Apple‘s latest MacBook Air models, powered by the new M3 chip, shows a significant improvement in SSD performance. Benchmark tests and teardowns have unveiled the return of a faster configuration for the base 256GB storage model.
According to reports from the YouTube channel Max Tech, the 256GB MacBook Air with the M3 chip now features two 128GB storage chips. This is a change from the previous generation M2 model which used a single 256GB chip, leading to comparatively slower SSD speeds. The use of multiple chips allows for parallel processing, boosting both read and write speeds.
M3 MacBook Air SSD Performance Gains
Max Tech’s tests with Blackmagic’s Disk Speed Test tool revealed up to 33% faster write speeds and a remarkable 82% improvement in read speeds on the M3 MacBook Air compared to its M2 counterpart.
These speed increases will likely translate to a snappier user experience, especially when dealing with large files or heavy multitasking.
It’s speculated that this change extends to the base model 15-inch MacBook Air with the M3 chip as well, though that remains to be confirmed.
Apple’s move to a single-chip storage configuration in the base M2 MacBook Air faced some criticism last year, even if the slower speeds weren’t always noticeable in everyday use.
With the M3 generation, Apple appears to have addressed that issue, ensuring top-tier storage performance regardless of the storage capacity you choose.
So if you’re considering a MacBook Air upgrade, the new M3 models offer a compelling package of performance and value.
You no longer have to opt for the 512GB model just to get the best SSD speeds. However, if you’re looking for a bargain and don’t mind slightly slower speeds, the M2 MacBook Air for $999 might still be worth considering.
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