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Apple Mac

Apple’s Mac Pros, Studios, iMacs, and Macbooks have become very strong alternatives to the PC market.

Creative Professionals can make great use of Apple’s new CPU and GPU solutions (M1, M2 Chips, and more), as they perform well in creative workloads while drawing very little power.

Our Mac-focused articles go in-depth into reviewing and comparing Apple’s newest creator-focused Devices.

Are M3 MacBooks worth it / worth the wait? [2023 Update]

Are M3 MacBooks worth it / worth the wait? [2023 Update]

May 31, 2023

Apple's M3 chips are once again doubling down on raw performance uplift and will outclass anything released so far. Are the M3 MacBooks worth the wait?

Best (And Cheaper) Mac Studio Display Alternatives [2023 update]

Best (And Cheaper) Mac Studio Display Alternatives [2023 update]

May 8, 2023

The Mac Studio Display is as much an engineering marvel as it is a burden on your wallet. Here are our favorite Monitor alternatives that are better and cheaper.

What Is Unified Memory (Apple) and How Much Do You Need?

What Is Unified Memory (Apple) and How Much Do You Need?

May 5, 2023

Apple's Unified Memory Architecture brings with it some considerable benefits compared to regular x86 RAM. Thanks to its technical nature, close proximity to the CPU and GPU, performance is something to reckon with.

Best MacBook Air Alternatives in 2023

Best MacBook Air Alternatives in 2023

May 5, 2023

Apple's MacBook Air is popular, no doubt whatsoever. But one question does remains: Is it the best you can get for your workloads or is there something better, an alternative?

Best Mac Mini Alternatives [That are Cheaper and Faster]

Best Mac Mini Alternatives [That are Cheaper and Faster]

May 5, 2023

Apple's Mac Mini is a surprisingly powerful yet compact device that allows you to run many demanding workloads. But there are some strong alternatives on the market that are cheaper and, yes, better! We take a closer look.

Best Mac Studio Alternatives in 2023 [Cheaper & Faster]

Best Mac Studio Alternatives in 2023 [Cheaper & Faster]

January 29, 2023

The Mac Studio is an engineering marvel. It's small, draws little power and performs excellently. But are there any cheaper alternatives that perform even better than the Mac Studio?

Best iMac Alternatives in 2023 [That are cheaper & better]

Best iMac Alternatives in 2023 [That are cheaper & better]

May 5, 2023

While Apple's iMac sure is easy on the eye, their practical functionality isn't always what we'd like it to be. There are some very strong alternatives on the market that aren't just cheaper, but perform better in many metrics.

Microsoft Surface Pro vs. Apple’s iPad Pro [A Clear Winner?]

Microsoft Surface Pro vs. Apple’s iPad Pro [A Clear Winner?]

November 30, 2022

Microsoft's Surface Pro and Apple's iPad Pro seemingly have a lot in common at first glance, but offer some very unique features when closely compared. We take a close look.

New MacBooks vs. Windows Laptops – Choosing The Right One For Your Workloads

New MacBooks vs. Windows Laptops – Choosing The Right One For Your Workloads

June 2, 2023

After Apple released their ARM-based Macbooks, there's now serious competition for any high-end Windows-based Laptop out there. So, how do they compare and which one should you choose?

The Pros and Cons of Apple’s ARM Architecture [M1, M2, and Beyond]

The Pros and Cons of Apple’s ARM Architecture [M1, M2, and Beyond]

September 30, 2022

Apple's new ARM chip architecture surprised the entire industry thanks to its stellar performance per watt. But there are a few caveats that you should be aware of.

Why Is My MacBook Volume So Low? (How To Fix)

Why Is My MacBook Volume So Low? (How To Fix)

September 3, 2022

There are a lot of factors that affect your MacBook's volume. Here's a closer look at what you can do to troubleshoot this issue.

Best MacBook Pro Alternatives right now [Updated 2023]

Best MacBook Pro Alternatives right now [Updated 2023]

May 13, 2023

Apple's MacBook is highly popular, but it comes at a steep price. Fortunately there are alternatives aplenty that we'll go through in-depth.

M1 iMac vs. Mac Mini vs. Mac Studio — Which One’s Right For You?

M1 iMac vs. Mac Mini vs. Mac Studio — Which One’s Right For You?

June 17, 2022

Apple's M1 Mac Mini, iMac, and Mac Studio are all devices made for specific workloads and target groups. Our recommendation shows which one you need.

Is the New 24″ M1 iMac Good Enough for Creative Professionals?

Is the New 24″ M1 iMac Good Enough for Creative Professionals?

June 17, 2022

Is the new 24" M1 iMac a jack of all trades but a master of none? Or can you do some serious creative work on it? We take a closer look.

Apple Studio Display — Worth It For Creative Professionals?

Apple Studio Display — Worth It For Creative Professionals?

September 3, 2022

Is Apple's Studio Display worth its asking price? Who can benefit from such a high-end Monitor the most? We take a closer look.

Apple M1 Ultra (Mac Studio) – Better than PC?

Apple M1 Ultra (Mac Studio) – Better than PC?

June 1, 2022

How does Apple's M1 Ultra and Mac Studio perfom compared to other M1 chips and PCs? A closer look at benchmarks, specs and more.

Mac Pro 2019 vs Custom-Built PC – A closer look

Mac Pro 2019 vs Custom-Built PC – A closer look

April 19, 2022

How does the new Mac Pro 2019 compare to a Custom PC, especially in Content Creation tasks? Is the Mac Pro too expensive? Let's take a closer look.

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