Question 1

Which is better, MacBook Air M3 15-inch or ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 12?

Accepted Answer

Both products scored 8.5/10 in our testing — it's a tie. Choose based on which features matter most to you.

Question 2

Is the MacBook Air M3 15-inch worth it over the ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 12?

Accepted Answer

The MacBook Air M3 15-inch scores 8.5/10 while the ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 12 scores 8.5/10. The MacBook Air M3 15-inch is our "Best Overall" pick in the Best Professional Ultrabooks 2026 category.

MacBook Air M3 15-inch vs ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 12: Which to Buy?