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  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    M5 — Power that disappears into the work

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    The MacBook Pro M5 is the first laptop I’ve owned where the technology completely gets out of the way — and that’s the highest compliment I can give. This thing is absurdly fast, but what’s more impressive is how effortless that speed feels. There’s no fan noise ramping up, no thermal anxiety, no sense that you’re “pushing” the machine. Apps open instantly. Multitasking feels limitless. Heavy workflows just… happen. What really sets the M5 apart is how stable and refined it feels under real-world use. Long days. External displays. Audio, video, multitasking, dozens of apps open. It doesn’t stutter, doesn’t hesitate, doesn’t degrade over time. It’s calm, confident power — the kind professionals notice immediately. Battery life is ridiculous. Not “good for a powerful laptop,” but genuinely liberating. I stop thinking about chargers. I stop planning my day around outlets. The Mac adapts to me, not the other way around. And then there’s the build and experience: The display is stunning and easy on the eyes for long sessions. The keyboard is a joy to type on. The trackpad remains unmatched. Everything feels intentional, precise, and premium — because it is. What Apple has nailed with the M5 is balance. This machine isn’t just faster — it’s more livable. It lets you stay in flow longer, think more clearly, and focus on the work instead of the tool. Bottom line: The MacBook Pro M5 doesn’t try to impress you with noise or theatrics. It wins by being relentlessly capable, quiet, and dependable. It’s the most confident laptop Apple has ever built — and easily the best Mac I’ve owned.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great Value Thanksgiving Purchase

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I bought this M5 laptop during the Thanksgiving sale, and it has exceeded my expectations so far. The performance is excellent—everything from everyday tasks to multitasking feels smooth and responsive. Boot time is fast, applications load quickly, and the system stays stable even with heavier workloads. The build quality is solid and premium, with a sleek design that’s both lightweight and easy to carry. Battery life has been impressive, comfortably lasting through a full workday without needing a charge. The display is sharp and vibrant, making it great for both work and entertainment. The Thanksgiving deal price felt like a steal for the performance and quality offered. I’m very satisfied with this laptop and would highly recommend it to anyone looking for a powerful, reliable machine at a great value.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Glad I made the choice

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Switching from windows world to apples. As an IT professional I have been using windows system for the past 30 years. The difference in both system was huge. For starters the Mac OS was fluid. No hiccups and transitions were smooth. Even on intensive workloads the machine behaves as if its nothing on the other hand most of my experience with windows is if you do a resource intensive work or even run multiple applications at once it will struggle even with similar configuration. Mainly the system just freezes for moments at a time. I am glad I made the choice to switch. I am sure it’s taking time for me to adjust to the new environment altogether but the pain is worth the result. I am currently working on AI automations and tools. It’s fun to learn and grow with this Mac.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Greatest Computer Bang for Buck

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Upgraded from a 2020 intel Macbook pro. Was on sidelines waiting for upgrade and needless to say this was well worth it. Meets everything for speed, my dev workloads, multi-tabs open, never overheats like the intel mac, never hear fans. For price to power ratio, I feel now is the best time to buy this machine! Apple has really been cooking with the M chips especially here with this M5. Display is beautiful, Love it!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    MacBook

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Absolutely thrilled about the MacBook that I bought, no regrets on paying the extra for the m5 with all the extra storage and space. Use it work and non work run multiple professional platforms at a time and it runs fast. Customer service and ease of ordering was stellar.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Buying in Best Buy

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    Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I was in a small town in Ohio, I needed a new and better computer, I gave them a credit card with a two thousand dollar limit, and they directed me to another store about 40 minutes away since my computer specifications were a little different and more expensive. It was very quick, friendly, and they were able to help me. pd: Plus, the credit card has no interest on Best Buy purchases for many months and they gave me 5% cash back

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great Laptop For Personal Projects or Business

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I am pleased with the smooth design and speed of this laptop. It has not disappointed thus far. I would recommend getting a skin since it is a bit slippery to carry. It is running 3D rendering software with no problems.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    M5 is great! 24gb ram is worth it!

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    M5 chip is absolutely amazing. Build quality is same as previous MacBook pros. Pro is definitely worth the screen and speakers upgrade over the air. More ram is needed for the performance with the new Tahoe upgrades

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Workhorse Machine.

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    Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Work horse. Always been a windows guy but have apple for everything else. Waited too long to switch. This is a workhorse. I got it for DJing with STEMs and this handles the resource intensive task without blinking.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    14” MacBook Pro

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great price, great service, great geek squad service, delivery commitment was outstanding, geek squad transitioned the pc to Mac seamless.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    A total beast of a machine

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    Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This laptop is a beast! With the new M5 chip it makes running LLMs locally a breeze. 24gb RAM and 1tb storage, I am in love with this machine. And the screen resolution is unbelievable

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    MacBook Pro m5

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Amazing purchase!! If you are content creator, editor or some similar, this is the Mac you need, and Best Buy have the best prices

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    M5 review

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Excellent computer and works pretty well! Love it! M5 is so so good, it’s fast to work. Camera is great quality! The display is awesome!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great Computer

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Love this laptop. Everything I needed and it’s the perfect size. Not very heavy and still easy to travel with. Super fast and never lags.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Good machine

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Pretty nice work soo smooth i use to print in 3d slides and many things

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    It’s the best

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This thing is a beast. Huge upgrade from the M3. So glad I pulled the trigger.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    MacBook Pro 24 GB/1TB

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    Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Best MacBook Pro I’ve EVER owned! No apps crashing super fast and super reliable!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Good support

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    Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Perfect Mac Book . You will receive the positive impact more than you ever expected

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Excellent

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Very powerful Processor, better battery life, high resolution screen

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Exceptional Power, Portability, Premium Experience

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    Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I’ve been using the 14-inch MacBook Pro with the Apple M5 chip (10-core CPU / 10-core GPU), 24GB unified memory, and 1TB SSD in Space Black, and it has exceeded expectations in every possible way. Performance is outstanding. The M5 chip handles intensive workloads effortlessly — from Python development and cloud engineering tasks to multitasking with multiple monitors, browsers, and IDEs running simultaneously. Everything feels instant, smooth, and thermally efficient, even under sustained load. The 24GB memory makes a noticeable difference for professional use, especially for developers, SREs, and power users who rely on heavy multitasking. The 1TB SSD is blazing fast and provides ample room for projects, containers, and local environments without compromise. The Liquid Retina XDR display is stunning — incredibly sharp, color-accurate, and a joy to work on for long hours. Battery life is equally impressive; it comfortably lasts a full workday with productivity-heavy usage, which makes it perfect for both office and remote work. Build quality is top-tier, as expected from Apple. The Space Black finish looks elegant and professional, and the keyboard, trackpad, speakers, and webcam are among the best I’ve ever used on a laptop. This is not just a laptop — it’s a long-term professional investment. Given the premium price point, the overall value, performance, and experience fully justify the purchase. I would confidently recommend this model to anyone looking for a future-proof, high-performance machine. Excellent product and a purchase I’m genuinely happy with.

    I would recommend this to a friend
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