The university registration process has begun! You are a student. You need a good computer for the intense marathon between the library, classes and home. So, which is more suitable for you, the MacBook Pro with its powerful performance metrics or the practical and easy-to-carry MacBook Air? Let's examine it together in comparison.
Before we start: In this content, we compared the MacBook Air 13-inch and MacBook Pro 13-inch. However, you can also find the 2023 MacBook Air 15-inch protective case options on our site. It is very easy to buy a case from KraftCover for all current MacBook models. Just choose the model you like and click on the product. You will be able to choose your own MacBook size before adding it to your cart on the product detail page.
MacBook Air: Light, Easy to Carry, Thin
The MacBook Air is currently available in four different colors:
- Silver
- Starlight
- Space Gray
- Midnight
Apple has started using the M2 chip in the 13.3-inch and 15-inch MacBook Airs as of 2023. You can currently purchase a MacBook Air with both an M1 chip and an M2 chip, depending on your needs. In this content, we will examine the features according to the M2 chip used in the latest MacBook models.
MacBook Air 13.6 Inch M2 Chip Features - Model Code: A2681
As a 13.6-inch, easy-to-carry and lightweight computer, it meets many demands of MacBook Air lovers. If you are going to use your Mac for daily emails, homework, and web platforms, this Mac can meet your needs with its high processor. Because it has an infrastructure enriched with 4 performance cores and 4 efficiency cores. In addition, the 8-core CPU and GPU come together with the 16-core Neural Engine to provide a powerful performance.
Here are the general features of the 2023 MacBook Air 13.6 Inch device:
- 13.6-inch diagonal LED-backlit display
- Support for 1 billion colors
- Wide color gamut with P3 technology
- 500 nit brightness technology
- 2560 x 1664 native resolution
- Lithium polymer battery with 52.6 watt-hour performance
- 1 headphone jack and 2 USB 4 ports
- 8 GB (default), 16 GB (extra configuration) or 26 GB (extra configuration) selectable integrated memory
- 256 GB (comes pre-installed), 512 GB (extra configuration) , 1 TB (extra configuration) or 2 TB (extra configuration) SSD selectable.
If you'll be spending a lot of time with your Mac between school and the library, weight and thickness are also important values for you. Here are the dimensions of the 13.6-inch MacBook Air.
- Weight 1.24 kilograms
- Thickness: 1.13 cm
With its high memory capacity and enhanced M2 processor, the new MacBook Air 13'' breaks the perception that ''only software developers can be Pro''. MacBook Air can be sufficient for your basic needs in your student life in many fields from Graphic Design to Software, from Science and Literature departments to Law.
However, if you want to download programs that require a high processor and not experience any slowdowns and guarantee maximum performance in the long term, you can also take a look at the MacBook Pro models. We have reviewed them below!
To learn more about the MacBook Air M2 chip, you can visit Apple's official website .
MacBook Pro: Maximum Performance and Power
With its more powerful processor and higher RAM capacity, the Macbook Pro performs tasks such as complex projects, data analysis, or content creation more quickly and efficiently. Therefore , high-capacity programs that you want to install on your computer due to the department you are studying can run more stably on the MacBook Pro.
Another advantage of MacBook Pros is that they use the Retina Display, which takes the screen quality to a new level. This is especially advantageous for those who will work in fields that require visual performance, such as graphic design.
MacBook Pro 13-inch models are currently available with both M1 and M2 chips.
MacBook Pro 13.3 Inch M2 Chip Features - Model Code: A2338
Apple introduced the 13-inch MacBook Pro with the M2 chip in 2022. The MacBook Pro is actually a powerful device that can produce excellent results with its M1 processor. However, the improved M2 chip clearly makes a difference in performance at maximum capacity. However, when choosing between MacBook Pros, if you are not going to do high-capacity rendering operations, we can say that the M1 chip may be sufficient for you. If you want to buy a new model and keep the product as an investment, of course, buying the newest model with the M2 chip is a more logical option.
The MacBook Pro also has a touch-sensitive control bar just above the keyboard. It's called Control Strip. From here, you can adjust the device's brightness and volume settings, see the URL of the website you're on, or activate Siri. There's also a ready-made touch button that lets you control the keyboard brightness and a bar that lets you control video music settings. You can visit Apple's introductory page to get to know Touch Bar, one of the most popular features among Pro users. 
The 13.3-inch Macbook Pro M2 chip device is available in two colors:
- Space Gray
- Silver
Let's look at the general features of the MacBook Pro 13 inch:
- A total of 8-core CPU with 4 performance and 4 efficiency cores, like the MacBook Air
- 10 core GPU
- 100 GBps memory bandwidth
- 16 cores in Neural Engine
- Maximum hardware acceleration in H.264, HEVC, ProRes and ProRes RAW technologies
- Decoding engine and video encoding engine
- ProRes format capable encoding and decoding engine (more powerful rendering performance)
- 500 nits brightness
- Support for millions of colors (stronger display performance)
- Wide color gamut with P3 technology
- 58.2 watt-hour lithium polymer battery (higher battery performance)
- 67W USB-C Power Adapter
- 8 GB (default), 16 GB (extra configuration) or 26 GB (extra configuration) Integrated memory selectable as (same as MacBook Air)
- 256 GB (comes pre-installed), 512 GB (extra configuration) , 1 TB (extra configuration) or 2 TB (extra configuration) SSD that can be selected as . (Same as MacBook Air)
So, do the weight and thickness change in the MacBook Pro? Let's take a look:
- Weight: 1.4 kilograms (about 200g heavier than MacBook Air)
- Thickness: 1.56cm (about 0.4cm thicker than Macbook Air)
You can check out the MacBook Pro introduction content from Apple to discover more information.
Which is Better for Students: MacBook Air or MacBook Pro
We know that the MacBook Pro outperforms the MacBook Air in terms of performance and display power, but your choice comes down to what features you need .
- For example, if you're going to use your device for basic Microsoft Office programs, web browsing, or low-performance applications, you may never need many of the features offered by the MacBook Pro. What's more, the MacBook Air will give you an advantage because it's lighter and thinner.
- If you are going to work in areas such as software, programming, graphic design, architecture and want to use your device stably without any problems in programs that require high processor performance, you can choose the MacBook Pro. Both the M1 and M2 will be suitable for many needs.
Be sure to check Apple's student discounts and authorized resellers before purchasing.
KraftCover MacBook Protective Cases: For the New MacBook Air and 2023 MacBook Pro
No matter what device you have, KraftCover has a MacBook protective case for you! Browse our category for new MacBook Air 13 protective cases and pick up a stylish college entrance gift for yourself.
Have you chosen a MacBook Pro? Our 2023 MacBook Pro protective case options are waiting for you! All our models are produced in our workshop upon your order for all computer sizes. All you have to do is choose the color & texture!
All MacBook protective cases from KraftCover have a hard body. This protects your device perfectly against bumps and scratches. The extra fabric coating layer on the top cover also keeps your case away from fingerprints, stains and scratches. This way, you can always use a stylish and well-maintained device.
We know that your Mac is also an investment in yourself.
We attach great importance to protecting it.
In your own way.
