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| MacBook Air (M4) | Galaxy Book6 14-inch | |
|---|---|---|
| PERFORMANCE | ||
| Graphics | — | Intel Graphics |
| Memory Bandwidth | 120 GB/s | LPDDR5X |
| Neural Engine | 16-core (AI & machine learning) | Intel NPU, up to 15 TOPS |
| Processor | Apple M4; CPU: 10-core (4 performance + 6 efficiency); GPU: 8-core or 10-core depending on model | Intel Core 3 processor (Series 3), Intel Core 5 processor (Series 3) |
| LAUNCH DATE | ||
| Released | 12 March 2025 | Expected 2026-10-05 |
| Status | Discontinued | Announced; expected 2026-10-05 |
| DISPLAY | ||
| Brightness | Up to 500 nits typical | 350 nits |
| Color | 1 billion colors (wide P3) | — |
| Refresh Rate | Standard 60 Hz | — |
| Resolution | 2560 × 1664 pixels | 1920 x 1200 pixels (WUXGA), 16:10 |
| Size | 13.6-inch (Diagonal) | 14.0 inches |
| Type | Liquid Retina display (high-resolution IPS-based Apple panel) | LCD, anti-reflective |
| ADDITIONAL INFORMATION | ||
| Compatibility | — | Galaxy AI features (AI Select, Note Assist), Quick Share, Multi Control, Second Screen |
| Launch Price (USD) | $999.00 (reference only — see Price in Nigeria above for the actual retail price) | $799.99 (US launch price) |
| Price in Nigeria | ₦1,399,000 | ₦1,120,000 (estimate, converted from US launch price) |
| OVERVIEW | ||
| Chip | Apple M4 Chip (10-core CPU, up to 10-core GPU) | Intel Core 3 processor (Series 3), Intel Core 5 processor (Series 3); Graphics: Intel Graphics |
| Manufacturer | Apple | Samsung |
| Model | Apple MacBook Air (M4) | Samsung Galaxy Book6 14-inch |
| Operating System | macOS Sequoia at launch | Windows 11 Home / Windows 11 Pro (25H2) |
| Release Year | 2025 | 2026 |
| BODY AND BUILD | ||
| Colors | Midnight, Sky Blue, Silver, Starlight | Violet Silver, Gray |
| Dimensions | — | 313.0 x 221.0 x 15.7 mm |
| Material | Aluminum unibody | — |
| Weight | 1.24 kg (varies slightly by screen size) | 1.35 kg |
| MEMORY AND STORAGE | ||
| RAM | Standard: 16 GB Unified Memory; Upgradeable: Typically up to 24 GB or 32 GB (configurable) | 8GB / 16GB LPDDR5X |
| Storage | SSD Options: 256 GB / 512 GB / 1 TB / 2 TB (varies by model) | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB PCIe SSD (varies by market) |
| Storage Type | SSD (NVMe) | PCIe SSD |
| 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 Type-C, 1x USB Type-A; Video: HDMI 1.4 (up to 4K@30Hz); Audio: 3.5mm headphone/mic jack, Yes (headphone/mic combo); Wi-Fi: Wi-Fi 6E, 802.11ax 2x2; Bluetooth: 5.4 |
| BATTERY AND CHARGING | ||
| Battery Life | Up to 18 hours video playback (official) (Apple-rated endurance figure) | Up to 25 hours (Samsung claim) |
| Battery Type | Built-in lithium-polymer battery | 61.2 Wh (typical) |
| Charging | 30 W USB-C adapter (35 W dual-port with higher configs); fast charge with 70 W | 45W USB Type-C fast charging (approx. 33% in 30 min) |
| AUDIO AND WEBCAM | ||
| Microphones | Studio-quality three-mic array | Dual array digital microphones |
| Speakers | Stereo speakers with wide sound | Stereo speakers (2W x 2), Dolby Atmos |
| Webcam | 12 MP with Center Stage support (higher-resolution video calls with auto-framing) | 2MP, 1080p FHD |
| SOFTWARE AND EXTRAS | ||
| Keyboard | Backlit Magic Keyboard | Pro keyboard (non-backlit) |
| Operating System | macOS Sequoia at launch | Windows 11 Home / Windows 11 Pro (25H2) |
| Security | Touch ID fingerprint sensor | — |
| Trackpad | Large Force Touch trackpad | Clickpad |
| PRICE IN NIGERIA | ||
| Base Model | ₦1,240,000–₦1,550,000+ in Nigeria | — |