Are you a creative professional looking for a powerful and reliable laptop? Look no further than the new MacBook Pro 14-inch! This latest offering from Apple is a spec bump of the previous model, but it packs a punch with its new M2 Pro and M2 Max chips.
Not only do these chips offer faster performance, but they also boast 8K video output and support for WiFi 6E. This means that video editors and graphic designers can work with even higher resolution footage, and enjoy faster and more reliable internet connections.
But don’t let the “spec bump” label fool you – the MacBook Pro 14 still maintains its sleek and stylish design from the previous model. The 14.2-inch Liquid Retina XDR display with ProMotion support and 1080p webcam are just as stunning as ever. And with a MagSafe power connection, three Thunderbolt 4 USB-C ports, HDMI, a headphone jack, and a full-sized SD card slot, you’ll have all the ports you need to connect your peripherals and peripherals.
Under the hood, the MacBook Pro 14 has been dramatically upgraded. It can be equipped with Apple’s new M2 Pro chip, which offers up to a 12-core CPU and 19-core GPU, or the M2 Max, which squeezes in a 12-core CPU and 38-core GPU. Apple claims that the M2 Pro is around 20% faster than its predecessor in CPU speeds, and up to 30% faster when it comes to graphics. The M2 Max is also impressive, with up to 30% faster graphics than the M1 Max.
The fully-upgraded $3,299 MacBook Pro was put to the test, and the results were impressive. It scored around 2,600 points (19%) faster in the GeekBench 5 multitasking CPU benchmark, compared to the M1 Max-equipped MacBook Pro 16. It was also 18% faster in the GPU-powered GeekBench 5 Compute test and a whopping 60% faster than the M1 Max Mac Studio in the 3DMark Wildlife Extreme benchmark.
But don’t just take our word for it – the MacBook Pro 14 is perfect for those dealing with large video encoding or high compute jobs on a daily basis. In the tests, it took just 31 seconds to transcode a minute-long 4K clip into 1080p using Handbrake – that’s 10 seconds faster than the previous model.
Aside from its powerful performance, the MacBook Pro 14 is also a joy to use. The MiniLED Liquid Retina display is bright and vibrant, especially when viewing HDR content. And with a smooth scrolling experience thanks to Apple’s 120Hz ProMotion refresh rate, you’ll be able to work efficiently and comfortably. Plus, the six-speaker sound system and three-microphone array make it perfect for video conferencing and recording audio.
The battery life of the MacBook Pro 14 is decent, lasting around 8-10 hours on a single charge. And with two sizes to choose from, 14-inch and 16-inch, and a starting price of $1,999, it’s a great option for those looking to upgrade from previous models or switch from an Intel MacBook Pro. Just keep in mind that it’s not designed for gaming, so if that’s your main use case, you may want to look elsewhere.
In conclusion, the MacBook Pro 14 is a fantastic workhorse for creatives and power users. It offers impressive performance boosts, a beautiful display, and a sleek and stylish design. But if you don’t need the extra performance, the previous models are still great options too.
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