Customers admire the MacBook Pro 14-inch's exceptional performance and phenomenal battery life, frequently praising its smooth operation and long-lasting power. The build quality and portability also receive high marks, with many appreciating its compact design and ease of transport. While some find the price high, the overall consensus points to a powerful and well-crafted machine.
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Pros mentioned:
Build quality, Performance, Portability
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Resetting the Standard
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Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.
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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.
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I recently upgraded to the MacBook Pro with the M4 Pro chip, and it has been a game-changer for my daily workflow. The performance is incredibly smooth, even when running resource-intensive applications like video editing software and machine learning tools. The M4 Pro chip truly delivers on speed and efficiency.
What I Liked:
• Blazing Fast Performance: Apps load instantly, and multitasking is seamless.
• Battery Life: I can work all day without worrying about charging – it easily lasts over 12 hours.
• Display Quality: The Retina XDR display is stunning, with vibrant colors and exceptional brightness, making it perfect for creative tasks.
• Build Quality: As always, Apple excels in design and build. The laptop feels premium and robust.
What Could Be Improved:
• Price: While the performance justifies it for professionals, it might be steep for casual users.
• Port Options: It’s great to have Thunderbolt ports, but adding more variety, like USB-A, would have been helpful.
Overall, the MacBook Pro with the M4 Pro chip is a powerhouse, perfect for professionals who need top-notch performance and portability. Highly recommended for anyone in fields like video editing, programming, or design!
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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.
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Just upgraded to this Macbook after using the same laptop for 15 years — and wow, what a difference. This thing is fast. Everything runs so smoothly, whether I’m opening a bunch of tabs, editing photos, or just working on documents. What really impressed me, though, is the battery life. I can go almost an entire day without needing to charge it, which is a huge upgrade from constantly being plugged in. The screen looks amazing, it’s super responsive, and it just feels good to use. Honestly, if your laptop is as old as mine was, this update is 100% worth it — total game changer.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Build quality, Performance, Processor speed
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
From Windows to Mac: A Seamless, Stunning Upgrade
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Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
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After 15 years on Windows, I finally made the leap—and the MacBook Pro M4 24 GB didn’t just meet my expectations, it redefined them.
Switching to macOS felt like learning to drive a luxury car: a bit unfamiliar at first, but instantly smoother. Trackpad gestures are game-changing, and the Liquid Retina XDR display is bright, crisp, and easy on the eyes for long hours.
The first thing I noticed was the silence. The M4 chip is incredibly fast, yet cool and whisper-quiet.
With 24GB RAM and a 1TB SSD, I’ve run demanding applications like Final Cut Pro, even AI model training—all without a single hiccup. The results were stunning: fast, efficient, and smooth, even under pressure.
Build quality is top-tier. Yes, macOS takes some adjusting, but once you're in, there’s no going back.
The MacBook Pro M4 isn’t just a laptop—it’s a high-performance creative companion. I only wish I’d switched sooner.
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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.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Battery life, Performance
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Absolute Powerhouse (With a Few Accessory Quirks)
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I’ve been using my 14" MacBook Pro with the M4 Pro chip for almost a year, and it’s been amazing. The CPU is incredibly powerful - perfect for running local LLMs, editing photos, and 4K videos with ease. Even under heavy load, it stays cool and quiet, which makes a huge difference for long work sessions.
Coming from other laptops (including high-end Windows machines), the difference is night and day. Performance is snappy, and battery life easily lasts me through a full day. My only gripe is Apple’s closed ecosystem - sometimes external accessories that aren’t from Apple don’t play nicely, which can be a small but irritating issue.
For example, some docking stations from Lenovo or Dell often won’t support 4K at 60 Hz or can’t extend the display to more than one monitor. My Sony headphones also have an auto play/stop feature that works fine on Windows, but doesn’t behave correctly with Zoom or Teams on macOS.
Overall, if you need a portable yet extremely capable machine for creative or technical work, the MacBook Pro 14" with M4 Pro is worth every penny.
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This MacBook has been a gamechanger for me. I do a lot of video editing for my bands social media accounts and it has allowed me to render out these videos much quicker (and also while on the road) than when I edited on my pc desktop. It is also much more convenient and reliable that when I edited footage on davinci on my m2 iPad Pro.
my desktop has a 2080ti which was no slouch for editing and gaming, but now that Im using 10 bit 4k S log footage, I needed something that could handle the footage in the timeline without lagging.
the display is beautiful. it seems to be pretty accurate for color grading and also is super bright for editing HDR content
the other thing that has blown me away is the battery life. even though im doing some heavy duty editing, I don't need to be plugged in to get a full day of work out of the machine. this is great since I live my life on the road with my band. I haven't had to worry about not being able to complete a project before the battery dies.
Overall, I think that this is probably the nicest piece of tech that I have ever own. It is almost unbelievable the performance to price and the battery life. If you don't have an M series MacBook Pro, get one now
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I’m loving my new MacBook Pro 14-inch! The Space Black color is super sleek and gives it such a premium vibe. But the real highlight? This thing is ridiculously fast. I’ve been editing videos and running a ton of apps at the same time, and it hasn’t slowed down once.
The screen is gorgeous—bright, and colorful, and just makes everything look amazing. Plus, the battery life is a lifesaver. I can easily go all day without needing to plug it in.
Yeah, it’s expensive, but honestly, it’s worth it. If you want a laptop that can handle whatever you throw at it, this is the one to get.
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I have had a Macintosh computer since 1984 and have upgraded multiple times through the years. This MacBook Pro, M4 Pro is just awesome. It is extremely fast and the keyboard is fantastic! The keyboard is very responsive the battery life is amazing. Can’t say enough about this MacBook and BestBuy’ great customer service.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Build quality, Performance
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Amazed
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Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
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This is my first MacBook, and I can’t believe I never got one sooner! It works incredibly well with the Apple ecosystem, and I’m genuinely enjoying how fast and reliable it is at loading and keeping everything running smoothly. I never hear the fans running, and the screen looks amazing. The open box deal was a really good one; it only had one small scratch on the bottom that isn’t noticeable unless you look for it.
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I’m super impressed with the MacBook Pro 14-inch with the M4 Pro chip! It’s crazy fast—whether I’m juggling multiple apps or working on heavier tasks, it never slows down. The 24GB memory and 1TB SSD give me all the space and speed I need. Plus, the new Space Black color looks so sleek and modern. The display is gorgeous, and the battery lasts way longer than I expected. Overall, it’s just an amazing laptop—I couldn’t be happier with it!
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I had a great experience using this device—it’s incredibly smooth and powerful. It handles video editing like a dream and runs multiple programs with no lag at all. The display is bright and sharp, and the overall performance makes it perfect for both creative work and everyday use. Definitely worth it for anyone who values speed and quality.
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I recently picked up an Open Box 14-inch MacBook Pro (M4 Pro chip, 24GB Memory, 1TB SSD, Space Black) from Best Buy, and I’m really happy with the whole experience! Ordering online and picking it up in-store was super smooth, and the laptop itself has been awesome—no issues or blemishes at all. My fiancée loves how much faster and more spacious it is compared to her old MacBook Pro, and wow does it hold a charge, she's probably charged it twice in the last week. We got Apple Case without any hassle about it being "Open-Box". It came in the original Apple box (just sealed with a bit of Best Buy tape), and there aren’t any blemishes we can see. Plus, we saved a few hundred dollars by going the Open Box route, which is a great bonus. Definitely recommend it if you’re looking to save some cash.
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Apple MacBook Pro (M4 Pro, 14-Core) Review — Powerhouse in a Suit
The MacBook Pro M4 Pro isn’t just a laptop — it’s a workhorse in sleek titanium armor. Apple finally nailed the balance between brute performance and quiet efficiency. I’ve run everything from multi-monitor workflows, financial modeling, and AI automation to DJ sets and 4K livestreams without a hiccup.
Performance:
The 14-core M4 Pro handles intensive workloads like a champ. Even with multiple monitors, OBS running, Chrome tabs in the dozens, and Ableton Live open, the system doesn’t flinch. The new Neural Engine chews through AI-related tasks like data modeling and voice isolation faster than previous generations. Rendering and exporting heavy video files is up to 40% quicker compared to my M1 Pro setup.
Display & Build:
The Liquid Retina XDR display is a visual feast — crisp, color-accurate, and bright enough to work comfortably outdoors. The design feels premium, but what stands out is the cooling: near-silent even when pushed hard. The keyboard and trackpad remain unmatched in precision and comfort.
Battery Life:
In mixed use (editing, streaming, browsing), I’m pulling 14–16 hours easily. It sips power, even under stress. The new power efficiency is unreal — I can actually travel without a charger for a full day.
Connectivity & Ecosystem:
Between the HDMI, SD slot, and Thunderbolt 4 ports, Apple’s finally remembered professionals exist. Paired with my Tobenone dock, it runs my dual-monitor setup, mic interface, and external SSDs seamlessly. AirDrop, Continuity, and iCloud sync make jumping between my iPhone 15 Pro and iPad instant.
Verdict:
This is the most balanced MacBook Pro yet — a rare combination of muscle, mobility, and longevity. Whether for high-performance creative work, financial modeling, or streaming, the M4 Pro is an absolute weapon. It’s not cheap, but for professionals who rely on stability and speed, it earns every dollar.
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I absolutely love this computer! It has been an amazing asset with music and video recording! The battery life lasts a long time! I purchased the silcer model, and it is gorgeous!
Going from a Windows to a newly Apple Macbook user, I am very pleased with the product!
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Battery life, Performance, Portability
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
M4 pro
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Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.
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The computer battery life is insane.
Is really powerful. easy to carry anywhere.
Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.
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Excellent computer if you want to have the MacBook Pro M4 pro power. I have the 16” one too. The only difference is the screen size, resolution, less found but it what you sacrifice for portability. It is reliable and your shoulder will appreciate the less weight compared to the MBP 16” that is way bigger and heavier.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Performance
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Still Pleased!
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Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
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overall I am very pleased. I think this is now my 5th MacBook Pro and they just keep getting better. With the M4 Pro chip this machine is very fast and fluid between tasks and processes. I have used it for both video editing (Adobe Premiere) and CAD (Autodesk Fusion360) and it handles those graphics and memory intensive softwares with no issue. I'm especially pleased that the mag-safe power connection has been returned!
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It is an awesome computer I had the 48gb of ram version and down graded to 24 GB of ram. Of course the 48gb was fast and efficient however it was bulky. This is good for beginners who do light work. It is more portable, affordable, and runs quick just like the 48gb of ram.