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[2020] MacBook Air with M1 Discussion Thread
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volrath
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 Apr 29 2021, 12:06 PM
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Hi sifus, planning to jump back into Apple wagon, because of the M1 of course. Just wondering on which one I should get (be it MBA or MBP) based on my usage below:
Current:
1) Productivity tools (Browsers/Google Workspace/MS Suite/light editing)
2) Netflix and other streaming services
3) Parallel to W10
Future:
1) image and video editing (non-hardcore)
2) light gaming like nothing beyond eSport titles
With the above requirements, should I get 256gb or 512gb variant? Apple tax on storage is too high, just wondering if I can get away with 256gb even with parallel inside. (but, buying Apple means buy now or we'll be stuck without upgrades forever)
In terms of RAM, I believe I shall get the 16gb to have better longevity/resale value in the next coup years.
Would the 7 vs 8 gpu cores matter here?
If depends on my budget, I can buy whichever variants, just trying to make a smarter decision only.
Thanks in advance, guys.
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volrath
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Apr 29 2021, 02:14 PM
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QUOTE(pepsin @ Apr 29 2021, 02:09 PM) Generally MBP will be more suitable. Fan for long hour of extensive CPU+GPU load 16GB RAM for hardcore multitasking >256GB storage for installing lots of apps, editing plugin, (if you can get away with external SSD, then should be ok for viewing files or editing video.) I use MBA because I do simple task only. I just need fast laptop and good battery life. If really do hard core thing, better wait for desktop class. HI, I think my usage is fairly normal though, nothing hardcore. BTW, your MBA is base model or the other? (ssd upgrade/ram or both) |
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volrath
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Apr 29 2021, 02:29 PM
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QUOTE(pepsin @ Apr 29 2021, 02:17 PM) I use cheapest one. MBA 256GB 8GB RAM. I just want that m1 chip only. Haha So far with your usage, not even once feeling not having enough RAM? All butter smooth? |
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volrath
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Apr 29 2021, 06:44 PM
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QUOTE(pepsin @ Apr 29 2021, 02:56 PM) I use safari 10 tabs, brave 15 tabs. Light on Microsoft Words and excel. 2 iPad games, mouse tweak, Facebook messenger. All open at once no problem. I would say these pretty consider normal usage. I think m1 is too fast. So ya, I just feel snappy. BTW, MBA really no heating issue, not even warm. I only feel warm if downloading large app from slow internet or photo editing. That’s it. Hope my experience is relatable to you. Damn, looks like the base model is quite punchy enough to do almost everything haha. Thanks for the feedback, bro |
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volrath
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Apr 29 2021, 06:44 PM
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QUOTE(underworld @ Apr 29 2021, 03:59 PM) if budget not a concern , mayb can hold on and wait for the m2 variant for the MBP coming soon That's true, but time may be of concern haha. |
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volrath
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Jun 21 2021, 02:14 PM
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QUOTE(soonwai @ Apr 8 2021, 12:36 AM) I'm using Viewsonic VX3276-2K-mhd with my Mac mini. Should be no problem with the MBA. If I have time I'll hook it up to double confirm. Hey I'm using this exact monitor right now, but the scaling seems off, I can't get it to 1440p, it's 2048x1152, pretty weird. Already press Option Key + Scaled I'm connected with a USB-C Adapter (Dell DA200) + HDMI cable wonder what went wrong  Is it my HDMI cable not supporting, or the USB-C Adapter not working, or the monitor isn't compatible with MacBook Air M1? |
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