The 2022 lineup of professional laptops from Apple provides an optimal balance in terms of price and performance, positioning itself between simpler laptops with M2 processors and high-end models with M2 Max chips. The second-generation M2 Pro processor, featuring 10-12 processing cores, works in tandem with an integrated graphics block (16-19 cores), ensuring smooth operation of professional software and high-level multitasking.
The built-in media processor with hardware support for H.264, HEVC, ProRes, and ProRes RAW codecs accelerates video project export, while the 16-core neural engine optimizes AI and machine learning tasks directly on the device. According to the manufacturer, this hardware places the laptop alongside desktop workstations from the Mac Pro lineup. Another key change in the 2023 lineup is the 14.2-inch Liquid Retina XDR display with miniLED backlighting.
The screen boasts a resolution of 3024x1964 pixels, a 120Hz refresh rate, a vast brightness range (1000 nits in standard mode or 1600 nits in HDR10 mode), exemplary color reproduction, high contrast, and a built-in ambient light sensor. The display is an excellent choice for professional work with photos and video materials, 3D graphics, animation, color correction, etc. Additional features of the MacBook Pro 14 2023 M2 Pro include three USB4 ports with integrated Thunderbolt interfaces, the proprietary Force Touch trackpad, fast charging, a fingerprint scanner, an ergonomic backlit keyboard, a 1080p resolution webcam, and a built-in Pro-level audio system with 6 quality speakers and Dolby Atmos surround sound support.