Is the older MacBook Air still a better buy than the MacBook Neo?

The MacBook Neo marked a step forward for Apple in offering an affordable MacBook option for students and the general public. However, upon closer examination, many found that Apple cut back on many features to achieve this price point, making the product even less appealing than older MacBook Air models.

MacBook Air đời cũ vẫn đáng mua hơn MacBook Neo - Ảnh 1. — The MacBook Neo is geared towards students.

One of the notable features of the MacBook Neo is its A18 Pro processor, previously used in the iPhone 16 Pro. While this chip is powerful, it's primarily designed for phones and tablets, not for professional desktop computing tasks. Meanwhile, the M-series chips in older MacBook Air models, especially the M4, offer more stable performance and better processing capabilities for demanding tasks like video editing or programming.

Many shortcomings on the MacBook Neo.

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To keep the price attractive, Apple removed several key features. The basic version of the MacBook Neo lacks Touch ID – a feature that has become standard on modern MacBooks. Additionally, it doesn't support Thunderbolt, doesn't have MagSafe charging, and only comes with 8GB of non-upgradable RAM. These shortcomings make the MacBook Neo feel more like a lower-end laptop than a genuine Apple product.

Another surprising point is the lack of a backlit keyboard – a basic feature that most laptops have these days, making it more difficult to work in low-light conditions. Additionally, the MacBook Neo's charging speed is only 20W, roughly the same as budget smartphones, while MacBook Air models support faster and more convenient charging.

MacBook Air đời cũ vẫn đáng mua hơn MacBook Neo - Ảnh 2. — The lack of backlighting on the keyboard negatively impacts the nighttime user experience.

Clearly, even if the MacBook Neo can meet the basic needs of users, with its shortcomings and feature cuts, many may find better value in older MacBook Air models. These models not only offer better performance but also provide a more complete user experience.

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With the aforementioned weaknesses, the product may not be the best choice for those looking for a cheap laptop that still guarantees quality. While Apple has succeeded with other affordable products like the iPhone 17e, the MacBook Neo doesn't seem to have reached that standard.

Source: https://thanhnien.vn/macbook-air-doi-cu-van-dang-mua-hon-macbook-neo-185260305104558455.htm