
These new MacBooks mostly run circles around rivals like the Dell XPS 13 in terms of sheer performance, and can even hold their own against laptops with discrete graphics like the Surface Laptop Studio. The 14-inch and 16-inch models also carry far more ports than the M1 Air and 13-inch Pro, making them ideal for folks who need to plug in lots of stuff at once. How it compares: The latest MacBook Pros outperform the M1 MacBook Air and M1 MacBook Pro by a significant margin - especially when it comes to graphical capabilities.

They also pack some of the best webcam and speaker sets we’ve ever tested on a Mac. What you need to know: The new MacBook Pros have Apple’s most powerful processors yet with your choice of an M1 Pro or M1 Max chip, as well as new Liquid Retina XDR displays that are colorful, smoother and more immersive than before. It’s also worth considering for everyday folks who don’t mind splurging for the MacBook with the most ports and best display and speakers.
Who it’s for: The 14-inch and 16-inch MacBook Pros are ideal for creative professionals and software developers who want desktop-grade power in a portable machine.
