MacBook Air 13 (M2) vs Galaxy Book2 360 15.6"

Apple MacBook Pro 13 2022 M2 outperforms the 2018 15-inch model with its 10-core GPU (M2) versus the AMD Radeon Pro 560X (4GB GDDR5), delivering 2.5x faster graphics and 40% higher CPU efficiency at 20W sustained power. The M2 model is fanless under light loads, runs cooler, and lasts 18 hours on video playback versus the 2018’s 10 hours with its 83Wh battery and active cooling. Buy the M2 if you need all-day battery, silent operation, and modern macOS support for coding, photo editing, or streaming—its LPDDR5 RAM and 10-core GPU handle 4K timelines smoothly. Buy the 2018 model only if you need 512GB storage and USB-A ports for legacy peripherals, but accept heavier weight (1.83kg) and thermal throttling under load. In UAE at AED 2999 vs AED 2499, the M2 is better because it lasts 8 more hours on battery. In India at ₹74900 vs ₹64900, the M2 wins on value because it delivers 80% longer battery life and future-proof performance.