The MacBook Pro's entry-level version features an Apple M4 chip with a 10-core CPU and a 10-core GPU. Aside from the entry-level 13-inch model, which has an 8-core GPU, every new MacBook Air is equipped with the same silicon as the Pro.

Then there’s speed. Regardless of which test you look at, the MacBook Pro is generally faster than the Air laptops, and its active cooling system allows it to sustain peak performance for more extended periods without thermal throttling. In contrast, the fanless MacBook Air may see performance dips during prolonged intensive tasks.

Apple’s MacBook Air lineup has always stood as a benchmark for ultra-thin, ultra-portable laptops. With the introduction of the new 13-inch MacBook Air M4 in 2025, Apple doubles down on its winning formula,