Upgradability - Mac Pro vs Mac Studio

The Mac Studio is a desktop computer designed for professionals needing a robust and reliable machine. It is not intended to be upgraded; all components are soldered to the motherboard. This means you cannot upgrade the CPU, GPU, RAM, or storage after purchasing the computer.


The only way to upgrade the Mac Studio is to purchase a new model with your needed specifications. Apple offers a variety of configuration options for the Mac Studio, so you can choose the model that best suits your needs.


The MacBook Pro is a laptop computer designed for professionals needing a powerful and portable machine. Although some of its components are still accessible and upgradeable by a skilled technician, it is also not designed to do so. For instance, replacing the SSD can upgrade the storage. On some models of the MacBook Pro, RAM can be upgraded as well.


Overall, the Mac Studio and MacBook Pro are both powerful computers, but they differ in terms of upgradability. The Mac Studio is not designed to be upgraded, while the MacBook Pro has some upgradable components.


Buy a Mac Studio if:

  • Absolute best performance

Buy a Mac Pro if:

  • Upgradeable computer
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