MacBooks are great computers, but there’s a number of different varieties to think about. Between last gen hardware and

2024 MacBook Pro M4 Pro 16-inch: This is more or less a larger-screen version of the 14-inch M4 Pro. It does have more cores in both its GPU and CPU, so it is technically the beefiest MacBook you can buy with the biggest screen. But for $2500, I don't think it's that meaningful of an improvement over the 14-inch M4 Pro.

Choosing between the MacBook Air M4 and MacBook Pro M4 can be challenging, especially since both models feature Apple’s advanced M4 chip. While they share some core similarities, their design, performance, and features cater to distinct user needs.

The MacBook Air is generally considered the best MacBook for most Apple users out there. It offers amazing value in a thin and light device. In fact, the recently released version with an M4 chip, being mighty powerful, offers even better value than the MacBook Pro, according to Senior Tech Editor Jake Peterson.