Apple MacBook Pro M1 (13-Inch) | Two Month Review

Описание: Reviewing Apple's Macbook Pro M1 laptop, 13-inch model with 16GB of RAM and 1TB storage, to see how it handles video editing, gaming and other intensive tasks. I've been testing the new 2020 Macbook Pro with the M1 chip for two months, comparing vs the older Intel models, and that performance is definitely over-hyped.

If you play the game by Apple's rules, using only optimised software and the company's own codecs, then this creator notebook is a fine rival to Dell's XPS 13 9310 and other Tiger Lake laptops. However, third party apps usually run like a dog and even Final Cut Pro broke down on the Macbook Pro M1 at times. Gaming is possible, but only if you keep detail levels low - otherwise again you'll have a less than smooth experience.

Still, one area where this laptop really impressed was the battery life. I could edit video and photos and work in Chrome for almost ten straight hours before the Macbook needed a recharge. That's definitely strong vs most Windows rivals with Intel platforms, including the Dell XPS and Microsoft's Surface devices.

That's my review of Apple's new 2020 M1 machine - it's 'Pro' alright, but it's not a game changer. If you've been using the MacBook Pro as we hit 2021, let me know your thoughts down below!