Before Apple Silicon, I'd agree with you - but that was mostly because Intel couldn't produce a low-power chip. Now with M series, the Airs are quite nice and

Before Apple Silicon, I'd agree with you - but that was mostly because Intel couldn't produce a low-power chip. Now with M series, the Airs are quite nice and usable for most people. I'm typing this on a stock M1 Air and it's been perfect for non-professional usage (ie, hobby stuff).