Hi everyone,
I’ve noticed a very light creaking sound coming from my MacBook Air M4 when I hold it in one hand or use it on my bed. It sounds like metal slightly rubbing against metal — very subtle, not loud at all. When the MacBook is on a flat hard surface, there’s no sound.
Is this normal for the aluminum chassis, or should I be concerned?
Thanks in advance!
MacBook Air 13″, macOS 15.7
Since you say it’s a “very light creaking” and only when you hold it in one hand or use it on your bed, I’d lean toward it being benign — likely caused by flex in the aluminum or internal parts shifting slightly. Especially since the machine appears fine when on a flat hard surface.
However — because you can still be under warranty (assuming it’s a relatively new MacBook Air M4) and because some users have had more serious outcomes (loose screws, misalignment), my recommendation is:
Since you say it’s a “very light creaking” and only when you hold it in one hand or use it on your bed, I’d lean toward it being benign — likely caused by flex in the aluminum or internal parts shifting slightly. Especially since the machine appears fine when on a flat hard surface.
However — because you can still be under warranty (assuming it’s a relatively new MacBook Air M4) and because some users have had more serious outcomes (loose screws, misalignment), my recommendation is:
Slight creaking sound when holding MacBook Air M4
