@@basuta-dshrara It is a really tough decision. I don’t travel so using it on a plane is not an issue for me. I do need to see if it fits in my backpack because I take my laptop everywhere.
@@basuta-dshrara Same lol. I went from the 15" air to the 13" pro and the first week I was like wow this is kind of tiny and now I'm like how in the world was I lugging that thing around. It wasn't even that heavy it just seems so much bigger than I remember.
@@johnobenland2789 I had the same experience. When I saw them together in person i felt the 16 inch was the way to go. No contest. That will be my portable desktop.
@@johnobenland2789 definitely I would still get the 14” but the the 16” looks nice and big without being to big and blocky and the screen …. Can’t be beat
I have the Intel i9 MacBook Pro 16" currently. I really do love the big screen, but the weight has always been a downside for me. It's just so big to whip out in class or wherever I go to video edit. After I heard that the new M1 Max 16" is EVEN HEAVIER, it was a dealbreaker for me. I purchased the M1 Max 14" for portability. If I want a giant screen to watch something, I'll just use my TV or desktop. I sure will still miss the big screen on a laptop, but hey, can't win 'em all in life. Gotta pick your sacrifice. Plus I'm pretty sure if all I am surrounded by is my 14", my eyes will forget what a 16" looks like. As long as my workflow in FCP is better, that's all I care about.
@@GregsGadgets There was a time when a laptop was the center of my life so when I had the 16" Pro, I hated how big it was because it didn't offer me enough for being so large. However, thanks to me being a faithful sheep, these days, I have iPad Pro, Mac mini, my iPhone, etc. I'm starting to realize that for the times when I need a laptop, I do need it to be special because it's no longer that 8 hours a day device for me, and the 13" Air is great but I don't use it as much as I would if it could do things that my Mac mini connected to a monitor can't do. I feel like your video is really hammering home for me that point and yeah, it's a $200 difference at the end of the day, and it makes sense.
Looks like you need 4k external display to pair up with. I am a programmer too & struggling to chose 16 vs 14 max. I do have 16" intel but I find it extra as I always use external display for coding...& laptop for browsing/stackoverflow 🙂
I don't know why anyone would use the attached screen, keyboard, and trackpad of any laptop for software development. Use a dock and get a full-sized keyboard, multiple large displays and a mouse. Productivity +10% right there.
The 16” had never appealed to me until now. With the way the world is right now, the bigger screen seems to be such a nice thing to have instead of portability.
I went to the apple store today and checked them out. I originally had my mind set on the 14 in but after looking looking at them a while. There is something about the screen size and viewing experience on the 16 inch. The “UI” looks better scaled and easier on the eyes. The notch was much less noticeable on it too
Spoiler: the only thing the 14 inch does better is the form factor which affects the weight. For every other measurable factor the 16 is better or on par
I've been testing both new sizes and the heft on the 16" is just too much for comfortable day to day use unless you are just using/leaving it in one place most of the time. Even carrying it around at home/couch surfing etc. the bulk in the 16 inch is significantly more noticeable than even my 2016 Intel TB 15"MBP. Personally the 16" should be the choice if you primarily plan to use this as a desktop replacement and won't be carrying it around a lot. Otherwise hands down the 14" is a more versatile machine.
Agree. Have the 14 and finally played with the 16 in store since I had a few more days to decide if I wanted to return mine or not. 16 is just way too big imo.
Facts. The only reason I went with the 14 is because backpack portability. I would love that display though as an Rnb artist. Unless I'm mobile I have a second display so it works out when the 14 inch is just for a mixer
I like the form factor of the 14” much better. Just got my 14” Max 24gb GPU 32gb Ram with 1T SSD yesterday, I’ll be unboxing after work. This is also my first Mac since they updated everything that I would normally use.
Sick its the exact one i am looking to buy in order to get the extra gain of transfer,,,, thing is i do not do video editing i Will use ableton to make music. Do you know if that Will actually do anything or should i save the Cash and Just get the 10core 14gpu instead. Is it worth that extra money to bump to the m1 max 24? I dunno know i am still sitting it out. I found a crazy deal on a m1 13 inch 16gb and 2 tb guy want to sell to buy the New one, he is asking 1700 canadian dollars for a 3k 1 year old laptop.
Great comparison, Greg! I couldn’t agree more, I ordered the 14” because that was the only model available at the time, but ended up getting lucky and found a 16” in stock at an Apple Store near me😀 Single I had to wait for the 14” to be delivered from Best Buy, I actually got my hands on the 16” first. For me, it will sit at my desk most of the time, if I move it anywhere it will only be around my house so the extra weight isn’t a big deal. My work computer is a 14” Lenovo Thinkpad, and I’ve always found it a bit small to work on.
I just got the 16” pro because the store I went to didn’t have a 14” but I LOVE the screen size. I live in a small apartment so I don’t have space for another desk, (I have a lot of art stuff) to connect a larger screen. I’ve been carrying it around and it’s not as bad as I thought it would be. No regrets.
I looked at both the 14 & 16 inch models and the 16 inch with its extra power and larger screen were perfect for me. And the 16 inch also is very light and portable for me. I've been brining it around to different places to work at and the size and weight has never been noticeable. Then again, I am pretty active in the gym so all the versions of the laptop are pretty light to me. I am loving everything about it so far and highly recommend it if weight doesn't concern you and can afford it. Overall, all of these models are a win for all of us with how powerful they are while giving us a selection of what size works best for the individual.
@@HeyDaniiel Yea, I’ve lifted both and they are both light and portable. Just one is a little lighter than the other. Hope that helps man! If you get one, you’re going to love it!
I went with the 16" (64Gb, M1 Max, 2Tb SSD) because I don't plan to upgrade again for another decade, and this should last me at least that. It replaces a Mac Mini Late 2012 which has been a workhorse all this time, and will continue on as a server.
14 inch is near perfect, at home its plugged in to a 27” 4K HDR LG IPS display. On the road it’s light, screen is amazing and has all the power you need.
arent you disgusted to use the monitor when home,after having tasted mini led with pro motion? whats your monitor btw ? might sound dumb but im tempeted to sell/return my monitor and get a 16 inch without any external display,instead of the 14+monitor route i have taken...help lol
@@arm8636 Love the MiniLED screen but I needed something larger for my day job since I work from home. I have the LG 27UK500-B and its a nice, affordable 4K-60 display that works well for photo-editing and office work.
@@ZayasRaymond1 that's why I'm wondering,isnt 27" with 70cm viewing distance the same as 16" with shorter distance ? Oh ok cool,you said 4k HDR so I thought it was some very expensive panel.i have the LG ul650,and before I had the ul550 ! (Before it broke that is lol) Aren't you spoiled by the display? How does it feel getting back to the ips low contrast,low brightness...and 60hz with ghosting ?
Another thing to note is that AppleCare+ is US$120 more expensive for the 16" than for the 14" (three years of coverage). So if you plan on getting either of them with the AppleCare+, the price difference would be US$320.
I bought the 14 over a month ago and have come to realise that I’d much rather own the 16. It’s too late for a return. The 14 is nice and compact but I can’t work comfortably on it. I use apps like Ableton Live. You can make the text smaller to give you more space to use but that in turn makes the text more difficult to read.
16 inches is superior in every way except the weight IMO. Some people say it’s too big, actually the size is not that bigger than 14. But combining size and weight, it’s a bit challenging to hold with one hand.
I think it’s still a good idea to get the base model mbp14. Hard to turn down being $500 cheaper than mbp16 base model. That’s almost a free 2TB upgrade. If you don’t need the marginal performance upgrade (extra CPU and GPU cores) between the base model 14 and 16, I think it’s a good buy without sacrificing too much battery life
Watch Tomthetechchap new video. There is a significant battery difference with the 14 M1 pro(against last year's 13 and M1 pro 16). Gets just as hot as the 16 M1 max when pushed. If battery matters, the 16 is the way to go.
@@Yunghamz m1pro16 has 100wh battery. M1pro14 has 70wh battery. Clearly there’s a difference 😬 let’s not pretend $500 is insignificant I’m not saying there’s no compromise but it’s 3.5lbs vs 4.7lbs. As for m1 13, if you don’t care about xdr or the ports, agreed, it would make no sense to get the mpb14. But we all know that the main motivation going for mbp14 vs mbp13 is the XDR display. Let’s not kid ourselves
@@RunForPeace-hk1cu From the test done in the video i recommended, where one of the test was a simple one with extended use of browsing, netflix etc and there was almost a 20% battery difference with the 14 pro and the rest(m1 13, m1 pro 16 and m1 max 16) and it got as hot as the 16 m1 max after like 4 hours. Apple products are expensive as is so this is the wrong crowd to be persuading by using price differentials. But anyways, i'm viewing this from my perspective i have to say. I'm coming from a 9 year old windows laptop, 15.6 inch and 2.3 kg. I would go for the 14 if the battery on the m1 pro wasn't so bad and you're right, if the 14 had the internals of the 13 m1 but with the screen and ports, 14 would be the best one for me. But the 500 extra is justified by the larger screen, better battery, cool to touch and therefore quieter fans. I don't travel with a laptop so the 'portability' of the 14 would have been useful around the house but again, the battery runs out quicker.
I just wish the base model came with 1tb. 512 is not enough these days for laptops imo. I’m probably gonna run my virtual machine off of an external ssd or something
Nah, a larger screen is fantastic. Just get a samsung portable SSD for cheap storage. $500 is a small price to pay for a larger screen, 4 additional battery hours and better CPU
I just bought the 16 inch after your video. Thank you!!!!! I think as a photographer and videographer the bigger screen will be beneficial to have! 🥰 so excited!
Fair call if you drive a car around I guess. I am about to buy a $15,000 motorbike and everything I need has to go in a backpack. I grabbed the 14". I would love the screen and sound on the 16" but if travelling public transport or anything other than a car, not so practical. The sound is great on the 14" though and anyone I have opened it up to has been jaw droppingly amazed that a laptop that small could be so clear. Also the cost does play a part when you consider the MacBook Air upgraded to 16GB RAM and 512GB storage. Even without needing the full processor you get better screen, better sound and ports that any home user can use in a body you can fit in the same dimension bag. The base 14" is a benchmark rather than an affordable downgrade I think. However, I guess we will see the video on why you should buy the 14" MacBook and see what you think.
I have a 16” i7 2019 MacBook Pro. I’m going to 14”. I love the speakers and screen on my 16”, but just being honest with myself, big laptops just aren’t my thing. I felt weird taking it anywhere outside of my home.
I also felt the 16" offers a lot for $200 difference. But then I went to see and feel both MacBooks Pro in the flesh. Dang the 16 just feels soooo big and heavy. Reminds me of my 2007 15-inch MBP. I can see how the 16 will win a lot of buyers, but I am thinking the 14 offers a better compromise if you need portability, unless you have real need of the extra quiet, battery, or screen of the 16..
I held both in my hands and they felt the same weight. I thought the 16” was the 14” in the store and I asked where the 16” was. He said this is the 16”. Was light and small to me.
If you are moving around a lot and working in different places then the 14" would be the better option unless you do music production. If you are mostly always working in the same place and only need occasional portability then the 16" may be better if you can live with the fact that it is bigger and heavier than the average laptop. I think with the right carrying solution for the laptop and its psu/peripherals the 16" could become more feasible for portability too. It will be interesting to see what third party companies can make for it.
Same. 16"feels like the BEAST. However I wouldnt mind to have a 14" for travelling (smaller, lighter). i always owned 15" mbp (2011; 2015) and not sure what do to now. I might just bite into the sour apple and try out my first 14" in my life. i hope i can ednure: less Battery life; thermal design and lower gpu for those 3-5 years im owning it. it would be a nice experience maybe.
@@kontikonsumi2028 I was debating as well. Truth is I travel maybe 2 or 3 times a year by plane. Which is the only time I would want the smaller size. Truth is I usually wouldn't work on the plane any way and my iPad pro m1 11 inch would suit my needs of it was basic work or video watching. At home I don't have a big monitor setup. I do have a very old iMac 21.5 which would be fine for spreadsheet word processing etc. So short of replacing that which really never is used, the 16 inch will be my main machine and screen. I suppose if I had a fancy desk top maybe the more portable device would out weigh the sacrifices in batter y sound screen and performance.
For me the 16 inch are for people that sits at a desk with it. I had the 16 inch last year and kept it for 10 months and sold it. It was just to big and heavy. I previously had the 13 inch and thats the sweet spot. I purchased the 14 inch 64gb of ram, 32 gpu cores and 2 tb ssd and I love it. I like the portability of it and its perfect for me. I mainly use it mobile and if I use it at home Im on my sofa with it on my lap. When I had the 16 inch and I used it on my lap I hated it, its just too damn big and heavy. So I totally disagree with the heading on this RUclips video that says why you should buy the 16 inch MacBook Pro. I dont care the the cost is close, thats not the point. Its the feel and how I use it. So I dont care about the benefits that he states, if I dont like the way it feels and carrying it around why get it. And hes says it, its a perfect workstation, yeah if you dont move it around the yeah its perfect for you. But the 14 inch is the sweet spot with basically the same performance.
The 14” is a tiny bit too small but the 16” was just too big. I could barely cram it in my backpack and I take my laptop with me every single day. I wish they had a 15” lol.
Hmmmm, all depends on what you consider as benefit and your priorities. Had both, tested both and finally kept 14”. Display, speakers, battery etc is great on the 16” but… is too big and heavy. For a desktop computer is great, but portability and confort while using in your lap, couch, coffe table , carrying and a long etc made me decide to go for 14” display still great for watching movies, sound still great enough, powerful, battery is still also good enough, and is light and confortable to use as a laptop, not a desktop computer.
I'd love to go for a 16" but I use my laptop mostly on trains and planes in Europe, and even the 13" MBP is a tight fit in the space available. On some planes I don't think you'd even get the 16" screen open if sitting in coach. Just have to fly business to justify getting the 16" 🤣
I’m going for the M1 pro 16 inch, however , I’m stuck for whatever I should get 16gb or 32gb, most of what I use it for is large excel files , is 16gb enough?
Totally agree, Greg! I picked up the 16” version a day ago. What a beast in every sense of the word. The size and weight can be a bit of a challenge when using it on my lap, but it never gets hot, just warm at the most. Sitting at a table or desk with it makes it just as good to use as any desktop, plus you can always hook up an external monitor when you absolutely need to. Best of all worlds, IMHO.
How tall are you? I just got the 14" and I have the opposite problem. I'm 6'2" with big hands. This laptop doesn't fill my laptop enough, makes me feel like a giant.
Yup get the 14 pro put the money on a MacBook 14 pro 16ram 10gpu 1T why put your money towards 2 inches of screen when you can put it on a MacBook Pro 16ram 10gpu 1T and that one is fast I had it getting it again sent the 512 paxking in less than 8 hours
@@lawtondevil because it's not just a bigger screen it's a bigger battery, better cooling system, better speakers, and a higher resolution screen. It's well worth the extra $200, and then some.
Yep, the 16" is the real McCoy - the 14" is the 16 Mini. The only reason I might consider the 14" is if I did a lot of working while I'm flying - but I _hate_ flying and really don't have to do it at all now that I'm retired. I stopped buying MacBooks when Apple discontinued the 17" boat anchors, and switched to iMac 5Ks for the better performance and greater screen real estate, and didn't buy a MacBook again until 2019 when the 16" came out - so I'm obvious biased towards larger screen laptops.
I carried around the 17" mbp from ~10 years ago and it became a real schlep. GREAT for desktop replacement but personally I don't get replacing a desktop with a laptop. Laptops are for mobile computing.
Choice is good! I love my new 14" MacBook M1 Pro. When I care about sound, I attach my Kef M500 cans or my Sennheisers.....both wired. Both new Macs are great options.
I'm currently considering buying a 16 inch just for the screen. My intel 13 inch is way too small when it comes to photo editing. I have worries about it's portability, but I just think it would be a waste to get such a nice display at the size of 14 instead 16 inch. If I'm really in need of the portability for some reason, my iPad that has been eating dust for quite a while should do the job.
16 inch silver M1 Max chip. 1 TB SSD 32 gigs of ram. If you’re stuck whether or not you should get 14 or 16, get the 16 if you can afford it. Especially if you’re just using it as a desktop. For portability, I’ll throw it in my backpack and it’s perfect. When people complain about the weight they are weaklings and don’t deserve a 16 inch. It’s really not heavy at all. Get the silver as everyone has space gray. Stand out a little
Got the 16 it replaces my old 15 rmbp 2012 which I think was the inspiration for this model as the dimensions are near identical and the keyboard and ports are a return to what it had that was stripped away in the 2016 to 2019 designs. Fits in my knapsack laptop slot. Yes it weighs more but don't need to carry out long distances and the great battery life means don't need to carry extra dongles and charger if need to go out with it. Unlike others I don't have a docking station with bigger monitor setup so this will be my desktop/laptop device hence the bigger screen. If it was going to be docked to a monitor all day, then the 14 would make sense as the screen, speaker and battery benefits would not exist. But to me the display is main selling point of this device and the soon to be released new air model would likely be a better but and nearly as powerful as the 14 but with better battery and no fans. So would rather get that and dock it and have a great travel device. If it is docked the extra ports are irrelevant. The great screen is irrelevant and all your are buying is a better cpu. Might as well just get a new mini much less when released
My 14" just came in. I took it out of the box and I am returning it tomorrow. It is wayyyy to small for me. If you are doing music or video I would agree, the 16" is the way to go. With that being said, is the base model with 512 hard drive, is that enough? I have a 1tb external but I just want to make sure that I am not hurting myself down the road. It will be for recording music and bands. As well as photography and video editing. Any suggestions?
I had a Intel 16 inch and it was too tall for me and the new one is even heavier. The Base 14 inch has the perfect price performance ratio and in real life you don't really see a huge difference between the 8 or 10 core. Okay, except that the fans don't spin up as fast on the 8 Core.
The fans barely move ever on my M1 Max 14". 10 minutes of Cinebench and it took until the last minute of the test before they spun up to about 1/10th as loud as my 16" intel MBP does within 10 seconds of the test starting.
I went with the 14 inch. This is my first mac ever, since they rolled back so many poor design decisions I finnally had a good reason to try one out. I'm a developer and I already notice how much of a beast it is at building my code. Went with 14 because I love coding at coffee shops and I'm not going to be carrying around what I feel is like an unwieldy 16 inch.
@@Moody_Incorporated I recently got the 14 inchs and yea I would say its average, 11 hours, I do full stack web development so I have Angular, NestJs, Firebase emulators and an Openvidu docker server running. Battery doesn't really 'worry me' but I'm not really blown away by it either, however considering the performance I get from it, very happy.
@@StephenMoreira Sounds good so I got the 14 core gpu as well hoping that reduces juice. I wondered what you'd rate the laptop at as just for something like word documents and the internet.
Why you shouldn't get the 16" Macbook Pro - because it's bigger and heavier and you'll get tired carrying it around after a while. That's why I never get a laptop larger than a 15" (any more). Tried 16" and 17" laptops, they're just too big and heavy.
Hey Greg maybe you can answer my Question. What would you recommend between the Air and Pro for a Songwriter/Producer and Screenwriter who trades Forex and Crypto ?
I like small form factors. All my travel backpacks are just big enough for a 14 inch laptop. A 16 inch would protrude right at the edge of my bag. Would love to have the power of the 16 inch in the 14 inch but alas that's not how things work. Not a big deal, the 14 inch is still a powerhouse for its size so I'm not too worried about all that extra stuff. That being said, when I'm home the MacBook is connected to a 27 inch 4K display so also not a big deal needing a bigger screen.
The 14” by all accounts very closely matches the performance of the 16” with the same CPU/GPU configuration at the cost of increased temperatures and lower battery life; but the performance is right up there, for the first time in Apple laptop history
I'm having a super hard time deciding too! If you look through the forums I don't think I've ever seen so many people go back and forth. 13.3" was just a bit too small in the past but 14 gets close. I'm leaning towards 16 right now but ughhhh I don't know.
What have you decided so far? I went for the 16in from a M1 MBP. I have never owned a laptop this big before but honestly I am glad I went for the 16 in. I edit a lot of videos so the added real estate is really valuable. Surprisingly, I don't find it too big nor too heavy. Excited for you.
@@PiaJustynn I have a 16" being shipped to me. Going to try it out for a week or so and see how it feels in my lap / around the house. I know for sure it would be annoying for travel. Currently leaning more towards 14", but the 16" screen is beautiful. (I don't find the 14" screen that impressive compared to the old 13" one just because it's fairly small so not as noticeable)
@@arm8636 16". I decided that at this price point, I wouldn't want to use the laptop as a travel laptop anyway. Since it became a "house laptop" 16" just made sense for the most value. If I start traveling more I'll either pickup a baseline cheap macbook air m2/m3 in the future or ipad air + keyboard I think. Also for the money the 14" just didn't feel that special to me compared to a 13" air - they were just too similar. I definitely overbought though. If I bought again I think i'd get 1tb/16gb/pro instead of 1tb/32gb/24core max.
I am still confused about choose between new 14inch and 16 one. I like the portability and size of 14inch Mabook but I am worried about fans and throttling. Should I go with 16 then? I am targeting for 32GB/2TB. I will be using this for software development and some music production. Can You give me some advise? Thanks! :)
The middle option never gets mentioned much as everyone always talks base or max but I think for the 24" iMac and the 16" Pro the middle option is the best one to take. For the 14" they don't have a middle option but it would be the same as the base option with 1TB upgrade. The 1TB drives are not only worth it for the extra storage but also the extra speed it has over the 512GB SSD.
I wanted the 14 inch with the 10 core M1 Pro, but I would have needed to wait until December for delivery. I was able to pick up the base 16 inch (which has the 10 core M1 Pro) same day. I got the 16 inch. Thing's a beast
went from a 2019 16 inch to the 14inch and the 14 is so much better. Lol. I understand the love of the 16 trust me... I miss the screen. Butttt... mine is usually plugged into 2 monitors anyway.. and to travel with the 14 is soooo much nicer. I think the 14 is the best you can get.. as long as you have those extra monitors for long length use IMO.
@@YouProductions1000 yeah I guess but to me plugging in really isn’t like a huge deal breaker. Can still get half a day worth of work done before I have to
It really depends on your use case. To me, the portability is a big deal. When I am editing, 16" screens are too small, so I would have either computer closed, on a vertical stand, and using custom monitors anyway and speakers. If editing, I am essentially using it as a desktop. So if I am not at home, I want portability. Not everyone is the same, but that's the point.
in the past i have had both smaller and bigger screen laptops but personally i prefer a smaller screen in a laptop, if i need a bigger screen then i can plug one in or have a dedicated desk setup.
@@cristiabc1310 Apple gives you the ability to use a feature called Sidecar. This allows you to use your iPad has a second display. I have the 12.9 M1 iPad Pro with Mini LED… Pretty much the same screen as the 14in MacBook. So if I really need more screen real-estate, I’ll just bring my iPad along.
Yes this is exactly what I’m doing. 12.9” 3rd Gen IPad Pro for $600 and base 14” for $2000. I can also just drag my full fledge photoshop from my Mac to my iPad and still use my pencil.
Is the Pro 10 core with 16 core GPU a 'binned chip' from the Pro Max 16 core CPU 32 core GPU? Or is it only the 8 core CPU that is a binned chip? Personally, I barely ever move my laptop and watch a lot of TV and movies on it so I might as well get the 16 inch.
Was my thinking. Outside of traveling to the family cottage every now and then and maybe 2 plane trips a year, 90 percent of my use ID at home where the added weight or bulk is not so important. Would want the bigger screen at the cottage as it also serves as primary media consumption device. The screen and speakers make this a mobile home theater! Newly rivals my OLED TV and with such close viewing angles feels even more immersive.
While I haven't actually seen the 16" in person I do have the 14" and watched way too many videos of it before I hand and can say that looking at these computers on RUclips videos make them look a look thicker and and just bigger overall than they actually are. At least in the case of the 14". I can't imagine the 16" feels that big it's probably just because we're used to using smartphones for so much these days?
Great insights. I'm still somewhat on the fence. I like portability but that screen is hard to pass up on the 16". Is it possible to use the 16", say for example, sitting in bed with it on your lap? Is it truly a "laptop" machine?
Depends on where you're coming from. I have a 9 year old laptop, 15.6 inch and weighs 2.3 KG and I sit on bed with it on my lap (the only thing which deters me is the heat it generates which won't be a problem with M1). If you're coming from a smaller device then it would feel different to you I guess. IMO the 14 is not the portable option when it performs worse on battery compared to the 13 m1 and 16m1 pro just based on normal browsing(tomthetechchap recent video ran these tests). Would love the 13 m1 with the screen quality and ports personally but looks like I'm going for the 16.
I just got the 16 inch and loove it!..i prefer it over my old 13 inch on my lap because it has more balance and stays in place i think because it weighs more ..The 13 inch would slide more using it on my lap and id have to hold it in place on the couch because it was so light. So the weight helps in that area in my opinion.
Yup cross legged or legs straight out, the wider base of the 16” makes it balance better than the 13”. It’s putting it on a surface that can be cumbersome (small desk, coffee table, etc)
I bought the 16 inch because I previously had the 13 inch M1, and I did programming on it. But it was difficult because of the smaller screen. I don't mind the extra weight because of the larger screen.
I went for the 16 inch M1 Max, mainly because it did not feel good to not make enough use of the beautiful screen when chosing just a small screen even though I will probably mainly use it as a desktop but at the moments I will be doing some portable video editing and showing/looking the resultst I will probably be really happy with the big screen. I hope I can overcome the size/weight difference when carrying/transporting.
Might be worth noting the 16” Apple Care is more expensive than the 14” Apple Care. Nominal, but worth noting to anyone really crunching the numbers while making their final decision.
I’m not buying this. I had the 16” intel and it was a cumbersome beast that if I’d been on my pre pandemic travel schedule, I’d have hated. The 14” seems like a good comprise between power and usability/portability.
I think moost people who are considering the 14 inch MacBook Pro are not cross shopping it with the 16 inch, especially now that you can have the same power in the smaller footprint. I bought the 14 inch M1 Max and didn't even consider the 16 inch because the size and weight were both more than I wanted to carry around.
@@dsp9968 The fans are off most of the time and only come on when you really push it, which I haven't yet. I could have easily gotten by with just the M1 Pro, but thought I may keep this one longer than my normal every other year upgrade cycle. I think the 16 inch may run a little cooler just because of the larger chassis if you run GPU intensive task though.
I'm retired now so I haven't moved my 17" laptop in ages so the 16" MacBook Pro would be perfect for me! I wish Apple would make a 17" laptop! Then again, I might just get the iMac if they put the new chip in it! It has a 23.5" screen!
I'm not certain but a 17inch would probably not comply with current airline size requirements. Plus for this new 16" MBP, Apple made the largest battery allowed per TSA requirements (1,000 mAh). Any larger and customers would not be allowed to take them on flights which would have angered lots of apple users.
Bigger was always better until they finally beefed up the 14 inch. Having owned a 15inch 2018 MBP, I returned it after 1 week. It was simply too cumbersome to carry around and whip out in a moment’s notice. For me the whole point of Laptop is portability and it’s impossible to argue that the 16inch is portable compared to the 14inch. Minus the new overclocking fan feature the performance you’ll get from the 14inch is just perfect for most uses and if you want a real “work station” build a proper PC workstation, that’s what I’ve got. Also own an amazing USB C monitor setup with power to provide the MBP 14 with fast charge and video/audio in one cable in clamshell mode. That’s not possible on the 16inch (due to the USB C 96w limit). Another consideration for the 14inch. My specs are M1 Max 24gpu, 64gb Ram 1tb.
@@Logalactic I haven't noticed any such issues with overheating, I'm using mine in a real-world scenario too not studio induced conditions like RUclips reviewers. I've managed to get in some long editing sessions and the battery hasn't ever caused me any problems. The portability is simply fantastic, however I would recommend having extended use of the Max Model that for the majority 32gb M1 Pro would absolutely be enough.
@@allsomatt Thanks for your answer, that is helpful. I am still torn between the 14 and the 16, but I am leaning towards portability. I do a lot of coding and graphic design, so screen size is important, but the 14 inch just looks more durable and compact with the same specs.
@@Logalactic Your best bet is going to a Store (if you have one that's reachable) and physically seeing them with your own eyes. The 14 should be more durable yes from a structural point of view, especially the lid as there's less width. Don't let be the deciding factor. Also I do use a monitor when I'm at home working. It's hooked upto the Mac from a Single USB C thunderbolt cable, meaning I get audio, video and full 96w fast charge. You can't fast charge the 16inch Mac over USB-C btw only the 14inch can do this. I see it as the best of both worlds when at home I've got a desktop setup if needed or I can unplug and work with the laptop on the sofa. Then when I head out I've got a super portable lightweight powerhouse for in the coffee shop or even on the train or plane. I always remember my 15inch never felt like a portable nimble device. Always kinda in the way. I've been running Rhino 3D and several graphic apps too with no issues, the screen size really hasn't stopped me.
I went for the 16in M1 Max this year for the first time. After always owning the smaller 13 inch model and I am very happy with my decision. The added real estate is indeed valuable and the speakers seem to be slightly better on the 16 in too.
I just want an updated MacBook Air. The new MacBook pro models are waaaay too much computer for me in more ways than one. Too thick, too heavy, too powerful. I don’t need all that.
I am in Canada and that is not an apples to apples comparison (pun intended) The base 14 is 512gb 8/14 core. If you asked it to 1tb 10/16 like base 16 difference is 250 and 110 more for the Apple Care ( think difference would have only been 50. Makes me think the require costs of that bigger screen might be more)
Same performance but with a cooler machine, quieter fans (if they turn on) and better battery performance? I don't travel with a laptop so it's the 16 for me then.
Pretty sure this video is for people on the edge and can’t decide. If you want the 14, good for you. I got the 16 and can’t complain! Enjoy your laptop :)
If I didn't need the 32c CPU I would have preferred the lighter and smaller 14inch to carry around. Just like my cordless drill, I went with a 12V Dewalt instead of a 20V brushless. A 12V is much lighter and easier to use and good for 95% of the things I need a drill for. But yes, I'm looking forward to my 16in screen and better cooling ability.... as soon as it arrives :)
Wow, the second most relevant point why to buy the 16 model is the better speakers 🤦♀️ In the past I always choose my notebooks by bigger displays and better speakers 🤷♀️
@@GregsGadgets The weight of the 16" 2019 actually made me want to take it less places with me. This one one, I'm actually finding myself throwing it in my bag regularly just because I barely notice the weight is there. 16 definitely has it's place, but 14 is perfect for someone who is constantly on the go.
@@Evermore2017 iphone mini is perfect for me, but I like my phones to fit in my pocket and control it with one hand. Since I never desired to fit my macbook in my pocket or control it with just my right hand's thumb, I'm struggling to understand how to let my preference in iphone size guide my choice between the 14 and 16 " macbook. So feel free to enlighten us!
Can you test what extra heat and fan noise are if you connect external displays , have seen no reviews on that, also do you need to increase ram if running multiple external 5k displays.
Don't listen to these guys, they are getting paid to create confusion, these titles bring them money, They absolutely don't give a sht about you and your workflow, You know what YOU want and if getting a laptop is what holds you back from getting your creative job done, just get the bare minimum and start working, as you get more professional and earn money then you will upgrade, don't worry about the future guys
At first I was so settled on getting the 14 now I’m debating the 16….. I’ll be buying b4? Christmas ….. Gunna sell an ETHEREUM share to pay for everything lol ….
When people say it heavy, I swear that is so confusing to me. 🤨🧐😩. I mean it ion a table or your back right. People act like they’re going to be hold it in their hands 🙌🏾 while using it. Just get work work for you…….. but I know weight isn’t the most important thing about this Mac 💻. I’ll continue reading the comments
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I looked at them both at Best Buy today and the screen size comparison is no contest. I have been using a 13” for 6 years. I am ready for the 16”!
@@basuta-dshrara It is a really tough decision. I don’t travel so using it on a plane is not an issue for me. I do need to see if it fits in my backpack because I take my laptop everywhere.
@@basuta-dshrara Same lol. I went from the 15" air to the 13" pro and the first week I was like wow this is kind of tiny and now I'm like how in the world was I lugging that thing around. It wasn't even that heavy it just seems so much bigger than I remember.
Is it just me or does the 14" look better in photos whereas the 16" looks better in person? Seeing the two at Best Buy, and that bigger screen... wow.
@@johnobenland2789 I had the same experience. When I saw them together in person i felt the 16 inch was the way to go. No contest. That will be my portable desktop.
@@johnobenland2789 definitely I would still get the 14” but the the 16” looks nice and big without being to big and blocky and the screen …. Can’t be beat
I have the Intel i9 MacBook Pro 16" currently. I really do love the big screen, but the weight has always been a downside for me. It's just so big to whip out in class or wherever I go to video edit. After I heard that the new M1 Max 16" is EVEN HEAVIER, it was a dealbreaker for me. I purchased the M1 Max 14" for portability. If I want a giant screen to watch something, I'll just use my TV or desktop. I sure will still miss the big screen on a laptop, but hey, can't win 'em all in life. Gotta pick your sacrifice. Plus I'm pretty sure if all I am surrounded by is my 14", my eyes will forget what a 16" looks like. As long as my workflow in FCP is better, that's all I care about.
I ordered the 14" as I have to carry a work issued laptop for accessing confidential data and a personal laptop for other stuff.
I don’t mind the extra weight, given that I throw it in my backpack, it’s perfect size and perfect weight.
Right there with you
i totally agree with you
I am getting the same one M1 Max 14" 32GB 1TB
The extra battery, better fans, nicer display, it’s worth the extra cost
Agreed. $200 for all that extra stuff is hard to pass up.
@@GregsGadgets There was a time when a laptop was the center of my life so when I had the 16" Pro, I hated how big it was because it didn't offer me enough for being so large. However, thanks to me being a faithful sheep, these days, I have iPad Pro, Mac mini, my iPhone, etc. I'm starting to realize that for the times when I need a laptop, I do need it to be special because it's no longer that 8 hours a day device for me, and the 13" Air is great but I don't use it as much as I would if it could do things that my Mac mini connected to a monitor can't do. I feel like your video is really hammering home for me that point and yeah, it's a $200 difference at the end of the day, and it makes sense.
Could I ask, nicer display how?
Mobilty is worth it the -2 inch and slightly less battery imo.
the base 14 inch is the best deal hands down, followed by the base 16 inch
16 inches is great for software development. Doing split screen on a 13 inch display is a
P A I N I N T H E A S S
Agreed
Looks like you need 4k external display to pair up with. I am a programmer too & struggling to chose 16 vs 14 max. I do have 16" intel but I find it extra as I always use external display for coding...& laptop for browsing/stackoverflow 🙂
this is true but now you can choose power, portability and external monitors...
@@KishorTiwari Yeah, the thing it's that, what display is on pair with the new MBP 16"? Theres no one.
I don't know why anyone would use the attached screen, keyboard, and trackpad of any laptop for software development. Use a dock and get a full-sized keyboard, multiple large displays and a mouse. Productivity +10% right there.
Finally saw them both next to each other in person… my god the 16” is stunning
I may have to save an extra paycheck but I think I want that now
I want the weight of the 14, but the screen of the 16. 😆
Don’t we all 😂
It’s 1.2 lb weight difference… a lil workout never hurt no one lol
@@jacobayala1913 Indeed.. think of the 16 as a free gym membership.
Exactly!!
@@jacobayala1913 yeah I don't get why people are concerned about the weight at all.
The 16” had never appealed to me until now. With the way the world is right now, the bigger screen seems to be such a nice thing to have instead of portability.
I do agree with you. I've gone for the 16 in for the first time ever and I am so happy I did.
16" M1 Max gang rise up
Ayo we outcheaaaaa!!!!! Let’s go!!!
Let’s gooooo, been using mine for medical school this week and it’s amaZing
RISE
I went to the apple store today and checked them out. I originally had my mind set on the 14 in but after looking looking at them a while. There is something about the screen size and viewing experience on the 16 inch. The “UI” looks better scaled and easier on the eyes. The notch was much less noticeable on it too
Spoiler: the only thing the 14 inch does better is the form factor which affects the weight. For every other measurable factor the 16 is better or on par
I've been testing both new sizes and the heft on the 16" is just too much for comfortable day to day use unless you are just using/leaving it in one place most of the time. Even carrying it around at home/couch surfing etc. the bulk in the 16 inch is significantly more noticeable than even my 2016 Intel TB 15"MBP. Personally the 16" should be the choice if you primarily plan to use this as a desktop replacement and won't be carrying it around a lot. Otherwise hands down the 14" is a more versatile machine.
I hope you have dwarfs as children so the extra weight and inches isn’t a burden.
@@Evermore2017 What an odd comment.
Agree. Have the 14 and finally played with the 16 in store since I had a few more days to decide if I wanted to return mine or not. 16 is just way too big imo.
Yeah, I've had the 13' models forever and being on planes a lot, it's almost a slam dunk decision here.
Facts. The only reason I went with the 14 is because backpack portability. I would love that display though as an Rnb artist. Unless I'm mobile I have a second display so it works out when the 14 inch is just for a mixer
@@joeldanielsson yessirrr 💯💯
fair point.
I like the form factor of the 14” much better. Just got my 14” Max 24gb GPU 32gb Ram with 1T SSD yesterday, I’ll be unboxing after work. This is also my first Mac since they updated everything that I would normally use.
Sick its the exact one i am looking to buy in order to get the extra gain of transfer,,,, thing is i do not do video editing i Will use ableton to make music.
Do you know if that Will actually do anything or should i save the Cash and Just get the 10core 14gpu instead. Is it worth that extra money to bump to the m1 max 24?
I dunno know i am still sitting it out.
I found a crazy deal on a m1 13 inch 16gb and 2 tb guy want to sell to buy the New one, he is asking 1700 canadian dollars for a 3k 1 year old laptop.
Great comparison, Greg! I couldn’t agree more, I ordered the 14” because that was the only model available at the time, but ended up getting lucky and found a 16” in stock at an Apple Store near me😀 Single I had to wait for the 14” to be delivered from Best Buy, I actually got my hands on the 16” first. For me, it will sit at my desk most of the time, if I move it anywhere it will only be around my house so the extra weight isn’t a big deal. My work computer is a 14” Lenovo Thinkpad, and I’ve always found it a bit small to work on.
I just got the 16” pro because the store I went to didn’t have a 14” but I LOVE the screen size. I live in a small apartment so I don’t have space for another desk, (I have a lot of art stuff) to connect a larger screen. I’ve been carrying it around and it’s not as bad as I thought it
would be. No regrets.
I prefer the 14-inch. It's the perfect size and power portability. I used to think bigger is better until I got the 14-inch Macbook Pro
I looked at both the 14 & 16 inch models and the 16 inch with its extra power and larger screen were perfect for me. And the 16 inch also is very light and portable for me. I've been brining it around to different places to work at and the size and weight has never been noticeable. Then again, I am pretty active in the gym so all the versions of the laptop are pretty light to me. I am loving everything about it so far and highly recommend it if weight doesn't concern you and can afford it. Overall, all of these models are a win for all of us with how powerful they are while giving us a selection of what size works best for the individual.
I'm glad you mentioned the gym part because all the comments about the weight made me think that it's something relative.
@@HeyDaniiel Yea, I’ve lifted both and they are both light and portable. Just one is a little lighter than the other. Hope that helps man! If you get one, you’re going to love it!
I went with the 16" (64Gb, M1 Max, 2Tb SSD) because I don't plan to upgrade again for another decade, and this should last me at least that. It replaces a Mac Mini Late 2012 which has been a workhorse all this time, and will continue on as a server.
14 inch is near perfect, at home its plugged in to a 27” 4K HDR LG IPS display. On the road it’s light, screen is amazing and has all the power you need.
I agree 🙃
arent you disgusted to use the monitor when home,after having tasted mini led with pro motion? whats your monitor btw ? might sound dumb but im tempeted to sell/return my monitor and get a 16 inch without any external display,instead of the 14+monitor route i have taken...help lol
@@arm8636 Love the MiniLED screen but I needed something larger for my day job since I work from home. I have the LG 27UK500-B and its a nice, affordable 4K-60 display that works well for photo-editing and office work.
@@ZayasRaymond1 that's why I'm wondering,isnt 27" with 70cm viewing distance the same as 16" with shorter distance ?
Oh ok cool,you said 4k HDR so I thought it was some very expensive panel.i have the LG ul650,and before I had the ul550 ! (Before it broke that is lol)
Aren't you spoiled by the display? How does it feel getting back to the ips low contrast,low brightness...and 60hz with ghosting ?
Had the 14 at first and change it to 16, so much better 🙌
Glad you got the right one for you 👍
@@GregsGadgets yes i had to because of the screen size. Easier to work with final cut now 😄
Another thing to note is that AppleCare+ is US$120 more expensive for the 16" than for the 14" (three years of coverage). So if you plan on getting either of them with the AppleCare+, the price difference would be US$320.
you can pay annually
@@ms.marieanne sadly they don't offer the annual option in my country (Singapore) 😓
I bought the 14 over a month ago and have come to realise that I’d much rather own the 16. It’s too late for a return. The 14 is nice and compact but I can’t work comfortably on it. I use apps like Ableton Live. You can make the text smaller to give you more space to use but that in turn makes the text more difficult to read.
16 inches is superior in every way except the weight IMO. Some people say it’s too big, actually the size is not that bigger than 14. But combining size and weight, it’s a bit challenging to hold with one hand.
I think it’s still a good idea to get the base model mbp14. Hard to turn down being $500 cheaper than mbp16 base model.
That’s almost a free 2TB upgrade.
If you don’t need the marginal performance upgrade (extra CPU and GPU cores) between the base model 14 and 16, I think it’s a good buy without sacrificing too much battery life
Watch Tomthetechchap new video. There is a significant battery difference with the 14 M1 pro(against last year's 13 and M1 pro 16). Gets just as hot as the 16 M1 max when pushed. If battery matters, the 16 is the way to go.
@@Yunghamz m1pro16 has 100wh battery. M1pro14 has 70wh battery. Clearly there’s a difference 😬 let’s not pretend $500 is insignificant
I’m not saying there’s no compromise but it’s 3.5lbs vs 4.7lbs.
As for m1 13, if you don’t care about xdr or the ports, agreed, it would make no sense to get the mpb14.
But we all know that the main motivation going for mbp14 vs mbp13 is the XDR display. Let’s not kid ourselves
@@RunForPeace-hk1cu From the test done in the video i recommended, where one of the test was a simple one with extended use of browsing, netflix etc and there was almost a 20% battery difference with the 14 pro and the rest(m1 13, m1 pro 16 and m1 max 16) and it got as hot as the 16 m1 max after like 4 hours. Apple products are expensive as is so this is the wrong crowd to be persuading by using price differentials.
But anyways, i'm viewing this from my perspective i have to say. I'm coming from a 9 year old windows laptop, 15.6 inch and 2.3 kg. I would go for the 14 if the battery on the m1 pro wasn't so bad and you're right, if the 14 had the internals of the 13 m1 but with the screen and ports, 14 would be the best one for me. But the 500 extra is justified by the larger screen, better battery, cool to touch and therefore quieter fans. I don't travel with a laptop so the 'portability' of the 14 would have been useful around the house but again, the battery runs out quicker.
I just wish the base model came with 1tb. 512 is not enough these days for laptops imo. I’m probably gonna run my virtual machine off of an external ssd or something
Nah, a larger screen is fantastic. Just get a samsung portable SSD for cheap storage. $500 is a small price to pay for a larger screen, 4 additional battery hours and better CPU
I just bought the 16 inch after your video. Thank you!!!!! I think as a photographer and videographer the bigger screen will be beneficial to have! 🥰 so excited!
Fair call if you drive a car around I guess. I am about to buy a $15,000 motorbike and everything I need has to go in a backpack. I grabbed the 14". I would love the screen and sound on the 16" but if travelling public transport or anything other than a car, not so practical. The sound is great on the 14" though and anyone I have opened it up to has been jaw droppingly amazed that a laptop that small could be so clear. Also the cost does play a part when you consider the MacBook Air upgraded to 16GB RAM and 512GB storage. Even without needing the full processor you get better screen, better sound and ports that any home user can use in a body you can fit in the same dimension bag. The base 14" is a benchmark rather than an affordable downgrade I think. However, I guess we will see the video on why you should buy the 14" MacBook and see what you think.
I got the 16 then returned it for the 14 and then returned it for the 16
Why tho
@@ScubaMagic because Apple allows it.
😂😂😂
I have a 16” i7 2019 MacBook Pro. I’m going to 14”. I love the speakers and screen on my 16”, but just being honest with myself, big laptops just aren’t my thing. I felt weird taking it anywhere outside of my home.
I feel the same, taking a big laptop outside your home feels really weird
The base model 16" is exactly what I wanted the M1 MBP to be. The screen real estate is key for my graphic design and office work!
I've gone for the M1 Max base model, 16in and it is soo good!
I also felt the 16" offers a lot for $200 difference. But then I went to see and feel both MacBooks Pro in the flesh. Dang the 16 just feels soooo big and heavy. Reminds me of my 2007 15-inch MBP. I can see how the 16 will win a lot of buyers, but I am thinking the 14 offers a better compromise if you need portability, unless you have real need of the extra quiet, battery, or screen of the 16..
I held both in my hands and they felt the same weight. I thought the 16” was the 14” in the store and I asked where the 16” was. He said this is the 16”. Was light and small to me.
If you are moving around a lot and working in different places then the 14" would be the better option unless you do music production. If you are mostly always working in the same place and only need occasional portability then the 16" may be better if you can live with the fact that it is bigger and heavier than the average laptop. I think with the right carrying solution for the laptop and its psu/peripherals the 16" could become more feasible for portability too. It will be interesting to see what third party companies can make for it.
Same. 16"feels like the BEAST. However I wouldnt mind to have a 14" for travelling (smaller, lighter).
i always owned 15" mbp (2011; 2015) and not sure what do to now. I might just bite into the sour apple and try out my first 14" in my life. i hope i can ednure: less Battery life; thermal design and lower gpu for those 3-5 years im owning it. it would be a nice experience maybe.
@@kontikonsumi2028 I was debating as well. Truth is I travel maybe 2 or 3 times a year by plane. Which is the only time I would want the smaller size. Truth is I usually wouldn't work on the plane any way and my iPad pro m1 11 inch would suit my needs of it was basic work or video watching. At home I don't have a big monitor setup. I do have a very old iMac 21.5 which would be fine for spreadsheet word processing etc. So short of replacing that which really never is used, the 16 inch will be my main machine and screen. I suppose if I had a fancy desk top maybe the more portable device would out weigh the sacrifices in batter y sound screen and performance.
For me the 16 inch are for people that sits at a desk with it. I had the 16 inch last year and kept it for 10 months and sold it. It was just to big and heavy. I previously had the 13 inch and thats the sweet spot. I purchased the 14 inch 64gb of ram, 32 gpu cores and 2 tb ssd and I love it. I like the portability of it and its perfect for me. I mainly use it mobile and if I use it at home Im on my sofa with it on my lap. When I had the 16 inch and I used it on my lap I hated it, its just too damn big and heavy. So I totally disagree with the heading on this RUclips video that says why you should buy the 16 inch MacBook Pro. I dont care the the cost is close, thats not the point. Its the feel and how I use it. So I dont care about the benefits that he states, if I dont like the way it feels and carrying it around why get it. And hes says it, its a perfect workstation, yeah if you dont move it around the yeah its perfect for you. But the 14 inch is the sweet spot with basically the same performance.
The 14” is a tiny bit too small but the 16” was just too big. I could barely cram it in my backpack and I take my laptop with me every single day. I wish they had a 15” lol.
Yep, 15" it's just perfect.
15" Air now exists. Thinner, too
Hmmmm, all depends on what you consider as benefit and your priorities. Had both, tested both and finally kept 14”. Display, speakers, battery etc is great on the 16” but… is too big and heavy. For a desktop computer is great, but portability and confort while using in your lap, couch, coffe table , carrying and a long etc made me decide to go for 14” display still great for watching movies, sound still great enough, powerful, battery is still also good enough, and is light and confortable to use as a laptop, not a desktop computer.
16 inch comes also with better charger
I purchased 16 inch base model and I love it
Better value than 14inch l
The larger screen along is worth it!
I'd love to go for a 16" but I use my laptop mostly on trains and planes in Europe, and even the 13" MBP is a tight fit in the space available. On some planes I don't think you'd even get the 16" screen open if sitting in coach. Just have to fly business to justify getting the 16" 🤣
😂
I’m going for the M1 pro 16 inch, however , I’m stuck for whatever I should get 16gb or 32gb, most of what I use it for is large excel files , is 16gb enough?
Totally agree, Greg! I picked up the 16” version a day ago. What a beast in every sense of the word. The size and weight can be a bit of a challenge when using it on my lap, but it never gets hot, just warm at the most. Sitting at a table or desk with it makes it just as good to use as any desktop, plus you can always hook up an external monitor when you absolutely need to. Best of all worlds, IMHO.
How tall are you? I just got the 14" and I have the opposite problem. I'm 6'2" with big hands. This laptop doesn't fill my laptop enough, makes me feel like a giant.
Yup get the 14 pro put the money on a MacBook 14 pro 16ram 10gpu 1T why put your money towards 2 inches of screen when you can put it on a MacBook Pro 16ram 10gpu 1T and that one is fast I had it getting it again sent the 512 paxking in less than 8 hours
@@lawtondevil because it's not just a bigger screen it's a bigger battery, better cooling system, better speakers, and a higher resolution screen. It's well worth the extra $200, and then some.
Yep, the 16" is the real McCoy - the 14" is the 16 Mini.
The only reason I might consider the 14" is if I did a lot of working while I'm flying - but I _hate_ flying and really don't have to do it at all now that I'm retired.
I stopped buying MacBooks when Apple discontinued the 17" boat anchors, and switched to iMac 5Ks for the better performance and greater screen real estate, and didn't buy a MacBook again until 2019 when the 16" came out - so I'm obvious biased towards larger screen laptops.
I carried around the 17" mbp from ~10 years ago and it became a real schlep. GREAT for desktop replacement but personally I don't get replacing a desktop with a laptop. Laptops are for mobile computing.
Choice is good! I love my new 14" MacBook M1 Pro. When I care about sound, I attach my Kef M500 cans or my Sennheisers.....both wired. Both new Macs are great options.
I'm currently considering buying a 16 inch just for the screen. My intel 13 inch is way too small when it comes to photo editing. I have worries about it's portability, but I just think it would be a waste to get such a nice display at the size of 14 instead 16 inch. If I'm really in need of the portability for some reason, my iPad that has been eating dust for quite a while should do the job.
16 inch silver M1 Max chip. 1 TB SSD 32 gigs of ram. If you’re stuck whether or not you should get 14 or 16, get the 16 if you can afford it. Especially if you’re just using it as a desktop. For portability, I’ll throw it in my backpack and it’s perfect. When people complain about the weight they are weaklings and don’t deserve a 16 inch. It’s really not heavy at all.
Get the silver as everyone has space gray. Stand out a little
Got the 16 it replaces my old 15 rmbp 2012 which I think was the inspiration for this model as the dimensions are near identical and the keyboard and ports are a return to what it had that was stripped away in the 2016 to 2019 designs.
Fits in my knapsack laptop slot.
Yes it weighs more but don't need to carry out long distances and the great battery life means don't need to carry extra dongles and charger if need to go out with it.
Unlike others I don't have a docking station with bigger monitor setup so this will be my desktop/laptop device hence the bigger screen.
If it was going to be docked to a monitor all day, then the 14 would make sense as the screen, speaker and battery benefits would not exist. But to me the display is main selling point of this device and the soon to be released new air model would likely be a better but and nearly as powerful as the 14 but with better battery and no fans. So would rather get that and dock it and have a great travel device. If it is docked the extra ports are irrelevant. The great screen is irrelevant and all your are buying is a better cpu. Might as well just get a new mini much less when released
My 14" just came in. I took it out of the box and I am returning it tomorrow. It is wayyyy to small for me. If you are doing music or video I would agree, the 16" is the way to go. With that being said, is the base model with 512 hard drive, is that enough? I have a 1tb external but I just want to make sure that I am not hurting myself down the road. It will be for recording music and bands. As well as photography and video editing. Any suggestions?
Get what you want, your circumstances are unique to you.
Do you prefer the silver or space gray for the 16 inch?
I had a Intel 16 inch and it was too tall for me and the new one is even heavier. The Base 14 inch has the perfect price performance ratio and in real life you don't really see a huge difference between the 8 or 10 core. Okay, except that the fans don't spin up as fast on the 8 Core.
The fans barely move ever on my M1 Max 14". 10 minutes of Cinebench and it took until the last minute of the test before they spun up to about 1/10th as loud as my 16" intel MBP does within 10 seconds of the test starting.
I went with the 14 inch. This is my first mac ever, since they rolled back so many poor design decisions I finnally had a good reason to try one out. I'm a developer and I already notice how much of a beast it is at building my code. Went with 14 because I love coding at coffee shops and I'm not going to be carrying around what I feel is like an unwieldy 16 inch.
ikr it's just the battery that worries me.
@@Moody_Incorporated I recently got the 14 inchs and yea I would say its average, 11 hours, I do full stack web development so I have Angular, NestJs, Firebase emulators and an Openvidu docker server running. Battery doesn't really 'worry me' but I'm not really blown away by it either, however considering the performance I get from it, very happy.
@@StephenMoreira Sounds good so I got the 14 core gpu as well hoping that reduces juice.
I wondered what you'd rate the laptop at as just for something like word documents and the internet.
Why you shouldn't get the 16" Macbook Pro - because it's bigger and heavier and you'll get tired carrying it around after a while. That's why I never get a laptop larger than a 15" (any more). Tried 16" and 17" laptops, they're just too big and heavy.
What phone do you have….the Mini or Max?
Hey Greg maybe you can answer my Question.
What would you recommend between the Air and Pro for a Songwriter/Producer and Screenwriter who trades Forex and Crypto ?
Thx. Cancelled my order for 14. Thanks to you I remembered what annoys me in my mba 13... :D So I went for 16
This screen is too good to not watch movies in hdr haha. And as a dev more space is better for me
I wonder if it is worth investing on a Pro 12.9 with a bundle pkg for FCP if the screen is the same as the MacBook pro maybe you can compare those two
I like small form factors. All my travel backpacks are just big enough for a 14 inch laptop. A 16 inch would protrude right at the edge of my bag. Would love to have the power of the 16 inch in the 14 inch but alas that's not how things work. Not a big deal, the 14 inch is still a powerhouse for its size so I'm not too worried about all that extra stuff. That being said, when I'm home the MacBook is connected to a 27 inch 4K display so also not a big deal needing a bigger screen.
The 14” by all accounts very closely matches the performance of the 16” with the same CPU/GPU configuration at the cost of increased temperatures and lower battery life; but the performance is right up there, for the first time in Apple laptop history
I'm having a super hard time deciding too! If you look through the forums I don't think I've ever seen so many people go back and forth. 13.3" was just a bit too small in the past but 14 gets close. I'm leaning towards 16 right now but ughhhh I don't know.
What have you decided so far? I went for the 16in from a M1 MBP. I have never owned a laptop this big before but honestly I am glad I went for the 16 in. I edit a lot of videos so the added real estate is really valuable. Surprisingly, I don't find it too big nor too heavy. Excited for you.
@@PiaJustynn I have a 16" being shipped to me. Going to try it out for a week or so and see how it feels in my lap / around the house. I know for sure it would be annoying for travel. Currently leaning more towards 14", but the 16" screen is beautiful. (I don't find the 14" screen that impressive compared to the old 13" one just because it's fairly small so not as noticeable)
@@neilquinn so what did u end up with?
@@arm8636 16". I decided that at this price point, I wouldn't want to use the laptop as a travel laptop anyway. Since it became a "house laptop" 16" just made sense for the most value. If I start traveling more I'll either pickup a baseline cheap macbook air m2/m3 in the future or ipad air + keyboard I think. Also for the money the 14" just didn't feel that special to me compared to a 13" air - they were just too similar. I definitely overbought though. If I bought again I think i'd get 1tb/16gb/pro instead of 1tb/32gb/24core max.
@@neilquinn you are afraid of damaging it by traveling with it ?
I am still confused about choose between new 14inch and 16 one. I like the portability and size of 14inch Mabook but I am worried about fans and throttling. Should I go with 16 then? I am targeting for 32GB/2TB. I will be using this for software development and some music production. Can You give me some advise? Thanks! :)
read my comment bud
get the 16
the 14 is nice and compact
but it’s harder to work on and get stuff done
@@MandeepGadgetBoy Thanks ! :) I am also thinking about 16 due to the better cooling and lack od throttling.
Thanks for the video! I am presently discerning. I appreciate your thoughts. Blessings on your day!
The middle option never gets mentioned much as everyone always talks base or max but I think for the 24" iMac and the 16" Pro the middle option is the best one to take. For the 14" they don't have a middle option but it would be the same as the base option with 1TB upgrade. The 1TB drives are not only worth it for the extra storage but also the extra speed it has over the 512GB SSD.
can these 14" and 16 " Macs can be upgraded on Memory and Storage later ? Is there a possibility?
I wanted the 14 inch with the 10 core M1 Pro, but I would have needed to wait until December for delivery. I was able to pick up the base 16 inch (which has the 10 core M1 Pro) same day. I got the 16 inch. Thing's a beast
went from a 2019 16 inch to the 14inch and the 14 is so much better. Lol. I understand the love of the 16 trust me... I miss the screen. Butttt... mine is usually plugged into 2 monitors anyway.. and to travel with the 14 is soooo much nicer. I think the 14 is the best you can get.. as long as you have those extra monitors for long length use IMO.
Only thing is the battery life sacrifice on the 14” (esp considering it’s the more “portable” one)
Compared to an M1 13” I mean. From a 2019 16” there’s huge gains anyways
@@YouProductions1000 yeah I guess but to me plugging in really isn’t like a huge deal breaker. Can still get half a day worth of work done before I have to
@@YouProductions1000 truth
What phone do you carry? The mini or the max?
When equally equipped, the 14" has the advantage of smaller size, and cheaper Applecare cost. That's pretty much it.
It really depends on your use case. To me, the portability is a big deal. When I am editing, 16" screens are too small, so I would have either computer closed, on a vertical stand, and using custom monitors anyway and speakers. If editing, I am essentially using it as a desktop. So if I am not at home, I want portability.
Not everyone is the same, but that's the point.
in the past i have had both smaller and bigger screen laptops but personally i prefer a smaller screen in a laptop, if i need a bigger screen then i can plug one in or have a dedicated desk setup.
Keeping my 14, and just pair my M1 iPad Pro 12.9 with side car if I need more screen space.
Pls explain more clear how this works
@@cristiabc1310 Apple gives you the ability to use a feature called Sidecar. This allows you to use your iPad has a second display. I have the 12.9 M1 iPad Pro with Mini LED… Pretty much the same screen as the 14in MacBook. So if I really need more screen real-estate, I’ll just bring my iPad along.
Yes this is exactly what I’m doing. 12.9” 3rd Gen IPad Pro for $600 and base 14” for $2000. I can also just drag my full fledge photoshop from my Mac to my iPad and still use my pencil.
Is the Pro 10 core with 16 core GPU a 'binned chip' from the Pro Max 16 core CPU 32 core GPU? Or is it only the 8 core CPU that is a binned chip? Personally, I barely ever move my laptop and watch a lot of TV and movies on it so I might as well get the 16 inch.
The 8-core CPU M1Pro, 14-core GPU M1Pro and the 24-core GPU M1Max are the ony binned chips The M1Max is a much larger chip than the M1Pro
Was my thinking. Outside of traveling to the family cottage every now and then and maybe 2 plane trips a year, 90 percent of my use ID at home where the added weight or bulk is not so important. Would want the bigger screen at the cottage as it also serves as primary media consumption device.
The screen and speakers make this a mobile home theater! Newly rivals my OLED TV and with such close viewing angles feels even more immersive.
While I haven't actually seen the 16" in person I do have the 14" and watched way too many videos of it before I hand and can say that looking at these computers on RUclips videos make them look a look thicker and and just bigger overall than they actually are. At least in the case of the 14". I can't imagine the 16" feels that big it's probably just because we're used to using smartphones for so much these days?
Great insights. I'm still somewhat on the fence. I like portability but that screen is hard to pass up on the 16". Is it possible to use the 16", say for example, sitting in bed with it on your lap? Is it truly a "laptop" machine?
Depends on where you're coming from. I have a 9 year old laptop, 15.6 inch and weighs 2.3 KG and I sit on bed with it on my lap (the only thing which deters me is the heat it generates which won't be a problem with M1). If you're coming from a smaller device then it would feel different to you I guess. IMO the 14 is not the portable option when it performs worse on battery compared to the 13 m1 and 16m1 pro just based on normal browsing(tomthetechchap recent video ran these tests). Would love the 13 m1 with the screen quality and ports personally but looks like I'm going for the 16.
I just got the 16 inch and loove it!..i prefer it over my old 13 inch on my lap because it has more balance and stays in place i think because it weighs more ..The 13 inch would slide more using it on my lap and id have to hold it in place on the couch because it was so light. So the weight helps in that area in my opinion.
Yup cross legged or legs straight out, the wider base of the 16” makes it balance better than the 13”. It’s putting it on a surface that can be cumbersome (small desk, coffee table, etc)
@@tenynemoore22 Thanks much for your comment. Cheers!
I bought the 16 inch because I previously had the 13 inch M1, and I did programming on it. But it was difficult because of the smaller screen.
I don't mind the extra weight because of the larger screen.
my choice is should I keep the silver or get the space grey
From what I have heard is after a few years the sleeve get gets a bit discolored by the palm rest.
Went Silver
I went for the 16 inch M1 Max, mainly because it did not feel good to not make enough use of the beautiful screen when chosing just a small screen even though I will probably mainly use it as a desktop but at the moments I will be doing some portable video editing and showing/looking the resultst I will probably be really happy with the big screen. I hope I can overcome the size/weight difference when carrying/transporting.
Looking forward to see the saga further unfold! Can’t wait for the video why to buy the 14” !
Might be worth noting the 16” Apple Care is more expensive than the 14” Apple Care. Nominal, but worth noting to anyone really crunching the numbers while making their final decision.
Great point
What's the price difference?
I’m not buying this. I had the 16” intel and it was a cumbersome beast that if I’d been on my pre pandemic travel schedule, I’d have hated. The 14” seems like a good comprise between power and usability/portability.
I think moost people who are considering the 14 inch MacBook Pro are not cross shopping it with the 16 inch, especially now that you can have the same power in the smaller footprint. I bought the 14 inch M1 Max and didn't even consider the 16 inch because the size and weight were both more than I wanted to carry around.
14in M1 Max delivers same performance as 16in M1 Max? Any fan or heating issue on the 14in with M1 Max you noticed?
@@dsp9968 The fans are off most of the time and only come on when you really push it, which I haven't yet. I could have easily gotten by with just the M1 Pro, but thought I may keep this one longer than my normal every other year upgrade cycle. I think the 16 inch may run a little cooler just because of the larger chassis if you run GPU intensive task though.
I'm retired now so I haven't moved my 17" laptop in ages so the 16" MacBook Pro would be perfect for me! I wish Apple would make a 17" laptop! Then again, I might just get the iMac if they put the new chip in it! It has a 23.5" screen!
if youre not moving your laptop, then it definitely sounds like you’d be better off with a desktop
I'm not certain but a 17inch would probably not comply with current airline size requirements. Plus for this new 16" MBP, Apple made the largest battery allowed per TSA requirements (1,000 mAh). Any larger and customers would not be allowed to take them on flights which would have angered lots of apple users.
Bigger was always better until they finally beefed up the 14 inch. Having owned a 15inch 2018 MBP, I returned it after 1 week. It was simply too cumbersome to carry around and whip out in a moment’s notice. For me the whole point of Laptop is portability and it’s impossible to argue that the 16inch is portable compared to the 14inch.
Minus the new overclocking fan feature the performance you’ll get from the 14inch is just perfect for most uses and if you want a real “work station” build a proper PC workstation, that’s what I’ve got.
Also own an amazing USB C monitor setup with power to provide the MBP 14 with fast charge and video/audio in one cable in clamshell mode. That’s not possible on the 16inch (due to the USB C 96w limit). Another consideration for the 14inch. My specs are M1 Max 24gpu, 64gb Ram 1tb.
Do you notice any overheating issues, or extra battery drain with the M1 Max in the 14 inch?
@@Logalactic I haven't noticed any such issues with overheating, I'm using mine in a real-world scenario too not studio induced conditions like RUclips reviewers. I've managed to get in some long editing sessions and the battery hasn't ever caused me any problems.
The portability is simply fantastic, however I would recommend having extended use of the Max Model that for the majority 32gb M1 Pro would absolutely be enough.
@@allsomatt Thanks for your answer, that is helpful.
I am still torn between the 14 and the 16, but I am leaning towards portability. I do a lot of coding and graphic design, so screen size is important, but the 14 inch just looks more durable and compact with the same specs.
@@Logalactic Your best bet is going to a Store (if you have one that's reachable) and physically seeing them with your own eyes. The 14 should be more durable yes from a structural point of view, especially the lid as there's less width. Don't let be the deciding factor.
Also I do use a monitor when I'm at home working. It's hooked upto the Mac from a Single USB C thunderbolt cable, meaning I get audio, video and full 96w fast charge. You can't fast charge the 16inch Mac over USB-C btw only the 14inch can do this. I see it as the best of both worlds when at home I've got a desktop setup if needed or I can unplug and work with the laptop on the sofa. Then when I head out I've got a super portable lightweight powerhouse for in the coffee shop or even on the train or plane.
I always remember my 15inch never felt like a portable nimble device. Always kinda in the way. I've been running Rhino 3D and several graphic apps too with no issues, the screen size really hasn't stopped me.
I went for the 16in M1 Max this year for the first time. After always owning the smaller 13 inch model and I am very happy with my decision. The added real estate is indeed valuable and the speakers seem to be slightly better on the 16 in too.
How has the portability, and durability been for you?
I just want an updated MacBook Air. The new MacBook pro models are waaaay too much computer for me in more ways than one. Too thick, too heavy, too powerful. I don’t need all that.
In Canada the 16” base model is $650 more than base model 14”, and AC+ is $120 more too.
16” base model is the same price with 14” 10 core 1T ssd model. 2” more screen size vs 512Gb more space.
I am in Canada and that is not an apples to apples comparison (pun intended)
The base 14 is 512gb 8/14 core. If you asked it to 1tb 10/16 like base 16 difference is 250 and 110 more for the Apple Care ( think difference would have only been 50. Makes me think the require costs of that bigger screen might be more)
Do we need case and screen protection for it?
Coming from a 2012 15” mbp, the 2021 16” mbp is thin and light but that 14” is definitely tempting.
Same performance but with a cooler machine, quieter fans (if they turn on) and better battery performance? I don't travel with a laptop so it's the 16 for me then.
Too late. Already have a 14” no regrets
Still a good choice lol 👍
Pretty sure this video is for people on the edge and can’t decide. If you want the 14, good for you. I got the 16 and can’t complain! Enjoy your laptop :)
Meh, as a student, portability matters, and my old 16" barely fits in my bag. So the 14" form factor is such a breath of fresh air :)
How's the 14'' been treating you lately?
Unless that laptop is mostly sitting on a desk, DO NOT go for the 16 inch model, it is a hulk of a computer to move around. 14 inch is just perfect!
It's actually a $947 difference between the two in Australia..
If I didn't need the 32c CPU I would have preferred the lighter and smaller 14inch to carry around. Just like my cordless drill, I went with a 12V Dewalt instead of a 20V brushless. A 12V is much lighter and easier to use and good for 95% of the things I need a drill for. But yes, I'm looking forward to my 16in screen and better cooling ability.... as soon as it arrives :)
Wow, the second most relevant point why to buy the 16 model is the better speakers 🤦♀️ In the past I always choose my notebooks by bigger displays and better speakers 🤷♀️
I gonna get 16 for programming, i dont use external display so its the only choice for me.
Love the 14-inch!
16 is too big and cumbersome.
A lot of people agree with this. The weight increase on the 16 this year was a lot.
@@GregsGadgets The weight of the 16" 2019 actually made me want to take it less places with me. This one one, I'm actually finding myself throwing it in my bag regularly just because I barely notice the weight is there.
16 definitely has it's place, but 14 is perfect for someone who is constantly on the go.
Really? Do you have the iPhone Mini or the Max?
@@Evermore2017 what’s with you and mini max phone question? Did you forget there’s a medium size too?
@@Evermore2017 iphone mini is perfect for me, but I like my phones to fit in my pocket and control it with one hand. Since I never desired to fit my macbook in my pocket or control it with just my right hand's thumb, I'm struggling to understand how to let my preference in iphone size guide my choice between the 14 and 16 " macbook. So feel free to enlighten us!
Can you test what extra heat and fan noise are if you connect external displays , have seen no reviews on that, also do you need to increase ram if running multiple external 5k displays.
It does sound nice but mannnn I'm still enjoying my Macbook Air M1 :)
The 16 in only makes sense for me if I didn't have a 32inch monitor....the difference in performance is negligible for $200 for a bulkier unit.
Bought the 16 and I couldn’t be happier.
My 2011 17-inch MacBook Pro weighs 6.6 pounds. You guys never had it so good.
Don't listen to these guys, they are getting paid to create confusion, these titles bring them money, They absolutely don't give a sht about you and your workflow, You know what YOU want and if getting a laptop is what holds you back from getting your creative job done, just get the bare minimum and start working, as you get more professional and earn money then you will upgrade, don't worry about the future guys
At first I was so settled on getting the 14 now I’m debating the 16….. I’ll be buying b4? Christmas ….. Gunna sell an ETHEREUM share to pay for everything lol ….
I disagree. After 13'inch macbook pro , bought 16" and return back. It is huge screen, heavy, can not carry easly. 14" is better.
When people say it heavy, I swear that is so confusing to me. 🤨🧐😩. I mean it ion a table or your back right. People act like they’re going to be hold it in their hands 🙌🏾 while using it. Just get work work for you…….. but I know weight isn’t the most important thing about this Mac 💻. I’ll continue reading the comments
Why are you showing benchmarks for gaining when the machine is not for gaming?
That commercial was 😍😍😍👌👌
Lol.
I really wanted a 64gb version but shipping to Aus is apparently not going to happen until early Feb now :/
Haha I have the 16” M1 Pro right now and I’m gonna return it for the 14”
recommend adding a compressor to your sound
You have the experience of trying 14" and 16". Have you made your selection yet?