- Is the M1 MacBook Pro 13 still worth buying?
- Yes for light-to-medium work: it is fast, quiet and long-lasting, and macOS updates still support it. If you need more ports, more memory or heavier sustained performance, a newer 14-inch Pro fits better.
- How does it compare with the M1 MacBook Air?
- They share the M1 chip, but the Pro adds a fan for sustained speed, a brighter 500-nit display, the Touch Bar and a slightly larger battery. The Air is lighter and fanless.
- Can I upgrade the RAM or storage later?
- No. The memory and SSD are soldered, so choose the configuration you need up front. 8GB suits browsing, office work and light editing; 16GB helps with heavy multitasking.
- How many external displays does it support?
- One external display up to 6K at 60Hz, in addition to the built-in screen. Running two external monitors requires a DisplayLink adapter or a different Mac.
- What is in the box?
- The laptop, a 61W USB-C power adapter and a USB-C charge cable. No mouse or sleeve is included.
- Does it have MagSafe or an SD card slot?
- No. It charges over USB-C and has two Thunderbolt/USB 4 ports, so a hub or dock is needed for SD cards, HDMI or extra USB-A devices.
- Where is the MacBook Pro 13" M1 cheapest?
- At Walmart, for $645.00, 45% under what the other stores charge, as of our latest check.
- Where can I buy the MacBook Pro 13" M1?
- 4 stores we checked sell it, including Amazon, Walmart, Wellbots, Poshmark.