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Apple MacBook Air 13-inch, M1 vs Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3 (Core i7-13620H)

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Apple MacBook Air 13-inch, M1

Apple MacBook Air 13-inch, M1

  • 1,290 g.
  • 13.3 inch screen.
  • 60 Hz display refresh rate.
  • Apple M1 processor.
  • Storage: SSD.
KSh 93,000Out of Stock
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Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3, Core i7-13620H, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD

Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3, Core i7-13620H, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD

  • 1,370 g.
  • 14 inch screen.
  • Intel Core i7-13620H processor.
  • 16 GB RAM in this version.
  • 512 GB storage in this version.
KSh 85,000Out of Stock

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Our quick verdict

Choose the Apple MacBook Air 13-inch if you want a brighter display (400 nits), keyboard backlight and a higher 2560 × 1600 screen resolution. Choose the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3 if you want more memory (16 GB RAM), more storage (512 GB) and a larger 14-inch screen.

Weight

Apple MacBook Air 13-inch
1.29 kg
Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3
1.37 kg

Display

Apple MacBook Air 13-inch
13.3 inch screen
Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3
14 inch screen

Performance

Apple MacBook Air 13-inch
Apple M1 processor
Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3
Intel Core i7-13620H processor

Memory

Apple MacBook Air 13-inch
8 GB RAM in this version
Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3
16 GB RAM in this version

Storage

Apple MacBook Air 13-inch
256 GB storage in this version
Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3
512 GB storage in this version

Key differences

The main differences to help you choose.

Apple MacBook Air 13-inch

  • Brighter display: up to 400 nits (vs 250).
  • Keyboard backlight.
  • Higher screen resolution: 2560 × 1600 (vs 1920 × 1080).
  • Lighter: 1.29 kg (vs about 1.37 kg).

Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3

  • More memory: 16 GB RAM (vs 8 GB).
  • More storage: 512 GB (vs 256 GB).
  • Larger 14-inch screen (vs 13.3-inch).
  • 2 × USB-A 5 Gbps.
  • HDMI 1.4.
  • Newer Bluetooth 5.2 (vs 5.0).

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How each product answers the selected priorities
PriorityApple MacBook Air 13-inchLenovo IdeaPad Slim 3
PerformanceApple M1 processor, Apple 7-core GPU graphicsIntel Core i7-13620H processor, Intel UHD graphics
Memory8 GB RAM16 GB RAM
Storage256 GB storage512 GB storage
Display13.3-inch LCD display, 60 Hz, 227 ppi14-inch display
Battery lifeUp to 15 hours per charge47 Wh
Weight1.29 kgAbout 1.37 kg

Detailed comparison

Explore the full specifications, section by section.

General

General specifications comparison
SpecificationApple MacBook Air 13-inch, M1Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3, Core i7-13620H, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD
BrandAppleLenovo
ModelMacBook Air (M1, 2020)IdeaPad Slim 3 14IRH8 (83EL0051UE)
Announced20202024-09-04
Form FactorClamshellClamshell
ColorGold, Silver, Space GrayArctic grey

Design

Design specifications comparison
SpecificationApple MacBook Air 13-inch, M1Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3, Core i7-13620H, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD
Dimensions30.41 × 21.24 × 0.41–1.61 cm324.3 × 213.8 × 17.9 mm
Weight1.29 kgStarting at 1.37 kg
Build MaterialsAluminum enclosurePC-ABS lid and base

Display

Display specifications comparison
SpecificationApple MacBook Air 13-inch, M1Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3, Core i7-13620H, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD
Display Size13.3 inches14 inches
Display TypeRetina IPS, LED-backlitTN
Resolution2560 × 16001920 × 1080
Refresh Rate60Hz—
Brightness400 nits250 nits
TouchscreenNoNo
Display Features227 ppi, Wide color (P3), True ToneAnti-glare; TÜV Rheinland Low Blue Light software certification

Performance

Performance specifications comparison
SpecificationApple MacBook Air 13-inch, M1Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3, Core i7-13620H, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD
ProcessorApple M1Intel Core i7-13620H
CPU8-core CPU (4 performance cores and 4 efficiency cores)10 cores (6 performance + 4 efficiency), 16 threads; up to 4.9 GHz; 24 MB cache
GPUApple 7-core GPUIntel UHD Graphics
Graphics MemoryShared unified memoryShared system memory
RAM TypeUnified memoryLPDDR5-4800 soldered; dual channel; no slots; 16 GB maximum
Storage TypeSSDM.2 2242 PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe SSD; one slot; up to 1 TB

Memory & Storage

Memory & Storage specifications comparison
SpecificationApple MacBook Air 13-inch, M1Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3, Core i7-13620H, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD
RAM8GB16GB
Storage256GB512GB

Battery & Charging

Battery & Charging specifications comparison
SpecificationApple MacBook Air 13-inch, M1Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3, Core i7-13620H, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD
Battery49.9Wh lithium-polymer47 Wh
Battery LifeUp to 15 hours wireless web; up to 18 hours video playback—
ChargingUSB-C chargingRapid Charge Boost: up to 2 hours runtime from a 15-minute charge
Power Adapter30W USB-C Power Adapter65 W round-tip adapter, 3-pin

Software

Software specifications comparison
SpecificationApple MacBook Air 13-inch, M1Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3, Core i7-13620H, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD
Operating SystemmacOS—

Connectivity

Connectivity specifications comparison
SpecificationApple MacBook Air 13-inch, M1Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3, Core i7-13620H, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD
Wi-FiWi-Fi 6 (802.11ax)Wi-Fi 6, 802.11ax 2×2
BluetoothBluetooth 5.05.2
EthernetNo built-in EthernetNo onboard Ethernet

Camera & Audio

Camera & Audio specifications comparison
SpecificationApple MacBook Air 13-inch, M1Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3, Core i7-13620H, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD
Webcam720p FaceTime HD cameraHD 720p camera with privacy shutter
SpeakersStereo speakers2 × 1.5 W user-facing stereo speakers
MicrophonesThree-mic array with directional beamformingDual microphone array
Audio FeaturesWide stereo sound, Dolby Atmos playbackDolby Audio; HD Audio

Keyboard & Input

Keyboard & Input specifications comparison
SpecificationApple MacBook Air 13-inch, M1Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3, Core i7-13620H, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD
KeyboardBacklit Magic KeyboardNon-backlit, English UK keyboard
Keyboard BacklightYesNo
TrackpadForce Touch trackpad with Multi-Touch gesturesMylar Precision Touchpad, 62 × 104 mm
Fingerprint ReaderTouch IDNo
Stylus SupportNoNo

Ports

Ports specifications comparison
SpecificationApple MacBook Air 13-inch, M1Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3, Core i7-13620H, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD
USB-ANo2 × USB-A 5 Gbps
USB-C2 × USB-C ports1 × USB-C 5 Gbps with Power Delivery and DisplayPort 1.2
Thunderbolt / USB42 × Thunderbolt / USB 4 (up to 40Gb/s)No; USB-C 5 Gbps
HDMINo built-in HDMI; adapter supportedHDMI 1.4
DisplayPortDisplayPort output over USB-CDisplayPort 1.2 over USB-C
Memory Card ReaderNoSD card reader
3.5mm Audio Jack3.5mm headphone jack3.5 mm headphone/microphone combo
Other PortsNoneRound-tip power connector

Additional Features

Additional Features specifications comparison
SpecificationApple MacBook Air 13-inch, M1Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3, Core i7-13620H, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD
SecurityTouch IDFirmware TPM 2.0; camera privacy shutter
CoolingFanless passive cooling—
Special Features16-core Neural Engine; supports one external display up to 6K at 60HzMIL-STD-810H tested, 21 test items; TÜV Rheinland Low Blue Light

What's in the Box

What's in the Box specifications comparison
SpecificationApple MacBook Air 13-inch, M1Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3, Core i7-13620H, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD
LaptopMacbook Air 13-inch M1Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3 14IRH8
Charging CableUSB-C charge cable, 2 m—
Power Adapter—65 W round-tip adapter, 3-pin

Similarities

  • Both support Wi-Fi 6.
  • Both have a 3.5 mm headphone jack.
  • Both have stereo speakers.
  • Both have built-in microphones for calls.
  • Both connect over Bluetooth.
  • Both use 802.11ax (Wi-Fi).

In summary

Choose Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3 for more memory and more storage; Apple MacBook Air 13-inch offers Apple 7-core graphics and a lighter build.

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In-stock alternatives

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