The key differences between the M2 MacBook Air and the 14" M2 Pro MacBook Pro
The Apple MacBook Air M2 (2022) and the Apple MacBook Pro M2 Pro (2023) are both powerful laptops with similar price points, but there are some key differences between them.
The MacBook Air M2 is thinner and lighter than the MacBook Pro M2 Pro, measuring 0.44 inches thin and weighing 2.7 pounds (1.24 kg), compared to the Pro’s 3 pounds (1.4 kg). The Air also has a MagSafe power port in addition to its USB-C port, while the Pro only charges via USB-C.
In terms of performance, both laptops have the same M2 processor and run the same macOS operating system. However, the 13-inch MacBook Pro has a 10-core GPU standard while the 13-inch MacBook Air has an 8-core GPU option. Additionally, the Pro has an active cooling system while the Air is passively cooled, The Pro also has a larger battery at 58.2 watt hours compared to 49.9 watt hours for the Air, and its battery life is about two hours longer than that of the Air. Finally, the Air has four speakers compared to two on the Pro, providing better sound quality.
Overall, if you’re looking for a laptop with more power and features than what’s offered by the MacBook Air M2 (2022), then you may want to consider investing in a MacBook Pro M2 Pro (2023).
