MacBook Air M2/M4 (16GB/256GB) vs Used Core i5 8th Gen (8GB/256GB SSD)

Prices are in Pakistani rupees (Rs).

FAISLA: Go for MacBook Air M2/M4 (16GB/256GB) (Rs 3.55 lakh – Rs 4.35 lakh) if you are a professional with a high budget who needs top performance, amazing battery, and great resale value. Choose Used Core i5 8th Gen (8GB/256GB SSD) (Rs 45k) if you are a student or office worker on a strict budget who only needs a reliable laptop for basic daily tasks.
MacBook Air M2/M4 (16GB/256GB)MacBook Air M2/M4 (16GB/256GB)
Apple
Used Core i5 8th Gen (8GB/256GB SSD)Used Core i5 8th Gen (8GB/256GB SSD)
HP / Dell / Lenovo
Konsa Score
9.1
Value7.5
Quality9.8
Power9.6
Resale9.8
8.9
Value9.7
Quality8.8
Power9.2
Resale7.2
Budget pick
PriceRs 3.55 lakh – Rs 4.35 lakhRs 45k Sasta
Power (8h/day)~Rs 324/mah (30W) Kam bill~Rs 486/mah (45W)
Rating★ 4.8★ 4.3
SpecsApple M2/M4 · 16GB · 256GB · 13.6"i5-8th gen · 8GB · 256GB SSD · 14" · Import used (A grade)
Good
  • Fast
  • Battery
  • Resale sabse behtar
  • Sabse best value
  • Office + study perfect
Lacking
  • Mehnga
  • Battery 2–3 ghante
  • Used
Best forProfessionalsStudents, office — kam budget
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