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Refurb: Apple MacBook Pro: 14", M3 Pro, 18GB RAM, 512GB SSD, Space Black $1099.99

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Aug 11, 2025 06:36 AM
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psyritualAug 11, 2025 06:36 AM
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Would this be better than the new M4 Macbook Pro at 1299 ? Looks like this one has more RAM too - 18GB vs 16GB
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Quote from psyritual :
Would this be better than the M4 Macbook Pro at 1299 ? Looks like it has more RAM too - 18GB vs 16GB
The MacBook Pro at $ 1,299 is with the M4, not the M4 Pro. This MacBook actually comes with the Pro chip, M3 Pro.
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Aug 11, 2025 07:50 AM
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PurpleBorder8835Aug 11, 2025 07:50 AM
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Quote from psyritual :
Would this be better than the new M4 Macbook Pro at 1299 ? Looks like this one has more RAM too - 18GB vs 16GB
M3 Pro Chip is going to be better than M4 Chip for most workflows. The question is, how much do you trust Best Buy's refurb process and warranty?
Aug 11, 2025 01:57 PM
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onoAug 11, 2025 01:57 PM
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Anyone see similar M3 Pro chip with even more RAM than 18g? Found $1645v w 36g and 1TB

Found: $1645v w 36g and 1TB found
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Aug 11, 2025 02:21 PM
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CrimsonRailway821Aug 11, 2025 02:21 PM
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Anyone have experiences with BestBuy refurbished? Is this worth it? I don't want a machine that has been beat on.

Edit: If you do decide to purchase, do it through ebay. Bestbuy has the exact same item listed on ebay through their seller page and ebay marks it with a 30 day return window (no restocking fee and only 15 days with bestbuy.com). Also, ebay refurbished has it set to a 1 year warranty included. Bestbuy does come with a few other benefits and amenities i'm not sure are included on their eBay page (apple tv, music, etc.).
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Aug 11, 2025 02:25 PM
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drknyhtAug 11, 2025 02:25 PM
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Why only 90 days warranty?
Aug 11, 2025 02:36 PM
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IPrinceAug 11, 2025 02:36 PM
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It's BB refurb, not Apple refurb. Likely no AppleCare either.

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Aug 11, 2025 02:57 PM
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harrysaverAug 11, 2025 02:57 PM
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Quote from CrimsonRailway821 :
Anyone have experiences with BestBuy refurbished? Is this worth it? I don't want a machine that has been beat on.Edit: If you do decide to purchase, do it through ebay. Bestbuy has the exact same item listed on ebay through their seller page and ebay marks it with a 30 day return window (no restocking fee and only 15 days with bestbuy.com). Also, ebay refurbished has it set to a 1 year warranty included. Bestbuy does come with a few other benefits and amenities i'm not sure are included on their eBay page (apple tv, music, etc.).
It's a crapshoot. But BB usually does a good job in describing its condition but the price changes because of it also.
Aug 11, 2025 02:58 PM
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secretwandererAug 11, 2025 02:58 PM
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I have the m1 pro version of this laptop and it does everything I throw at it even though it only has 16gb of ram. I sometimes run heavy music production workflows with lots of plug-ins and effects and it hasn't had any issue. So I am confident this amount would not limit you with video production or whatever you need it for.

But, I'm confused now that there is weird ram amounts (18gb?) and they are selling many MBP that are not using the pro chips. This one has the pro chip and it makes a big difference. I have used Mac books without the pro chip and I'm not sure why but they can struggle sometimes when you need more power.
Aug 11, 2025 03:13 PM
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fuzzytigerAug 11, 2025 03:13 PM
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It would really come down to battery, "Not Identical to Apple Refurbished:Unlike Apple's own refurbished program, Best Buy's process may not replace the battery or outer shell on MacBooks"
Aug 11, 2025 03:18 PM
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bizreporterAug 11, 2025 03:18 PM
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Quote from PurpleBorder8835 :
M3 Pro Chip is going to be better than M4 Chip for most workflows. The question is, how much do you trust Best Buy's refurb process and warranty?
also, if you can get new from Costco, which is back to $1299 until Aug. 24, then you've got a much better reason to buy new.
Aug 11, 2025 04:15 PM
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AugustoS4261Aug 11, 2025 04:15 PM
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I know its circumstantial, but the 2 refurbished Macbook Pros I ordered from Best Buy were almost new. No wear I wouldn't cause myself within a few weeks and battery had under 100 cycles in both cases. You can always return the laptop if the condition is not what you were looking for. I've never had a Macbook fail within a year of purchasing so not sure the warranty issue would be a deal breaker either.
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Aug 11, 2025 04:17 PM
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KSilver2000Aug 11, 2025 04:17 PM
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Quote from PurpleBorder8835 :
M3 Pro Chip is going to be better than M4 Chip for most workflows. The question is, how much do you trust Best Buy's refurb process and warranty?
Not all the time. Basic usage that doesn't require multiple cores will be better with the M4. But, when it comes to graphics intensive tasks such as editing videos or multi processor intensive tasks, that's when the M3 Pro will do better.

Also, don't forget, the M4 has MUCH better battery life than the M3 Pro.
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Aug 11, 2025 05:06 PM
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zeth006Aug 11, 2025 05:06 PM
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Quote from drknyht :
Why only 90 days warranty?
Pretty standard with refurbs. But the trick is to contact Apple customer service, upload the receipt when asked, and get a 1-year warranty tacked on. Long as it's from an authorized reseller, Apple honors such things.

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Aug 11, 2025 06:34 PM
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AfshadDAug 11, 2025 06:34 PM
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FWIW, I got this exact machine refurbed from BB a few months ago. It was pretty much pristine and had 4 charge cycles on it. I wish it had a little more RAM (for ML workflows and light gaming using Crossover) but overall it's been absolutely perfect.

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