Apple MacBook Pro (2023) 14" Apple M2 Pro 10-core / 32GB RAM / 8TB SSD review: specs and price
Apple MacBook Pro (2023) 14" Apple M2 Pro 10-core / 32GB RAM / 8TB SSD
Why is Apple MacBook Pro (2023) 14" Apple M2 Pro 10-core / 32GB RAM / 8TB SSD better than the average?
- RAM?
32GBvs17.75GB - Resolution?
3024 x 1964pxvs3.02MP - Battery life?
18hvs9.14h - Weight?
1.6kgvs2.1kg - Pixel density?
254ppivs164.97ppi - Internal storage?
8192GBvs736.78GB - CPU speed?
6 x 3.5GHz & 4 x 2.4GHzvs14.63GHz - Thickness?
15mmvs20.64mm
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Design
Type
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The type of laptop.
weight
1.6kg
We consider a lower weight better because lighter devices are more comfortable to carry. A lower weight is also an advantage for home appliances, as it makes transportation easier, and for many other types of products.
Uses a fanless design
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By using power-efficient components that don't produce large amounts of heat, it's possible to create a device with no cooling fans. This results in a much quieter (or even silent) operation.
Has a backlit keyboard
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The keyboard is backlit, making it easier to type in the dark or dim lighting.
warranty period
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When covered under the manufacturer’s warranty it is possible to get a replacement in the case of a malfunction. Note: This may vary by region.
volume
1034.28cm³
Volume is the quantity of three-dimensional space enclosed by the product's chassis or, in simpler terms, the space the product occupies.
width
312mm
The width represents the horizontal dimension of the product.
height
221mm
The height represents the vertical dimension of the product.
thickness
15mm
The thickness (or depth) of the product.
Display
screen size
14.2"
The size of the screen (measured diagonally).
resolution
3024 x 1964px
Resolution is an essential indicator of a screen's image quality, representing the maximum amount of pixels that can be shown on the screen. The resolution is given as a compound value, comprised of horizontal and vertical pixels.
pixel density
254ppi
Pixel density is a measurement of a screen's resolution, expressed as the number of pixels per inch (PPI) on the screen. A higher pixel density translates into more clarity and sharpness for the images rendered on the screen, thus improving the quality of the viewing experience.
Display type
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The type of technology used in the display.
has a touch screen
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You can operate the device easily, by pressing the screen with your fingers.
brightness (typical)
1000 nits
A nit is a measurement of the light that a display emits, equal to one candela per square meter. Brighter displays ensure a screen's contents are easy to read, even in sunny conditions.
refresh rate
120Hz
The frequency at which the screen is refreshed. Higher frequency results in less flickering (less noise) and more natural movement representation in action-intense scenes.
contrast ratio
1000000:1
Contrast ratio is the visual distance between the lightest and the darkest colors that may be reproduced on the display. A high contrast ratio is desired, resulting in richer dark colors and more distinctive color gradation.
has anti-reflection coating
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This helps to reduce the reflection from your device.
Performance
RAM
32GB
Random-access memory (RAM) is a form of volatile memory used to store working data and machine code currently in use. It is a quick-access, temporary virtual storage that can be read and changed in any order, thus enabling fast data processing.
RAM speed
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It can support faster memory, which will give quicker system performance.
Uses flash storage
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Flash-based storage devices such as SSDs have no mechanical components. Due to this, they are typically faster, run silently, and are more shock resistant than traditional HDDs.
internal storage
8192GB
The internal storage refers to the built-in storage space available in a device for system data, apps, and user-generated data. With a large amount of internal storage, you can save more files and apps on your device.
CPU speed
6 x 3.5GHz & 4 x 2.4GHz (Apple M2 Pro (10-core CPU / 16-core GPU))
The CPU speed indicates how many processing cycles per second can be executed by a CPU, considering all of its cores (processing units). It is calculated by adding the clock rates of each core or, in the case of multi-core processors employing different microarchitectures, of each group of cores.
More threads result in faster performance and better multitasking.
VRAM
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VRAM (video RAM) is the dedicated memory of a graphics card. More VRAM generally allows you to run games at higher settings, especially for things like texture resolution.
Is an NVMe SSD
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NVMe SSDs use the PCIe interface, which has a higher bandwidth than the SATA interface. This results in much faster read/write speeds compared to SSDs which use the SATA interface.
GPU clock speed
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The graphics processing unit (GPU) has a higher clock speed.
Benchmarks
Geekbench 5 is a cross-platform benchmark that measures a processor's multi-core performance. (Source: Primate Labs, 2023)
Geekbench 5 is a cross-platform benchmark that measures a processor's single-core performance. (Source: Primate Labs, 2023)
This benchmark measures the performance of the CPU using multiple threads.
This benchmark measures the performance of the CPU using a single thread.
Cinebench R20 (multi) result
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Cinebench R20 is a benchmark tool that measures a CPU's multi-core performance by rendering a 3D scene.
Cinebench R20 (single) result
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Cinebench R20 is a benchmark tool that measures a CPU's single-core performance by rendering a 3D scene.
Connectivity
USB 3.2 Gen 2 supports speeds of up to 10Gbps. It was formerly known as USB 3.1 Gen 2. These ports use the USB-C connector.
USB 3.2 Gen 2 supports speeds of up to 10Gbps. It was formerly known as USB 3.1 Gen 2. These ports use the older USB-A connector.
This version of USB 4 supports speeds of up to 20Gbps. Unlike USB 3.2, USB 4 can dynamically allocate bandwidth to video and data. These ports use the USB-C connector.
This version of USB 4 supports very high speeds of up to 40Gbps. Unlike USB 3.2, USB 4 can dynamically allocate bandwidth to video and data. These ports use the USB-C connector.
The number of USB ports that are compatible with Thunderbolt 3. These ports support speeds of up to 40Gbps, including a minimum of PCIe 16Gbps. This guarantees that it can support one external 4K display.
The number of USB ports that are compatible with Thunderbolt 4. These ports support speeds of up to 40Gbps, including a minimum of PCIe 32Gbps. This guarantees that it can support two external 4K displays (or one external 8K display).
USB 3.2 Gen 1 supports speeds of up to 5Gbps. It was formerly known as USB 3.1 Gen 1 and USB 3.0. These ports use the USB-C connector.
USB 3.2 Gen 1 supports speeds of up to 5Gbps. It was formerly known as USB 3.1 Gen 1 and USB 3.0. These ports use the older USB-A connector.
has an HDMI output
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Devices with a HDMI or mini HDMI port can transfer high definition video and audio to a display.
Battery
Battery life
18h
The device's battery life (when in use) as given by the manufacturer. With a longer battery life you have to charge the device less often.
charge time
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The time it takes to fully charge the battery.
battery power
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Battery power, or battery capacity, represents the amount of electrical energy that a battery can store. More battery power can be an indication of longer battery life.
Has sleep-and-charge USB ports
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Sleep-and-charge USB ports can charge electronic devices when the laptop is in sleep mode, hibernate mode, or even switched off.
Has a MagSafe power adapter
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The MagSafe power adapter uses a power connector that is attached magnetically. When pulled or tugged, the connector will come out of the socket safely.
Features
has stereo speakers
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Devices with stereo speakers deliver sound from independent channels on both left and right sides, creating a richer sound and a better experience.
has a socket for a 3.5 mm audio jack
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With a standard mini jack socket, you can use the device with most headphones.
megapixels (front camera)
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The number of megapixels determines the resolution of the images captured with the front camera. A higher megapixel count means that the front camera is capable of capturing more details, an essential factor for taking high-resolution selfies.
has Dolby Atmos
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Dolby Atmos is a surround sound technology that allows sounds to be interpreted as three-dimensional objects. By doing so, Dolby Atmos allows for immersive, 360-degree sound.
Stylus included
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A stylus is a pen-like accessory that allows you to interact with the touchscreen with greater precision, and is particularly useful for drawing and writing.
Has a fingerprint scanner
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The device has a fingerprint scanner which identifies the user.
More microphones result in better sound quality and enable the device to filter out background noise.
Uses 3D facial recognition
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3D facial recognition systems, like Apple's Face ID, provide secure biometric authentication for unlocking devices and authorizing mobile payments.
video recording (main camera)
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The maximum resolution available for videos shot with the main camera. Although it may be possible to choose among other frame rates, those recordings usually have lower resolutions.
Miscellaneous
The market that the CPU is designed for.
Supports ECC memory
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Error-correcting code memory can detect and correct data corruption. It is used when is it essential to avoid corruption, such as scientific computing or when running a server.
Has NX bit
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NX bit helps protect the computer from malicious attacks.
Has TrustZone
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A technology integrated into the processor to secure the device for use with features such as mobile payments and streaming video using digital rights management (DRM).
The CPU can decode more instructions per clock (IPC), meaning that the CPU performs better
Uses HMP
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Heterogeneous Multi-Processing (HMP) is a more advanced version of big.LITTLE technology. In this setup, a processor can utilize all cores at the same time, or just a single core for low-intensity tasks. This can provide powerful performance or increased battery life respectively.
Uses big.LITTLE technology
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Using big.LITTLE technology, a chip can switch between two sets of processor cores to maximize performance and battery life. For example, when playing a game the more powerful cores will be used to increase performance, whereas checking email will use the less powerful cores to maximize battery life.
Has integrated graphics
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With integrated graphics you don’t need to buy a separate graphics card.
This is the maximum rate that data can be read from or stored into memory.
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