Sell Intel MacBook Air for Cash
Retina MacBook Airs with Intel processors from 2018 to 2020 still have resale value, especially the 2020 model with the improved keyboard.
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About 1 minuteAbout the MacBook Air Intel
Apple sold Retina MacBook Airs with Intel processors from 2018 until late 2020. The 2020 model moved to 10th-generation processors and a scissor-switch keyboard.
The 2018 and 2019 models use the butterfly keyboard, which can develop sticky or repeating keys. Working keyboards matter for these models.
MacBook Air Intel configurations we buy
These are the configurations the quote tool accepts for each model, so you can only choose options that exist.
MacBook Air Intel (2020)
13.3-inch Retina · Identifier MacBookAir9,1 · Model number A2179 · Full MacBook Air Intel (2020) specs
| Chip / processor | Memory (RAM) | Storage |
|---|---|---|
| Core i3 dual-core 1.1GHz | 8GB16GB | 256GB512GB1TB2TB |
| Core i5 quad-core 1.1GHz | 8GB16GB | 512GB1TB2TB |
| Core i7 quad-core 1.2GHz | 8GB16GB | 256GB512GB1TB2TB |
MacBook Air Intel (2018 to 2019)
13.3-inch Retina · Identifier MacBookAir8,1 / MacBookAir8,2 · Model number A1932 · Full MacBook Air Intel (2018 to 2019) specs
| Chip / processor | Memory (RAM) | Storage |
|---|---|---|
| Core i5 dual-core 1.6GHz | 8GB16GB | 128GB256GB512GB1.5TB |
Identify it
How to tell which MacBook Air Intel you have
- Apple menu > About This Mac shows "MacBook Air (Retina, 13-inch, 2020)" or the year of your model.
- In System Information, the Model Identifier is MacBookAir9,1 for 2020 and MacBookAir8,1 or MacBookAir8,2 for 2018 to 2019.
- Intel Airs show an Intel Core processor in About This Mac rather than an Apple chip.
MacBook Air Intel trade-in value: what affects your offer?
Price follows current resale demand, then your answers adjust it.
Year
The 2020 model is worth the most among Intel Airs.
Processor
Core i5 and i7 quad-core 2020 models earn more than Core i3.
Keyboard
Sticky or failed butterfly keys on 2018 to 2019 models reduce the offer.
Battery health
Most of these now have worn batteries, which lowers the offer.
Storage
512GB and up adds value.
Is my MacBook Air Intel eligible?
It needs to power on, show a usable picture, be signed out of its Apple Account with Activation Lock off, be free of MDM and firmware-password locks, have no swollen battery, and be legally yours.
Scratches, dents, worn batteries and some display issues are fine if it still works. Non-working, locked, lost or stolen, liquid-damaged or swollen-battery MacBooks can't get an instant quote. Full eligibility rules.
Accessories that affect your offer
- Original charger and cable
- Original box
Before you sell
- Test every key and the trackpad before you answer the keyboard question.
- Check whether a firmware password is set and remove it.
- Include the USB-C charger.
How we grade your MacBook Air Intel's condition
Choose the grade that matches the outside of your MacBook Air Intel. Working problems are asked separately, so you're never marked down twice for the same thing.
No visible scratches, dents or keyboard shine. Looks new.
Light wear you only notice up close. No dents.
Visible scratches, scuffs, worn keys or a small dent.
Heavy wear, deep scratches or several dents. Still fully working.
Bent or cracked casing, or a loose hinge. Still powers on and works.
Won't power on, no usable picture, locked, liquid damaged, or a swollen battery. These can't get an instant quote.
How it works
How to sell your MacBook in 3 easy steps
No account, no meetups and no listing fees.
- 01
Get your quote
Tell us what you're selling. Answer a few questions about the model, configuration and condition to see your estimated offer.
- 02
Ship for free
We send a free prepaid, trackable shipping label by email. Prepare your MacBook, pack it well and drop it off.
- 03
Get paid
We inspect it within 2 business days of delivery and pay you by PayPal, Zelle or Bank transfer (ACH).
Where to sell your MacBook Air Intel: compare your options
Each option suits a different seller. Here's how they differ for a used MacBook Air Intel.
| Feature | SellYouriMac | Apple Trade In | Marketplace (eBay, Facebook) | Other buyback services |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| How you're paid | Cash by PayPal, Zelle or Bank transfer (ACH) | Usually trade-in credit or a gift card toward Apple purchases | Cash from the buyer, once it sells | Varies by service |
| Shipping | Free prepaid label | Free mail-in, or in store | You pack, ship and usually pay | Varies |
| Fees | None | None | Marketplace and payment fees usually apply | Varies |
| Seller effort | A few minutes online | Low | Photos, listing, buyer messages, meetups | Low to medium |
| Data wiping | We erase every device on arrival | Handled in Apple's process | Your responsibility | Varies |
| If the condition differs | Revised offer with reasons; free return if you decline | Revised value at Apple's discretion | Buyer disputes and return requests | Varies |
| Bulk selling | Dedicated bulk quotes for 5+ devices | Check Apple's business options | Slow for many devices | Varies |
SellYouriMac
- How you're paid
- Cash by PayPal, Zelle or Bank transfer (ACH)
- Shipping
- Free prepaid label
- Fees
- None
- Seller effort
- A few minutes online
- Data wiping
- We erase every device on arrival
- If the condition differs
- Revised offer with reasons; free return if you decline
- Bulk selling
- Dedicated bulk quotes for 5+ devices
Apple Trade In
- How you're paid
- Usually trade-in credit or a gift card toward Apple purchases
- Shipping
- Free mail-in, or in store
- Fees
- None
- Seller effort
- Low
- Data wiping
- Handled in Apple's process
- If the condition differs
- Revised value at Apple's discretion
- Bulk selling
- Check Apple's business options
Marketplace (eBay, Facebook)
- How you're paid
- Cash from the buyer, once it sells
- Shipping
- You pack, ship and usually pay
- Fees
- Marketplace and payment fees usually apply
- Seller effort
- Photos, listing, buyer messages, meetups
- Data wiping
- Your responsibility
- If the condition differs
- Buyer disputes and return requests
- Bulk selling
- Slow for many devices
Other buyback services
- How you're paid
- Varies by service
- Shipping
- Varies
- Fees
- Varies
- Seller effort
- Low to medium
- Data wiping
- Varies
- If the condition differs
- Varies
- Bulk selling
- Varies
General comparison based on how these options typically work. Terms change, so check each provider's current policies. We don't publish competitor prices.
Selling your MacBook Air Intel: FAQs
How much is an Intel MacBook Air worth?
The 2020 model with a Core i5 or i7 earns the most. Use the quote tool for your exact model.
Do you buy MacBook Airs from before 2018?
Not through the instant quote. Email us the model and we'll let you know.
My 2019 Air has sticky keys. Can I still sell it?
Yes, if everything else works. Choose the keyboard issue answer and the offer adjusts.
What if the estimate is too low?
If the resale value is too low, the quote tool tells you before you ship anything.
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