MacBook Air 13 Inch M2 vs MacBook Air 13 Inch M5
Verdict: The MacBook Air 13 Inch M5 is the better choice for those who need the latest features and high performance, with a significant boost in processing power and improved battery life. However, for general productivity and browsing, the MacBook Air 13 Inch M2 may still be a viable option for those on a budget. According to CNET, the M5 has a 20% faster CPU and 30% faster GPU compared to the M2.
MacBook Air 13 Inch M2 lists at $1,099 while MacBook Air 13 Inch M5 lists at $950 — MacBook Air 13 Inch M5 undercuts MacBook Air 13 Inch M2 by $149 (16%).
Winner: MacBook Air 13 Inch M5
MacBook Air 13 Inch M2: 5.5/10
MacBook Air 13 Inch M5: 8.5/10
Spec-by-spec comparison
| MacBook Air 13 Inch M2 | MacBook Air 13 Inch M5 | |
|---|---|---|
| CPU | M2 | M5 |
| RAM | 8GB/16GB/24GB | 8GB/16GB/32GB |
| Storage | 256GB/512GB/1TB/2TB SSD | 256GB/512GB/1TB/2TB/4TB SSD |
| Display | 13.6-inch Liquid Retina | 13.6-inch Liquid Retina display |
| GPU | Integrated 8-core GPU | Integrated 10-core GPU |
MacBook Air 13 Inch M2
What works
- Long battery life, up to 18 hours
What doesn't
- Limited ports and no SD card slot
MacBook Air 13 Inch M5
What works
- Latest generation with improved performance
- Long battery life, up to 20 hours
What doesn't
- Higher price point compared to M2
- Limited ports and no SD card slot
Bottom line
Our pick: MacBook Air 13 Inch M5.
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