The use of personal computers is limited these days as these compact-sized laptops have replaced them. They're, of course, convenient to use and carry around and it's mainly why many people prefer them over personal computers now. Speaking of laptops, many brands have introduced them; however, none comes close to the Apple laptops, known as MacBooks. MacBooks have become a status symbol. Everyone wants them, regardless of the fact that they're significantly more expensive compared to others in the market.
Moreover, MacBooks are also gradually changing for the better. Apple has introduced many versions of MacBooks and they're improving them by the day. The new MacBook, MacBook Pro with M2 max and M2 Pro chips, is a lot better than the previous generation MacBook, which was a lot simpler and less-advanced. In this article today, we're going to weigh the two and see what differences they have as well as which one is better than the other.
The Pros and Cons of Previous-Generation MacBook
Introduced in May 2016, the first-generation polycarbonate MacBook came with a 945GM chipset and Intel Core Duo processor. It also had Intel's 950 GMA integrated graphics along with a large front side bus. Later, aluminum MacBook was introduced in October 2008 due to which, the sales of polycarbonate MacBook were seized. It came with GM965 chipset and Core 2 duo processor.
After that, MacBook was recalled and its manufacturing came to a halt for some time due to quality problems. The hard drive of the previous-generation MacBook and its graphic card used to cause overheating, forcing it to shut down. Such issues affected MacBook sales drastically and eventually, made the brand recall it.
Besides that, certain users also complained about battery problems. It was reported that the previous-generation MacBook couldn't read its memory. It used to happen due to a fault in the logic board. Finally, Apple provided its customers with a firmware update, which reportedly solved some issues but not all of them.
The Pros and Cons of the New Macbook
The new MacBook Pro, also known as Mac notebook, is significantly better than all versions of previous-generation MacBook. First introduced in 2019, it provided users with better functionality and upgraded tech. Not to mention, all new MacBook models are thinner than the previous ones.
They're the revised versions of fourth-generation MacBooks. They come with magic keyboards and narrow bezels. Also, the chip in the revised fourth-generation MacBook was better and as of 2020, Apple started incorporating its customized chip, Apple M1, in the newer Mac notebooks.
After that, the fifth-generation MacBook was released in October 2021. It came with an Apple silicon system as well as an M1 Max or M1 Pro chip. It also reintroduced the function keys and MagSafe that were previously removed from Mac notebooks. Not to mention, it supported more applications this time and brought along a versatile AppStore.
It offered free VPNs for Mac, supported more video games, had both in-built and other content applications, and a lot more. It also switched and improved its audio system. Currently, the new Mac 2022 version has a headphone jack that supports high-impedance headphones and comes with speakers that are compatible with Spatial Audio.
Furthermore, it has ProRes encode and decode engine, 100GB/s memory bandwidth, and 8-core central processing unit with four efficiency cores and four performance cores. Also, you cannot neglect its enhanced battery power. It can stay up for 17 hours with wireless web and 20 hours with movie playback. Plus, its 13.3-inch LED-backlit display is commendable.
The Final Word...
Needless to say, Mac notebooks have significantly improved over the years. Though their price is higher than most laptops in the markets, they're absolutely worth the purchase. Plus, Apple keeps updating Mac software; thus, chances of data breaches or external attacks are minimal, which is another selling point. Not to mention, they're super sleek and pleasing to the eyes.
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