Apple
MacBook Air 13 M4
M4 · 13.6″ Liquid Retina · 1.24 kg
91
/ 100
From $999
VS
Apple
MacBook Pro 14 M4 · 32GB
M4 · 32GB · 2024
91
/ 100
From $1,899
Specdex verdict
Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.
In our weighted Specdex score, MacBook Air 13 M4 lands at 91 and MacBook Pro 14 M4 · 32GB at 91. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.
Pick MacBook Air 13 M4 if…
- ✓$999 starting at 16 GB / 256 GB
- ✓Best perf-per-watt 13″ laptop
- ✓24-hour battery on light loads
Pick MacBook Pro 14 M4 · 32GB if…
- ✓Current-gen silicon
- ✓Competitive spec-for-dollar
- ✓Manufacturer warranty
MacBook Air 13 M4 91
vs 91 MacBook Pro 14 M4 · 32GB
Score breakdown
MacBook Air 13 M4
91 cpu 92
gpu 86
display 88
battery 96
design 96
build 96
portability 0
MacBook Pro 14 M4 · 32GB
91 cpu 91
gpu 86
display 86
battery 81
design 0
build 0
portability 84
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | MacBook Air 13 M4 | MacBook Pro 14 M4 · 32GB |
|---|---|---|
| Display | 13.6″ Liquid Retina, 60Hz | — |
| CPU | Apple M4 (10-core) | M4 |
| GPU | 8 / 10-core integrated | — |
| RAM | 16 / 24 / 32 GB unified | ▲ 32GB |
| Storage | 256 GB / 512 GB / 1 / 2 TB | — |
| Battery | 52.6 Wh | — |
| Weight | 1.24 kg | — |
| Release year | — | 2024 |
MacBook Air 13 M4
Pros
- +$999 starting at 16 GB / 256 GB
- +Best perf-per-watt 13″ laptop
- +24-hour battery on light loads
Cons
- −No ProMotion 120Hz
- −Single external display on base SKU
- −Notch in display
MacBook Pro 14 M4 · 32GB
Pros
- +Current-gen silicon
- +Competitive spec-for-dollar
- +Manufacturer warranty
Cons
- −Battery varies by config
- −Some SKUs heavy
- −RAM often soldered
FAQ: MacBook Air 13 M4 vs MacBook Pro 14 M4 · 32GB
Which is better, MacBook Air 13 M4 or MacBook Pro 14 M4 · 32GB? +
Both score 91 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is MacBook Air 13 M4 worth the price? +
At $999, MacBook Air 13 M4 delivers a Specdex score of 91 — strongest in battery.
Is MacBook Pro 14 M4 · 32GB worth the price? +
At $1,899, MacBook Pro 14 M4 · 32GB delivers a Specdex score of 91 — strongest in cpu.
Does MacBook Air 13 M4 or MacBook Pro 14 M4 · 32GB last longer? +
Based on our long-term update and support ratings, both ship with multi-year support. Battery and reliability scores are visible in the breakdown above.