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Rating 4.3 out of 5 stars with 23 reviews

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Rating 4.6 out of 5 stars with 19 reviews

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83%would recommend to a friend
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  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Worth it in 2024!

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

    It is an older model now in 2024 but still a beast! Battery life and performance are much better than windows laptops, and macOS works great with my iPhone and iPad! Also got this for a great price with Best Buy refurbished :)

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    Wrong item ! Sent mac air 2021!

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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.

    Terrible experience. They sent me gold air instrad of pro! Are you high! Geek squad team?

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    You won't be disappointed! BUY IT!

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

    I've been keeping an eye on these MacBooks hoping that they would be in stock when I was ready to upgrade from an HP laptop. I'm glad I waited and decided to purchase this refurbished product. Since it has an Apple based processor, I didn't need the latest or greatest M3 or M4 chips. Having used this MacBook for a little over two weeks, I feel like I made the right decision. I received my order much FASTER than expected (glad I didn't purchase expedited shipping - saving about $30). I got in within a few days. The laptop was secured safely in a bubble wrap, and included the apple charging cord, not the apple brick (not an issue at all), in fact I like the third party 140watt bring it came with. No big external damages, a few minor scratches on the bottom, but nothing to be concerned about. Put a skin on it, and call it a day! As for the internal components, my MacBook came with only 19 battery cycles and 98% battery life. I was shocked, it's basically a brand new laptop. Extremely satisfied and encourage you to click "purchase" if you're considering this MacBook - you won't be disappointed. I'm a full-time working professional that uses a lot of chrome tabs, zoom meetings, and excel sheets for data, and this MacBook has been perfect! I also teach at my local community college, so grading assignments, creating lecture presentations has also been super easy and efficient. If you've made it this far in my review, thank you! My advice, BUY IT! I spent over 4 months researching, going to my local store and testing the 14" vs 16" and glad I choose the 16" version. You won't be disappointed! Thanks Best Buy!

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

    great price

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

    came in good condition with 140w charger. no scuffs or scratches.

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

    Great value for a Apple Silicon Macbook

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

    Even though it's an older model in late 2024, the experience is still as snappy and fast as a new Macbook. I wasn't as lucky with the battery or the charger received, with 91% battery health and a 67w adapter instead of the usual 140w that comes with 16 inch Macbooks. But quite happy with my purchase. The laptop came without any problems or visible scratches, scuffs or dents. There are just minor usage marks near the charger and the left side USB-C ports, but other than that, it basically looks like new.

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

    Better than expected

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

    Just purchased this and so far so good. only 62 battery cycles and 96% battery capacity which I’m very pleased with. No scratching or dents. screen looks good. if you see this available and aren’t sure about buying, I’d say just do it!

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

    Great deal

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

    Extremley happy with my purchase. I received a 2021 with 86% battery life. The M1 chip runs so much faster than my intel Mac. Couldn't be happier for the price. It didn't come with an OG mac charger but it was an Insignia charger which I think works fine.

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

    Refurbished from Best Buy

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

    Great computer with outstanding display, HD and M1 processor.

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

    Great

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    Posted . Owned for 4 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Perfect device. Still powerful even it is M1, and is good for medium isage

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Eric

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

    It was a great price I got for , very nice condition And runs perfect . First I thought how the condition would be , but when it came it was perfect. Thanks

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

    Geek Squad Certified = No brainer

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

    If you don't care about the new Apple product box-opening experience, certified refurbished is the way to go. Not sure how different Geek Squad certified is different from Apple's but this laptop looked brand new! Can't find anything wrong with it. There was a tiny scuff on the charger but - that's totally fine - for the price. Otherwise I'll be sure to look for more GS Certified Refurb models on any further purchases, because this one knocked it out of the park.

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

    Good deal and great product

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

    As per the spec and in new condition. Great quality product and a very good deal

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

    Great!

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

    I needed a new laptop ASAP as the one I had for 7 years died on me. I decided on this one because of the screen size as well as it having Touch ID. I love using this for work and I love how responsive the touch pad is vs my old one! I’m very happy with my purchase!

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

    Amazing Macbook

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

    Ive been looking for a Macbook for a long time and this fit my needs and budget COMPLETELY!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    Make sure to check the battery life remaining....

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

    Somehow Best Buy thought it was acceptable to sell a REFURBISHED MacBook Pro that had only 82% of the battery remaining and more than 300 charge cycles.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Best band for your buck

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

    Amazing product! I’ve been wanting to upgrade from the 2017 model and this is a huge step !

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

    Used like new MacBook Pro

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    Posted . Owned for 6 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This MacBook pro was on sale due to being used but new. Such a great deal. Like new as advertised. Way better than paying full price!

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

    Like new condition

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

    Got the device in like new condition. Works great. Did not come with original charger though.

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

    Seems to be a good refurbish/inspection

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

    Arrived without any real wear to show. Battery is still 100%, although the warranty is expired.

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

    you will not find a better product for that price

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

    Almost new condition, everything is perfect, buy it if available

    I would recommend this to a friend

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Rating 4.6 out of 5 stars with 19 reviews

The analysis of all aggregated expert reviews shows that the reviewers are positive about image quality, keyboard, energy and connectivity. Editors are less positive about price and size. Using an algorithm based on product age, reviewers ratings history, popularity, product category expertise and other factors, this product gets an alaTest Expert Rating of 89/100 = Very good quality.
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    MacBook Pro 2021 (16-inch) reviewApple's MacBook Pro 2021 (16-inch) is an across-the-board improvement that delivers best-in-class performance, especially with M1 Max.

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  • ZDNetRating, 4.8 out of 5Cliff Joseph on November 2, 2021

    Apple 16-inch MacBook Pro (M1 Max, late 2021) review: Apple supercharges its flagship laptop | ZDNetThe new 16-inch MacBook Pro is expensive, but the top-end M1 Max chip proves that Apple Silicon can genuinely go toe-to-toe with the most powerful mobile workstations available from rival PC manufacturers.

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  • 9to5mac.comBen Lovejoy on November 1, 2021

    MacBook Pro Diary: M1 Max 16-inch MacBook Pro first impressionsMy shiny new Mac arrived on Friday, so after a couple of days of fairly extensive use, it's time to give my M1 Max 16-inch MacBook Pro first impressions. I haven't used it for anything too taxing as yet, so this piece covers what I think of the

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  • 9to5mac.comChance Miller on October 19, 2021

    M1 Pro/Max MacBook Pro shipping times improve for some early buyersApple made its new 14-inch and 16-inch MacBook Pros available for purchase yesterday, with the first orders slated to arrive on Tuesday, October 26. While supply quickly started to diminish and slipping times slipped to November and December,

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  • 9to5mac.comJosé Adorno on October 18, 2021

    New M1 Pro and M1 Max MacBook Pro support up to four external displaysApple announced during its “Unleashed” event the new MacBook Pro powered with the M1 Pro and M1 Max chips. With them, the company was able to boost the number of external displays the new MacBook Pro supports. expand full story

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  • CreativeBloqRating, 5 out of 5Matthew Bolton on November 10, 2021

    Apple MacBook Pro 16-inch (2021) reviewThe new MacBook Pro is a true beast of a laptop, but do you need to go this big?

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