Apple unveiled the MacBook Air M2 and MacBook Pro (2022) at its World Wide Developers Conference (WWDC), marking the debut of the company's second-generation Apple Silicon chip. Both laptops arrive in India next month, with the MacBook Air starting at ₹1.2 lakh and the MacBook Pro at ₹1.3 lakh.
MacBook Air M2: Faster Performance and a Bigger Display
The M2 chip is a significant step up from the M1 that Apple introduced in 2020. Apple claims the new CPU delivers 18% higher performance and the GPU is 35% faster compared to the M1. Put another way, the M2 CPU is 1.9 times and the GPU 2.3 times quicker than the first-generation Apple Silicon.
The redesigned MacBook Air (2022) sports a 13.6-inch Liquid Retina display — slightly larger than before thanks to slimmer bezels all around. Inside, it supports up to 24 GB of unified memory and up to 2 TB of SSD storage, giving creative professionals plenty of headroom for demanding workflows.
One of the most welcome upgrades is the webcam: Apple has bumped the front camera from 720p to a 1080p FaceTime HD sensor, a meaningful improvement for video calls and online meetings. Charging is handled via a USB-C fast-charging port. Apple promises up to 18 hours of battery life on a single charge — strong numbers for an ultra-thin laptop with no fan.
MacBook Pro (2022): 20-Hour Battery Backup with M2
The MacBook Pro (2022) shares the same M2 chip and identical memory and storage ceiling — up to 24 GB RAM and up to 2 TB SSD. Its 13-inch Liquid Retina display carries over the high-brightness, wide-colour panel that professionals rely on for colour-accurate work.
Where the Pro pulls ahead is battery endurance: Apple claims the MacBook Pro (2022) can run for 20 hours on a single charge, the longest ever in a Mac notebook at launch. That figure makes it a compelling pick for power users who work away from a power outlet for extended stretches.
MacBook Air (2022) vs MacBook Pro (2022): Spec Comparison
| Feature | MacBook Air (2022) | MacBook Pro (2022) |
|---|---|---|
| Chip | Apple M2 | Apple M2 |
| Display | 13.6-inch Liquid Retina | 13-inch Liquid Retina |
| RAM | Up to 24 GB | Up to 24 GB |
| Storage | Up to 2 TB SSD | Up to 2 TB SSD |
| Camera | 1080p FaceTime HD | 720p FaceTime HD |
| Battery Life | Up to 18 hours | Up to 20 hours |
| Starting Price (India) | ₹1,20,000 | ₹1,30,000 |
India Availability and Pricing
Both laptops will go on sale in India next month following their WWDC announcement. The MacBook Air (2022) starts at ₹1,20,000 and the MacBook Pro (2022) at ₹1,30,000. For buyers deciding between the two, the Air is the lighter, fanless option with an 18-hour battery, while the Pro trades a touch more weight for a two-hour battery advantage and a slightly larger active-cooling system suited to sustained workloads.
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