I got the Air. I prefer the physical function keys, totally fanless, and more comfortable wedge design. I think it is better in every way - apart from the additional battery life of the pro.
@@TheIndulgers for 300 dollar cheaper.. its not dumb, good choices sir.. i have macbook air m1 too.. im from a thinkpad t460 user.. not a good windows laptop(iknow) but the battery life is good, and the macbook air is even more amazing.. for 999 dollar only
I’ve been looking for the rumored AS macbooks coming this summer, but then I searched for used intel Macs baseline MBP 16” from October for 1000 euros is too cheap to dismiss!
Thanks for your review! I went from a 7 year old MacBook Pro 15 and bought the base M1 Mackbook Air hoping I would like the smaller screen and leaving the MacBook Pro. After watching the video, the Air 13" seemed like it had the specs for what I needed. Immediately after unboxing the M1 Air, I knew I wasn't going back to a larger and heavier MacBook Pro. The gold is a rose gold and so pretty! The keyboard is much easier to use. I think the air is so cute, and actually like the smaller screen. The speaker is louder and better than my older Macbook.
Yes of course you like it because a laptop should be small and thin. Very smart choice indeed. The pro is a waste unless you have a very specific need. Macbook pro ugly...
Solid comparison of the two. These were the two I was deciding between. Ultimately went with the Pro for the longer battery life. Those extra few hours are worth the difference IMO when traveling and not able to plug in
⭐️ 2020 M1 MacBook Pro: geni.us/MW3omC (affiliate) ⭐️ 2020 M1 MacBook Air: geni.us/65QGP (affiliate) What's up everyone?! I hope this comparison of the M1 MacBook Pro and the M1 MacBook Air was helpful. Did I cover what you wanted to know? What else did you want to see or learn about. Would love to know what you think. Are you considering getting one of these? Which are you leaning toward. And if you already have one, how is it working out for you? I am grateful in advance 🙏
Yes, definitely heard a difference in sound between the two. Air has less peaks and lows, smoother sound. Pro has Higher peaks, it is louder and crisper in sound.
I got to build my old bosses M1 MacBook Pro and we got the 512gb SSD w/ 16gb ram. It was so fun ordering then waiting a month for it to ship direct from China lol. I setup with him and played with it. Absolutely addictive, I’d use it 24/7 if I had one and the battery seemed pretty fuckin tits.
I just picked up my first mac laptop. I used best buys leasing payment option and you can also use Klarna if you really wanna get your hands on these laptops 😉
I have the air, was considering returning for the pro. For me, after watching this in-depth comparison I’ll stick with the air. Thanks for putting this together and saving me a few greenbacks!
Thank you so much for this! No frills, straight to the point. I'm a medical student and I was in need of a laptop upgrade, and my default choice was the pro before the new M1 chips came out. I thought long and hard about what I would mainly use my laptop for, and aside from zoom conferences, making presentations, and typing up some papers, there's honestly not much else I would do on it. I have an iPad for most of my reading and note taking, and watching your video honestly saved me a lot of cash. Made my purchase two weeks ago, and I'm extremely happy with it so far!
@@carlyglh Hello, I opted to purchase the air! It's worked perfectly well for me, 4 months since I made this comment haha. I've used it for online exams, lectures, typing up some papers and making presentations, and once edited a video on final cut (it was fine too).
Thank you. I’m going to need to replace my Pro from 2014 soon and this is good to know. I’ve also been considering ditching the laptop and getting an iPad, but with accessories in the end it’s like the same price. I do appreciate their educator discounts though
This is a great video! For my first Mac I bought the Mac Book Pro it’s overkill for what I use it for but if I’m going to spend $1000+ might as well get what I want.
I always look for this channel when in need for tech review. I started living by that same motto "buy it nice or buy it twice," there's a lot of logic behind that line. 1000% worth the subscription.
I’m a graphic designer and got the 2020 Macbook Pro from work and bought the Air for personal use. I don’t think the Pro is much better and I’m glad I didn’t spent extra on it
You can buy just a separate larger monitor with an HDMI cable and basically have the two screens. I’m looking into doing that myself actually. I need a new computer for video editing. I have an old MacBook with Final Cut Pro but it’s giving me a difficult time with rendering times. I also have an older HP desktop with Adobe Premiere on it but I don’t know how to use that editing software nearly as well as Final Cut.
When I was planning to buy a Samsung Tab before, I used to be here in your channel. You helped me decide to get the Tab S8. And now, I am planning to get a MacBook, I am here again. I just love the idea of you being part of my journey, I work online so having these gadgets are helpful.
The only reason I'd buy the Pro, would be because of the Touch Bar, but then again, I prefer knowing where the buttons are at all times. Which is the reason why I picked up the Air M1, as my first MacBook ever 😜 Great video!
Ace! I got my M1 MBP with 16GB and 1TB about a month ago as I like to edit videos, but it was also the only device that was available for me to collect immediately, whereas if I'd ordered the Air it would likely only have just arrived. I love the Touch Bar, you can hold the Fn key and it'll display all the traditional function actions, plus the in-app utilities are amazing. That being said, I'd have chosen the Air if both were available at the same time.
@@AlexTunstall That's fair and very understandable, I definitely get where you are coming from. 😃 Who knows, maybe next year I'll grab an M2 Pro or something like that haha 😅
Got my Macbook Pro M1 512gb Yestrday. Gotta tell no air or windows comes even close. Btw got it coz air 512 was out of stock.😘. Parents had a heart attack after paying👍
Great comparison - I bought both, used at reduced prices, but in great shape. I like the fantastic portability of the Air for everyday use. The Pro is set up as a desktop workstation, usually attached to a 27" 4k monitor that the wife more for her hobby and crafting work. Both are great machines.
I can hear a difference between the pro and air mic's, there is more dynamic clarity on the Pro... but I'm also an audio professional, so I doubt the average consumer would notice or care.
This is the first video of yours I’ve seen. I’m very old lady at technology and am looking to buy my first MacBook. This video was very helpful answer questions i had and a lot i wouldn’t think to ask.
Main reason i'm not getting the Pro is because the Air is lighter, has a wedge keyboard, and actual function keys. There's literally almost no difference in performance and the only real difference is that the pro doesn't power down after overheating but overheating is so rare it barely matters
Sounds like it's more efficient to get the Mac Air with the 16 RAM. It seems like Apple may have made a consumer error by making these two systems too similar to each other, while not giving them enough unique features.
its pretty much the same anyway... only better clock speed. I prefer Intel Macs' where there WAS a buying decision to make.. Now, its impossible to choose.
I don’t really comment on UA-cam videos I watch but this time, I feel the need to. This video is very informative and it helped me firm my decision to go for air. Much thanks and keep up the great work! =)
I bought the MBA and absolutely love it. I went with the 8 core GPU and the 1TB SSD and it's handled everything I could throw at it. Sure it cost more than the base model, but I would have upgraded the MBPro similarly, so still saved money. No regrets at all.
Just want to share.. Just got my Macbook Pro m1 8gb 512ssd yesterday.. I have no regrets! It’s super comfy with Software Engineering stuff! Also if you’re just browsing, youtube, other social media and with some office work, It’s super smooth! ❤️❤️❤️
Apples to Apples def got me, not just the joke but the pause lol.... The pro speakers do sound better but they would be great. Thumbs up here and you kept me engaged the entire video.
Yeah, too bad most people still upgrade regardless of “future proofing”. We humans are “next thing” driven. Everyone wants the newest phone, car, computer, ect. Doesn’t matter if they have a fully specced machine.
First time MacBook user. I did originally look at the Air because I knew for what I was using it for, the Air would be fine, and it was cheaper. As it turns out, I ended up getting a refurbished Pro 512gb for cheaper and I love it. The Touch Bar comes in handy once in a while but I don't rely on it much, like I knew I wouldn't which is why I originally was going for the Air. I don't know if the two hour battery difference between the two would have been that noticeable though
I still have a MBP 2010 and today when I needed it to touch up some images, it started acting up and then it froze. So I’m watching this video at the right time. 🙏🏻
I have the Air (Not the M1 the 2019) and i just upgraded last weekend and bought the MacBook Pro M1 512 GB and i love it. Here you can see really a lot of differents. Also the battery life is amazing!
@@luismichaels7880 I love the performance and the amazing battery life. Also the touch bar. Till now I am very happy with my purchase and I can highly recommend it.
I'm watching your videos not only for the Apple gadgets, but the way that you speak is easily understanding and it's help me to learn english. I'm from Brazil and I'd discovery your videos not so long ago. Thanks for the content and keep doing your great job =]
The exact review comparison I needed. As a video editor and designer I was convinced that I needed the pro. Now I ready to purchase, and with this review the differences I wanted to know of are quite negligible. The wrist comfort is important to me and although I am in a tropical 🏝 climate, AC will help. Now I can get the Air in Rose Gold to coincide with my company colours. You have a like and a new subscriber 😉
I love my MacBook Pro M1! I don't regret upgrading to it from my 2015 MacBook Pro. I used it for interior design, and my real state sale business. The colors are incredible! My clients love my presentations! The battery is ridiculous! I needed this upgrade so much!
i just went for the basic Air for my daughter who is an incoming freshman, design major. Your video was helpful and justified my decision to go for the Air.
I took a mbp with 16gigs of ram and 512gb of storage. I’m 95% a photographer user and the reason why i chose the mbp with extra ram it is .only because i’m not a kind of person that run to buy always the latest newest product on the market.. 16gig of ram and i’m good to go for at least 3 to 4 years with this machine. Cheers from Roma, Italy
Dang I really need a new MacBook, my MacBook early 2015 is so slow and it heats up so much despite it doing minimum work. Like damn why you got an attitude when there’s only two tabs open.
Yeah, I got the same machine, plus the battery needs service. Might upgrade cause, in addition, with the new MacOS coming out, early 2015 is the oldest you can go on the pro, so this might be the last year of updates for it
if it makes you feel better, my 2017 does the same thing lol. I think my MacBook has asthma because I swear I open three tabs on safari and it taps out lol. Fan's way too loud and it gets HOT.
I was using my 2013 pro until beginning of this year when I got the 2020 air. I realized I really needed to upgrade when I couldn’t have a Zoom virtual background and my airpods wouldn’t sync to it
I wanted the pro, but its so hard to justify the price difference happily loving the new m1 MacBook Air. I just wonder if the base version will hold the wire for years to come.
Thank you for confirming I made the right decision to buy the larger SSD Macbook Air. I dont need the fan, or the touch bar, of edit video. Yes I edit photos, and I have the 8 core GPU, as per the larger SSD Air. So its closer to the pro. I love it, and it will do me for the next five to six years - provided the SSD lasts that long.
Hey, I noticed you do photo editing as well. So, does the macbook air do well with photoshop and lightroom? These are the only two things I need it to work well with for me to be able to make a decision.
@@johanduvernay4533 I use Luminar, and GIMP without issues on my M1 MacBook Air without it even slowing down. The reason I dont use Lightroom, or Photoshop is owing to the subscription model - I dropped out of using Lightroom when my Mac updated and obsoleted it. However I use a Nikon Df and Leica X typ 113 (both 16MP files), Which do not produce big files for digital camera's - so they may not be an issue with my MacBook Air. If you use camera's that produce large files, perhaps just buy the model with the memory upgraded to 16GB - one of my Leica Q2, (47MP files) owning friends did this, and use the Adobe set up - he reports no issues and produces some fine images. I hope this helps, and I am happy to answer other M1 related questions - I love mine, wouldnt be without it - performs well, battery life is stunning, and does what I need without difficulty.
Buy it nice or buy it twice! reminded me of what my grandma used to say! I trust you! I’m new to your channel and brand new subscriber and love the fact that you speak “normal” and not super fast 😂 and can actually understand the “techie “ lingo. Thanks 😊
Got a good deal for Pro from Costco. $150 off for the 8gb 512gb which brought it down to just $100 more than the same config as the Air. So I went with the Pro for better charger.. better battery.. better screen brightness
Very slight noticeable difference in microphone output/feedback. The MacBook Air had a slight distant-like feedback where as the MacBook Pro was slightly more clear & present. I currently own an older MacBook Pro model and will be in the market for my next laptop investment. Thank you for your time and sharing valuable information for the traditional consumer.
Great information, thank you. I have been torn between the 2. Going with air, I don't edit anything and just use google chrome and outlook for work. One of the best video comparisons I have seen so far.
I bought the pro because I’m a programmer and I need performance over a big period of time. Also the Touch Bar makes it more user friendly and I need that. I would have loved to be able to connect two monitors and be a 14”... but at least it’s easy to carry.
@@timeyinsholaye9169 Apple ALWAYS plays the long term game. 2020 was a transition year, so it made sense for them to put the same chip in both the Air and the Pro. Again, this year was just about making a statement. It was just about getting the M1 chip out there. As the transition to Apple Silicon continues, there will be a much clearer distinction between the Air and the Pro
Well i personally think, looking for an ios developement task where I have to deal with xCode, i think paying a bit more but getting an effeceint results is what any programmer would look for.
Got the air, with 16 gigs and 8 x8 cores. Haven’t thermal throttled once doing 4k video in final cut, or anything else. When the next series of chips come, that might change ...but this is perfect for now.
Thank you so much for this video:-) I work at Best Buy and this is going to help me explaining the the differences to customers thanks again so much I also subscribed take care and thanks again knowledge is power
I hear where the Air folks are coming from, but if you’re doing a ton of tasks at once (especially gaming, too), the Pro is still a much better option. This is mainly due to the heat/throttling factor after a while. Heat will destroy electronics. Also, if you do a lot of work outside, the Pro’s display is a lot brighter. Which is a significant thing for me, because it’s hard to see. And the speakers are much better on the Pro (for music lovers). So while I understand the Air is just fine for a ton of folks, these are significant things to a lot of people like me.
@@destinationbushcraft1833 It’s not even so much the benchmarks but the heat factor. After a while, both machines heat up a lot. One can efficiently and quickly cool it down, the other cannot. Benchmarks go down quite a lot on the Air, and there’s a very noticeable difference once the machines get hot. Heat also wears electronic components out very quickly. A lot of these Air machines are gonna have a lot of problems after a few years because they can’t efficiently cool down.
The gold was the selling point for me when buying my Air. Mostly because I wanted it to match my 12 Pro Max. Unfortunately its more of a "rose gold"/"copper" like tone but im not that mad bc it still looks super good
That was a great review. It seemed sincere and lacked the fan-boy excitement the other videos can have. Would have been nice to know your thoughts on the 8 gig ram and whether it’s worth upgrading.
WOW! VS : J'ai été capable de t'écouter de A à Z sans voir les 13:23 mon" Mac " et ta description superbe d'un ton de voie très calme en prenant un "air" de "pro" . Lâche pas Mac ta "pomme" et Merci, beaucoup! Robert Dit Le Bob WOW! VS: I was able to listen to you from A to Z without seeing the 13:23 my "Mac" and your superb description in a very calm voice, taking on an "air" of "pro". Don't let go of your "apple" Mac and thank you very much!! Robert Dit Le Bob
You make great content. Keep it up! Also, I really like the wallpapers on you laptops. Is there some place where you can download them and/or other wallpapers like them? Thanks!
Only substantial difference that I noticed when I was trying to decide which one to buy, before I eventually decided on getting the MacBook Pro, is that the Air has inferior options for hardware upgrades - and for me, that matters.
@@Bambotb Not in the sense that you can upgrade it after purchasing it, but you do have several options for upgrades over the base model when you decide what to buy.
I got the pro because: * Australia is hot as hell * I use it for high demand apps * Don't want to deal with throttling Both the Air and the Pro can run the same high demand apps, but only one of them maintains performance under load after 5 mins 😉
I just got the air and listening to this I feel I made the right choice. Only thing I do notice is the speakers do not get that loud. I would need to use ear buds . It’s very different than my HP laptop, the screen is much smaller, but I’m liking it so far
It was a very tough decision for me to make due to those similarities. It came down to pretty much looks and which one I found more appealing. The prices are pretty good on Amazon right now and especially the Pro price has gone down way more than that of the Air. That means that the difference between them was a mere €200 on average with the Pro being 19% off its original price. I ended up getting the Pro for its Touch Bar because I really love that feature. Other than that I would've probably gotten the Air for its wedge shape and gold color option (yes, I'm a fan of this more rose gold like finish). Okay, maybe the slightly bigger track pad and twice as powerful charging brick convinced me of the Pro, too. Also they say the speakers are supposedly a little better on the Pro which I don't know as I didn't have the chance to compare. I'm happy with my decision even though I don't think I would have regretted getting the Air, either.
I’m looking to buy my first MacBook ever and I’m not going to use it ALL the time. The thing I’m worried about most is the fan. Is the MacBook Air in the long term going to fall short? Because I’m gonna keep the MacBook for A LOT of years
Just upgraded from an early 2016 12 inch MacBook Air dual core intel processor to a new 2020 16 gig, 1 TB MacBook Air in Gold! Excited to pick up this beauty tomorrow at the Apple Store! So psyched! Much needed upgrade for grad school! 😀👍🏾👏🏾💃🏾👩🏾💻💻🛍🎁💯
Glad I found your channel. This comparison was very helpful as I am about to decide between the Pro and the Air. My main function is photography, specifically Photoshop and Light Room. This is the first time I have felt the Air as a viable consideration and you comparison has helped me come close to my decision...
I can definitely hear the difference between the two microphones but I prefer the Air. Thank you for this awesome review, it helped me solidify my decision.
I got the Air. I prefer the physical function keys, totally fanless, and more comfortable wedge design. I think it is better in every way - apart from the additional battery life of the pro.
That's dumb.
@@DB-sd3cw Care to explain why my preference is dumb?
@@TheIndulgers for 300 dollar cheaper.. its not dumb, good choices sir.. i have macbook air m1 too.. im from a thinkpad t460 user.. not a good windows laptop(iknow) but the battery life is good, and the macbook air is even more amazing.. for 999 dollar only
I’ve been looking for the rumored AS macbooks coming this summer, but then I searched for used intel Macs baseline MBP 16” from October for 1000 euros is too cheap to dismiss!
Super appreciate you sharing your perspective!
This guy’s videos are amazing no effort trying to be funny or foolish. Straight forward no BS videos and that’s why I subscribed.
Appreciate the feedback Thomas 🙏🏻. Thank you for being part of the channel!
THIS is the review I was searching for. Thank you!
Thanks for your review! I went from a 7 year old MacBook Pro 15 and bought the base M1 Mackbook Air hoping I would like the smaller screen and leaving the MacBook Pro. After watching the video, the Air 13" seemed like it had the specs for what I needed. Immediately after unboxing the M1 Air, I knew I wasn't going back to a larger and heavier MacBook Pro. The gold is a rose gold and so pretty! The keyboard is much easier to use. I think the air is so cute, and actually like the smaller screen. The speaker is louder and better than my older Macbook.
I'm so glad the video was helpful and that you love your new gear. CONGRATS!!! Thanks for being part of the channel!
isn't the screen the same size?
Yes of course you like it because a laptop should be small and thin. Very smart choice indeed. The pro is a waste unless you have a very specific need. Macbook pro ugly...
@@duhme3 I have the pro and it's a beautiful machine. Other than the touchbar, it isn't any different from the air in looks.
@@lillapecsi8684 Its heavier yes?
Solid comparison of the two. These were the two I was deciding between. Ultimately went with the Pro for the longer battery life. Those extra few hours are worth the difference IMO when traveling and not able to plug in
⭐️ 2020 M1 MacBook Pro: geni.us/MW3omC (affiliate)
⭐️ 2020 M1 MacBook Air: geni.us/65QGP (affiliate)
What's up everyone?! I hope this comparison of the M1 MacBook Pro and the M1 MacBook Air was helpful. Did I cover what you wanted to know? What else did you want to see or learn about.
Would love to know what you think. Are you considering getting one of these? Which are you leaning toward. And if you already have one, how is it working out for you? I am grateful in advance 🙏
This was the only video I was looking for, thanks a lot man.
You explain stuff without any bs.
God Bless.
So glad it was helpful!
Yes, definitely heard a difference in sound between the two. Air has less peaks and lows, smoother sound. Pro has Higher peaks, it is louder and crisper in sound.
Appreciate the input!
I agree, it did sound different. Minor, but noticeable
Don't own any of them (no budget) but I love watching Tech reviews atlist a heads up for the pros and cons. Thank you!!!
I am also brother!
I got to build my old bosses M1 MacBook Pro and we got the 512gb SSD w/ 16gb ram. It was so fun ordering then waiting a month for it to ship direct from China lol. I setup with him and played with it. Absolutely addictive, I’d use it 24/7 if I had one and the battery seemed pretty fuckin tits.
I just picked up my first mac laptop. I used best buys leasing payment option and you can also use Klarna if you really wanna get your hands on these laptops 😉
I have the air, was considering returning for the pro. For me, after watching this in-depth comparison I’ll stick with the air. Thanks for putting this together and saving me a few greenbacks!
it's good to be fan-less :) ..um
Thank you so much for this! No frills, straight to the point. I'm a medical student and I was in need of a laptop upgrade, and my default choice was the pro before the new M1 chips came out. I thought long and hard about what I would mainly use my laptop for, and aside from zoom conferences, making presentations, and typing up some papers, there's honestly not much else I would do on it. I have an iPad for most of my reading and note taking, and watching your video honestly saved me a lot of cash. Made my purchase two weeks ago, and I'm extremely happy with it so far!
which one did you choose ?
@@carlyglh Hello, I opted to purchase the air! It's worked perfectly well for me, 4 months since I made this comment haha. I've used it for online exams, lectures, typing up some papers and making presentations, and once edited a video on final cut (it was fine too).
Yeah the one w the ladeeee is annoying
Thank you. I’m going to need to replace my Pro from 2014 soon and this is good to know. I’ve also been considering ditching the laptop and getting an iPad, but with accessories in the end it’s like the same price. I do appreciate their educator discounts though
Hello @Jenna, I am in need of a MacBook to replace my system currently. I will like to buy your MacBook pro 2014 if you don't mind.
This is a great video! For my first Mac I bought the Mac Book Pro it’s overkill for what I use it for but if I’m going to spend $1000+ might as well get what I want.
I always look for this channel when in need for tech review. I started living by that same motto "buy it nice or buy it twice," there's a lot of logic behind that line. 1000% worth the subscription.
Thank you so much for the kind words. Glad the videos have been useful. I appreciate you.
I’m a graphic designer and got the 2020 Macbook Pro from work and bought the Air for personal use. I don’t think the Pro is much better and I’m glad I didn’t spent extra on it
An easy mod of adding a thermal pad between the M1 chip and the bottom cover virtually eliminates performance differences between Air and Pro.
I just want them to come out with a 15 or 16” MacBook Air!!! I need the bigger screen but don’t need the pro specs
You can buy just a separate larger monitor with an HDMI cable and basically have the two screens. I’m looking into doing that myself actually. I need a new computer for video editing. I have an old MacBook with Final Cut Pro but it’s giving me a difficult time with rendering times. I also have an older HP desktop with Adobe Premiere on it but I don’t know how to use that editing software nearly as well as Final Cut.
When I was planning to buy a Samsung Tab before, I used to be here in your channel. You helped me decide to get the Tab S8. And now, I am planning to get a MacBook, I am here again. I just love the idea of you being part of my journey, I work online so having these gadgets are helpful.
The only reason I'd buy the Pro, would be because of the Touch Bar, but then again, I prefer knowing where the buttons are at all times. Which is the reason why I picked up the Air M1, as my first MacBook ever 😜 Great video!
Ace! I got my M1 MBP with 16GB and 1TB about a month ago as I like to edit videos, but it was also the only device that was available for me to collect immediately, whereas if I'd ordered the Air it would likely only have just arrived. I love the Touch Bar, you can hold the Fn key and it'll display all the traditional function actions, plus the in-app utilities are amazing. That being said, I'd have chosen the Air if both were available at the same time.
@@AlexTunstall That's fair and very understandable, I definitely get where you are coming from. 😃 Who knows, maybe next year I'll grab an M2 Pro or something like that haha 😅
Got my Macbook Pro M1 512gb Yestrday. Gotta tell no air or windows comes even close. Btw got it coz air 512 was out of stock.😘. Parents had a heart attack after paying👍
@@kanishkmehra2009should have waited for M2 pro14 inches launching in June...
@@ThePC3D price will be around 1700$ for the new MacBook Pro 14. It’s a lot of money...
Great comparison - I bought both, used at reduced prices, but in great shape. I like the fantastic portability of the Air for everyday use. The Pro is set up as a desktop workstation, usually attached to a 27" 4k monitor that the wife more for her hobby and crafting work. Both are great machines.
I can hear a difference between the pro and air mic's, there is more dynamic clarity on the Pro... but I'm also an audio professional, so I doubt the average consumer would notice or care.
I noticed! 🙋🏻♀️
This is the first video of yours I’ve seen. I’m very old lady at technology and am looking to buy my first MacBook. This video was very helpful answer questions i had and a lot i wouldn’t think to ask.
So glad it was helpful. Thank you for being part of the channel!
Main reason i'm not getting the Pro is because the Air is lighter, has a wedge keyboard, and actual function keys. There's literally almost no difference in performance and the only real difference is that the pro doesn't power down after overheating but overheating is so rare it barely matters
That’s well thought out. Appreciate you sharing this with the community.
I went for the pro. Better cooling, longer battery life, Touch Bar is a nice touch and I grabbed it on sale for almost the same price as the air.
in the same situation rn trying to get a macbook for college, how’s the pro holding up?
Yeah I have the pro to!
Sounds like it's more efficient to get the Mac Air with the 16 RAM. It seems like Apple may have made a consumer error by making these two systems too similar to each other, while not giving them enough unique features.
its pretty much the same anyway... only better clock speed. I prefer Intel Macs' where there WAS a buying decision to make..
Now, its impossible to choose.
I got the Pro because when i wanna get the air they had only gold left.
Loving the Pro so far. Especially the touchbar.
CONGRATS!! It’s an excellent device. Thank you for being part of the channel!
I got the Air just because it was Gold...LOL
I don’t really comment on UA-cam videos I watch but this time, I feel the need to. This video is very informative and it helped me firm my decision to go for air. Much thanks and keep up the great work! =)
I bought the MBA and absolutely love it. I went with the 8 core GPU and the 1TB SSD and it's handled everything I could throw at it. Sure it cost more than the base model, but I would have upgraded the MBPro similarly, so still saved money. No regrets at all.
The "non upgradable" always lives on as a factor.
I was planning to get the pro~ Well God sent me this video
So glad it was helpful. Thanks for being part of the channel Isabel!
Haha same!
Honestly i bought the pro only for the extra battery life. I use it to code and im unplugged most of the time.
@Anthony Essaye What did you get 8gb or 16gb of ram?
Just want to share.. Just got my Macbook Pro m1 8gb 512ssd yesterday.. I have no regrets! It’s super comfy with Software Engineering stuff! Also if you’re just browsing, youtube, other social media and with some office work, It’s super smooth! ❤️❤️❤️
Apples to Apples def got me, not just the joke but the pause lol.... The pro speakers do sound better but they would be great. Thumbs up here and you kept me engaged the entire video.
I think the 16 GB of ram is probably the best upgrade you can get. Future proofing your devices.
I agree.
I think the 16 GB model will bring a better resale price.
Yeah, too bad most people still upgrade regardless of “future proofing”. We humans are “next thing” driven. Everyone wants the newest phone, car, computer, ect. Doesn’t matter if they have a fully specced machine.
No need bcus people should wait for M1X
@@syarifairlangga4608 yeah then the MX something else will come out. Tech moves at a very fast pace.
First time MacBook user. I did originally look at the Air because I knew for what I was using it for, the Air would be fine, and it was cheaper. As it turns out, I ended up getting a refurbished Pro 512gb for cheaper and I love it. The Touch Bar comes in handy once in a while but I don't rely on it much, like I knew I wouldn't which is why I originally was going for the Air. I don't know if the two hour battery difference between the two would have been that noticeable though
Finally, an honest tech reviewer, everyone just tries to downplay the results of the MacBook Pro. This guy, however, had the best conclusion.
Glad this video was helpful. Thank you for being part of the channel!
I still have a MBP 2010 and today when I needed it to touch up some images, it started acting up and then it froze. So I’m watching this video at the right time. 🙏🏻
Let’s hope my MacBook Pro 2020 will still be with me in 2030 :)
I got the macbook air, what a fantastic machine.
16 gb of ram and i have not got close to utilizing it all
It's a beast right! Thanks for being part of the channel!
That was a great comparison. Thanks for informing my decision.
I'm so glad I could help! Hope you enjoy your new laptop!
I already got the pro but i love your reviews, so calm and straight to the point!
Living in a tropical country, I think that the fan is definetely something to take into consideration.
So do you think having one with a fan is better If you live in a tropical climate?
I’m not sure, but I guess it’d be. It gets pretty warm here, so I got the pro model
I have the Air (Not the M1 the 2019) and i just upgraded last weekend and bought the MacBook Pro M1 512 GB and i love it. Here you can see really a lot of differents. Also the battery life is amazing!
Agreed. CONGRATS!!!
What else do you enjoy about the MacBook Pro? Just picked one up with 16gb of ram and 1 tb of storage. Would love a update on your end!
@@luismichaels7880 I love the performance and the amazing battery life. Also the touch bar. Till now I am very happy with my purchase and I can highly recommend it.
I'm watching your videos not only for the Apple gadgets, but the way that you speak is easily understanding and it's help me to learn english.
I'm from Brazil and I'd discovery your videos not so long ago.
Thanks for the content and keep doing your great job =]
The exact review comparison I needed. As a video editor and designer I was convinced that I needed the pro. Now I ready to purchase, and with this review the differences I wanted to know of are quite negligible. The wrist comfort is important to me and although I am in a tropical 🏝 climate, AC will help. Now I can get the Air in Rose Gold to coincide with my company colours.
You have a like and a new subscriber 😉
Hi! I'm a video editor and designer too. Did you buy the Air? Please let me know how it's going so far. I need to change my macbook soon
I love my MacBook Pro M1! I don't regret upgrading to it from my 2015 MacBook Pro. I used it for interior design, and my real state sale business. The colors are incredible! My clients love my presentations! The battery is ridiculous! I needed this upgrade so much!
Great video, I just bought the MacBook Pro but I think I’m returning it for the MacBook Air. Only software I really use is final cut in
i just went for the basic Air for my daughter who is an incoming freshman, design major. Your video was helpful and justified my decision to go for the Air.
you are the new JimsReviewRoom. you are the best really.
Oh wow, thanks so much 🙏 - appreciate you!
exactly I agree! I miss him tho
I took a mbp with 16gigs of ram and 512gb of storage. I’m 95% a photographer user and the reason why i chose the mbp with extra ram it is .only because i’m not a kind of person that run to buy always the latest newest product on the market.. 16gig of ram and i’m good to go for at least 3 to 4 years with this machine. Cheers from Roma, Italy
Dang I really need a new MacBook, my MacBook early 2015 is so slow and it heats up so much despite it doing minimum work. Like damn why you got an attitude when there’s only two tabs open.
I feel you. Mine is from 2013 🥺
Yeah, I got the same machine, plus the battery needs service. Might upgrade cause, in addition, with the new MacOS coming out, early 2015 is the oldest you can go on the pro, so this might be the last year of updates for it
2011 😢
if it makes you feel better, my 2017 does the same thing lol. I think my MacBook has asthma because I swear I open three tabs on safari and it taps out lol. Fan's way too loud and it gets HOT.
I was using my 2013 pro until beginning of this year when I got the 2020 air. I realized I really needed to upgrade when I couldn’t have a Zoom virtual background and my airpods wouldn’t sync to it
I wanted the pro, but its so hard to justify the price difference happily loving the new m1 MacBook Air. I just wonder if the base version will hold the wire for years to come.
I got the air. As I always do when buying, I decide based on what I use it for 90% of the time.... Easy decision I ever made :)
Thank you for confirming I made the right decision to buy the larger SSD Macbook Air. I dont need the fan, or the touch bar, of edit video. Yes I edit photos, and I have the 8 core GPU, as per the larger SSD Air. So its closer to the pro. I love it, and it will do me for the next five to six years - provided the SSD lasts that long.
Hey, I noticed you do photo editing as well. So, does the macbook air do well with photoshop and lightroom? These are the only two things I need it to work well with for me to be able to make a decision.
@@johanduvernay4533 I use Luminar, and GIMP without issues on my M1 MacBook Air without it even slowing down. The reason I dont use Lightroom, or Photoshop is owing to the subscription model - I dropped out of using Lightroom when my Mac updated and obsoleted it.
However I use a Nikon Df and Leica X typ 113 (both 16MP files), Which do not produce big files for digital camera's - so they may not be an issue with my MacBook Air.
If you use camera's that produce large files, perhaps just buy the model with the memory upgraded to 16GB - one of my Leica Q2, (47MP files) owning friends did this, and use the Adobe set up - he reports no issues and produces some fine images.
I hope this helps, and I am happy to answer other M1 related questions - I love mine, wouldnt be without it - performs well, battery life is stunning, and does what I need without difficulty.
Buy it nice or buy it twice! reminded me of what my grandma used to say! I trust you! I’m new to your channel and brand new subscriber and love the fact that you speak “normal” and not super fast 😂 and can actually understand the “techie “ lingo. Thanks 😊
My Lenovo laptop is on its way out and I’m looking at getting a Mac, thanks for the video! Had definitely helped clear some points up
Glad I could help!Appreciate you being part of the channel!
Excellent presentation. I'd go for the Air but the brighter display on the Pro is the deal breaker for me.
Great video. Would be great to see the M1 16gb variation against 8gb.
This was a very good comparison breakdown. You speak very clearly and explain each point without waffling. Thank you.
Got a good deal for Pro from Costco. $150 off for the 8gb 512gb which brought it down to just $100 more than the same config as the Air. So I went with the Pro for better charger.. better battery.. better screen brightness
Very slight noticeable difference in microphone output/feedback. The MacBook Air had a slight distant-like feedback where as the MacBook Pro was slightly more clear & present. I currently own an older MacBook Pro model and will be in the market for my next laptop investment. Thank you for your time and sharing valuable information for the traditional consumer.
I think your stress test should be playing Sims for an hour 😂 Sims even made my iMac stall.
Lmao the only game that kill every computer/laptop till this day
Have you tried it in this m1 air laptop?
True
Everytime I come to these review videos I look for someone test Sims on it lol. One day.
It makes my MacBook Pro breathe loud af Lmaoo
Great information, thank you. I have been torn between the 2. Going with air, I don't edit anything and just use google chrome and outlook for work. One of the best video comparisons I have seen so far.
I bought the pro because I’m a programmer and I need performance over a big period of time. Also the Touch Bar makes it more user friendly and I need that. I would have loved to be able to connect two monitors and be a 14”... but at least it’s easy to carry.
Fantastic comparison! I've been a MB Pro user for over 15 years and now I'm edging toward the Air. Thanks so much!
So glad it was helpful Tracey. Thank you for being part of the channel!
Most people who have purchased the Air won't admit they main decision was to SAVE 300.00, The Pro is better in most everyway.
@@pcmactek could you explain further? im on the fence about it, i do wanna save 300 bucks but im getting a student discount anyway, thanks
Clearest description so far well done!
So glad it was helpful. Thanks for being part of the channel!
I got the Air with 16gb and 1TB... But was really torn between the 2. Thanks for the clarity!
This wasn't a mistake by Apple. They knew exactly what they were doing. It was about making a statement telling people how obsolete intel is
it is, why buy a pro?
@@timeyinsholaye9169 Apple ALWAYS plays the long term game. 2020 was a transition year, so it made sense for them to put the same chip in both the Air and the Pro. Again, this year was just about making a statement. It was just about getting the M1 chip out there. As the transition to Apple Silicon continues, there will be a much clearer distinction between the Air and the Pro
Well i personally think, looking for an ios developement task where I have to deal with xCode, i think paying a bit more but getting an effeceint results is what any programmer would look for.
@@timeyinsholaye9169 the sustain performance is better with MacBook Pro since it has a fan
AMD Ryzen: 🙄
Got the air, with 16 gigs and 8 x8 cores. Haven’t thermal throttled once doing 4k video in final cut, or anything else. When the next series of chips come, that might change ...but this is perfect for now.
Appreciate you sharing Tony! Congrats on the awesome Air!
Thank you so much for this video:-) I work at Best Buy and this is going to help me explaining the the differences to customers thanks again so much I also subscribed take care and thanks again knowledge is power
Super glad I could help!
Thank you for such a comprehensive comparison. I was on the fence until now!
I hear where the Air folks are coming from, but if you’re doing a ton of tasks at once (especially gaming, too), the Pro is still a much better option. This is mainly due to the heat/throttling factor after a while. Heat will destroy electronics. Also, if you do a lot of work outside, the Pro’s display is a lot brighter. Which is a significant thing for me, because it’s hard to see. And the speakers are much better on the Pro (for music lovers). So while I understand the Air is just fine for a ton of folks, these are significant things to a lot of people like me.
Benchmark test show a 1% - 10% performance increase between air and pro... not worth paying more for the pro.
@@destinationbushcraft1833 It’s not even so much the benchmarks but the heat factor. After a while, both machines heat up a lot. One can efficiently and quickly cool it down, the other cannot.
Benchmarks go down quite a lot on the Air, and there’s a very noticeable difference once the machines get hot. Heat also wears electronic components out very quickly.
A lot of these Air machines are gonna have a lot of problems after a few years because they can’t efficiently cool down.
@@truthteller4442 Honestly, I got Pro for the fan. Longevity (I hope)!
Who tf playing games on mcb?
There were few reasons I bought the M Macbook Pro over the Air was the Touchbar. I love the Touchbar. It's way better than just normal keys.
The gold was the selling point for me when buying my Air. Mostly because I wanted it to
match my 12 Pro Max. Unfortunately its more of a "rose gold"/"copper" like tone but im not that mad bc it still looks super good
Apple says ''rose gold'. . I say 'gold'
Best comparison I have ever watched. You clear all my questions. Thank You.
That was a great review. It seemed sincere and lacked the fan-boy excitement the other videos can have.
Would have been nice to know your thoughts on the 8 gig ram and whether it’s worth upgrading.
WOW! VS : J'ai été capable de t'écouter de A à Z sans voir les 13:23 mon" Mac " et ta description superbe d'un ton de voie très calme en prenant un "air" de "pro" .
Lâche pas Mac ta "pomme" et Merci, beaucoup! Robert Dit Le Bob
WOW! VS: I was able to listen to you from A to Z without seeing the 13:23 my "Mac" and your superb description in a very calm voice, taking on an "air" of "pro".
Don't let go of your "apple" Mac and thank you very much!! Robert Dit Le Bob
I'm so glad the video was helpful! 🙏 Thanks for being part of the channel!
Great video as always - very concise and detailed.... THANK YOU! 🙏🏽 😊
Thank you so much for the feedback and support - APPRECIATE YOU!
This really helped, I’ve never purchased an Apple laptop and wasn’t sure which one to go with, but this helped me decide on the Air, thanks SO MUCH!
Thank you. You're thorough and nice to listen to.
You make great content. Keep it up! Also, I really like the wallpapers on you laptops. Is there some place where you can download them and/or other wallpapers like them? Thanks!
Only substantial difference that I noticed when I was trying to decide which one to buy, before I eventually decided on getting the MacBook Pro, is that the Air has inferior options for hardware upgrades - and for me, that matters.
You can't upgrade anything on macbook
@@Bambotb Not in the sense that you can upgrade it after purchasing it, but you do have several options for upgrades over the base model when you decide what to buy.
Thanks a lot I’m gonna try talking my mom into buying me a laptop but had no clue, think imma go with the air 🙏
The comparison that I've been waiting for. Subscribed 👍
So glad it was what you were looking for. Thanks for being part of the channel!
I’m subbing. Everything I need a comparison or just a tutorial vid wether it be a camera or a laptop or iPad, your vids pop up! Thank you!!!
You're the Ross of tech reviewers!
Great video, BTW.
WE WE’RE ON A BREAK!!! 🤣😂
Thanks for watching.
@@marbker Unagi Is A Total State Of Awareness . 😂
I suggest for the air to get a cooler pad . Yes there are no holes but it will keep it somewhat cool
I got the pro because:
* Australia is hot as hell
* I use it for high demand apps
* Don't want to deal with throttling
Both the Air and the Pro can run the same high demand apps, but only one of them maintains performance under load after 5 mins 😉
Sounds like a very informed purchase. CONGRATS!!
and battery life
Did you upgrade the ram or ssd ?
@@ellyshaker Yep, 16GB RAM 1TB SSD
I just got the air and listening to this I feel I made the right choice. Only thing I do notice is the speakers do not get that loud. I would need to use ear buds . It’s very different than my HP laptop, the screen is much smaller, but I’m liking it so far
It was a very tough decision for me to make due to those similarities. It came down to pretty much looks and which one I found more appealing.
The prices are pretty good on Amazon right now and especially the Pro price has gone down way more than that of the Air. That means that the difference between them was a mere €200 on average with the Pro being 19% off its original price.
I ended up getting the Pro for its Touch Bar because I really love that feature. Other than that I would've probably gotten the Air for its wedge shape and gold color option (yes, I'm a fan of this more rose gold like finish).
Okay, maybe the slightly bigger track pad and twice as powerful charging brick convinced me of the Pro, too.
Also they say the speakers are supposedly a little better on the Pro which I don't know as I didn't have the chance to compare.
I'm happy with my decision even though I don't think I would have regretted getting the Air, either.
Finally the video I’ve been waiting for!! 🙌🏽🙌🏽 thank you so much for this!
I’m looking to buy my first MacBook ever and I’m not going to use it ALL the time. The thing I’m worried about most is the fan. Is the MacBook Air in the long term going to fall short? Because I’m gonna keep the MacBook for A LOT of years
Just get the pro it’s 250 more
Just upgraded from an early 2016 12 inch MacBook Air dual core intel processor to a new 2020 16 gig, 1 TB MacBook Air in Gold! Excited to pick up this beauty tomorrow at the Apple Store! So psyched! Much needed upgrade for grad school! 😀👍🏾👏🏾💃🏾👩🏾💻💻🛍🎁💯
Glad I found your channel. This comparison was very helpful as I am about to decide between the Pro and the Air. My main function is photography, specifically Photoshop and Light Room. This is the first time I have felt the Air as a viable consideration and you comparison has helped me come close to my decision...
Super glad I could help. Thank you for being part of the channel!
Which one did you end up getting?
Which one did you choose?
What did u get ??
very clear explanation and good points. Not like some other reviews that are too complicating/long-winded
Glad it was helpful Eva! Thanks for being part of the channel!
Great video ty😁 I have been saving my pennies for an M1 pro. Still running a mid 2015 air
how is that 2015 air holding up ? are macbooks reliable
Damn bro, I remember when you had less than 3k followers 🎉
Thank your for this video, it’s exactly what I needed 👍
I can definitely hear a difference in the sound, but it's not enough (for me) to justify a higher price tag.
Yes agreed the Pro's mic did sound better.
I can definitely hear the difference between the two microphones but I prefer the Air.
Thank you for this awesome review, it helped me solidify my decision.
The pro speakers have a bit more full sound with a more apparent bass presence. But still not extremely significant
Been doing research to see if I should/which macbook to buy. Probably the best review video I've seen so far, thanks!
So glad it was helpful Ali. Thank you for being part of the channel! 🙏🏻
I do hear a slight difference in the sound of the speakers but I actually like the Macbook Air better.
Heard a difference too, but I liked the Pro, can’t put my finger on why thou 😊
I was wondering which one to buy so thank you for informing me and guide to the better choice
I bought the MacBook Pro and honestly no regrets it feels so nice especially the keyboard.
Very comprehensive review. Pretty much all the info one would need if considering buying one of these.