In tests, Apple compared that model with a MacBook Air (2020) with an 8-core CPU, 8-core GPU, and 16GB of RAM. However, these numbers assume you purchase a MacBook Air (2022) with an 8-core CPU, 10-core GPU, and 24GB of RAM. Specifically, Apple claims the M2 offers 1.4x faster video editing performance, 1.2 times speedier image filters and effects performance, 1.3 times faster gaming, 1.6 times faster scene edit detection, 1.4 times speedier photo stitching, three times faster video transcode performance, and 1.2 times faster image upscaling. As a result, Apple says the M2 is up to 1.4 times faster than the M1 model, although battery life remains the same, up to 18 hours between charges for both. The next-generation silicon means more speed and power efficiency thanks to a more powerful 8-core CPU and up to a 10-core GPU. One of the biggest reasons to choose the latest MacBook Air over the previous model is the transition from the Apple M1 chip to the Apple M2 chip. M2 Macbook Air Starlight Side (Image credit: Gerald Lynch / iMore) So the question here is, how many bells and whistles do you need? Two Thunderbolt / USB 4 ports, headphone jackģ0W USB-C Power Adapter (included with M2 with 8-core GPU)ģ5W Dual USB-C Port Compact Power Adapter (included with M2 with 10-core GPU and 512GB storage, configurable with M2 with 8-core GPU)įast-charge capable with available 67W USB-C Power Adapterĭespite the impressive specs of the latest MacBook Air, you can see here that the older version still has a lot to offer - starting with a less expensive price. 13.6-inch (diagonal) Liquid Retina display

Best game for macbook air 2020