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MacBook Air 13 (M2) vs MacBook Pro 13 (M1)

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Apple MacBook Pro 13 2022 M2 256GB / 16GB

Apple MacBook Pro 13 2022 M2 256GB / 16GB

AED 2,999

Buy on Amazon UAEFull Specs
Apple MacBook Pro 13 2022 M2 512GB / 24GB

Apple MacBook Pro 13 2022 M2 512GB / 24GB

AED 3,299

Buy on Amazon UAEFull Specs

Best Battery

MacBook Air 13 (M2)

Our Verdict

MacBook Air 13 (M2) vs MacBook Pro 13 (M1)

The Apple MacBook Pro 13 2022 M2 512GB/24GB wins due to its 24GB RAM vs. 16GB in the base model, enabling smoother multitasking with heavy apps like Final Cut Pro or Xcode. The 256GB/16GB model suits writers, students, and web developers who run fewer than 10 browser tabs and store under 200GB of files, with 10.5 hours of video playback. The 512GB/24GB model is for video editors working with 4K footage or coders running Docker containers and VMs simultaneously—24GB RAM prevents swapping, and 512GB storage avoids constant cloud reliance. In UAE at AED 2999 vs. AED 3299, the 512GB/24GB is better because 8GB extra RAM doubles multitasking capacity for professional workflows. In India at ₹74900 vs. ₹84900, the 512GB/24GB wins on value because the ₹10,000 premium buys 8GB RAM and 256GB storage—both critical for sustained professional use.

Full Specs Comparison

Spec
MacBook Air 13 (M2)
MacBook Pro 13 (M1)
Processor
Apple M2 8c/8t 8 x 2.4 - 3.5 GHz, 20 W PL2 / Short Burst, 20 W PL1 / Sustained
Apple M2 8c/8t 8 x 2.4 - 3.5 GHz, 20 W PL2 / Short Burst, 20 W PL1 / Sustained
Graphics
Apple M2 10-Core GPU, Core: 1398 MHz, 13.5 W TDP
Apple M2 10-Core GPU, Core: 1398 MHz, 13.5 W TDP
Screen Size
height x width x depth (in mm): 15.6 x 304.1 x 212.4 ( = 0.61 x 11.97 x 8.36 in)
height x width x depth (in mm): 15.6 x 304.1 x 212.4 ( = 0.61 x 11.97 x 8.36 in)
RAM
16 GB , LPDDR5-6400, onboard
16 GB , LPDDR5-6400, onboard
Storage
256
512
Battery
58.2 Wh Lithium-Ion
58.2 Wh Lithium-Ion
Ports
2 USB4 40 Gbps, 2 Thunderbolt, USB-C Power Delivery (PD), 2 DisplayPort, Audio Connections: 3.5 mm Stereo, 1 Fingerprint Reader, Brightness Sensor
2 USB4 40 Gbps, 2 Thunderbolt, USB-C Power Delivery (PD), 2 DisplayPort, Audio Connections: 3.5 mm Stereo, 1 Fingerprint Reader, Brightness Sensor
Wi-Fi
802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax (a/b/g/n = Wi-Fi 4/ac = Wi-Fi 5/ax = Wi-Fi 6/), Bluetooth 5.0
802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax (a/b/g/n = Wi-Fi 4/ac = Wi-Fi 5/ax = Wi-Fi 6/), Bluetooth 5.0
Weight
1.372 kg ( = 48.4 oz / 3.02 pounds), Power Supply: 274 g ( = 9.67 oz / 0.6 pounds)
1.372 kg ( = 48.4 oz / 3.02 pounds), Power Supply: 274 g ( = 9.67 oz / 0.6 pounds)
OS
Apple macOS 12 Monterey
Apple macOS 12 Monterey

Price Comparison

MarketMacBook Air 13 (M2)MacBook Pro 13 (M1)Difference
UAEAED 2,999AED 3,299MacBook Air 13 (M2) saves AED 300
India₹ 74,900₹ 84,900MacBook Air 13 (M2) saves ₹ 10,000

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