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This refurbished 16.2 inch MacBook Pro stands out as a still-capable workstation, especially for memory-heavy use, with 32GB of RAM and the M1 Pro chip. The 16GB version is still being used as a daily laptop, and the 32GB configuration is described as strong for the price. Storage is the main limitation, so an external NVMe is the suggested fix if more space is needed. The vague signs of wear wording, missing OEM charger and MagSafe cable, and likely shorter macOS support are the main cautions. It feels like a solid older Mac if the condition and storage tradeoffs are acceptable.
People who need a capable MacBook without paying for a redesign, because this older model is still considered a solid daily driver at this price range.
People who need a pristine battery and full accessory bundle, because one unit arrived with 430 cycles, 84% battery health, and no OEM charger or MagSafe cable.
32GB RAM is a strong point for this model and is enough for daily use. It can still be limiting for larger model workloads, where a 64GB M1 Max is preferred, but it is a meaningful step up from 16GB.
The listing's vague "signs of wear" wording is the main caution point, especially since the condition is not graded A+ through F. One received unit had only a minor bottom dent and otherwise good physical condition.
One purchased unit arrived with 430 battery cycles and 84% battery health. That suggests usable but not new battery capacity, so battery wear is a practical thing to check on refurb listings.
It is expected to lose the latest macOS releases in about 1-2 years. Apple's typical support lifecycle is around 7-8 years, so this model is closer to the end of that window than a newer Mac.
these have been touching this price range for a while now. for whatever reason the m2 is a little more price sticky. will be interesting when those start to come down in price also
these have been touching this price range for a while now. for whatever reason the m2 is a little more price sticky. will be interesting when those start to come down in price also
This probably wont drop any more for a while with the ram shortages at the moment
I bought one a few weeks ago, the 16GB variant. The laptop appears to be in good physical condition. A minor dent at the bottom. Battery has 430 cycles and is at 84%. But it does not come with OEM charger nor the MagSafe cable. It came with an 90W Apple USB-C charger and an USB-C to USB-C cable.
Man I'm getting tempted here. I've been waiting for a redesign which looks to be coming in about a year, but that'll be far more expensive than this is. Then again, this is 5 years old. $800 might be a little high for its age...
Might be an unpopular opinion but saying this retails for $2699 isn't correct. Sure, when it was the current model year it was that price but it's been several years since it was manufactured. It's like saying a used car in 2025 that was new in 2022 had a full retail sticker price. It isn't accurate for the present.
decent price, i want a M1 Max though for this. I was looking for a 64GB M1 Max machine to run some larger models. More for convenience... my 24GB M4 Pro is choking at times and 32GB is a small upgrade with weaker CPU / GPU so I am not sure. ebay has 64GB M1 Max 16" for around $1200
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This refurbished 16.2 inch MacBook Pro stands out as a still-capable workstation, especially for memory-heavy use, with 32GB of RAM and the M1 Pro chip. The 16GB version is still being used as a daily laptop, and the 32GB configuration is described as strong for the price. Storage is the main limitation, so an external NVMe is the suggested fix if more space is needed. The vague signs of wear wording, missing OEM charger and MagSafe cable, and likely shorter macOS support are the main cautions. It feels like a solid older Mac if the condition and storage tradeoffs are acceptable.
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To bad the condition isn't graded (A+ through F) as "signs of wear" could be bad.
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