Five hundred pesos. That’s the price difference between the MacBook Neo and the MacBook Air. After spending a lot of time testing and using both laptops in the MacBook menuI can say that there is a clear demographic for both of these devices.
Like a long time laptop testerMy goal here is twofold. I want to make sure you’re buying the right MacBook, and I also want to make sure you’re not overpaying or underbuying. Deciding is not as difficult as you think. Don’t you think you want a MacBook after all? Don’t forget to check out our guides Best Windows PCs,, The best Chromebookor The best Linux laptops.
An Easy Way to Determine
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There is one simple question to answer if you are stuck between Neo and Air. Is this for work that you will use all the time? Because if you’re sitting in front of this laptop for eight hours a day, don’t bother paying attention MacBook Neo. Perhaps you will be tempted by the price, but the compromises are too many. Trust me.
On the other hand, if you answered “No” to that question, you can save money by buying a MacBook Neo without being bothered by some of its limitations. For example, many people have a work PC or laptop at the office, but need something for weeknights, weekends, or travel. It also works perfectly for a student, whether in high school or college.
I know that’s an oversimplified way to think about it, but it’s a good place to start.
Design, Size, and Beauty
There is a small difference in size, but it is not as significant as you might think. The MacBook Neo’s screen is 13 inches, measured diagonally, which is more than half an inch smaller than the 13.6-inch MacBook Air. As someone who regularly works on a MacBook Air, I found it very easy to switch to a slightly smaller Neo. You can also upgrade to the 15-inch MacBook Air, which gives you a bigger canvas to work on. But that also costs an extra $200. In terms of portability, the MacBook Air is 0.44 inches versus the Neo’s 0.50 inches. Again, not a huge difference – especially since they are similar in weight.
The MacBook Neo deviates from the MacBook formula in terms of design in a few important ways. It’s more playful than other MacBooks, with rounded edges, white buttons, and some brighter color options. They’re not nearly as bold as the iMac colors, but you can choose between Silver, Blush, Citrus, and Indigo. Silver and Blush are more subtle, while Citrus and Indigo are the best choices. My favorite thing about the MacBook Neo is the lack of a notch, though. Don’t get me wrong: I want a thin bezel on my laptop like everyone else, but I’ve always found the notch to be a bad solution.
