MacBook Air 15 (M4) vs ZenBook S 14 OLED

Apple MacBook Air 15 M4 outperforms the ZenBook 14 OLED in CPU efficiency and GPU throughput with its 10-core M4 (4.5 GHz P-cores) versus Intel Core Ultra 7 255H’s 16-core Arrow Lake-H, delivering 20.5W sustained performance without a fan, while the ZenBook runs hotter at 60W PL1. The MacBook Air is best for video editors needing 16GB unified memory and 512GB SSD with macOS-native Final Cut Pro optimization, offering 18 hours of video playback. The ZenBook 14 OLED suits coders and multitaskers needing Windows 11, HDMI output, and Wi-Fi 7 (Intel BE201) for low-latency cloud workflows, plus a lighter 1.288kg body. In UAE at AED 5799 vs AED 4999, the ZenBook wins on value because it’s ₹19,910 cheaper in India while offering Wi-Fi 7 and HDMI, making it the smarter budget pick for Windows-centric tasks.