The main focus of the Apple event was its line of notebooks for professionals. After months of waiting, lo and behold, Apple has finally upgraded its MacBook Pro line to its own processors.
In fact, we have the new 14-inch or 16-inch MacBook Pro, with the new M1 Pro and M1 Max processors, which we have already unveiled. Also noteworthy is the transition to mini-LED panels and entitled to ProMotion technology.
These are the most powerful MacBook Pros of all time
It is Apple tradition to call its new products that, but in reality it is true. With the inclusion of new M1 Pro and M1 Max, MacBook Pros are more powerful than ever.
The new processors from Apple offer a considerable increase in the performance of the new notebooks, now even more suitable for professionals. It means a definite goodbye to Intel processors.
Notably, the new 14-inch MacBook Pro will have no option to choose the M1 Max. Those who opt for the entry-level model will have to settle for the M1 Pro, which already has a very powerful SoC.
The 16-inch version offers a variant with the almighty M1 Max, as well as two others with the M1 Pro. That is, this model is still the option for those who want a MacBook Pro with all the best there is. possible.
Thanks to the transition to these processors, the new MacBook Pro comes with a base configuration of 16 GB RAM. For those who are willing and have a wallet, the model with M1 Max even provides 64 GB RAM.
ProMotion display offers 120Hz refresh rate
Another point of evolution of the new MacBook Pro is its design, standing out, mainly, for its lower margins. However, they come with a controversial notch, as in the iPhone, but that will have been essential for Apple to reduce the top margin of the screen by up to 60%.
Behind it is now a panel with technology. mini LED, like the iPad Pro and begins the introduction of the Promotion on MacBook Pro, in fact, the new notebooks have a 120 Hz refresh rate for a smoother viewing experience.
These displays are also brighter, capable of reaching a maximum brightness of 1600 nits. The resolution of the new MacBook Pro, an even higher pixel density, and a new 1080p webcam have also been improved.
They are finally ready to meet the needs of professionals.
Welcoming user feedback, Apple has revamped the connectivity of the new MacBook Pro. Now we have more ports and better performance for those who want a product like this to work with.
We already highlight the presence of three Thunderbolt 4 ports for faster data transfer speeds and greater flexibility. Also, we have the return of the Memory card reader, an entry hdmi it’s a 3.5mm audio jack.
Who was also resurrected was the entrance MagSafe to charge new Apple laptops. This process has been enhanced with a quick charge, in which 30 minutes will be enough to recover 50% battery.
Speaking of battery, Apple announces an improvement of up to 4x in the autonomy of the new MacBook Pro. In fact, the 14-inch model will provide up to 17 hours in video playback, while the larger model can achieve the 21 hours.
Price and availability
The pre-sale phase for these begins today, with shipments scheduled for October 26.