Apple MacBook Pro 14.2" M1 Pro Gray 2021
NIMO N159
What Buyers Say
Apple MacBook Pro 14.2" M1 Pro Gray 2021
The MacBook Pro 14" M1 Pro refurbished from Best Buy receives mostly positive feedback for its performance, display, and value. However, condition varies significantly—some units arrive like new while others have dents, scratches, or generic chargers. The inconsistent refurbishment quality and third-party vendor issues are common complaints.
Pros
- Excellent performance
- Stunning display quality
- Great battery life
- Like-new condition (some units)
- Good value for money
Cons
- Inconsistent refurbishment quality
- Generic charger instead of original
- Missing original box
- Dents and scratches on some units
- Third-party vendor issues on Best Buy
NIMO N159
Users are overwhelmingly positive about this laptop, praising its speed, lightweight design, and value for money compared to major brands like HP. A few reviewers noted minor setup frustrations, such as limited documentation and a learning curve for data transfer, but all resolved these issues and ultimately recommend the product. The consistent 5-star ratings and repeated mentions of flawless performance for business use indicate strong satisfaction.
Pros
- Fast performance
- Lightweight design
- Great value for money
- Easy setup
- Excellent packaging
Cons
- Limited documentation
- Data transfer learning curve
- No interactive setup guide
- No YouTube tutorial provided
Scores
Specifications
| Apple MacBook Pro 14.2" M1 Pro | NIMO N159 | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | ||
| CPU* | Apple M1 Pro★ | Intel Core i3 1215U |
| CPU Multi-Core Score | ||
| Cores | 8★ | 6 |
| Frequency | 3.2 GHz★ | 1.2 GHz |
| L3 Cache | — | 10 MB★ |
| Graphics | ||
| GPU | Apple M1 Pro 14-core★ | Dedicated, Integrated |
| GPU Benchmark Score | No data | |
| Type | integrated | integrated |
| VRAM Type | System Shared | — |
| Memory & Storage | ||
| RAM | 16 GB★ | 8 GB |
| RAM Generation | LPDDR5★ | DDR4 |
| Storage 1 | 512 GB★ | 256 GB |
| Storage 1 Type | SSD | NVMe SSD★ |
| Display | ||
| Size | 14.2" | 15.6" |
| Resolution | 3024 px★ | — |
| Panel | Mini-LED★ | — |
| Refresh Rate | 120 Hz★ | — |
| Brightness | 1000 nits★ | — |
| Color Gamut | 100% DCI-P3 | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB-C Ports | 3★ | 1 |
| USB Ports | 3 | 3 |
| Thunderbolt | Thunderbolt 4 | — |
| HDMI | HDMI | HDMI 1.4 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6 | Wi-Fi 6 |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.0 | Bluetooth 5.2★ |
| Physical | ||
| Weight | 1.59 kg★ | 1.70 kg |
| Battery | — | 54 Wh★ |
| OS | macOS | Windows 11 |
Pros & Cons
Apple MacBook Pro 14.2" M1 Pro Gray 2021
- Strong port selection (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong screen (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong reliability (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong social proof (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Below average ram (27th percentile)
NIMO N159
- Strong user sentiment (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong social proof (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Strong port selection (66th percentile)
- Below average reliability (4th percentile)4th %ile
- Below average gpu (14th percentile)14th %ile
- Below average ram (14th percentile)14th %ile
- Below average screen (22nd percentile)
Verdict
Scores 77 overall, wins 8 of 8 usage categories and 15 of 28 specs.