MacBook Pro 14” (2021) vs. MacBook Pro 13” (M1, 2020) - Detailed Specs Comparison
Here is a side by side comparison between MacBook Pro 14” (2021) and MacBook Pro 13” (M1, 2020) specs including CPU, RAM, storage, battery, display, and more.
The MacBook Pro 14” (2021) features the Apple M-Series ARM 64-bit 8-core Apple M1 Pro (8C, 14G) up to 10-core Apple M1 Max (10C, 32G) with a clock speed of 0.00 GHz. While the MacBook Pro 13” (M1, 2020) features the 10W Apple M-Series ARM 64-bit 8-core Apple M1 with a clock speed of 3.20 GHz.
If you are in the market looking for a laptop and don't know what's the difference between the 14.2″ MacBook Pro 14” (2021) and the 13.3″ MacBook Pro 13” (M1, 2020) , we have a detailed tech specs comparison between both devices for you to check out here.
MacBook Pro 14” (2021) vs. MacBook Pro 13” (M1, 2020): Specs Comparison
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What's new |
| Better PerformanceWith the new Apple M1 Chip paired with the MacBook Pro's active cooling system, it's 2.8 times faster than the previous generation. The 8-core GPU is up to 5 times faster allowing smooth graphics performance.Better Battery LifeIt's a MacBook Pro with the longest battery life ever made, with up to 20-hours of watching movies and 17 hours of web browsing.Better FaceTime HD cameraWith the latest Apple Image Single Processor (ISP) in the M1 chip, image quality is better in noise reduction, greater dynamic range, and improved auto white balance.More
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Availability | MacBook Pro 14” (2021) | MacBook Pro 13” (M1, 2020) |
Released | 2021 | 2020 |
Release Info |
| Announced on November 10th, 2020 |
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MacBook Pro 14” (2021) Price | ||
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2021 Apple MacBook Pro (14-inch, Apple M1 Pro chip with 8‑core CPU and 14‑core GPU, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD) - Space Gray By Apple
$1,999.00 |
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2021 Apple MacBook Pro (14-inch, Apple M1 Pro chip with 8‑core CPU and 14‑core GPU, 16GB RAM, 1TB SSD) - Space Gray Z15G001VR/Z15G0022J By Apple
$2,248.96 |
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2021 Apple MacBook Pro (14-inch, Apple M1 Pro chip with 8‑core CPU and 14‑core GPU, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD) - Space Gray (Renewed) By Apple
$1,854.97 |
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MacBook Pro 13” (M1, 2020) Price | ||
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2020 Apple MacBook Pro with Apple M1 Chip (13-inch, 8GB RAM, 512GB SSD Storage) - Space Gray By Apple
$1,499.00 |
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Late 2020 Apple MacBook Pro with Apple M1 Chip (13 inch, 8GB RAM, 512GB SSD Storage) Space Gray (Renewed) By Apple
$1,039.97 |
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Apple MacBook Pro with Apple M1 Chip (13-inch, 16GB RAM, 256GB SSD Storage) - Space Gray (2020 Model) Z11B000E3 By Apple
$1,499.00 |
Display | MacBook Pro 14” (2021) | MacBook Pro 13” (M1, 2020) |
Size | 14.2 Inches | 13.3 Inches |
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| Retina display
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Exterior | MacBook Pro 14” (2021) | MacBook Pro 13” (M1, 2020) |
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Dimensions |
| 11.97” x 8.36” x 0.61” (304.1 mm x 212.4 mm x 15.6 mm) |
Weight | 3.5 pounds (1.6 kg) | Starting at 3.1 pounds (1.4 kg) |
Colors | Space GraySilver | Space GraySilver |
Keyboard and Trackpad | Backlit Magic Keyboard with:
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Ports | Left
| Two Thunderbolt / USB 4 (USB‑C) ports with support for:
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Internal Specs | MacBook Pro 14” (2021) | MacBook Pro 13” (M1, 2020) |
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Memory | 16GB 32GB 64GB Unified Memory |
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Storage | 512GB1TB2TB4TB8TB SSD |
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Connectivity | MacBook Pro 14” (2021) | MacBook Pro 13” (M1, 2020) |
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Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.0 wireless technology | Bluetooth 5.0 wireless technology |
Battery | MacBook Pro 14” (2021) | MacBook Pro 13” (M1, 2020) |
Size | 70 Wh lithium‑polymer battery | 58.2 Wh lithium‑polymer battery |
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Power Supply |
| 61W USB‑C Power Adapter |
Software | MacBook Pro 14” (2021) | MacBook Pro 13” (M1, 2020) |
OS | Shipped with macOS Monterey | Shipped with macOS Big Sur |
Built-in Apps | PhotosiMovieGarageBandPagesNumbersKeynoteSiriSafariMailFaceTimeMessagesMapsNewsStocksHomeVoice MemosNotesCalendarContactsRemindersPhoto BoothPreviewMusicPodcastsTVBooksApp StoreTime MachineFind MyQuickTime Player | PhotosiMovieGarageBandPagesNumbersKeynoteSiriSafariMailFaceTimeMessagesMapsNewsStocksHomeVoice MemosNotesCalendarContactsRemindersPhoto BoothPreviewMusicPodcastsTVBooksApp StoreTime MachineFind MyQuickTime Player |
Camera & Audio | MacBook Pro 14” (2021) | MacBook Pro 13” (M1, 2020) |
Camera | 1080p FaceTime HD camera Advanced image signal processor with computational video. | 720p FaceTime HD camera |
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Misc | MacBook Pro 14” (2021) | MacBook Pro 13” (M1, 2020) |
Sensors | Touch ID sensor |
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Warranty | Your MacBook Pro comes with 90 days of complimentary technical support and a one-year limited warranty. Purchase AppleCare+ for Mac to extend your coverage to three years from your AppleCare+ purchase date and add up to two incidents of accidental damage coverage every 12 months, each subject to a service fee of $99 for screen damage or external enclosure damage, or $299 for other repairable damage, plus applicable tax. | Your MacBook Pro comes with 90 days of complimentary technical support and a one-year limited warranty. Purchase AppleCare+ for Mac to extend your coverage to three years from your AppleCare+ purchase date and add up to two incidents of accidental damage coverage, each subject to a service fee of $99 for screen damage or external enclosure damage, or $299 for other repairable damage, plus applicable tax. |
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MacBook Pro 14” (2021) Price | ||
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2021 Apple MacBook Pro (14-inch, Apple M1 Pro chip with 8‑core CPU and 14‑core GPU, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD) - Space Gray By Apple
$1,999.00 |
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2021 Apple MacBook Pro (14-inch, Apple M1 Pro chip with 8‑core CPU and 14‑core GPU, 16GB RAM, 1TB SSD) - Space Gray Z15G001VR/Z15G0022J By Apple
$2,248.96 |
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2021 Apple MacBook Pro (14-inch, Apple M1 Pro chip with 8‑core CPU and 14‑core GPU, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD) - Space Gray (Renewed) By Apple
$1,854.97 |
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MacBook Pro 13” (M1, 2020) Price | ||
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2020 Apple MacBook Pro with Apple M1 Chip (13-inch, 8GB RAM, 512GB SSD Storage) - Space Gray By Apple
$1,499.00 |
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Late 2020 Apple MacBook Pro with Apple M1 Chip (13 inch, 8GB RAM, 512GB SSD Storage) Space Gray (Renewed) By Apple
$1,039.97 |
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Apple MacBook Pro with Apple M1 Chip (13-inch, 16GB RAM, 256GB SSD Storage) - Space Gray (2020 Model) Z11B000E3 By Apple
$1,499.00 |

MacBook Pro 13” (M1, 2020): Key Features
Better real-world application performance
When compared to the previous generation, the new M1-powered 13-inch MacBook Pro can:
- Build code in Xcode up to 2.8x faster.
- Render a complex 3D title in Final Cut Pro up to 5.9x faster.
- Fluidly design intricate game scenes in Unity Editor up to 3.5x faster.
- Perform ML tasks in Create ML up to 11x faster.
- Separate out beats, instrumentals, and vocal tracks from a recording in real-time in djay Pro AI, thanks to the amazing performance of the Neural Engine.
- Playback full-quality, 8K ProRes video in DaVinci Resolve without dropping a single frame.
- Compile four times as much code on a single charge, thanks to the game-changing performance per watt of the M1 chip.
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