Macbook Air VS Macbook Pro

 Introduction

The Macbook Air is a laptop computer that was first released in 2008. It has since been updated several times, with the latest version being released in 2018. The Macbook Pro is another popular Apple laptop model that was first released in 2006 and has also been updated several times since then.

Both the Air and the Pro are available in 13-inch and 15-inch sizes; however, this comparison will focus on their 13-inch models as they're more comparable than their larger counterparts when it comes to price and performance.

Design & Portability

The Macbook Air is the smaller of the two, weighing in at a mere 2.96 pounds. The Macbook Pro weighs 3.02 pounds and is slightly thicker than its counterpart.
The display on both devices is 13 inches, but there are some key differences:

• Resolution: The Macbook Air has a resolution of 1440 x 900 pixels, while the Macbook Pro has a resolution of 2560 x 1600 pixels (Retina display). This means that images will look sharper on your screen if you have a Retina display device than if you don't!

• Battery Life: If battery life matters to you when choosing between these two laptops then keep in mind that although both laptops offer similar battery lives (upwards of 8 hours), they differ significantly when it comes to charging times--the MacBook Pro can charge from 0% - 80% in 2 hours while doing other tasks such as watching videos or browsing; whereas charging times for an Air vary depending on what kind of charger cable/adapter used (USB-C vs MagSafe).

Hardware

The MacBook Air has a 1.6GHz dual-core Intel Core i5 processor, which is faster than the 2.5GHz quad-core Intel Core i7 processor in the Macbook Pro. The RAM is 8GB on both models but you can upgrade it to 16GB for an extra $200 if needed.
The graphics card in the Air is Intel UHD Graphics 617 while it's Radeon Pro 555X in the Pro model. Both have 256GB SSD storage options but if you want more space, there's also a 512GB option for $800 or 1TB for $1,500 (you can also opt out of having an SSD altogether).

Software

The Macbook Air has macOS Sierra, which is the latest version of Apple's operating system. It comes pre-installed with all the apps you need to get started on your computer, including Mail and Safari.
The Macbook Pro comes with macOS High Sierra, which is an older version of Apple's operating system that was released in 2017. This means it has some features not available on the Air: FaceTime Group Calling (up to 32 people), Siri Shortcuts and Automator Actions for creating custom automations for your workflow.

Price

When it comes to price, the MacBook Pro is more expensive than the Air. The base model of the 13-inch Pro starts at $1,499 while you can get a 13-inch Air for $999. However, if you want to upgrade your processor and RAM on an Air, it will cost more than upgrading those components in a Pro.
The only way that a MacBook Air can compete with its larger sibling is by offering better value for money because it has less features but costs less money overall.

Performance

The MacBook Air is the faster of the two, with a 1.8 GHz dual-core Intel Core i5 processor that can be upgraded to a 2.2 GHz quad-core Intel Core i7. The MacBook Pro has a 2.3 GHz quad-core Intel Core i5 processor that's also upgradeable to a 2.6 GHz quad-core Intel Core i7 chip--but only if you buy it from Apple directly (you can't do so through third parties like Amazon or Best Buy).
The graphics card in each machine is different: The MacBook Air uses an integrated Intel HD Graphics 6000 chipset, while the MacBook Pro has an AMD Radeon R9 M370X dedicated GPU with 2GB GDDR5 memory on board and supports up to 4GB GDDR5 total via an external Thunderbolt 3 port (which allows for faster data transfer than USB Type C). If you're planning on playing games on either computer, this could make a big difference in performance; however, neither laptop will be able to handle modern titles at high settings without some serious tweaking--and even then they'll still lag behind desktop PCs with dedicated graphics cards like Nvidia GTX 1060s or AMD RX 580s

Conclusion

In conclusion, the Macbook Air is a great choice for those looking for an affordable laptop with good performance. It has an excellent battery life and it's light enough to carry around with you wherever you go. The Macbook Pro is also a great choice if you want more power and storage capacity, but it's heavier than the Air and costs more money.

Frequently Asked Questions

The Macbook Air is a laptop computer that comes with a 12-inch screen and weighs 2.75 pounds. It has an Intel Core i5 processor, 8GB of RAM and 128GB of storage. The battery life lasts for about 12 hours on a single charge.
The Macbook Pro is also a laptop computer but it has a 13-inch screen, weighs 3 pounds and comes in two different versions: one with an Intel Core i5 processor, 8GB of RAM and 256GB SSD storage; the other with an Intel Core i7 processor, 16GB of RAM and 512GB SSD storage (the latter costs $1,799). Both models have batteries that last about 10 hours on one charge but you can get up to 30% more power if you use them while plugged into an outlet instead of running off their internal batteries alone

Buyer's Guide

• What to consider when buying a Mac*

• Recommended configurations

Alternatives

If you're not looking to spend a lot of money, and you don't need the power of a Macbook Pro, there are other options out there.

• Windows laptops: Windows laptops have been around for years and they're still going strong. They tend to be cheaper than Macs, but they also have more limitations--for example, they can't run certain apps like Final Cut Pro X or Logic Pro X (if that's important to you). If you're looking for something simple and affordable that will get the job done without breaking the bank, then this may be your best bet!

• Chromebooks: If all you need is something lightweight and portable with decent battery life (and maybe even some extra storage space), then Chromebooks might be worth considering as well; however keep in mind that these devices aren't meant primarily for productivity purposes so if this is an important factor then perhaps stick with either option above instead?