Apple has given the base‑model MacBook Pro a modest upgrade. After introducing the M5‑powered version a year ago, the company is now equipping the entry‑level laptop with its newer M6 processor, the same chip that debuted in August as part of the recent Mac Mini refresh.
The 2025 update to the entry‑level MacBook Pro made only minor adjustments compared with the M4 model released the year before. The chassis, port selection, webcam and speaker system remained unchanged, while the primary upgrade was the addition of the M5 chip, faster storage options, and a configurable 4 TB SSD that added $1,200 to the price.
The 2026 revision follows a similar pattern, swapping in the M6 chip while keeping the overall design and feature set largely the same. The announcement was made today.
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