I'm using a 2018 MBP (4 thunderbolt ports) base model and now am thinking if I should upgrade to MBA M1 base model or MBA M2 base model.

I generally use my laptops for:
- run reports in Salesforce
- analyse data in Excel
- watch movies by attaching an HDMI cable to the TV
- may want to edit videos in the future (may or may not happen)

My problem with M1 now is the 2 thunderbolt ports. I've a mechanical keyboard that requires an extra port (the other 2 would be connected to a TV and a charger).
I like the larger touchID button in M2; but kinda dislike that they moved the speakers away from the sides.

Any advice?

This post has been edited by tradingGo: Nov 20 2022, 03:39 PM

My MBP has that flashing/flickering touch bar issue which can't be solved unless I pay 2k to change the keyboard.
I would have been eligible for the keyboard service program had I not dropped the laptop and voided that warranty.

The other reason is I need to lower my taxable income.

Do you guys feel any difference between the keyboard on MBA M1 vs M2?
I feel like M2's keyboard is better or maybe I'm wrong?