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The Apple MacBook Pro Z14Y0012P is the 2021 MacBook Pro featuring the M1 Max chip. Launched in October 2021, it caters to professional tasks and has received high praise from users. Is this high-end laptop truly exceptional? Does it justify its hefty price tag?
Fresh and Square Design
This MacBook Pro boasts a square, modern design, appearing slim and lightweight with a thickness of 16.8 mm and a weight of around 2.2kg. Despite having fewer color options, limited to Silver and Space Gray, its overall exterior looks less luxurious and somewhat bulkier compared to other MacBooks in Apple's lineup.
The machine's connectivity includes 1 SDXC card slot, 1 HDMI port, 1 3.5mm headphone jack, 1 MagSafe 3 port, and 3 Thunderbolt 4 (USB-C) ports supporting: Charging, DisplayPort, Thunderbolt 4 (up to 40Gb/s), USB 4 (up to 40Gb/s).
Exquisite Liquid Retina XDR Display with Ultra-Thin Bezels
The bunny ears-style screen hasn't received much love, serving no practical purpose and only causing distraction. The impressively thin screen bezels leave a lasting impact, measuring a mere 3.5mm thick. The edges are 24% slimmer, with the top edge being 60% thinner compared to its predecessor.
A 16-inch display with integrated ProMotion 120Hz technology takes center stage. This ensures responsiveness for user activities, from web browsing to gaming, without any noticeable lag.
The screen is equipped with a Liquid Retina XDR panel using mini-LED technology. Featuring 10,000 mini-LEDs across 2500 brightness zones, it achieves a maximum brightness of 1,600 nits and a contrast ratio of 1,000,000:1. The display delivers exceptionally sharp and stunning visuals.
Keyboard and Trackpad
With no Touch Bar, the keyboard now appears more cohesive and unified. The keyboard frame is part of the aluminum body but is painted in a matte black color matching the keys. This design choice, deviating from the previous model, has received mixed reviews. Some prefer the older design with distinct keys, while others appreciate the seamless, solid look. Typing feels comfortable with shallow key travel and excellent feedback.
The TrackPad on Apple's MacBooks is already fantastic, so there's nothing needing a change.
Impressive Performance with M1 Max Chip: 10CPU, 32GPU, 64GB RAM, 2TB
The 2021 MacBook Pro with M1 Max configuration—10CPU, 32GPU, 64GB RAM, 2TB storage, 16-inch—is hailed as a formidable powerhouse. It truly stands as the most premium and professional laptop currently available.
Powered by the M1 Max processor, it delivers exceptional CPU performance with a 3.7x increase and a GPU boost of 13x compared to its predecessor. The machine can handle up to 4 displays simultaneously with 7 streams of 8K video or 20 streams of 4K video. It excels in graphics processing with specialized tools for ProRes, H.264, HEVC decoding.
The device features a spacious 1TB SSD, providing lightning-fast read speeds of 7.4GB/s—twice the speed of the previous generation. Opening 8K videos, heavy Excel files, and even saving RAW-format photos are accomplished in the blink of an eye.
While the Apple MacBook Pro Z14Y0012P may lack eye-catching aesthetics and glitter, it possesses marvels like the stunning display and outstanding work performance. However, the machine comes with a hefty price tag of 102,590,000 VND. If you're a fan, consider patiently waiting for a more budget-friendly deal.
