29 December 2023
Why I Regret buying the M3 MacBook Pro - DON'T make this mistake!
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Summary
After buying the $1,700 base M3 MacBook Pro (8GB/512GB) on Christmas, he regrets not waiting for a 16GB model. Basic browsing uses about 7GB RAM plus 3.7GB swap; editing, OBS, Discord, Safari, and gaming reportedly pushed swap toward 8GB. After VAT refund, M3 Pro would cost roughly $2,165—about $440 extra, offering 18GB, stronger cores, and dual fans.
Insight
His portability-and-productivity upgrade immediately turns into anxiety about RAM longevity and future-proofing.