Alright,
MacBook Vs
Which is better?
The 14-inch M2 MacBook Pro or the 16?
Well…
Let’s talk about it
To start, both MacBook Pro models are fairly similar
Despite having different prices, they share the same chassis design and focus on raw performance
With the sizes and features impacted by said sizes being the main differentiating factors
For context, here are the raw stats of both devices
As you can tell, these MacBook Pros only have a few differences in terms of specs
But in the real world, it’s a little different
Like I said, the majority of the differences lie heavily on the sizes of the laptops,
14 vs 16 inches
Which really doesn’t seem like a lot
But, when you use these laptops, those size differences can be pretty significant
Remember, most things on computer displays are typically pretty small and don’t take up too much space in particular
So having a couple extra inches of screen, could actually be pretty significant
And can contribute to probably more work being done on the laptop
However, a larger screen also means a larger size,
so it’s a give and take
So, let’s break this down,
the pros and cons of each device
Well, as already stated,
the MacBook Pro 16-inch model is 2 inches larger than the 14-incher
Which is great, but it does come at a cost of 500 extra dollars,
which is not an insignificant amount of money for most consumers out there,
So, it is pretty expensive,
so let’s see if it’s worth it
Now, the best part about this display is the larger screen real estate,
something we’ve already discussed
You can do more work on it and multitask much easier
But another thing that comes with the larger screen is a larger chassis
Which can be a good or bad thing depending on the user
So, first, let’s talk about the good
With the larger chassis, you get louder speakers
The grills are bigger and the speakers are fuller-sounding in general,
so that’s great
And also, you get a far better battery life on the 16-incher
because of that larger size,
22 hours compared to 18
Which, for those who do a lot of work, that’s a very significant amount
And might make a big difference day-to-day if you work with really intense programs
However, that does, of course, come at a cost
Not just the literal price but also the weight and size of the laptop
The 16-inch version is big,
and for some people, might not even fit in your bookbag
But with it being just over a pound heavier than the 14-incher,
the 16-inch MacBook Pro can be a bit more difficult to travel with over an extended period of time
for some people
Yeah, it’s only a pound; but, that can be a pretty significant difference if you walk around a lot
So, keep that one in mind
Now in terms of performance, the 16-incher does come with a bit better of an M2 Pro Chip,
with a higher core count for the CPU and GPU,
resulting in some slightly better performance for the starter model
Here are the benchmarks
And this slightly better performance difference carries on to the higher tiers as well
Moreover, the 16-inch model does come with a larger charger as well for faster charging
So, that kinda rounds out the pros and cons
So, now let’s move on to the next section,
my recommendation
Right, so the M2 MacBook Pro 14 and 16-inch versions are fairly similar
Besides some small things,
most of the comparison was based on the size differences and their impact on the laptop experience,
leading to, for instance,
better or worse battery lives, different weights, and more screen real estate
But for other things,
such as how the screens actually look, the port selections, and keyboards,
things don’t really differ that much
So then, for you, which is best?
Is it the more expensive 16-incher with a larger screen and extra features?
Or the more modest 14-inch one that still packs a punch?
Well, that depends on firstly your needs and then personal preferences
But to give a definitive answer, here’s what I think:
If you’re a student, or someone who will be traveling a lot, would rather save the money, and prefers a smaller screen,
That’s probably the first- or second-most important criterion on there, really,
you should get the 14-inch M2 MacBook Pro
It’s cheaper, it’s more portable, and will cover everything you need
However, if you’re a creative, or someone who will be relatively stationary while working, can afford the extra cost, and prefers a larger screen,
you should get the 16-inch M2 MacBook Pro
This is probably best for people who don’t travel too often and who can use the extra screen real estate
Plus, those who can afford it
Now, these are pretty general recommendations,
And there can be overlaps in each category, of course
But, that should give you a basic idea of what demographic each size is tailored toward
But, if you have a preference for one side in particular,
I’d say, “Go for that”
As long as it fits with your needs
Remember, try to focus on your needs with these tech purchases
Because at the end of the day, they’re still tools for work,
really cool tools, but still tools
So, try not to get too distracted from what really matters
And that was my comparison of the 14 and 16-inch M2 MacBook Pros
I hope this video helped, and I hope to see you again soon
My name is Cyrus. It’s spelled like “Cyrus,” pronounced like “See Rooster,” just take out the “ter”
Thank you very much for watching, and have a wonderful day!
Peace.