Video Editing on the Apple M1 MacBook Air - Is this a Pro Laptop? (2021)

Hey Matt, I watched your video and it was awesome. The video is a little old. Do you think I can go with a MacBook Air M1 with 8GB of RAM for 1080p video editing with lots of transitions and effects? And if I can, can I use it smoothly for at least a year of editing? I'm eagerly awaiting your answer.

I'll buy it to cut 4k videos, about 30 seconds each, 1 timeline, a little bit of color grade, send them to stock photos. Should I choose the 8g or the 16g?

Really good summary, thanks for the video!

Why are you wasting half of video time on comparing with other apple product when this is about MBA?

Exactly the video that I was looking for. Thank you for answering all my questions I had regarding this. I didn't expect you to only have the 8GB version and still have such amazing performance. I was sure 16GB is a must. I might have to consider getting the 8GB version after all and simply upgrade the laptop altogether when the costs aren't an issue.

was this using with 8gb ram and 7 core ?

I want this for 4k recording and editing videos is this be good

I'm running a PC using the integrated graphics (Ryzen 4500U), which handle audio production fine, but mannnn it does not like Davinci Resolve. Either the Air or Pro would blow away my current setup haha

Brilliant, thanks!

Great delivery and a very clear impression communicated. Thanks!

Great

I'm using M1 Mac mini base model with 8 RAM and works perfectly for my needs. Obviously if you drop noise reduction on 4 K H.265 codec it renders slow with few frames per second, but considering the fact that precious Mac Pro with 64 RAM had issues to even paly H.255 it's not a big deal. You usually apply noise reduction at the ending for final project anyway. My question would be if MacBook Air with 8 RAM can provide similar quality like MacMini with M1 or there are some differences in performance? Much appreciated.

very clear! Thanks!

is davinci resolve free version can run on macbook air M1 8gb RAM

Super useful. Thanks!

Just the video I needed before making my final choice, thank you 🙏🏻

Good review. No hyperbole.

I've now switched over to M1 Max chip, can't imagine editing back on a M1 Air anymore!

I want the 16gb Ram but i don't know which one to get!
Will the MacBook Air M1 16gb work in the long run given there are no fans??

Great video! I would love to get the new 2021 macbook pro but it's quite expensive so I'm considering other alternatives if I'd buy a computer... I'm currently editing videos on my ipad pro 2020 with lumafusion and it works, but I would like to upgrade to davinci resolve which isn't available for the ipad.

Very nice work, Matt! I like your pleasant style, and your analysis is also great.
I am still thinking about the Mini, partly with the very hot summers in South Korea but it’s nice to have the portability of the Air, perhaps if I do video editing while traveling. (But will I ever really bring it??)

Wow, unsurprisingly the Premiere Pro Apple Silicone update is lousy, especially what you see coming from Resolve. Fortunately, I smelt the coffee ages ago and managed to get out of the bloated and unoptimised Adobe suite which has transformed my workflow considerably. It’s amazing what you do on the little MBA with all things considered.

Wish it had 144 hz,it already has terrific battery

M1 is a disaster since so many programs don’t work. It also shuts down often when it’s overloaded. Happens more often than I’d like, making me think there’s an issue.

Love it. Prepping me for my first laptop in over a decade. 🤟🏽

I’ve been waiting for this video for a while!

Hey! Fellow Davinci user here.
I'm currently considering upgrading to the M1 mac and your videos really help a lot.
How smooth are playbacks in fusion? like when creating custom macros and other animations, 3D planner tracker etc...?

Just upgraded my 2014 air with m1 air and gave my wife old air. She is happy because she had Lenovo :D I am targeting m2x pro for an upgrade, so then I can switch old air with current :D