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The MacBook Air as a CAD workstation? A Real-World Test. [Part IV: Hardware & Final Verdict]
In the last part of our series, both students evaluate the hardware of the Air and answer the question in their conclusion of whether a MacBook Air with M2 chip is suitable for studying architecture.
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The MacBook Air as a CAD workstation? A Real-World Test. [Part III: Render Test]
Jetzt schlägt die Stunde der Wahrheit: Im Rendertest tritt des MacBook Air (M2) wieder gegen das MacBook Pro 16 2019 (i9) an. Wer wird gewinnen?
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The M2 MacBook Air as a CAD-Workstation? A Real-World Test. [Part II: Software]
Nach unserer Einführung in Teil I geht es jetzt ans Eingemachte! Beide Studis haben die Software-Performance des M2-Air getestet und mit ihren alten Intel i9 MacBook Pro‘s verglichen. Erfahrt hier, wie sich das MBA in Anwendungen wie Vectorworks, Photoshop und Office geschlagen hat.
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The M2 MacBook Air as a CAD-Workstation? A Real-World Test. [Part I]
Zwei Architektur-Studis stellen sich der Aufgabe: Sie ersetzen ihre alten bisherigen MacBook Pro für einen Monat mit dem MacBook Air (M2). In unserer Praxistest-Serie erfährt ihr, wie das Air bei leistungshungrigen Anwendungen wie CAD und Rendering im Studienalltag abschneidet. Im ersten Teil stellen wir die beiden Tester vor, welche Hardware sie vorher benutzt haben und welchen ersten Eindruck das Air bei ihnen hinterlassen hat.
Our offer in the spring semester 2023
Our Spring Wave has been open for a good 24 hours and the first laptop model is already sold out. Don't worry, it's a laptop model from the Fall Wave. You may have noticed that several other laptop models are available "while stocks last". Read more about the reasons here.
Get started with your new MacBook
When your new MacBook arrives, it's basically ready to go. However, there are a few things you should consider before you start using your new device. We have summarized a series of useful steps for you. These will help you get your device up and running.
Jobs available!
We are looking for a working student as Deputy Support Coordinator (50-60%). You can find more details about the position here. Apply now or share the job description with your friends!
Order Information
You can track the order status of your laptop in our distribution partner's customer account. You can find information on this in the FAQ.
Help Point : Please book an appointment
Our support staff at the Help Points ETHZ, Bern vonRoll, UNIBAS and UNILU are there for you. If you need technical support, contact us via email to make an appointment.
Jobs available!
We are looking for a working student as Deputy Support Coordinator (50-60%). You can find more details about the position here. Apply now or share the job description with your friends!
Order Information
You can track the order status of your laptop in our distribution partner's customer account. You can find information on this in the FAQ.
Help Point : Please book an appointment
Our support staff at the Help Points ETHZ, Bern vonRoll, UNIBAS and UNILU are there for you. If you need technical support, contact us via email to make an appointment.