MacBook Air, MacBook Pro and older MacBook 12-inch - which one is worth buying used?
Introduction - which used MacBook to choose?
Are you looking for a used MacBook and wondering which model best suits your needs?Apple offers several lines of laptops that differ not only in appearance, but also in computing power, mobility and purpose. In this article, we explain how the MacBook Air, MacBook Pro and the older MacBook 12-inch differ so you can make an informed choice of the right model in 2025.
MacBook Air used - lightweight, mobile and quiet
MacBook Air is the most popular laptop Apple among students, office workers and people who value mobility.
With its slim chassis and light weight, it is perfect for travel and everyday work.
Key advantages of the MacBook Air:
- very light and compact,
- long battery life - up to a dozen hours,
- noiseless cooling,
- great for browsing the Internet, working with documents, studying and editing photos or videos.
💡 If you're looking for a used MacBook Air with an M1 or M2 processor, this is currently the best choice in terms of performance and price.
Macbook Air:
MacBook Pro used - power for professionals
The MacBook Pro line is designed for users who need more power and better screen quality.
It's hardware for graphic designers, editors, programmers and anyone who wants premium performance.
MacBook Pro features:
- more powerful processors (M1 Pro, M2 Pro, M3 Pro, and earlier Intel),
- active cooling system - keeps performance high even under heavy load,
- brighter Retina screen with accurate color reproduction,
- more ports and configurability.
👉 A used MacBook Pro is a great choice for professional tasks - video editing, graphic design or programming.
Macbooks Pro
Older MacBook 12-inch - minimalist and stylish
The MacBook 12-inch, produced between 2015 and 2017, is an ultralight laptop designed for maximum mobility, offering a high-quality Retina screen and an extremely compact design.
Advantages:
- ultra-light and slim (about 0.9 kg),
- high-quality Retina screen,
- full-size keyboard and elegant design,
- ideal for basic tasks: mail, documents, web browsing.
💡 The older MacBook 12-inch and Intel models are still great for everyday work, and their build quality guarantees long use.
MacBook Air vs MacBook Pro - comparison and choice
MacBook Air
- Best for: students, office workers, home users
- Usage: office, study, internet, multimedia
- Advantages: quiet, lightweight, energy efficient
MacBook Pro
- Best for: graphic designers, programmers, video editors
- Usage: creative work, aggravating programs
- Advantages: performance, screen quality, cooling
MacBook 12-inch
- Best for: people looking for an ultralight, stylish laptop
- Usage: working with documents, internet, mobility
- Advantages: compact, elegant, Retina screen
Why buy a used MacBook?
When you buy a used MacBook, you get high build quality and great performance at a much lower price. Hardware Apple is extremely durable and long-lasting, so A-grade copies often look and work like new.
🛠 All of the used MacBook Air, Pro and 12-inch MacBooks we offer are thoroughly tested, technically sound and under warranty. See the current models and choose the MacBook that fits your work style.