Across 2024 and the early months of 2025, Apple refreshed all of its Macs with next-generation M4 chips, with the exception of the Mac Pro. The

If you want a smaller and more affordable laptop and don’t mind having a smaller display, the 13-inch MacBook Air is the best choice. Conversely, if you want the most screen real-estate possible on a MacBook, then a 16-inch MacBook Pro is for you. But there’s more to consider than just screen size.

Commentary: The M4 MacBook Air has all the power and ports I need. But I could use one Pro feature that's still not an option for Apple's thin-and-light laptop.