Despite the M1’s impressive speed, the M2 builds upon that with even more power, though it may be overkill for a MacBook Air. That being said, the laptop is still capable of serving most people well for work and play, thanks in part to its remarkable 16.5-hour battery life.
In terms of design, Apple took a more uniformly thin approach with the M2, retiring the wedge shape of its predecessor. The M2 also features a stunning 13.6-inch Liquid Retina display, interrupted only by a top-notch that houses its 1080p webcam. Its quad-speaker setup is another notable improvement, all of which combine to create a machine that looks and feels quite different from its predecessor.
Overall, both the Apple M1 and M2 MacBook Air laptops remain solid machines. Those on a tight budget may want to consider foregoing the new design improvements to save some cash while still getting a speedy laptop, with the M2 starting at $1,199.
Number 2. Dell XPS 13 Plus
