The MacBook Air Cooling Upgrade You Didn't Know You Needed

TLDRLearn how the MacBook Air can be improved with a cooling upgrade using air jets, resulting in better performance and lower temperatures.

Key insights

🔥The MacBook Air can be upgraded with air jets for better cooling without adding fans.

⚙️The air jets pull air through the filters and expel it out of the system, improving thermals.

💻The modified MacBook Air performs similarly to the MacBook Pro in benchmark tests.

🌡️The modified MacBook Air has lower external temperatures compared to the stock version.

🔋The cooling upgrade has minimal impact on power consumption.

Q&A

Can the air jets be integrated into the MacBook Air design?

Yes, with proper engineering and integration, the air jets can be part of the MacBook Air's original design.

Do the air jets affect system performance?

The air jets improve thermals, resulting in better sustained performance and reduced thermal throttling.

Does the cooling upgrade impact the MacBook Air's external temperature?

The modified MacBook Air has lower external temperatures, resulting in a cooler and more comfortable user experience.

What is the power consumption of the air jets?

The air jets have minimal impact on power consumption, ensuring efficient use of energy.

Is the cooling upgrade practical for DIY enthusiasts?

While the cooling upgrade showcased in the video is not a practical DIY solution, it demonstrates the potential of air jet technology in laptops.

Timestamped Summary

00:00Introduction to the MacBook Air cooling upgrade using air jets for better performance and lower temperatures.

02:22Demonstration of the modification process, including removing components and installing air jets.

09:57Explanation of how the air jets work and their advantages in cooling the MacBook Air.

16:05Comparison of benchmark test results between the modified MacBook Air and stock MacBook Air and MacBook Pro.

17:56Discussion of external temperatures and the impact of the cooling upgrade on user experience.