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Re:Apple's M4 Max chip is the fastest single-core performer ... by superb_dev on Friday November 01, 2024 @06:39PM (#42022253)
The airs are incredible. I’ve been doing all my personal dev work on an M2 Air for years, it’s the best laptop I’ve ever owned.

I’m only compelled to upgrade for more ram, but I only feel the pressure of 8gb in rare cases. (I do wish I could swap the ram)

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Re:Apple's M4 Max chip is the fastest single-core performer ... by grahamj on Saturday November 02, 2024 @12:01AM (#42023978)
I was the same with the M1 Air until a couple months ago when I decided I wanted more screen real estate. That plus the 120Hz miniLED and better battery and sound make the 16" a great upgrade as long as the size and weight aren't an issue. I just use it at home so it's fine but the Air really is remarkable for portability.
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Re:Apple's M4 Max chip is the fastest single-core performer ... by Reason077 on Saturday November 02, 2024 @12:35AM (#42024098)
I have the M1 Air, too. I just plug in to a nice big Thunderbolt display when I need more screen!

I'll likely upgrade to the M4 Air when it comes out. The M4 MacBook Pro is tempting, but I value portability and they're just so chunky and heavy compared to the Air.

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