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expiredsonnysj posted Jan 14, 2024 7:57 PM

Select Costco Stores: Apple MacBook Pro M2 (2022): 13.3", 8GB RAM, 256GB SSD

$800

$1,664

51% off
(in-warehouse only)at Costco Wholesale
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Deal Editor's Note: This offer is valid In-Store only at select locations. While we cannot confirm in-store pricing/availability, we are promoting this deal to the Frontpage due to comments from forum members reporting success in finding these prices available locally.

Select Costco Wholesale Stores (link for reference only) have Apple MacBook Pro M2 (2022): 13.3", 8GB RAM, 256GB SSD on sale for $799.97 valid for in-warehouse purchase only.

Thanks to Community Member sonnysj for finding this deal.

Product Info:
  • Apple M2 Chip
  • Up to 20 hour battery life
  • 8-core CPU, 10-core GPU
  • 13.3" Retina display
  • FaceTime HD Camera

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Deal Editor's Note: This offer is valid In-Store only at select locations. While we cannot confirm in-store pricing/availability, we are promoting this deal to the Frontpage due to comments from forum members reporting success in finding these prices available locally.

Select Costco Wholesale Stores (link for reference only) have Apple MacBook Pro M2 (2022): 13.3", 8GB RAM, 256GB SSD on sale for $799.97 valid for in-warehouse purchase only.

Thanks to Community Member sonnysj for finding this deal.

Product Info:
  • Apple M2 Chip
  • Up to 20 hour battery life
  • 8-core CPU, 10-core GPU
  • 13.3" Retina display
  • FaceTime HD Camera

Editor's Notes

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  • About the deal:
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    • Look for product number 1601613
    • Refer to the original post for additional details & give the WIKI and additional forum comments a read for helpful discussion.
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Jan 15, 2024 2:16 PM
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grossenJan 15, 2024 2:16 PM
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Picked up my open box MacBook Pro 13" m2 from microcenter for $779 4 weeks ago
Jan 15, 2024 2:46 PM
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azmuzaJan 15, 2024 2:46 PM
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Quote from jlnelson373 :
Apple uses an SOC (system a on a chip) the ram is on the same chip package as the processor, not on the motherboard like other builders..this means the the acess speed to the ram is exponentially faster than normal PC ram. Most importantly apple controls the entire hardware and software stack. So the OS is incredibly optimized for the hardware. They are literally built for each other. So a PC that may need 16gb of RAM to do a task will only need 8 or less on a Mac.
Same reason iPhones is 4gb of 6gb of RAM while flagship android uses 12 and 16gb.
That being said. 256gb SSD and 8gb or ram WILL limit you with large photo or video tasks. So even though it's a pro. Know it has limits.
You are gaining the 14" screen vs 13. A micro LED screen vs ips 120hz refresh vs 60, two more thunder bolt ports, much better speakers, fans for cooling vs fan less on the Air, so it's worth the upgrade for just the screen alone. And more ports.
Be aware the 256 model has only one SSD chip not 2 like the 512gb and above so your SSD speed will be in the 2500Mbs vs 5000ish Mbs. for everyday tasks even light photo and video editing work it's a no brainer.
Started well
But this line killed the deal for me

"256gb SSD and 8gb or ram WILL limit you with large photo or video tasks."

Please decide if it's good or bad lol
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Jan 15, 2024 3:22 PM
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XxFuturexXJan 15, 2024 3:22 PM
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This is the one I just bought with m2 pro chip. I read and watched many comparisons to m3 non pro chip and this appeared to be more bang for my buck plus the extra 1 year warranty on top of Apple.

https://www.costco.com/macbook-pr...06150.html
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Jan 15, 2024 3:27 PM
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Caoh14Jan 15, 2024 3:27 PM
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Just snagged one online to be shipped to my local warehouse in LA County. ๐Ÿ™
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Jan 15, 2024 3:28 PM
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RumbleTheBisonJan 15, 2024 3:28 PM
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Quote from barrera_j :
you are right, everyone knows that Apple's RAM is actually wooden boards to cut food in, as oppossed to the rest of the electronics industry using normal RAM

"totally different things"
This is an entry-level MacBook Pro. If you're buying an entry-level device you get entry-level specs. If you were in serious need of a device that could handle multiple items at once, you would...pay for a higher configuration.

This is like buying a base model vehicle and acting like it should have driver assist functionality.

The common person buying this likely don't even know the specs - they just know it's a cheap way to own a mac.
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Jan 15, 2024 3:29 PM
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nerd_readyJan 15, 2024 3:29 PM
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Quote from jlnelson373 :
I HIGHY recommend apple or Amazon refurbs (see previous SD posts for good sellers) you save a ton and apple refurb is just like brand new! Have 2 apple refurbs and zero issues.
Microcenter sells Apple Certified refub. Meaning, it's directly from Apple, plastic wrapped just like a new one and has Apple warranty and Care+ plans available.
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Jan 15, 2024 3:47 PM
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Made_in_TaiwanJan 15, 2024 3:47 PM
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i am also in Southern Wisconsin, can you share with me which specific location ? thanks

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Jan 15, 2024 3:48 PM
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777YankeeJan 15, 2024 3:48 PM
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Quote from Caoh14 :
Just snagged one online to be shipped to my local warehouse in LA County. ๐Ÿ™
Might you have a link for that? Thanks!
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Jan 15, 2024 4:09 PM
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Jan 15, 2024 4:09 PM
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Quote from MrDeaals :
anyway to find the stock availability on this one ?
Change the store location. I've tried a hand full of Costco's in the boonies but still nothing is in stock. They must be all gone?
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Jan 15, 2024 4:31 PM
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StoneMoneyJan 15, 2024 4:31 PM
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FYI, this is the 'frakenstein' model with the touch bar, and an i/o that consists of 2 USB-C (Thunderbolt 4) ports, and 3.5mm headphone jack.
Jan 15, 2024 4:31 PM
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davin900Jan 15, 2024 4:31 PM
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Quote from jlnelson373 :
Apple uses an SOC (system a on a chip) the ram is on the same chip package as the processor, not on the motherboard like other builders..this means the the acess speed to the ram is exponentially faster than normal PC ram. Most importantly apple controls the entire hardware and software stack. So the OS is incredibly optimized for the hardware. They are literally built for each other. So a PC that may need 16gb of RAM to do a task will only need 8 or less on a Mac.
Same reason iPhones is 4gb of 6gb of RAM while flagship android uses 12 and 16gb.
That being said. 256gb SSD and 8gb or ram WILL limit you with large photo or video tasks. So even though it's a pro. Know it has limits.
You are gaining the 14" screen vs 13. A micro LED screen vs ips 120hz refresh vs 60, two more thunder bolt ports, much better speakers, fans for cooling vs fan less on the Air, so it's worth the upgrade for just the screen alone. And more ports.
Be aware the 256 model has only one SSD chip not 2 like the 512gb and above so your SSD speed will be in the 2500Mbs vs 5000ish Mbs. for everyday tasks even light photo and video editing work it's a no brainer.
Yeah I went from a 2019 Intel MacBook Pro with 16GB of RAM (work computer) to an M1 MBP with 8GB of RAM and it still seems way faster to me. I genuinely haven't noticed any issues related to lack of RAM. And that's what most reviewers said when I was researching.

Apple Silicon is amazing, honestly. Damn thing never even gets hot. You could practically fry an egg on Intel MacBooks.
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Jan 15, 2024 5:01 PM
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the.invincibleJan 15, 2024 5:01 PM
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Grand Rapids MI seems to have 7 of them for $799.97.
Jan 15, 2024 5:17 PM
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California-BoyJan 15, 2024 5:17 PM
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Quote from cinnamonlovely :
Change the store location. I've tried a hand full of Costco's in the boonies but still nothing is in stock. They must be all gone?
Will it show stock in store online? I was thinking there is no way to find it online other than calling the store and going there.
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Jan 15, 2024 5:25 PM
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dragon911Jan 15, 2024 5:25 PM
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Whatโ€ฆ 8GB ram and and 256GB HDD?
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