Which is better for video editing?

The MacBook Pro 14. Its M5 chip, active cooling, and 120 Hz display handle long exports and timeline scrubbing better. The Air 15 can edit video, but it slows down on sustained heavy work.

Which has better battery life?

The MacBook Pro 14, rated up to 24 hours versus up to 18 hours for the Air 15. Real-world results vary with screen brightness and workload.

Is the MacBook Pro worth $100 more?

For heavy workloads, yes. At $1,699.00 at UCLA Store versus $1,599.00 at MelroseMAC as of November 7, 2026, the Pro adds a faster chip, a 120 Hz screen, more ports, and active cooling for $100.

Which is easier to carry?

The MacBook Air 15. It weighs about 3.3 lb and is under half an inch thin, while the Pro 14 is listed at 6.5 lb.

Do both run Apple Intelligence?

Yes. Both chips support Apple Intelligence on device. The M5's faster Neural Engine and GPU make AI tasks quicker on the Pro.

Which has the bigger screen?

The MacBook Air 15, at 15.3 inches versus 14.2 inches on the Pro. The Pro's screen is sharper and refreshes at 120 Hz.

Apple MacBook Pro 14-Inch (M5) vs Apple MacBook Air 15-Inch (M4)

Buy the MacBook Pro 14 if you need sustained performance, a 120 Hz display, or heavy on-device AI work. Buy the MacBook Air 15 if you want a bigger screen and a lighter machine for everyday tasks. The Pro's best new price is $1,699.00 at UCLA Store as of November 7, 2026; the Air's is $1,599.00 at MelroseMAC. The $100 gap favors the Pro unless size and weight matter more to you.

Today the Apple MacBook Air 15-Inch (M4) costs $100.00 less at its best price.

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