Is a 2012 Mac Pro still good in 2020?

In short: no, a 2012 MacBook Pro 8 would not be a good buy in 2020. Among other things, the newer models of the MacBook Pro has a better design, a better chip, and likely to receive the latest software update in the foreseeable future.

Is a 2012 MacBook Pro still worth it?

A: The 2012 MacBook Pro (8GB RAM) is an excellent machine and can be a good buy in 2020. If you install an SSD, and install macOS Catalina 10.15 on it then your 2012 MacBook Pro will run faster than when it was new.

Is a MacBook from 2012 still good?

Due to its good performance and supported by an attractive appearance. One of them is the Macbook Pro released in 2012. Even though it is old school, aka its 8 years old since it was first released, this Macbook still has a lot of enthusiasts, even though this type of Macbook is out of production.

How long will the mid 2012 MacBook Pro be supported?

A 2012 13” MacBook Pro is supported up through Catalina — 7 years, and Catalina will be supported for 2 more years, so a 2012 13” MacBook Pro will receive upgrades for 7 years, and updates for up to 9 years, since initial release.

Why MacBook Pro mid 2012 is the best?

In my quest to find the Ultimate MacBook Pro, i found out the Mid 2012 Hi-Res antiglare model is the best: 16GB of ram, maximum 4TB disk space, a wide array of standardized ports built right in, replaceable battery and MagSafe, with the sacrifice of resolution and processing power.

Can I update my MacBook Pro 2012 to Big Sur?

macOS Big Sur removes support for machines like the 2012 MacBook Pro, which is over eight years old at this point. While this is unfortunate for owners of old machines, the reasoning is likely due to the limited capabilities of such hardware.

What is a mid 2012 MacBook Pro worth?

A stock 13″ 2012 MBP sells for around $450 on eBay. Sellers rarely get back what upgrades cost, but you should be able to sell for somewhat more, but probably not $700.