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Apple
MacBook Air M4 15"
- 18-hour battery life
- Fanless, completely silent
- Stunning Liquid Retina display
Our Verdict
The best laptop for creative professionals, period. Unmatched performance-per-watt, incredible display, and marathon battery life. The price is steep, but the productivity gains are real.
Detailed Scores
Pros & Cons
Pros
- M4 Pro delivers incredible performance
- 24-hour battery life
- Best laptop display on the market
- Silent under light workloads
- Excellent port selection for a Mac
Cons
- Very expensive starting price
- No touchscreen
- macOS only (no Windows dual-boot on Apple Silicon)
Specifications
Processor Apple M4 Pro (14-core CPU)
Graphics Apple M4 Pro (20-core GPU)
RAM 24 GB unified memory
Storage 512 GB SSD
Display 14.2" Liquid Retina XDR, 3024x1964, 120Hz ProMotion, 1600 nits HDR
Battery 72.4 Wh, up to 24h
Weight 1.55 kg
Ports 3x Thunderbolt 5, HDMI 2.1, SD card, MagSafe, 3.5mm
Operating System macOS Sequoia
Where to Buy
Amazon.co.uk Best price
€2,449
View price → Currys
€2,548
View price → John Lewis
€2,623
View price → Prices are approximate and may vary. Last checked: 27 March 2026
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ASUS
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- RTX 5070 Ti in a thin chassis
- Gorgeous 16" OLED 240Hz display
- Strong CPU performance
83
Dell
Dell XPS 16
- Breathtaking 4K OLED display
- Sleek edge-to-edge design
- Strong performance with RTX GPU option
Frequently Asked Questions
M4 or M4 Pro — which should I choose?
The base M4 is fine for everyday work. Choose M4 Pro if you do video editing, 3D rendering, or heavy multitasking with large files.
Is 24 GB of unified memory enough?
For most professional workflows, yes. If you run multiple VMs or work with very large datasets, consider the 48 GB M4 Max option.
Can I connect external displays?
Yes, the M4 Pro supports up to two external displays at 6K resolution, plus the built-in display.