Apple - MacBook Pro 14-inch Apple M4 Pro chip Built for Apple Intelligence - 24GB Memory - 1TB SSD - Silver

Yep. The real deal. I have only had the Apple MacBook Pro 14-inch with the Apple M4 Pro chip, 24GB of memory, and a 1TB SSD in Space Black for a day, but I’ve run it through the paces, and of course, it’s fabulous! I didn’t opt for the Nano Texture screen, but I probably should have just for the glory. The laptop is amazing; it runs everything so smoothly and, frankly, is beautiful in the Space Black chassis. I haven’t used the Thunderbolt 5 port yet, but the SD card slot is a game changer. The 14-inch is the perfect size to throw in a bag and travel to the cafe. I used some of the Apple Intelligence features, and I must say, wow! It's an excellent time to own a Mac; so much is good now. I love this device and recommend it to anyone looking for a powerful device with great portability.

For my previous job as a software engineer, I had used the M1 Macbook Pro and I was impressed by the overall build quality and power efficiency. This new model I have bought for personal use is a huge step up from that. Despite having the ‘minimum’ RAM for the M4 Pro chip configuration, it is more than enough to handle my need. The 1TB SSD space also gives me peace of mind for using lots of data and assets for any software development I intend to do on this machine. Regarding screen size, if you feel doubtful about screen size, go for the 16 inch model. The 14 inch model is perfect for me because I prefer a workflow not dependent on space (i.e. small cafe table or on the plane). However, if that is not a dealbreaker, the 16 inch model is better to comfortably open multiple windows of code with split screen. Personally, the 14 inch model without an external monitor is not suitable to have more than 1 window of code open at the same time. Also, if this is your first Macbook with a notch, note that the Menu bar items will be hidden and practically are inaccessible when they are extended to the notch area. Having used a Macbook without a notch before, this was somewhat frustrating. Despite this, the pros of this device are outstanding enough for me to keep this for multiple years as my daily driver. Unless you need to perform graphics intensive work that may require more RAM or SSD space, this is the best value laptop in the industry with this level of computing power for personal software development, alongside its industry leading build quality and power efficiency that allows a workflow away from the charger basically all day long.

The MacBook Pro M4 Pro is a powerhouse for professionals, excelling in performance, battery life, and design. The M4 Pro chip delivers lightning-fast speeds, making it perfect for demanding tasks like 4K video editing or graphic design. The Liquid Retina XDR display offers stunning visuals, and the battery lasts all day. However, it’s expensive, and the limited port selection requires dongles for some peripherals. Overall, it’s ideal for professionals needing top-tier performance and reliability.