M1 vs. M2 - eviltoast

Hi folks,

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I would like to buy a new laptop (I have only ever used Windows). I have been looking at these two models.

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APPLE MACBOOK AIR 13" M1 - 8-CORE CPU / 7-CORE GPU, 8GB RAM, 512 GB SSD

1315,00€

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APPLE MACBOOK AIR 13" M2 - 8-CORE CPU /8-CORE GPU, 8GB RAM, 512 GB SSD

1406,00€

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I will not be cutting 4K videos or doing hardcore editing. I need a computer for simple work office, surfing, watching YT videos etc.

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Personally, I would lean towards the older model, but the price difference is really manageable. However, I don’t know if it’s really worth buying the M2 Air. What are the real performance differences between the two models?

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Can you help me, what do you think? Maybe also to those who own both models and have really lived with the laptops.

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Thanks in advance.

  • poopmagic@alien.topBEnglish
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    1 year ago

    Your usage sounds light enough that you won’t notice any performance difference.

    The processor isn’t the only thing to consider, though. The M2 has a brighter screen, better webcam, and MagSafe charging which can free up an extra port for accessories. I personally feel that those features are worth the price difference.

    • prettybunnys@sh.itjust.worksEnglish
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      1 year ago

      For what it’s worth my M2 has 1 fewer usb c slot than my intel MBP.

      I lost a usb c and gained a hdmi, so more connectivity kinda