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MagyarApple MacBook Pro Retina 13 inch 2014-07
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Average of 9 scores (from 16 reviews)
Reviews for the Apple MacBook Pro Retina 13 inch 2014-07
Source: Techradar
Archive.org versionIf you need tons of storage space and the most processing power you can get your hands on, the 512GB Retina MacBook Pro is the only way to go - but you'll need the deep pockets to match. However, if you can get by with less storage and power, in comparison you can save a healthy wad of cash by opting for the entry-level machine with 128GB storage, which represents the best value of the three due to both the faster CPU and doubling of RAM compared to last year's model.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 09/15/2014
Rating: Total score: 80% price: 80% performance: 80% features: 90% workmanship: 80%
Source: Digital Versus
Archive.org versionIn July, Apple updated its MacBook Pro range. The latest version of the MacBook Pro 13" with Retina Display varies very little from the previous generation. It performs as well as ever, and we were pleased to note a slight improvement in performance thanks to the new processor.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 09/12/2014
Rating: Total score: 100%
Source: Computer Shopper
Archive.org versionAs we said, it's conceivable that Intel's Core M will bring buyer's remorse to anyone who picks up a laptop in the next few months, but there's little reason to fear that the MacBook Pro with Retina Display will become outdated or obsolete tomorrow. It's packed with modern technologies ranging from PCIe flash memory to 802.11ac Wi-Fi, and frankly it's hard to imagine the system gaining much better battery life than its already sensational stamina.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 08/29/2014
Rating: Total score: 90%
Source: It Pro
Archive.org versionThere may be Windows alternatives that provide greater performance or screen resolution, but 13in MacBook Pro With Retina Display combines screen quality performance, portability and battery life into a package that is unmatched. The £999 starting price makes it more attractive to businesses who may be considering deployment.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 08/28/2014
Rating: Total score: 80%
Source: Stuff TV
Archive.org versionThe new MacBook Pro with Retina is the tiniest product refresh yet, and while there’s nothing here to get hugely excited about, now is the best time to pick up one of these wonderfully-made, adequately powerful and beautifully thought-through laptops. It still stands head-and-shoulders above the competition, too.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 08/24/2014
Rating: Total score: 100% performance: 90% display: 100% workmanship: 90%
Source: Expert Reviews
Archive.org versionThe new 13in MacBook Pro is still very expensive, but when this year’s best model costs just £50 more than last year’s, you’re getting much more for your money. With a beautiful Retina display, a large SSD, powerful hardware and improved graphics performance, the 13in MacBook Pro stands head and shoulders above every other ultraportable available today. You simply won’t find another laptop like it at this price, so it wins a well-deserved Ultimate award.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 08/21/2014
Rating: Total score: 100%
Source: Reg Hardware
Archive.org versionThe price cut this time around may well be due to currency fluctuations rather than any real generosity on Apple’s part – there’s been no comparable change in the US prices for the MacBook Pro – but a starting price of £999 for the Retina models should certainly bolster sales in time for the new school term. And, with its smart, lightweight design and strong battery life the MacBook Pro With Retina Display can still give its Windows Ultrabook rivals a run for their money.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 08/19/2014
Source: Macworld.co.uk
Archive.org versionIn 2013, when Apple reduced the price of the MacBook Pro with Retina display range, we stopped recommending the 13-inch MacBook Air on the basis that there was only £150 difference in price. As Apple has continued to drop prices we are still looking at just a £150 difference between the two ranges at the entry level. It's great to see Apple reducing prices across its MacBook ranges, but the lower prices of the MacBook Pro Retina range do have the effect of making the MacBook Air look less attractive in comparison. However, we still love the MacBook Air, which is lighter and thinner, although a fraction bigger than the MacBook Pro with Retina display. If it's the MacBook Air that you have your heart set on, you can't go wrong with it, but if you have a little more in your budget, then consider the MacBook Pro with Retina display because it's a really good deal in comparison.
Comparison, online available, Medium, Date: 08/14/2014
Source: Laptop Mag
Archive.org versionOnce again, Apple delivers an exceedingly well-rounded notebook in the 13-inch MacBook Pro with Retina display. This 2014 update brings improved performance and battery life over last year's model, and starting at $1,299, it's expensive, but not outrageous. For me, though, the 13-inch MacBook Pro is a bit of a tweener.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 08/07/2014
Rating: Total score: 80%
Source: PC Mag
Archive.org versionThe Apple MacBook Pro 13-inch, Retina Display (2014) ($1,299, as tested) is the newest base model in the line, with a 2,560-by-1,600-resolution screen, speedy Intel processor, and excellent connectivity, particularly with its pair of 20Gbps Thunderbolt 2 ports. It lasted more than 13 hours on our battery rundown test while topping our performance benchmark tests. These improvements help the latest 13-inch Retina MacBook Pro$1,234.99 at Amazon replace the previous version as our Editors' Choice for high-end ultraportable laptops.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 08/06/2014
Rating: Total score: 90%
Source: Macworld.co.uk
Archive.org versionThe price drops are welcome, although it has closed the gap between the 13in MacBook Air models and the entry-level 13in MacBook Pro with Retina display. The extra £150 (or in the case of the mid-range Retina MacBook Pro, the same price) is a reasonable price to pay for a faster machine. Of course the Retina MacBook Pro is heavier: 1.57kg compared to 1.08kg, and the MacBook Air is thinner and has longer battery life.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 08/06/2014
Foreign Reviews
Source: Mac Welt
DE→EN Archive.org versionComparison, online available, Long, Date: 09/05/2014
Source: Chip.de
DE→EN Archive.org versionSingle Review, online available, Medium, Date: 08/27/2014
Source: MuyComputer
ES→EN Archive.org versionSingle Review, online available, Short, Date: 09/23/2014
Rating: Total score: 100%
Source: Cowcotland
FR→EN Archive.org versionPositive: Good build quality; Retina display; decent performance; good autonomy. Negative: Expensive.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 11/14/2014
Source: 3DNews.ru
RU→EN Archive.org versionPositive: Slim and lightweight; longer battery runtimes than the predecessor. Negative: The same design with the predecessor.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 09/17/2014
Comment
Intel Iris Graphics 5100:
Integrated GPU (GT3) with 40 EUs (sans eDRAM) as found on certain ULV Haswell CPUs. Second fastest GPU in its family.
Non demanding games should be playable with these graphics cards.
» Further information can be found in our Comparison of Mobile Graphics Cards and the corresponding Benchmark List.
4278U: Haswell-based low-voltage dual-core processor clocked at 2.6 GHz with Turbo Boost support up to 3.1 GHz. Offers an integrated Iris Graphics 5100 and a dual-channel DDR3 memory controller.» Further information can be found in our Comparison of Mobile Processsors.
13.30":
There are hardly any tablets in this display size range anymore. For subnotebooks, on the other hand, it is the standard format.
The advantage of subnotebooks is that the entire laptop can be small and therefore easily portable. The smaller display also has the advantage of requiring less power, which further improves battery life and thus mobility. The disadvantage is that reading texts is more strenuous on the eyes. High resolutions are more likely to be found in standard laptops.
» To find out how fine a display is, see our DPI List.Apple: Apple is a US company founded in 1976 by Steve Jobs, Steve Wozniak and Ronald Wayne. Headquartered in Cupertino, California, the company is known for its innovative products such as the iPhone, iPad, Mac, and Apple Watch, and manufactures computers and consumer electronics as well as operating systems and application software. Apple is also a leading provider of software and services such as the App Store, iTunes and iCloud.
Apple has earned a reputation as a company that focuses on design and ease of use. As for their notebooks, they are mostly in the high-priced segment, have their own operating system, but also run Windows on the newer Macbooks.
Apple is one of the most valuable companies in the world and has a loyal following of customers and fans. The company also has a strong presence in the entertainment industry, with services like Apple Music and Apple TV+. In 2023, Apple had an approximate 8% market share of global PC sales, ranking it 4th after Lenovo, HP, and Dell.
91.11%: There are not very many models that are rated better. Most of the assessments are in percentage ranges below that. The tested product is not considered perfect, but the sources give a clear purchase recommendation.
» Further information can be found in our Notebook Purchase Guide.
