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TheMacBook Air M4has arrived, and it’s the most capable and impressive MacBook Air to date.
So now that both are available to buy, which is right for you?
The 15-inch MacBook Air M4 has a slightly larger screen than the 14-inch Pro, but it otherwise looks very similar.
Let’s dive in!
So put simply, these two laptops have very similar-looking displays in terms of color and design.
So if you just need a good display, the Air should be just fine.
Both MacBooks also offer Dolby Atmos and Spatial Audio support.
The Air has an additional pair of Thunderbolt 4/USB4 ports, and that’s itthat’s all you get.
Luckily, both MacBooks have good 12MP webcams mounted in the notch at the top of their displays.
The 15-inch MacBook Air M4 has a slightly larger screen than the 14-inch Pro, but it otherwise looks very similar.
Both the MacBook Air and Pro M4 have great webcams that will help you look your best.
And to be clear, that’s not a bad thing.
The 14-inch MacBook Pro looks awfully similar to the 15-inch MacBook Air M4 at this point.
MacBook Air 15-inch M4
MacBook Pro 14-inch M4
The MacBook Pro has a six-speaker sound system that kicks out better sound quality than any Air.
The MacBook Air 15-inch M4 is not big on ports—you get a headphone jack on the right side, two Thunderbolt 4 ports on the left and that’s it.
MacBook Pro 14-inch M4
MacBook Pro 14-inch M4 camera in action(Image credit: Tom’s Guide)
MacBook Air 15-inch M4 camera in action(Image credit: Tom’s Guide)
Don’t get too excited about Desk View.
