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MacBook Air 15 (2023)
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Updated August 22, 2024·

The Apple MacBook Air 15 (2023) is a premium choice with a vibrant high-resolution display, exceptional build quality, and a silent, fanless design, making it ideal for general use and productivity on the go. It's compact, lightweight, and has a long battery life, perfect for those who prioritize portability and a superior user experience. However, it's not the most budget-friendly option and lacks the dedicated graphics card found in the Lenovo LOQ 15i, which means it's less suitable for intensive gaming or specialized tasks like 3D rendering or machine learning. On the other hand, the Lenovo LOQ 15i offers a more affordable price point and better performance for gaming and demanding applications, thanks to its dedicated Nvidia RTX 4060 GPU and more RAM. It also has a higher refresh rate screen, which is beneficial for smoother gameplay and fast-moving visuals. The LOQ 15i is a solid choice for users who need a balance of performance and value, and it's more expandable with additional RAM and storage slots. However, it's heavier, has a shorter battery life, and its build quality isn't as premium as the MacBook Air. In summary, choose the MacBook Air 15 for its outstanding display, build quality, and portability, especially if you're invested in the Apple ecosystem and prioritize a quiet, efficient machine for everyday tasks. Opt for the Lenovo LOQ 15i if you're looking for better gaming and graphics performance at a more accessible price point, and you don't mind a bulkier laptop with less battery life. Give Feedback

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Advantages of the Apple MacBook Air 15 (2023)
  • Very good for software development
  • Very good for content creation
  • Best in class overall build quality
  • Very good portability
  • Excellent battery life
  • Best in class speakers
  • Best in class keyboard
Advantages of the Lenovo LOQ 15i
  • Very good for engineering and design
  • Good for gaming and AI

Key differences

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Gaming and AI

6.5
MacBook Air 15 (2023)
LOQ 15i
7.9
4.3/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.3/10
2880 x 1864
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
10.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.0/10
The Lenovo LOQ 15i is good for gaming and AI, while the Apple MacBook Air 15 (2023) is only fair.

Engineering and Design

7.6
MacBook Air 15 (2023)
LOQ 15i
8.2
6.7/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
4.3/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.3/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Lenovo LOQ 15i is very good for engineering and design, while the Apple MacBook Air 15 (2023) is good.

Screen Quality

7.8
MacBook Air 15 (2023)
LOQ 15i
7.1
15.3in
SIZE
15.6in
2880 x 1864
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
501.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
329.0 nits
The Apple MacBook Air 15 has a better screen than the Lenovo LOQ 15 for general use, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.

Battery

15.0 Hours
MacBook Air 15 (2023)
LOQ 15i
6.0 Hours
The Apple MacBook Air 15 has 15 hours of battery life. The Lenovo LOQ 15 has 6 hours of battery life.

Portability

Very Good
MacBook Air 15 (2023)
LOQ 15i
Fair
15.3in
SIZE
15.6in
3.3 lbs
WEIGHT
5.2 lbs
0.4in
THICKNESS
0.9in
The Apple MacBook Air 15 (2023) has very good portability, while the Lenovo LOQ 15i has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.

Build Quality

10.0
MacBook Air 15 (2023)
LOQ 15i
7.4
The Apple MacBook Air 15 (2023) has best in class build quality, while the Lenovo LOQ 15i has good build quality.

Cost

$1,299
MacBook Air 15 (2023)
LOQ 15i
$1,080
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$0

$500

$1,000

$1,500

$2,000

The Apple MacBook Air 15 (2023) has a price of $1,299 and the Lenovo LOQ 15i costs $1,080.
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Key similarities

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General Use

7.9
MacBook Air 15 (2023)
LOQ 15i
7.8
2880 x 1864
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
501.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
329.0 nits
15.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
6.0 Hours
10.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
8.9/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
6.6/10
The Apple MacBook Air 15 (2023) and Lenovo LOQ 15i are both good for general use.

Content Creation

8.0
MacBook Air 15 (2023)
LOQ 15i
7.8
6.7/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
2880 x 1864
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Apple MacBook Air 15 (2023) to be very good for content creation, while the Lenovo LOQ 15i is good.

Software Development

8.1
MacBook Air 15 (2023)
LOQ 15i
7.6
6.7/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2880 x 1864
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
10.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Apple MacBook Air 15 (2023) to be very good for software development, while the Lenovo LOQ 15i is good.

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How the Apple MacBook Air 15 (2023) and the Lenovo LOQ 15i compare to other laptops

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Spec Comparison

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Apple MacBook Air 15 (2023)Lenovo LOQ 15i
Apple MacBook Air 15 (2023)Lenovo LOQ 15i

GENERAL

Price
$1,299
$1,080
Release Date
June 1, 2023March 1, 2023
Overall Dimensions
13.4'' x 9.4'' x 0.45''14.2'' x 10.4'' x 0.99''
Weight
3.3 lbs5.29 lbs
Width
13.4"14.16"
Depth
9.35"10.43"

INTERNAL

Processor
Apple M2Intel i7-13700H
RAM
8 GB16 GB
DDR Memory Version
55
RAM Slots
02
Storage
256 GB1024 GB

BATTERY

Battery Life
15 Hours6 Hours
Battery Capacity
66.6 Wh60 Wh

SCREEN

Diagonal Size
15.3"15.6"
Display Technology
IPSIPS
Resolution
2880 x 18641920 x 1080
Refresh Rate
60Hz144Hz
Display Brightness
501 nits329 nits

RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS

Build Quality Score
10/107.4/10
Portability Score
9/106.7/10
Gaming Laptop Appearance
NoYes
Premium Business Laptop
YesNo
Fan Noise Score
10/107/10

HARDWARE FEATURES

Keyboard Quality Score
10/108/10
Speaker Quality Score
10/106.8/10
Webcam
1080p1080p
Fingerprint Reader
YesNo
Backlit Keyboard
YesYes
Number Pad
NoYes

CONNECTIVITY

USB Type-A
03
USB-C ports
21
USB-C Charging
YesYes
Display Outputs
12
Thunderbolt Version
3N/A

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Apple MacBook Air 15 (2023)

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Andreas Osthoff | June 2023
"The Apple MacBook Air 15 is boringly good. The new MacBook Air 15 is a very good, but also boring device, because apart from the larger screen and the higher price, there are no differences compared to the smaller MacBook Air M2 from last year. No new processor, no additional ports, just the usual basic hardware - but the overall package is extremely good and it simply works. Above all, the lack of fans is an aspect that should not be underestimated in everyday use. In our opinion, the Air could be a lot better, but Apple goes easy on itself here."

Lenovo LOQ 15i

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Mark Knapp | August 2023
"Even after a short time with the LOQ 15, you'll find it has a lot going for it, but ultimately it's just "good"—not quite a star. The performance is respectable for the hardware it’s running, but Lenovo had to make some design sacrifices to trim the price. One of the better aspects is the keyboard, making it one of the better low-cost gaming laptops to actually put your hands on."

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About Apple

Apple, an American technology company, is one of the world’s largest company in terms of market capitalization. Their MacBook laptops feature a slim, minimalistic design, class-leading battery life, and premium display and speaker quality. In 2020 Apple switched from using Intel processors to their own silicon chips which have excellent performance and efficiency. The macOS operating system is the second most widely used OS, after Windows.

About Lenovo

Lenovo is a Chinese technology company, and one of the largest personal computer vendor. They are well known for a variety of technology products, including laptops. Their consumer series include their entry level IdeaPad and LOQ series and mid-to-high-end Yoga and Legion series. On the business-oriented side, their series include their entry-level ThinkBook series and mid-to-high-end ThinkPad series. Lenovo laptops offer strong performance for reasonable prices, and are often on sale.

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