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MacBook Performance and Battery is terrible

Hey everyone,

I’ve got a base model 2020 MacBook Air i3 and I’ve noticed it doesn’t perform the best. However, after upgrading to Big Sur the battery life was just shot. Everything is laggy, takes forever to open, the laptop runs hot, fans are always on, etc. I’m really really disappointed. Is anyone else having this issue? If so, how do you remedy it?

Posted on Oct 9, 2021 8:47 PM

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Posted on Oct 9, 2021 9:03 PM

JaronDerpy Said:

"MacBook Performance and Battery is terrible: Hey everyone, I’ve got a base model 2020 MacBook Air i3 and I’ve noticed it doesn’t perform the best. However, after upgrading to Big Sur the battery life was just shot. Everything is laggy, takes forever to open, the laptop runs hot, fans are always on, etc. I’m really really disappointed. Is anyone else having this issue? If so, how do you remedy it?"

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Troubleshooting MacBook Air Power:

A. Black Mac Screen:

Go Here: If your Mac doesn't Turn On or Start Up - Apple Support

Using External Devices: Try Resetting the SMC and NVRAM, but this time, using an external keyboard. Connect an external monitor and see if you get an output.


B. Mac Power Issues:

Try a New Charger:

If it is currently charging from a charger, then use a new charger:

A Few Links to Refer to Power:





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Oct 9, 2021 9:03 PM in response to JaronDerpy

JaronDerpy Said:

"MacBook Performance and Battery is terrible: Hey everyone, I’ve got a base model 2020 MacBook Air i3 and I’ve noticed it doesn’t perform the best. However, after upgrading to Big Sur the battery life was just shot. Everything is laggy, takes forever to open, the laptop runs hot, fans are always on, etc. I’m really really disappointed. Is anyone else having this issue? If so, how do you remedy it?"

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Troubleshooting MacBook Air Power:

A. Black Mac Screen:

Go Here: If your Mac doesn't Turn On or Start Up - Apple Support

Using External Devices: Try Resetting the SMC and NVRAM, but this time, using an external keyboard. Connect an external monitor and see if you get an output.


B. Mac Power Issues:

Try a New Charger:

If it is currently charging from a charger, then use a new charger:

A Few Links to Refer to Power:





MacBook Performance and Battery is terrible

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