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🔥 Discover the power of the new M3 MacBook Pro 16 inch in my latest review. After a month of rigorous use, it's time to share my real-world experiences with this groundbreaking device. Let's dive into how it’s reshaping my work and possibly yours too!
👉 In this video, I take a deep dive into the M3 MacBook Pro 16 inch, sharing my insights on its performance, battery life, and overall user experience. I discuss how this laptop stands out from its predecessors, the M1 Pro and M2 Pro, and why it could be the perfect choice for professionals and tech enthusiasts alike.
❓ Why Choose the M3 MacBook Pro?
The M3 MacBook Pro isn't just about raw power; it's about seamless productivity. It's a device that won't interrupt your 'pro' moments with lags, crashes, or compromises. From its responsive keyboard to the vibrant display and reliable battery, every feature is crafted to enhance your workflow.
🎮 Gaming on the M3 Pro
While I primarily use my RTX 3080 for gaming, the M3 Pro's advancements in this area are promising, potentially leading to a future where one device can handle all tasks, including gaming.
✨ Experience vs. Specs
I emphasize the importance of the overall user experience over mere specifications. It's about how the device integrates into your daily life, whether for editing, programming, or casual use.
🔌 Ports and More
I'll discuss the array of ports, the improved trackpad, and the subtle yet impactful design changes that set this laptop apart. Plus, a look at how the Space Black finish holds up against everyday use.
🖥️ Display and Battery Performance
Experience a noticeable improvement in display brightness and color quality. Also, get insights into the battery performance under various workloads, proving its efficiency and endurance.
💡 Final Verdict
This segment will sum up my comprehensive review, comparing the M3 MacBook Pro with other leading devices I've used and why it could be the ultimate tool for tech enthusiasts.
👇 Let me know your thoughts in the comments! Are you considering the M3 MacBook Pro? What features do you value the most in a laptop?
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@alec.js_ 6 месяцев назад

Configuration is a 16 inch M3 Pro with 36GB RAM/512GB SSD! New M3 Pro Video is Out Now (2/14)!!!! Edit: If you like this, I want to do more! Please consider clicking subscribe! Getting to 1000 can change this channel, and my life! 1 click goes a long way, but if not, that’s okay too, thank you for being here!

@kotak1818 6 месяцев назад

recheck again is it 36GB ram May I know why Went with Only 512 GB List of Favorite External _ SSD

@alec.js_ 6 месяцев назад

@@kotak1818 I do all of my work off of my iPhone 15 Pro max. So compatibility is important. 36gb of ram. I use a 4tb Samsung T9. It can do 20gbps, making it very fast to work off of. I justified the purchase because a larger iPhone option and larger MacBook option combined would have cost me an extra 2k. This is storage for both. Wonderful question!

@kotak1818 6 месяцев назад

@@alec.js_what I understand Here is iphone Mac Both Went with 512GB With External 4 TB iam I Right Thanks prompt _ Update

@alec.js_ 6 месяцев назад

@@kotak1818 iPhone 256gb MacBook 512 gb 4tb Samsung T9 external SSD.

@mralxndr2846 6 месяцев назад

@@alec.js_but would a 1tb in the MacBook make the swap faster ?

@blessdarah1256 6 месяцев назад

This is the only person who has defined the true meaning of Pro for Apple.

@alec.js_ 6 месяцев назад

Appreciate that. Feels good to not be alone in my belief here!

@devALLjapan 2 месяца назад

Love to see a video that doesn’t go crazy on taking up space with the specs Just simply talking about your experience is great to hear

@dankosek4274 6 месяцев назад

I am still driving the base 16” M1 MBP, and will for quite some time… At 67 yrs old, I got the 16” for the screen, but there is nothing I can’t do from regular office work to development to AI prototyping… simply wonderful machine…. I wanted what became the 15” MBAir, but it wasn’t available 2 years ago… so I’m hooked on the 16” MBP for the foreseeable future.

@alec.js_ 6 месяцев назад

They get it all right. Other laptops have a crazy gimmick for marketing. They miss trackpad keyboard and battery. None of those are exciting or marketable. Apple ensures they’ve nailed those fundamentals AND performance. And their marketing is the build quality and design. Best of all worlds! Thanks for stopping by!

@mikest2851 4 месяца назад

I have the same, but since I updated to Sonoma, the battery is draining much faster... Im thinking apple pulled one again :))

@jeffchastain2977 26 дней назад

My new M3pro MacBook Pro is a miracle. It's just an amazing computing machine. It's my 6th Apple laptop(2 MB airs, and 4 MBpros) and this thing just screams like.a banshee. It saves at least a third of my work time. It's a joy to use. I can't believe how they just make the machines better and better. I got the M3 pro(12core/18core)MacBook Pro with 18g unified memory and 2tb of storage. I can see this machine lasting me at a minimum, 5-6 years, maybe longer.

@Justin-ww8xk 6 месяцев назад

I returned my 14inch M3 Pro. Ordered a 16inch with the higher end M3 Pro chip, 36gb Ram & 2TB storage. I’m upgrading from my maxed out Mid 2013 MacBook Air. Had that laptop for 10yrs; it served me well & still works

@alec.js_ 6 месяцев назад

Sheesh dude. Props for holding out through m1 and m2! Yeah larger battery, larger trackpad, not that cooling is an issue in the case m3 pro. But better thermals. I’m pretty much the same except the 2tb. I record pro res log on my iPhone 15 pro, so I keep a 4tb Samsung drive. But you’re gonna love it.

@swish6143 4 месяца назад

Same, a 2013 MacBook Pro. Loved it, served me well. Now on 14inch M3 Pro. Go for another 10 years. #10yearcrew

@boganx1291 4 месяца назад

@@swish6143 How is your 14 inch I'm also want to go for 14 inch

@Irkennalpha 3 месяца назад

@@swish6143I just swapped my 2013 Mac Pro for this 36gb model. That old computer holded pretty well all the adversities. I’m doing software development now, so I really needed a big upgrade, so far so good

@nilaypatel3069 3 месяца назад

@@swish6143 Hey I am also thinking to buy the 14inch m3 pro 18gb ram, I want best battery life, How is the real life battery in the macbook you took, I am confused whether to buy 14inch pro or m3 pro just for battery I don't care about performance, Also could possibly consider m3 air 16gb for its design

@fau2002 4 месяца назад

I really like the way you told us the story of your experience with the device without pulling any benchmarks! It feels personal and relatable. Keep them coming mate!

@alec.js_ 4 месяца назад

You should see my most recent video! Really dives into that concept specifically!

@craighudson4382 6 месяцев назад

Hey Alec, watched your video on a 16" M3pro. Coming from a 2019 intel i9. I couldn't justify a Max as the extra minute the pro takes to render doesn't equate to enough lost time to justify the price increase. I am blown away by the m3 Pro . Your description is perfect, it just doesn't get in your way. great video!

@alec.js_ 6 месяцев назад

Kudos for staying on intel through the m1 and m2. You are far more resilient than I, my friend.

@swish6143 4 месяца назад

Plus the Pro has more efficiency cores for the time you are not rendering and have lots of low performance tasks

@turisma_music 3 месяца назад

Hi, I have the MBP i9 16” from 2019, and I’m considering the base M3 Pro 512GB/1T. I am a UX designer, so I mostly use it for design work and Ableton Live when I make music. I use my laptop 95% of the time docked. It’s a shame because it has a nice screen and a fantastic keyboard and touchpad, but I enjoy it even more when I use it outside my room. However, I’m still unsure if I should go with the 14” or 16”. Did you stay with 16”, or did you pick the 14”? Cheers!

@user-vf4tj2vx6h 5 месяцев назад

I totally agree with you! It is the most useful video about this machine i have ever seen! Thank you!

@alec.js_ 5 месяцев назад

That’s means a ton, I appreciate the kind words!

@NoneOfyourBusiness468 6 месяцев назад

Down to earth review. I still work with my horse MBP mid 2015, keyboard falling apart, screen flickering, dead battery and more and I am getting this one. I'm sure it is an upgrade I will notice ;-)

@alec.js_ 6 месяцев назад

Brace yourself. It’s going to be a leap for you!

@sp3edstr 4 месяца назад

Hey great job with this video! There was a lot of relatable material in it. I do IT for a living and I touch computers of all brands all of the time and I can definitely relate to your observations and experience in general. You definitely have a new subscriber! Please make more content like this.

@alec.js_ 4 месяца назад

Thanks! Good to not be alone in my opinions here! I did just release a new one in the M3 pro! Feel free to catch that one when you can! Thanks for subscribing!

@vincentpeters546 4 месяца назад

This is the best video on the new M Pro MacBook that I have been able to find. I just recently purchased the 16" M Pro and I was unable to find anything as coherent as this video when talking about the Mac. Well done!!

@alec.js_ 4 месяца назад

Glad it helped!

@warrenmcclure7819 7 часов назад

Just started watching this and I agree with lots of what you have to say. Having something that doesn't get in the way of your workflow is real important

@azaph 5 месяцев назад

Thank you for the review, been helpful

@alec.js_ 5 месяцев назад

Glad it was helpful!

@Prismatticworld 4 месяца назад

Thank you for this. I was getting into the nitty gritty of specs and this helped me zoom out and remember why I use tech, especially as I refresh my inventory.

@alec.js_ 4 месяца назад

That’s what I’m here for! So many feel like they have to go highest end option to make the purchase worth it! Buy what you will use, maybe a bit more for the future. You know you! Thanks for watching!

@maclarenedwards6511 6 месяцев назад

Great video 👍🏼 Thanks and Keep going. 💯

@alec.js_ 6 месяцев назад

Comments like this keep me going! Thank you!

@adilhasham2550 6 месяцев назад

Sick video, agree with everything you mentioned, still rocking a M1 Pro and, for me, it's still amazing. It still feels brand new even after 2 years!!!

@alec.js_ 6 месяцев назад

My 14 inch M1 Pro was such a great computer. Worth every penny. If I didn’t always want a black MacBook and need a larger screen, you couldn’t pry it from my cold dead hands! I feel all these other laptops have a gimmick, but they don’t have strong fundamentals. Because fundamentals aren’t marketable. The m pro laptops have it all and their quality is their gimmick. Win win! Thanks for watching!

@JoeHannouch 4 месяца назад

Great points and well put, talking about what a computer gives you in terms of experience instead of blindly running benchmarks as if those translate to everyday life. Thanks

@alec.js_ 4 месяца назад

Glad to help! Metrics can lead to confusion for many! Just want to share the meat and potatoes of what these laptops offer!

@The_Expert 6 месяцев назад

This was an amazing video. Subscribed simply out of respect. Don't change anything about your style.

@alec.js_ 6 месяцев назад

Comments like this make a Christmas morning a whole lot better. It feels good getting some positive feedback, I really appreciate you! Hope to not disappoint!

@givezaid 5 месяцев назад

Hey Alec, this is a highly relatable and sincere review. There's so many reviews out there following the same formula. You are providing an interesting perspective about these devices for those looking to get their first Apple Silicon. We appreciate it so much.

@alec.js_ 5 месяцев назад

Thanks, comments like this keep me going. Glad I can help in any way.

@georgiaboy2023 5 месяцев назад

Wow love this review. Best one I seen on the M3 Pro So happy you reviewed the machine on its merits as opposed to obsessing over comparing to previous models

@alec.js_ 5 месяцев назад

I love breaking things down to simple principles. Some people just want to know “is the new MacBook Pro good?” - all of the other stuff is noise to them. The answer is yes. Very good. Slightly longer answer, every MacBook has been beyond excellent for the past few years. It’s that simple. Thanks for watching!

@georgiaboy2023 5 месяцев назад

@@alec.js_ agreed! I’m excited to get one soon

@tevindowney 5 месяцев назад

@@alec.js_was thinking of spending the extra 200 to go from base m3 with 16gb ram to the base m3 pro. smart?

@kindfranklin7099 3 месяца назад

I am grateful for the quality of not only visual and audio, but also your informational content has helped me to make the right decision for me. Thank you. I’m happy to sub. May you have ease and joy in your day.

@alec.js_ Месяц назад

I appreciate that!

@mendodsoregonbackroads6632 6 месяцев назад

I agree with most of what’s you’re saying based on my experience with my latest Mac which is the 15” M2 Air in 8/500 configuration. The build quality and battery life are top notch, and the 3nm process with the new M3 must be an improvement on that. I use the M2 for hours a day and about every 3 days it gets down to around 50%. The trackpad and keyboard are excellent, and it just gets out of the way as you pointed out.

@alec.js_ 6 месяцев назад

I have a work m2 air. That thing is insane on battery. It’s part of why I felt my M1 Pro wasn’t getting the best battery. Really the m2 air changed my perspective, because before that laptop I’d thought I had insane battery life.

@tshansen 4 месяца назад

This was a breath of fresh air mate! Thank you for this genuine and well thought out video about a topic that has been bugging myself lately. I have seen way too many videos about the topic regarding these new laptops. The iPad Pro I'm using today is just not cutting it for video work on the go! So even if I have a power house ( Mac Studio M2 Max) I'm getting used to that kind of performance and I need that when I'm working on the road as well. You nailed it with this video sir, even though the 16 inch is to big, the 14 inch is the one I will get. Thank you. Cheers from Norway 🇳🇴

@alec.js_ 4 месяца назад

I mostly suggest the 14. Much less cumbersome. Thanks for the kind words, will visit Norway one day for sure! Glad I could help!

@user-un4cc5yf6q 5 месяцев назад

you're doing great with your videos! you can really communicate tech

@alec.js_ 5 месяцев назад

I try! Thanks!

@subzerosumgame 3 месяца назад

Whatever work this guy do he do it well, keep it up. I’m couple days with my new m3 pro, i can’t emphasize how much pain it save

@alec.js_ Месяц назад

Such a great laptop.

@jimtipton8888 6 месяцев назад

Hey there! I agree that the M3 Pro MBP is dope. I went the opposite size direction. I needed smaller because of work space. Had the 16" M1 Max 10/24/32 2TB and now have a 14" M3 Pro 12/18/18 1 TB. Business use during the day and photo and video as a hobby and my M3 Pro checks all the boxes. Really a great machine and the Space Black is bad ass. Cheers!

@alec.js_ 6 месяцев назад

Always love the computational density of the 14. So much power in a compact book. Packs a real punch. I still think is the perfect size and form factor for the MacBook Pro. 15 inches is where laptops get a bit cumbersome.

@sentientsimian 5 месяцев назад

Is 18 GB RAM enough? I have the same configuration but I am considering returning it so that I may upgrade to 36 GB.

@jimtipton8888 5 месяцев назад

@@sentientsimian Greetings friend! In my situation it has proven more than adequate. I think it is really dependent on what you do and how you use it. For me, doing daily office work, some photo and video editing it works great. I had ordered the 36 GB upgrade, but after watching performance tests on both Max Tech and Created Tech comparing 16 and 32 GB on older M Series chips I opted to save my money, upgrade to the a 12/18 with a 1 TB SSD instead. It does occasionally use some swap memory, but after digging into and getting a better understanding of that, it doesn't concern me. I really love this machine and don't find it lacking at all. Hope that helps you, I know these are hard decisions since 36 GB is an expensive upgrade. Best to you. Hope that helps.

@sentientsimian 5 месяцев назад

@@jimtipton8888 Thank you for your kind, thoughtful reply! I did end up deciding to return it so that I could place an order for one with 36 GB RAM and 1 TB SSD. For my use cases, I believe that I will need the extra RAM. Definitely wish that the upgrade were cheaper!

@jimtipton8888 5 месяцев назад

@@sentientsimian I’m happy you were able to come to a resolution. I think selecting a configuration is such a complicated and individual thing. Wishing you the best with your new machine when it arrives. Take care!

@jesperbender1473 3 месяца назад

I just got a M3Pro (18 GB ram) - and absolutely love it! I also have a M1 Air, but this one defiantly takes the lead. Love this laptop in every way. As you say, it's such a seemless experience! Thanks for your review - you got a new subscriber here.

@alec.js_ 3 месяца назад

Great to hear!

@godfatherofcinema 17 дней назад

Fantastic video presentation just got one of these babies and it is everything you say it’s supposed to be in this video. Thank you.

@driesmangelschots6722 5 месяцев назад

Really good video Alec!, I'm currently on an older macbook pro 15 inch(2013) and looking to upgrade either the m3 pro or max. Is the 16 inch very heavy because right now i'm looking at a 14inch. also for the color you have spaceblack looks really clean but does it get a lot of smudges and is the safest option to go with the silver or is it not that bad?

@alec.js_ 5 месяцев назад

Wow! Great job holding out on the m1 and m2 chips. That must have been hard. I had the 14. And for most users. I recommend that form factor . The screen is plenty. And it’s very compact. If youre going max, I would get the 16, because the max is for a heavy performance focus and you want maximum cooling. Nothing wrong with the 14. But if you are in max workload territory, get the max performance, plus the larger battery. Then again, the computational density of the 14 is crazy. You’re getting a very potent machine. The 16 is heavy and cumbersome at times. I think the 14 inch m3 pro is great for the general user who may need performance from time to time. The battery should be better there as well. There’s something to the space black. It will show fingerprints. They are not intrusive. With my midnight m2 I would “move” fingerprints around instead of clean them, this finish cleans up nicer. If you want as close to 0 fingerprints, go silver. The fingerprints are manageable on the space black. Overall been very happy with the finish. Even have a vid on my channel!

@driesmangelschots6722 5 месяцев назад

Thank you Alec this really helped me@@alec.js_

@FutureTechPilot 5 месяцев назад

Good stuff man. I'm dealing with deciding on something like this right now. It's a tough choice, apples pricing structure is brutal lol - Keep it up

@alec.js_ 5 месяцев назад

They spend a ton on consumer research. They know how to build an excellent product pricing hierarchy. It’s why I think it’s important that people focus on themselves and ask what they need out of an experience. Don’t bother yourself with specs. I think spec wars cause confusion, buyers remorse. Which is what makes Apple’s stair step economics so powerful, people don’t want to make the wrong decision, so they just max it out as far as they can. Which anyone with any M chip, should feel no buyers remorse. They are all incredibly competent machines. Appreciate it dude. Thanks for watching!

@yontzur 6 месяцев назад

Very insightful and refreshing video. You described well the main points I care about while buying a MacBook. Thank you! Subscribing

@alec.js_ 6 месяцев назад

Appreciate it. Glad I’m not alone! Join the crew! Welcome my friend!

@a_spiritual_revolution 4 месяца назад

Great review Alec, and thank you. One thing I've not heard reference to anywhere on any review or any site I've looked for, is how this particular laptop will handle Zoom video calls? My current intel-based macbookpro gets hot too quickly, making a worrying fan noise. I assume that this will no longer be a problem for me?!

@alec.js_ 4 месяца назад

Ran zoom on it the other day. No noticeable heat for me! Don’t think it breaks a sweat with zoom calls.

@harshitverma4240 Месяц назад

Wow, this is one of the best reviews I came across. You definitely deserve a lot more subscribers man

@alec.js_ Месяц назад

Appreciate that, things like that keep me doing what I do!

@natashanatters 3 месяца назад

I really liked your style of video. It was very helpful and a bit different to the others.

@alec.js_ Месяц назад

Glad it was helpful!

@michaelfarmer3440 6 месяцев назад

Great video! I have the M3 pro16 with 36GB of ram and 512SSD as well is space black. I agree with your take on everything. This is a very refined machine and is a pleasure to use. Thank you for making this video.

@alec.js_ 6 месяцев назад

Great minds think alike. Exact same specs as you!

@ohcanadaguy 4 месяца назад

Love the style of this video. You're super relatable, definitely subscribed!

@alec.js_ 4 месяца назад

Really appreciate that! Glad I’m not alone in my thoughts here! Thanks for joining the squad!

@ohcanadaguy 4 месяца назад

Of course @@alec.js_ ! Very excited to see what you'll be creating down the road!

@evanwalker3513 4 месяца назад

Great review! Exactly what I needed to hear. The audio is a little hard to hear, though. Could definitely benefit from wearing a lav or setting up a boom.

@alec.js_ 4 месяца назад

Thanks. Got a rode Videomic ntg (that I hook up to a DJI mic 2). I have lots of room for improvement. Both audio and video. But that’s the fun of it! Getting better every video. Thanks for kindly offering guidance, RU-vid needs more of that, and you’re part of the solution!

@WDSCRNRAD 5 месяцев назад

Just found your channel! Great video. I’ve been using a 2012 MacBook Pro, and I’ve literally just ordered the M3 Max. I cannot wait. It’s probably massive overkill for what I do (Music Production/abit of Final Cut), but I’ve been waiting for a MacBook that jumped out to me! And the M3 did

@alec.js_ 5 месяцев назад

Kudos for holding out as long as you did. Not overkill, you keep a device that long, get the most power you can, while you can. You’re not going to know what to do with all that power compared to the 2012. The Max chip is insane. Enjoy it! Thanks for watching.

@hartmatterhorn 3 месяца назад

Great points, bud. Thanks for the review.

@alec.js_ 3 месяца назад

Thanks for watching!

@IMexican4ever 6 месяцев назад

I got an 16” 1 tb replacing my iMac late 2015 an is an amazing experience, I hope I will keep it for the next 10 years. 😊

@alec.js_ 6 месяцев назад

I’m keeping mine as long as it wants to keep me!

@ShakeAndBakeGuy 2 месяца назад

Great video! I got my first baseline Mac, the M1 MBP 14 inch for the first time in over a decade. Upgrading from a nearly maxed 2012 15 inch MBP, I thought I’d need to upgrade every two years. No need at all. And I love the form factor.

@alec.js_ Месяц назад

I sold my M1 Pro mbp to my buddy. He works on it every day. Hasn’t skipped a beat, they are great laptops. They really are.

@jujumaninez3115 4 месяца назад

Insta-sub and watched the whole thing. Keep up the good work and I look forward to seeing what else you come out with on this channel! Oh yeah, and excellent editing and video quality. You deserve more subs my guy.

@alec.js_ 4 месяца назад

Really appreciate that! Means a lot, been putting a lot into this.

@sitalimwiingahamatuli2024 5 месяцев назад

Simple, straightforward review of your experience. I think I will get the same config, since I want a Windows & a Linux VM running on the Mac…

@alec.js_ 5 месяцев назад

Can’t go wrong!

@marc-andrevoyer9973 4 месяца назад

Great video, I really appreciate your usability take on it. It is those same thoughts that made me take the leap for my 14" max which should be here in a week or two. :)

@alec.js_ 4 месяца назад

Such a nice build. The computational density of the 14 inch with the Max. Insane laptop. Really an engineering marvel. Enjoy it!

@ki001 3 месяца назад

One of the best reviews I have ever seen anywhere for anything... well done!

@alec.js_ Месяц назад

Comment of the decade!

@johnpeterson1464 3 месяца назад

gerat review, i just got my m3 pro 16 inch and I have had a similar experience as you. The battery life is out of this world!

@alec.js_ 3 месяца назад

Insane battery life! Still going strong!

@TechMixr 5 месяцев назад

Your perspective is very similar to what I’m going to do with my review when I get my maxed out config in a few weeks. And I mean ………. Maxed out. 👀 Subbed 💪🏾

@alec.js_ 5 месяцев назад

Sheesh, get ready to be blown away. The pro chip is screaming fast. I couldn’t imagine the max. I am actually curious of the Max as my workflow has gotten more strenuous. Looking forward to the review!

@oneonlygags6456 6 месяцев назад

Kudos to your in-depth review and analysis to help most of the viewers save up those extra bucks but I'm still considering the base version of M3 Max 16 inch MacBook Pro for Machine Learning projects, although I do have second thoughts after your convincing arguments about how powerful even the M3 Pro chipset is 😂

@alec.js_ 6 месяцев назад

No wrong answers! You’re spending a lot, get what you want and need. You want to be completely happy with this purchase!

@Phuamt Месяц назад

Great review. Mayhe u csn show the m3 macbook pro screen n usage. Do u advise buy m4 ipad pro with magic keyboard n pencil pro or m4 macbook pro releasing in Oct 24?

@alec.js_ Месяц назад

Not sure what rumors are going around for the m4. But Apple will need to change either the design or the performance of the pro chip will likely be a bit increase. I think they are stairstepping. So the M1 Max was the one to buy, then the M2 pro made the most sense, then the m3 max was the winner. So this year I’m curious if the m4 pro is the one they push. I think the chips are so performant, that design is a place for Apple to refresh. But who knows? I’ve got a more recent review of the m3 pro if you’re interested in a deeper dive.

@lance3318 4 месяца назад

This helped me a ton because I’m a lifelong windows guy and had to turn to Mac for school. I had this lappy for a little over a week now and I'm blown away by how powerful and versetile it is! I was skeptical about gaming but you’re absolutely right, I feel this will somewhat be my go to when iI wanna play X-BOX. And that sounds bananas when I say it out loud! LOL. Dope channel man.

@alec.js_ 4 месяца назад

Appreciate it man! Total jack of all trades. When MacOS picks up on game support, it will be unbeatable!

@PDASEX 5 месяцев назад

Very well put together video, I’m impressed. I admire your confidence and calm clear tone. I don’t always make it through a whole review video but you were very straight to the point and focused on the most important features that most down to earth people would be curious about. This isn’t even the version of the Mac Book Pro I’m considering. It could take me years to finally decide to get a new computer so I am rather considering the Max 16’ but your video is professional and relative to everyday people so I stuck around until the end. Also, you can never go wrong showing us your cute dog haha. Thanks for the insight. 💻 P.S. Just the idea of having an apple laptop in space black is making my mouth water XD🖤

@alec.js_ 4 месяца назад

Marty (my golden) is the real talent. It’s his house, I’m just living in it! Appreciate your perspective, it’s always nice to hear something I’m doing is working!

@moustafaelbatawy1099 5 месяцев назад

I rarely comment on youtube. But truly thats a very relatable review aside from all the "numbers and specs" mentioned in all other reviews. So first thank you.

@alec.js_ 5 месяцев назад

It’s what I wanted when searching reviews. I just wanted to know, is the device good or not? Thanks for gifting me one of your coveted and rare comments, I’m so glad I helped!

@afonsords 3 месяца назад

What you're describing is exactly what I want to replace my 2015 macbook pro with and I love the way you describe it in a real/practical way. Since I'm not the most tech savy person, being bombarded with 8 or 10 CPU figures like most youtubers do doesn't really tell me much. Your info is all I need. Liked and subed :)

@alec.js_ 3 месяца назад

Glad to help, thanks for joining the crew!

@Dfoohl 5 месяцев назад

I’m struggling to choose between the 14 and 16 inch MBP M3 pro. Is the weight difference in the backpack gonna be noticeable? I do travel but I also do sit down on the table for a long time, what did the extra 2inch do for you?

@alec.js_ 5 месяцев назад

You will notice the weight. For sure. If you don’t split screen the 14 is nice. Or if you have an iPad you can sidecar with. Remember, For a while a 15 inch laptop was considered very large, so the 14 still provides a great amount of screen, with a lot more portability. The battery life on the 16 is great. I can sit still and WORK on it a lot longer. Which suits me. If you like being on the go a bit more, I think the 14 is the most versatile form factor. I mostly recommend that one.

@spocksin1073 6 месяцев назад

Agree so much on your video! After all what I need is a machine that can handle all my workflow without any problem and that's all, the precise benchmark score or stuff like that don't mean a lot to my daily work. I am using a 2013 27" iMac i7 32GB ram 2TB SSD for graphic design work. Was waiting for the new 27" iMac for so long since the Apple silicon was released, but apparently they aren't gonna make a new 27" iMac anytime soon so I am considering buying a 14" M3 pro 11/14c 36GB ram 1TB SSD to use it as my main machine with an external monitor, and use my old iMac as my second machine later on.

@alec.js_ 6 месяцев назад

You won’t be disappointed! It’s nice having the laptop as a desktop because you get to carry work around if you need. I agree with you, If a machine was super powerful, but slow, specs wouldn’t matter. It’s all about experience, which is the orchestration of hardware AND software. It’s a much more finely tuned metric that can’t be deduced to a simple number. Thanks for watching!

@kylemaguire8562 5 месяцев назад

Great video, keep up the good work 👍🏻

@alec.js_ 5 месяцев назад

Thanks! Really appreciate hearing that! Fuels the next video!

@warrenmcclure7819 6 часов назад

Also glad to hear the battery life being so good on your machine! I use both Mac/Windows because they both have their pros and cons but the one thing I always notice with Macs are the battery life. My 15 inch MBA battery is much better than any of my Windows machines

@diffusion-ai 5 месяцев назад

Fantastic video, great take.

@alec.js_ 4 месяца назад

Thanks! I appreciate that!

@345168 3 месяца назад

Great video! Currently have M1Pro 14", really thinking about the upgrade to the M3Pro 16". Though I love the 14" size

@alec.js_ Месяц назад

The 14 is perfect. The 16 is great if you’re rarely moving around.

@ogDaboose 4 месяца назад

Thank you this was exactly the video I needed to see. Just doing a massive compare between which model mac book pro i should be considering to buy shortly. My use case is mainly productivity, Adobe suite, Figma, Camtasia, POwerBi data sets, MS Office + i need to run Parallels Win 11 (maybe 8/12Gb Ram allocated) for some additional work stuff outside of the Mac OS but at the same time as using the MaCOS. I want the 16" as the ole eyes arent what they used to be and many windows open just that much nicer with more real estate to play with. Jumping through the apple configs was thinking a MBP M3 Pro 16" 36Gb Ram 1TB was looking like a sweet spot for my needs. Do you think this would be suitable Alec? I want to look at future proofing for at least 5 years and avoid as much memory swapping as possible for the best experience. Love to hear your thoughts on what external display (outside of apple) you would suggest. Using a PC Win 11 gaming system now with an RTX 3080 which i will keep for the games aspect until apple / emulators catch up. Thanks so much and oh yeah, this was one of the best videos i had watched and love your explanations and personal opinions on this. Onto watching the rest!

@alec.js_ 4 месяца назад

Thanks! We have similar set ups. I have an rtx 3080 for gaming as well. I actually run my desk setup with an lg c2 display. Not the most common thing. But it’s a great display. If you need accurate colors, it might not be suitable, I feel like my display isn’t quite neutral. At my creative agency, we run dell ultra sharps I believe. Sounds like you need memory. 36GB is a lot. Not what it used to be. But still, plenty for many. Only thing I would change about mine is getting 1tb instead of 512gb. For your usage, I think 36GB/1tb is great! You are near the base config for a max chip, so, if you want the extra performance, it’s there. But the pro chips are great. My recent video kinda helps users with that choice.

@ogDaboose 4 месяца назад

@@alec.js_ Thank you so much. It was stumbling across your channel and the way you review that has made my mind up and appreciate your reply. Funny i did the same when pricing up the pro. clicked the next option up to the max! Purchasing in a few weeks time. I'll check out the monitors as well. Keep up the great work and look forward to more content.

@jeremiahreilly9739 3 месяца назад

Like your personal candour. Thanks.

@alec.js_ 3 месяца назад

I appreciate that!

@PDM-95 3 месяца назад

I’m not very techy, but plan on learning how to edit videos. I was going to get the m3 air with 16gb ram and 512 ssd. Now thinking I might get the base m3 pro. If I somehow developed into a good editor, could the base m3 pro be used for a professional video editor? Or would upgrades ram be necessary? For where I’m at currently, but with the intention of really learning how to edit, would you go for the upgraded air that mentioned or the base m3 pro? I think the pro would be $500-600 more than the upgraded air. Thanks!

@clockwork8203 2 месяца назад

Such a quality video brother. Just bought a macbook pro m3, you're completely right, on all fronts it is the industry standard and makes NO compromises which justifies its price. The user experience is genuinely the greatest out there, and one can obviously say there's some benefits to windows OS, but over time you learn tricks and how to customize to your liking further, apple's OS. Dropped a sub hoping to see more growth in 2024!!!

@jamesdonaldson47 3 месяца назад

I really appreciate your candor about the user experience which I feel is just as important as performance. No one wants to have a high spec machine that is a chore to use. I have decided to get the 14” M3 Pro because I am a wedding photographer and videographer and the videos I edit aren’t massive multilayered Hollywood films, so the M3 Pro is more than enough. Thank you for the video and viewpoint.

@alec.js_ 3 месяца назад

Thanks! Sounds like a perfect choice for a professional laptop for photography. Hope you enjoy!

@lmallard3788 5 месяцев назад

Excellent video! I was on the fence between the 16” with m3pro and the 14” w m3 pro. Not after seeing this video. Thanx

@alec.js_ 5 месяцев назад

Glad I could help!

@DNICOLEMUSIC 3 месяца назад

I’m looking to buy a new laptop and this was a great review. Thank you! Any thoughts on the M3Max chip computers?

@alec.js_ 3 месяца назад

They are extraordinary. Most people don't need them. Thanks for watching!

@ChromaSup 6 месяцев назад

Good looking reviewer, those gpu cores have so much potential for gaming in the future, to even compete against top Rtx cards

@alec.js_ 6 месяцев назад

If only they’d get more games with Metal integration. I really just need a gaming experience like 1440 @ 120fps on a laptop in most games and I’m cool as a cucumber. Won’t hear me complain a bit. Ray tracing is nice bonus on these too.

@DerekDavis213 5 месяцев назад

M3 gpu is blown-away by NVidia RTX 4080 or 4090. No contest. And NVidia is cheaper too. Ultra fast + affordable is the NVidia advantage.

@Boowulf 4 месяца назад

Thanks a bunch! I appreciate your opinion - a more realistic approach to what really matters when working with a machine like this (or any other computer basically).

@alec.js_ 4 месяца назад

Glad it was helpful!

@ordazdev Месяц назад

great work! I thoroughly enjoyed the video. I'm purchasing the 14" M3 Pro with 18GB RAM/1TB SSD. Would you say this is a wise choice compared to other M3 Pro options? I will be using the Mac mostly for coding

@alec.js_ Месяц назад

Yes, absolutely. I think all the pros are great. Get the storage you need and you’re off to the races!

@monikay591 25 дней назад

You got yourself a new subscriber! This was the best review I have found. I’ve been doing research for weeks now and came across your video today. Definitely helped me justify what I’m buying. You’re so spot on! Now to decide if I want the 14 or 16 🥴

@alec.js_ 25 дней назад

Decisions, decisions. The 16 is great if you’re stationary fairly often. Most people get by pretty well with the 14. It’s a lot more manageable. I’ve had both. And still that that form factor is the best fit for most. But. I have the 16 for battery and screen size for multitasking. Enjoy! Thanks for the sub!

@monikay591 24 дня назад

@@alec.js_ I work mostly from home. Solar engineering is what I do so lots of documents and data sheets open. I’m worried that it would be too crammed on the 14 in split screen.

@occain8810 5 месяцев назад

Wow great video my man!!

@alec.js_ 5 месяцев назад

Appreciate it!

@nanami73_ 5 месяцев назад

This was a great video. It had all the information I needed as someone who wanted to USE the computer not just analyze its specs. Now the challenge is to choose the right specs. Very tempted to go for full spec. What's your opinion on this give the expectation to use it for a long time.

@KarlynGR 5 месяцев назад

Unfortunately to know which configuration works best for you, you WILL need to analyze a lot of specs.

@alec.js_ 4 месяца назад

Specs can be overwhelming for many. If you’re going full spec, as in the MAX chip, there’s not much compromise there, and plenty of long term potential! Most people don’t need that performance, a universal long term build is something like 36GB of ram and 1tb of storage. Either m3 pro or m3 max. Both will last a while at that config. CPU and Gpu are very adequate and viable long term. Which is why I frequently mention the M1 Pro. Because it’s still viable today for many.

@dfana8999 5 месяцев назад

Nice very bro, honest and genuine. You just gained a sub 👌🏻

@alec.js_ 5 месяцев назад

Thanks for joining the journey! Hope to bring you some valuable content!

@tonnanweke9814 5 месяцев назад

Enjoyable and refreshing review. Good job. Would you recommend going from a M1 macbook pro (13-inch) to a M3 pro Macbook pro? Admittedly I'm far from a power user so I don't have a daily use case to justify the pro model. I just like the design and ports.

@alec.js_ 5 месяцев назад

Yeah. You’d be getting quite a performance jump. The ports are part of what makes it “pro”. That added versatility is invaluable for me. As semi pro. My regular usage is mostly Chrome. Hardly pro, but I get tons of value out of the higher refresh screen, battery life and smooth performance. I’ve think the max chips are there for those who access performance daily. The pro chips are commonly used for general compute tasks. Ultimately, it’s if you want that luxury computing experience and a no compromise form factor for the next few years.

@shitvideoquality4856 6 месяцев назад

Very good video. You did a pretty good job researching and making this video. Like the opinions you made here! You made a really good point here, where as a lot of big RU-vidrs missed the mark here, you don’t do much benchmarks, kind of just like MKBHD. What matters the most is the experience of a laptop and from what I saw from Apple silicon, they all seemed to do an excellent job at it. As someone who uses an Intel Mac the main issue is the hiccups not even mentioning the heat and how inefficient they are. I think most people are gonna be upgrading from Intel Macs anyways so M3 series of chip should be a really big upgrade in terms of the seamless experience. Keep up the great work mate!

@alec.js_ 6 месяцев назад

Dang. Need a Time Machine. I failed to mention how jarring overheating could be for the experience as well, same with fan noise. Kudos to anyone holding off through M1 and M2.

@xxsaaasxx1515 4 месяца назад

im thinking of getting just the same model as you did except I probably want 1tb. Want to get one mainly for studying abroad and maybe get into graphics design on the side. I've thought about it for some time, thinking it might be a bit overkill, but I genuinely think that the longevity of the laptop kinda makes up for the price. And since I'm abroad it's going to replace my stationary PC for at least 6 years and I believe for that reason I shouldn't really save in the wrong place. I would appreciate your thoughts on this; thanks in advance

@alec.js_ 4 месяца назад

I do wish I would have gotten the 1tb! I can make the 512 work, but wish I didn’t have to!

@jseden 5 месяцев назад

Loving my 14” m3pro pro! No doubt, it’s definitely overkill for my general needs but the excess spec really allows me to stretch out more than the 512/8gig m2 air that I had owned previously. The m2 was great and if I’d had the foresight to upgrade the ram instead of the storage, I’d still be using it. Only really upgraded because I found a killer deal on the pro after Xmas. I manage a small business.. both online and brick&mortar and I have found myself handling increasingly more demanding computing tasks as things progress. So the pro might not be as overkill as it feels for that long!

@alec.js_ 5 месяцев назад

Not to mention. There are just computing niceties that come with the upgrade. I love having the pro motion display. It’s the one thing that bothers me every time about my MacBook Air m2. But the m2 air is still a great device I use one for my primary job. And it’s always up for the task. Killer battery for its size too. Working on that laptop daily makes me appreciate the m3 pro MacBook Pro though.

@RonMarinkovich 6 месяцев назад

What are your CPU temps during idle, light use, and workloads?

@alec.js_ 6 месяцев назад

Imperceptible anecdotally. I don’t feel heat coming from this laptop. But I will need to install an app to track that. You got any recommendations?

@RonMarinkovich 6 месяцев назад

@@alec.js_ I see a lot of people using iStat and TG Pro. Free options are fanny or a terminal command.

@TheRonellCross 5 месяцев назад

Damn, this is legit one of the realest tech review videos ever. haha! Great job, bruh!

@alec.js_ 5 месяцев назад

Thanks, comments like this keep me going!

@donpeters2012 5 месяцев назад

Good luck on your channel

@alec.js_ 5 месяцев назад

I appreciate that. I think I’ll need it!

@brianbriones41 6 месяцев назад

Brother im with you. I recently was fooling around with windows laptops for a while after going on a break with mac products. Windows had come a long way from 15 years ago with dealing with viruses etc. but i got a macbook pro m3 pro 14. And im reminded of how nice these laptops are. I will say i wish that MacBook screens could go into the OLED category because ive looked at them side by side. And oled FTW great vid dude thanks again

@alec.js_ 6 месяцев назад

Big time agree. OLED would be sick. I’d say that’s in the cards as a stair step update for them. I’m sure you noticed, but I use an OLED display for my desk. I’ve said for about a decade now. OLED is the way. Strikes a better price to performance in 2023 like never before.

@brianbriones41 6 месяцев назад

@@alec.js_ lol you mean what you say in your videos… you so read and respond to all of them. I rely heavily on these reviews for my buying decisions. Thank you. And merry Christmas brotha!! God bless. You got my vote!

@user-on8rp1hz5k 6 месяцев назад

What's the model of the monitor you're using?

@alec.js_ 6 месяцев назад

LG OLED C2. It’s a tv, but I have done a few things to make it a monitor. I use it because i needed multiple displays. But, since I’m in a tiny house, I couldn’t have a large desk. Enter the 42 inch C2 which has tons of real estate.

@flashscanhd 3 месяца назад

nice video, good impression to get from you, thanks I agree, you really do not need a MAX version 90% of everyone´s daily work. We are in the post production business and never missed a max version

@alec.js_ 3 месяца назад

Thanks for watching!

@mkennedy150 3 месяца назад

2015 MBP 13" running sonoma through opencore and it's still going.

@tevindowney 5 месяцев назад

what do you think about the finish? space black the way to go? getting this laptop this week (14" size) and am between gray and black...

@alec.js_ 5 месяцев назад

It’s more unique. Currently there’s only one way to have this color and that’s by having a newest version of the MacBook, giving it a bit more prowess. In contrast to the older color waves. So it sets it apart. Also, it’s got a type of fingerprint resistant chemistry that is unique to this version. Though it will still show fingerprints. It’s honestly still just a really dark gray. I really like it.

@DaveDFX 4 месяца назад

I got a black and grey. Go with the black cuz it looks really good. Just wipe it with a microfiber once in a while cuz it shows prints but it's not as bad as the Airs.

@Can-uy1bb Месяц назад

one of the most realistic and interesting take on how to measure "usefulness" of tech products

@alec.js_ Месяц назад

Appreciate that!

@ninjabic 5 месяцев назад

Do you edit on an external ssd then since your HD is only 512gb? I bought the m3 with 1 terabyte and edited my 1st video yesterday on final cut pro. The project ballooned to 970 gigs?! Shoulda been like 5 gigs max lol. I've never used an apple before so I dunno if it's something I did with the project settings but it was nuts. Wouldn't even let me export since I had no room and it was literally the 1st project I did on the computer lol. Was really nice scrubbing through the timeline with absolutely zero buffer tho. I was using an old Dell xps 15 with Intel chip from 2017.

@alec.js_ 5 месяцев назад

Watch a few videos on how to manage videos in FCPX. I had the same issue. Sounds like you are creating a new library and your cache might have gotten out of hand. I do. I have a temporary drive installed on my dock that I’ll copy the files to for back up. But I record on the iPhone 15 pro max straight to ssd. Edit on the drive. File Mgmt on the Mac still gets me from time to time as a native 20 year windows user.

@kyrenwashere2894 5 месяцев назад

Never thought I would use a MacBook, but everything you said is spot on and as a new Mac user, I’m glad I decided to buy the M3 pro

@alec.js_ 5 месяцев назад

I use to be all android/windows and Linux user. When apple was charging an arm and a leg for the same as, what was essentially, windows hardware (intel based Macs), I was not a fan at all. Felt overpriced. Everything changed when apple came out with their chips. The value proposition drastically increased.

@kiosh 4 месяца назад

awesome video, new suscriptor here!

@alec.js_ 4 месяца назад

Thanks for joining in on the journey! And thanks for watching!

@davidpsathas2370 5 месяцев назад

I went from a 2018 , Intel air to a 2001 Mac book pro 14' and could't be happier. One main reason for jumping to the pro was simply the sceen. Eventually I got a Mac Studio Display and find the combo very nice.-d-

@alec.js_ 5 месяцев назад

The m chips are all crazy. 👀 Mac Studio display sounds nice👀

@user-mf8wn6rb7z 4 месяца назад

Hi there! I'm looking to purchase my first Apple MacBook, and I'm interested in learning video editing using software like Final Cut Pro, Adobe Premiere Pro, and Adobe After Effects. Additionally, I want to dive into photo editing with Lightroom and Photoshop and then start my youtube channel. I'm aiming for a laptop that will last me at least 3-4 years. Currently, I'm using a Windows laptop for simple tasks like Word, Excel, and web browsing. Any recommendations or advice on which MacBook model would suit my needs best?

@alec.js_ 4 месяца назад

Don’t worry too much. All the pro chips will work great. If you want to save a bit, you can go for a refurbished m2 pro. I’d make sure to get at least 16gb of memory, and I think for most 1tb drive is nice. So M1 Pro, m2 pro or m3 pro. 16gb of memory and up. My channel runs off of an m3 pro with 36 gb of ram. My config would work great for you, as after effects and fcpx can use memory as you add layers and effects.

@DavidMLittlefield 5 месяцев назад

Exactly the review of the 16 M3 Pro I was looking for. Every other reviewer focused too much on the specs, not on actual performance. Most other reviews are 14” version or the M3 Max.

@alec.js_ 5 месяцев назад

Idk why. The max is cool. But the average joe doesn’t want to shell out 4k+. And most people can at least stomach 2k. The midrange laptops are the ones people want to know about. Case and point. It’s the one that I bought and that everyone who is liking this video is clearly interested in purchasing. Thanks for watching!

@blulach 5 месяцев назад

I'm struggling with choosing a new laptop from my MBP 13" M1 8GB. I do use Lightroom most of the time while travelling and looking for the 14" but can't decide between the M3 Pro 12Core 36GB 1 TB or the M3 Max 14Core 36GB 1 TB. Sometimes it feels like a better choice to take the M2 Max because of the higher memory bandwidth. Some of the youtubers out there mentioned that the m3 pro i in fact not better than the older m2 which points me to the base m3 max. Some others think that the M3 max has some thermal throttling and fan noise issues in the 14" Macbook, I ruled out the m3 max 16 core because it feels like too expensive for the small performance boost. the M3 Max seems like a good choice for all future AI tasks in LR or probably PS, but still I'm unsure. Do you have any recommendations?

@alec.js_ 5 месяцев назад

If you wanted the most performance at the best price. Remember that all of the M chips are great. But the M2 Pro is a really good sweet spot for a many. My review prioritizes “thinking about what you use most”. Do you NEED performance EVERY time you use the machine? Is so, max chip. If not, think more about using the Pro chip. If you can set AI Computation to occur locally, M3’s are the ones max being great. Also, synthetic sustained loads are the primary issue in the 14 inch form, your daily use probably won’t be throttled to much. For AI, the M3’s fair better. Both the pro’s and the Max. If you didn’t want to question your choice the m3 max would do it. At a cost. But CPU Monkey Reports that M3 PRO chips outperform M2 Max in AI and ML tasks. It even beats out the RTX 4090 per some publications. Don’t bother yourself with the memory bandwidth. And think about truly perceptible differences. The “no compromise” segment is never cheap. But: Budget-ish no compromises = m2 pro AI/ML no compromises = m3 pro No compromises = m3 max.

@TheMetalMag 6 месяцев назад

As a desktop guy with apple since 95, never like laptops few pros need them

@alec.js_ 6 месяцев назад

I’ve always had a desktop as well. Probably always will. Kind of a timeless form factor. For decades laptops as “desktop replacements” were a preposterous concept to me. This laptop is close enough to replace mine, while not being an absolute chonker of a unit the older “desktop replacement” laptops would be! Didn’t think I’d see the day! Thanks for stopping by!

@callending 4 месяца назад

I've been a Windows guy forever (starting with Win 95 anyway). Just ordered a 14" Lenovo Slim 5, but won't have it for up to 1.5 months. I've been on the fence about purchasing a Macbook Pro for almost a year. I have a 10" iPad I use a lot and love, and once had a 1st-gen, 24" iMac for photo editing and music ripping until the drive died in '22. I'm not a "creator" / vlogger / developer or anything of the sort. I enjoy photography and do photo editing and have been using a Legion 5i laptop to rip a massive library of CDs to FLAC using Exact Audio Copy, stream media, do office work and software-dictate papers and emails. The "issue" I've had with Windows is the almost imminent need to have at least 32gb RAM, a discrete GPU, and a fast SSD, because it seems INEVITABLE that at some point, either MS or third-party software "updates" begin to bog down a Windows PC. It's almost "by design" to obsolete everything that comes out within a year or two by hamstringing the system with glitchy updates and it's driving me nuts. What I want more than anything - and the primary reason I've been looking at Apple for so long now - is longer-term, "it just works" reliability coupled with flexibility of use. My three primary dilemmas are whether to save $$$ by investing in a refurbished M1P or M2P version, the pros/cons of 14" vs 16" for mostly home-based use and 62-year-old eyes, and software alternatives available to the Mac I'm used to with Windows. The 14" or 16" M3 Pro / 18gb memory / 1tb SSD are really appealing but obviously a next-level price bracket compared to refurb'd M2/M1 or Windows. All that said...THIS video is arguably the most sensible, most insightful help I've seen online to-date. You're making the same argument ("a tool that just gets out of your way") many photographers do. A camera that allows the shooter to focus on the subject, rather than obsessing over a myriad of camera settings and missing the moment. Your video helps laptop buyer/owners realign with what matters most, which is ironically the opposite of what many of us do - OCD'ing on specs and what-if scenarios. When I considered many of your points about the primary elements of actual laptop use - screen, keyboard, trackpad, ports as the MEANS rather then the END, it takes the mental gymnastics out of the buying process and distills it into something more tangible. So for that - thanks for this video!

@HungNgo-ph6ec 4 дня назад

Hey @Alec, I'm new to Macs (still actually don't use or have one) and am needing to get one for my kid whose headed off to university in the fall to study CS (computer science). I am curious if you think an M3 Mac Book Air (upgraded with 16 GB Unified RAM and increased SSD) is sufficient? If not, would the M3 Mac Book Pro (with similar upgrades) be something you'd suggest? And/or if what you'd suggest is an M3 Pro Mac Book Pro (with similar specs). Since I'm not techy enough and am not familiar with the Mac realm, any opinion is appreciated. The lineup I asked about is from lowest to highest price, so that's why I ordered them that way and excluded the M3 Max. Appreciate any thoughts.

@lxhon 6 месяцев назад

I'm going to be linking to your video the next time people ask me why the hell I'm spending so much money on Apple MBP for myself and my employees. Just bought another two yesterday. My employees are just so much more efficient with pretty much everything. The resale value is also great. Just actually really a cheap piece of hardware to own.

@alec.js_ 5 месяцев назад

We are all on M2s at my work. Great deal, build and battery. Professional appearance. We are a creative agency, so they make sense. Your employees are talented, you want to maximize that. Don’t put an obstacle like a terrible machine in their way. That’s the exact opposite objective of a productive workplace. With you 100%. We had to make this case for our budget requests as well.

@tracystamatakis 5 месяцев назад

Thank you for this review, I have watched several reviews of the M3 16 inch and everything was pointing to replace the M3 with an M2 Max, mainly because of memory bandwidth. If I had my choice I would have gotten the M3 max 16. But I invested in hard drive space instead. My M3 is 36 gigs ram/2 terabyte hard drive.

@alec.js_ 5 месяцев назад

36/2tb makes sense. I was close to the same. Then I thought about my workflow and how record to an external drive anyways. And that’s where most of my storage would be consumed. There are countless other metrics that make the m3 better too. Everyone is caught up on the memory bandwidth, I get it, but it doesn’t mean anyone should feel this device isn’t adequate. It’s like 10 steps above adequate. Most of the m3 lineup isn’t being leveraged via gaming. But Apple isn’t going to drop gaming after one year. They will continue to make strong GPUs and encourage development. I think the machines will age better than the bandwidth naysayers think. For the average user. I would recommend your config. That way they get a good chunk of storage and memory, things you will use every time. This is in contrast to insane performance that might rarely be used in the max. Don’t know your workflow though.

@tracystamatakis 5 месяцев назад

@@alec.js_ my workflow requires me to have at least 4 windows open at a time. I was also after the M3 max because those machines support 4 monitors. My machine only supports 2 monitors. To solve my problem I was going to get larger monitors.

@markjg76 5 месяцев назад

I have an old 15” mid 2014 i7 2.8hz macbook pro with retina display and it’s time for an upgrade. it has 16gb of ram and 1tb of storage so I’m looking at getting a 14” m3 macbook pro with the pro chip, 18gb ram/unified memory and 1tb of storage to replace it. I do still photography and graphics design and use adobe photoshop and lightroom for editing Raw files. Im wondering if I could get away with the 11 core cpu model or should I just go with the 12 cpu core model because this will be my main computer hopefully for a good long period of time.

@alec.js_ 4 месяца назад

Yes the base CPU config will work fine!