14-inch MacBook Pro
Released Oct 1, 2021 · Analysis updated Apr 1, 2026
The 14-inch MacBook Pro scores 89/100 based on 7 expert reviews in the apple laptops category. Coverage includes reviews from Laptopmag, Tomshardware, Daringfireball, and Pcmag.
Critic Score
What's this?based on 7 expert reviews
Pros
- Long battery life(3)
- Beautiful promotion display with 120hz refresh rate(2)
- Strong port selection(2)
- Unmatched build quality(2)
Cons
- No face id(2)
7 Expert Reviews
The 14-inch MacBook Pro M4 is a 5-star laptop that goes above and beyond in so many categories that it almost seems unfair to the competition.
With M5 Max, the 14-inch MacBook Pro is at the height of its powers as an ultraportable workstation.
The 2021 14-inch MacBook Pro is the nicest and best Mac the reviewer has ever used, representing a perfect balance of power and practicality.
It's a dead ringer for 2023's model, but Apple's M4 MacBook Pro remains a portable content-creation powerhouse, thanks to a beefed-up processor, smart AI features, and seemingly endless battery life.
The 14-inch MacBook Pro offers significant performance improvements and refined design, though the transition to USB-C only may inconvenience some users.
