MacBook Air 13 (M2) vs MacBook Air 15 (M2)

Both laptops share the same M2 8-core CPU and 10-core GPU, but the MacBook Pro sustains 20 W PL1 vs. the Air’s 9 W, delivering 11% higher sustained performance under load. The MacBook Pro 13 is best for video editors needing consistent 4K export speeds or coders running Docker containers for hours without throttling, thanks to its active cooling and higher power ceiling. The MacBook Air 15 wins for travelers and students needing all-day battery—66.5 Wh delivers up to 18 hours of web browsing, and its lighter 1.516 kg weight eases carry, despite the 13.5 W TDP limit. In UAE at AED 3799 vs. AED 4499, the MacBook Pro is better because it costs AED 700 less while offering superior sustained performance. In India at ₹94900 vs. ₹109900, the MacBook Pro wins on value because it saves ₹15000 with identical GPU and RAM but better thermal headroom.