Our quick take
Apple MacBook Pro 13-inch (M1 processor) - 4.5 / 5
Design: It’s the same
- 13.3-inch LED-backlit display, 500 nit brightness, 2560 x 1600 resolution 11ax Wi-Fi 6 wireless networking; IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac compatible 2x Thunderbolt / USB 4 ports, 3.5mm headphone jack Full-size backlit Magic Keyboard Touch Bar and Touch ID
New M1 processor
- 8-core CPU / 8-core GPU 16-core Neural Engine
Running apps
- Runs iOS and iPad apps Runs Intel apps like Word, Photoshop, and Zoom
Battery life
- Claimed 20-hour battery life
MacOS Big Sur
- Faster Safari browsing Greater privacy focus New iPad-like experience
To recap
This feels like the start of something impressive thanks to new Apple silicon in the M1 processor - which results in lots of power and impressive battery life. It will be fascinating to see not only where Apple goes next, but how the industry responds.
