$1299 vs $1799 13' MacBook Pro 2019 - Full Comparison

Can the 2019 Base 13" MacBook Pro compete with the $1799 model's performance?

The new 13" base MacBook Pro is extremely underrated compared to what Apple's spec sheet shows!

We cracked the bottom case open and took a look at what's different between these two models. We compared the speakers, SSD speed and performance to see if the $1799 model is worth the extra cash!

For performance, we tested various benchmarks and performance tests, including video editing with Final Cut Pro and photo editing with Lightroom Classic.

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[MaxTechOfficial]

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[abbeyomisol]

I don't know with everyone, but I find the audio quality difference significant.

[varerkars]

Apple should just stop making 128GB Laptops... it's freaking 2019!

[KangHinnWong]

Thank you. I couldn’t wait for this video and ordered it yesterday with upgrade of 256gb and 16gb RAM. After watching your video, I think I made the right decision.

[melben]

Damn finally a good comparison. Opening the laptop, and showing the real clock speed

[bubba]

I have been wanting a comparison video like this and I’m early thanks Max :D

[GoodLuckalways]

Great comparison. I bought the $1299 model and couldn't be happier.

[RudeApex]

You guys are the best reviewers, straight to the point, consumer focused and with fact-based opinions. Keep up the good work

[michaelfish]

This was a very informative video. One of my favorite parts is you don't sound like a robot with your delivery. It's a strange trend that many YouTubers have. If someone talked to me like many of these people do in-person, I'd think there was something wrong with them. You actually just sound like a normal human being. Thanks for the video!

[mraravind]

The 1799 MacBook has the following reasons for the extra $300

1) More ports (4 ports vs 2 on the other model)
2) Faster SSD (Both read and write speeds)
3) Two fans instead of 1 in the other
4) Better speakers with backfiring subwoofer set up.
5) 5 to 9% performance boost.

I think it is equally worth the consideration.

Note, the base model battery lasts an additional 2 hours. Also, It has negligibly larger 58.2 watt-hour battery 🔋when compared to 58.0 on the higher end.

[BupMeowMeow]

the $1299 model with upgrade of 256gb and 16gb RAM vs the $1799 model. Please give me some advice

[techguypaul]

$1800 one sounds more full and not as tinny as the cheaper one.

[MrXno]

would love to see the difference in performance when being used for programming and if it'd be better to get the base model with upgraded 16gb of RAM over the $1799 model for programming

[kenwen]

Would love to see some coding comparisons, xcode compilation time and also how much screen estate you get between 13" and 15" MBP. Can't decide which one to get as I use vscode a lot, is the extra 2" that much use? (that's what she asked)

[abcelu]

I clicked subscribe immediately after 0:39. It's exactly the question I was asking myself. Thank you Max Tech.

[mohamedbaggy]

What are the read and write speeds of the 512GB and the 1TB SSDs on the 1.4Ghz model ?

[aaryavanshhora]

Standing ovation!!
Please keep making these kind of videos.
Literally solved all my doubts!

[tariksultanigy]

Please do a comparison to the i7 13 inch macbook...havent found any on you tube yet

[jasonracey]

Never cheap out on a MBP purchase. I have a maxed-out early-2015 13" that's still going strong and I've never had to regret living with lower perf for 4 years just to save pennies per day.

[goodsoccerkid]

There was a noticeable crispness in the more expensive MacBook Pro.