Right, so I know that this question has been posed multiple times. However, I just want to try get some more solid info before I pull the trigger.
So I have decided to upgrade from my 15" Macbook Pro 2014 to one of the new M1s. I actually look forward to downgrade in size, just because of portability. However, I am unsure about the differences between the pros and airs, particularly in terms of screen quality. I have read that the pros screens are superior in quality, not just in terms of brightness but also in contrast ratio and blacks (and quality control seems better overall). I have tried to test them out in store, but due to the overly bright lights it's quite hard to discern any differences. Does anyone have any thoughts on differences in screen quality (also in comparison to my current 2014 pro)? I will use it primarily for photographic work, and some occasional video work.
Also, what are your thoughts on battery life differences in real life? See some people complaining about battery life diminishing quickly in some airs...
For some context, I can get a refurbed M1 air 16gb for about 1070usd equivalent, or a refurbed 16gb M1 pro for 1320usd. Which do you think would be better for photographic/video work? I intend to keep it for a while (at least 5 years)!
Thanks!
So I have decided to upgrade from my 15" Macbook Pro 2014 to one of the new M1s. I actually look forward to downgrade in size, just because of portability. However, I am unsure about the differences between the pros and airs, particularly in terms of screen quality. I have read that the pros screens are superior in quality, not just in terms of brightness but also in contrast ratio and blacks (and quality control seems better overall). I have tried to test them out in store, but due to the overly bright lights it's quite hard to discern any differences. Does anyone have any thoughts on differences in screen quality (also in comparison to my current 2014 pro)? I will use it primarily for photographic work, and some occasional video work.
Also, what are your thoughts on battery life differences in real life? See some people complaining about battery life diminishing quickly in some airs...
For some context, I can get a refurbed M1 air 16gb for about 1070usd equivalent, or a refurbed 16gb M1 pro for 1320usd. Which do you think would be better for photographic/video work? I intend to keep it for a while (at least 5 years)!
Thanks!