If you want your Mac to last for several years, and you take the longer view, then M-series chips are clearly the future.
It seems likely that Apple (and other) software will become increasingly optimised for the M-series.
I wouldn't consider any Intel Mac now.
If you are pushed for cash, consider an Apple refurbished model?
M-series chips have clear battery-life advantages.
If you ever intend to use it unplugged, then that is a factor.
If you're always plugged-in, then consider a Mac Mini instead.
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