MacBook Pro 14” vs. 16” | Which One I Chose and Why?

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Are you getting the amazingly fast and power efficient 2021 M1 Pro/Max MacBook Pro Laptop but can’t decide on the 14-inch or 16-inch model? By far the hardest decision for me this year with tech is which size MacBook Pro to get, the 14” or the 16”? Are you also in the same boat?
Let’s look at the similarities and differences between the 14 and 16-inch MacBook Pros to see if the deciding between the two can be easier. I’ll also share which one I chose at the end, I think… for now…
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  • @Stiggi2010
    @Stiggi20102 жыл бұрын

    I cherish each moment that my biggest problem is choosing between 14" and 16". And it should be said, that I have never been in so much doubt concerning my Macbook purchase decision.

  • @Tech4Baba

    @Tech4Baba

    2 жыл бұрын

    Glad you do, too! Thanks for watching and sharing, Stig! It's indeed a tough choice since they are both so good. What did you end up with?

  • @bendy_rabbit

    @bendy_rabbit

    2 жыл бұрын

    I'm in the same boat. I've watched a ton of videos over the past two weeks on these two laptops and am now farther from a decision than when I first started.

  • @Stiggi2010

    @Stiggi2010

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@Tech4Baba I ended up with the 16" and haven't regretted it one bit. For me bigger screen is just better all-round. Even though 16" weighs a lot, I got used to it really quickly and don't even think about it anymore.

  • @SpiritGT94

    @SpiritGT94

    Жыл бұрын

    ​@@bendy_rabbit sameeee 🥲

  • @oliverpolden
    @oliverpolden2 жыл бұрын

    Laptops are so compact nowadays that one can’t really say the 16” is not portable. It’s basically as portable as a 2010 13”. When you consider the 16” has a larger screen (relatively smaller notch and menu bar), larger trackpad, better speakers, better thermals and larger battery that not only will keep you going for longer but also have a longer life span as it won’t be so taxed… all that for just 200 more? But… it is nice to have something that is so portable in the 14”, but I’m here to do work, not have a laptop that’s as easy to transport as possible.

  • @bernios3446
    @bernios34462 жыл бұрын

    ...it is the most difficult question. In terms of performance and most other specs, the 14" would be fine for my needs. However being used a 5k Apple Display (27") for the last 3 years, 14 inch just seems tiny to me. Also, if you really need more space and don't have to walk around all day with it, one can connect an iPad 12.9" pro to the 14" via sidecar and end up with more real estate than the 16", and hardly more weight. Menues and buttons/ sliders on the iPad, main viewer on the Macbook.

  • @americanprincess851
    @americanprincess851 Жыл бұрын

    I think that you made the right decision. I’m saving up for the 16 inch now. I have the 15 inch from 2014, it’s time for an upgrade.

  • @AsneakyPoptart
    @AsneakyPoptart2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for the video! Great comparison! I'm going to wait until I go into an Apple store and check them out in person before I make a decision. I'm currently rocking a 15" 2012 MBP Retina (this thing's still a beast) so regardless of what I choose, it's going to be a massive upgrade for me. I'm very excited.

  • @Tech4Baba

    @Tech4Baba

    2 жыл бұрын

    Glad to hear. Thanks for watching and letting me know, ASneakyPoptart! Yup, both great choices. Let me know which one you end up choosing.

  • @fredrickdavis6958
    @fredrickdavis6958 Жыл бұрын

    Awesome review. I am a photographer and need a laptop when on the go. I have been trying to determined should I get the 14in or the 16in...

  • @WillKlein
    @WillKlein2 жыл бұрын

    Solid take! I opted for the 14" because I could pick it up with one hand comfortably. My older 15" always felt too heavy. I'll have to see how happy I am with the 14" screen size after some real use.

  • @Tech4Baba

    @Tech4Baba

    2 жыл бұрын

    Yes, 14" is great for portability! Thanks for watching and sharing, Will! Let me know how it goes for you after some real use. Enjoy your new tool!

  • @alexv8203

    @alexv8203

    Жыл бұрын

    How do you like the 14 inch MBP?

  • @CaptainCreate
    @CaptainCreate2 жыл бұрын

    Great video! Went through the same process, debating over which size to purchase. The screen on the 16 is something to behold.

  • @Tech4Baba

    @Tech4Baba

    2 жыл бұрын

    Indeed! Thanks for watching and letting me know, Captain Create! Happy New Year!

  • @TopGamesEntertainment
    @TopGamesEntertainment2 жыл бұрын

    Your channel is great .. thx man ..keep going

  • @Tech4Baba

    @Tech4Baba

    2 жыл бұрын

    So glad to hear! Thanks for watching and your support, man 1! Stay well!

  • @ghas4151
    @ghas41512 жыл бұрын

    The 16” is great if you want to be mobile within the same area (ie home or workplace). If you work “on the road” then the 14” would be more suitable. Though you can make both work for any situation.

  • @reardelt

    @reardelt

    Жыл бұрын

    The trackpad is too big. Your palm rests on it and it causes unecessary gestures.

  • @blahblah-vg3hh

    @blahblah-vg3hh

    Жыл бұрын

    This is the answer. I got the 14in but I'm no longer a student. Mostly stay at home and plug in to my 32" monitor. If i want to unplug and want to do some coding in bed or the couch, the 14 is too cramped. Will upgrade to M2 16in when it comes out for sure.

  • @kobefan2472
    @kobefan2472 Жыл бұрын

    I just ordered the 14 inch m2 max a couple days ago and now I'm debating should I have gone for the 16

  • @dawgcanjumphigh
    @dawgcanjumphigh2 жыл бұрын

    I have the M1 13" MacBook Pro. That thing can edit pretty much any video. I got it in April. I'd get the 14" one since I need a portable machine. I need those extra ports on the laptop.

  • @Tech4Baba

    @Tech4Baba

    2 жыл бұрын

    Yeah, the M1 Macs are still very capable but so glad the ports are back. Thanks for watching and sharing, Ronald! Stay well.

  • @akshay5569
    @akshay55692 жыл бұрын

    How is the paid home and students version of ms office in mac?? For my accademics ms office is necessary and are there any bugs

  • @itsmrrodriguez
    @itsmrrodriguez2 жыл бұрын

    Excellent Review and Explanation! I ordered the 14 but after going to my local Best Buy I had to order the 16 inch and will be returning the 14 inch! I plan on working with Final Cut Prob and Lightroom Classic. I already have a 13 M1 MacBook Air at home, so that can be used for portability if necessary. I have the 2017 27 inch IMac so that’s my other option. I don’t have a monitor set up like some people do. So this is going to be amazing to edit on. Great review! Thank you! Keep it up!

  • @Tech4Baba

    @Tech4Baba

    2 жыл бұрын

    Good choice! 😁 M1 MBA and the 16" make a great combo indeed. Thanks for watching and your support, Jeff! Enjoy your new tool!

  • @edimarjunior5675

    @edimarjunior5675

    2 жыл бұрын

    Wait, are you buying a portable device but for when you need portability you have another device??? I missed the point.

  • @itsmrrodriguez

    @itsmrrodriguez

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@edimarjunior5675 Not sure how portable a 16 inch will be, never used one before. But I highly doubt I’ll be able to place it on a airplane tray table let’s say… That was my point.. sort of.

  • @Twisteditup
    @Twisteditup Жыл бұрын

    the way you picked up the 14 inch by the screen killed me on the inside lmao

  • @OrigamiCalm
    @OrigamiCalm2 жыл бұрын

    I bought the 14in and after morning of setting it up my wrists are really sore from the hard edge of the MacBook. My older Macbook is bigger and I haven't had this problem with it. So.. will be upgrading to the 16in! Thank you for a great review. It was useful to see the sizes of the different keyboard areas.

  • @Tech4Baba

    @Tech4Baba

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for watching and sharing, Origami Calm! Enjoy your 16"!!

  • @xjmzrq
    @xjmzrq2 жыл бұрын

    Nice job! Thanks for sharing.

  • @Tech4Baba

    @Tech4Baba

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for watching and letting me know, meandmymonkey! Happy New Year!

  • @egypt0
    @egypt02 жыл бұрын

    I had the same choice and bought the standard Silver 16 inch M1 Pro 1TB version.

  • @Tech4Baba

    @Tech4Baba

    2 жыл бұрын

    Good choice! 👍 Thanks for watching and sharing, Yasser! Enjoy it!

  • @umusachi
    @umusachi2 жыл бұрын

    Great comparison. Thanks

  • @Tech4Baba

    @Tech4Baba

    2 жыл бұрын

    Glad to hear. Thanks for watching and letting me know, liminal! Stay well.

  • @iphoneappverse7631
    @iphoneappverse7631 Жыл бұрын

    It's more than just the weight of the 16", it has a very different ergonomic profile compared to the 14. You get a bigger trackpad with the 16", but the keyboard is also pushed much farther in. I tried both for a month and kept the 14". As someone with smaller hands, I found the position for my hands to be much more comfortable on the 14". The 14" also feels much less awkward in my lap, or on one leg, or in one hand when the lid was open. I felt that I needed to use the 16" farther away from my lap in order to have an acceptable viewing distance for the larger screen. I can see why the 16" would be totally preferred for people with larger/stronger hands or eyesight issues.

  • @Tech4Baba

    @Tech4Baba

    Жыл бұрын

    Thanks for watching and sharing your insights, iphoneappverse! What do you use your 14" for mostly?

  • @flighted2513

    @flighted2513

    Жыл бұрын

    yeah, monkeytype 1 minute test i got 160 wpm on the 14 inch, on 16 inch it was 138.

  • @AnthonyP1234

    @AnthonyP1234

    Жыл бұрын

    You should never use your laptop above your lap directly because of EMF radiation and the effects they cause on reducing testosterone and overall harm of your organs.. It is actually best practice to use the laptop towards your knees, or even better a laptop tray if you are on the sofa, coupled with an ethernet port, Wi-Fi turned off, and Bluetooth turned off, which minimises the amount of EMF radiation being exposed.

  • @rmthull
    @rmthull Жыл бұрын

    I went for the 16”. I had a 17” windows laptop and was worried 16” would be too small. It isn’t. I don’t take it out much and I also have it hooked up to an ultra wide monitor when I work. But it’s nice to have a nice sized screen when working away from my ultra wide.

  • @Tech4Baba

    @Tech4Baba

    Жыл бұрын

    Thanks for watching and sharing, Rich! Same here. Mine is hooked up to a big monitor most of the time but the 16" screen is great when I'm not at my desk. Happy New Year!

  • @tuanabc92
    @tuanabc922 жыл бұрын

    Thanks very much for the review, its help alot for my decision!

  • @Tech4Baba

    @Tech4Baba

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for watching, tuanabc92! Which one did you end up getting?

  • @tuanabc92

    @tuanabc92

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@Tech4Baba I just bought the space gray 14 inch and I love it! ^^

  • @thechuck29
    @thechuck292 жыл бұрын

    great review!!!! I personally went with the 14' because of portability, and I'm not losing in terms of performance. The 16' is a beautiful machine and that screen, omg!!! But for me, the 14' works better.

  • @Tech4Baba

    @Tech4Baba

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for watching and sharing, thechuck29! 14" for portability certainly. Enjoy your new tool!

  • @ghas4151

    @ghas4151

    2 жыл бұрын

    If you go for the M1 Max then 16” will give you better sustained performance due to the better cooling.

  • @cagr2996
    @cagr29962 жыл бұрын

    Thanks most helpfull video on KZread.

  • @Tech4Baba

    @Tech4Baba

    2 жыл бұрын

    Glad to hear. Thanks for watching and letting me know, Çağrı! Let me know what you end up with. Stay well.

  • @caclinhhon
    @caclinhhon Жыл бұрын

    thanks, very usefull comparion video.

  • @Tech4Baba

    @Tech4Baba

    Жыл бұрын

    Thanks for watching, Minh! Which one are you planning to get or do you have?

  • @ithedesign
    @ithedesign2 жыл бұрын

    Hi ! I am jumping from Macbook 15inch 2013 with a small trackpad.. i was always using the bigger screen , but I am not sure about the super huge trackpad in the new Macbook. Did you have hard time to get used to it? Should I consider the 14inch instead?

  • @Tech4Baba

    @Tech4Baba

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for watching and asking, ITHEDESIGN! No, it was easy to get used to. I would not consider the 14-inch for the smaller trackpad. Good luck with your decision!

  • @alaaemam1242
    @alaaemam12422 жыл бұрын

    This is by far, the most balanced infancy, simplified comparison ................. Thank you soooo much

  • @Tech4Baba

    @Tech4Baba

    2 жыл бұрын

    Glad to hear. Thanks for watching and letting me know, Alaa! Do you plan to get one or the other?

  • @oldscribe6153
    @oldscribe61532 жыл бұрын

    16 inch! Most of my work is journalistic and writing and the extra real estate mean that Apps like Scrivener and Atticus are unbeatable on the larger screen. Yep! The 16 inch is the keeper for me. It means I have a desktop (almost) wherever I use this laptop.

  • @Tech4Baba

    @Tech4Baba

    2 жыл бұрын

    Yes, the 16" screen is awesome! Thanks for watching and sharing, Old Scribe! Enjoy your new tool.

  • @timogronroos4642
    @timogronroos46422 жыл бұрын

    I wanted the 16. Then I went to the store to check them out. 16 was way too heavy to be carried around and decided I should go with the 14. Couple of days ago I went to the store again and now the 16 didn't seem that big anymore. This is way too difficult. If I only could get them both for one whole day and I would know. I really want to use it also as "laptop" outside in garden and I would need to keep the 16 on my lap for couple of hours to know, if it's ok for that. Do you have tested the 16 on your lap for any extended period of time and how did it feel? Blood still circulating on both feet? ;)

  • @Tech4Baba

    @Tech4Baba

    2 жыл бұрын

    I hear you, Timo Grönroos! Thanks for watching and sharing! Tough choice, indeed! And yes, my blood still flows after using mine on my lap. :-) Happy New Year!

  • @j.echevarria8630
    @j.echevarria86302 жыл бұрын

    Went with 16. Never had anything other than a 13 before. The extra power, better thermals, and battery sold me. It has other better features over the 14 but those were most important for me. It really isnt that heavy ir big to me. I think it can be a bad experience on a plane bit will test that out soon.

  • @reardelt

    @reardelt

    Жыл бұрын

    The trackpad is huge. It causes unecessary tap gestures.

  • @nieznaszmnie00
    @nieznaszmnie002 жыл бұрын

    Do you perhaps still have older macbook pro 15 inch (for example from 2015) and could compare it's size side by side with new 14 and 16 inch macbooks? I plan to switch from old 15 inch macbook and can't decide if 14 inch would be enough.

  • @18anrv

    @18anrv

    Жыл бұрын

    Hey, I kinda have the same problem right now, what did you get at the end? And is it the right decision for you?

  • @AlejandroGarcia-nh1wc

    @AlejandroGarcia-nh1wc

    5 ай бұрын

    A bit too late but, the macbook pro 2015 is the exact same size as the MacBook pro 16 inch. I just did this comparison at the store yesterday

  • @nieznaszmnie00

    @nieznaszmnie00

    5 ай бұрын

    @@AlejandroGarcia-nh1wc I already forgot about this comment but thanks :) and I can now say that in fact 2015 pro 15 inch is marginally wider than new 16 inch so if anyone with pro 2015 is still thinking about the switch to a new model then I recommend going with 16 inch.

  • @davidfield2030
    @davidfield20302 жыл бұрын

    Very helpful review, Was the sharp edge of the laptops uncomfortable when typing? Thanks

  • @Tech4Baba

    @Tech4Baba

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for watching, David! Both laptops are thin so the edge doesn't bother me. The 16" is bigger so there is more space for my palms to rest on.

  • @LCculater
    @LCculater Жыл бұрын

    Keep it plugged in and 14 is fine, I bought both and sent the 16 back as it’s way too large to pack around

  • @nerijus3000
    @nerijus30002 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for the review. What's the app in taskbar who shows the temperature and fan speed?

  • @Tech4Baba

    @Tech4Baba

    2 жыл бұрын

    TG Pro. Thanks for watching and asking, Nerijus! Stay well.

  • @chhartley
    @chhartley2 жыл бұрын

    Great review! I had the same difficult decisions and agreed with you in the end...that large, nice screen sold me!

  • @Tech4Baba

    @Tech4Baba

    2 жыл бұрын

    Yeah, still glad I went with the 16" display! Thanks for watching and letting me know, Chad! Enjoy your new tool! Happy New Year!

  • @harrison00xXx
    @harrison00xXx Жыл бұрын

    Since i use the MacBook Pro mostly on the go and without external screen (just recently here and there this Sidecar Feature on the iPad as 2nd screen) but its just too small the 11" iPad Air for serious work even as 2nd screen. I was also nearly buying the 14" (with 1TB SSD) but i was then thinking about the really nice, big screen, the 100Wh battery and the noticable better speakers so i was just going for the 16" base model as well. In my opinion only the 13" Base model MacBook Air (M1) or the M1 Pro 16" are the only good performance/price options, at worst the M2 Mac Mini included if its really ONLY Desktop Usage. To be honest the 16" MacBook Pro with 2kg is more handcharming than the very thin iPad Air 5 with a basic cover. The thin iPad is very uncomfortable to hold on, the "thickness" of the MacBook Pro is so much better still not to heavy (for a "regular" sized notebook)

  • @prawnstar9213
    @prawnstar9213 Жыл бұрын

    I’m for the 14”. Coming from a 2020 Dell Inspiron (horrible experience with that computer) I’m super excited for something more portable but can handle very decently hard core Abelton live use!

  • @Tech4Baba

    @Tech4Baba

    Жыл бұрын

    Thanks for watching and sharing, Prawnstar! Yeah, these laptops are very powerful and the 14" is the one to get for portability!

  • @VangArt_Music

    @VangArt_Music

    Жыл бұрын

    does it work well with ableton live? does ableton look small on the 14 inch screen?

  • @AF-rd2vf
    @AF-rd2vf Жыл бұрын

    I chose the 16” M2 but was close to buying the 14” variant. Best laptop I’ve ever owned!

  • @Tech4Baba

    @Tech4Baba

    Жыл бұрын

    Congrats, A F! Thanks for watching. Yes, it is. Mine is still going strong! What do you use it for mostly? Enjoy it!

  • @vernearase3044
    @vernearase30442 жыл бұрын

    Allegedly the M1 Max is clocked lower in the 14" than the 16" due to thermal capacity of the chassis. 16" MacBook Pro, M1 Max with 32 GPU cores, 32 GB RAM, 2 TB SSD. Playing HDR content on this puppy is _gorgeous._ 😁

  • @Tech4Baba

    @Tech4Baba

    2 жыл бұрын

    I heard about that so another reason for me to go 16". 😁 Thanks for watching and sharing, Verne! Yes, the screen is big and gorgeous! Enjoy yours!

  • @zleazybeatz2038

    @zleazybeatz2038

    2 жыл бұрын

    could you buy me one ??

  • @SteelmoonWatches
    @SteelmoonWatches2 жыл бұрын

    The keyboard is too far away in the 16, trackpad is massive. Pita to use.

  • @lordpula1193
    @lordpula11932 жыл бұрын

    4K editing so these are 4K the 16in?

  • @yiruicao9247
    @yiruicao9247 Жыл бұрын

    Can you watch videos on one side and take notes/google on the other side of the 14" screen comfortably?

  • @Tech4Baba

    @Tech4Baba

    Жыл бұрын

    Thanks for watching and asking, Yirui! The windows will be small but I think you can if needed. What size screen do you have now? Are you able to do so on your screen?

  • @jewslikefunk
    @jewslikefunk2 жыл бұрын

    I am coming from a 2013 15” MacBook Pro Retina. I enjoy the screen real estate but it’s been a battle axe lugging it around. In terms of weight, how does the 16” fare? I am tempted because of my proximity to the screen real estate but I don’t want fall into the trap again of lugging around a heavy laptop for another 8/9 years.

  • @Tech4Baba

    @Tech4Baba

    2 жыл бұрын

    Touch choice between screen and portability. The 2021 16" is about the same size as the 2013 15", weights even heavier. Thanks for watching and sharing, JewsLikeFunk! Let me know what you end up choosing. Good luck!

  • @davidashley4386

    @davidashley4386

    Жыл бұрын

    I was in the Apple Store ,I really didn’t think the 16” was heavy at all. It’s just a bigger laptop that takes up more space when travelling.

  • @TomalBhattacharjee
    @TomalBhattacharjee Жыл бұрын

    Short and to the point video. Since you have used all different screen sizes, can you mention that is the 14in screen good enough for editing photos? If I don’t plan to use an external monitor. How small is the 14in in real life compared to 15in. Currently using a 15in windows laptop.

  • @Tech4Baba

    @Tech4Baba

    Жыл бұрын

    Good question, Tomal! I think the 14" is big enough for photo editing. You can always zoom into the photos to see more details. Thanks for watching and asking! Happy New Year!

  • @TomalBhattacharjee

    @TomalBhattacharjee

    Жыл бұрын

    @@Tech4Baba thank you for the reply. happy new year to you as well.

  • @SpiritGT94

    @SpiritGT94

    Жыл бұрын

    ​@Tech4Baba how about for video editing?

  • @moosegoose1282
    @moosegoose12822 жыл бұрын

    for the weight of the 16 inch you can bring a charger. and if you want better display just plug it in a monitor

  • @Tech4Baba

    @Tech4Baba

    2 жыл бұрын

    Yeah, 14" is certainly more portable. Thanks for watching and sharing, HenThaiAddict!

  • @himanshooKsaxena
    @himanshooKsaxena2 ай бұрын

    very informative video, i am also in the same dilemma still :)

  • @Tech4Baba

    @Tech4Baba

    2 ай бұрын

    Good to hear! Thanks for watching and letting me know, @himanshooKsaxena! Both good in their own ways. Let me know which one you end up getting.

  • @tjsound1258
    @tjsound12582 жыл бұрын

    Great review! After receiving a defective 16” M1Pro on Nov 1, I FINALLY got a replacement delivered Monday, Dec 6. I enjojed using a 17” for ten yrs!! I didn’t hesitate. Very happy with the 16”. Like you, I used the 13” M1 Air for almost a year. The portability is great, but I missed the big screen. I do tons of music recording and editing; and a bit of video. So the more screen real estate the better! Sidecar with my 11” iPad Pro is terrific. I just got the 16”, and still have lots of software to install, so I haven’t yet gotten busy with it. Can I ask you what 32” monitor you use? I can’t seem to find a nice compromise; ESPECIALLY with regards to thunderbolt ports. Thanks again! Liked and subscribed. I especially look forward to your vid on astrophotography!!

  • @Tech4Baba

    @Tech4Baba

    2 жыл бұрын

    Welcome, TJ Sound! Thanks for watching and your support! Glad you finally got a good replacement. Enjoy your new tool! What are you going to do with your MBA? I have the LG 32UN880-B, amzn.to/30mqpBg. Good enough quality at a reasonable price. It comes with a good monitor stand.

  • @Archdrew901

    @Archdrew901

    2 жыл бұрын

    Hey there, out of curiosity, what was defective about it?

  • @tjsound1258

    @tjsound1258

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@Tech4Baba dang, I just saw this. Sorry! I bought one M1 MacBook Air for my Wife. The other for my daughter. But she didn't need it until after the school year. So I borrowed it from November til July. The wait for the 16" M1 MacBook Pro was painful! BTW, what are your thoughts on the new $1600 5k Apple Monitor? A bit pricey for me.

  • @tjsound1258

    @tjsound1258

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@Archdrew901 Immediately after powering up, there was a distortion on the lower part of the screen, covering the dock. It was the top part of the screen, only split into hazy thin horizontal bars. I called immediately, and did all the things they suggested. No Go. Apple wanted to blame UPS, but it was hand delivered to me from the UPS driver in an undamaged packing box. I took pics of course. Very cool experience getting a new MacBook Pro!! I purchased AppleCare Plus. I must say, the experience was horrible. I always held Apple in the highest regard. But now, I would NEVER recommend buying like this. Go to a store. Or the refurb site. But new straight from China? Never again. The second day, I was still trying to resolve this. While on the phone with AppleCare, the screen went completely dark; except for a faint backlight. Then the nightmare really began. And you know, never even an apology. Nothing. Getting it replaced took over a month. Interesting that still, MANY apps and softwares STILL do not run natively. It's a beast of a machine, but here we are, five months later, and it still is running Intel optimized apps thru Rosetta 2. And that's the REAL tech marvel. Without Rosetta 2, Apple silicon would basically be HIGHLY overpriced word processors ...

  • @omarcospreviato
    @omarcospreviato2 жыл бұрын

    hi, great video, the macs of video is Space gray?

  • @Tech4Baba

    @Tech4Baba

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for watching and asking, marcospreviato! Yes, they are space gray.

  • @BellaZella3000
    @BellaZella3000 Жыл бұрын

    I just can't seem to decide. I ordered the 16 inch but it feels enormous. like having a desktop on my lap ! I also need to stretch out my arms more.

  • @harrison00xXx

    @harrison00xXx

    Жыл бұрын

    You could also use a smaller window to work on so you can pull the notebook further to you! I was reading your comment and always though how people can work with that tiny stuff in scaling mode for more screen estate. Now i just tried to pull the 16" further to me on the lap - except that it feels a bit uncomfortable to use yet, the 16,2" really feels like a Desktop. The issue with the 14"... its NOTICABLE smaller in screen size and battery, but not noticable better for mobile usage/carrying around. A friend with a 14" M1 Max always cry about his battery life, even for basic tasks. Me on the other hand i cant care less about battery anymore with the 16" M1 Pro since it lasts literally for 2-5 days with about 50-80% battery used.

  • @wiljaq2773
    @wiljaq27732 жыл бұрын

    When I save enough I’m replacing my 2012 MBP with the 16 inch. Because I’m a visual artist who digs that big screen. In fact I’d go for a 16/15 inch MacBook Air with Liquid Retina if Apple made one!

  • @Tech4Baba

    @Tech4Baba

    2 жыл бұрын

    Yes, still waiting for Apple to make a MBA with a larger display, too! Thanks for watching and sharing, Jacques! Stay well.

  • @timogronroos4642

    @timogronroos4642

    2 жыл бұрын

    Have you considered a used 2019+ 16" Intel MBP, you can get them used now with good price

  • @halfalligator6518
    @halfalligator65182 жыл бұрын

    think of it like they're both good options, with distinct advantages. I personally use it docked 80% of the time so i went for the 14". I used to own a 16" and it was just a little cumbersome in public.

  • @Tech4Baba

    @Tech4Baba

    2 жыл бұрын

    Yes, both great. Amazing how much they packed into the 14". Thanks for watching and sharing, Half! Enjoy your new tool!

  • @rebow2568
    @rebow25682 жыл бұрын

    Better with the built-in larger trackpad on the 16-inch MacBook Pro.

  • @Tech4Baba

    @Tech4Baba

    2 жыл бұрын

    Yes, love the big trackpad on the 16". Thanks for watching and sharing, Rebow 256! Enjoy your great tool!

  • @yourfavoritegarcon
    @yourfavoritegarcon2 жыл бұрын

    Is yours the silver or space grey mbp in the video ?

  • @Tech4Baba

    @Tech4Baba

    2 жыл бұрын

    Both space grey. Thanks for watching, J T! Merry Christmas!

  • @reardelt
    @reardelt Жыл бұрын

    The trackpad on the 16 inch is just way too big.

  • @thetheoryguy5544
    @thetheoryguy55442 жыл бұрын

    I chose the 14" You can always plug into an external monitor and the $500 price difference from the base 14" to base 16" Was not worth it for me.

  • @Tech4Baba

    @Tech4Baba

    2 жыл бұрын

    Good choice. Thanks for watching and sharing, Thetheoryguy55! Enjoy your new too in the New Year!

  • @bendy_rabbit

    @bendy_rabbit

    2 жыл бұрын

    How noticeable are the fans and the heat? That's the main thing keeping me undecided.

  • @teerexx52
    @teerexx522 жыл бұрын

    Nice job. I also tried both sizes and ended up with the 16". I'm retired and only cart it to coffee shops.

  • @Tech4Baba

    @Tech4Baba

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for watching and your nice words, Paul! Good choice. 😀 Enjoy your new tool!

  • @13StJimmy
    @13StJimmy2 жыл бұрын

    I was determined to get the 14” until I saw them next to each other in Best Buy… the 16” is stunning

  • @Tech4Baba

    @Tech4Baba

    2 жыл бұрын

    Haha, same here. Thanks for watching and sharing, 13StJimmy! Enjoy your new tool!

  • @S3XYEV

    @S3XYEV

    2 жыл бұрын

    The 16" FAR out weighs (no pun intended) the 14" in over-all value. Despite people complaining about size and weight, the 16" is far smaller and lighter than many of the 15" laptops out there, in recent years, and even now! ....to me it's quite smaller, half as thick, and lighter! The speakers sound much better, the screen has more real estate and is far more viewable, even spec'd the same, the 16" has a slight performance advantage, better thermals, it also has better battery life, and a lot more.....

  • @S3XYEV
    @S3XYEV2 жыл бұрын

    The 16" FAR out weighs (no pun intended) the 14" in over-all value. Despite people complaining about size and weight, the 16" is far smaller and lighter than many of the 15" laptops out there, in recent years, and even now! ....to me it's quite smaller, half as thick, and lighter! The speakers sound much better, the screen has more real estate and is far more viewable, even spec'd the same, the 16" has a slight performance advantage, better thermals, it also has better battery life, and a lot more.....

  • @Tech4Baba

    @Tech4Baba

    2 жыл бұрын

    Haha, yup, it "far out weighs"! Thanks for watching and sharing, Dax. Enjoy your 16"! Happy New Year!

  • @S3XYEV

    @S3XYEV

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@Tech4Baba 😎😆 ...Thanks! ......YUP! ....Having Fun!

  • @FitzMichael
    @FitzMichael2 жыл бұрын

    finally I got my 16 M1 max, wow what an upgrade from 2015 🤣

  • @Tech4Baba

    @Tech4Baba

    2 жыл бұрын

    Congrats! It's quite an update from 2020 models, too. Thanks for watching and sharing, Fitz! Enjoy your new tool.

  • @Vishesh96852
    @Vishesh96852 Жыл бұрын

    Same reason for 16inch

  • @chriscs9080
    @chriscs908011 ай бұрын

    Wish there was a macbook pro m2 15" . I Went for the 14" .. 16" is too big and heavy :/

  • @Tech4Baba

    @Tech4Baba

    10 ай бұрын

    Thanks for watching, @chriscs9080! Have you considered the new M2 15" Macbook Air, amzn.to/3sUdIM9?

  • @chriscs9080

    @chriscs9080

    10 ай бұрын

    @@Tech4Baba Its not as good as pro for software development , also pro has way way better screen.

  • @upkarmahto9130
    @upkarmahto91302 жыл бұрын

    What about trackpad size?

  • @Tech4Baba

    @Tech4Baba

    2 жыл бұрын

    The trackpad on the 16" is larger, I compared them at 2:58 kzread.info/dash/bejne/lod9uc6GccS6nco.html. Thanks for watching and asking, Upkar! Happy New Year!

  • @upkarmahto9130

    @upkarmahto9130

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@Tech4Baba Happy new year buddy

  • @davidkloucekcz
    @davidkloucekcz2 жыл бұрын

    I am a web dev and I don't use Apples. To me a 14" display is usable, but really not comfortable, so I would prefer 15-16".

  • @Tech4Baba

    @Tech4Baba

    2 жыл бұрын

    Yeah, large display is always nice. Thanks for watching and sharing, David! Have you tried Apple computers?

  • @terryquinalty
    @terryquinalty2 жыл бұрын

    I went with the 16" MBP. The extra weight is not a problem for me and I like the added features of the 16" (i.e., larger screen size, better thermals, larger battery, and the High Power setting in System Preferences). I figure that if you want real portability, go with an M1 MacBook Air or M1 MBP. If you just want to save $200, go with the 14" MBP. I wanted a beast of a machine. For me the choice was easy... I got the fully loaded 16". The only thing I didn't get is the 8TBs of SSD. I only need 600GBs so I bought 2TBs instead. 👍😎

  • @Tech4Baba

    @Tech4Baba

    2 жыл бұрын

    Glad to hear you got what you wanted. 👍 That is a beast of machine! Congrats and enjoy it, Terry! Stay well!

  • @AI3Dorinte
    @AI3Dorinte2 жыл бұрын

    I love the 14 inch macbook pro, it's simply amazing.

  • @Tech4Baba

    @Tech4Baba

    2 жыл бұрын

    Both are great tools. Thanks for watching and sharing, isinox! Enjoy it!

  • @heartmommyinpa
    @heartmommyinpa2 жыл бұрын

    I got the base 14”. No regrets.

  • @Tech4Baba

    @Tech4Baba

    2 жыл бұрын

    Yes, both 14" and 16" MBPs are great computers! Thanks for watching and sharing Stephanie!

  • @kamertonaudiophileplayer847
    @kamertonaudiophileplayer8472 жыл бұрын

    Let me add my 2 cents, if you work a lot out of 32" monitor then 14", but if you work on a road only occasionally, then 16".

  • @Tech4Baba

    @Tech4Baba

    2 жыл бұрын

    Good point, Kamerton Audiophile player! Thanks for watching and sharing! Merry Christmas to you and your family!

  • @benja8850
    @benja88502 жыл бұрын

    from the begining, the keyboard of the 16 inch is way more used. We know what your final choice is... :)

  • @Tech4Baba

    @Tech4Baba

    2 жыл бұрын

    Haha, good eyes! Thanks for watching, Benja! Stay well!

  • @peterwatson5847
    @peterwatson58472 жыл бұрын

    Good choice you are not complaining like some of the guys about wait and size they need to go the gym their body will thank them, it is unbelievable listening to some of them.

  • @Tech4Baba

    @Tech4Baba

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for watching and sharing, Peter! Yeah, it's heavier but not that bad. Have you decided on the 16", too?

  • @peterwatson5847

    @peterwatson5847

    2 жыл бұрын

    I am going to buy the 16” with 1 TB the wait and the size is not a problem, thanks for keeping it real

  • @Tech4Baba

    @Tech4Baba

    2 жыл бұрын

    Sounds good. I'm sure you'll enjoy it! Thanks agin for watching and sharing, Peter!

  • @halfalligator6518

    @halfalligator6518

    2 жыл бұрын

    it's not because we can't lift it lol, it's because the difference is noticeable when moving it in and out of a backpack, carrying on public transport, using in libraries, coffee shops and airports & planes. You may not notice, but i notice. I used to own a 16" and it was just a little cumbersome for me... i felt vulnerable using it (especially on planes). Choice is good, there is no need to scoff at other peoples preferences.

  • @Kats0unam1

    @Kats0unam1

    Жыл бұрын

    My friend, comparing going to the gym with carrying this laptop, on your back, everyday (if you need) is completly idiotic to say the least. You should start using some brain cells, if you have some. In the future your back might thank you for it.

  • @billhollis4781
    @billhollis47812 жыл бұрын

    You said little on weight difference, 16” is heavy, if weight is not an issue, yea 16” but at over 1.5 pounds heaver, hummm?

  • @Tech4Baba

    @Tech4Baba

    2 жыл бұрын

    Good point, Bill. The 14" is indeed much more portable than the 16". Thanks for watching and sharing!

  • @akshay5569
    @akshay55692 жыл бұрын

    How does 16" for a student who types a lot ?? Does 16" feel so heavy?? It's just 2.1 kg?? Some people call 2.2 kg Alienware laptop as portable but 2.1 16" as heavy?? Does this feel so heavy in bag???

  • @Tech4Baba

    @Tech4Baba

    2 жыл бұрын

    Good questions, Aksha! 16" isn't too heavy but 14" is much more portable for a student who is usually on the move. For something even more portable, have you considered the M1 Macbook Air, kzread.info/dash/bejne/hYeZ3LOBZpOrdps.html

  • @jshrabbits4227
    @jshrabbits4227 Жыл бұрын

    I picked the 16 inch.

  • @Tech4Baba

    @Tech4Baba

    Жыл бұрын

    Great choice! Thanks for watching and sharing, JSH Rabbits! Enjoy the awesome laptop!

  • @user-tz1ko3sw6k
    @user-tz1ko3sw6k2 жыл бұрын

    3:19 sound test

  • @Tech4Baba

    @Tech4Baba

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for watching, HYEONG! Stay well.

  • @andrejjames1730
    @andrejjames17302 жыл бұрын

    Same !!

  • @Tech4Baba

    @Tech4Baba

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for watching, Andrej! Enjoy it!

  • @Josh-dr9db
    @Josh-dr9db Жыл бұрын

    People that think the 16 is heavy need to work out more

  • @loughrey101
    @loughrey1012 жыл бұрын

    There's a 300 dollar difference between the two with the same spec, not 200. There's a 500 dollar difference between both base models. That's pretty considerable

  • @thenubianspeaks4329
    @thenubianspeaks4329 Жыл бұрын

    The screen on the 14 inch is absolutely beautiful. Yes, the screen on the 16th inch is better, but not tremendously so, and the 14th inch does not ever get hot to the touch on heavy load and the fans are not loud at all. When you are taking about upgrading there is not a lot of difference in price but not overall. I have the 14th inch now and loving it. The smoothness of the trackpad, the gorgeous screen, the portablity and yes, you can play games with the cloud base Nvidia Geforce now, with a strong internet connection, or native intel base mac games with Rosetta, and unless you are a hard core gamer that has to have th highest frame rate possible and the ultimate in smoothnes, rather than just very satisfactory, then get a gaming laptop. Otherwise this laptip covers everything very satisfactory, it does not mean I will not go with the 16 inch in the furture because I love bigger screens.. The battery is also very satisfactory. A day and a half use a little above normal use wit the brightness turned down.

  • @garytayhs
    @garytayhs11 ай бұрын

    Definitely the 16in.

  • @KhmerTarotReading
    @KhmerTarotReading Жыл бұрын

    BIGG MATTERS ❤

  • @jerrychiasson9857
    @jerrychiasson98572 жыл бұрын

    Went with the 16 because the last thing you want is a fan coming on when you’re recording…. Bigger screen bigger battery bigger speakers bigger cooling no throttling…. Signed me up… lol I find it absolutely hilarious people complain about the weight…. What a baby I pack my guitars around all over the place they weigh twice as much…. Too funny they act as though there crippled and they’re only young….. they probably complain about packing the groceries in the house…. Maybe they have somebody do it for them🤣

  • @FuranGameplays

    @FuranGameplays

    2 жыл бұрын

    Has the 14 inch really noisy fans? Even for recording? Or are you just saying thiss just because? Please tell me because this is important point for me

  • @jerrychiasson9857

    @jerrychiasson9857

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@FuranGameplays i’ve watched hundreds of KZread commentators that state the fan coming on and have recorded it… It is noticeable as to how noticeable? It’s definitely audible I just don’t wanna take any chances better safe than sorry just my opinion….. it may never ever come on for my usage but I’d rather side on caution….

  • @hannahgraney1813

    @hannahgraney1813

    2 жыл бұрын

    Not everyone is able bodied and able to carry things easily. Even young people as you say. Plus back problems are super common

  • @jann9117
    @jann9117 Жыл бұрын

    why can't it be 15 inch😩

  • @Tech4Baba

    @Tech4Baba

    Жыл бұрын

    That'd be great size! Hope the rumors of one come true. Which MacBook have you been using? Thanks for watching, Jann! Happy New Year!

  • @chrisp2588

    @chrisp2588

    Жыл бұрын

    It is a 16inch screen in the same chassis size of the older 15inch MacBook pros. They just made the screen bigger by minimising the bevels and pushing the menu up into the notch section. Similarly the 14inch is in the same chassis size as the older 13inch MacBook pros.

  • @harrison00xXx

    @harrison00xXx

    Жыл бұрын

    You better not bother too much about the "one inch"... I still have a 2010 15" (15,4" screen) MacBook Pro and its heavier and bigger in ALL measurements than the 16" M1/M2 Pro(16,2" screen). Once i was getting used to the bigger screen and more compact 16" M1 Pro.... it was hard to use the 2010 15" at all... "small" screen, HUGE bezel, bad looking (TN Panel) especially at slight angles. Only the (in my opinion) better feeling keyboard of the "old" Macs/Apple Keyboards and for writing stuff the 15" is my "throw around" and office device, but i can also use the 2011 Apple Bluetooth keyboard on the new M1 so its pretty much barely used anymore (its getting very warm, doesnt do much or fast before battery is down etc)

  • @Executive_Essy
    @Executive_Essy2 жыл бұрын

    16 inch or never.

  • @Tech4Baba

    @Tech4Baba

    2 жыл бұрын

    Haha, I can't resist the large beautiful display! Thanks for watching and sharing, Esmond! Stay well.

  • @callmeNeno
    @callmeNeno Жыл бұрын

    Biggest is always best~~

  • @Tech4Baba

    @Tech4Baba

    Жыл бұрын

    Haha, yes, just harder to carry around. Thanks for watching, Neno!

  • @zerofivetwelve
    @zerofivetwelve10 ай бұрын

    I never carry my macbook around. It stays at home/office most of the time so i bought 16inch. I carry ipad when travel.

  • @Tech4Baba

    @Tech4Baba

    10 ай бұрын

    Thanks for watching and sharing, @zerofivetwelve! That's a great set up! Which iPad do you carry when you travel?

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