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Apple MacBook Air 13-inch, M1 vs Lenovo ThinkBook 14 Gen 7 (Core Ultra 5 125U)

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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 ThinkBook 14 Gen 7, Core Ultra 5 125U, 8GB/16GB RAM, 256GB/512GB/1TB SSD

Lenovo ThinkBook 14 Gen 7, Core Ultra 5 125U, 8GB/16GB RAM, 256GB/512GB/1TB SSD

  • 14 inch screen.
  • Intel Core Ultra 5 125U processor.
  • Storage: PCIe Gen4 NVMe M.2 SSD; two M.2 2280 slots.
  • Wi-Fi 6E support.
  • Up to 16 GB RAM.
KSh 90,000Out of Stock

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Our quick verdict

Choose the Apple MacBook Air 13-inch if you want a larger 49.9 Wh battery, longer rated battery life (15 hours per charge) and a lighter build (1.29 kg). Choose the Lenovo ThinkBook 14 Gen 7 if you want a smoother 120 Hz display, a larger 14-inch screen and Gigabit Ethernet, RJ-45.

Display

Apple MacBook Air 13-inch
13.3 inch screen
Lenovo ThinkBook 14 Gen 7
14 inch screen

Performance

Apple MacBook Air 13-inch
Apple M1 processor
Lenovo ThinkBook 14 Gen 7
Intel Core Ultra 5 125U processor

Storage

Apple MacBook Air 13-inch
SSD
Lenovo ThinkBook 14 Gen 7
PCIe Gen4 NVMe M.2 SSD; two M.2 2280 slots

Connections

Apple MacBook Air 13-inch
Wi-Fi 6 support
Lenovo ThinkBook 14 Gen 7
Wi-Fi 6E support

Memory

Apple MacBook Air 13-inch
8 GB RAM
Lenovo ThinkBook 14 Gen 7
Up to 16 GB RAM

Key differences

The main differences to help you choose.

Apple MacBook Air 13-inch

  • Larger battery: 49.9 Wh (vs 45 Wh).
  • Rated for up to 15 hours per charge (vs 6.5).
  • Lighter: 1.29 kg (vs about 1.36 kg).
  • Backlit keyboard.

Lenovo ThinkBook 14 Gen 7

  • Smoother 120 Hz display (vs 60 Hz).
  • Larger 14-inch screen (vs 13.3-inch).
  • Gigabit Ethernet, RJ-45.
  • 2 × USB-A 5 Gbps.
  • HDMI 2.1.
  • Newer Wi-Fi 6E (vs Wi-Fi 6).

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PriorityApple MacBook Air 13-inchLenovo ThinkBook 14 Gen 7
PerformanceApple M1 processor, Apple 7-core GPU graphicsIntel Core Ultra 5 125U processor, Integrated Intel graphics
Memory8 GB RAMUp to 16 GB RAM
Storage256 GB storageUp to 1 TB storage
Display13.3-inch LCD display, 60 Hz, 227 ppi14-inch LCD display, 120 Hz
Battery lifeUp to 15 hours per chargeUp to 6.5 hours per charge
Weight1.29 kgAbout 1.36 kg

Detailed comparison

Explore the full specifications, section by section.

General

General specifications comparison
SpecificationApple MacBook Air 13-inch, M1Lenovo ThinkBook 14 Gen 7, Core Ultra 5 125U, 8GB/16GB RAM, 256GB/512GB/1TB SSD
BrandAppleLenovo
ModelMacBook Air (M1, 2020)Lenovo ThinkBook 14 Gen 7, Core Ultra 5 125U
Announced20202024
Form FactorClamshellClamshell
ColorGold, Silver, Space GrayArctic grey

Design

Design specifications comparison
SpecificationApple MacBook Air 13-inch, M1Lenovo ThinkBook 14 Gen 7, Core Ultra 5 125U, 8GB/16GB RAM, 256GB/512GB/1TB SSD
Dimensions30.41 × 21.24 × 0.41–1.61 cm313.5 × 224 mm; 16.9–17.6 mm height depending on chassis configuration
Weight1.29 kgStarting at 1.36 kg; configuration dependent
Build MaterialsAluminum enclosureAluminium lid; aluminium or PC-ABS base depending on configuration

Display

Display specifications comparison
SpecificationApple MacBook Air 13-inch, M1Lenovo ThinkBook 14 Gen 7, Core Ultra 5 125U, 8GB/16GB RAM, 256GB/512GB/1TB SSD
Display Size13.3 inches14 inches
Display TypeRetina IPS, LED-backlitIPS
Resolution2560 × 16001920 × 1200 or 2880 × 1800, depending on display configuration
Refresh Rate60Hz60 Hz WUXGA or up to 120 Hz 2.8K, depending on configuration
Brightness400 nits300 nits WUXGA or 400 nits 2.8K, depending on configuration
TouchscreenNoTouch and non-touch configurations available
Display Features227 ppi, Wide color (P3), True Tone16:10; anti-glare; panel colour gamut varies by configuration

Performance

Performance specifications comparison
SpecificationApple MacBook Air 13-inch, M1Lenovo ThinkBook 14 Gen 7, Core Ultra 5 125U, 8GB/16GB RAM, 256GB/512GB/1TB SSD
ProcessorApple M1Intel Core Ultra 5 125U
CPU8-core CPU (4 performance cores and 4 efficiency cores)12 cores, 14 threads, up to 4.3GHz
GPUApple 7-core GPUIntegrated Intel Graphics
Graphics MemoryShared unified memoryShared system memory
RAM TypeUnified memoryDDR5-5600; two SO-DIMM slots, dual channel
Storage TypeSSDPCIe Gen4 NVMe M.2 SSD; two M.2 2280 slots

Memory & Storage

Memory & Storage specifications comparison
SpecificationApple MacBook Air 13-inch, M1Lenovo ThinkBook 14 Gen 7, Core Ultra 5 125U, 8GB/16GB RAM, 256GB/512GB/1TB SSD
RAM8GB16GB / 8GB
Storage256GB1TB / 256GB / 512GB

Battery & Charging

Battery & Charging specifications comparison
SpecificationApple MacBook Air 13-inch, M1Lenovo ThinkBook 14 Gen 7, Core Ultra 5 125U, 8GB/16GB RAM, 256GB/512GB/1TB SSD
Battery49.9Wh lithium-polymer45 Wh or 60 Wh rechargeable lithium-ion, depending on configuration
Battery LifeUp to 15 hours wireless web; up to 18 hours video playbackLenovo tests: 45 Wh model up to 6.5 hours MobileMark 25 or 13.01 hours video; 60 Wh model up to 9.22 hours MobileMark 25 or 21.9 hours video
ChargingUSB-C charging45 Wh: Rapid Charge Pro, up to 50% in 30 min; 60 Wh: Rapid Charge, up to 80% in 1 hour; conditions apply
Power Adapter30W USB-C Power Adapter65 W or 100 W USB-C, depending on regional configuration

Software

Software specifications comparison
SpecificationApple MacBook Air 13-inch, M1Lenovo ThinkBook 14 Gen 7, Core Ultra 5 125U, 8GB/16GB RAM, 256GB/512GB/1TB SSD
Operating SystemmacOSWindows 11 Pro/Home or no preload, depending on configuration

Connectivity

Connectivity specifications comparison
SpecificationApple MacBook Air 13-inch, M1Lenovo ThinkBook 14 Gen 7, Core Ultra 5 125U, 8GB/16GB RAM, 256GB/512GB/1TB SSD
Wi-FiWi-Fi 6 (802.11ax)Wi-Fi 6E
BluetoothBluetooth 5.05.2 with Wi-Fi 6 or 5.3 with Wi-Fi 6E, depending on configuration
EthernetNo built-in EthernetGigabit Ethernet, RJ-45

Camera & Audio

Camera & Audio specifications comparison
SpecificationApple MacBook Air 13-inch, M1Lenovo ThinkBook 14 Gen 7, Core Ultra 5 125U, 8GB/16GB RAM, 256GB/512GB/1TB SSD
Webcam720p FaceTime HD camera720p or 1080p with optional IR, depending on configuration; privacy shutter
SpeakersStereo speakers2 × 2 W stereo speakers
MicrophonesThree-mic array with directional beamformingDual microphone array with smart noise cancellation
Audio FeaturesWide stereo sound, Dolby Atmos playbackDolby Audio; Realtek ALC3287

Keyboard & Input

Keyboard & Input specifications comparison
SpecificationApple MacBook Air 13-inch, M1Lenovo ThinkBook 14 Gen 7, Core Ultra 5 125U, 8GB/16GB RAM, 256GB/512GB/1TB SSD
KeyboardBacklit Magic KeyboardSpill-resistant six-row keyboard; 1.5 mm key travel; Copilot key
Keyboard BacklightYesOptional; configuration dependent
TrackpadForce Touch trackpad with Multi-Touch gesturesMylar Precision Touchpad, 75 × 120 mm
Fingerprint ReaderTouch IDOptional match-on-chip reader in power button
Stylus SupportNoNo

Ports

Ports specifications comparison
SpecificationApple MacBook Air 13-inch, M1Lenovo ThinkBook 14 Gen 7, Core Ultra 5 125U, 8GB/16GB RAM, 256GB/512GB/1TB SSD
USB-ANo2 × USB-A 5 Gbps; one Always On
USB-C2 × USB-C ports1 × USB-C 10 Gbps with PD 3.0 and DP 1.4; 1 × Thunderbolt 4 / USB4 40 Gbps
Thunderbolt / USB42 × Thunderbolt / USB 4 (up to 40Gb/s)Thunderbolt 4
HDMINo built-in HDMI; adapter supportedHDMI 2.1; up to 4K at 60 Hz
DisplayPortDisplayPort output over USB-CDisplayPort output over USB-C
Memory Card ReaderNoSD card reader
3.5mm Audio Jack3.5mm headphone jack3.5 mm headphone/microphone combo
Other PortsNoneKensington Nano security lock slot

Additional Features

Additional Features specifications comparison
SpecificationApple MacBook Air 13-inch, M1Lenovo ThinkBook 14 Gen 7, Core Ultra 5 125U, 8GB/16GB RAM, 256GB/512GB/1TB SSD
SecurityTouch IDFirmware TPM 2.0; camera privacy shutter; Kensington Nano lock slot
CoolingFanless passive cooling—
Special Features16-core Neural Engine; supports one external display up to 6K at 60HzIntel AI Boost NPU; Modern Standby

What's in the Box

What's in the Box specifications comparison
SpecificationApple MacBook Air 13-inch, M1Lenovo ThinkBook 14 Gen 7, Core Ultra 5 125U, 8GB/16GB RAM, 256GB/512GB/1TB SSD
LaptopMacbook Air 13-inch M1Lenovo ThinkBook 14 Gen 7, Core Ultra 5 125U
Charging CableUSB-C charge cable, 2 m—

Similarities

  • Both have a 3.5 mm headphone jack.
  • Both have LCD displays.
  • Both have stereo speakers.
  • Both have built-in microphones for calls.
  • Both connect over Bluetooth.
  • Same form factor: clamshell.

In summary

Choose Apple MacBook Air 13-inch for macOS, longer rated battery life and a larger battery; Lenovo ThinkBook 14 Gen 7 combines Windows, a smoother screen and Gigabit Ethernet, RJ-45.

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