As Apple releases more Macs with its M1-series system on a chip, it seems like Apple’s lineup is getting more complicated. When the rollout is complete, it will be easier to discern what Macs address which markets. There’s one consideration users don’t need to make any more thanks to Apple silicon: You don’t have to worry about compromising performance if you decide to go with a laptop instead of a desktop Mac.
Before Apple started using its own silicon in Macs, the company used Intel processors. Intel’s processors are designed as mobile or desktop chips, and they differ based on thermal dynamics and power consumption. That usually meant a MacBook would be slower than a desktop Mac.
We’ve reviewed a few of Apple’s M1-equipped Macs, and for the
