MacBook Pro M1 Max vs. M1 Pro vs. M1: How to pick the right one for you



If you’re after a new MacBook Pro, should you stump up cash for the M1 Pro or M1 Max? Is last year’s M1 MacBook Air still a good deal? We break down Apple’s laptop lineup with all the buying advice you need.

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Intro 0:00
The M1 Pro & M1 Max 0:19
Choosing the right one 1:29
Dan’s first impressions 2:36
Processing power? 3:06
How is the Pro vs the Max? 3:44
Increased productivity 5:45
8 cores vs. 10 cores 7:00
Who is the Max for? 8:38
Ports, old & new 9:36
How much RAM do I need? 11:08
Portability compared 12:07
The TL;DR on Pro vs Max 13:14
Outro 15:10

Learn more about Apple’s new MacBook Pro models in the stories below:
MacBook Pro 2021 review: https://www.cnet.com/tech/computing/apple-macbook-pro-2021-review-m1-max-meets-retro-ports/
MacBook Pro M1 14-inch review: https://www.cnet.com/tech/computing/apple-macbook-pro-m1-pro-14-inch-review-a-portable-professional-powerhouse/

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