MacBook 12 (2018) vs MacBook Air 13 (2020)

The M1’s 8-core CPU outperforms the i9-8950HK in efficiency and sustained workloads despite lower clock speeds, while the Vega 20’s 4GB HBM2 VRAM lags behind the M1’s unified 8GB LPDDR4X for GPU tasks. The 15-inch 2018 model suits video editors needing 32GB RAM and 1TB SSD for 4K timelines, but its 83Wh battery lasts just 6 hours under load and runs hot under sustained use. The 13-inch M1 model is better for coders and mobile professionals: its 8-core GPU handles light AI tasks, 8GB RAM suffices for Docker and Xcode, and 58.2Wh battery lasts 10+ hours with Wi-Fi 6 and fanless cooling. In UAE at AED 2899 vs AED 3799, the 2018 MacBook Pro is better because it offers double the RAM and same storage for AED 900 less. In India at ₹61900 vs ₹84900, the 2018 model wins on value because 32GB RAM enables professional multitasking the M1’s 8GB cannot match.