MacBook Pro M1 Pro
AppleReleased Oct 1, 2021 · Analysis updated Jul 13, 2026
MacBook Pro M1 Pro offers fast performance, long battery life, and a vibrant display with rich sound. The Apple MacBook Pro M1 Pro scores 89/100 based on 9 expert reviews in the apple laptops category. Coverage includes reviews from Tom's Guide, Soundonsound, Thephoblographer, and Therockysafari.
Critic Score
What's this?based on 9 expert reviews
General agreement: our scores range from 80 (IGN) to 95 (Tom's Guide).
Average of 9 publication reviews, each normalized to a 0–100 scale. How we score
Pros
- Fast performance(8)
- Long battery life(6)
- Useful ports(6)
- Great sound quality(3)
- Great display(3)
Cons
- High price(6)
- Screen notch(4)
- Bulky design(3)
9 Publication Reviews
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The MacBook Pro 2021 (14-inch) is the long-lasting super-fast laptop many have waited for.
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Apple's most powerful laptop computer ever has been explicitly designed with music in mind.
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The 2021 MacBook Pro is speedy and quiet, with excellent performance and a beautiful screen, though it comes with a few minor annoyances.
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The reviewer upgraded from a 2019 16" MacBook Pro to the 2021 14" M1 Pro model and found it to be an excellent improvement in nearly every aspect.
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The Apple MacBook Pro M1 Pro delivers on its core promises in a way few laptops manage, offering genuine all-day battery life, professional-grade performance, and a stunning display.
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Apple's 14-inch MacBook Pro adds almost everything from our wish list, including better ports, webcam, and performance.
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Apple's new M1 Pro MacBook Pro is a glorious beast of a machine but for those of us who don't need a video editing and graphics workstation on the go, it's also a bit of overkill.
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The MacBook Pro M1 Pro is a professional powerhouse that serious users have been waiting for, with excellent performance, design, and features despite some display limitations.
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