MacBook Pro 14 M4: 9 of 13 decision facts sourced.
MacBook Air 15 M2: 11 of 13 decision facts sourced.
| MacBook Pro 14 M4 | MacBook Air 15 M2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price today | Price not yet checked | Price not yet checked |
| Processor | Apple M4 bestbuy.com | Apple M2 bestbuy.com |
| Memory | 16 gigabytes bestbuy.com | 8 gigabytes bestbuy.com |
| Storage | 512 gigabytes bestbuy.com | 512 gigabytes bestbuy.com |
| Screen size | 14 inches bestbuy.com | 15 inches bestbuy.com |
| Resolution | 3024 x 1964 bestbuy.com | 2880 x 1864 (Retina) bestbuy.com |
| Brightness | Not yet sourced | 500 nits bestbuy.com |
| Battery life | Not yet sourced | 18 hours bestbuy.com |
| Weight | 3.42 pounds bestbuy.com | 3.3 pounds bestbuy.com |
| Ports | 3 bestbuy.com | 2 bestbuy.com |
| Graphics | Apple M4 10-core bestbuy.com | Apple M2 10-core bestbuy.com |
| Starting MSRP | $1,499.00 bestbuy.com | $1,499.00 bestbuy.com |
Not yet sourced — MacBook Pro 14 M4: Refresh rate, Brightness, Battery, Battery life. MacBook Air 15 M2: Refresh rate, Battery. No manufacturer, official or retailer source we read publishes these yet; we don't estimate them.
Verdict: Pick MacBook Pro 14 M4 if you need the newer M4 CPU, 16 GB RAM, and extra Thunderbolt 4 port for demanding tasks. Pick MacBook Air 15 M2 if you prioritize a lighter chassis and lower cost of ownership while accepting older M2 CPU and 8 GB RAM.
Winner: MacBook Pro 14 M4
MacBook Pro 14 M4: 8.5/10
MacBook Air 15 M2: 6.5/10
| MacBook Pro 14 M4 | MacBook Air 15 M2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 14 inches | 15 inches |
| Resolution | 3024 x 1964 | 2880 x 1864 (Retina) |
| Panel | LED | — |
| Processor | Apple M4 | Apple M2 |
| Graphics | Apple M4 10-core | Apple M2 10-core |
| Memory | 16 gigabytes | 8 gigabytes |
Our pick: MacBook Pro 14 M4.
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