MacBook Pro 16-inch (2019 Model) Performance Test

Device Specifications

• Model: MacBook Pro 16 inch, 2019.
• Processor: 2.3 GHz 8-core Intel i9.
• Memory: 16 GB DDR4 (non-upgradable, built-in to the motherboard).
• Graphics: Intel UHD Graphics 630 and AMD Radeon Pro 5500M.
• Storage: 1 TB SSD (built-in, non-upgradable).

Speed Test Using Blackmagic

• Test Application: Blackmagic Disk Speed Test.
• Result: Write and read speeds of about 2500 to 2800 MB/s.

File Transfer Test

• Data: Folder containing a mix of files totaling 100 GB.
• Observation: Internal file transfer (copying within the same SSD) took less than two seconds for 100 GB.

Comparison with External SSD (Samsung T7)

• Capacity: 500 GB Samsung T7 SSD.
• Transfer Time: About two minutes to transfer 100 GB from the Samsung T7 SSD to the MacBook Pro.
• Speed Test Result: Write speed of about 800 MB/s and read speed of around 900 MB/s, which is less than the built-in SSD speeds.

Conclusion

• Recommendation: Purchase a MacBook Pro with larger built-in storage to avoid slower speeds of external drives.
• General Advice: The internal SSD of the MacBook Pro offers significantly higher speeds compared to external SSDs.

This summary highlights the key aspects of the MacBook Pro’s performance, focusing on its internal SSD’s speed compared to an external SSD. The results underscore the efficiency of the built-in SSD and the advantage of opting for a larger storage option during purchase. If you have specific questions or need further details about any part of the process, feel free to ask!