M4 MacBook Pro vs M4 MacBook Air: What $500 extra really gets you [Video]<div class="feat-image">

</div><p>Back-to-school time always brings some of the best deals on laptops, and this year is no exception. Amazon is offering insane deals on both the entry-level and the baseline M4 MacBook Pro ($1299). While my gut reaction is in awe at how much power and value you get from the at $799, after I stopped to think about it, the M4 MacBook Pro at $1299 could actually be the best bang for buck computer out on the market, but is it worth the $500 price difference?</p>
<p>That is what I wanted to break down in this post. Both are exceptional values, but what exactly are you getting from the MacBook Pro that justifies the extra $500? Let’s get into it. </p>
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