Apple has released

a brand new MacBook Air, designed from the ground up, and sports a fresh look with more powerful internals. Prices start at $1,699, which sounds rather affordable for a MacBook. So at this point, you are wondering if you should buy one? But the 13-inch MacBook Pro has been updated too. Although it’s physically identical to the model it replaces, it too has Apple’s spanking new M2 chip. Should you get that instead? Oh, but the previous MacBook Air with the M1 chip is now more affordable than ever at $1,449.

Can’t make up your mind? Here’s a handy guide to help guide your purchasing decision.

The 14 and 16-inch MacBook Pro are omitted from this guide because those are considerably pricier devices targeted at power users and professionals.