Amazon US is selling the 13-inch MacBook Air with the M5 chip, 16GB of memory and a 512GB SSD for $1,099.00 in Starlight, which Amazon shows as 15 percent off its $1,299.00 list price. We checked the product page on November 10, 2026, and it lists Amazon.com as the seller.
The laptop is Apple’s current entry Air. Apple announced it on March 3, 2026, and Apple’s own US store shows the 13-inch model from $1,299 today, so the Amazon listing sits below the maker’s current price. That gap is the whole deal, so it helps to know what the machine offers and what it has cost before.
How much is the MacBook Air M5 at Amazon?
At the time of writing, the offer looks like this in US dollars:
- Amazon US price: $1,099.00
- Amazon list price: $1,299.00
- Apple US store price today: from $1,299
- Configuration: 13.6-inch display, M5 chip, 16GB unified memory, 512GB SSD, Starlight
Amazon shows no end date on the page, so the price can change at any time. Tom’s Guide also lists the 512GB model at $1,099 at Amazon, down from $1,299.
What do you get with the 13-inch MacBook Air M5?
Apple’s March 3 press release describes the M5 Air as a faster version of the same thin aluminum design. These are the figures Apple gives:
- 10-core CPU and up to a 10-core GPU
- 512GB starting storage, configurable up to 4TB
- Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 6 from Apple’s N1 wireless chip
- Up to 18 hours of battery life
- Two Thunderbolt 4 ports with support for up to two external displays
- 12MP Center Stage camera and Touch ID
Apple also says the M5 brings 153GB/s of memory bandwidth, a 28 percent improvement over M4. These are Apple’s own claims, and we have not tested the laptop.
Prices
Apple’s press release set the 13-inch M5 Air at $1,099 (US) at launch, or $999 (US) for education. Apple’s US store now lists it from $1,299, so the Amazon price matches the original launch price rather than beating it.
It is not the lowest price this model has had. MacRumors reported on May 28, 2026 that Amazon sold the 13-inch 512GB model at $899.99. No outlet we read calls $1,099 a record low, and we make no such claim. We did not check prices in other countries, so this story covers the US store only.
Is it worth it at $1,099?
It is a fair price if you want a new M5 Air today and Apple’s $1,299 is your reference. You get the same machine Apple sells, shipped and sold by Amazon, with the full 512GB of storage that Apple now includes as standard.
If you are not in a hurry, the May discount shows that Amazon has gone lower before. Prices around the holiday shopping season move often, so waiting may or may not pay off.
Who it suits
Students and office workers. The 16GB of memory and 512GB of storage cover note taking, browser tabs and video calls without the upgrade costs on Apple’s store.
Commuters and travelers. Apple quotes up to 18 hours of battery life and a thin, light body, which suits a daily bag or a long flight.
Photo and video hobbyists. Two Thunderbolt 4 ports drive up to two external displays, and Apple says the M5 is up to 1.5x faster than M4 in image processing in Affinity.
Who should wait. Anyone who needs more than 16GB of memory should look at configurations Apple sells with 24GB or more, and bargain hunters may prefer to watch for a deeper cut.
What is still unknown
Amazon does not state how long the price lasts or how many units it has. Other colours, such as Sky Blue, are separate listings and can carry different prices, so check the exact colour before you order.
Before you buy, open the Amazon page and compare it with Apple’s US store, then confirm the price and the 512GB, 16GB configuration in your cart.
