Then there’s speed. Regardless of which test you look at, the MacBook Pro is generally faster than the Air laptops, and its active cooling system allows it to sustain peak performance for more extended periods without thermal throttling. In contrast, the fanless MacBook Air may see performance dips during prolonged intensive tasks.

Apple has yet to include cellular connectivity on its laptops, but leaked code suggests that the first 5G MacBook Pro is now in development.

Apple tests 5G “Centauri” modem inside upcoming M5 MacBook Pro. Rumors suggest early 2026 launch, matching Windows laptops.