I have the MacBook Pro M2 14 inch 1TB. It's the best laptop I've ever owned. Crazy amount of power.. Crazy battery life.. just the most amazing laptop ever easily. Love the size too. 100% worth the near 3 grand I spent on it. Not one regret!

I confirm everything. I bought the base M2 Pro (16GB RAM, 512GB SSD) with the intention of trying and returning it if I wasn't satisfied. Never a little hesitation, very reactive and quick in everything. I edit 4k, 6k blackmagic raw like butter, I export 5 min 4k in prores 422 in 50 seconds, much faster than the 14 M1 Pro with which I worked for a year in the agency (I wonder how it is possible that channels like Max Tech has got the same results of M1 Pro!). It's a monster of power, with a perfectly optimized chip.

I had an antiquated Mac Pro 2003 that weighed a ton! I used it for two years and eventually gave it away. This month i walked into an Apple store and pick up a base model M2 Mac Book Pro 512GB 16Ram i am amazed by the speed and sleek operation of the unit, the feel and build quality ! its truly brilliant, although i have only had 3 weeks so i am still getting use to it, so far so good

A few months back I upgraded from an intel MBA and was deciding with M1 or M2 MBP and I went with the 16 inch M1 Pro MacBook Pro and I love it. best display ive ever seen. all day battery life and the new build/body makes it feel like a high quality machine not just a piece of metal that could break at any point.

My experience with the M1 16" was fantastic, but I made some mistakes when I bought it. I am not one of those people that returns gear easily and so I kept it, was really happy with but the lack of RAM started to show. By luck I sold it to an acquaintance and I had a good idea of what I needed next. Purchased it from the Apple refurb store and it has been in my hands for over two weeks. I have it all setup and the change from the M1 to the M2 Max is so incredible. I went for the 14" this time, I miss the larger screen here and there, but I am getting used to it.

Still rocking my 14' M1 Pro. Very happy with it! However, I can definitely see the benefits of upgrading to M2 Pro for those who have older Intel models.

Was looking at the 14" M2 Pro but ended up finding an open box M2 Max at best buy. So worth it

I love the 14/16 MBP because I can use it on my lap without getting burned or even uncomfortable. I get about 7 hours of battery with my production stuff on my M1 Pro MacBook Pro 1/32. It would be nice to get 10 or more. I get about 12 with casual use. I'm going to see what the M3 looks like when it comes out. For now, I can just bring a spare battery pack.

I'm totally in love with the 14m2 base (10 core CPU, 16 core GPU, 16GB RAM and 512GB SSD). I found the NEW base M2 pro for €200 more than the refurbished m1 pro and 500€ less than Apple site! I was coming from an intel 2017, so I had to choose between m1 pro and m2 pro. I was initially influenced by the various negative reviews, then i realized that which made no sense to me. The slower SSD compared to the previous model is not a tragedy, both because it is still very fast and responsive, and because the faster speed of the previous model would ONLY be noticed if you transferring a very huge amounts of data to an external SSD (or from an external SSD) that was faster than the internal SSD... which NEVER happens! On the other hand, performances has definitely improved. I did a final cut export test using m1 pro 14" 10 core and m2 14" 10 core. One hour and 36 minutes of video, 4K prores: masks and various effects applied. Export completed about 40 minutes with m1 pro (very good result) and 26 minutes with m2 pro (amazing result)! Maybe even better render times. For me nothing else is needed. The rest is just the bullshit.

Rocking the 16 M1Pro. It's a masterpiece. Best laptop I've ever used by far.

At $1699 from Apple Refurbished I really cant think of anything you can buy today that rivals the M2 MBP 14”. I will absolutely be rocking this thing very soon and may even finally retire my custom water-cooled PC build I put together back in 2013 as the MBP is about a thousand times more powerful despite being a laptop. Keep in mind I built the absolute best PC I could back in 2013 with a 4930K, Rampage IV Extreme, 32GB of DDR3 3133MHz, and TWO GTX Titans in a TJ11 case. All-in I spent about $7k on my PC with a custom loop and all EK blocks (CPU, GPU’s and even mobo) yet the MBP is so much more powerful in every single way (other than not being able to run some of my games). The only issue I’m struggling with in making my first switch to Mac is that I edit in Premiere and will have to learn Final Cut from scratch which will suck at first, but the power and convenience advantages out of this laptop are undeniable and at $1699 the value is actually really good as well! I will need to get a dock setup for use in the office (and my old 27” Korean IPS monitors with genuine 1440p Apple panels eons work since they’re D/L DVI) but I’ve needed to upgrade monitors for my editing for years anyway. I would LOVE to get two of the Studio Displays to hook up to the MBP as they look fantastic but those things cost as much as the laptop (EACH)! I dunno, we’ll see, but I cant wait to get my MBP in and start learning MacOS for the first time!

For those thinking about buying the base model 14inch M2 with 512 SSD...careful. Buy the faster 1TB SSD upgrade, it's not night and day but it feels snappier all around.

I miss my Touch Bar… I might be one of the few but I really used it.

Would you recommend upgrading the storage to 1TB to improve the SSD speed performance?

I'm interested in the 16" MacBook because I use a 17" laptop and I don't take my computer off my desk. I like the fact that I can move it if necessary and I like the lower power that the Apple laptop uses!

Gary, have you noticed with the 14” M2 Pro MBP that the trackpad doesn’t scroll as smoothly in apps like Photos or News? Mine scrolls fine in Safari, but I noticed with lots of scrolling, in Photos for instance, it will be choppy like it has velocity and then I scroll again and it loses velocity or stops. It’s just inconsistent. I hook an external Magic Trackpad to it and it works fine. Went to Best Buy and saw the same on their demo unit.

Still has mid2012 MacBook Pro. Has some issues here and there but works like a charm. Planning to upgrade MacBook Pro 14inch m2 will it maintain its elder brother legacy ?

I love your reviews. You’re one of the best out there for sure!

I was going to buy the M1 Pro 14" because they were on sale below 1900€ (but they were all exhibition models). So i searched a lil further and I just got yesterday a Macbook Pro M2 14" it was cheaper that the old discontinued M1 Pro model :D

I’m trying to decide on a computer for school and this was exactly what I needed. I found it on the refurbished page. Watch out that they don’t let you filter by 2023 release date.

Got my first Macbook pro this month. M2 max, 1TB, 32GB and seeing it get higher FPS on the game we're working on in office than the guy next to me with an MSI laptop with an rtx 3070, and without sounding like it's about to explode, well... let's say it's a nice feeling

great video. one question, how is the keyboard longevity going for you? I use one for a few days and the spacebar already developed greasy spots on the spacebar that could not get wiped/cleaned. looks very cheap after a few days.

I just picked this one up brand new for $1799 cash after AAFES price-matched Best Buy. If you have PX/BX/MCX access, always wait for a sale in addition to skipping the sales tax.

You're a cool guy bro!😁 I have the 16 inch 2019 macbook pro with the intel chip but i ruined the screen and will cost £800 to replace. I think it's time to upgrade to that M2 chip and all these extra ports. finally having an SD card slot is going to make me so happy. 🤣 Subbed!

I'm confused. I just watched your "You should but the M1 Max 16" video, where you said you've been using that as your main computer since forever. That video came out recently. Now I've found this video where you say you're using _this_ one as your main computer ... a 5 month old video. What??

The funny thing is that the M1 14“ MBP is actually cheaper than a same specced 15“ MBA! Even a M2 MBP is only about $100 more expensive…

Great video. You helped me to make a Mac buying decision. Thanks!

My M2 14in MB comes in tomorrow, can’t wait! I did get the base model like yours for $1750 new at B&H. They have some good discounts right now. My MB would be replacing my 2013 iMac 😅. It does have more power as far as ram and storage but given this MB will be my first M-chip Mac, I can’t always upgrade performance later as a desktop if I need too.

Macbook Pro 14 and Lexus are often used items that I need

Went to Apple store with my daughter and gave her option to buy anything she wanted and, like you she said 14’ was one she wanted over the 16’ even when I said id pay for any model… I am trying to get her to wait to see if the 15’ MacBook comes out at dub dub tho 😂

I have a 2019 MacBook Pro 13 inch. I can't even hear my KZfaq video over the fan and it's so hot you can't hold it. I'm trading it for the new 15 inch MacBook Air. Hopefully its a little more usable for basic task.

nice video i love my mbp max 14. its honestly the best computer ive ever owned. Ive yet to hear fans or overheat issues. btw you look like andre from the league lol

I’m torn between this one and the new MacBook Air 15. Would love to have a side by side comparison

Thanks for the video, New Sub! I'm using a MB Air M1, my first macbook and really enjoy how all apple products works together so effectively (iphone,airpods, watch, macbook). If initially I would've known how well they all work, I would have spent the extra money and bought the pro. After watching your video I think the pro m1 would be enough but at the same time would really like a screen larger than 13in.

Thanks for the vid review. I've a 2019 macbook pro (just had keyboard replaced w/ Apple's keyboard program). Best Buy has the same base for current sale of $1,799 and an other $50 off for tech members )which I am) so, $250 off for a new one that is not refurbished. Seems a decent deal. I just might pull the trigger today. Gotta say though, I really have come to like the touch bar a lot and I think I would miss it a lot.

Great machines, I use a 16 inch m1pro and a 14 inch m2pro. The only thing that's frustrating me is the finger oil on the keyboard. Keyboard pick up oil quickly on the black keys, that's the only con of these machines .

Is it advisable to get 14" Macbook M2 pro after Apple has discontinued M2 processors?

i'm looking to go from a 2017 macbook pro 13 inch to this making it an OBJECTIVE upgrade. going from intel dual core to 10 core CPU, 512SSD and 16GB ram is so worth it.

nice shirt!

what would you guys recommend, mbp m1 pro 1TB with 10c or the m2 pro base model? price difference of about $500.

I´m soon to be changing my windows gaming computer. First i wanted a new gaming computer but now i think i changed my mind. Always wanted a buy a Macbook but could descide on what version i would get. I have looked at many different reviews on all of Apples laptops and i think that mind is set on a Macbook Pro 14. That will do the job when editing my photos and it will work when i start my youtube channel to i think. Is there any good dockingstations or other accessories for the Macbook Pro ?

I wouldn’t mind picking up one on sale.

9:05 Lol I want a Xiaomi Redmibook Pro 15 (2022) from Aliexpress just because of the ports and the design.

it’s just prohibitively expensive, unfortunately. In my area (Sweden) the base model is over $2500 usd.

Are you a FFXIV mac player?! What FPS are you getting?! I’m still on my 2015 intel mac an I get between 20 fps to 50 fps.

Do you power an external monitor with the M2?

No way does it last 12h let alone 22h. Mine goes 6h maximum. No gaming, only web and a lot of KZfaq.

Same model. What does it take to take advantage of the Thunderbolt 4 connections. I have a SSD drive that identifies as a USB3.1. Is this expected?

Hey, if you decide to throw it into your pile of laptops, I’ll take it off your hands. My 2012 non retina 13-inch is getting long in the tooth!

I’m waiting for the 15” MacBook Air!!

can you use the 14 inch m2 macbook pro on your lap without it getting hot?

Hey I am looking at an M1 Max for work and plan to dock it to (2) 1080p monitors, and when I play wow I will only use one of those monitors (I think), could you share with me what type of docking setup you used? My monitors have the old style USB on them. Is there any downgrade in gameplay quality docking to a monitor screen? My monitors are 1920x1080p 60hz

Thank you so much for this review. I have been going crazy looking at M1 vs M2 pro for over a month now, going between multiple sites: back market, Amazon renewed, apple refurbished, and while yes I can get a good deal off of the first two, I’m worried of too many things going wrong and would rather get it off of the apple certified refurbished store. A lot of people, forums, reviews, KZfaqrs are all saying save and get the M1 Pro, especially because of the SSD speed issue which personally I won’t care about because I’m getting the 1TB model anyways (regardless of current vs last gen.) But that struggle of deciding between M1 pro being listed at $2.4k and M2 pro at $2.6k on the apple refurbished store has been driving me nuts. Literal $150-$200 difference is not that big of a deal to me and I think after final video on this long winded debate, I will just get the newer model and save myself the headache. I haven’t owned either of these machines before, let alone a MacBook by itself, and I’m coming from an 11.5 inch surface pro. I think the 14 will be perfect for me and big enough as opposed to the giant 16 inch model, and if for whatever reason I decide to change my mind, I’ll save that for next generation. It sounds perfect to handle the workload I will eventually be doing as my skills develop over the next few months to a year, coding, photo and video editing as a new KZfaqr, app and game development, etc. Thanks again for this review and helping me finally make my decision. Really appreciate the honesty.

about the temperatures, I'm a developer, I had an m1 pro and sold it but I'm wanting to go back, I'm in doubt about the m2 pro, if it's too hot, if I'm going to feel much difference in the temperature issue, if I should take a chance on the new model or go back for the old model, the price difference is 150 dollars. help me please.

I am thinking about going with a Macbook Pro and wondering how the refurbished are or is it worth it to just purchase a new one?

Am thinking of buying my first mbp 14 but don’t know which one to pic …

Gary, you've given the reason to get the M2 over the M1 at this point, but what about waiting for the M3 Pros? Do you think they will be worth holding out for? Assuming you don't need a laptop right this very second.

Still I love my M1 MacBook pro 14. It impresses me everyday ❤

I have the 14" M1 Pro Base model, but running into issues. Didn't think I needed Windows any more and could do everything on ARM version and Linux Arm versions. Well Somethings just don't work with the tools I have to use. Ended up getting a machine just to run VM's, but on the go I'm kinda limited. I have thought about down grading to a 16" MacBook Pro with intel... Anyone else run into this issue?

Currently using a 2020 M1 Macbook Air w/ 16GB ram and 500GB storage - Right now I am looking at this exact macbook pro but with 1TB for storage - My final cut pro crashes when under hevayb intense use, and I am really hoping this would solve that issue, along with my lack of internal storage. I will also be coding soon, so I want absolutely nothing holding me back.

This is a very helpful video for students trying to decide what laptop to buy for college; thank you for your honest insights.

i think i will save up for a m3 model

are you got issue in mac book peeling small bit paint near the ports?

Hi Gary. I really want the MacBook Pro 16. I only want the 16, due to the screen size. Always had the 13inch version, and I just want the biggest. It won't hamper me in daily traveling between home and office. Honestly, M1 or M2. Kindly note I'm from South Africa, so that limits me to Apple merchandise. I will really appreciate your feedback!

Where can I see the refubished items on apple?

what is the battery life how many hrs will come for vedio editing and regular use

Just purchased m2 mac,, but still, as a windows hp dragonfly user, Im missing the 5G connection .. always on the road,, that´s the deal with that and mac..

It is surprising that there is no Windows laptop that offers the same value as a Mac. Every Windows laptop I have seen has more flaws and is priced similarly. Battery life is terrible and temps are toasty.

Howbis the x14 r2 going so far

Thank you for this video. Your content is very helpful and accessible. I appreciate that. I'm still working on an Intel Mac, but I'm getting ready to upgrade. Not an easy choice. I record music on Logic. No symphonies, so I'm not talking 100 tracks. I also edit videos for KZfaq (music videos). I'll be adding a wrinkle, which is 2D and possibly a limited amount of 3D animation to the videos, mixed in with actual footage. That's what makes the computer decision hard. I'm not going to be doing motion picture level animation. It'll be low poly backgrounds and characters. I don't want to be underpowered, but I don't want to spend a lot more than I need to. Anyone have any thoughts? I'm looking at everything from a MacBook Pro (14 or 16" - 32GB) to a Mac Mini Pro (32GB) to a Mac Studio base model. Probably do a 1TB HD no matter which I get, and do some external storage for virtual instruments and project files I'm not currently working on. Thanks for any suggestions.

Can I use this laptop for engineering an everything if I download windows

Hi Gary, I love the channel and I have the Corsair A1600 as a windows gaming laptop and I have the M2 Max MacBook Pro 16. It is not bad to carry, but I am heading to get the MacBook Air, because I will be traveling soon. Do you recommend the MacBook air for creating training modules in Articulate and PowerPoint. I also would use it to teach my online classes.

I just bought my first Mac Pro 14 m2. I will be using it for GoPro editing and photos. Could you give me some suggestions on a monitor to get like the one you’re using and any tips for my GoPro journey. Thanks, the rookie 🤪

Is applecare+ really required for a macbook?🤨

I just let my m1 MacBook Air fall and the screen is broken, as well as the case. I am now searching for a replacement, do you think I should get this MacBook Pro 14 or the 13. MacBook Air m2 or the m1 again ? I am a university student.

I am planning to get a new laptop this fall and I’m going back and forth between the M1 Pro 14 or the M2 Air. Any recommendations?

What kind of battery life with WOW/gaming did you get? Also any fan noise with gaming?

Just bought , the mac book pro :)

Refurbished MacBook Pro 14 inch m1 is now $1299 on Amazon. I’m currently looking to upgrade my mid 2015 MacBook Pro (speaker died after two years) and still debating whether to spend $1920 for the new m2 MacBook Pro 14 or the refurbished one at $1772 after tax or the m1

16 vs 14?

well.. im just here if you want to clear off those old laptops from getting dusted XDD

For my next upgrade I'm still super torn between a 14 and 16. Might hold out to see if a 15 comes out this year.

m2pro 14inch ram32gb ssd1tb does that make sense?

M2 MacBook Pro 14 vs m1 MacBook Pro 14 which one

Mine is taking 300 years to update 💀

I can't justify updating from M1 Max 16-inch. This thing is still running completely fine.

This man still hasn't reviewed the Samsung Book 3 Ultra SMH

My budget has me considering the Macbook air m1 16/512 vs a Thinkpad T14s AMD gen3 (linux) 32/512. The ports alone make the thinkpad VERY tempting, given the price of these two laptops in my area is very similar.

I want one. Question is 512GB vs 1TB ssd.

1tb hd FASTER THAN 512gb hd?

I wonder if it can handle Excel files with lots of formulas of about 100mb per file. Has anyone tried? Thanks!

This is the one I want...just have to find the money...to replace my 2015 i5 13" (and this is what I edit videos with). 🤣

But can I get it in blue? 😉

I still think the M1 MacBook air is the perfect machine... Been using it for everything. Yes , only two thunderbolt ports you can buy a 15 dollar adapter that has full HDMI card slot and more ports. Apple really has nailed down the best laptop. Try finding a laptop that doesn't need a fan. Good luck 😂

like your hat

Just picked up a maxed out macbook pro M1 max (64gb, 4tb) for $3,200 at BH. Otherwise, the m2 pro was on my list

I used to bash on Macbooks so hard. They just seemed overpriced compared to a Windows laptop. The M1 ended that completely and I've jumped to the other side of the Apple fence. I haven't even turned my Windows desktop on for a couple of months. The MBPs and even the Airs are just too good. Powerful, beautiful, silent, and with fantastic battery life. There simply is no competition for them right now. Apple bought these devices from the future. I still have some complaints about MacOS, such as why a basic window management tool like Magnet isn't included out of the box. I don't know what's going on there. Still, I couldn't recommend a high-end Windows laptop to anyone right now. A budget device? Sure. If you've only got $500 you're not going to get any sort of M1 or M2 Mac and you might as well get the best Windows or Linux device you can (or a Chromebook if that suits your needs.) But if you're going to drop $800 or more, go with a Mac. Get a used Air if you have to. There is just no comparison to other devices, at least not in 2023.

Great review but sorry OLED > MBP displays

Please send me one I really need it....I will half price

Apple is going after AAA gaming! Hideo Kojima at WWDC!