Apple Plans M5 MacBook Air Launch in Spring 2026

Apple is preparing to launch MacBook Air models equipped with the new M5 chip in spring 2026. The upcoming MacBook Air is expected to maintain its current design, focusing primarily on the internal upgrade to the M5 processor.

The M5 chip is anticipated to offer performance improvements over its predecessor, with reports suggesting a 10–15% increase in CPU speed and up to a 36% enhancement in GPU performance.

In addition to the MacBook Air, Apple is also developing M5 Pro and M5 Max versions of the MacBook Pro, slated for release in early 2026. These models are expected to retain their existing design, with a more significant refresh planned for late 2026 or early 2027, potentially introducing thinner, lighter OLED displays with touch screen capabilities.

The MacBook Air received a design update in 2022, and while a larger 15-inch model was introduced in 2023, no major design changes are anticipated for the upcoming M5 version. Rumors suggest that an updated LCD display may be introduced in 2027, which could coincide with design modifications at that time.