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MacBook Pro VS Air (alien.top)

submitted 11 months ago by questionsfordays22@alien.top to c/apple@hardware.watch

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Debating on these two laptops… thoughts/opinions??

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[–] mlouka@alien.top 1 points 11 months ago (1 children)

No brainer in any case I feel to pick the pro. $150 over the lifespan of the computer for:

Much better processor
Ability for 2 external displays
Nearly the same weight
120hz vs 60 - no going back
HDMI port, good for travel in hotels if no airplay, or even at home in general
Additional usb c port
Keyboard is nice (on both)

For productivity reasons if you ever try 2 actual external displays (like 2 4Ks or 1440s) instead of one, it’s a world of difference. I recently had to return my 2nd external display and have been using my mbp as a 2nd display (16”), and it’s been a rough ride. It helps but nothing like the productivity of 2 actual external displays.

[–] robertpetry@alien.top 1 points 11 months ago (1 children)

"No brainer" - Why?

Much better processor - Use case says there would be no difference in real life performance at all
Ability for 2 external displays - Most non-professionals do not use 2 external monitors. If they will, then yes, this is a good reason
Nearly the same weight - but not nearly the same size. Air 15 has over an inch larger screen. The 14 is closer in size to the Air 13.6. In person it is a big difference.
120hz vs 60 - no going back - Really? on a laptop I didn't see much difference side by side. Maybe for gaming or sports watching, but 60 is good enough for most uses.
HDMI port, good for travel in hotels if no airplay, or even at home in general - Agreed but a small adapter fits in any pocket on you case or sleeve. is that worth the extra weight and thickness?
Additional usb c port - Same as above
Keyboard is nice (on both) - That is personal preference. On the 14 the keystrokes needed felt longer and the heavier to me. I liked the lighter feeling on the Air.

Depending upon use case and personal preferences, I think the decision could go either way. That is not a "no brainer." IMHO.

[–] mlouka@alien.top 1 points 11 months ago

After no brainer I did follow that with how “I feel”. Personal preference trumps all if you know what you want, no problem with that. OP asked tor opinions.

I’ve had a 13in, 15, 17, and now 16. Definitely agree that I’d prefer 15 over 14, but not to lose being able to connect 2 externals over without having to get additional accessories. 2 externals also need more power to run well.

It’s also why I didn’t reply to your original comment because I’m not here trying to convince you that you made a wrong choice with getting the MacBook Air. You sound like you know what you want and what you wanted was the best choice for you, so who am I to advise you.

But while we’re on the topic, it only weights .2 lbs more lol, and nominally thicker