{
  "id": 16938666,
  "title": "The new MacBook Pro maxes out at $14,549: here's what else you could buy for that",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/28/the-new-macbook-pro-maxes-out-at-14-549-heres-what-else-you-could-buy",
  "topic": "tech",
  "section": "Tech",
  "published": "2026-10-28T18:34:49.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "XDA Developers",
    "slug": "xda-developers",
    "url": "https://www.xda-developers.com/the-new-macbook-pro-maxes-out-at-14500-heres-what-else-you-could-buy/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Apple unveiled a new MacBook Pro featuring the PROLED XDR Display, boasting a 16-inch screen, 16 TB storage, 128 GB RAM, and an M5 Max chip. This high-end model costs a staggering $14,549. For those who appreciate affordable and versatile hardware, especially Linux enthusiasts, here are some alternatives that can be purchased for the same budget.\n\nWhile the WinRAR software offers a free 40-day trial, using it beyond the trial period is cost-effective. For just $37.99 per license, you can acquire a bundle of WinRAR licenses, enough to cover 381 users or even distribute them to trick-or-treaters during Halloween.\n\nAlternatively, consider investing in multiple portable computing devices. Raspberry Pi 5 with 16GB of memory can be bought for $305 each, complete with a case, power supply, cooler, microSD card, Micro-HDMI to HDMI cable, and a beginner's guide. This brings the total to $390, which is just shy of funding 350 little projects. If inspiration is needed, PiShop.us provides guidance for beginners.\n\nIf a MacBook Pro is not your preference, a used 2020 Toyota Camry from CarBuzz is estimated at $14,000. This investment would provide car payments, gas money, and potentially even enhance in-car technology.",
  "summary": "That's a lot of money.",
  "key_points": [
    "New MacBook Pro costs $14,549, featuring PROLED XDR Display and M5 Max chip",
    "Alternatives for $14,549: WinRAR licenses for 381 users or Raspberry Pi 5 with 16GB memory",
    "Used 2020 Toyota Camry estimated at $14,000 for car payments and gas money"
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
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  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}