"Obsolete" MacBook Air (2017,Intel)

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"Obsolete" MacBook Air (2017,Intel)

QWERTY - English • 13" • Core i5 - 1.8GHz • 128 GB • RAM 8GB • Aluminium

Refurbished price:£149.00

Versus £999.00 new

MagSafe 2 MacBook chargers 45W for MacBook Air (2012 - 2017)

Refurbished price:£25.99

Versus £79.00 new

Total price: £174.99

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Customer reviews for "Obsolete" MacBook Air (2017,Intel)

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4,747 verified reviews

Rating details

Appearance
4.1/5
Overall performance
3.9/5
Packaging
4.3/5
Shipping
4.4/5

Reviews

Raquel A.
Verified purchase
Reviewed 30/10/2024, United Kingdom.
I had a bad experience previously which put me off buying refurbished Macs. Eventually I had to give it another go as I urgently required a Mac to work last minute. Not only the laptop arrived to me the next day, it also came flawless. Third day in and I had it running for 7 hours straight for work - no issues! Thank you.
MacBook Air 13-inch (2017) - Core i5 - 8GB SSD 256 QWERTY - English
MacBook Air 13-inch (2017) - Core i5 - 8GB SSD 256 QWERTY - English
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Condition
Good
Light signs of wear. The body may have light micro-scratches. For items with screens, the screen will have no scratches.
Purchased
22/10/2024
Claudia andrea O.
Verified purchase
Reviewed 26/03/2024, United Kingdom.
I was hoping a “fare” laptop because that is what I paid for. But surprisingly the laptop came in wonderful and impecable condition. I am very pleased with my purchase. Also came earlier that expected.
MacBook Air 13-inch (2017) - Core i5 - 8GB SSD 128 QWERTY - English
MacBook Air 13-inch (2017) - Core i5 - 8GB SSD 128 QWERTY - English
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Condition
Fair
Signs of wear. The body may have a few visible scratches and dents. Items with screens may have light scratches.
Purchased
17/03/2024
Jayden R.
Verified purchase
Reviewed 13/02/2025, United Kingdom.
Love it got it in fair condition looks like brand new there’s only a tiny little scratch that you can’t see unless you put it up to the light it’s perfect for me!
MacBook Air 13-inch (2017) - Core i5 - 8GB SSD 128 QWERTY - English
MacBook Air 13-inch (2017) - Core i5 - 8GB SSD 128 QWERTY - English
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Condition
Fair
Signs of wear. The body may have a few visible scratches and dents. Items with screens may have light scratches.
Purchased
10/02/2025
Christine E.
Verified purchase
Reviewed 19/12/2024, United Kingdom.
I purchased a MacBook Air 13” (2017) I chose excellent condition and i certainly wasn’t disappointed. Looking at it from outside to inside the cover it is perfect, and is working perfectly. This is the 2nd item (the 1st was an iPhone 12 which again was in excellent condition. I would highly recommend Back Market for any more future purchases.
MacBook Air 13-inch (2017) - Core i5 - 8GB SSD 128 QWERTY - English
MacBook Air 13-inch (2017) - Core i5 - 8GB SSD 128 QWERTY - English
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Condition
Excellent
Almost no signs of wear. The body may have very light micro-scratches. For items with screens, the screen will have no scratches.
Purchased
28/11/2024
Nicholas M.
Verified purchase
Reviewed 26/11/2024, United Kingdom.
The MacBook Air arrived promptly and is in far better condition than I could have imagined. Have had it a week, transferring everything from my last one was seamless and, touch wood, everything seems to be working perfectly. Amazing price and looks great too given its age and fair condition. May never buy a new laptop ever again!
MacBook Air 13-inch (2017) - Core i5 - 8GB SSD 256 QWERTY - English
MacBook Air 13-inch (2017) - Core i5 - 8GB SSD 256 QWERTY - English
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Condition
Fair
Signs of wear. The body may have a few visible scratches and dents. Items with screens may have light scratches.
Purchased
11/11/2024
Jason E.
Verified purchase
Reviewed 17/09/2023, United Kingdom.
I bought the macbook air for a gift and the new owner seems delighted with it. I think refurbished is a good ethical choice as no new machine are as good ethically as refurbished, but you do get some peace of mind compared to just second hand. I buy refurbished whenever I can because I have friends in the DRC who suffer very greatly from the trade in conflict minerals. The people there deserve to see more benefit from their natural resources.
MacBook Air 13-inch (2017) - Core i7 - 8GB SSD 256 QWERTY - English
MacBook Air 13-inch (2017) - Core i7 - 8GB SSD 256 QWERTY - English
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Condition
Fair
Signs of wear. The body may have a few visible scratches and dents. Items with screens may have light scratches.
Purchased
02/09/2023
Hetty G.
Verified purchase
Reviewed 07/10/2024, United Kingdom.
Really great service, I ordered a refurbished MacBook Air 13 inch (2017) with 128GB of storage but I was sent one with a higher spec and 256GB of storage. Working really well so far, although slower than a new model as expected, and definitely worth the price.
MacBook Air 13-inch (2017) - Core i5 - 8GB SSD 128 QWERTY - English
MacBook Air 13-inch (2017) - Core i5 - 8GB SSD 128 QWERTY - English
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Condition
Good
Light signs of wear. The body may have light micro-scratches. For items with screens, the screen will have no scratches.
Purchased
12/09/2024

Everything you ever wanted to know about the "Obsolete" MacBook Air (2017,Intel)

Durability
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Mid-2017Release Date
13Screen size (in)
1440 x 900Resolution
128 GBStorage (GB)
8 GBMemory (GB)
SSDStorage type
NoTouch Bar
NoRetina
YesBluetooth

The MacBook Air 13-inch (2017) is a lightweight and portable laptop that continues to be a popular choice for users who value efficiency and convenience. Featuring a 13-inch display and powered by an Intel Core i5 processor, this model is well-suited for everyday tasks such as web browsing, document creation, and media consumption.

Key features:

Release Date: June 2017
Display: 13.3-inch Retina display
Processor: Intel Core i5 processor
Graphics: Intel HD Graphics 6000
Memory: 8GB RAM

Who is this for?

The MacBook Air 13-inch (2017) is ideal for students and professionals who need a reliable device for basic productivity tasks. Its lightweight design makes it perfect for those on the go, while the Retina display ensures a pleasant viewing experience for browsing and media consumption.

Pros & Cons:

Pros	Cons
Lightweight and portable for easy transport	Older processor may not handle demanding applications as well
High-quality Retina display for vibrant visuals	Limited graphics performance for gaming or heavy graphics tasks

Why refurbished?

Choosing a refurbished MacBook Air 13-inch (2017) is an environmentally conscious decision that allows you to enjoy a dependable laptop without compromising on quality. Each device undergoes thorough testing to ensure it meets Back Market’s high standards. Learn more about our quality standards.

Release Date: Mid-2017
Screen size (in): 13
Resolution: 1440 x 900
Storage (GB): 128 GB
Memory (GB): 8 GB
Storage type: SSD
Touch Bar: No
Retina: No
Bluetooth: Yes
Webcam: Yes
Microphone: Yes
MacBook architecture: 64-bits
IPS: No
Turbo Boost: 2.9
Front camera definition: 720p
Keyboard Language & Type: QWERTY - English
USB-A port: 2
Depth: 22.7 cm
Weight: 1350 g
Bluetooth Version: Bluetooth 4.0
Compatible with latest Update: No
True Tone: No
Speakers: Stereo speakers
Processor brand: Intel
HDMI output: No
Height: 1.7 cm
OS: macOS
Microphone specifications: Dual microphones
Year of Release: 2017
Model: MacBook Air
Processor speed (GHz): 1.8 GHz
Colour: Aluminium
Manufacturer Ref: A1466
Webcam definition: 720p
Processor: Core i5-5350U
USB-C port: 0
Maximum Operating System supported: macOS Monterey (12)
Pro-Motion: No
Width: 32.5 cm
Screen type: Wide screen display
Wi-Fi technology: Wi‑Fi 802.11ac
Brand: Apple
Screen brightness: 300 nits brightness
Touch ID: No

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