Is the M1 Pro fast enough for 4K video editing?

Yes. The M1 Pro handles multicam 4K timelines and ProRes footage smoothly, and exports stay fast over long sessions. 8K or heavy effects work is better served by the M1 Max.

Does it have an SD card slot and HDMI?

Yes. It has an SDXC card slot, an HDMI port, a MagSafe 3 charging port and three Thunderbolt 4 ports. That covers most camera and monitor hookups without a hub.

How does it compare with the 13-inch MacBook Pro?

The 14-inch has a larger, brighter mini-LED screen, more ports, a better webcam and stronger M1 Pro performance. It is also heavier and thicker.

Is the display good for photo and HDR work?

The Liquid Retina XDR display reaches high brightness for HDR content and has strong contrast. It is not an OLED, so very dark scenes can show slight blooming around bright objects.

Can I upgrade the memory or storage later?

No. Memory and SSD are soldered, so choose the configuration you need up front. External Thunderbolt drives are the way to add storage later.

The laptop and a USB-C to MagSafe 3 charging cable. The power adapter is a separate item for this model, so check before you buy.

Where can I buy the MacBook Pro 14” (2021) M1 512GB (MKGP3PP/A) (Space Gray)?

5 stores we checked sell it, including Amazon, eBay, Micro Center, BarcodesInc, Mayfer.

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MacBook Pro 14” (2021) M1 512GB (MKGP3PP/A) (Space Gray)

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What reviewers say

Owners and reviewers praise the M1 Pro's sustained speed, the mini-LED display and the return of HDMI and the SD slot. Common complaints are the weight, the notch and the limited port selection for a pro machine.

What people mention

PerformancePraisedReviewers say the M1 Pro holds its speed through long video exports and compiles without slowing down.
DisplayPraisedThe mini-LED XDR panel is called bright and high-contrast, with deep blacks for HDR work.
WeightCriticisedOwners find it noticeably heavier and thicker than the 13-inch MacBook Pro it replaced.
NotchMixedSome users ignore the camera notch; others find it intrusive in full-screen apps and menus.
PortsMixedHDMI, SD and MagSafe are welcomed, but some pros still want more USB-C ports.
BatteryPraisedReviewers report a full day of mixed work and several hours of unplugged video editing.

About the MacBook Pro 14” (2021) M1 512GB (MKGP3PP/A) (Space Gray)

The MacBook Pro 14-inch (2021) is a laptop built around an Apple M1 Pro or M1 Max chip. The chip is designed to handle demanding workflows and graphics-intensive apps and games. Battery life is up to 17 hours.

It has a 14-inch Liquid Retina XDR display with Extreme Dynamic Range and contrast ratio. A six-speaker sound system with force-cancelling woofers and a three-microphone array handle audio. The 1080p FaceTime HD camera has an advanced image signal processor for video calls.

Ports include Thunderbolt 4, HDMI, an SDXC card slot, a headphone jack and MagSafe 3. The backlit Magic Keyboard has Touch ID for secure unlock and payments. The laptop runs macOS Monterey.

Model

MacBook Pro 14-inch (2021), MKGP3PP/A

Color

Space Gray

Chip

Apple M1 Pro or M1 Max

CPU

Up to 10-core

GPU

Up to 32-core

Neural Engine

16-core