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product_id: 236841053
title: "Apple Macbook Air 2017 with 1.8GHz Intel Core i5 (13-inch, 8GB RAM, 128GB SSD Storage) (QWERTY English) Silver (Renewed)"
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price: "€ 368.58"
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# 1.8 GHz Dual-Core Intel i5 8GB RAM + 128GB SSD Storage 802.11ac Wi-Fi & Bluetooth 4.0 Apple Macbook Air 2017 with 1.8GHz Intel Core i5 (13-inch, 8GB RAM, 128GB SSD Storage) (QWERTY English) Silver (Renewed)

**Brand:** apple
**Price:** € 368.58
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🚀 Vintage Power Meets Modern Hustle — Own the MacBook Air Legacy!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Apple Macbook Air 2017 with 1.8GHz Intel Core i5 (13-inch, 8GB RAM, 128GB SSD Storage) (QWERTY English) Silver (Renewed) by apple
- **How much does it cost?** € 368.58 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.nl](https://www.desertcart.nl/products/236841053-apple-macbook-air-2017-with-1-8ghz-intel-core-i5)

## Best For

- apple enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted apple brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **All-Day Mobility:** Ultra-slim 0.68-inch design weighing just 2.96 lbs with up to 12 hours battery life keeps you productive wherever you go.
- • **Lightning-Fast Storage:** 128GB SSD ensures rapid boot times and quick access to your essential files—no more waiting around.
- • **Connectivity That Keeps Up:** Thunderbolt 2, USB 3.0, SDXC slot, and 802.11ac Wi-Fi keep you seamlessly connected to all your devices and networks.
- • **Effortless Multitasking Power:** Experience smooth performance with the 5th-gen Intel Core i5 and 8GB RAM—perfect for your daily grind and creative bursts.
- • **Iconic Backlit Apple Logo & Keyboard:** Stand out in any coffee shop or boardroom with the last MacBook Air featuring a backlit Apple logo—classic style meets function.

## Overview

The Apple MacBook Air 2017 is a sleek, lightweight laptop powered by a 1.8 GHz dual-core Intel Core i5 processor, 8GB of RAM, and a speedy 128GB SSD. Featuring a 13.3-inch 1440x900 display, Thunderbolt 2, USB 3.0, and 802.11ac Wi-Fi, it delivers reliable performance for everyday tasks with up to 12 hours of battery life. This renewed model combines classic Apple design with practical connectivity and portability, making it an ideal choice for budget-conscious professionals and students seeking a dependable Mac experience.

## Description

Whatever the task, fifth-generation Intel Core i5 with Intel HD Graphics 6000 are up to it. From editing photos to browsing the web, everything happens ultrafast. And all that power is encased in an incredibly thin 0.68-inch unibody design that weighs only 2.96 pounds and lasts up to 12 hours on a charge.

Review: Really impressed with how well this device from 2017 stands up in 2025. - I wanted to get an older Intel Mac for the sake of hauling it around and doing some things to it that are “off label” so to speak. I had low expectations, but for under $200, I figured, worst-case, I’d throw some flavor of Linux on it and use it as a secondary device. While it isn’t as fast as my M3 MacBook Air that I use mostly at home, it is incredibly serviceable. It is refurbished, mine came with a brand new battery and for this particular device the battery life is really great, even under a bit of load it’s 4+ hours, and I’m a bit of a heavy user so you may get more. Upgradeable (just ordered a larger SSD for it because I am using it so much that I’m investing in more storage, the specialized drive for it runs around $60 or you can get the NVMe SSD of your choice with an adapter if you have a spare lying around you want to use.) OpenCore will get you to Sequoia and I’ve heard some people are able to run Tahoe Beta. Without modification though it runs Sonoma which for most people will do just fine. You’re not getting the greatest screen with an 8 year old computer but the screen actually looks really good. The i5 Processor and 8 GB of RAM are not powerhouses these days but if you have a $200 budget and have to choose between this and one of those new budget laptops with a Celeron or N95/100/etc. this will do much better! Just remember, this is an 8 year old device as far as the tech. It does great. But if you’re expecting an experience similar to the new M-series processors, you won’t get it. I would suggest looking into a refurbished Air with an M1 if you want that experience. That said, it packs a lot more punch than I thought it would and I am currently using it as my out of the house daily driver. It does get a little warm under load but not hot. If you’re just web browsing, YouTubing, doing school or office work, maybe some very basic photo or video editing, this machine will do just fine. For people with a little less tech experience, I would suggest making sure you save files to the cloud or a USB drive (also has an SD card slot if you want to go that route.) This does NOT have USB-C and Thunderbolt 2 does not natively connect to current Thunderbolt/USB-C. There are adapters for that on desertcart if you need it for any reason. With the right cable that port can also be used to connect to an external monitor if you need it. OH. And! Keyboard and Apple Logo are both backlit. I believe this was the last MacBook Air with a backlit Apple Logo. If nothing else that increases its “cool factor.” Bigger bezels than new devices, but honestly, they don’t bother me and I think most people won’t find them excessive. I would say this laptop is for: Students Children who you want to give a first computer to where you don’t need them to have the latest and the greatest. People who have been using Windows and want to try a Mac but don’t want to commit big money to the ecosystem yet People who have a Chromebook budget but don’t want a crappy underpowered machine that is effectively a web browser with mobile apps and don’t know how to use the Linux environment People who are interested in the Hackintosh community but would rather have the real thing. People looking at those sub-$300 computers with EMMC memory and 4 GB of RAM and underpowered processors Hope that this helps people who are thinking about this computer but are on the fence. It’s truly a great machine. And while Apple has dropped support for Intel, security updates should continue to roll out for a few years in case safety is a concern.
Review: Love it - I like it. Reason I got this because my sons iPad need reset and restored to get to work my sons old Chromebook laptop doesn’t support for iPad repairment. So I got this refurbished MacBook for that reason. The MacBook fixed his iPad quick. And for years i been wanting one but it get so expensive. I came across this when I was looking for Chromebook charger replacement saw great deal so I took it and bought it. It a great MacBook. Very light. I got so excited when it arrived. It my early Christmas gift to myself. 😁😅

## Features

- 1.8 GHz Intel Core i5 Dual-Core, 8GB of 1600 MHz LPDDR3 RAM | 128GB SSD
- Integrated Intel HD Graphics 6000, 13.3" 1440 x 900 Glossy Display
- 802.11ac Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.0, Thunderbolt 2, USB 3.0
- 720p FaceTime HD Camera, SDXC Card Slot, Stereo Speakers, Dual Built-In Mics
- Slim, Lightweight Design, macOS Sierra

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B0751N2Y78 |
| Audio Output Type | Speakers |
| Automatic Backup Software Included | Webcam |
| Battery Cell Type | Lithium Ion |
| Best Sellers Rank | #714 in Computers & Accessories ( See Top 100 in Computers & Accessories ) #20 in Renewed Laptops #53 in Renewed Computers & Accessories #64 in Traditional Laptop Computers |
| Brand | Apple |
| Cache Memory Installed Size | 16 GB |
| Color | Silver |
| Connectivity Technology | Wireless |
| Control Method | Touch |
| Customer Reviews | 3.9 out of 5 stars 2,333 Reviews |
| Display Resolution Maximum | 1440x900 Pixels |
| Display Technology | LED |
| Display Type | LCD |
| Graphics Coprocessor | Intel HD Graphics 6000 |
| Graphics Description | Integrated |
| Hard Disk Interface | USB |
| Hard-Drive Size | 128 GB |
| Hardware Interface | Bluetooth, SDXC, Thunderbolt, USB |
| Has Color Screen | No |
| Human-Interface Input | Microphone |
| Item Dimensions L x W x Thickness | 12"L x 12.8"W x 0.68"Th |
| Item Height | 25.4 centimeters |
| Item Weight | 4 Pounds |
| Lithium-Battery Energy Content | 0.33 Watt Hours |
| Manufacturer | Apple Computer |
| Memory Clock Speed | 1.8 GHz |
| Memory Speed | 1600 MHz |
| Model Name | MacBook Air |
| Model Number | MQD32LL/A |
| Native Resolution | 1366 x 768 pixels |
| Operating System | Mac OS |
| Other Special Features of the Product | Stereo Speakers |
| Processor Brand | Intel |
| Processor Count | 2 |
| Processor Series | Intel Core 5 |
| Processor Speed | 1.8 GHz |
| RAM Memory Installed | 8 GB |
| RAM Memory Technology | LPDDR3 |
| Resolution | 720p |
| Screen Size | 13.3 Inches |
| UPC | 636983064427 |
| Video Processor | Intel |
| Warranty Description | 90 days limited warranty |
| Wireless Compability | 802.11a, Bluetooth |
| Wireless Technology | Bluetooth, Wi-Fi |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Apple
- **CPU Model:** Intel Core 5
- **Color:** Silver
- **Graphics Card Description:** Integrated
- **Hard Disk Size:** 128 GB
- **Model Name:** MacBook Air
- **Operating System:** Mac OS
- **Ram Memory Installed Size:** 8 GB
- **Screen Size:** 13.3 Inches
- **Special Feature:** Stereo Speakers

## Images

![Apple Macbook Air 2017 with 1.8GHz Intel Core i5 (13-inch, 8GB RAM, 128GB SSD Storage) (QWERTY English) Silver (Renewed) - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71HCF+RX8uL.jpg)

## Available Options

This product comes in different **Size** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Did it come packaged in an Apple box?**
A: No it did not.

**Q: Is it touch screen?**
A: No, friend. It is not. It's an older Mac, but gets the job done. I'm happy with my purchase for the price.

**Q: what's the quality of the " good" quality version. does it still work like new?**
A: Today is July, 21 and it works like new. So far I had no issues with my MacBook.

**Q: What year is this computer?**
A: 2017

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Really impressed with how well this device from 2017 stands up in 2025.
*by E***2 on August 27, 2025*

I wanted to get an older Intel Mac for the sake of hauling it around and doing some things to it that are “off label” so to speak. I had low expectations, but for under $200, I figured, worst-case, I’d throw some flavor of Linux on it and use it as a secondary device. While it isn’t as fast as my M3 MacBook Air that I use mostly at home, it is incredibly serviceable. It is refurbished, mine came with a brand new battery and for this particular device the battery life is really great, even under a bit of load it’s 4+ hours, and I’m a bit of a heavy user so you may get more. Upgradeable (just ordered a larger SSD for it because I am using it so much that I’m investing in more storage, the specialized drive for it runs around $60 or you can get the NVMe SSD of your choice with an adapter if you have a spare lying around you want to use.) OpenCore will get you to Sequoia and I’ve heard some people are able to run Tahoe Beta. Without modification though it runs Sonoma which for most people will do just fine. You’re not getting the greatest screen with an 8 year old computer but the screen actually looks really good. The i5 Processor and 8 GB of RAM are not powerhouses these days but if you have a $200 budget and have to choose between this and one of those new budget laptops with a Celeron or N95/100/etc. this will do much better! Just remember, this is an 8 year old device as far as the tech. It does great. But if you’re expecting an experience similar to the new M-series processors, you won’t get it. I would suggest looking into a refurbished Air with an M1 if you want that experience. That said, it packs a lot more punch than I thought it would and I am currently using it as my out of the house daily driver. It does get a little warm under load but not hot. If you’re just web browsing, YouTubing, doing school or office work, maybe some very basic photo or video editing, this machine will do just fine. For people with a little less tech experience, I would suggest making sure you save files to the cloud or a USB drive (also has an SD card slot if you want to go that route.) This does NOT have USB-C and Thunderbolt 2 does not natively connect to current Thunderbolt/USB-C. There are adapters for that on Amazon if you need it for any reason. With the right cable that port can also be used to connect to an external monitor if you need it. OH. And! Keyboard and Apple Logo are both backlit. I believe this was the last MacBook Air with a backlit Apple Logo. If nothing else that increases its “cool factor.” Bigger bezels than new devices, but honestly, they don’t bother me and I think most people won’t find them excessive. I would say this laptop is for: Students Children who you want to give a first computer to where you don’t need them to have the latest and the greatest. People who have been using Windows and want to try a Mac but don’t want to commit big money to the ecosystem yet People who have a Chromebook budget but don’t want a crappy underpowered machine that is effectively a web browser with mobile apps and don’t know how to use the Linux environment People who are interested in the Hackintosh community but would rather have the real thing. People looking at those sub-$300 computers with EMMC memory and 4 GB of RAM and underpowered processors Hope that this helps people who are thinking about this computer but are on the fence. It’s truly a great machine. And while Apple has dropped support for Intel, security updates should continue to roll out for a few years in case safety is a concern.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Love it
*by A***Y on December 10, 2025*

I like it. Reason I got this because my sons iPad need reset and restored to get to work my sons old Chromebook laptop doesn’t support for iPad repairment. So I got this refurbished MacBook for that reason. The MacBook fixed his iPad quick. And for years i been wanting one but it get so expensive. I came across this when I was looking for Chromebook charger replacement saw great deal so I took it and bought it. It a great MacBook. Very light. I got so excited when it arrived. It my early Christmas gift to myself. 😁😅

### ⭐ A mess
*by L***N on April 27, 2024*

I ordered one and the entire two bottom rows of keys stuck, would click like there was sand under the keyboard, or wouldn’t pop back up so my sentence looked like this “Mmmmmmmmy nnnnew laptop Is unnnnnnnnusabbble” So I reached out to Amazon support who processed a replacement. Unfortunately the replacement was also unusable because the charging port would not hold the charger in it. So unless I wanted to sit there and hold the charger for 2 hours to charge it I had to return that one too. So I reached out to support again and processed that return. I ordered a third one hoping the third time would be the charm but alas, it was not. This one has a battery life of about 18 minutes from full charge until it’s dead. I understand these are refurbished but I have some major concerns about quality control at this point as it doesn’t seem like random bad luck that I’d get 3 laptops with major problems. Also adding that these are listed in excellent condition however there are also significant cosmetic issues as well. Scratches, deep dents, bent corners. Not something I’d look at and say “yeah this is in excellent condition”. I hope the seller takes more care in refurbishing these in the future because it feels like they are just out here taking in a computer, restoring it to factory settings and listing it for sale. No way they could do even a cursory check of these and not notice 20 sticky keys or the inability to charge a computer. This process has taken me about 3 weeks from placing my first order and has been a headache all around. I wouldn’t recommend these unless you are fully aware that you’ll need to dedicate time and money to making the computer you receive able to be used.

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*Last updated: 2026-01-23*