Apple MacBook Air 15" M4
15.3" IPS · 2880× 1864 · 224 PPI
Optimal Viewing Distance
39cm
Retina distance: 38.9cm / 15.3in
Too Close
< 12cm
Perfect Zone
39cm
Good Zone
58cm
Acceptable Zone
97cm
Too Far
1.6m
39cm Perfect Zone
Retina quality — pixels are invisible at this distance.
58cm Good Zone
Sharp image — slightly past the ideal distance but still excellent.
97cm Acceptable Zone
The screen appears smaller — you're starting to miss fine details.
1.6m Too Far
You're not using your screen's full resolution. Move closer.
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 | 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 |
Category Ranking
Pixel Density (PPI)
#11 / 18in category
189 PPI224 PPI261 PPI
HDR Peak Brightness
#7 / 18in category
500 nits600 nits1600 nits
DCI-P3 Color Gamut
#12 / 17in category
97%99%100%
Refresh Rate60 Hz
StandardHighUltra
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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.
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