MacBook Pro 14-inch Laptop (M2 Pro 10-core CPU/ 16GB/ 512GB SSD/ Mac OS/ 16-core GPU) in Kenya

The MacBook Pro 14-inch Laptop (M2 Pro 10-core CPU/ 16GB/ 512GB SSD/ Mac OS/ 16-core GPU) price in Kenya starts at 295,000 shillings.

 MacBook Pro 14-inch specs and features

Brand	Apple
Generation	M1
Processor Type	Apple M1 Pro chip
Processor Speed	8-core CPU with 6 performance cores and 2 efficiency cores 14-core GPU 16-core Neural Engine 200GB/s memory bandwidth
Installed RAM	16 GB
Type of memory	16GB unified memory
Hard drive size	512 GB SSD
Hard drive speed	–
Optical Drive	No
Type of optical drive	–
SSD	512 GB SSD
Type of harddrive	512 GB SSD
Dedicated graphics	No
Graphics memory	Apple M1 Pro Graphics
Type of graphics memory	Shared
Switchable graphics	No
Graphics processor	Apple M1
Backlight	LED
Screen size	14.2-inch (diagonal) Liquid Retina XDR display; 3024-by-1964 native resolution at 254 pixels per inch
Screen surface	14.2-inch (diagonal) Liquid Retina XDR display;1 3024-by-1964 native resolution at 254 pixels per inch
Screen resolution	3024×1964
Touchscreen	No
Color	Space Gray
Weight	3.5 pounds (1.6 kg)
Fingerprint Reader	Touch ID
Numeric keyboard	No
Backlit keyboard	Backlit Magic Keyboard with: 78 (U.S.) or 79 (ISO) keys including 12 full-height function keys and 4 arrow keys in an inverted-T arrangement Touch ID Ambient light sensor
Bluetooth	Bluetooth 5.0 wireless technology
LAN	No
Speed	–
Wireless/Wifi	Yes
Type	802.11ax Wi-Fi 6 wireless networking IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac compatible
Condition	New
USB	Three Thunderbolt 4 (USB-C) ports with support for: Charging DisplayPort Thunderbolt 4 (up to 40Gb/s) USB 4 (up to 40Gb/s)
HDMI	SDXC card slot HDMI port
Camera	1080p FaceTime HD camera Advanced image signal processor with computational video
Operating system (Primary)	Mac OS

MacBook Pro 14 inch 2023 Overview

The MacBook Pro 14 inch, the newest laptop from Apple for professionals, has a price tag of Ksh. 295,000. The Apple M1 Pro machine is large but lightweight, boasting a 14-inch display and an ample keyboard. The device is equipped with a 16-core GPU, providing reliable performance while multitasking.

Compatibility with Apple devices may not be relevant to some people who are not part of the Apple ecosystem. The laptop comes with several pre-installed Apple applications, which may not be beneficial to some users. The MacBook Pro 14-inch may be a suitable addition if you are already using the company’s electronics.

The new model has a large display, thin design, and roomy keyboard that were present in the previous laptop, however, it has a shorter battery life. Is the MacBook Pro 14-inch an upgrade worth considering?

Price and configuration

The MacBook Pro 14-inch has an initial price of Khs. 295,000. This configuration features a 14-inch Liquid Retina XDR display with dimensions of 12.31 x 8.71 x 0.61 inches. This device is equipped with a 16-core GPU with speeds up to 30 percent faster for graphics-intensive apps and games. The highest-tier model of the device has a 14-inch display and is equipped with a 3.49 GHz Apple M2 Pro processor, you equally get 32GB, 512GB, and 1TB SSD of storage.

Design

The MacBook Pro 14-inch will transform your laptop experience. You are going to enjoy streaming content in optimal comfort with the MacBook Pro 14-inch in tent mode! Packing the power of a desktop into its lightweight 12.31 x 8.71 x 0.61-inch frame, this MacBook Pro is surprisingly portable at just 2.15 kgs! The previous model was so sleek and lightweight that it won me over instantly! 

The MacBook Pro is constructed from aluminum, making it both durable and of high quality. This high-quality design applies to both laptop and tent mode. This device looks just as good in a café as it does in your workplace – the perfect accompaniment to any environment! The MacBook Pro 14-inch – the ultimate portable tech companion – comes in two colors to match your style – Graphite and Beige. With its chic Graphite finish, our laptop radiates sophistication and I’m here for it.

Display

Enjoy the best of both worlds with the MacBook Pro 14-inch Liquid Retina XDR display, boasting a stunning 3K resolution and a 16:10 aspect ratio for fantastic visuals wherever you may be! The MacBook Pro display dazzled us with a stunning 1600 of brightness! Apple promised 1600 nits of brightness, but our tech clocks it in at a bit lower: not bad, though!

Ports

The MacBook Pro has an extensive range of ports. Enjoy seamless connectivity with one HDMI, three Thunderbolt 4/USB-C, USB-A, a microSD slot, and a headphone/mic jack. With the MacBook Pro’s slim design, you get the best of both worlds – a USB-A port and a slender laptop. Ready for a superior connection with the MacBook Pro? Enjoy easy access to external monitors with a simple HDMI port on your Apple device with a MagSafe charging port.

Performance

Experience lightning-speed performance with the MacBook Pro 14 inch and its 10-core CPU delivers speeds up to 20 percent faster to fly through pro workflows quicker than ever. Even with its rising temperature, the MacBook Pro 14-inch laptop stayed slick and smooth when switching between web pages – no lag in sight! The MacBook Pro 14-inch laptop’s performance is out of this world – it can handle tones of open tabs and still have videos running! 

Audio

The MacBook Pro 14-inch quad speakers provide strong sound quality. All frequencies from high to low and mid-range come through with clarity. Blast your music to the max and still revel in crystal-clear tones! Studio-quality three-microphone array captures your voice more clearly.

Battery life

The MacBook Pro 14-inch boasts a battery life that can go the distance with 12 hours of solid performance! The battery life of the MacBook Pro 14-inch is shorter than expected. We put the laptop through its paces by testing its battery life while immersed in a 1200-nits-of-brightness Wi-Fi web surfin’ marathon!

Enjoy up to 22 hours of power-packed fun with the MacBook Pro 14-inch! This average is dismal when viewed solo, but when contrasted with its predecessor which endured four hours more, it’s an utter disaster. 

Verdict

The MacBook Pro 14-inch gives you uncompromising power and performance. You get a reliable performance for your everyday tasks and the MacBook Pro is as light as a feather, you can easily take it anywhere with you! When it comes to weighing up the pros and cons of investing in the MacBook Pro 14-inch, the one thing that might turn you off is its middling battery life – but if you’re already part of the Apple ecosystem, it’s a no-brainer.

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