MacBook Air vs MacBook Pro – which wins?
When it comes to choosing a new Apple laptop, there are two main options to consider – the MacBook Pro and the MacBook Air. Both models have their own advantages and disadvantages, so it can be tricky to decide which one is right for you.
In this article, we will take a closer look at the advantages of the MacBook Pro over the Air.
Latest hardware
The first major advantage of the MacBook Pro is that it is more up-to-date with the latest hardware. For example, it has a fast and better M1 processor, compared to the processor in the Air. It also has a better graphics card compared to the one in the Air.
More ports
The MacBook Pro has better connectivity than the Air. It has two Thunderbolt 3 ports, four USB-C ports with support for external displays, faster Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 5.0. The MacBook Air only offers one Thunderbolt 3 port and two USB-C ports, with support for external displays limited to HDMI 1.4b.
Touch bar
It also allows users to choose an optional Apple touch bar on the keyboard if they want it. This nice hardware feature is not available in the MacBook Air. The touch bar allows you to use shortcuts for certain applications just by clicking a button on the screen that duplicates what’s on your touch bar – without actually opening up that application first.
Surprisingly, the Apple MacBook Pro with Touch Bar doesn’t have a high-resolution Retina display. It’s not even close to it! The laptop features a 2880 x 1800 screen resolution that makes images appear pixelated when you use them side by side with other devices like an iPhone 8 or iPad Pro. However, since this is Apple we’re dealing with here, the laptop comes pre-loaded with apps that will take full advantage of its wide color gamut and P3 color space. There are also two Thunderbolt 3 ports for accessories and charging as well as 4 USB-C slots for connectivity options including mini DisplayPort adapters if you want to connect your device to an external monitor.
Powerhorse
This feature is useful for people who are using applications they frequently use. For example, if you go to Photoshop a lot, you can simply click on the touch bar button with an image of your choice and voila! You are able to edit it with ease. This will be incredibly useful when trying to do complex designing work in Adobe Illustrator or Photoshop.
Great speakers
The MacBook Pro also boasts great speakers that are found on both sides (bottom) of the keyboard. Usually, laptops have louder speakers than their desktop counterparts but this design has evened out the volume distribution resulting in high quality sound. When paired with Apple’s Spatial Audio software, you can experience virtual surround sound via two built-in microphones inside your laptop that will cancel background noise. However, not all features made it to this device like Touch ID or Force Touch because apparently they put too much pressure on battery according to an Apple spokesperson who spoke to Mashable.
Better battery life
According to CNET , the battery life on the MacBook Pro is also better than the Air. The Pro can last up to 10 hours on a single charge while the Air maxes out at 9 hours. Another big difference is that the Pro comes with a Touch Bar, which replaces the function keys along the top of the keyboard. This little addition provides users with contextual controls and options depending on what app they’re using at the time.
Weight
One downside to consider when opting for a MacBook Pro over an Air is its weight. At 4 pounds, it’s not exactly light, but it’s still portable enough to take with you when you’re on-the-go. And if you really need to shed a few ounces, you could always go for Apple’s new 13-inch MacBook Pro without a Touch Bar, which weighs in at just 2.03 pounds.
So, is the MacBook Pro worth the extra cash? If you’re looking for a powerful and versatile laptop that will last all day on a single charge, then the answer is definitely yes. The Air is great for basic tasks, but if you need more power and features, the Pro is the way to go.
Older Macbooks
The MacBook Air sports a 13-inch dual-core Intel Core i5 processor that has Turbo Boost up to 3.2GHz coupled with 8GB of RAM and 128GB of SSD storage space. These specs are significantly lower than the 15-inch models, which comes equipped with quad-core processors along with 16GB of RAM and 256GB of SSD storage space.
Regardless of the size, the MacBook Air comes with Intel HD Graphics 6000 for smooth video playback and rendering. The laptop can be pre-ordered in Melbourne at a resonable price.
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