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Apple MacBook Air M1 13 Inch 8GB 256GB vsApple MacBook Air M4 13 Inch 16GB 512GB
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| Specification | Apple MacBook Air M1 13 Inch 8GB 256GB | Apple MacBook Air M4 13 Inch 16GB 512GB |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Ksh 104,900 | Ksh 159,900 |
| Brand | Apple | Apple |
| Model | MacBook Air M1 | MacBook Air M4 13 Inch |
| Availability | Out of stock | Out of stock |
| AI Features | 16-core Neural Engine | Neural Engine (scene recognition, predictive typing, Siri enhancements) |
| Battery Type | Built-in 49.9‑watt‑hour lithium‑polymer battery | Lithium Polymer |
| Bluetooth Version | Bluetooth 5.0 | Bluetooth 5.3 |
| Build Material | 100% Recycled Aluminum | Recycled Aluminum |
| Build Quality | Premium unibody aluminum construction | Premium unibody aluminum |
| Colors | Space Grey, Silver, Gold | Midnight, Starlight, Space Grey, Silver |
| Cooling System | Fanless passive cooling | Fanless passive cooling |
| CPU Processor | Apple M1 chip | Apple M4 |
| Display Size | 13.3 Inch | 13.6-inch |
| Extras | Webcam: 720p FaceTime HD, Security Features: Touch ID, Sustainability & Eco-Friendly Materials: Made with 100% recycled aluminum, Integrated vs. Discrete GPU Performance: Integrated GPU, Hinge Durability & Design: Standard durable clamshell hinge, Durabil | Dedicated AI Chips: 16-core Neural Engine, Durability & MIL-STD Certification: No MIL-STD certification, Hinge Durability & Design: Standard clamshell hinge, Integrated vs. Discrete GPU Performance: Integrated 10-core GPU (high-performance for light to me |
| Fast Charging | Yes (via USB-C) | Yes (via MagSafe 3) |
| GPU Processor | Integrated 8-core GPU | Integrated 10-core GPU |
| Keyboard And Trackpad | Keyboard: Backlit, scissor mechanism, no Numpad, Trackpad Quality: Force Touch trackpad with precise control | Keyboard: Backlit Magic Keyboard, no numpad, Trackpad Quality: Large Force Touch trackpad (glass surface, precision) |
| Noise Level | Silent (fanless) | Silent (fanless design) |
| Operating System | macOS | macOS Sonoma |
| Ports | 2 x Thunderbolt / USB 4, 3.5mm jack | 2x Thunderbolt / USB 4, MagSafe 3 |
| Pre Installed Apps | macOS, Safari, iMovie, GarageBand, Pages, Numbers, Keynote | macOS Sonoma + standard Apple suite (Safari, Mail, Pages, etc.) |
| RAM Size | 8GB unified memory | 16GB Unified |
| Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz |
| Resolution | 2560 x 1600 (Retina) | 2560 x 1664 (Retina) |
| Speakers | Stereo speakers with wide stereo sound | Wide stereo speakers with Spatial Audio support |
| Storage Capacity | 256GB SSD | 512GB SSD |
| Weight | 1.29kg, ultra-portable | 1.24 kg – Ultra lightweight and compact |
| WiFi Support | Wi-Fi 6 | Wi-Fi 6E |
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