I was looking for a laptop for basically word processing. I got the i3. And yes, I do like the keyboard better than the previous version. Surprisingly, the speakers are excellent. Rene makes a good point, get the processor that fits your needs. Excellent video, as usual.
Thanks for the insight on the MacBook Air! Good stuff. I understand it's not a device for professional use but I would like to use final cut pro occasionally to edit some family videos. I'm currently using iPad Air 2 and LumaFusion and it renders about 1:1 speed and has no issues scrubbing 2.7k videos. Would the Air perform similarly, better or worst?
I will look forward for iPad Pro 1M review Rene. Now I am confused between new iPad Pro+Magic Keyboard OR MacBook Air 2020+my 2016 iPad Pro with its Smart Keyboard. All I do is watching videos and social networking plus occasional office work on my iPad. And SUBSCRIBED.
I currently have a 2017 MacBook Pro. Use it mostly for photoshop/Lightroom edits, regular use and light iMovie edits. Do you think it would be a good idea to switch to the newest air?
I think it’s because he records in 30fps then edits and exports at 24fps, and then watching it on RUclips, gives it that appearance, as we are used to 60fps.
No, I record, edit, and export all the 24 frames per second. And most people are used to 24 frames per second for movies, or 30 frames per second for television in North America. :)
Rene Ritchie hi didn’t think you would reply. I think it only happens when I watch it on my 11 pro max .. I don’t use other devices much. Could be something to do with Oled display
I really like your reviews Rene, I feel like I don’t just learn about the product I learn about computing in general. I feel like instead of making points you ask and attempt to answer technical and existential questions.
THANK YOU! I've had the i5 512GB MBA 2020 for a week now and it's been great for what I need it for. It hasn't overheated or had excessive fan use (i've only heard the fan go off once), and I average around 8-9h of battery for what I use it for. Do I expect to edit a ton of 4K video etc on this thing? No, cuz I would've bought the Pro for that. This serves my needs just fine, and the performance is snappy, the keyboard is solid, the screen is crisp and clear, and the sound is amazing. Everything you said in this video echoes my experience with the MBA 2020 i5 model.
dirt232323 I multitask a lot, like you said. Multiple tabs, word, excel, teams, google music running in the background, and this thing is still very snappy and doesn’t overheat or have excessive fan noise. The only time I hear fan noise is if I’m pushing the system, like editing RAW files or video on occasion. It still can do that, but it does take time. This is more for everyday work tasks that I mentioned above, not for media creation or heavy rendering. If your workflow involves those things, get the Pro (or even the iPad Pro).
Sanne Botmar I’m sure it can, but I haven’t tried those myself. But sounds like you’d be better suited for the Pro if you’re constantly using those three apps.
Sanne Botmar I’d like to know the same. I don’t do any video. If it will run Lightroom without constantly running the fan, I’m in. i7, 16GB and 512 SSD.
I'm absolutely LOVING this extra emphasis on the real explanation of how Apple/Intel works. Ian rocked here. This channel is fast becoming my go to tech channel. Keep it up Rene!
The Macbook Air 2020 with i5 - 16GB - 256GB configuration is AMAZING. As a developer it's like having a mac book pro without touch bar (i NEED f-keys). About thermals? They are better than what it's being told. Most reviews were hammering the device with software that's not intended to work on an air Yes you can do some video editing but as you should know, for that type of workload having discrete is better. So if you cut that out, THIS IS THE BEST MAC FOR EVERYBODY
Jitin Misra Python plus web development. So with web dev I have a lot of tab open with debugging tools and use a lot of memory and at the same time some node sever going, and at times compiling too a lot
Rene Ritchie do you think i5 version with 16 gigs ram could handle 1080p video editing? Also how long do you think this power could last me for this type of usage and basic surfing?
Hello. My name is Joe Martinez. I just want to say, this was by far the most in-depth review on the 2020 MacBook Air. I have a mid 2010 13” MacBook Pro and it’s been a good laptop. But I realized I don’t need all the “pro” benefits because I am one of those casual users who only watches iTunes purchased movies, listen to music, do basic photo editing on Apple’s Photos app, email, web browsing, RUclips videos. Also I feel I didn’t need to spend the extra $$$ for another Pro laptop if I’m not going to use those Pro features. Your video helped make that decision and understand the processors pros & cons. So I ordered my Air with the i5 option with 16 gig memory and 1T SSD for my large music & video library. Thanks you for this video review 🤓
I just packed mine up to send back to Apple. Ordered the i7 / 16GB which could be the issue- but I run a lot of work in Chrome AND do a lot of online meetings (mostly Zoom) with up to 75 people online. The fan ran so loud and so long that it reminded me of the early XPS/ Surface units. Even with the Air placed well away from microphones, I had glitchy performance and enough noise that people were asking if I was running water. While I do NOT do traditionally heavy "pro" work- I am holding out and hoping for the new pro's. I see people advising processor suppression- which seems to defeat the purpose. Hoping for better news in May.
Barry Goldberg I hope the 16GB works out for you. I have the i5 8GB RAM version, I’d have bought the 16GB RAM if I could shell out the cash. What’s worked for me on Zoom (and for you if you need it) is the program “Turbo Switcher” which lets you turn off turbo boost. Keeps it running quietly and cool
Well, there’s part of your problem - Chrome and Zoom are horribly optimized apps, especially on macOS. Using other browsers such as Safari or Firefox nets the same experience while consuming less resources.
@@spencercarruth9706 I switched to using Safari primarily on this new Air, and I'm actually enjoying it way more than Chrome. It just works better, and looks great on this screen (especially the way it optimizes web content to fully utilize the screen aspect ratio). And yeah, I notice huge Zoom meetings definitely make the fans turn on (which doesn't bug me because the fan is doing its job...); I try to use Teams whenever I can instead.
Will, in your opinion, i3 + 8GB survive 4 - 5 years of light infrequent office work, no video or photo editing or coding? I am leaning to yes, but another opinion would be excellent.
I must say, my, or rather my g'f's experience with her 2020 MacBook air was terrible. After about 5 mins of working in apple mail sorting out emails the fans would kick in and just get louder and louder. They would persist even for a few minutes after she would stop using the computer. I checked the activity monitor and she was using no kore than 15% of the cpu and Apple mail was the only open software. Basically it is incapable of performing even basic functions without the fans going crazy. She had an I7 processor, 16gb ram and 512ssd and the result is not what we expected from a £1500 laptop. We then researched online only to find there is a major design flaw in the 200 MacBook air where the cooling fan is nowhere near the heatsink and thus is useless at dissipating heat. The is why the fans go off after hardly any use and would stay on for so long after she had closed it. Needless to say she contacted Apple tp return it and the CS Agent didn't in any way dispute it. Almost like he knew there are problems with these and like he's dealt with dozens of returns previously. Personally I cannot recommend anyone spend their hard earned cash on this attempt at a laptop with fans that are constantly going crazy....such a let down. (This is all said by someone who actually like Macs and have a 2010 pro and a 2015 air myself without any fan problems. Am just incredibly disappointed with this release and the obvious design flaw.)
You got a massive thumbs up for having Ian on the line. I love Anandtech, and I absolutely love Ian Cutress. He’s one of my favourite folk for tech analysis and review. His writing is incredible, he’s such a sweet man, he’s brilliantly clever and always very thorough. And you’re brilliant too, Rene
wow, I really appreciated the keyboard comparison and especially Dr. Cutress' twocents. I really did hate the super vague descriptions reviewers were giving on the heat of the macbook.
Honestly, I think I’ll just stick with the iPad Pro experience. I was considering switching over to Mac. However, with the keyboard and cursor support now on the iPad, plus the fact that I do really like the iPadOS experience, I think that would just be best suiting for me personally to stay. I’ve already been working with the apps I need on iPadOS and I’ve been doing just fine. I love your videos, they’re very informative.
I have the base i3, I've had it about 5 days, mostly been using it for streaming Hulu. The fan goes on about every 2 hours, and it does get fairly hot. A part of me wants to return it, but I'm not entirely sure why. Also If i did return it I have not thought about what laptop i would buy. Everything is sold out and are there even any great budget laptops under $400. would yall recommend me return the macbook and buy a cheaper laptop. or keep the laptop. I also have the option of returning and just using my iPad 6th gen for my school work and zoom meetings thanks guys
A lot of people have been saying that they have lots of issues with heat throttling in the MacBook Air, is this true? I’m a university student who uses Microsoft office and Spotify, I don’t game or edit videos. However some reviewers still reach 100c with these everyday tasks. I’m worried about the longevity of this laptop because I wanted to last at least four years and I want to know if this MacBook air is future proofed. Having the temperatures at above 90 all the time must not be good for the laptop?
Respect for calling out all those RUclipsrs reading Geekbench results thinking they’re Stephen Hawking, Also thanks for helping me decide on an i5 MBA.
Looks like the MacBook Air I've been waiting for. I have the original 2015 iPad Pro and I really like it, but even with the recent trackpad support I just find text editing and multitasking too cumbersome. Can't wait to have an MBA with 16 GB of RAM too - Safari demands more RAM! Only thing that would be better is if they offered an ARM model for that sweet, sweet battery life.
I'm looking for the right Mac, I really don't know should I get the Air or the Pro. I won't use literally any CPU or GPU hard apps, I have a desktop for that. But still, I need something that will last me at least 5-6 years. The laptop will be used mainly for Word, Excel, web browsing and that kind of apps. I was thinking of getting the $1799 MBP with the 10th gen i5/16GB RAM/512GB SSD, but now I'm thinking of getting the i5 MBA. Don't want the 8th gen MBP because of the old gen CPU. The price for the i5/16GB RAM/512GB SSD MBA is like couple hundred $ less than the MBP, IMO I would rather give a bit more to have better cooling and better CPU. Please, I need an opinion, I'm going crazy lol.
Get macbook air if you are a light to moderate user. Pro if you need heavy video editong and gaming. Mine is a macbook air 2010 and its still alive upto now. But i need to let him go because safari isnt working well and other apps lose support soon. But still, it serves its purpose in my work.
Just don't care for the keyboard or what type. I almost bought the Mac Air but after seeing it run at 100°C w/ lower priced or missing components. I can get a Gaming Laptop Cheaper & Spec'd out to give a Macbook Pro a run for its money... Glad I stepped away from Apple. I'd rather spend $1k or less for an 8th gen i7, 16GB, 1TB SSD, 1660ti graphics card, FHD IPS 144hz 1080 Display etc. machine that will be running whatever I want like watching vids or gaming at 100fps much lower than 100°C. That's not good for any laptop, imo. Especially over a long period of time. Can't afford a Pro nor would I pay that much if I can get a Windows Laptop Spec'd out..
Thomas Johnson same, ive been ipad only since 2017 - haven’t looked back or really needed to. Since I don’t need a computer I combined what I would spent on the computer with iPad which justified the cost of iPad Pro to me,
You should take the performance part of the video and post it as a separate video debunking the alleged “thermal/overheating issues” so it’s easier to find for people specially searching for this “overheating problem”. It’s fake news honestly 😂😂, check reddit for example, people really are afraid their machine will overheat
Just got mine with the i5, The only time I found it to get legitimately hot from "normal use", is when I was streaming 4K on youtube at 60fps. Other than that the fans do not kick off to being audible.
Do you recommand it to an engineering student? I use basic engineering programs now and then not very often. And I do a little programming other then that daily stuff.
Ahh I appreciate you showing us the difference between the new magic keyboard and the pre-butterfly pro keyboard. This is the only frame of reference I have and it’s great attention to detail, if just for me...
A fan in 2020? Seriously? My 8GB 2016 Macbook 12” 1,3 GHz dual-core m7, Turbo Boost 3,1 GHz sadly just died. Small, light, fan-less and powerful enough for the 3D design that otherwise kicks the fan on. New motherboard and battery costs as much as a new 2020 Air, but I am seriously considering going with the repair due to the fan. Hate those things. My iPad pro is way more powerful and has no fan. Apple must really hate laptops?
Turbo Boost Switcher App to the rescue. According to the Author a single core at 100% activates turbo boost, and when over heating subsequent multicore use gets throttled. So I will disable turbo boost with the App and get quad core i5, as according to maxtech the 2020 with boost disabled is as fast as 2019 with full boost and fan noise. Still a sad fix but usable.
I got the new Air and have a problem with the speakers, they distort on specific frequencies. Even with Volume set at 90%. I will contact Apple about it, annoying as hell.
Really hope Apple engineers are listening and taking notes. Having said that, late last year I finally did an honest assessment of my workload and found that I was using my iPad to get things done throughout the day far more often than my MacBook, enough so that paying the premium for an iPad Pro made more sense for me than upgrading to a new MacBook. This is something that may not have been true even as recently as 2-3 years but is decidedly so now, especially with the new features in iPadOS. I’ve since sold on my MacBook and use my iPad Pro day to day and feel like I’m missing nothing so far. There’s still a Mac Mini in the house in case we need it but I literally can’t recall the last time I booted it up.
Hahaha I love how you throw in the iPad virtual keyboard. And yes, best 30 seconds of any review anywhere was the sound demo. I need some more clickity clacking in my life
Tricky with the variables (time of day/demand on the network) but I struggled with a MBA 2017 Zoom with 50 odd folk on Friday afternoon (I was screen sharing) but my wife’s 2012 MBP was absolutely fine with a similar number (and we were screen sharing), this morning. When we upgrade, is Zoom-ing + screen sharing + presenting likely to be worth the MBP purchase or would a MBA with an i5 8 GB RAM be fine? Thanks, everyone.
I'd like to know if i can use it as a desktop aswel (connecting a 4k monitor on it)? doubt between a MBA 2020 and a Mac mini 2018. And is the screen bright enough for outdoor use? Not to glossy:)?
Hi there - I've just ordered the i5 model. Is it essential I also up my RAM to 16GB? I will be doing basic stuff and using iMovie every now and then (which I could actually do on my phone instead), but I do want my computer to last for a number of years (at least 5 like my old 2014 Air which I'm now giving to a family member. Thanks for your reply as I really want to know what's the important of the RAM. Not a lot of people have talked about moving it to 16GB for the 2020 Air (only the processor). Thanks!
Charise Octavia I’m excited about the new upcoming MacBook Pro as well. YET, considering my lack of using my MacBook Pro 2011 pretty much nil. Except I did basic mundane yet intensive tasks this past winter/spring. Its heavy. And I crave a lighter less bulkier machine. So, I’m leaning towards the MacBook Air 2020 ASAP🤗!
I’m looking at using a MacBook Air 2020 (i5) as a full time business machine (Safari, Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, etc) with a LG 5K UltraFine monitor. Does anyone experience with this type of configuration? Would connection to a 5k monitor as a primary machine mean that the MacBook Air fans would ramp up to power the external monitor and create a noisy work environment?
If your trying to compare a Mac that will heat up more and blame the new model for that, just look at what apps you run,, Google Chrome ?? We know that is the source, and it doesn't' matter how less it runs hotter,, does it? Also, i never knew there was a 2020 version.., I got a 2019 MBA i5 and that's one with Retina display. I thought there was nothing else before the M1.
People always want more, but for a $999 computer, it’s the best in class, when you take into consideration the OS, the GUI and the customer care afforded within the ecosystem. Cameras do need improving, but they aren’t exclusive. We just expect Apple to be a step up. Any upgraded camera would need to be engineered, and that would move the Air away from the $999 price point that Apple have worked hard to get it to.
Man I have so much to say but I'll keep it brief. This is my second time watching your review (which is the best I've seen of the Air) and I very much agree with the front facing camera conundrum. If you use a MacBook the quality of the video is subpar. If you use an iPad in landscape, like so many of us - especially the 12.9" owners - do, the camera which is of great quality is off to the side. If you use your phone, you have a much smaller screen and are probably holding the device which is not ideal for extended sessions. So there really is great no option in Apple's entire lineup, which is a shame during our present quarantined reality.
I am thinking of getting my first Macbook with the Air i3. Couple of questions, will I be able to effectively use microsoft Word, Excel etc consistently and have lots of tabs open on chrome/safari (if its better), watch the odd RUclips video etc. Would I be better off with Microsoft Surface Laptop which is around £100 more for same ssd. How long will the laptop roughly last, hoping for at least 4 years. I don't game, maybe the odd card games or online games, I don't edit. The biggest thing is will having lots of tabs open slow down the laptop or make it heat up more often. Thanks in advance
You’re amazing man. Subscribing now. By the way I’ve ordered the new MacBook Air 2020 in the i7 model and after watching this video you’ve relieved me from the thermal throttling anxieties. You’re gold MacBook does look lovely, I’ve ordered the space grey. Does it have a slightly pink-ish tint to it?
I have the i7 in gold. It is closer to the old rose gold than the previous gold. The i7 has been pretty good. It is certainly not as fast as the 13” Pro in CPU-intensive tasks, but it is great for everyday usage. The fan has been fine.
I edit a lot on Sketch and Canva. I also usually have 10+ tabs open at once while editing with 3 tabs being web design websites. I bought a new MBA 256GB 16GB RAM Quad Core, will it heat up and ramp up the fans often?
I want to save money to buy a laptop but I don’t should I save money for MacBook Air or MacBook pro or a Hp laptop ( I want it for editing photos + writing stories on a platform for long hours + multitasking “ opening a lot of tabs “+ maybe watching some movies + writing essays , note : I have iPhone and iPad but never owned nor used a MacBook laptop )
Question I would like answered: Why oh why does the Macbook Air not come with a touch display? I am used to that option on my Acer swift 7 laptop. I use it all the time for the calculator to crunch numbers...very handy...and I am thinking about getting a Macbook air because i am an avid iphone fan and i like how the iphone "connects" to the laptop. Hey..that is another topic..how the iphone and macbook compliment each other. thanks for the Kangol hat tip. I ordered one today on amazon.
Hi Rene. I will buy a MacBook but actually it’s really hard for me to decide which one should I get, the pro or the air. I will just use it for surfing, make some office works and also online work. What do u recommend.?
On the debate about the i3/i5/i7 offerings. Just more proof we always have people to complain. If you don't give users choices, complaints. If you give users choices, complaints. One of the things I hate about the information age is that every product made sounds like it's crap if you read enough online.
The webcam is horrid, but I have the i3 version and I run 2 monitors and multiple data apps at the same time with no issues. So far I love this thing! The only time mine heats up is if I play Google Stadia on it on 4k for extended periods, and the fans will kick on. It doesn't get really hot though.
i will keep it simple on intel cpu. there is a reason why apple is switching to ARM and taking a very very hard look at Ryzen cpus. hint. Zen 2 4900HS vs intel 90w Thic gaming laptop (linus video) and simple take a look at the performances/temps.
Thank you for the informative and interesting videos. I’m currently considering to buy the i3 or the i5 MBA or to wait for the new base model of the MBP. As I prefer the aesthetics and light weight of the MBA and as the MBP might be a bit overkill for my relatively light workload the MBA might be the obvious choice. But as I also would like to be able to connect a 34 inch monitor to have multiple browser windows open side by side together with Spotify or a RUclips video I would like to ask if you think if it will run very warm?
Whiskey Scene I haven’t made a real choice so far. I think the choice comes down to a lower temperature or a faster experience in the long run. To stay away from heating issues the i3 might be the safest choice. But I must say that I couldn’t hear any fan noise when I used several (native) apps next to each other on the i5 in the Apple Store. Last week I experienced the 120hz full screen and Face ID of the iPad pro which was quite amazing. With better support for an external monitor (perhaps in ios 14) it might cover my needs as well. Anyhow I will wait to see how the Covid 19 crisis will affect my work before I’ll buy a new iPad or MacBook.
I‘m in the „putting tape over the camera“ camp. They should make cameras in macbooks better but optional. I never use it. I‘ll gladly pay less instead of heaving it.
I'm loving the long-form, documentary style videos, Rene! Also, I think 99% of the criticism (at least, from what I've seen/heard) is with Apple's intentionally limiting cooling (who installs a fan in a laptop but doesn't run a heatpipe to it?!) on the CPU. The specs would be solid for so many more people, if Apple hadn't made that stupid decision.
After all the fire Apple's been getting regarding their laptop cameras, I'll be very surprised if they don't have best in class front facing cameras on their laptops for the next gen of air and pro macbooks
I have a feeling whenever the 14-inch MBP lands it'll come equip with a better FaceTime camera because the 16-inch MBP got some beefy microphone improvements that Apple touts to be studio quality (again, this is open to each individual's interpretation on) and a non existent camera improvement carried over from basically 2011 is such a weird offset. But this will surely lit the fire on Apple's product decision going forward from here on out. Looking at you now regular iMac.
@@ReneRitchie I surely hope so this is the year or maybe they're trying to tie a better FaceTime with Face ID capabilities for Macs if not then there's next year (sigh).
Good review. Seems like you have more liberty to refer to other excellent Apple (Tech) reviewers. Excellent! Always loved the MBA - perfect sibling to iPad Pro.
Still rocking my 1799 13 inch MacBook Pro. The latest butterfly keyboard is excellent. Bought and used it since release day. Having no idea to upgrade at all now.
If you have no issues with the keyboard, I’d hold onto the 13” MacBook Pro. It is still considerably faster for CPU-intensive tasks, and has a better screen, faster SSD, etc.
Great video dude! I'm not sure about that decision; What should I buy between: -MBP 2019 i5, 8GB Ram and 256 Gb SSD -MBA 2020 i5, 16 GB Ram and 256 Gb SSD My uses are word, web (intense historical research for university), video streaming (Hbo, Netflix) and several edit apps like Photoshop or Lightroom. I don't know which's the better option. Thanks!!
antonio rodriguez cañero If you mean the 13” MBP definitely avoid that, and for those specs I’d buy the Air or wait for the rumoured 14” MBP coming this year
Aviciena Iskandar The performance is mediocre but the main reason I would suggest not to buy it is the old keyboard, that thing was prone to failing constantly and just didn’t feel nice
i'm having trouble choosing between the base model (i3+256) or the higher model (i5+512) air. does the i5 really make a difference? i only use it for websurfing, watching videos, and listening to music but sometimes i play minecraft from time to time. i cant really get 16gb of ram so im stuck with 8gb
Shocking that there's no mentioning of the terrible thermal performance of this machine. Its so incredible loud, while simultaneously 100 degrees. When all that could have been avoided by simply attaching the heatsink 1 millimeter closer to the SoC. This is a pure case of planned lower performance and annoyances for the user.
It hasn't been loud for me in the slightest but most definitely does have horrendous thermal performance. I don't expect top of the line performance from a base model MBA but it is unacceptable to have such problems on something so costly
The Air is for customers who want a laptop for everyday tasks, but want to do them in style. There's a big market for that purpose. Do wish they'd give it a P3 screen though, even the iPad mini has one!
Hi Rene, can you tell me if the new Air i3 (most basic model) will cope with basic video imports and editing from an android phone (1080p)? Presumably using imovie.... I want to be able to do some youtube vlogs but my poor old 2010 macbook pro is finding life very hard these days!! Thanks so much :)
Didn’t know how much I needed all those keyboard sound demos in my life 🤤
Ha!
Perfect for ASMR
You are looking for keyboard ASMR my friend
The keyboard is the real deal, yo. It’s so GOOD!!!
It had me both laughing and oddly relaxed 😅
I was looking for a laptop for basically word processing. I got the i3. And yes, I do like the keyboard better than the previous version. Surprisingly, the speakers are excellent. Rene makes a good point, get the processor that fits your needs. Excellent video, as usual.
Thanks for the insight on the MacBook Air! Good stuff. I understand it's not a device for professional use but I would like to use final cut pro occasionally to edit some family videos. I'm currently using iPad Air 2 and LumaFusion and it renders about 1:1 speed and has no issues scrubbing 2.7k videos. Would the Air perform similarly, better or worst?
I will look forward for iPad Pro 1M review Rene. Now I am confused between new iPad Pro+Magic Keyboard OR MacBook Air 2020+my 2016 iPad Pro with its Smart Keyboard. All I do is watching videos and social networking plus occasional office work on my iPad. And SUBSCRIBED.
I currently have a 2017 MacBook Pro. Use it mostly for photoshop/Lightroom edits, regular use and light iMovie edits. Do you think it would be a good idea to switch to the newest air?
Ana H hey does it become already slower? Just thinking of buying one
I am looking for the same answer everywhere 🙊
Lina Hong same! I need answers 🙈
ffs, a guy asks a question, it wouldn't kill you typing few words
Am not sure he notices but there are always some weird frame drops while I watch his video. It’s jittery.
I think it’s because he records in 30fps then edits and exports at 24fps, and then watching it on RUclips, gives it that appearance, as we are used to 60fps.
No, I record, edit, and export all the 24 frames per second. And most people are used to 24 frames per second for movies, or 30 frames per second for television in North America. :)
All the time, or only in certain sequences? If the latter, any chance you could point and example out to me? And thanks for the feedback!
Rene Ritchie hi didn’t think you would reply. I think it only happens when I watch it on my 11 pro max .. I don’t use other devices much. Could be something to do with Oled display
I really like your reviews Rene, I feel like I don’t just learn about the product I learn about computing in general. I feel like instead of making points you ask and attempt to answer technical and existential questions.
Thank you! I'm trying to do something different and just hope it works and helps people.
Rene Ritchie these guys are crazy. You’re providing context you’re not getting from other RUclips reviews.
Love how you pointed out the positive and negative reviews from other reviewers for context. Keep up the great work in the new channel!
Thanks! Everything is a mix of both and to different people!
Alex Wang I like how he covered the points with the third party video clips - and not just saying the points himself
@@christopherstreet2214 Agreed
THANK YOU! I've had the i5 512GB MBA 2020 for a week now and it's been great for what I need it for. It hasn't overheated or had excessive fan use (i've only heard the fan go off once), and I average around 8-9h of battery for what I use it for. Do I expect to edit a ton of 4K video etc on this thing? No, cuz I would've bought the Pro for that. This serves my needs just fine, and the performance is snappy, the keyboard is solid, the screen is crisp and clear, and the sound is amazing. Everything you said in this video echoes my experience with the MBA 2020 i5 model.
do you know if the i5 can run photoshop, indesign and adobe illustrator? (obv not at the same time). im on the fence between the 2020 air and the pro.
dirt232323 I multitask a lot, like you said. Multiple tabs, word, excel, teams, google music running in the background, and this thing is still very snappy and doesn’t overheat or have excessive fan noise. The only time I hear fan noise is if I’m pushing the system, like editing RAW files or video on occasion. It still can do that, but it does take time. This is more for everyday work tasks that I mentioned above, not for media creation or heavy rendering. If your workflow involves those things, get the Pro (or even the iPad Pro).
Sanne Botmar I’m sure it can, but I haven’t tried those myself. But sounds like you’d be better suited for the Pro if you’re constantly using those three apps.
@@JayCatterson thank you!
Sanne Botmar I’d like to know the same. I don’t do any video. If it will run Lightroom without constantly running the fan, I’m in. i7, 16GB and 512 SSD.
3:29 Rene you just took "Here's how ALL of Apple's keyboards sound" Wayyyyyy to seriously😂
I loved that segment :)
Virtual made me laugh
@@tipoomaster Yes!
People care about keyboards!
@@ReneRitchieYou bet!
I'm absolutely LOVING this extra emphasis on the real explanation of how Apple/Intel works. Ian rocked here. This channel is fast becoming my go to tech channel. Keep it up Rene!
The Macbook Air 2020 with i5 - 16GB - 256GB configuration is AMAZING.
As a developer it's like having a mac book pro without touch bar (i NEED f-keys).
About thermals? They are better than what it's being told. Most reviews were hammering the device with software that's not intended to work on an air
Yes you can do some video editing but as you should know, for that type of workload having discrete is better. So if you cut that out, THIS IS THE BEST MAC FOR EVERYBODY
joker102 what kind of programming are you doing? And can it handle it? Also I think 1080p editing would be fine?
Jitin Misra Python plus web development. So with web dev I have a lot of tab open with debugging tools and use a lot of memory and at the same time some node sever going, and at times compiling too a lot
@@ripp102 I occasionaly make videos, and even if frequently made, I can make them 1080p, I think this laptop would be fine for 1080 videos no?
@@JitinMisra yes it will
@@ripp102 i don't feel comfortable getting the 13 inch pro, bc of issues with the keyboard, and 16 inch is wayy to much money
I was so used to hearing 'I'm Rene Ritchie; And this is Vector'
All the best on the new channel.
Thanks so much!
Rene Ritchie do you think i5 version with 16 gigs ram could handle 1080p video editing? Also how long do you think this power could last me for this type of usage and basic surfing?
Hello. My name is Joe Martinez. I just want to say, this was by far the most in-depth review on the 2020 MacBook Air. I have a mid 2010 13” MacBook Pro and it’s been a good laptop. But I realized I don’t need all the “pro” benefits because I am one of those casual users who only watches iTunes purchased movies, listen to music, do basic photo editing on Apple’s Photos app, email, web browsing, RUclips videos. Also I feel I didn’t need to spend the extra $$$ for another Pro laptop if I’m not going to use those Pro features. Your video helped make that decision and understand the processors pros & cons. So I ordered my Air with the i5 option with 16 gig memory and 1T SSD for my large music & video library. Thanks you for this video review 🤓
Just got mine and thank you for this review I was tired hearing ppl who just keep running branch marks and crying about thermals
I purchased the i5, 512GB MBA 2020 2 weeks ago and it's been awesome! No regrets!
Do you recommend it to an engineering student. And do you think it will Last long? I have never used a Mac before and I cant decide
I just packed mine up to send back to Apple. Ordered the i7 / 16GB which could be the issue- but I run a lot of work in Chrome AND do a lot of online meetings (mostly Zoom) with up to 75 people online. The fan ran so loud and so long that it reminded me of the early XPS/ Surface units. Even with the Air placed well away from microphones, I had glitchy performance and enough noise that people were asking if I was running water. While I do NOT do traditionally heavy "pro" work- I am holding out and hoping for the new pro's. I see people advising processor suppression- which seems to defeat the purpose. Hoping for better news in May.
Barry Goldberg I hope the 16GB works out for you. I have the i5 8GB RAM version, I’d have bought the 16GB RAM if I could shell out the cash. What’s worked for me on Zoom (and for you if you need it) is the program “Turbo Switcher” which lets you turn off turbo boost. Keeps it running quietly and cool
Well, there’s part of your problem - Chrome and Zoom are horribly optimized apps, especially on macOS. Using other browsers such as Safari or Firefox nets the same experience while consuming less resources.
@@spencercarruth9706 I switched to using Safari primarily on this new Air, and I'm actually enjoying it way more than Chrome. It just works better, and looks great on this screen (especially the way it optimizes web content to fully utilize the screen aspect ratio). And yeah, I notice huge Zoom meetings definitely make the fans turn on (which doesn't bug me because the fan is doing its job...); I try to use Teams whenever I can instead.
Will, in your opinion, i3 + 8GB survive 4 - 5 years of light infrequent office work, no video or photo editing or coding? I am leaning to yes, but another opinion would be excellent.
Definitely
I'm expecting Apple to add Face ID to the Mac line when it is using its own Apple ARM chips.
I think the i3 is enough. It benchmarks very similar on the Multi-Core to my 10.5” iPad Pro’s A10X Fusion.
@@krypton1142 Every laptop is a bad deal if you compare them to desktops. And noi the i3 IS good for most people.
I must say, my, or rather my g'f's experience with her 2020 MacBook air was terrible. After about 5 mins of working in apple mail sorting out emails the fans would kick in and just get louder and louder. They would persist even for a few minutes after she would stop using the computer. I checked the activity monitor and she was using no kore than 15% of the cpu and Apple mail was the only open software. Basically it is incapable of performing even basic functions without the fans going crazy. She had an I7 processor, 16gb ram and 512ssd and the result is not what we expected from a £1500 laptop. We then researched online only to find there is a major design flaw in the 200 MacBook air where the cooling fan is nowhere near the heatsink and thus is useless at dissipating heat. The is why the fans go off after hardly any use and would stay on for so long after she had closed it. Needless to say she contacted Apple tp return it and the CS Agent didn't in any way dispute it. Almost like he knew there are problems with these and like he's dealt with dozens of returns previously. Personally I cannot recommend anyone spend their hard earned cash on this attempt at a laptop with fans that are constantly going crazy....such a let down. (This is all said by someone who actually like Macs and have a 2010 pro and a 2015 air myself without any fan problems. Am just incredibly disappointed with this release and the obvious design flaw.)
You got a massive thumbs up for having Ian on the line. I love Anandtech, and I absolutely love Ian Cutress. He’s one of my favourite folk for tech analysis and review. His writing is incredible, he’s such a sweet man, he’s brilliantly clever and always very thorough.
And you’re brilliant too, Rene
Thanks! Ian is terrific and I'm extremely grateful he agreed to come on!
wow, I really appreciated the keyboard comparison and especially Dr. Cutress' twocents. I really did hate the super vague descriptions reviewers were giving on the heat of the macbook.
Honestly, I think I’ll just stick with the iPad Pro experience. I was considering switching over to Mac. However, with the keyboard and cursor support now on the iPad, plus the fact that I do really like the iPadOS experience, I think that would just be best suiting for me personally to stay. I’ve already been working with the apps I need on iPadOS and I’ve been doing just fine. I love your videos, they’re very informative.
In term of heat. Macbook Air 2019 run a lot cooler than 2020 although MBA 2019 has higher clock speed. This is ridiculous
I have the base i3, I've had it about 5 days, mostly been using it for streaming Hulu. The fan goes on about every 2 hours, and it does get fairly hot. A part of me wants to return it, but I'm not entirely sure why. Also If i did return it I have not thought about what laptop i would buy. Everything is sold out and are there even any great budget laptops under $400.
would yall recommend me return the macbook and buy a cheaper laptop. or keep the laptop. I also have the option of returning and just using my iPad 6th gen for my school work and zoom meetings
thanks guys
WOW YOU ACTUALLY DID JOURNALISM. I watch way too many RUclips tech reviewers for my own good and am genuinely impressed right now. Subbed
A lot of people have been saying that they have lots of issues with heat throttling in the MacBook Air, is this true? I’m a university student who uses Microsoft office and Spotify, I don’t game or edit videos. However some reviewers still reach 100c with these everyday tasks. I’m worried about the longevity of this laptop because I wanted to last at least four years and I want to know if this MacBook air is future proofed. Having the temperatures at above 90 all the time must not be good for the laptop?
Respect for calling out all those RUclipsrs reading Geekbench results thinking they’re Stephen Hawking,
Also thanks for helping me decide on an i5 MBA.
Finally, a thorough comparison of Apple's different keyboard sounds! I literally couldn't find that anywhere else. Thanks!
Looks like the MacBook Air I've been waiting for. I have the original 2015 iPad Pro and I really like it, but even with the recent trackpad support I just find text editing and multitasking too cumbersome. Can't wait to have an MBA with 16 GB of RAM too - Safari demands more RAM!
Only thing that would be better is if they offered an ARM model for that sweet, sweet battery life.
I'm looking for the right Mac, I really don't know should I get the Air or the Pro. I won't use literally any CPU or GPU hard apps, I have a desktop for that. But still, I need something that will last me at least 5-6 years.
The laptop will be used mainly for Word, Excel, web browsing and that kind of apps.
I was thinking of getting the $1799 MBP with the 10th gen i5/16GB RAM/512GB SSD, but now I'm thinking of getting the i5 MBA. Don't want the 8th gen MBP because of the old gen CPU. The price for the i5/16GB RAM/512GB SSD MBA is like couple hundred $ less than the MBP, IMO I would rather give a bit more to have better cooling and better CPU.
Please, I need an opinion, I'm going crazy lol.
Get macbook air if you are a light to moderate user. Pro if you need heavy video editong and gaming. Mine is a macbook air 2010 and its still alive upto now. But i need to let him go because safari isnt working well and other apps lose support soon. But still, it serves its purpose in my work.
Just don't care for the keyboard or what type. I almost bought the Mac Air but after seeing it run at 100°C w/ lower priced or missing components. I can get a Gaming Laptop Cheaper & Spec'd out to give a Macbook Pro a run for its money... Glad I stepped away from Apple. I'd rather spend $1k or less for an 8th gen i7, 16GB, 1TB SSD, 1660ti graphics card, FHD IPS 144hz 1080 Display etc. machine that will be running whatever I want like watching vids or gaming at 100fps much lower than 100°C. That's not good for any laptop, imo. Especially over a long period of time. Can't afford a Pro nor would I pay that much if I can get a Windows Laptop Spec'd out..
I’m so used to doing everything on the iPad that I’d have a hard time switching over to a traditional laptop or desktop.
Thomas Johnson same, ive been ipad only since 2017 - haven’t looked back or really needed to. Since I don’t need a computer I combined what I would spent on the computer with iPad which justified the cost of iPad Pro to me,
@@Devyn89 If the only thing you do with a computer is writing/email ecc. then it's the best thing you can do as you get better battery life
I watched most of the MBA 2020 videos before buying the i5 with 16Gb and 1Tb. Maybe I will do my first ever video of Xcode on a MBA.
Damn, the compilation of other youtubers’ reviews 👌
Very creative
crazy that when the 2020 Macbook Air came out I was talking about it face to face with my team mates...
should I be worried now that I bought the MacBook Air 2020 i7 ?
x2 :(
You should take the performance part of the video and post it as a separate video debunking the alleged “thermal/overheating issues” so it’s easier to find for people specially searching for this “overheating problem”. It’s fake news honestly 😂😂, check reddit for example, people really are afraid their machine will overheat
Just got mine with the i5, The only time I found it to get legitimately hot from "normal use", is when I was streaming 4K on youtube at 60fps. Other than that the fans do not kick off to being audible.
Do you recommand it to an engineering student? I use basic engineering programs now and then not very often. And I do a little programming other then that daily stuff.
Ahh I appreciate you showing us the difference between the new magic keyboard and the pre-butterfly pro keyboard. This is the only frame of reference I have and it’s great attention to detail, if just for me...
A fan in 2020? Seriously? My 8GB 2016 Macbook 12” 1,3 GHz dual-core m7, Turbo Boost 3,1 GHz sadly just died. Small, light, fan-less and powerful enough for the 3D design that otherwise kicks the fan on. New motherboard and battery costs as much as a new 2020 Air, but I am seriously considering going with the repair due to the fan. Hate those things. My iPad pro is way more powerful and has no fan. Apple must really hate laptops?
... and the m7 was about 400g less weight every day. Apple should make a “Macbook emulator” for iPad pro.
Turbo Boost Switcher App to the rescue. According to the Author a single core at 100% activates turbo boost, and when over heating subsequent multicore use gets throttled. So I will disable turbo boost with the App and get quad core i5, as according to maxtech the 2020 with boost disabled is as fast as 2019 with full boost and fan noise. Still a sad fix but usable.
What about Parallels and Windows running on new MacBook Air 2020? I' wondering if laptop is hot with this or not.
I love the new macbook air! Only complaint is like the pro, this should have upgraded ram if you MANUALLY want to do so!
I’m still going with Mac Pro 13 inch had the air 2019 heats up doing basic stuff xp
what that camera test has shown is how good the iPhone camera is, even when compared to the BRIO, which is crazy
8 or 16 GB?
Those keyboard demos gave me chills!! Lol. Gotta love asmr
I got the new Air and have a problem with the speakers, they distort on specific frequencies. Even with Volume set at 90%. I will contact Apple about it, annoying as hell.
Really hope Apple engineers are listening and taking notes. Having said that, late last year I finally did an honest assessment of my workload and found that I was using my iPad to get things done throughout the day far more often than my MacBook, enough so that paying the premium for an iPad Pro made more sense for me than upgrading to a new MacBook. This is something that may not have been true even as recently as 2-3 years but is decidedly so now, especially with the new features in iPadOS. I’ve since sold on my MacBook and use my iPad Pro day to day and feel like I’m missing nothing so far. There’s still a Mac Mini in the house in case we need it but I literally can’t recall the last time I booted it up.
i'm just wondering will i be able to front-end dev on this laptop, I intend to buy the quad core with 8gb ram
Dujmo same. I should get mine with the quad core 8gb in a couple of weeks
Hahaha I love how you throw in the iPad virtual keyboard. And yes, best 30 seconds of any review anywhere was the sound demo. I need some more clickity clacking in my life
Tricky with the variables (time of day/demand on the network) but I struggled with a MBA 2017 Zoom with 50 odd folk on Friday afternoon (I was screen sharing) but my wife’s 2012 MBP was absolutely fine with a similar number (and we were screen sharing), this morning.
When we upgrade, is Zoom-ing + screen sharing + presenting likely to be worth the MBP purchase or would a MBA with an i5 8 GB RAM be fine? Thanks, everyone.
I'm not familiar enough with what Zoom might be doing to require heavy load resources. I'll look into it!
Rene Ritchie much appreciated, Rene 😊
I'd like to know if i can use it as a desktop aswel (connecting a 4k monitor on it)? doubt between a MBA 2020 and a Mac mini 2018. And is the screen bright enough for outdoor use? Not to glossy:)?
Hi there - I've just ordered the i5 model. Is it essential I also up my RAM to 16GB? I will be doing basic stuff and using iMovie every now and then (which I could actually do on my phone instead), but I do want my computer to last for a number of years (at least 5 like my old 2014 Air which I'm now giving to a family member. Thanks for your reply as I really want to know what's the important of the RAM. Not a lot of people have talked about moving it to 16GB for the 2020 Air (only the processor). Thanks!
16GB for $200 is better than $150 for the i7. The RAM is fast, and I expect more programs to use more RAM in the future.
Also nowadays everything is soldered onto the motherboard, including the RAM, so you won't be able to update at a later date.
@@catrionahanafin6213 Thanks for your reply :)
@@samiam5326 Thanks for your reply :)
How do you like your device so far?
I do NOT think that keyboard is loud at all😂 I ordered mine I’m too excited 😆 but I’m still still excited about the new MacBook Pro !
Charise Octavia I’m excited about the new upcoming MacBook Pro as well. YET, considering my lack of using my MacBook Pro 2011 pretty much nil. Except I did basic mundane yet intensive tasks this past winter/spring. Its heavy. And I crave a lighter less bulkier machine. So, I’m leaning towards the MacBook Air 2020 ASAP🤗!
Did u upgrade to the i5?
I’m looking at using a MacBook Air 2020 (i5) as a full time business machine (Safari, Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, etc) with a LG 5K UltraFine monitor. Does anyone experience with this type of configuration? Would connection to a 5k monitor as a primary machine mean that the MacBook Air fans would ramp up to power the external monitor and create a noisy work environment?
If your trying to compare a Mac that will heat up more and blame the new model for that, just look at what apps you run,, Google Chrome ??
We know that is the source, and it doesn't' matter how less it runs hotter,, does it?
Also, i never knew there was a 2020 version.., I got a 2019 MBA i5 and that's one with Retina display. I thought there was nothing else before the M1.
People always want more, but for a $999 computer, it’s the best in class, when you take into consideration the OS, the GUI and the customer care afforded within the ecosystem. Cameras do need improving, but they aren’t exclusive. We just expect Apple to be a step up. Any upgraded camera would need to be engineered, and that would move the Air away from the $999 price point that Apple have worked hard to get it to.
The build quality is what seals the deal for me. My OG MacBook Airs are still perfect from a hardware standpoint.
Man I have so much to say but I'll keep it brief. This is my second time watching your review (which is the best I've seen of the Air) and I very much agree with the front facing camera conundrum. If you use a MacBook the quality of the video is subpar. If you use an iPad in landscape, like so many of us - especially the 12.9" owners - do, the camera which is of great quality is off to the side. If you use your phone, you have a much smaller screen and are probably holding the device which is not ideal for extended sessions. So there really is great no option in Apple's entire lineup, which is a shame during our present quarantined reality.
I am thinking of getting my first Macbook with the Air i3. Couple of questions, will I be able to effectively use microsoft Word, Excel etc consistently and have lots of tabs open on chrome/safari (if its better), watch the odd RUclips video etc. Would I be better off with Microsoft Surface Laptop which is around £100 more for same ssd. How long will the laptop roughly last, hoping for at least 4 years. I don't game, maybe the odd card games or online games, I don't edit. The biggest thing is will having lots of tabs open slow down the laptop or make it heat up more often. Thanks in advance
You’re amazing man. Subscribing now. By the way I’ve ordered the new MacBook Air 2020 in the i7 model and after watching this video you’ve relieved me from the thermal throttling anxieties. You’re gold MacBook does look lovely, I’ve ordered the space grey. Does it have a slightly pink-ish tint to it?
I have the i7 in gold. It is closer to the old rose gold than the previous gold. The i7 has been pretty good. It is certainly not as fast as the 13” Pro in CPU-intensive tasks, but it is great for everyday usage. The fan has been fine.
Catriona Hanafin Glad to know your fan has been behaving, that’s a massive relief 😅Thank you so much! Stay safe and healthy.
I edit a lot on Sketch and Canva. I also usually have 10+ tabs open at once while editing with 3 tabs being web design websites. I bought a new MBA 256GB 16GB RAM Quad Core, will it heat up and ramp up the fans often?
Good comments....love your impressions and descriptions. Definitely the place I go to see what I need. Thanks, Ritchie!
I want to save money to buy a laptop but I don’t should I save money for MacBook Air or MacBook pro or a Hp laptop ( I want it for editing photos + writing stories on a platform for long hours + multitasking “ opening a lot of tabs “+ maybe watching some movies + writing essays , note : I have iPhone and iPad but never owned nor used a MacBook laptop )
Question I would like answered: Why oh why does the Macbook Air not come with a touch display? I am used to that option on my Acer swift 7 laptop. I use it all the time for the calculator to crunch numbers...very handy...and I am thinking about getting a Macbook air because i am an avid iphone fan and i like how the iphone "connects" to the laptop. Hey..that is another topic..how the iphone and macbook compliment each other. thanks for the Kangol hat tip. I ordered one today on amazon.
Hi Rene. I will buy a MacBook but actually it’s really hard for me to decide which one should I get, the pro or the air. I will just use it for surfing, make some office works and also online work. What do u recommend.?
On the debate about the i3/i5/i7 offerings. Just more proof we always have people to complain. If you don't give users choices, complaints. If you give users choices, complaints. One of the things I hate about the information age is that every product made sounds like it's crap if you read enough online.
Ha! Definitely need to keep a balance!
The webcam is horrid, but I have the i3 version and I run 2 monitors and multiple data apps at the same time with no issues. So far I love this thing! The only time mine heats up is if I play Google Stadia on it on 4k for extended periods, and the fans will kick on. It doesn't get really hot though.
i will keep it simple on intel cpu. there is a reason why apple is switching to ARM and taking a very very hard look at Ryzen cpus. hint.
Zen 2 4900HS vs intel 90w Thic gaming laptop (linus video) and simple take a look at the performances/temps.
I'd take AMD short term and ARM long term...
Thank you for the informative and interesting videos. I’m currently considering to buy the i3 or the i5 MBA or to wait for the new base model of the MBP. As I prefer the aesthetics and light weight of the MBA and as the MBP might be a bit overkill for my relatively light workload the MBA might be the obvious choice. But as I also would like to be able to connect a 34 inch monitor to have multiple browser windows open side by side together with Spotify or a RUclips video I would like to ask if you think if it will run very warm?
I'm in the exact same situation now, what choise did u make and how is it?
Whiskey Scene I haven’t made a real choice so far. I think the choice comes down to a lower temperature or a faster experience in the long run. To stay away from heating issues the i3 might be the safest choice. But I must say that I couldn’t hear any fan noise when I used several (native) apps next to each other on the i5 in the Apple Store. Last week I experienced the 120hz full screen and Face ID of the iPad pro which was quite amazing. With better support for an external monitor (perhaps in ios 14) it might cover my needs as well. Anyhow I will wait to see how the Covid 19 crisis will affect my work before I’ll buy a new iPad or MacBook.
Bro why does it look like you’ve been doing youtube for 5 years damn subscribed
I‘m in the „putting tape over the camera“ camp. They should make cameras in macbooks better but optional. I never use it. I‘ll gladly pay less instead of heaving it.
Some of the best commentary on Apple products around! It's not just a review, but some insights into what works and why. Great stuff.
I'm loving the long-form, documentary style videos, Rene!
Also, I think 99% of the criticism (at least, from what I've seen/heard) is with Apple's intentionally limiting cooling (who installs a fan in a laptop but doesn't run a heatpipe to it?!) on the CPU. The specs would be solid for so many more people, if Apple hadn't made that stupid decision.
it has y chip which is fanless
You got to eait till year 2050 for apple to insert in that heat sink . Just lkke they did to buterfly kb...
i returned mine. I had the I7 model, full spec. It was underpowered for my needs sadly.
Steven simpson what were your needs? I guess they are some hard tasks. Maybe games?
Lmao iPad virtual keyboard!!!
2020 iPad Pro audio mic and camera were probably the best in those tests. Great video 👏🏼👍🏼
Can't apple do some magic and use the iPhone or iPad camera sidecar style in the interim while they evaluate an upgraded camera?
Feels weird not hearing "and this is vector". But loving the new channel
I've watched that keyboard segment literally eight times now. It's just too great
will the air i7 16 gb ram be able to handle 20 chrome tabs all running at once?
Me buying it just cuz it’s cheap cuz I feel like buying the i5 16ram u might as well buy the pro
After all the fire Apple's been getting regarding their laptop cameras, I'll be very surprised if they don't have best in class front facing cameras on their laptops for the next gen of air and pro macbooks
I have a feeling whenever the 14-inch MBP lands it'll come equip with a better FaceTime camera because the 16-inch MBP got some beefy microphone improvements that Apple touts to be studio quality (again, this is open to each individual's interpretation on) and a non existent camera improvement carried over from basically 2011 is such a weird offset. But this will surely lit the fire on Apple's product decision going forward from here on out. Looking at you now regular iMac.
Also, they're all working from home now and will really see the need, I hope!
@@ReneRitchie I surely hope so this is the year or maybe they're trying to tie a better FaceTime with Face ID capabilities for Macs if not then there's next year (sigh).
Good review. Seems like you have more liberty to refer to other excellent Apple (Tech) reviewers. Excellent! Always loved the MBA - perfect sibling to iPad Pro.
You don't foresee any significant improvement before they ditch Intel ? How about just hooking up the fan to the cpu ?
I'm looking for a new laptop and I would be using a lot of video conferencing apps like zoom, is the macbook air 2020 suitable for my everyday use?w
no
Is the jump from 8gb to 16 gb ram worth it on the AIR?
Still rocking my 1799 13 inch MacBook Pro. The latest butterfly keyboard is excellent. Bought and used it since release day. Having no idea to upgrade at all now.
If you have no issues with the keyboard, I’d hold onto the 13” MacBook Pro. It is still considerably faster for CPU-intensive tasks, and has a better screen, faster SSD, etc.
@@catrionahanafin6213 no issues at all tbh.
Great video dude! I'm not sure about that decision; What should I buy between:
-MBP 2019 i5, 8GB Ram and 256 Gb SSD
-MBA 2020 i5, 16 GB Ram and 256 Gb SSD
My uses are word, web (intense historical research for university), video streaming (Hbo, Netflix) and several edit apps like Photoshop or Lightroom. I don't know which's the better option.
Thanks!!
antonio rodriguez cañero If you mean the 13” MBP definitely avoid that, and for those specs I’d buy the Air or wait for the rumoured 14” MBP coming this year
krishnugget is the 13 MBP that bad? The new MBP will be so good but pretty sure would be way too pricier in my country at launchday
Aviciena Iskandar The performance is mediocre but the main reason I would suggest not to buy it is the old keyboard, that thing was prone to failing constantly and just didn’t feel nice
krishnugget will the Air hold on and not feel so frustratingly laggish at least for 4-5 years? Never have the mac before, so don’t have any idea
Aviciena Iskandar If you get the i5 and 16 gb of RAM then it should hold up for a good while
i5, 16 GB RAM and 512 GB storage, refurbished, is the way to go.
I would actually prefer a lower quality camera with high quality audio for business.
i'm having trouble choosing between the base model (i3+256) or the higher model (i5+512) air. does the i5 really make a difference? i only use it for websurfing, watching videos, and listening to music but sometimes i play minecraft from time to time. i cant really get 16gb of ram so im stuck with 8gb
and is getting the i5 make it future proof? or is it in the ram?
Hey Rene! You do a great job! I look forward to all your reviews! Best of luck going forward!
Thanks so much!
Shocking that there's no mentioning of the terrible thermal performance of this machine. Its so incredible loud, while simultaneously 100 degrees.
When all that could have been avoided by simply attaching the heatsink 1 millimeter closer to the SoC. This is a pure case of planned lower performance and annoyances for the user.
It hasn't been loud for me in the slightest but most definitely does have horrendous thermal performance. I don't expect top of the line performance from a base model MBA but it is unacceptable to have such problems on something so costly
The Air is for customers who want a laptop for everyday tasks, but want to do them in style. There's a big market for that purpose. Do wish they'd give it a P3 screen though, even the iPad mini has one!
Hi Rene, can you tell me if the new Air i3 (most basic model) will cope with basic video imports and editing from an android phone (1080p)? Presumably using imovie.... I want to be able to do some youtube vlogs but my poor old 2010 macbook pro is finding life very hard these days!! Thanks so much :)
Can we have some longer dedicated keyboard asmr Rochie? Please?
Good analysis, Rene. The quality and thorough nature of your videos is always top notch.
Thanks so much!
Thanks great review. So comforting to know that your MacBook didn’t burst into 🔥