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This is a discounted 16.2 inch MacBook Pro configuration that stands out for its M5 Max chip, 32 core GPU, and 2TB storage, with the deal landing around 20 percent off and even matching at Best Buy. The strong GPU is the main draw for heavier workloads, and the large SSD softens the lower memory tier for some use cases. The main drawback is the 36GB unified memory, which feels odd for an M5 Max and sits below the 48GB or 64GB configurations many would prefer. A solid fit if GPU power and storage matter more than top end memory.
Shoppers who can secure a price match, because the configuration has been matched down to about 20% off.
Best Buy price matching may be denied if an order is placed online for later denial, so shoppers may need to escalate within chat or request another agent.
36GB is workable for Pro-level use, but it is still below the 48GB and 64GB M5 Max tiers. The main concern is that this deal pairs a Max chip with a lower memory tier, which some buyers see as an odd balance.
Yes. The configuration was successfully price matched at Best Buy, and the deal is about 20% off. For Best Buy matching, it helps to have them send an invoice or match it in-store if the item is in stock.
Yes. This M5 Max configuration has a 32-core GPU, and that reduction from 40 cores is specifically called out as a downside. The Max chip still offers a much stronger GPU than the M5 Pro, so it makes more sense for GPU-heavy workloads.
Yes. The process can work online first, where an invoice is sent to complete the match, and then the laptop can be picked up in store. If one chat or agent refuses, asking for another person or starting a new chat can help.
For Best Buy price match, make sure to have them send an invoice or go to a store location and price match if it is in stock. Sometimes they will tell you to place order online for them to later deny you. Even if they can't send an invoice, ask to speak to another person who can or do a new chat.
I know there is a global memory manufacturing crunch but did Apple really have to drop the GPU count from 40 to 32 as well on a Max ?
Damn you Tim Apple.
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I know there is a global memory manufacturing crunch but did Apple really have to drop the GPU count from 40 to 32 as well on a Max ? Damn you Tim Apple.
That's Apple being Apple. Until recently they still included only 8GB RAM in $1000+ laptops Lol
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This is a discounted 16.2 inch MacBook Pro configuration that stands out for its M5 Max chip, 32 core GPU, and 2TB storage, with the deal landing around 20 percent off and even matching at Best Buy. The strong GPU is the main draw for heavier workloads, and the large SSD softens the lower memory tier for some use cases. The main drawback is the 36GB unified memory, which feels odd for an M5 Max and sits below the 48GB or 64GB configurations many would prefer. A solid fit if GPU power and storage matter more than top end memory.
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Damn you Tim Apple.
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