
The two new MacBooks both share a common manufacturing technique, whereby solid chunks of aluminum are pared down until scant casings remain. Apple's retort is a MacBook Air-inspired casing and dual-graphics is it enough to keep the MacBook Pro on top?

It's a double-edged sword, though: since the last MacBook Pro refresh the laptop has faced fresh competition from Voodoo's slick, niche range, as well as capable (if a touch more mainstream) models from HP, Lenovo and others. With a reputation of superlative performance and style, the Pro is targeted at an audience who, to stereotype a little, has higher priorities than budget than those looking at the MacBook segment.

As Apple's flagship laptop, the MacBook Pro arguably has an easier time than the MacBook.
