M2 MacBook AIR Review | The Best Laptop EXCEPT... (1 month later) 

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The fact that you find M2 air is faster than MacBook Pro in some scenarios and that it didn’t need ram as much as Windows shows that you put efforts in your comparison. Many other reviews are lousy in this respect, they only did comparison on benchmark.

This could be the best review that I’ve seen on the M2 MacBook Air. It covers all the key areas of a new computer purchase in a clear and concise manner, with a nice sprinkling of opinions/recommendations interspersed throughout. There’s so much FUD being spread about the slower base model SSD, particularly from some other RU-vidrs and publications who seem to be forgetting (or not caring) who this device is really designed for. After watching this video, I feel reassured with choosing the base model and that my fairly light needs won’t be affected. Thank you 🙏

I just bought mine because of your review. You did not get too technical on specs we don't understand. Thank you for focusing on features that matter to most consumers!

I watched like 30+ videos on the MacBook Air compared to the 14” pro and by far this is the best video on RU-vid! Also, the multiple tabs being open, 8GB ram vs the upgrade and 4k video rendering on both- nobody discussed it like you did. You just made this an easier purchase decision!

I really love how your review gives examples that are actually applicable to many people in their daily lives

Best review hands down. Objective on temperature and throttling in particular . these 2 areas found other reviewers responding “emotionally”. Love how she threw in that little fan to appease those who were hung up on throttling.

The best review that actually covers a lot of useful real world comparisons. I like how you showed the multiple tabs at use, and mentioned web development does not need heavy compiling which this will suffice.

Omg! It’s so crazy how much research and data you have on all these machines. And each test was so thorough and you showed activity monitor, supporting images and thermal testing. Absolutely amazing video and informative!

Most thorough and most ‘understandable’ review, in my opinion, as someone who’s not so techy. You covered all answers to all questions I had in mind.

You’re the most professional and competent reviewer I’ve ever seen incredibly detailed without being excessively technical. This is exactly the information I was looking for because I would’ve bought the wrong machine. Thank you so much.!

Excellent, Ella! Finally someone who presents and explains the performance for daily tasks. I wish there would be someone who could show us how this new machine works in usual music production cases with Logic Pro X... no benchmarks, just tracking mixing mastering with our usual plugins. I wish Apple could give me one for testing and presentation here in Central Eastern Europe... but it never will happen. I hope I can afford 14 or 16 MBP with next gen M2 Pro chip, and I can fill this gap on RU-vid.

Very thorough and in depth. I really appreciate all the time and work you put into your reviews. Your channel just keeps getting better and better. Thank you!

Your reviews are SOOO GOOD !!! And prioritise REAL WORLD scenarios and task - even huge youtubers in tech world really miss the point sometimes, but you never dissapoint..like how you talked about the single core performance and how most tasks on the web which a lot of people to for their work or free time - that is soo important. As a web developer myself I love single core performance, the m2 air was a noticeable jump from my old m1. Thank you :)

Think this is my first comment to any video on youtube - ever (and i'm a 36 year old IT Specialist, using youtube every single day). I just had to give you a virtual high-five. This is a great and honest review. You can always get something bigger, better and faster, when it comes to tech. But in reality you rarely really use all theese ekstra horsepower. I love how you are being realistic about the use-cases, and and i love the format of your review and the videoediting. Great job! You've got a new follower! :)

This is the best m2 MBA review! Thanks for considering actual normal peoples' tasks without talking all about video editing and stuff! Subbed!

normal usage for 3 -4 hrs. .. ate up only 35% battery and still lots of battery to use . just got mine few hours ago and fully charge 100% Now Ella's videos on mac are my "Go-To" anything apple

Thanks for this video. There is a lot of noise around the M2 Air. It's really good to see it reviewed through the lens of "normal" usage and compared to the other offerings.

Thank you for the fantastic review! You’ve definitely made it easier for me to pull the trigger on this computer. I wish that all reviews were this concise, engaging and easy to follow. Well done.

This was so comprehensive yet concise. Amazing review with great comparison to alternatives. Keep doing what you're doing!

This is by far the most useful and balanced review I've seen so far.

I love how detailed your review is!

This is the most accurate review, i have been using the m2 air base model for the last 2 months, and it’s been a great machine for all my work files, editing scripts, reading, and web development.

Seriously? This is by far the most thorough and best review I've seen of anything. Great job! 🙌✨

this review was actually really helpful, as a student i dont understand what bench mark scores mean so the real life comparisons to test how fast the airbook is compared to the pro was so much easier to understand! Especially as a Windows user my whole life the comparison to the i7 chip also gave great perspective.

Have to say this is the best and most informative non BS macbook air m2 review I've seen so far!

Excellent work actually doing the test of the most common uses for a laptop rather than just relying on benchmark tests. I was all but ready to purchase the 14" M1 Pro since most reviewers are claiming it to be the better device but the hardest I push my laptop doing is running lightroom for my photography and now I'm wondering if the MBA would be the better choice.

Really excellent review. I think most casual users that want a Mac get caught up and confused by reviews that talk about video editing and high end work loads, Yada, yada, yada. Your review is definitely more appropriate for casual every day use. Nice job and appreciate you taking the time to go over everything. 😃

Ella, I really enjoyed this video! It's the first time I've watched one of your tech videos, you've earned a new subscriber. Specifically I'm relieved to hear your opinion that the base M2 Air will be more than satisfactory for my needs. I ordered one a week or so ago and it will arrive tomorrow but I've kinda been second guessing my choice to not upgrade the SSD. So few reviewers give the base model much love but I'm not a power user and figured I'd be ok just using it for internet and videos. Your review makes me feel better about my choice. Thanks and looking forward to more of your videos, peace! ✌️

This is a useful review. What sets this one apart is that you’ve highlighted what the M2 Air CAN do rather than what it can’t do. There’s been so much hysteria that’s confused potential buyers, imo.

Wow! You really improved a lot when it comes to reviewing gadgets. Much more detailed and substantial. I like it!

As a first time visitor, and newly subscriber, surprised to just find your channel only now. High quality review with excellent recommendations! Glad to finally see someone with real life experience and understanding the 90% daily life tasks, not just the RU-vid workflows.

Great review. Thorough coverage but still in a brief and light feeling video. Been watching m2 air coverage since launch and have a solid understanding of it, but your review seems to be the most condensed yet still digestible version of all the weeks of videos out there. Overall very well done 👍

As someone who's been researching MBA videos the last couple days...I wish I found this video first. Thorough and comprehensive review, yet digestible! Loved the presentation throughout the whole video; the subtle changes between shots were such a nice touch! Subbed and will be looking to your tech reviews as one of my first go-to options in the future :)

This is the review I was looking for! Thank you so much for this video! Cheers from Luxembourg!

This is the best video with detail I've come across. So much detail and real world results instead of assumptions. I'll be buying an M2 Air. Thank you!

This is the most comprehensive and one of the most down to earth videos I've ever watched for computer review and comparison! You should really be proud of yourself! I think @dave2d would be proud as well :) you guys should definitely do a collab video at some point! Very similar vibes to your presentation styles! Thanks again!

Thank You for this video! 😊 Everytime when I worry about the performance of the M2 Air, videos like these remind me that it’s still miles ahead of what Intel has to offer

From the bottom of my heart, THANKS for making this video! I have been struggling for weeks to know which MacBook should I buy. Excellent information, new follower!

As most people have stated, this is one of the best review videos I have seen. You do a very good job at making sure to note that this isn't a Pro model and compare very unbiased. Thanks!

Good job, Ella! I have been following you since 5k subs and you definitely improved your verbal skill so much!

Well, let me just say, Ella, you and your reviews were outstanding. They were comprehensive, easy to understand and thorough. I made a FOOLISH mistake - mostly because I was forced - into taking a Dell Inspiron Laptop as my purchase before heading on a European business trip ... 7 weeks in total. I could not find a M2 configured as I wanted it and was assured the Dell would EASILY have enough power to get through a transatlantic flight with time to spare. 8+ hours I was told. NOPE. Barely 3. Then the case started to split on the right side, near the hinge. Finally, on returning I tried to get Dell to service it. 2 times they said they were coming and they did not - having me cancel 2 days of apppointments. So, I took it to Best Buy, where I bought it. They said it would be at least 10 days and I was about to leave for Europe again. I could not be without a laptop. Fortunately, they have a PAID LOANER policy. So, I took a MB Air M2. Let me say, I LOVED IT. Today, sadly I had to take the Paid Loaner back because the Dell was back and ready. I wanted to keep the Air but it wasn't equipped as I would want it. After I loaded everything, once having the Air, the next day I did my own rookie test to see about what kind of battery life it would deliver. For me, with CP24 streaming non-stop and working as I nornally would, it gave me a solid 13 hours. Not the maximum I was told but nothing to complain about. I will sell the Dell and replace it with a MB Air M2 - probably 8Core with 16GB ram and 512MB or 1TB drive. I was waffling about an MBPro - having had one for more than a decade - but I think the Air does all I need. Having listened to your reviews I think I am better informed on what I will buy. I don't do video's and stuff like you. I need the longevity and relative speed. I'd like to ask you a few more questions before I do make the purchase. Again, I want to state that your 2 videos I was were TOP NOTCH and thorough. What a great job you did. You should be so proud of the quality of your worlk. BRAVO ELLA!

I just enjoy Ella's contents and reviews so much better than many reviewers out there, it feels genuine, truthful opinions that we can take account for when we consider purchasing a new device

You've done the best comparison I've seen since the launch. Appreciate all your efforts.

Yours is the best review of the M2 MacBook Air I've seen. I sold my 13-inch M1 MacBook Pro and bought a base model M2 MacBook Air midnight. I've used Apple and Windows laptops for 25 years (I started with a PowerBook 145), and the M2 Air is by far the best laptop I've ever owned. My main is a 27-inch 5K iMac, and the Air is an auxiliary, mobile machine. I rarely used the MacBook Pro, but now I look for reasons to use my Air, even when it's on my desk next to my iMac. It's lightweight, thin, beautiful, and so comfortable to use. And I really don't understand the uproar from everyone about fingerprints. I never wipe mine down. I'm looking at it right now and it looks great. Once in a great while, I might notice a smudge. I rub it with my finger and it's gone.

This is genuinely one of the best laptop reviews I've seen. Really balanced perspective, straight to the point and you cover and compare exactly what features you'd want/need out of a laptop. I had the choice between three MacBooks from my work (I've never used a MacBook before). This really helped me in deciding what to get! Thank you! Earned a sub.

Great info served in a very entertaining and absorbable way. Kudos!

Superb review, thank you!

Amazing review - I am still torn between the M1 air and M2 air for programming - but seriously wonderful review - had to sub can't wait for more

What a super and balanced review! It makes a refreshing change from all these tech chaps giving entry-level Apple products a hard time. I have a 14 inch MacBook Pro and to be honest, it's wasted on me and I'm starting to travel again, so the air is probably a better fit and I'm pleased to see that the entry-level machine, for everyday tasks, is not as bad as everyone's making out. Thanks Ella!

i can't believe how useful was this video, thank you!

Excellent review! I improved even more the sound quality on my M2 MBA by transferring the amazing app Boom 3D from my old MBP. Can't live without it.

This was the review I was looking for, thank you! I watched a lot of M2 reviews, but I never heard that the M2 was faster than the Pro when it comes to browsing. Also love that you tested the tasks an air user would usually do and not only showed us rendering benchmarks. I really enjoyed the video and how you explained everything :)

Best video I’ve seen on the M2Air, great review and superb info. A level approach rather than all the sensationalist SSD noise from other reviews. Such a capable machine which is a good and bad thing. Good in that we all benefit, bad in that people tend to blur the use case for the device and do things it’s not really designed to do (but can do, because Apple silicon is so good). Your review was really clear in this regard and focused on what it actually should be used for.

Excellent work with straight up clarity. You got to the points quickly and convincingly. I had to subscribe.

uff.. never heard about your channel and first time it was recommended by the YT algo. I'm glad it did! superb video! thanks a lot!!!

"Max Tech" suggested switching to battery low power mode to extend battery life as it limits the use of the high power cores. For what I am using my M2 Air for I did not notice any difference. If I need to do something more cpu intensive I can switch back to full power. Your videos are very well done and I am now a new subscriber. Thanks.

I am a web developer. This is exactly the type of review I was looking for. Very informative!

Love your reviews! Thank you I just bought one!

First seeing a video of yours. I love the realism in your review Ella. Very, very refreshing!

At 1050 right now from Best Buy and extended returns, most people should tee out base m2 before jumping to M1 Pro or upgrade m2. You’ll realize most tasks can be done on it and if you needed a pro you would already know you needed one.

I really have grown to like the look of the bezels on the m2. It looks like an ipad and i like it

Thank you so much for this review I actually enjoyed it a lot. You managed to answer every single question I had about this laptop which blew my mind cuz your the 3rd one I watched. I'm like finally...a real review.

the most comprehensive review of the MBA I've seen. I expect great things from you in the future

I was on Apple's pricing page and starting to just barely bump the specs up and decided a base model 14" Pro with M1 was about the same price so I went with that. Made sense when needing 16GB of RAM and about 1TB storage.

I like your macbook reviews. You've covered almost all of the relevant points about this MBA. I think the review can be used as a buyer's guide for this laptop.

Finally, a real-world review! Fantastic job, Ella!

Ok wow, first video on YT that I’ve seen show where & how the MBA M2 can shine and still show how different it can be to other models without saying “I suck!” like many other tech reviews have. Very well made video, you got yourself a like & sub

Enjoyed the video, I went with the 13" base MacBook pro m2 for gaming it does not throttle even when playing for long periods and 8 gb's is fine if you mostly single task.

I love this review! I’ve been searching everywhere for quality reviews on the new MacBook Air bc I’ve been trying to decide if I should invest in it or not, and this is by far the most practical, thorough, and easy to understand one I’ve found!! Thank you so much!! :^)

I can tell you took your time studying and testing the laptops...Most reviewers just show benchmarks....But you explain and showed everything step by step...Thanks and GREAT!! Video Ms Ella....You have a new subscriber:)

Of all tech youtubers I follow, you are definetely my favorite one. What a HUGE hard work you put in your videos!!!

This is a very honest and much more realistic review. I got my M2 air the other day, it’s my first mac and I absolutely love it so far. I got the 10c/16/1tb model as whatever laptop I ended up with, I want to keep it for a long time. I ordered a windows laptop as well as it was nicely spec’d and more familiar to me. But within the first hour I knew it was being returned. I’m very glad I didn’t listen to all the negative press when it first came out. This is a very nice and very well built laptop

I was about to cancel my order of MBA M2 because of lots of negative reviews from you tubers. Your video made it clear this suits perfectly for my needs. Thank you.

One of the best review I have seen. I was very confused with the new mac products that which one is best for me. And now I found the answer. Thank you.

Wow, you just answered every single question I had about the configuration of my new Macbook Air that I will be getting. Great video, you helped me a lot!!!

Loving the review thanks! I still prefer the starlight color though :p. I can’t wait to see decent ARM SoC for windows laptops to see how they’d compete against apple silicon

Great video for the intended target users of the M2 Air. This thing does everything a casual user require in flying colors.

Very informative and no hype, which seems to affect every other tech RU-vid channel out there. Thank you Ella!

Wow this is a really in depth review, thanks!

HI! Thank you for the review! I just got the base model of MacBook Air M2 a few days ago. I have watch a lot of reviews about ppl suggesting to buy the 16 GB option instead of the base model, which made me a little insecure at first. But after watching your video,I feel relieve with my choice! I really love my new laptop and it's surprisingly fast compared to my previous windows laptop.

Would be nice to see a closer comparison: 8 vs 16 and SSD remains the same 256gb

omg haven’t watched ur videos since your first macbook review released. your channel is big now! keep it up!

what a good technical review. i am amazed how others missed it. thank you Ella.

For most people, it is probably not an issue, but the lack of support for multiple displays is a deal breaker for me.

In my opinion, the M2 MacBook Air makes sense for regular User’s which the Base Model is enough. When you want to upgrade the SSD or RAM, you should take an eye of the Pro 14 inch.

An excellent video!! Thanks so much!! I admire the sheer amount of research and effort you've put into this video. Thank you!!

That was the most informative video about the M2 Air that I've ever watched, cheers!

Loved the way you compared M2 to Pro 14 with normal user daily tasks. It's so relevant to the most of the people like browsing the internet with many tabs opened.

Hi, Ella! Greetings from Spain. Thanks again a great, detailed and honest video. You are mentioning that among other things, after a month of use, you are, among other things, happy with the M2 MBA keyboard. I’ve heard some reviews about the keyboard and trackpad of the M2 MBA, being worse and feeling cheaper compared to the M1 MBA (the last one, coming from a petty reliable source: Snazzy Labs). They've been saying that the typing experience is worse and it feels more like a downgrade compared to the M1. I come from a 2012 MBA and, I was hesitating between the M1 and the M2 MBA. After seeing some reviews, specially yours, I made up my mind and I ordered the M2 MBA (15GB/1TB). The reason I choose it over the 14" MBP was ultraportability, and the fact that I basically do Word, PowerPoint, videoconferences, watch movies, etc. (never do photo or video editing). Also, MagSafe was a must for me. Anyway, going back to my main concern: for my work, I do a lot of typing on a daily basis, so I got a little worried and started thinking whether I made the right choice. Could you shed some light on that issue, please?

You gained a subscriber for setting up a surprising comparison that was not only actually surprising, but also very well researched and targeted.

this is the exact review i needed, thank you!

So typically laptops and pc's decline in performance over time. Is the lifespan of the M2 Air going to be reduced due to the lack of fan. Ideally i would want 5 or so years out of it and i am really wondering whether the Pro M2 (when it's available) might be a smarter move for the sake of longevity.

I still have my 2020 Air (Intel) lol I was thinking of upgrading to the 16 inch Pro in the future 😜

I watched this and the only thing I had on my mind after it was over was to make sure I subscribed. Wow, this video really kicked butt, Great job!

Amazing review! Very impressed.

Thank you for a great review. I find it’s a refreshing change hearing that someone doesn’t need to upgrade RAM. it seems people can really trust you, as most people out there aren’t using an air to render videos. I don’t even know what rendering means, and I found I was second guessing myself a lot when I saw other reviews (I have the 512 ssd one though). With honest and straight forward review, I did not. Thank you!

Great review. I'm probably what's considered an edge case user but I got the M2 Macbook pro for a couple of three reasons. 1. I have a bad habit of tapping my fingers on my laptop and the airs are painted rather than the colour being embedded in the metal of the case. I don't want it to look rubbish after a while. 2. I like the touch bar - it's annoying in some cases but really useful for the audio production tool I use (Logic Pro X) when I'm not connected to a big screen and 3. The 14" wouldn't last as long when running Logic Pro x on battery and I do that a lot. It was a bit ridiculous how expensive it was when I upgraded it to 1tb and 24gb ram.

Fantastic video! This is by far the best review of the M2 MacBook Air I’ve seen on RU-vid. Thank you.

Best M2 air review yet - you are awesome