Are the new MacBook Pros worth the money

Macbooks
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I’m sorry if there’s a better place for this, but I’m considering a new laptop for school. My degree doesn’t require any specific operating system, and I’m thinking about getting a new MacBook.

*** edit for clarification. While this new laptop would mainly be for school until I graduate, I have interests in design and photography which may lead me to consider the more powerful Pro line instead of the Air once I have more time after graduating. *** (more details in comments)

I want to start by saying I don’t NEED a new laptop, I have a desktop and an iPad, but sometimes the iPad isn’t enough and my school runs online year-round, so I need something that I can take with me for work, vacations, and other places since I need to fit in schoolwork whenever I have free time.

I currently have a 2015 Pro, but the battery is dying and it’s starting to slow down, so it’s not really working for me anymore. Since it has served me well, I’m looking into getting another Pro. My problem is that I don’t like the smaller size and I’m thinking about the 16 inch, which really raises the price.

I plan to do some photo editing and general use with it after I finish school (I have one year left), and I might let my boyfriend use it once he goes back to school after I graduate.

Do you think the $2500 price is worth it? I’ve had some non-Apple users tell me no, saying I should go with Windows instead, but after seeing how long my current Mac has lasted, I’m having a hard time even thinking about that switch.

I will have the money because of some reimbursements, so luckily I wouldn’t have to finance it. But what would you do?

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Based on what you need, the 15 inch MacBook Air seems like a better fit and it’s a lot cheaper than the 16 inch MacBook Pro you’re considering. Have you checked out the Air lineup yet?

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Zion said:
Based on what you need, the 15 inch MacBook Air seems like a better fit and it’s a lot cheaper than the 16 inch MacBook Pro you’re considering. Have you checked out the Air lineup yet?

To add on to this. In the past, ignoring the Air due to its underwhelming performance made sense. But with Apple silicon, the new Airs are fantastic. Since your field of study doesn’t necessarily need a high-performance machine, the current Air lineup would work well for you. It will be much quicker than your current model, and it has better battery life and thermal management.

15-inch M3 Air with 16GB RAM.

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Dariel said:

Zion said:
Based on what you need, the 15 inch MacBook Air seems like a better fit and it’s a lot cheaper than the 16 inch MacBook Pro you’re considering. Have you checked out the Air lineup yet?

To add on to this. In the past, ignoring the Air due to its underwhelming performance made sense. But with Apple silicon, the new Airs are fantastic. Since your field of study doesn’t necessarily need a high-performance machine, the current Air lineup would work well for you. It will be much quicker than your current model, and it has better battery life and thermal management.

15-inch M3 Air with 16GB RAM.

Just to clarify, you meant M2 Air; they haven’t updated the Air with M3 chips yet.

The M2 Air is actually three times faster in CPU and GPU compared to your 2015 MacBook Pro, so it would be a significant upgrade.

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Cassian said:

Dariel said:
Zion said:
Based on what you need, the 15 inch MacBook Air seems like a better fit and it’s a lot cheaper than the 16 inch MacBook Pro you’re considering. Have you checked out the Air lineup yet?

To add on to this. In the past, ignoring the Air due to its underwhelming performance made sense. But with Apple silicon, the new Airs are fantastic. Since your field of study doesn’t necessarily need a high-performance machine, the current Air lineup would work well for you. It will be much quicker than your current model, and it has better battery life and thermal management.

15-inch M3 Air with 16GB RAM.

Just to clarify, you meant M2 Air; they haven’t updated the Air with M3 chips yet.

The M2 Air is actually three times faster in CPU and GPU compared to your 2015 MacBook Pro, so it would be a significant upgrade.

Thanks for pointing that out. I mistakenly thought they’d released M3 Airs too. But I still think the point stands.

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Dariel said:

Zion said:
Based on what you need, the 15 inch MacBook Air seems like a better fit and it’s a lot cheaper than the 16 inch MacBook Pro you’re considering. Have you checked out the Air lineup yet?

To add on to this. In the past, ignoring the Air due to its underwhelming performance made sense. But with Apple silicon, the new Airs are fantastic. Since your field of study doesn’t necessarily need a high-performance machine, the current Air lineup would work well for you. It will be much quicker than your current model, and it has better battery life and thermal management.

15-inch M3 Air with 16GB RAM.

The MacBook Air is no longer just the entry-level model; it’s now one of the best for its price and performance.

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Dariel said:

Zion said:
Based on what you need, the 15 inch MacBook Air seems like a better fit and it’s a lot cheaper than the 16 inch MacBook Pro you’re considering. Have you checked out the Air lineup yet?

To add on to this. In the past, ignoring the Air due to its underwhelming performance made sense. But with Apple silicon, the new Airs are fantastic. Since your field of study doesn’t necessarily need a high-performance machine, the current Air lineup would work well for you. It will be much quicker than your current model, and it has better battery life and thermal management.

15-inch M3 Air with 16GB RAM.

Definitely looking into that! It’s been so long since I shopped for a laptop, I was still thinking of ignoring the Air, but if it’s become such a strong competitor, I’ll definitely consider it!

Thanks a lot.

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Based on your needs like some light photo editing and general use, I don’t think it’s worth it.

You’re a light user, and there’s no need for a ‘pro’ laptop if we’re assessing its worth.

If I were you, I’d try a non-pro model or even a cheaper Windows option.

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Reagan said:
Based on your needs like some light photo editing and general use, I don’t think it’s worth it.

You’re a light user, and there’s no need for a ‘pro’ laptop if we’re assessing its worth.

If I were you, I’d try a non-pro model or even a cheaper Windows option.

My concern is wanting to future-proof it for my hobbies and ensure it’s strong enough for potential courses my boyfriend might be considering.

I’m not looking into Windows. I have a PC and typically prefer using my current Pro and find the Apple OS much more user-friendly. But I will definitely consider the Air as I weigh my options.

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Petronilla said:

Reagan said:
Based on your needs like some light photo editing and general use, I don’t think it’s worth it.

You’re a light user, and there’s no need for a ‘pro’ laptop if we’re assessing its worth.

If I were you, I’d try a non-pro model or even a cheaper Windows option.

My concern is wanting to future-proof it for my hobbies and ensure it’s strong enough for potential courses my boyfriend might be considering.

I’m not looking into Windows. I have a PC and typically prefer using my current Pro and find the Apple OS much more user-friendly. But I will definitely consider the Air as I weigh my options.

Future-proofing isn’t really as useful when the future is uncertain and you don’t have a clear grasp on computer specs.

For instance, a good form of future-proofing is when someone buys a powerful GPU to run demanding games down the road; but my dad bought an M1 Max MacBook Pro with 64 GB RAM and 2 TB storage when all he does online is browse and write documents. His RAM is hardly used, and the CPU and GPU remain idle. A lot of that storage is unused.

A 15-inch MacBook Air with M2 chip will be three times faster in CPU and GPU activities compared to your 2015 model; plus it’s silent, cool to the touch, and has all-day battery life. Just make sure you get the model with a 15-inch display.

You can snag the 15-inch model with 16 GB RAM and 512 GB storage for around $1449 at Best Buy.

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Cassian said:

Petronilla said:
Reagan said:
Based on your needs like some light photo editing and general use, I don’t think it’s worth it.

You’re a light user, and there’s no need for a ‘pro’ laptop if we’re assessing its worth.

If I were you, I’d try a non-pro model or even a cheaper Windows option.

My concern is wanting to future-proof it for my hobbies and ensure it’s strong enough for potential courses my boyfriend might be considering.

I’m not looking into Windows. I have a PC and typically prefer using my current Pro and find the Apple OS much more user-friendly. But I will definitely consider the Air as I weigh my options.

Future-proofing isn’t really as useful when the future is uncertain and you don’t have a clear grasp on computer specs.

For instance, a good form of future-proofing is when someone buys a powerful GPU to run demanding games down the road; but my dad bought an M1 Max MacBook Pro with 64 GB RAM and 2 TB storage when all he does online is browse and write documents. His RAM is hardly used, and the CPU and GPU remain idle. A lot of that storage is unused.

A 15-inch MacBook Air with M2 chip will be three times faster in CPU and GPU activities compared to your 2015 model; plus it’s silent, cool to the touch, and has all-day battery life. Just make sure you get the model with a 15-inch display.

You can snag the 15-inch model with 16 GB RAM and 512 GB storage for around $1449 at Best Buy.

But what’s wrong with that logic? I’d be thrilled to have a powerful laptop for many years before it starts to show its age. That would easily make it last for 12-14 years. And with the quality of MacBook displays, speakers, portability, and keyboard, it’d be a pleasure to use well into the future, maybe just needing a battery swap.

Think about the environment too. Sure it might consume more power than the latest models, but ultimately, you prevent a lot of landfill waste and reduce carbon emissions by choosing a high-spec laptop.

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Shai said:

Cassian said:
Petronilla said:
Reagan said:
Based on your needs like some light photo editing and general use, I don’t think it’s worth it.

You’re a light user, and there’s no need for a ‘pro’ laptop if we’re assessing its worth.

If I were you, I’d try a non-pro model or even a cheaper Windows option.

My concern is wanting to future-proof it for my hobbies and ensure it’s strong enough for potential courses my boyfriend might be considering.

I’m not looking into Windows. I have a PC and typically prefer using my current Pro and find the Apple OS much more user-friendly. But I will definitely consider the Air as I weigh my options.

Future-proofing isn’t really as useful when the future is uncertain and you don’t have a clear grasp on computer specs.

For instance, a good form of future-proofing is when someone buys a powerful GPU to run demanding games down the road; but my dad bought an M1 Max MacBook Pro with 64 GB RAM and 2 TB storage when all he does online is browse and write documents. His RAM is hardly used, and the CPU and GPU remain idle. A lot of that storage is unused.

A 15-inch MacBook Air with M2 chip will be three times faster in CPU and GPU activities compared to your 2015 model; plus it’s silent, cool to the touch, and has all-day battery life. Just make sure you get the model with a 15-inch display.

You can snag the 15-inch model with 16 GB RAM and 512 GB storage for around $1449 at Best Buy.

But what’s wrong with that logic? I’d be thrilled to have a powerful laptop for many years before it starts to show its age. That would easily make it last for 12-14 years. And with the quality of MacBook displays, speakers, portability, and keyboard, it’d be a pleasure to use well into the future, maybe just needing a battery swap.

Think about the environment too. Sure it might consume more power than the latest models, but ultimately, you prevent a lot of landfill waste and reduce carbon emissions by choosing a high-spec laptop.

The issue is that tasks like web browsing and document editing won’t utilize that powerful computing ability. So you’d be spending money on what you won’t really require.

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Cassian said:

Petronilla said:
Reagan said:
Based on your needs like some light photo editing and general use, I don’t think it’s worth it.

You’re a light user, and there’s no need for a ‘pro’ laptop if we’re assessing its worth.

If I were you, I’d try a non-pro model or even a cheaper Windows option.

My concern is wanting to future-proof it for my hobbies and ensure it’s strong enough for potential courses my boyfriend might be considering.

I’m not looking into Windows. I have a PC and typically prefer using my current Pro and find the Apple OS much more user-friendly. But I will definitely consider the Air as I weigh my options.

Future-proofing isn’t really as useful when the future is uncertain and you don’t have a clear grasp on computer specs.

For instance, a good form of future-proofing is when someone buys a powerful GPU to run demanding games down the road; but my dad bought an M1 Max MacBook Pro with 64 GB RAM and 2 TB storage when all he does online is browse and write documents. His RAM is hardly used, and the CPU and GPU remain idle. A lot of that storage is unused.

A 15-inch MacBook Air with M2 chip will be three times faster in CPU and GPU activities compared to your 2015 model; plus it’s silent, cool to the touch, and has all-day battery life. Just make sure you get the model with a 15-inch display.

You can snag the 15-inch model with 16 GB RAM and 512 GB storage for around $1449 at Best Buy.

This user is probably one of those cases where 16 GB RAM isn’t even necessary, but it’s still a better option in terms of resale value.

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Cassian said:

Petronilla said:
Reagan said:
Based on your needs like some light photo editing and general use, I don’t think it’s worth it.

You’re a light user, and there’s no need for a ‘pro’ laptop if we’re assessing its worth.

If I were you, I’d try a non-pro model or even a cheaper Windows option.

My concern is wanting to future-proof it for my hobbies and ensure it’s strong enough for potential courses my boyfriend might be considering.

I’m not looking into Windows. I have a PC and typically prefer using my current Pro and find the Apple OS much more user-friendly. But I will definitely consider the Air as I weigh my options.

Future-proofing isn’t really as useful when the future is uncertain and you don’t have a clear grasp on computer specs.

For instance, a good form of future-proofing is when someone buys a powerful GPU to run demanding games down the road; but my dad bought an M1 Max MacBook Pro with 64 GB RAM and 2 TB storage when all he does online is browse and write documents. His RAM is hardly used, and the CPU and GPU remain idle. A lot of that storage is unused.

A 15-inch MacBook Air with M2 chip will be three times faster in CPU and GPU activities compared to your 2015 model; plus it’s silent, cool to the touch, and has all-day battery life. Just make sure you get the model with a 15-inch display.

You can snag the 15-inch model with 16 GB RAM and 512 GB storage for around $1449 at Best Buy.

I see your point about future-proofing possibly being unnecessary, but I think I have different computer-related hobby interests than your dad does :sweat_smile:

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Petronilla said:

Cassian said:
Petronilla said:
Reagan said:
Based on your needs like some light photo editing and general use, I don’t think it’s worth it.

You’re a light user, and there’s no need for a ‘pro’ laptop if we’re assessing its worth.

If I were you, I’d try a non-pro model or even a cheaper Windows option.

My concern is wanting to future-proof it for my hobbies and ensure it’s strong enough for potential courses my boyfriend might be considering.

I’m not looking into Windows. I have a PC and typically prefer using my current Pro and find the Apple OS much more user-friendly. But I will definitely consider the Air as I weigh my options.

Future-proofing isn’t really as useful when the future is uncertain and you don’t have a clear grasp on computer specs.

For instance, a good form of future-proofing is when someone buys a powerful GPU to run demanding games down the road; but my dad bought an M1 Max MacBook Pro with 64 GB RAM and 2 TB storage when all he does online is browse and write documents. His RAM is hardly used, and the CPU and GPU remain idle. A lot of that storage is unused.

A 15-inch MacBook Air with M2 chip will be three times faster in CPU and GPU activities compared to your 2015 model; plus it’s silent, cool to the touch, and has all-day battery life. Just make sure you get the model with a 15-inch display.

You can snag the 15-inch model with 16 GB RAM and 512 GB storage for around $1449 at Best Buy.

I see your point about future-proofing possibly being unnecessary, but I think I have different computer-related hobby interests than your dad does :sweat_smile:

Check out Apple’s website and chat with someone there. Inform them about your needs, and they’ll offer personalized suggestions for you. Also, look up the programs you’re interested in using and see their minimum requirements.

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Dallas said:

Petronilla said:
Cassian said:
Petronilla said:
Reagan said:
Based on your needs like some light photo editing and general use, I don’t think it’s worth it.

You’re a light user, and there’s no need for a ‘pro’ laptop if we’re assessing its worth.

If I were you, I’d try a non-pro model or even a cheaper Windows option.

My concern is wanting to future-proof it for my hobbies and ensure it’s strong enough for potential courses my boyfriend might be considering.

I’m not looking into Windows. I have a PC and typically prefer using my current Pro and find the Apple OS much more user-friendly. But I will definitely consider the Air as I weigh my options.

Future-proofing isn’t really as useful when the future is uncertain and you don’t have a clear grasp on computer specs.

For instance, a good form of future-proofing is when someone buys a powerful GPU to run demanding games down the road; but my dad bought an M1 Max MacBook Pro with 64 GB RAM and 2 TB storage when all he does online is browse and write documents. His RAM is hardly used, and the CPU and GPU remain idle. A lot of that storage is unused.

A 15-inch MacBook Air with M2 chip will be three times faster in CPU and GPU activities compared to your 2015 model; plus it’s silent, cool to the touch, and has all-day battery life. Just make sure you get the model with a 15-inch display.

You can snag the 15-inch model with 16 GB RAM and 512 GB storage for around $1449 at Best Buy.

I see your point about future-proofing possibly being unnecessary, but I think I have different computer-related hobby interests than your dad does :sweat_smile:

Check out Apple’s website and chat with someone there. Inform them about your needs, and they’ll offer personalized suggestions for you. Also, look up the programs you’re interested in using and see their minimum requirements.

I didn’t know Apple offered that. I always assumed their goal was to sell the highest model.

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Petronilla said:

Dallas said:
Petronilla said:
Cassian said:
Petronilla said:
Reagan said:
Based on your needs like some light photo editing and general use, I don’t think it’s worth it.

You’re a light user, and there’s no need for a ‘pro’ laptop if we’re assessing its worth.

If I were you, I’d try a non-pro model or even a cheaper Windows option.

My concern is wanting to future-proof it for my hobbies and ensure it’s strong enough for potential courses my boyfriend might be considering.

I’m not looking into Windows. I have a PC and typically prefer using my current Pro and find the Apple OS much more user-friendly. But I will definitely consider the Air as I weigh my options.

Future-proofing isn’t really as useful when the future is uncertain and you don’t have a clear grasp on computer specs.

For instance, a good form of future-proofing is when someone buys a powerful GPU to run demanding games down the road; but my dad bought an M1 Max MacBook Pro with 64 GB RAM and 2 TB storage when all he does online is browse and write documents. His RAM is hardly used, and the CPU and GPU remain idle. A lot of that storage is unused.

A 15-inch MacBook Air with M2 chip will be three times faster in CPU and GPU activities compared to your 2015 model; plus it’s silent, cool to the touch, and has all-day battery life. Just make sure you get the model with a 15-inch display.

You can snag the 15-inch model with 16 GB RAM and 512 GB storage for around $1449 at Best Buy.

I see your point about future-proofing possibly being unnecessary, but I think I have different computer-related hobby interests than your dad does :sweat_smile:

Check out Apple’s website and chat with someone there. Inform them about your needs, and they’ll offer personalized suggestions for you. Also, look up the programs you’re interested in using and see their minimum requirements.

I didn’t know Apple offered that. I always assumed their goal was to sell the highest model.

From my experience working at Apple, their job is not to sell you the most expensive model. No one earns commission there, and they’d prefer you buy a machine that fits your needs and budget. If you need a base model, that’s totally fine. They really focus on helping you find what’s best for you.

In fact, I have suggested Android phones and PC laptops to customers when Apple’s products weren’t suitable for them. Most employees genuinely want to help.

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Fraser said:

Petronilla said:
Dallas said:
Petronilla said:
Cassian said:
Petronilla said:
Reagan said:
Based on your needs like some light photo editing and general use, I don’t think it’s worth it.

You’re a light user, and there’s no need for a ‘pro’ laptop if we’re assessing its worth.

If I were you, I’d try a non-pro model or even a cheaper Windows option.

My concern is wanting to future-proof it for my hobbies and ensure it’s strong enough for potential courses my boyfriend might be considering.

I’m not looking into Windows. I have a PC and typically prefer using my current Pro and find the Apple OS much more user-friendly. But I will definitely consider the Air as I weigh my options.

Future-proofing isn’t really as useful when the future is uncertain and you don’t have a clear grasp on computer specs.

For instance, a good form of future-proofing is when someone buys a powerful GPU to run demanding games down the road; but my dad bought an M1 Max MacBook Pro with 64 GB RAM and 2 TB storage when all he does online is browse and write documents. His RAM is hardly used, and the CPU and GPU remain idle. A lot of that storage is unused.

A 15-inch MacBook Air with M2 chip will be three times faster in CPU and GPU activities compared to your 2015 model; plus it’s silent, cool to the touch, and has all-day battery life. Just make sure you get the model with a 15-inch display.

You can snag the 15-inch model with 16 GB RAM and 512 GB storage for around $1449 at Best Buy.

I see your point about future-proofing possibly being unnecessary, but I think I have different computer-related hobby interests than your dad does :sweat_smile:

Check out Apple’s website and chat with someone there. Inform them about your needs, and they’ll offer personalized suggestions for you. Also, look up the programs you’re interested in using and see their minimum requirements.

I didn’t know Apple offered that. I always assumed their goal was to sell the highest model.

From my experience working at Apple, their job is not to sell you the most expensive model. No one earns commission there, and they’d prefer you buy a machine that fits your needs and budget. If you need a base model, that’s totally fine. They really focus on helping you find what’s best for you.

In fact, I have suggested Android phones and PC laptops to customers when Apple’s products weren’t suitable for them. Most employees genuinely want to help.

That’s good to hear! I’ve mainly used Apple for AirTags, while everything else was through Best Buy and the Apple rep there wasn’t always the most knowledgeable. So, I will for sure reach out to some Apple folks! Thanks!

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Petronilla said:

Fraser said:
Petronilla said:
Dallas said:
Petronilla said:
Cassian said:
Petronilla said:
Reagan said:
Based on your needs like some light photo editing and general use, I don’t think it’s worth it.

You’re a light user, and there’s no need for a ‘pro’ laptop if we’re assessing its worth.

If I were you, I’d try a non-pro model or even a cheaper Windows option.

My concern is wanting to future-proof it for my hobbies and ensure it’s strong enough for potential courses my boyfriend might be considering.

I’m not looking into Windows. I have a PC and typically prefer using my current Pro and find the Apple OS much more user-friendly. But I will definitely consider the Air as I weigh my options.

Future-proofing isn’t really as useful when the future is uncertain and you don’t have a clear grasp on computer specs.

For instance, a good form of future-proofing is when someone buys a powerful GPU to run demanding games down the road; but my dad bought an M1 Max MacBook Pro with 64 GB RAM and 2 TB storage when all he does online is browse and write documents. His RAM is hardly used, and the CPU and GPU remain idle. A lot of that storage is unused.

A 15-inch MacBook Air with M2 chip will be three times faster in CPU and GPU activities compared to your 2015 model; plus it’s silent, cool to the touch, and has all-day battery life. Just make sure you get the model with a 15-inch display.

You can snag the 15-inch model with 16 GB RAM and 512 GB storage for around $1449 at Best Buy.

I see your point about future-proofing possibly being unnecessary, but I think I have different computer-related hobby interests than your dad does :sweat_smile:

Check out Apple’s website and chat with someone there. Inform them about your needs, and they’ll offer personalized suggestions for you. Also, look up the programs you’re interested in using and see their minimum requirements.

I didn’t know Apple offered that. I always assumed their goal was to sell the highest model.

From my experience working at Apple, their job is not to sell you the most expensive model. No one earns commission there, and they’d prefer you buy a machine that fits your needs and budget. If you need a base model, that’s totally fine. They really focus on helping you find what’s best for you.

In fact, I have suggested Android phones and PC laptops to customers when Apple’s products weren’t suitable for them. Most employees genuinely want to help.

That’s good to hear! I’ve mainly used Apple for AirTags, while everything else was through Best Buy and the Apple rep there wasn’t always the most knowledgeable. So, I will for sure reach out to some Apple folks! Thanks!

Sales staff at Best Buy aren’t typically trained as well in customer service, at least from what I’ve seen. Nice folks, but the Apple store experience is really different.

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Fraser said:

Petronilla said:
Fraser said:
Petronilla said:
Dallas said:
Petronilla said:
Cassian said:
Petronilla said:
Reagan said:
Based on your needs like some light photo editing and general use, I don’t think it’s worth it.

You’re a light user, and there’s no need for a ‘pro’ laptop if we’re assessing its worth.

If I were you, I’d try a non-pro model or even a cheaper Windows option.

My concern is wanting to future-proof it for my hobbies and ensure it’s strong enough for potential courses my boyfriend might be considering.

I’m not looking into Windows. I have a PC and typically prefer using my current Pro and find the Apple OS much more user-friendly. But I will definitely consider the Air as I weigh my options.

Future-proofing isn’t really as useful when the future is uncertain and you don’t have a clear grasp on computer specs.

For instance, a good form of future-proofing is when someone buys a powerful GPU to run demanding games down the road; but my dad bought an M1 Max MacBook Pro with 64 GB RAM and 2 TB storage when all he does online is browse and write documents. His RAM is hardly used, and the CPU and GPU remain idle. A lot of that storage is unused.

A 15-inch MacBook Air with M2 chip will be three times faster in CPU and GPU activities compared to your 2015 model; plus it’s silent, cool to the touch, and has all-day battery life. Just make sure you get the model with a 15-inch display.

You can snag the 15-inch model with 16 GB RAM and 512 GB storage for around $1449 at Best Buy.

I see your point about future-proofing possibly being unnecessary, but I think I have different computer-related hobby interests than your dad does :sweat_smile:

Check out Apple’s website and chat with someone there. Inform them about your needs, and they’ll offer personalized suggestions for you. Also, look up the programs you’re interested in using and see their minimum requirements.

I didn’t know Apple offered that. I always assumed their goal was to sell the highest model.

From my experience working at Apple, their job is not to sell you the most expensive model. No one earns commission there, and they’d prefer you buy a machine that fits your needs and budget. If you need a base model, that’s totally fine. They really focus on helping you find what’s best for you.

In fact, I have suggested Android phones and PC laptops to customers when Apple’s products weren’t suitable for them. Most employees genuinely want to help.

That’s good to hear! I’ve mainly used Apple for AirTags, while everything else was through Best Buy and the Apple rep there wasn’t always the most knowledgeable. So, I will for sure reach out to some Apple folks! Thanks!

Sales staff at Best Buy aren’t typically trained as well in customer service, at least from what I’ve seen. Nice folks, but the Apple store experience is really different.

This was a guy who claimed he was from Apple, which surprised me given his lack of knowledge. Do you know if the student discount can be applied in store or only online?