Question 1

Which is better, Apple MacBook Air M3 or Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 5?

Accepted Answer

Both products scored 8.5/10 in our testing — it's a tie. Choose based on which features matter most to you.

Question 2

Is the Apple MacBook Air M3 worth it over the Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 5?

Accepted Answer

The Apple MacBook Air M3 scores 8.5/10 while the Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 5 scores 8.5/10. The Apple MacBook Air M3 is our "Best Overall" pick in the Best Ultrabooks for College 2026 category.

Apple MacBook Air M3 vs Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 5: Which to Buy?