Hey everyone, I’ve been tinkering around with some new tech lately, and I thought I’d share my little adventure comparing the M4 chip to the M1 Pro. It’s been a wild ride, so buckle up!
So, first off, I got my hands on a shiny new laptop with the M4 chip. This thing is a beast! I mean, Apple skipped a couple of generations and went straight from M1 to M4, can you believe it? I also had my trusty old M1 Pro laptop lying around, which has served me well. I thought, why not put these two head-to-head and see what happens?
- Setting the Stage: I started by running some basic tasks on both machines. You know, the usual stuff like browsing, watching videos, and some light coding. The M1 Pro, with its 10 cores, was already pretty snappy, but the M4, boasting a whopping 12 cores, just blew it out of the water. I mean, it’s like comparing a sports car to a rocket!
- Diving Deeper: Next, I decided to push them a bit harder. I fired up some heavy-duty software, the kind that makes your computer sweat. We’re talking about video editing, 3D rendering, and even some gaming. Yeah, you heard that right, gaming on a Mac!
- The Results: Honestly, I was blown away. The M4 handled everything I threw at it like a champ. It was smooth, it was fast, and it didn’t even break a sweat. The M1 Pro, bless its heart, did its best, but it was clear that it was starting to show its age.
- Gaming? On a Mac?: Now, about that gaming part. Apple’s been making some noise about Macs becoming better for gaming, and with the M4, they’re definitely getting there. I tried some pretty demanding games, and while it’s not quite on par with a dedicated gaming PC, it’s getting darn close.
Final Thoughts
In the end, it’s clear that the M4 is a significant leap forward. It’s faster, it’s more powerful, and it’s just an all-around amazing piece of tech. The M1 Pro is still a solid chip, especially if you’re not doing anything too crazy. But if you want the best of the best, the M4 is where it’s at. It’s been a fun experiment, and I can’t wait to see what Apple comes up with next! Also, I will keep my eyes on the next Mac laptop which is installed M4 chip, I think I need a new laptop!
Alright, that’s it for my little tech adventure. Hope you guys found it interesting. Catch you in the next one!