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MacBook Air M5: Projected Specifications & Features

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Since the M5 chip is still deep in development, specifications are educated guesses based on Apple's historical progress and semiconductor trends.

Feature	Projected / "Hot" Specification (Predictions)	Why It's a Game-Changer
Chip	Apple M5 Chip (2nm or Enhanced 3nm process)	The 2nm process would be a monumental leap, offering insane performance per watt. This is the hottest spec to watch.
CPU Cores	10-core or 12-core CPU (4-5 performance + 6-7 efficiency)	More efficiency cores would push battery life into uncharted territory, potentially beyond 20 hours.
GPU Cores	10-core or 12-core GPU (with hardware-accelerated ray tracing)	Pro-level graphics performance for gaming and 3D rendering in an Air.
Neural Engine	Next-gen 16-core or 32-core Neural Engine	The heart of Apple's AI strategy. Will enable complex, on-device AI tasks we can't even imagine yet.
RAM	8GB Unified Memory base, configurable to 16GB or 24GB	A 24GB option would be a first for the Air, catering to more professional workflows.
Storage	256GB SSD base, configurable to 512GB, 1TB, or 2TB	Hopefully, Apple will return to faster NAND chips for the base storage.
Display	13.6" & 15.3" OLED displays? (Rumored)	This is a major hot rumor. OLED would bring perfect blacks, infinite contrast, and stunning HDR to the Air.
Ports	2x Thunderbolt 5 / USB4 ports, MagSafe 3, 3.5mm jack	Thunderbolt 5 support would future-proof it with 120Gbps bandwidth.
Camera	1080p Center Stage camera with improved low-light performance	Standard incremental upgrade for better video calls.
Battery Life	Up to 20-22 hours (estimated)	The combination of a 2nm M5 chip and more efficiency cores could break all battery life records.
Connectivity	Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4	Next-gen wireless standards for faster downloads and more stable connections.

MacBook Air M5: Expected Price & Release Date

• Expected Starting Price: Don't expect a discount. The starting price will likely hold at $1,099 for the 13-inch model and $1,299 for the 15-inch model. However, if Apple moves to more expensive OLED displays, a price increase of $100 is possible.
• Release Date Prediction: Following Apple's typical 18-month cycle for the Air, the earliest we could see the M5 MacBook Air is Late 2026. A release in Spring or Fall 2027 is more likely, especially if it waits for the 2nm manufacturing process to mature.