MacBook Air M3 After 1 Week: BETTER Than The MacBook Pro!

[@KyleErickson]

Just so no one has to ask anymore, the wallpapers are here 😂iokyle.gumroad.com/l/venl

[@lielazulay2206]

what about the wallpaper in 0:02 ?

[@KyleErickson]

@@lielazulay2206 I wasn't happy with it, so it didn't make the cut

[@lielazulay2206]

@@KyleErickson thats a shame I would pay money just for it 😅 it looks great

[@_chemin_de_foi]

I want to know if the 16GB - 512GB version Macbook Air is perfect for graphic designing. And to use software like Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, Premiere Pro (for small scale video editing), After effects, etc?

[@waynes.1247]

Thanks for the link. I just purchased.

[@samuellando3482]

Someone needs to tell Apple that a 8 gb RAM, 256 SSD laptop in 2024 is unacceptable.

[@TheDanEdwards]

What is stopping you from buying a MacBook with more RAM and a bigger SSD?

[@Thatbeardedguy86]

@@TheDanEdwardsthe problem is the upgrade prices. $400 for 8gb and 512 is ridiculous. Just an example but the new HP Spectre cost $50 to go from 16 to 32gb

[@possiblyinsane6995]

then why are you here@@Thatbeardedguy86

[@sahilthemurderer]

Acceptable for those who can actually afford

[@Joniyah444]

Bunch of Reddit idiots commenting

[@shaun1900]

The pro is worth the upgrade for screen, speakers, battery, performance - if you are happy to pay for it. I have a M1 14" pro and its still bullet proof performance wise.

[@x6da9crain]

But will it be that big of a difference for a average user?

[@shaun1900]

@@x6da9crain yes it would because the screen and speakers are noticeably better even for an average user, whoever that may be.

[@SwissCheese112]

I had a 13inch pro, Quad core I5, it was bullet proof too, until about 2 weeks ago when the logic board fried and the battery gave up. Thats how macs go, they run great for about 5 years (heavy usage) then they just start crapping out. Battery or charging issue usually.

[@FlorentBraquart]

@@SwissCheese112 can confirm. My MacBook Pro 15inch just died last year. Bought it in 2018. 5 years of regular usage, video editing on FCPX and photos editing on Lightroom. One morning I opened it and nothing happened. Logic board died. That was painful. I'm careful with my purchases now.

[@Universe_Stormer]

battery not that much better, if someone has ipad pro with oled i dont see why you’d get mbp pro. you can get mb air and sidecar to you ipadpro

[@joshpruitt]

I purchased a Macbook Pro M3 Pro 18GB having come from a Macbook Air M2 16GB. I did not see any improvements, just additional bulk. I was hoping the additional memory helped. I decided to return the Macbook Pro and purchase a Macbook Air M3 with 24GB memory.

[@marcosvivanco2433]

What type of work do you do on your Macs?

[@ellisz5972]

You have the same range of machines I have. (M2 Air 16GB, and an MBP Pro 18GB). I agree with you.

[@AyushBhadouria]

​@@ellisz5972 hey i am confused between getting the air m2 16gb 512gb or spending 480 dollars more on the m3pro 18gb 512gb.

[@ellisz5972]

@@AyushBhadouria Unless you need something specifically that the M3 Pro chip offers, or you want the better display, I'd stick with the M2 Air with those specs. 16GB vs 18GB won't make much difference. Note: If you are doing something with heavy sustained loads, the M3 Pro might be better due to the active cooling system. (In my case, the fans rarely kick on). I hope this helps.

[@AntonRomanLe]

why would you do that. M3 macbook air doesnt have a 24 gb 😂

[@byDavidNoe]

JUST the video I’ve been looking for! Love your balance on content/talk

[@ajpum65]

I traded my 2018 Intel MacBook Pro for a new MacBook Pro M3 8GB 512 and decided to exchange it for the MacBook Air M3 with 16GB and I think it's snappier than the M3 pro. I was hoping to not be disappointed with the slight downgrade on the display but I have no regrets. Mostly, I wanted a thinner unit and the 15" Air is perfect for me. I had some experience with the M1 Pro in 2020 and it was sooo much faster than my Intel Pro.

[@dannyp9090]

Just bought the MacBook Air M3 in starlight and LOVE it! I'm using it for school as well. the transition was smooth from my 2020 MacBook

[@umairx25]

How’re u liking it so far? What specs would you recommend for a computer science undergrad student?

[@Illaexur]

@@umairx25m1 is all it needs

[@thejasontlewis]

Thanks for this. I was considering the Air, but I've had memory pressure with 16gb. I was tempted to get the M2 MacBook Pro SKU the just released that has 1tb and 24gb of RAM, but I broke down and bought the 16" MBP with 512 and 36GB RAM. Still, that's a very pricey difference. The whole thing was brought on by my base M1 Mac MIni starting to crap out on me when recording video. I love the more powerful machine, but the cost is still a big issue.

[@fafnorcal]

Kyle - Thanks for another helpful video. I’m a retired EE who has made the transition to the Apple infrastructure (phone, tablet, desktop) over the last year. I’ve got to say that I find your channel to be invariably helpful with straight, fact-based, honest opinions while omitting the oohs and ahhs of the unboxing videos, the corner cases some obsess over, and the WAGs about the next Apple announcement. Keep up the great work! Frank

[@MartinAaberge]

The quality of your videos are 200%. I see you as one of the top tech KZbinrs out there. It is a joy to watch your videos. The visuals are STUNNING!

[@opticonor]

Gorgeous desk setup 🤙🏻 love the green wall and wood

[@zohairua]

Amazing video, love the production quality and the information is spot on as it's generalized to everyone and not just tech enthusiasts.

[@JustMe-n8d]

That was the best review I've watched for these new models. You've saved me a few hundred bucks--Thank you!

[@Onetwo01]

Where to find the wallpaper ? Thats a crazy one

[@battulabhargav5621]

Can you please compare this 16/512 model m3 air with the base m3 MacBook pro performance wise in the long run

[@dadg98ddg]

I just bought the 15 inch version with 16GB and hope it works well for me as a designer and going into web design, UI /UX.

[@derekgabor931]

love that wallpaper where did you get it?

[@Tiffs-bookshelf]

This video solidifies my decision to keep the 13” M3 air. I have until tomorrow to decide to keep it or get a Pro. I got the same version as you minus the Gb to 256 though. But I’m absolutely loving it so far. Thought maybe I’d need a pro, do I really. What I do, nope. And the 13” is perfect size for me.. I did talk my employer into getting me the M1 air that’s on sale. Working great, I’m doing office work and some editing and photo editing via canvas and websites. So glad they lowered the cost, I’m an Apple girly. But I am super excited about the M3 air. Plus STARLIGHT, need I say more.

[@maverickr4342]

I'm debating myself on going from a 16" older pro model to the 13" Air (instead of the 15). I keep telling myself I'm wanting a more compact laptop, but screen real estate is something I do worry bout. I do office work myself - have you come across any use cases where you have wished you had the 15" air instead by now?

[@360clouds6]

Very helpful, thank you. I've been holding off buying an M1/M2 Pro because I always liked the Air better. I don't need 120Hz or Mini Led or all the other gimmicks, that's why I never could get myself to buy a Pro. Since I do a lot of the things you do (Affinity, Adobe, Clip Studio, a little bit of Blender) I'm glad to know that the M3 can handle that type of work. Now I can finally pull the trigger and get an Air. Thank you very much for your review.

[@rlbarnard]

This was a genuinely useful review, thank you Kyle

[@crickhollowcrick6177]

I'm actually torn between the base M3 macbook pro and the 15 inch air. For me, the decision is really down to the display, is the air's display really not noticeably worse than the pro for most general use cases?

[@Thatbeardedguy86]

I’ve had both and gone back and forth between them. Honestly it’s not that noticeable unless you’re doing heavy media consumption. The thing I notice the most is the 120hz refresh but even then only 60 isn’t terrible unless I’m gaming.

[@crickhollowcrick6177]

Right, so I got an iPhone 15 pro instead of the regular model simply because my eye seems to really pick up on and appreciate the higher refresh rate. That said, do you think the OS animations in the macbook pro really make the most of 120 hz and does it make the whole computer seem more responsive?@@Thatbeardedguy86

[@dibledop]

I was in the same boat and went with the pro. I compared both screens at an Apple store and felt the pro was brighter/smoother in SDR and definitely better for HDR. Also wanted 16mb ram/512mb storage and the price difference was only $100. For that money you get a better screen, more ports, and fan for cooling chip. Biggest downside is loss of screen real estate.

[@bryans8656]

The only thing holding me back from getting one of these is my M1 Pro MBP 14. It's paid for 🙂

[@possiblyinsane6995]

why would you get an m3 to replace your m1 pro, the m1 pro will run circles around the m3.

[@bryans8656]

@@possiblyinsane6995 I know, that was meant to be tongue-in-cheek. It sounded funnier in my head.

[@akin242002]

@@possiblyinsane6995 The M3s have the best single core performance in the laptop industry based on Geekbench 6 scores. Otherwise, you are correct about everything else. M1 Pro 14-inch > M3 Air outside of single core performance.

[@princeot864]

How did you get that wallpaper in 4:58…pls help I like it

[@PositivityWithKim]

Nicely explained, tests, test results, video editing thing, so on and added info.. thanks man!

[@neomancr]

If you're leaning toward just getting a new laptop that you occasionally use with an external monitor then why not? If you're using your MPB like it's a Nintendo switch, where it IS your desktop computer and can be a hand held as well then of course get the MBP. By the same measurement no one would get Macbooks at all and just get iPads.

[@dennisseemann571]

Have been going back and forth between the 15" air and the 14" pro, my biggest concern is the heat, the 14" having a fan vs the conductive cooling of the air is the 1 thing that I worry about, I do a lit of parametric modeling (free cad) for 3d printing and cad work but I think you have answered the performance questions around that so its just the heat, and perhaps the ruggedness of the air vs the pro.

[@josephfisher2324]

Which MacBook do you use?

[@MrStedfast01]

Get the pro

[@robmclaughlin6461]

Hi from New Zealand Kyle! Excellent video and just what i needed.. my 2017 super spec'd quad core intel Macbook Pro just developed a screen fault and I decided it was time to upgrade.. to the new Macbook Pro.. OF COURSE! I couldn't believe my luck that the new M3 Air has JUST been released. You know how it is, it's usually "oh i just bought the M2 and the M3 is out. Not this time! And after a bunch of videos your very detailed review sealed the deal. Instead of spending a boatload more I'm going with the Macbook Air 15.. I use FCP and a bunch of other programs of course, and I'm feeling super happy to go with the Air (as I'm about to travel for 6 months) and it looks like it'll do everything I need. THANKS! You saved me considerable dollars.. it hasn't arrived yet but I ordered after watching this, so chur bro! (as we say in NZ.. or choice brutha.. LOL)

[@Duke_of_Dhaka]

10:45 thats the app he’s using during 10:45 - 10:48 looks like some sort of activity monitor. What’s the apps name?

[@pedrotabachi2342]

i would like to know as well

[@Thatbeardedguy86]

It’s called CleanMyMac X

[@Airlord_00]

Sir just love ur aesthetic colourful wallpapers....where do u source?

[@tjf7101]

I have the M1 Pro 14 inch. Great machine. But if they ever come out with an Air with USB C on BOTH sides and a mini led option I’d really have to think about it.

[@jerrybooth866]

Bro I need your wallpapers? I need em. Love your content! You kick ass! My new fav tech reviewer.

[@vz3_]

I was making the decision between the Air and the M3 Pro. I could definitely get by with the Air but the M3 Pro is going for around $1600 in the refurb store and I couldn’t turn that down.

[@possiblyinsane6995]

its going for 1,699 and is only three hundred dollars less. why get a used one? especially when you can get it brand new on sale a lot of the times.

[@vz3_]

@@possiblyinsane6995 I got a 18gb/1tb M3 Pro (the processor upgrade) for $1800. You’re not going to find that for anywhere near that price outside of refurb. And Apple’s refurb program is *excellent*

[@elcarteldr3995]

where are the wallpapers you use in the video? The ones in the link are the not the same

[@VeaceslavBARBARII]

3:21 Actually MacBook Air M3 supports up to 11 Full HD monitors via DisplayLink. For example, using StarTech quad dock you can have four external monitors with the lid open.

[@KyleErickson]

In that case, it's not Mac that supports it, it's DisplayLink that enables it. I wouldn't recommend anyone use DisplayLink unless they have to, personally.

[@ashitavohra2181]

Sorry for the silly question but If i’m using it for say netflix or photo editing for 4 hours straight, would it get really heated up? How long until it does actually start heating up

[@jeffbanas3021]

What wallpaper is show in this video? I don’t see it on your store.

[@colin_reed]

What software/app did you use to see the performance of the Mac? Great video!

[@scottd1342]

Great review. It's great how you get straight to the meat of this without all of the waffle almost all reviewers suffer from. I never once felt like I had to fast forward or speed up your video. You've also got me thinking about selling my M1 Pro MBP and replacing it with the M3 Air.

[@scottd1342]

@Leon-tm5tj checking the specs on my M1 Pro and you're probably right -- it's got a 10-core CPU and 14-core GPU, 200GB/s memory bandwidth and a fan of course.

[@Adrianinhd]

Looking at the specs of the M3 air, i’m not considering the M3 Pro at all. I do lots of photo editing, cleaning up in Photoshop, editing in Premiere Pro and Davinci Resolve. And Ive done all of that with my almost 10 year old Pro (definitely not all at once lol!)

[@jessefallas7094]

I noticed mine gets pretty hot on the bottom without really doing much. Is that normal since it’s passive cooling and is it something to be concerned about regarding the hardware under the hood?

[@popfan125]

I've gotten the M3 MacBook Air yesterday as an upgrade from the M1 MacBook Air. I even had double the ram and storage on the M3 MacBook Air to make it worth the upgrade from the M1 MacBook Air!

[@joshuaanthony4804]

You just saved me about $1800. I was about to go for the new M4 MBP, but went with the M3 Air with the new spec bump of 16GB of memory. Thanks!

[@drkovalex]

Thanx for the review, Kyle! I‘ve decided to order the MacBook Air 15” M3 with 24 GB RAM! 👍

[@possiblyinsane6995]

what do you want all that ram for, whats your workload this piece of garbage overheats

[@studymainia]

If you can pay that much then get a pro bro

[@drkovalex]

@@possiblyinsane6995 it will not overheat if you will work in normal way without intensive computations. I will use XCode, JetBrains sometimes it is needed for additional RAM.

[@drkovalex]

@@studymainiano it is not. I made a comparsion table and any way a Pro-version begins from $~3000, and M3 Air I bought for ~2100. It is near by $1000 difference for fan+few cores.

[@medspirit74]

@@drkovalex Hmm just bought a new pro m3 pro chip for $1999. 18gb and 512 gm. So almost roughly same price range. Now the Max starts at around $3k ish

[@BAROGPILIPINAS]

Just buy my Macbook air M3 15inches last week, i am very impressed with this slim guy! I love it!

[@joloriquelme]

I’ve said many times: no more 60 Hz displays for me. On any device. Ever. That’s why I stick to a MBP (120 Hz).

[@cartieriustitia]

Where can we get the wallpaper on the right at 12:09 plz

[@oscarenriquerodriguez6047]

He makes wallpaper set’s, for $3 USD, its an unreleased set, idk when it’ll be available

[@cartieriustitia]

Yes I saw his site but unfortunately it’s not released. I would be more than happy to buy it !

[@darrickzahlmann]

Great review. Wondering if I should replace my m1 MBP 14" for the 15" M3 Air. Can't wait for the new wallpaper pack.

[@dandogamer]

For $100 more you can just get the m3 MBP which has better screen (brightness), speakers, more ports, a fan so it doesnt get throttled and overheat and it's only 90 grams heavier than the 15' m3 MBA

[@dawdoo]

Yup I looked at them both and was a hard decision . For me the extra real estate on the 15 Air screen was more important.

[@curryisgood6103]

I just ordered a new macbook air 13 with 16GB ram after having my macbook pro 2017 for over 7 years at that point. (still works) For me the price plays a role in making a decision, also that the air is lighter. I tested both of them in the store. Yes, I wish I had the even better display, even better keyboard, battery and speakers but do I need it or better saying is it worth my 500 + Euros more -> No and I really want a light portable device. Hopefully I will be happy with the air

[@lu-cv5gj]

how has it been? im between just getting the 16gb m3 air and balling out with the 18gb m3 pro. I also want a sleek design but i feel like the 120hz screen and performance might just be worth it?

[@Crazy_Transformation]

Which MacBook is better for video editing? Both are almost the same price on Education sale. MacBook air m2 16gb 512gb VS MacBook air M3 16gb 256gb. Or, anything else do you recommend?

[@stormtrooper253]

Same question here.

[@Crazy_Transformation]

@@stormtrooper253 I bought the M3 model.

[@abdulrahmanalhashmi9582]

Does the air m3 8gb ram worth it? for light ios development + web and mainly productivity work (product managment) ?

[@smoked5050]

I just got my first Mac Book Air M3 yesterday (I have always used a HP), I have an iPhone 15 pro max and I have the air pods pro and air pods 2nd gen but back to the Mac, I am still trying to get used to using it and I can not figure out how to open another web page and how do you power it down? I have a lot of questions since this is my very first Mac but they will come in due time.

[@wutangcatclan]

Open up a second web page is CMD + T (tab)

[@rondobrondo]

In the menu bar, You can go to File -> New Window. Or you can just press Command + N. If you wanna open another tab, press the + icon in the safari window, or File -> New Tab or command + T. You power it down by going to the menu, clicking the Apple logo -> Shut Down

[@smoked5050]

thank you! @@rondobrondo

[@whocares961]

100% at the point! Good review - Thnx!

[@kiosh]

Just scored a m2 pro macbook pro 16" for 1500 usd... i cant believe my luck

[@peteandpuy]

I'd like to know how the choices handle Logic Pro. Not sure how you do that. Is there a speed test that addresses this? Youth wants to know.

[@bxp1696]

I have a 13inch macbook air w M3 and i was worried if it will perform to my expectations. I had a 16inch macbook pro w m3 max processor before this 13. I am very impressed w the macbook air. Its on all the time, no gaming but several apps open all the time, its on all the time. It only has 8gb ram but ive yet to see it slow down.

[@alishan-ca]

outstanding review go ahead you review one device in very different aspect thank you

[@ChemIngs90]

What can you recommend for music productions .. logic and the air or pro ? 24gb / 2 tb air ?

[@PierreDybman]

Music production is not as demanding as video production, which is I proved and favoured in the M3 over the previous 2 generations. You should be fine with 16g, and the air will be preferable as no fans mean no noise. But you'll need a thunderbolt dock, as you'll probably also need to link a sound interface. And some external SSD disks, which make more sense than going above 512gb of Ram. You may find good deals on the m2 variants, which are better for sound production anyway.

[@ChemIngs90]

Okay cool ! So , I only need one usbc.. I have the UAD Apollo and it works fine with only one usbc port. 2 TB ssd is enough for my library stuff . I think I take 24gb ram ..

[@tekninjoe]

I have been looking endlessly for a video that tells me if my MacBook Air m3 is good enough for Final Cut Pro 4k timeline editing or if I had to buy a Mac mini m4 and Im thinking that you answered my question despite no one and I mean no one having a direct Macbook air m3 to Mac mini m4 comparison.. Thank you! sub earned!

[@PawFromTheBroons]

The mic you're using isn't in the Gear List, in your description.

[@KyleErickson]

Noted!

[@omerrr09]

I really frustrated with screen because could not watch any movie with full screen. The black lines up and bottom does not disappear neither in youtube or any browser (safari, mozilla) full screen video. This is also same as in your screen. My dell laptop i bought in 2012 still work very vell and watch any movie in full screen. Do i miss something?

[@jacobx89x]

Any chance you can point us in the direction to find the wallpapers used in the video? Your Gumroad ones are not like the ones in the video.

[@manzahalem8845]

Excellent info, New Subscriber and a comment for your algorithm!

[@jessefallas7094]

Looking forward to the follow up video!

[@nicolasb.henry294]

I have a base M2 MBA and it is also an amazing machine. I prefer the Air to the Pro series fro the reason theyv are so easy to carry when you are on the go and powerful enought to do all kind of jobs even photo editing. For me the most important is my creativity more than the last technology I am looking for good machines able to help me this si why I really like the Air line-up.

[@davejackson7468]

Nice info. Returned MacBook Pro and waiting on my MacBook Air M3 to arrive. Thank you

[@blakegreen-walsh5]

where did you get that colorful splash background?!

[@NerdMoto276]

I was caught between the 13" Air and a 14" MBP. I really don't love the fact that the air doesn't have a fan. Not that I really do anything intensive on a laptop, but if/when I do, it seems silly to have it throttled because it has no fan. I just happened to get $300 off the 14" MBP w/ 16GB RAM and 1TB SSD, so it ended up being the same price as a 13" Air w/ 16GB RAM/1TB SSD. I'd recommend folks looking for deals like that at Best Buy and other stores, unless you really want to save that

[@chrispotterfan]

excellent video - subscribed

[@ace3444]

So I have a dilemma. I’m looking at getting a replacement for my 2013 MacBook Pro that is been a great computer this entire time. I’m looking at a MacBook Air M3 with 16 GB of ram and a one terabyte hard drive versus an M2 air with 24 GB of ram and one terabyte Ssd. The price is essentially the same, but I cannot decide which would be better long-term.

[@michaelfyod]

8gb of RAM is not enough, my M1 air doesn't feel smooth when I use it. I'm not a heavy user, I mostly use it for browsing and it feels like some sort of elephant straining to fit in the laptop. I mean, if you're an experienced laptop/pc user you can say in no time that this piece of gear feels slow. A browser on my 5 years old 400$ PC with 16gb of RAM feels like a breathe of air in comparison with Macbook M1. If you want to buy a macbook for a minimal price, the best choise is to find an older M1 version for 600-700$, but not a 1000$ M3! If you really want to have the latest thing, wait a bit and buy a version with at least 16gb of RAM when you'll have a bit more money or wait for a sale.

[@andyH_England]

My base MB Pro 13 M1 is 3.5 years old and still super-fast. I use some housekeeping tips to keep it running like a beast. They are just general care and attention, and they work for me. I restart at least once a week. I close windows I am not using. Overnight, I close out windows to clear the cache and set the browser to reopen previous closed windows. I do not use tabs; I have a separate window for each website. These keep my Mac blistering fast and comparable with 16GB Windows alternatives.

[@Mr.C0ffee]

How are your thermals and is it uncomfortable to the touch?

[@mufa.7646]

XHDR screen and 6 piece speaker system really take watching movies on it to whole different level, the bigger 14.2” screen is cherry on top. Also having the fans helps a ton for sustained performance (MacBook air throttles significantly after any heavy task of more than 10mins). You get all of these benefits for just $100 more, thats no brainer to me.

[@saulgood2366]

Only with intels. Most people don’t need a pro since they’re not doing pro work.

[@kamikakushi_]

​@@saulgood2366 You read too much Apple slide deck. You seem to get confused on who are these pros.

[@vishrutgoyani8071]

I do Mobile development & use Android studio which is really resource hungry software on windows. But, on My M2 Air 16, 512, I find it doing way better. The build time is reduced by 30 to 40%. Well my windows PC had i5 7th gen, 8 GB RAM. But man! This is still so fast! I don't use GPU much. I'm not into video editing and all that. So for me, Air series is more than enough. 🙌🏻

[@saulgood2366]

@@kamikakushi_ your PowerPoint presentations and google docs use do not define you as a ‘pro’ no matter how much you wish it.

[@kamikakushi_]

@@saulgood2366 May I know what you consider as pros then? You don't seem to be able to answer it either. Need more time to get the answer from the internet?

[@OujaMori]

*Each new device* "Best money can buy"

[@adityachaudhary3399]

I have a tight budget so please can anyone help me! Should I but the macbook air m2 16gb ram with 512gb storage or macboom air m3 16gb ram with 256gb storage? I’ll be getting more storage with the m2 air but i can buy external ssd with m3 what should i do?

[@arielovalle4777]

M3 since you’ll get an external SSD

[@Darkeninggg]

Get the m3 and buy an external storage

[@anawarabegum236]

Yes, I have the same question, should i go for m3 with 16 gb ram 256 gb storage? Will this combination best or m2 air 16 gb ram 512 gb storage?

[@MrCuerv010]

I don’t see that wallpaper in the packs on your website..

[@KyleErickson]

I haven't made one for those yet

[@MrCuerv010]

@@KyleErickson got it.. well I’ll be waiting for that pack to release. 🤙🏽

[@ProtossHyrdalisk]

I'm slowly drifting out of software development as I approach the age of 40. Looking at grabbing a Macbook Air M3 13 inch for writing / screenwriting and light video editing. I'm a little concerned that I might need to get a Mac Mini or Mac Studio with more GPU cores eventually for video editing. I tried a Surface Pro 9 for awhile, but it doesn't feel like the right platform to write on. It's not a bad device, but I don't love the keyboard and I need a little more room. I appreciate that the Air can be used with two monitors now. That's pretty huge. I'm hoping to work on a short film on my Macbook Air. Thinking I might need to grab an external drive (only got the 512GB), but hoping to capture my footage on my iPhone 15 Pro.

[@jacksonhoward3743]

The ability to use more external displays is a huge plus...I wish my M2 Air could get that feature with a software update as it seems like it is more of a software limitation. I won't be upgrading anytime soon, so that would make me far more satisfied with my M2 macbook.

[@karpuzir]

Nice video thank you! I'm in the market for a new mac (my first one) and I cant decide between the 16gb ram Air or the 8gb pro...both m3. I'm gonna use it for Figma mostly and light browsing. What is your suggestion?

[@mohammedahmed5736]

Hi. How does the MBA work with your docking stations? I see you have the caldigit and the Ivanky. Thanks.

[@wildlifesimon]

Great video. Debating between this and pretty much same spec macbook pro m3. How does this aire hook up to another screen without hdmi port, and can a wireless mouse be connected without having to plug anything in (reciever)? Thanks

[@tellurian.002]

THE Review that I was looking for. Thanks! Just a banal question, for the blender renders, what if I opt for a 16 GB RAM Air and compare its swiftness with M3 Pro one? Will the Air be better. Just trying to work out which one suits me best. I certainly wouldn't want a 100° hot device on my lap.

[@JonaaBLKWL]

Thanks for making these videos! I've been so sort between Mac models

[@ALucki77]

My question. What is the issue of scratches or scrapes from connectors etc? Does the black paint scratch and come off and you can see the silver underneath?

[@KyleErickson]

no, over time you might get some wear there, just a faint ring around the sharp edge, but that's all from what I've seen

[@lastminutekid]

15 inch 8gb/512 m3 air OR 13 inch 16gb/512 m3 air.... which ones better? I am a student. Heavy use next 3 years for sure.

[@JubierJimenez-ic9of]

Always go for more RAM

[@kensai7]

What monitors are you using, Kyle? Are you happy with the setup?

[@KyleErickson]

studio display right now, but trying some other gear out soon

[@kensai7]

@@KyleErickson and the vertical one?

[@kevinanthony3549]

Do you think someone who just wants to make heavy unity builds occasionally, will air work?

[@pronouncedArceus]

I need that wallpaper at 0:02 its too fire

[@PayneWewton]

You need to find the apostrophe key on your keyboard.

[@pronouncedArceus]

@@PayneWewton boomer ass reply

[@aleksandrmikhailov3255]

How to live with 512gb SSD in 2024? I have about 500gb of footage from my 3 week vacation (osmo pocket 3). How do I edit it on the 512gb laptop? I live in Cyprus and there's no custom options and no delivery from Apple. 512gb version is the maximum I can get 😢😢😢

[@kaalyes10]

So I am wondering if I brought a lemon… I just brought the m3 a week ago… my first Mac.. and it’s extremely slow and glitchy. I’m considering returning it

[@amagneto]

Cool video, thanks. I went and ordered MBA 13" M3 24GB 1TB 🚀

[@caydenpo1001]

Bruh that makes absolutely no sense. Just get the pro at that point.

[@nathanthomson777]

@@caydenpo1001you realise for the 14 inch pro 1 tb and 24 gb it’s like 400 more at least over here in the UK

[@amagneto]

@@caydenpo1001 it does makes sense to me, to match this configuration PRO would cost me another £350/400 and it's heavier etc.

[@สมชายเอี่ยมบุญ-ป2ย]

Thanks you so much for details

[@MarbsMusic]

Three of my sons and I have 16" or 14" Pro models (M1 & M2 Pros). We just bought this exact machine for my wife and she loves it. For what she is doing, probably the most demanding being photo editing from time to time, it's almost overkill but should last her for many years to come. While I just saw your video after purchase many of your points are the exact same reasons we went with this one! Excellent points!

[@Fecebd]

What is the name of the app that tracks the CPU temp, utilization etc. 🙏?

[@ktobias63]

I was having a hard time choosing between the M3 MacBook Air and the M3 MacBook Pro, specs are identical. In the end I went with the MacBook Pro, it's my fourth. Why the Pro? Better battery life, better screen, better sound, 2 fans for the times that it does run hot and I've gotten tired of having a dongle to connect anything lately, so the SDXC car slot is great, as is the HDMI port.

[@mitchellquartero]

I’m considering upgrading to the M3 MacBook Air from my mid 2019 MacBook Air

[@Riah111]

What app are you running for for stats (wifi, connected devices etc) that you showed on the screen?

[@KyleErickson]

Clean My Mac X. There's a link in the description. Been working on my own, but I put os much time into these videos I haven't got very far with it yet. Hoping to poke at it more soon or get some help with it.

[@stormtrooper253]

Does the paint on Midnight's sockets chip after months/years of use?

[@Best0fBritish]

Pro vs. Non-Pro? In the old days the 13 inch Non-Pro's used to be a poor relation to the 13 Pro, specifically the build quality+magsafe+speakers made the Pro a must have. These days the upgrades the Air has had plus the bulk of the Pro versus these slim, fan-less M3 air's makes you take stock. Apart from the performance tiering (which boils down to what you want to use the laptop for) it seems to be down to whether you want 120hz or not. I switch between 120hz and 60hz all the time and I have concluded that its not a deal breaker for me on a 13 inch model.

[@pfh777]

Helpful video. Any reason to upgrade my M1 Air 16gb 1 Tb SSD?

[@il-Dolce-Far-Niente]

I got my M3 16GB 512Gb 13” today! Love it

[@nonmahram]

for wedding video editing using premier pro and after effect what do you think if using 8gb of ram, is it safe, smooth?