I'm looking to upgrade from my old PC to something more portable, so I recently bought a refurbished MacBook Pro M4 Pro with 48GB of RAM and a 512GB SSD for $2,600. However, I've discovered that for just $200 more, I could get the same model but with a 1TB SSD instead. Given that they didn't have the 1TB version available when I purchased mine, I'm wondering: is it worth it to return my MacBook for the one with more storage?
I do have an external hard drive I can use, but I'm concerned that 512GB will fill up quickly, especially since I mainly edit photos and videos. I'm also a bit anxious about the price in general and worry about editing on a smaller screen—though I could get an external display later. I've never used a Mac before, and my previous laptops have always slowed down over time. Building a PC seems too complicated for me. What do you all think?
3 Answers
Honestly, with a M4 Pro chip and 48GB of RAM, a 512GB SSD feels really unbalanced. Depending on your usage, not having ample storage could bottleneck the performance. Remember, data builds up, and MacBooks can slow down as they fill up, even with their efficient OS. If you’re serious about your editing, getting a Mac without upgradable storage might not be a wise choice!
When considering a storage upgrade, remember that MacBook storage is not upgradeable later on. If you think you'll need more than 512GB, it’s smarter to invest in the 1TB now. Also, for video editing, it’s best to have either a high-quality Thunderbolt 4 external SSD or a larger internal SSD—ideally both if you're serious about your work!
You'd be surprised—I’ve had a laptop with less powerful specs that allowed me to upgrade storage whenever I needed to. Apple makes it tough to add more later, which is something to consider. If you do a lot of work that needs plenty of space, the 1TB option might save you stress in the long run. Just think about how quickly you might fill that 512GB.
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