There are huge differences when it comes to the ports, though. Meanwhile, the MacBook Pro M2 is the only model that still has the Touch Bar and dated chassis that lacks the port variety. Though, we advise you to pay $100 more and grab the M2 variant, which offers plenty of upgrades for a small price difference. It's an okay option today for those on a very limited budget. The former is the original Apple Silicon MacBook Air from 2020. That leaves us with two models that follow the original design - the M1 MacBook Air 13-inch and the M2 MacBook Pro 13-inch. Though, it includes more finishes and introduces the controversial notch in its display. This could be because the Air targets average consumers rather than pro creators who might need to attach more equipment to their machines. However, they lack the variety of ports introduced in the Pro models after the major design refresh. The M2 MacBook Air 13- and 15-inch follow the same design language as the 14- and 16-inch MacBook Pro models. The company now sells six different MacBook variants. MacBooks didn't vary a lot in terms of design until Apple released the redesigned, notched MacBook Pro and Air models. Three Thunderbolt/USB 4 ports (40Gbps, Power Delivery, up to four external displays).

Two Thunderbolt/USB 4 ports (40Gbps, Power Delivery, one external display).

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