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Apple’s latestMacBook Air M4is finally here.
Spoiler alert: they’reveryimpressive.
Now, we can see just how well theM4 chipperforms in Apple’s latest Air models.
So, ready for some numbers?
Let’s dive in.
However, there are some interesting numbers here.
But you’ll still find more color accuracy with its Delta-E score.
Performance tests
Now, onto therealbeefy stuff.
First off is Geekbench 6 benchmarks, which measures how fast a CPU is through handling tasks.
And by quite a considerable amount.
We also tested the SSD speeds using the Blackmagic disk speed test.
Still, it’s worth noting the Handbrake video transcoding test results (transcoding 4K video to 1080p).
You’ll notice Windows laptops aren’t here, as the Blackmagic test doesn’t work well with them.
These are no M4 Pro speeds, and the chip in the MacBook Pro mainly caters to video editing.
So, what about gaming?
Are the MacBook Air M4 models up for the task?
Considering the results below, it may be no better than an M3 Air.
There are more factors at play, too.
That’s shown in the 15-inch model’s 10-core GPU we tested, as the results are higher.
Battery life tests
Finally, we have battery life.
The M4 MacBook Pro still offers an extra kick of battery, lasting over 18 hours.
But none can trump the MacBook Pro M4 Pro with its jaw-dropping near-21 hours of battery life.
Whatreallymakes the M4-equipped MacBook Air shine is its price-to-specs ratio.
It’s no wonder we already rate it as thebest bargain laptop of the year.
For more power, the M4 Pro (and higher) chips are a better option.
Are they worth the upgrade from a MacBook Air M3?
