Resolved Are the dimensions of the M1 MacBook Air exactly the same as the early 2020 Intel MacBook Air?

[myrtlebee]

I got my new M1 MBA up and running tonight, and looks like I'll probably be keeping it. I am wondering, though, if the dimensions are exactly the same as he early 2020 Intel MBA for the purposes of a hardshell case and / or a sleeve or even a skin (please no comments on how a hardshell case is bad or tacky). I am wondering because I know the dimensions changed slightly from the 2019 MBA to the early 2020 Intel MBA and it made a difference with case fitting. Since Apple eliminated the fan in the M1 model, did the dimensions change ever so slightly, perhaps making it a bit thinner?

 

[glindon]

The dimensions are exactly the same.

 

[myrtlebee]

The dimensions are exactly the same.

Thank you for your response. Do you have a source?

 

[glindon]

Thank you for your response. Do you have a source?

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MacBook Air vs M1 MacBook Air Comparison: What’s the Difference​

Dimensions​

• MacBook Air: 0.16–0.63 inch x 11.97 inches x 8.36 inches, 1.29 kg
• M1 MacBook Air: 0.16–0.63 inch x 11.97 inches x 8.36 inches, 1.29 kg

 

[myrtlebee]

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Dimensions​

• MacBook Air: 0.16–0.63 inch x 11.97 inches x 8.36 inches, 1.29 kg
• M1 MacBook Air: 0.16–0.63 inch x 11.97 inches x 8.36 inches, 1.29 kg

Thank you again.

 

[myrtlebee]

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I was reading conflicting information and couldn't find exact numerical measurements. This article from The Verge says the new M1 Air is "almost the same dimensions as its predecessor" https://www.theverge.com/2020/11/10...r-arm-m1-chip-laptop-specs-price-release-date

 

[timidpimpin]

You shouldn't rely on the Verge for anything. They're incompetent in every way possible.

 

[Six0Four]

I got both and as far as i can see the only difference hardware wise is a few of the function keys are different.

 

[lambertjohn]

I was reading conflicting information and couldn't find exact numerical measurements. This article from The Verge says the new M1 Air is "almost the same dimensions as its predecessor" - so, you tell me what that means before getting smart with me. https://www.theverge.com/2020/11/10...r-arm-m1-chip-laptop-specs-price-release-date

Why would you go to The Verge as opposed to Apple's own website for the Air's dimensions? Just curious. When I need info on any Apple product, I go right to apple.com first and if I can't find what I'm looking for there, I go to other sources: reviews, macrumors, etc.

 

[ghanwani]

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[myrtlebee]

Why would you go to The Verge as opposed to Apple's own website for the Air's dimensions? Just curious. When I need info on any Apple product, I go right to apple.com first and if I can't find what I'm looking for there, I go to other sources: reviews, macrumors, etc.

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I went to Apple’s website. I saw what it said after I posted (must have overlooked it initially) but I also read (and not just at the Verge) that the dimensions may not be exactly the same, so I was curious to know what the discrepancy was. As an aside, Apple’s website has not always been accurate. They have made mistakes before. As far as the Verge- I am not deeply into tech, despite my being on this forum. I did not know the Verge is not a reliable source.

 

[circatee]

I am happy you found the respective answer.
I personally have never tried a hard shell case for a computer. To confirm, said case does not affect the computer (due to aiding in keeping in heat)?

 

[myrtlebee]

I am happy you found the respective answer.
I personally have never tried a hard shell case for a computer. To confirm, said case does not affect the computer (due to aiding in keeping in heat)?

I can’t say for certain, but I’ve never had a problem and have been using them for over a decade. Of course, you will get people who say otherwise and others who will make fun you and call the cases tacky. It’s just individual preference. I do think naked or a skin looks better and would be my natural preference, but I’ve had my share of freak accidents (no, not because I’m clumsy- things happen). Usually bumping a corner of the Mac on another object.

I’ve seen many dented Mac corners over the years on used devices on eBay, and I’d rather have a cracked case over a dented corner. All of my Macs have been pristine when I go to sell them and I have never had issues with heat.

Of course with the new M1 MacBook Air you don’t have a fan and the machine stays cool anyway from my use and what I’ve seen others post so far.

 

[steinbch]

Even though they are listed as the same, they are definitely different. Here's a picture of the M1 MacBook Air on the left and the 2020 Intel on the right. I guess my M1 Air could be defective...

 

[ghanwani]

Even though they are listed as the same, they are definitely different. Here's a picture of the M1 MacBook Air on the left and the 2020 Intel on the right. I guess my M1 Air could be defective...

They look the same size to me. Instead, it looks like the table they are sitting on is warped which is causing one of them to sit lower than the other.

 

[steinbch]

You would think so, but here they are on a stone countertop, upside down so no issues with wear on the feet. I included the box to see the difference.