our products and process. Or read our Product Environmental Reports for detailed information on the environmental performance of every Apple product.
  • Recycling
  • Apple takes a holistic view of materials management and waste minimization. Learn more about how to recycle your Mac.

iMemory

  • 4GB of 1600MHz DDR3L onboard memory
  • Configurable to 8GB.

Processor

  • 1.8GHz dual-core Intel Core i5 (Turbo Boost up to 2.8GHz) with 3MB shared L3 cache

iStorage1

  • 128GB flash storage
  • 256GB flash storageConfigurable to 512GB flash storage.
  • Configurable to 512GB flash storage.

Wireless

  • 802.11n Wi-Fi wireless networking;3 IEEE 802.11a/b/g compatible
  • Bluetooth 4.0 wireless technology

MacBook Air (13-inch, Mid 2012) FAQ

What is the display size of Apple MacBook Air (13-inch, Mid 2012)?

Apple MacBook Air (13-inch, Mid 2012) has 13.3-inch (diagonal) high-resolution LED-backlit glossy widescreen display with support f… with 1440 x 900 resolution.

What chip does Apple MacBook Air (13-inch, Mid 2012) use?

Apple MacBook Air (13-inch, Mid 2012) uses 1.8GHz dual-core Intel Core i5 (Turbo Boost up to 2.8GHz) with 3MB shared L3 cache.

What storage capacities are available for Apple MacBook Air (13-inch, Mid 2012)?

Available storage capacities include 128GB, 256GB, 512GB.