Posted 3/9/2024, 3:40:04 PM
Apple Reverts to Faster SSDs in New MacBook Air Base Models
- Base model M3 MacBook Air has up to 82% faster SSD read speeds compared to previous M2 model due to change back to two 128GB storage chips instead of one 256GB chip
- Faster speeds likely apply to base 15-inch M3 MacBook Air model as well, although not yet tested
- Controversial decision by Apple last year to use single 256GB chip resulted in slower speeds, although not noticed by average users
- Customers should avoid $999 M2 model and choose M3 or higher storage M2 model for best performance
- New M3 MacBook Air models launched last Friday, benchmarks confirm return to faster SSD configuration of two 128GB chips