Got your hands on a new MacBook Air 15-inch M5? If you’re going to take it out with you, you’ll want to pick up a good bag or cover to keep it protected from scratches and bumps. We’ve rounded up our favorite options below, with a range of cases for different tastes and preferences. Some have extra pockets to keep your cables organized, others come with a stand to prop the MacBook up while you work, and others keep things ultra-streamlined. We’ve included some more heavy-duty bags for those who want to take their machine everywhere, as well as some that prioritize style while still offering a layer of protection against scratches.
This new MacBook Air M5 was one of a whole bunch of products unveiled at Apple’s March event, ahead of the brand’s 50th anniversary. We tested the 13-inch version for our MacBook Air 13-inch M5 review, and awarded it a near-perfect 4.5 stars, calling it “an exquisite, lightweight yet durable laptop that fits perfectly into your work, play, home life, and the Apple ecosystem”. The 15-inch version is heavier and pricier, but with a substantially larger screen, more speakers, and two extra GPU cores in the base model.
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MacBook Air 15-inch cases: useful information
Want to make extra sure your top pick is going to fit your new laptop? The exact proportions of the 15-inch MacBook Air M5 are as follows (H x W x D):
0.45 x 13.4 x 9.35 inches / 1.15 x 34.04 x 23.76 cm
The 15-inch MacBook Air’s screen is actually 15.3 inches (measured diagonally). To keep things simple, most brands will refer to the compatible cases as 15-inch, in line with Apple’s wording choice.
There’s also a 13-inch MacBook Air M5 — if that’s the one you’re buying, I have a separate guide to the best 13-inch MacBook Air M5 cases and bags. However, most of these options are also available in 13-inch versions, and you can toggle to your preferred size on the product page.