MacBook Pro (2014) 15″ – Intel Core i7 2.2GHz 4‑core CPU – 16GB RAM – SSD 256GB – Silver

Buying the MacBook Pro 15″ 2014 with an Intel processor can make sense if you find a very good deal and your usage is focused on everyday tasks or as a secondary machine. This model has a very good Retina display, a quad-core Intel Core i7 processor for its time and Apple’s renowned build quality. On the flip side it is quite old now and its support lifecycle is shorter. The processor and architecture are dated, battery health is likely reduced, and compatibility with the latest OS updates and applications may be limited. So if you value cost savings over cutting-edge features it is a reasonable option, but for long-term use or heavy workloads a newer model will likely serve better.

The difference between Apple Silicon and Intel processors comes mainly from their architecture. Apple Silicon is built on ARM technology, which makes laptops faster, cooler and far more efficient, especially when running demanding tasks. Intel chips use the x86 architecture, which consumes more power but can still handle older or specialised software very well. In everyday use Apple Silicon generally delivers stronger performance and noticeably better battery life.

The MacBook Pro 15-inch from 2014 comes only with an Intel processor, as it was released years before Apple introduced the M1 chip. There is no version of this model equipped with Apple Silicon.

A refurbished MacBook is a device that has been previously used and then carefully inspected, cleaned and restored by technicians to ensure it works properly again. It is not brand new, but it undergoes full testing and part replacements when needed. Since the refurbishment is carried out by partners, there is no guarantee that every component is original or that the device keeps its factory water resistance. It offers a fully working laptop at a lower price while also reducing electronic waste.