Apple MacBook Air 15" M4 vs MacBook Pro M4
Apple MacBook Air 15" M4
Apple
8.8
Must Buy
MacBook Pro M4
Apple
9.1
Outstanding
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
- M4 chip performance leap is the biggest since M1 original
- 24GB base RAM is a massive and overdue upgrade
- Liquid Retina XDR display remains the best laptop screen available
- Battery life exceeds 15 hours for most workflows
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
MacBook Pro M4
The Liquid Retina XDR display delivers stunning HDR content with 1600 nits peak brightness. The new nano-texture option reduces glare while maintaining color accuracy.
- XDR display with 1600 nits HDR peak brightness is stunning for creative work
- Nano-texture option genuinely transforms the laptop experience in bright environments
- ProMotion 120Hz makes everything feel incredibly smooth compared to 60Hz competitors
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