The MacBook Pro is certainly not a necessity for everyone and the steep price ensures that (I downgraded to an Air, myself, a few years ago). But, every once in a while, a sale makes the superior laptop seem worth it.

If you are set on buying an Apple laptop, but aren't sure if you should go with the MacBook Air or MacBook Pro, here are the key differences to know.

Credit: Laptop Mag/Sean Riley It’s only a matter of time before we see the M4 MacBook Air. Rumors aside, I think the M4 MacBook Air may be one of the most impactful launches we’ve seen in a while. There are plenty of factors at play here,