Device Comparison
| MacBook Air (M4) | ThinkBook 14x Gen 2 | |
|---|---|---|
| PERFORMANCE | ||
| Graphics | — | Intel integrated graphics |
| Memory Bandwidth | 120 GB/s | LPDDR5X-7467 |
| Neural Engine | 16-core (AI & machine learning) | — |
| Processor | Apple M4; CPU: 10-core (4 performance + 6 efficiency); GPU: 8-core or 10-core depending on model | Intel Core Series 3 (Wildcat Lake), up to Intel Core 7 |
| LAUNCH DATE | ||
| Released | 12 March 2025 | 2026-09 (Europe), expected Q1 2027 (USA) |
| Status | Discontinued | Available |
| DISPLAY | ||
| Brightness | Up to 500 nits typical | OLED: 500 nits (SDR), 1100 nits (HDR peak); LCD: 400 nits |
| Color | 1 billion colors (wide P3) | OLED: 100% DCI-P3; LCD: 100% sRGB |
| Refresh Rate | Standard 60 Hz | 120Hz |
| Resolution | 2560 × 1664 pixels | OLED: 2.8K; LCD: 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA) |
| Size | 13.6-inch (Diagonal) | 14 inches, 16:10 |
| Type | Liquid Retina display (high-resolution IPS-based Apple panel) | OLED (anti-glare) or IPS LCD (touch) |
| ADDITIONAL INFORMATION | ||
| Launch Price | — | €1,079 (Base configuration) — Europe |
| Launch Price (USD) | $999.00 (reference only — see Price in Nigeria above for the actual retail price) | $999.99 (US launch price) |
| Price in Nigeria | ₦1,399,000 | ₦1,400,000 (estimate, converted from US launch price) |
| OVERVIEW | ||
| Chip | Apple M4 Chip (10-core CPU, up to 10-core GPU) | Intel Core Series 3 (Wildcat Lake), up to Intel Core 7; Graphics: Intel integrated graphics |
| Manufacturer | Apple | Lenovo |
| Model | Apple MacBook Air (M4) | Lenovo ThinkBook 14x Gen 2 |
| Operating System | macOS Sequoia at launch | Windows 11 |
| Release Year | 2025 | 2026 |
| BODY AND BUILD | ||
| Colors | Midnight, Sky Blue, Silver, Starlight | Luna Grey, Celestial White, Mystic Violet, Veil Blue |
| Dimensions | — | Thickness: 12.9-15.6 mm |
| Material | Aluminum unibody | — |
| Weight | 1.24 kg (varies slightly by screen size) | From 990 g |
| MEMORY AND STORAGE | ||
| RAM | Standard: 16 GB Unified Memory; Upgradeable: Typically up to 24 GB or 32 GB (configurable) | Up to 32GB LPDDR5X-7467 |
| Storage | SSD Options: 256 GB / 512 GB / 1 TB / 2 TB (varies by model) | Up to 2TB PCIe 5.0 SSD (M.2 2242 / M.2 2280) |
| Storage Type | SSD (NVMe) | — |
| PORTS AND CONNECTIVITY | ||
| Ports and connectivity | Thunderbolt 4 (USB-C), MagSafe 3 charging port, 3.5 mm headphone jack, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, External Displays. | 2x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2, 2x USB-A; Video: HDMI 2.1; Audio: 3.5mm jack; Wi-Fi: Wi-Fi 6E or Wi-Fi 7 (by configuration) |
| BATTERY AND CHARGING | ||
| Battery Life | Up to 18 hours video playback (official) (Apple-rated endurance figure) | — |
| Battery Type | Built-in lithium-polymer battery | 54.7 Wh or 65 Wh |
| Charging | 30 W USB-C adapter (35 W dual-port with higher configs); fast charge with 70 W | 65W USB-C |
| AUDIO AND WEBCAM | ||
| Microphones | Studio-quality three-mic array | — |
| Speakers | Stereo speakers with wide sound | 2x 2W speakers, Dolby Audio |
| Webcam | 12 MP with Center Stage support (higher-resolution video calls with auto-framing) | FHD IR |
| SOFTWARE AND EXTRAS | ||
| Keyboard | Backlit Magic Keyboard | Spill-resistant; backlight depends on configuration |
| Operating System | macOS Sequoia at launch | Windows 11 |
| Security | Touch ID fingerprint sensor | IR camera (face recognition) |
| Trackpad | Large Force Touch trackpad | Glass touchpad, 120 x 75 mm |
| PRICE IN NIGERIA | ||
| Base Model | ₦1,240,000–₦1,550,000+ in Nigeria | — |