2022 Apple MacBook Air
This laptop is excellent for anyone who can benefit from macOS and its integrated software services like the Final Cut Pro, Logic Pro X and other creator tools. Most of the software developers prefer macOS over windows for its rich development experience, reliability and very long battery life.
The 2022 MacBook Air is the revolution of the MacBook lineup since its inception. The design has been improved to fit in a better screen, the magsafe was re-introduced and the processor had a good upgrade when compared to its Intel siblings.
Product Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Processor | Apple Silicon M2 |
| Memory | 16GB of RAM |
| Storage | 256GB SSD |
| Graphics | Integrated Graphics |
| Display | 13.6 inch IPS display |
| Battery | 52.6Wh battery |
| Weight | 1.24 Kgs |
| Price | ~₹79,000 INR |
The hardware and internals of Apple are very much different than what we see on the Intel Ultrabooks. Apple uses unified memory that is soldered everything to the motherboard making it more efficient in terms of both power and battery.
FAQs
What are the competitors to Apple M2 chip?
Surprisingly there are three competitors to the Apple M2 chipset, the Intel Core i7-1355U, the AMD Ryzen 7 7840U and the latest Qualcomm Snapdragon X Elite. To keep it short, the Apple M2 is very much optimised with the macOS which is why all the MacBook airs come with a fan-less design. The CPU performance is neck-to-neck for all three where as the Graphics performance is ultimate for the Apple M2 (all three have integrated graphics).
Can it handle games?
The macOS and the Apple Silicon are not made for games. Though it has good graphics performance, still it is not optimised for hardcore gaming which Windows laptops offer. It can handle games from Apple Arcade but the experience is not what people expect it to be.
How good is the battery?
MacBook Air is very famously known for its long lasting battery life which can give more than 12 hours of battery life (highest in the segment for any Ultrabook). It is packed with the 52.6Wh battery which might sound above average but again its integration with the macOS helps it last long.
Who is this laptop for?
This laptop is excellent for anyone who can benefit from macOS and its integrated software services like the Final Cut Pro, Logic Pro X and other creator tools. Most of the software developers prefer macOS over windows for its rich development experience, reliability and very long battery life. It is expensive when compared to its Windows alternatives but a MacBook can easily last 6-8 years.
