Apple MacBook Air 15" M4 vs Apple MacBook Pro 16" M4 Pro
Apple MacBook Air 15" M4
Apple
8.8
Must Buy
Apple MacBook Pro 16" M4 Pro
Apple
9.2
Must Buy
What Reviewers Agree On
- Bigger screen transforms the Air experience for productivity
- Same excellent M4 performance as 13" model
- Better speakers than 13" thanks to larger chassis
What Reviewers Agree On
- Desktop-class performance in a portable form factor
- Mini-LED display is among the best laptop screens ever
- 24-hour battery life is unprecedented for this performance class
- Best laptop for video editing and creative work
Detailed Comparison
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Apple MacBook Air 15" M4
The 15.3" screen is a productivity game-changer.
- 15.3" Liquid Retina display is gorgeous for multitasking — side-by-side windows actually work
- Six-speaker sound system is significantly better than the 13" model
Apple MacBook Pro 16" M4 Pro
Stunning mini-LED with ProMotion.
- Mini-LED display with 1,600 nits peak HDR brightness — stunning for color-critical work
- ProMotion 120Hz makes everything feel buttery smooth
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