Intro to MacBook Air or MacBook Pro
One of the most common questions when considering purchasing a MacBook is whether to choose the MacBook Air or MacBook Pro. People often wonder if the Air is capable of handling editing work or if it’s necessary to buy the Pro due to its faster speed and power. Let’s look deeper into the comparison between these two models in the context of the M series processor era.
Key differences between MacBook Air or MacBook Pro
We will compare the Air 2022 and the Pro 2022 to understand their differences with both equipped with the M2 chip.
Image source from nanoreview.net
From the benchmark test results above, there is not a significant difference between the performance of the Air and Pro with the M2 chip. This challenges the outdated notion that the MacBook Air is only suitable for basic tasks such as paperwork and web browsing. With the power of the M processor, the Air is now capable of handling a wide range of tasks and can be considered for more demanding work as well.
Surprising Fact 1: MacBook Air screen is slightly bigger
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The Air features a slightly larger display of 13.6 inches at 2560 x 1664 pixels resolution while the Pro has a 13.3-inch display of 2560 x 1660 pixels resolution.
When displaying HDR (High Dynamic Range) content the new Air has a slight advantage as well with an average of 489 nits for brightness and reaching a peak of 495 nits while the Pro achieved an average of 474.6 nits for standard brightness and 490 nits for HDR content.
Both Macs support HDR10 and wide colour (P3) and incorporate True Tone technology but considering the larger screen size of the Air, it holds a slight advantage in this aspect.
Info source from tomsguide.com
Surprising Fact 2: MacBook Air webcam is better
Image source from Macworld.com
The Air has a higher pixels resolution webcam at 1920 x 1080 while the Pro has a lower resolution at 1280 x 720 so if you frequently engage in FaceTime and Zoom calls and prioritize enhanced visual clarity during those calls, the Air is the better choice!
Surprising Fact 3: MacBook Air speakers are louder
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With a sound output of 82.7 dB, the Air can produce louder audio and this feature can be particularly beneficial for individuals with hearing difficulties who may require a higher volume level to comfortably hear audio content.
So is the MacBook Pro Still Worth Considering?
Yes! If you are a professional user involved in graphic editing, video editing, visualization or working with AI, you should definitely consider the MacBook Pro with upgraded and custom specifications.
To ensure optimal performance in your work particularly in tasks involving graphics and memory-intensive operations, it is advisable to prioritize upgrading the graphics card and RAM to their maximum capacity during purchase.
FAQ
Is the MacBook Air and MacBook Pro better?
Determining which is the better Mac depends on finding the one that suits your specific requirements, offers good value for your money and aligns best with you.
Can you return your Mac if you don’t like it?
As of our knowledge at this moment there is currently no known offer for free returns on new Macs in Malaysia but it is possible that after the opening of the first official Apple Store in TRX (Tun Razak Exchange) in early 2024 if Apple Malaysia introduce a returns policy.
Still not sure which MacBook to choose?
Please don’t hesitate to reach out to us with any inquiries you may have. We will do our best to provide you with advice based on our knowledge and help you determine which Mac might be most suitable for your needs.
Pro Tip
It is highly recommended to purchase the Apple Care Protection Plan when buying a new Mac, as it provides an additional two years of warranty coverage directly from Apple.
For the MacBook Air 13-inch M2, the Apple Care price is RM799.00. When you divide this amount by 712 days (representing the two-year duration), it amounts to just RM1.13 per day!
Considering this relatively low cost, investing in the extra two years of protection is a worthwhile decision.
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