MacBook 12 (2016) vs MacBook Air 13 (2015)

The MacBook Air (MJVG2D/BTO6) wins with its Intel Core i7-5650U (2.2–3.2 GHz) versus the MacBook 12’s m3-6Y30 (1.1 GHz), delivering 2.9x higher turbo boost and superior multi-threaded performance, while its active cooling avoids thermal throttling under load. Buy the MacBook 12 only if you need a 927g fanless device for light web browsing and document work, with its 10-hour battery life outlasting the Air’s 11–12 hours. Choose the MacBook Air if you need dual USB 3.0 ports, an SD card reader, and Thunderbolt for external displays or fast storage, plus its 54Wh battery supports longer productivity. In UAE at AED 1399 vs AED 1599, the MacBook Air wins because it offers faster CPU and more ports for AED 200 less. In India at ₹34900 vs ₹38900, the MacBook Air wins on value because it includes Thunderbolt and SD card support for ₹4000 less.