It's Weird, Intel version MacBook Air despite it's problem with Thermal and Performance, it still able to do multiple display connection Unlike M1 and M2 version
Excellent comparison on those 3 MacBooks. I have the M1 base version and love it. By the way I think there’s a mistake on the Final Cut Export Speed Graphic that you showed. The i5 showed the same time speed as the M1 even though you explained correctly.
great comparison and very detailed video, thanks. I also appreciate that you kept chapters in this video so we know what to look for when we come back to this video. please always maintain chapters in your videos, they're really helpful. thanks
@@JerrySchulze I have the 2018 MBA, since launch day. It works perfectly fine but doesn’t feel as snappy anymore. I recently got an M1 iPad Pro 11”. I’m am trying to decide if I should get the Magic Keyboard to replace my laptop or if I should upgrade my MBA. So I’m checking out you videos to help me decide.
After 18 months of using an Apple Refurbished 2020 M1 MacBook Air with 16GB memory, 1TB storage, and the full 8/8/16 core M1 SOC, I have to conclude it is a phenomenal little computer. If I didn't have this, I would buy an M2 Air with the same memory and storage, but the 8/10/16 core M2 SOC. However, the M1 I have is so good, I'll probably wait until there is an M4 version to upgrade!
very nice review. The quality of your videos (content, visual, and audio) is the best out there. I couldn't be happier with M2 Air and any CalDigit hub (I have a USB-C and a smaller pot-count Thunderbolt) are superb.
Caldigit is absolutely the Cadillac of the TB4/USB4 docks. The only negative is... price 🙂I absolutely agree Jerry, in 2023 a laptop should no longer sport 8Gb. If you only did it for future proofing. With Ventura I already see the use on my own 16" which I will upgrade this year. Apple trade in is an absolute joke. My wife has the M1 MBA with the upgrades (16Gb 1Tb SSD) and she absolutely loves it. Anyway the prices in Canada are out of this world right now, it is pretty bad.
I currently have a 2018 Intel MacBook Air and for a casual user like me, it is definitely more than enough. M1 and M2 would be faster but it doesn’t really affect me. I only want the m2 because of the new design HAHAHA not worth the upgrade yet
Seems like the M1 really is the one to get if you are getting the base spec and do Normal office stuff and light video editing even before the M2. And you save a pretty penny too. It demonstrates the giant leap Apple silicon represents and the minor speed increase the second gen gives. Not sure how long they’re going to sell the M1 after the M3 arrives so get one while you can!
Yep. Just picked up the base M1 Air new for $749. Refurbs are still $849! As a second computer for couch surfing and taking on the road, this computer is amazing me. My 2015 13" MBP could no longer play my GoPro files, so that was the reason that pushed me. I can even do my FCP videos on this Air.
REQUEST FOR INFORMATION TO ALL COMMENTATORS : I have never found an answer to this question which is so important for me and which I am going to ask you here, hoping that other people who have used the MacBook Air M1 for more than a year can answer too. I need this answer before I decide to buy the MacBook Air M1. My question is: during the great sweltering heat of summer (heat waves), in a house or accommodation without air conditioning (only a traditional fan ) has anyone noticed (in this specific context) that the MacBook Air M1 heats up a lot more and therefore slows down or loses its fluidity when listening to videos on TH-cam for example? (since there is no fan inside). My intended type of usage is : different views of videos on youtube (or on news sites), text writing, Email, Twitter, Facebook, occasionally small video montages of clips of 2 minutes maximum in 1080p or cutting videos found on youtube to extract a short extract. THANK YOU EVERYONE
Hello! Jerry I am Jennifer,an Amazon seller. I always watch your videos I have a 3 in 1wireless charger. I especially want to cooperate with you. looking forward to your reply
When I finally decided to move up from my mid 2012 MBP 13 I opted for the base M2 MBA because I wanted all the new features you described in your video. It didn't hurt that Amazon had it on sale for $150 off the retail price.
I remember before the M1s were out, all youtubers used to say that their (intel) macbooks lated for a whole day and they were battery beasts. Not sure what happened after, goalpost moved and now the intel macbooks only last half day...
@@JerrySchulze for my tasks (browsing, Word, Excel) it’s not that bad! In fact, I don’t think, that M1 version will give me much-much better performance in this light tasks.
That Caldigit TC3 you recommended solved the constant drive disconnect issues I was having on my 2020 iMac. I guess these external drives need a powered port
Last question : do is the difference in image quality of the screen (except of course the size of the screen) really very big and obvious between a Macbook AIR (M1, M2) and a Macbook Pro M1 (14 or 16 inches) ? Theoretically certainly (since mini-led and higher refresh rate) but CONCRETELY is this difference visible ?
For resolution no, IMO. They are all high res displays. The pro does have better color support and more brightness. I have no issues recommending the display on the m1 air.
@@JerrySchulze Oh, reassuring. Thank you. But in same time I see about the screen of Macbook Pro 14 inches : - Pro Display XDR ("Extreme Dynamic Range brings refined specular highlights, incredible detail in shadows, and vibrant, true‑to‑life colours") - 1000 nits and Mini-Led's - Pro Motion with refresh rates up to 120Hz (many say the sound quality is much better on the 14 inch macbook pro).
@@JerrySchulze I saw in analyzes of the macbook pro 14 and 16 that these screens had much less reflections than that of the Macbook Air M1 and that it is a mini LED. The refresh rate is also much higher.
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I think the M1 Air is the better deal
It's Weird, Intel version MacBook Air despite it's problem with Thermal and Performance, it still able to do multiple display connection
Unlike M1 and M2 version
Excellent comparison on those 3 MacBooks. I have the M1 base version and love it. By the way I think there’s a mistake on the Final Cut Export Speed Graphic that you showed. The i5 showed the same time speed as the M1 even though you explained correctly.
Ha! Ooops.
great comparison and very detailed video, thanks. I also appreciate that you kept chapters in this video so we know what to look for when we come back to this video. please always maintain chapters in your videos, they're really helpful. thanks
This is exactly the video I was looking for. Excellent video. Thank you too much!!!!
Thanks so much for watching! What do you have now?
@@JerrySchulze I have the 2018 MBA, since launch day. It works perfectly fine but doesn’t feel as snappy anymore. I recently got an M1 iPad Pro 11”. I’m am trying to decide if I should get the Magic Keyboard to replace my laptop or if I should upgrade my MBA. So I’m checking out you videos to help me decide.
After 18 months of using an Apple Refurbished 2020 M1 MacBook Air with 16GB memory, 1TB storage, and the full 8/8/16 core M1 SOC, I have to conclude it is a phenomenal little computer. If I didn't have this, I would buy an M2 Air with the same memory and storage, but the 8/10/16 core M2 SOC. However, the M1 I have is so good, I'll probably wait until there is an M4 version to upgrade!
That’s great. Yep no reason to change now.
very nice review. The quality of your videos (content, visual, and audio) is the best out there. I couldn't be happier with M2 Air and any CalDigit hub (I have a USB-C and a smaller pot-count Thunderbolt) are superb.
Wow, thank you so much!
awesome video! Clear and informative.
I've got what I searched for.
Thanks!
awesome, glad it helped.
One thing I will never understand, why does the height of function keys matter? They are not even used as frequently as the tab key
just uniformity, looks better, feels better.
@@JerrySchulze Okay. Really appreciate the reply
Suuperb video! I suggest to correct the stats at 14:11.
oops
You’ve put in great effort in making this video. My intention was just to help you make it perfect as it already is!
Caldigit is absolutely the Cadillac of the TB4/USB4 docks. The only negative is... price 🙂I absolutely agree Jerry, in 2023 a laptop should no longer sport 8Gb. If you only did it for future proofing. With Ventura I already see the use on my own 16" which I will upgrade this year. Apple trade in is an absolute joke. My wife has the M1 MBA with the upgrades (16Gb 1Tb SSD) and she absolutely loves it. Anyway the prices in Canada are out of this world right now, it is pretty bad.
Honestly FB marketplace or ebay is what I use.
Great comparison video
Thanks!
I love your videos. Subbed!
I currently have a 2018 Intel MacBook Air and for a casual user like me, it is definitely more than enough. M1 and M2 would be faster but it doesn’t really affect me. I only want the m2 because of the new design HAHAHA not worth the upgrade yet
Hi Jerry, I have the 2020 MacBook Air and I am wondering if I should upgrade. What do you think?
The i3? Yes yes yes! The 2020 Intel airs were about the worst you could get.
Seems like the M1 really is the one to get if you are getting the base spec and do Normal office stuff and light video editing even before the M2. And you save a pretty penny too. It demonstrates the giant leap Apple silicon represents and the minor speed increase the second gen gives. Not sure how long they’re going to sell the M1 after the M3 arrives so get one while you can!
Yep. Just picked up the base M1 Air new for $749. Refurbs are still $849! As a second computer for couch surfing and taking on the road, this computer is amazing me. My 2015 13" MBP could no longer play my GoPro files, so that was the reason that pushed me. I can even do my FCP videos on this Air.
is 8g ram in windows computer same as the 8g unified memory?
I’m jumping from a janky ass mac air intel 2015 to mac air m1 2020. It’ll probably feel amazing.
REQUEST FOR INFORMATION TO ALL COMMENTATORS :
I have never found an answer to this question which is so important for me and which I am going to ask you here, hoping that other people who have used the MacBook Air M1 for more than a year can answer too. I need this answer before I decide to buy the MacBook Air M1.
My question is: during the great sweltering heat of summer (heat waves), in a house or accommodation without air conditioning (only a traditional fan ) has anyone noticed (in this specific context) that the MacBook Air M1 heats up a lot more and therefore slows down or loses its fluidity when listening to videos on TH-cam for example? (since there is no fan inside).
My intended type of usage is : different views of videos on youtube (or on news sites), text writing, Email, Twitter, Facebook, occasionally small video montages of clips of 2 minutes maximum in 1080p or cutting videos found on youtube to extract a short extract.
THANK YOU EVERYONE
Heads up but the M1 air is not capable of fast charging
Il n y’a pas un Français qui peut me faire un récapitulatif svp 😅
Les trois ordinateurs sont bons et à la fin tu ne sais pas plus s’il faut acheter le M1 ou le M2
Seems M1 MBA is a better value but still M2 is the better upgrade if one can find cheaper refurbished or used M2 notebook
Should I jump from a 2020 macbook air(i7) to m1/m2 macbook air?🤣
Yes, now.
The MB air m1 is in on sale for $799 at BB. Thanks to your video I’ve decided the purchase it.
That’s great!!!
Hello! Jerry
I am Jennifer,an Amazon seller.
I always watch your videos
I have a 3 in 1wireless charger. I especially want to cooperate with you.
looking forward to your reply
Video export time graph labeled incorrectly
Is there something wrong with the wordings starting at 13:53?? (Final cut pro test) the speed for i5 is faster than M2???
Yep my bad flipped the names.
When I finally decided to move up from my mid 2012 MBP 13 I opted for the base M2 MBA because I wanted all the new features you described in your video. It didn't hurt that Amazon had it on sale for $150 off the retail price.
That’s awesome.
may i ask how it's been holding up, planning on purchasing one but don't know I should go for base model
No true tone on 2018 model pleas take note 😊
I remember before the M1s were out, all youtubers used to say that their (intel) macbooks lated for a whole day and they were battery beasts. Not sure what happened after, goalpost moved and now the intel macbooks only last half day...
Great comparison except for mislabeled results.
Eek!
Watching this from MacBook Air 2018 ❤
Are you feeling the need to upgrade?
@@JerrySchulze for my tasks (browsing, Word, Excel) it’s not that bad! In fact, I don’t think, that M1 version will give me much-much better performance in this light tasks.
That Caldigit TC3 you recommended solved the constant drive disconnect issues I was having on my 2020 iMac. I guess these external drives need a powered port
That’s good news!
Last question : do is the difference in image quality of the screen (except of course the size of the screen) really very big and obvious between a Macbook AIR (M1, M2) and a Macbook Pro M1 (14 or 16 inches) ? Theoretically certainly (since mini-led and higher refresh rate) but CONCRETELY is this difference visible ?
For resolution no, IMO. They are all high res displays. The pro does have better color support and more brightness. I have no issues recommending the display on the m1 air.
@@JerrySchulze
Oh, reassuring. Thank you.
But in same time I see about the screen of Macbook Pro 14 inches :
- Pro Display XDR ("Extreme Dynamic Range brings refined specular highlights, incredible detail in shadows, and vibrant, true‑to‑life colours")
- 1000 nits and Mini-Led's
- Pro Motion with refresh rates up to 120Hz
(many say the sound quality is much better on the 14 inch macbook pro).
@@JerrySchulze I saw in analyzes of the macbook pro 14 and 16 that these screens had much less reflections than that of the Macbook Air M1 and that it is a mini LED. The refresh rate is also much higher.
Nice work Jerry. Your hard work is paying off.
Thanks 👍
One of the best reviews ever thanks
M1/M2 Unable to support dual monitors was the deal breaker…I guess I will stick with my intel version….thoughts?
Qualcomm M2 killer Oryon nuvia chip came in October