Apple MacBook Air 15" M4

15.3" IPS · 2880× 1864 · 224 PPI

Optimal Viewing Distance

39cm

Retina distance: 38.9cm / 15.3in

Specifications

Apple MacBook Air 15" M4 specifications
Brand	Apple
Model	MacBook Air 15" M4
Screen Size	15.3"
Resolution	2880×1864
Panel	IPS
Refresh Rate	60 Hz
Variable Refresh Rate (VRR)	None
Response Time	20 ms GTG
HDR Certification	None
SDR Brightness	500 nits
HDR Peak Brightness	600 nits
Contrast Ratio	1:1,600
Ports	0x HDMI · 0x DP · USB-C
USB-C Power Delivery	70 W
Color Gamut	sRGB 100% · DCI-P3 99% · Adobe RGB 88%
Viewing Angle	178° — Excellent
Pixel Density (PPI)	224
Aspect Ratio	16:10
Year	2025

Compare with...

vs Apple MacBook Air 15" M3 224 PPI · 15.3" vs Apple MacBook Pro 16" M3 Pro 254 PPI · 16.2" vs Apple MacBook Pro 16" M4 Pro 254 PPI · 16.2" vs Apple MacBook Pro 14" M3 Pro 254 PPI · 14.2" vs Apple MacBook Pro 14" M4 254 PPI · 14.2" vs Apple MacBook Air 13" M3 225 PPI · 13.6"

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the optimal viewing distance for the Apple MacBook Air 15" M4?

The optimal viewing distance for the Apple MacBook Air 15" M4 (15.3") is approximately 39cm. At this distance, individual pixels become invisible to the human eye.

What is the PPI of the Apple MacBook Air 15" M4?

The Apple MacBook Air 15" M4 has a pixel density of 224 PPI (pixels per inch) with a 2880×1864 resolution on a 15.3" display.

Is the Apple MacBook Air 15" M4 good for portable computing?

With 224 PPI and a 15.3" IPS display, the Apple MacBook Air 15" M4 is excellent for portable computing when viewed from the recommended distance of 39cm.

Methodology & Sources

Formula: Retina distance (cm) = 3438 / PPI. Displayed values are rounded for readability.

Sources: Official manufacturer spec sheets and product pages. Specs are normalized before comparisons.

Last updated: March 4, 2026

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