Apple's new 13-inch MacBook Pro is a little tough to recommend given the options in Apple's lineup, but that doesn't change the key takeaway: The new

13-inch MacBook Pro review: Apple’s M2 is a worthy follow-up to the M1

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2022-06-23 22:30:06

Apple's new 13-inch MacBook Pro is a little tough to recommend given the options in Apple's lineup, but that doesn't change the key takeaway: The new second-generation M2 chip doesn't disappoint.

But the real story is that this is the first laptop to be released with the second-generation ARM-based processors for Macs. The M2 is an exciting follow-up to the already impressive M1 and a promising herald of what's to come with future Macs carrying the "Pro" moniker.

There's just one major difference between the 2022 13-inch MacBook Pro and the 2020 model it replaces: The new machine sports Apple's second-generation M2 system-on-a-chip instead of the M1. We'll spend most of our time here on that, but let's get a few other key details out of the way.

Starting at $1,299, the laptop offers two base storage configurations: 256GB, or 512GB for an additional $200. You can upgrade further to 1TB or 2TB for a substantial price bump.