I FINALLY upgraded from the M1 to the M5 (...bruh)

M1 is still the GOAT, though; don't get it twisted. Wondershare Recoverit - https://bit.ly/3TjIKKD ___________________ Dbrand skin - https://dbrand.com/shop/skins/macbook... SSD (bruh): https://amzn.to/4xFV8TS SSD enclosure: https://ziketech.com/products/zike-va... SSD holder: https://amzn.to/4zo5N7y Thunderbolt Dock Final Boss: https://ivanky.com/products/fusiondoc... ► support the channel!   / rottenapplebyte   ► get my wallpapers here! https://rottenapplebyte.com/ ►video production plugins - https://mvfx.co/RottenApple (affiliate) gear - https://www.amazon.com/shop/rottenapp... ►socials   / rottenapplebyte     / rottenapplebyte   bluesky • https://bsky.app/profile/rottenappleb... threads • https://www.threads.net/@rottenapplebyte This video details a massive workflow upgrade, transitioning from a fragmented dual-Mac setup to a single, unified powerhouse: the 14-inch M5 Pro MacBook Pro. The content covers real-world editing performance, desk setup integration, and tech aesthetics. Key Video Segments • The Upgrade Catalyst: The previous 13-inch M2 MacBook Pro with 8GB RAM was insufficient for a portable editing workflow, necessitating a move to a "Pro" chip for heavy workloads. • Aesthetics & Customization: Opting for the Silver colorway over Space Black to avoid fingerprint smudges. The laptop features a transparent tech aesthetic utilizing a Dbrand teardown skin and a magnetic ZIKE SSD enclosure for portable 4TB storage. • Hardware Specifications: Showcasing the 14-inch M5 Pro MacBook Pro configured with 48GB of RAM and 1TB of storage. • Design Changes: Highlighting the transition away from the Touch Bar to physical function keys, adjusting to the display notch, and exploring new battery management modes. • Docking & Workflow: Reviewing the transition to the Ivanky Fusiondock Ultra, maximizing Thunderbolt 5 capabilities to drive a massive multi-monitor setup and a 24-inch Wacom Cintiq drawing tablet without the display issues experienced with previous docks. • Editing Performance: Demonstrating how the M5 Pro outperforms the M1 Max Mac Studio in Final Cut Pro, specifically when handling heavily stylized timelines, effects, and plugins without stuttering. • Gaming on Mac: A brief discussion on the state of Mac gaming, acknowledging the machine's power and asking the audience for dedicated game recommendations.