Apple MacBook Pro 16 2021 M1

MacBook Pro 16 2021 M1

Released Oct 1, 2021 · Analysis updated Mar 19, 2026

Apple MacBook Pro 16-inch features a color-accurate HDR display, durable chassis, long battery life, and quiet fans. The Apple MacBook Pro 16 2021 M1 scores 92/100 based on 3 expert reviews in the apple laptops category. Coverage includes reviews from XDA, Notebookcheck, and TechSpot.

Critic Score

92

based on 3 expert reviews

XDANotebookcheckTechSpot

Low confidence · only 3 reviews

Strong consensus: our scores for all 3 reviews fall within 7 points of each other.

Average of 3 publication reviews, each normalized to a 0–100 scale. How we score

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3 Publication Reviews

95

Major publication10/2021

Major publicationOct 25, 2021

AI summary of this review

The M1 Max MacBook Pro is a powerhouse for creative professionals, offering exceptional performance, stunning display, and excellent battery life.

Score estimated from the review text

93

Established publication11/2021

Established publicationNov 13, 2021

AI summary of this review

The new MacBook Pro 16 leaves a slightly better overall impression compared to the smaller 14-inch model.

Score estimated from the review text

88

Established publication11/2021

Established publicationNov 17, 2021

AI summary of this review

The new ultimate Mac laptop, the 2021 Apple MacBook Pro 16-Inch is a finely engineered, high-octane workstation that will thrill content creators.

Score estimated from the review text

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