2011 13 MacBook Air vs. 2011 13 MacBook Pro
Both are the base models, the Pro has the optional 128GB SSD to match the Air.
Cost:
MacBook Air - $1299
Macbook Pro - $1449
Winner = MacBook Air
Screen:
MacBook Air 13.3 16:10 1440x900
Macbook Pro - 13.3 16:10 1280x800
Winner = MacBook Air
CPU Performance:
MacBook Air i5-2557M
Macbook Pro i5-2410M, Single Thread 5.5% faster, Multithread 13.5% faster
Winner = MacBook Pro
GPU Performance:
MacBook Air 384MB Intel HD 3000 (Integrated Graphics)
Macbook Pro - 384MB Intel HD 3000 (Integrated Graphics)
Winner = Tie
Size:
MacBook Air 0.68 in thick max, 45.2 in^2
Macbook Pro 0.95 in thick max, 108.5in^2
Winner = MacBook Air
Weight:
MacBook Air 2.96 lbs
Macbook Pro 4.5 lbs
Winner = MacBook Air
Battery Life:
MacBook Air 50WHr, 7 hours
Macbook Pro 63.5WHr, 7 hours
Winner = Tie
Winner:
13.3 MacBook Air by A LOT
So you give up slight loss in single thread speed, for something that is much heavier, much larger, and has a worse screen. Basically you would be mad to pay more for a MacBook Pro.