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Highlights The M4 features a new processor, Apple Intelligence support, improved connectivity with Thunderbolt 4 ports and supports up to two 6K external displays. The M4 introduces a new Sky Blue colour option. The MacBook Air M4 starts at ₹99,900 for the 13-inch variant and ₹1,24,900 for the 15-inch variant, lower than the M3's starting prices. MacBook Air M4. (Image credit - Apple) Apple has recently unveiled the MacBook Air M4 featuring the new processor, Apple Intelligence support, better connectivity options and a lower starting price. Here’s how it stacks up against the previous generation MacBook Air M3. What’s New in the MacBook Air M4? MacBook Air M4 VS MacBook Air M3 - Key Specs Features MacBook Air 13-in. (M4) MacBook Air 13-in. (M3) Display 13.6” Liquid Retina display9 13.6” Liquid Retina display9 Chipset Apple M4 chip Apple M3 chip CPU 10-core CPU 8-core CPU GPU Up to 10-core GPU Up to 10-core GPU Memory Up to 32GB unified memory Up to 24GB unified memory Camera 12MP Center Stage camera with support for Desk View 1080p HD video recording Advanced image signal processor with computational video 1080p FaceTime HD camera Advanced image signal processor with computational video Ports Two Thunderbolt 4 (USB-C) ports Two Thunderbolt / USB 4 ports MacBook Air M4 VS MacBook Air M3 - What’s New? (Image credit - Apple) Lower Starting Price Despite the upgrades, Apple has reduced the starting price for the MacBook Air M4 - 13-inch variant - ₹99,900 15-inch variant - ₹1,24,900 For comparison, last year’s MacBook Air M3 started at ₹1,14,900 for the 13-inch model and ₹1,34,900 for the 15-inch version. A New Colour Option Apple has introduced a Sky Blue colour for the MacBook Air M4, complete with matching MagSafe charging cables. The existing Midnight, Starlight and Silver colour options remain available. Upgraded Chipset The MacBook Air M4 is powered by the new M4 processor, featuring a 10-core CPU, an 8- or 10-core GPU and support for up to 32GB of unified memory. Apple claims major performance improvements in tasks like spreadsheet management, video editing, photo editing, and web browsing. However, most of these comparisons are against older Intel-based MacBooks or the M1 chip, so the difference compared to the M3 remains unclear. Apple Intelligence Features Thanks to the M4’s powerful chipset, the new MacBook Air fully supports Apple Intelligence from the start. This includes the following features - Genmoji Writing tools Image Playground ChatGPT integration in Siri And other macOS Sequoia AI features Improved Connectivity The MacBook Air M4 comes with upgraded Thunderbolt 4 ports replacing Thunderbolt 3 for better security and faster connectivity. Additionally, while last year’s model already supported dual external displays, the M4 version allows users to connect two 6K external displays while still using the built-in Liquid Retina Display. FAQs Q1. What is the starting price of the MacBook Air M4? Answer. The 13-inch variant of the MacBook Air M4 starts at ₹99,900, and the 15-inch variant starts at ₹1,24,900. Q2. What new colour option is available for the MacBook Air M4? Answer. The MacBook Air M4 introduces a new Sky Blue color option, along with the existing Midnight, Starlight and Silver colours. Q3. What processor does the MacBook Air M4 use? Answer. The MacBook Air M4 is powered by the new M4 processor, featuring a 10-core CPU and an 8- or 10-core GPU. Q4. What Apple Intelligence features are supported by the MacBook Air M4? Answer. The MacBook Air M4 fully supports Apple Intelligence features such as Genmoji, Writing tools, Image Playground, ChatGPT integration in Siri, and other macOS Sequoia AI features. Q5. What improvements in connectivity does the MacBook Air M4 have? Answer. The MacBook Air M4 comes with upgraded Thunderbolt 4 ports, replacing Thunderbolt 3 for better security and faster connectivity, and supports two 6K external displays while using the built-in Liquid Retina Display. Also Read: Apple Unveils MacBook Air M4 Starting at ₹99,900 in India, New Colour Also Revealed Also Read: Apple Intelligence to Support More Languages Starting This April