Customers are pleased with the MacBook Pro 14" laptop's exceptional performance and impressive battery life, frequently citing its ability to handle demanding tasks and provide long-lasting power. Many appreciate the compact size and the high-quality display, while others highlight the ample RAM and powerful GPU as significant advantages for their workflows. However, some users noted that the fans can be noticeable during intensive use and that the price point is high.
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Pros mentioned:
Performance
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Runs Blender like butter…
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Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
I upgraded to this from ths 2018 MacBook Pro 15 inch. I could not believe the difference between the old MacBook and the M3 MAX. A 7 minute frame render cane down to 18 seconds. Madness. Get yoir hands on one if youre due for the upgrade.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Performance
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
New Macbook has met all my expectations!
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Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Perfect as a holiday gift for oneself or someone special! Easy follow through instructions to get to know a macbook, especially if you are new to apple products!! I highly recommend for gaming, professional projects, or to even start somewhere fresh for a career path.
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Manufacturers defect
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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.
Great Mac, however this would be my third Mac of this specific line from this specific store. I’m sure there’s manufacturers defect which made me return twice. It’s still really good and I got it for a great deal, so I can’t pass it up. Aside from that it’s a beautiful Mac with as expected processing power, I use mainly for 3D modeling and music making. Handles both like a charm.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Processor speed
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Glad I upgraded!
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Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Upgrade from a fully spec’d 2015 MacBook Pro. Purchased an open box and it was practically flawless. Quick and fast shipping.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Processor speed
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Best Laptop
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Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
This laptop is wonderful! Fastest I've owned yet. Well built! My only "regret", if you can call it that, is that I didnt get the 16 inch version!! The best Christmas present EVER!
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Processor speed
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Little beast MacBook
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Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
A mighty MacBook with just about anything you need to process videos, create music, and transfer files!
This review is from Apple - MacBook Pro 14" Laptop - M3 Max chip Built for Apple Intelligence - 36GB Memory - 30-core GPU - 1TB SSD - Silver
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Best MacBook Pro ever!
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Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
It deserves 6 Stars! Best MacBook Pro I have ever owned. It runs (2) 40” 2 MSI 40” monitors and a 27” Vertical monitor all for day trading. Amazing set up with a powerful processor.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Processor speed
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Amazing Speed
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Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Amazing Speed. I upgraded from Mac Book Pro 2017 model.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Performance
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Black M3 Pro 14 wonderful
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Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Runs really well. I am really enjoy the smoothness
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Love the Mac, here’s a helpful tip!
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Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Great product, first time owning a Mac and I have no complaints, one tip for all the new Mac owners out there, you unplug the charger by moving it up or down, not pulling like a typical charger.
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Best MacBook Pro ever!
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Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
this computer is the best MacBook Pro i've owned. More power than the 16" i9 that it replaced. No regrets. You should buy it!
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Perfect condition
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Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Works awesome. Just like new. Item had been taken out of the original packaging, but still worked perfect and was in perfect condition.
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Good but has some flaws!
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Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Good MacBook
Only got a few zonks
1. Hinge is loose compared to past Mac’s
2. The software scaling is bad (if you like big texts in other apps not just Apple ones)
3. The Lock Screen can’t be adjusted like an iPhone
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Refurbished MacBook
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Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Initially the packaging was open and a little dingy but the laptop itself had all the products & manuals including the custom matching sticker. Fired it up & works great saved 500$
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 2 out of 5 stars
IT IS NOT FOR APPLE IS FOR BESTBUY
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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.
I bought a MACBOOK PRO M3 MAX, and I made the mistake of buying it OPEN BOX LIKE NEW EXCELLENT, and I received a computer worth more than $3000 dollars all dirty, the box, the computer and the cable, and it said that it had been inspected by the Bestbuy Geeks, I attach the pictures, It does not matter ir a divice is $100 or less they should do better, and they but how a device worth more than $3000 dollars should be sent like this to the customer. Also, the outer box was large and came without bubbles to protect the macbook box. I know we are in a recession and that is why the stores are empty, they should do their job as best as possible and look for customer service people with service skills. If that is OPEN BOX EXCELLENT for sure no body should open box
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 3 out of 5 stars
Frustrating experience
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Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
It took about 7 days to get the correct product, hence the three stars.
At first I got a delivery which contained wrong product in the box. After a few calls a replacement product was scheduled which came on the 8th day from when I placed the first order.
I would recommend picking up from store instead of getting delivered.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Battery life, Performance, Ram
Cons mentioned:
Heat
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
1 machine works for all
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This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Apple has once again raised the bar with this powerhouse machine, delivering an incredible blend of performance, efficiency, and versatility.
Performance:
The M3 Max chip is a beast, offering performance. With up 36GB of RAM and a 30-core GPU, this laptop handles everything from high-end creative applications to AI workloads with ease. The GPU improvements make it a strong contender for multimedia professionals, and the 120Hz ProMotion display is simply stunning.
Efficiency:
One of the standout features of the M series is its efficiency. This efficiency translates to longer battery life, allowing you to work or play for extended periods without needing to recharge. in addition, the machine never heats up to the uncomfortable range under high load.
Versatility:
I sometimes need to run Windows programs or even play some games. This machine can run Windows programs smoothly, thanks to its software. I was a little surprised that games like Genshin Impact run flawlessly at the highest settings using Crossover. This level of compatibility and performance is impressive and makes the MacBook Pro a great choice for both work and play.
Conclusion:
The 2024 MacBook Pro 14-inch with the M3 Max model is an incredible machine. It combines unmatched performance, efficiency, and versatility in a sleek and portable package. Whether you’re a creative professional, a gamer, or someone who needs a reliable and powerful laptop, this MacBook Pro is sure to impress.
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 1 out of 5 stars
Received one that's opened and damaged
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Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Received one that's opened and damaged, spent a long time trying to exchange it, and the online service team didn't provide much help. Even after escalating to the supervisor, the response was still: 'You need to wait until a new unit is available.'
I sincerely request that any Best Buy manager who sees my situation contacts me to help resolve this issue.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Battery life, Performance
Cons mentioned:
Fan noise
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Mac gaming??
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Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Absolutely exceptional machine. A worthy upgrade from an M1 Pro. Major improvement in graphics, battery life, and just overall use. Use it as a work/gaming machine and it works really well for both. No hiccups no slow downs on anything I can throw at it.
Playing WoW and Hearthstone. Hearthstone doesn't even get the laptop warm at max settings. My M1 pro would get warm and even have the fans come on at max settings.
WoW I still have to tinker with lower settings to keep the laptop cool and quiet but I've pushed the settings up to max resolution capped 60 fps and even the newest capital city/raids don't cause the fps to dip whereas my desktop with a gtx 1070 has quite a bit of trouble.
Deux Ex Mankind Divided runs no issues max settings stable 60 fps.
Baldur's Gate 3 runs completely smooth 60 fps at max resolution as well with no dips. No need for FSR (looks grainy on any machine I turn that setting up on).
Only thing to be aware of if you're planning to do something a bit competitive gaming wise on higher settings is delayed fan activation at baseline. When I play games at higher settings the machine heats up over about 15-20 minutes. The fans kick on right around that time but the game throttles for about 3-5 minutes until the fan speed ramps up and cools the laptop down. After that the fans slow down to a barely audible hum and the machine can maintain stable/maximal frame rates for hours. This is more likely to happen on power since charging the laptop would of course heat it up as well.
When off of power I can easily manage 3-5 hours of Hearthstone and about 2 hours of WoW. Baldur's Gate 3 I can get maybe an hour and 15 minutes.
Casual tasks will easily have this thing lasting for a couple of days off the wall.
I don't do any major production work so can't comment on that.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Battery life, Performance
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
A Powerhouse of Computational Performance
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Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
The MacBook Pro is an exceptional piece of technology. Its sleek and stylish design is not only visually appealing but also incredibly functional. The build quality is top-notch, and it feels sturdy and durable.
Performance-wise, the MacBook Pro doesn’t disappoint. It’s blazing fast, handling multitasking and demanding tasks with ease. Whether you’re a professional working on complex projects or a student running multiple apps simultaneously, this laptop delivers outstanding speed and efficiency.
The Retina display is a standout feature, providing stunningly sharp and vibrant visuals. Whether you’re editing photos, watching movies, or simply browsing the web, the display’s clarity and color accuracy make for an immersive viewing experience.
The keyboard is comfortable to type on, offering a tactile feel that many users appreciate. The trackpad is also responsive and intuitive, making navigation a breeze.
One of the MacBook Pro’s strengths is its impressive battery life. You can count on it to last through a full workday without needing to charge constantly. This is a significant advantage for those who are constantly on the go.
In terms of software, macOS is known for its stability and user-friendly interface. It’s compatible with a wide range of software applications, making it versatile for various tasks and purposes.
Overall, the MacBook Pro is a top-tier laptop that excels in design, performance, and usability. While it may come with a premium price tag, it’s an investment that pays off with its reliability and capabilities. Whether you’re a creative professional, a business owner, or a student, the MacBook Pro is a solid choice that won’t disappoint.