I originally was aiming to purchase the M1 Pro 14", but this model popped up 50% off the original price tag for an open box in excellent condition. I don't have any regrets. It functions as if it was brand new. I would recommend going for an open box, especially for a previous model. When they go on clearance, you'll see those steep deals. In order to find this open box and get this deal, it wasn't easy. I had to come back to the website and see if any were in stock multiple times over the course of a week. The effort was worth it tho, IMO. I have had my previous Macbook Pro since 2015. I have taken good care of it and it still runs fairly well. I am only upgrading because the program I'm enrolling in requires a newer computer. Screen; computer power: although I don't think I will be pushing the GPU and CPU of this computer, the 16 inch screen is absolutely stunning. It will be helpful for juggling multiple windows on the screen at once. For the extent that I've used this computer so far (a dozen tabs, iMessage, Terminal, and Zoom), the computer has never gotten hot and I've never heard the fans turn on. very zippy when booting up apps and in general. Also: the notch! The notch at the top of the screen isn't bad at all. The people complaining on the internet about it are over exaggerating. I said what I said! Weight/size: Although this laptop is 1-2 pounds heavier than other Macbooks, carrying the laptop in a backpack doesn't really bug me. Battery: the battery is fairly well. Because it was open box, the battery health was rated at 89% when I first set it up. I'm guessing this was a display model and was always plugged in. Still lasts me all day. I can certainly look past the not-100% battery health to save 50% off of the price tag of this computer. hah. Two notes: *I've heard great things about the 15" Macbook Air. If you're not going to be pushing the GPU/CPU of the computer, I would recommend that computer with the 512gb and 16gb RAM configuration. It's a little bit lighter and you're still getting a great big screen. If you can, I would recommend waiting a year for the M3s to come out, and then snag the M2 model with the 512gb/16GB configuration for ~50% off :P however, this M1 Pro 16" supports connection to two external monitors, and regular Pros and Airs currently do not. also, the HDMI port and the SD card slot makes the M1 Pro 16" a lot more accessible. something to think about! *I wanted a pro computer without the touch bar. The fingerprint scan button is nice, but sometimes unlocking/locking the computer can result in some confusion with the screen shutting off and turning on. I still haven't figured out a smooth way to lock/unlock the computer - it looks like you just rest your finger on the button and don't push, even if the screen is off, but we'll see over the coming weeks.

The best computer out by far! Super fast, the battery life is amazing. I work online so I’m on my computer for at least 8 hours a day editing, and running multiple files at the same time. The bottom of the MacBook doesn’t get hot like previous models, and the charge will last you all day. If you’re worried about the notch being in the way, don’t be. You get used to it and don’t notice it after a while. The 16 inch is surprisingly easy to carry around, I thought it would be heavier than it actually is. 10/10 would recommend and I love the clean, sleek look.

Totally digging my MacBook Pro! The M1 flies through daily tasks like a champ, even with heavy multitasking. ⚡️ Plus, the battery life? Don't even need to worry! The Liquid Retina display? Stunning! Photos and videos look sharper than ever! Notch? Meh, fades into the background. This MacBook's a powerhouse wrapped in sleekness - highly recommend! ✨

Im so glad I purchased MacBook Pro 16" Laptop - Apple M1 Pro chip - 16GB Memory - 512GB SSD - Space Gray from bed buy. The impressive 100% battery life is a notable feature, offering excellent portability. The sleek design and powerful performance make it a top-notch choice for users seeking a reliable and efficient laptop.

I love this laptop. I am a professional photographer and videographer. I needed an upgrade from the old HP laptop I was using and was looking for something that would be able to handle the software I use to edit photos/videos. After a lot of research, I bought this and it has not disappointed yet! It runs like a charm and is super fast in every program I use. The screen is huge and perfect for editing photos/videos! I am very happy with my purchase and would highly recommend to anyone especially photographers/videographers!