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GrapheneOS vs Apple M2
GrapheneOS
37 positive (90%) · 3 mixed (7%) · 1 negative (2%)
Trust + time weighted: +88%
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I would personally only consider the Pixel if GrapheneOS is something you'd be interested in switching to, when that becomes available on Pixel 10s.
still grapheneos, get a pixel
pixel+grapheneos for sure.
i was tracking the price. wanted a pixel for grapheneos for a while
grapheneos is goated
Apple M2
30 positive (91%) · 1 mixed (3%) · 2 negative (6%)
Trust + time weighted: +82%
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The Apple M2 is generally viewed as a high-value, "snappy" processor that offers a significant upgrade over the M1, particularly regarding media engine performance and software longevity. While it is no longer the latest chip, users frequently recommend it for daily productivity and light creative work due to its balance of price and performance, especially when found at a discount or used.
Pros
- Excellent value for money, particularly as a budget-friendly alternative to M3/M4 models
- Improved hardware features over previous generations, including a brighter 500-nit screen and better webcam
- Enhanced media engine that handles 4K video streams more effectively than the M1
- Significantly longer macOS support window compared to the M1
Cons
- Limited external display support (requires closing the laptop lid to use two external monitors)
- Lacks hardware-accelerated AV1 decoding found in newer chip generations
- Built on an older 5nm process compared to more recent iterations
- Base 8GB RAM configurations can feel restrictive for professional workflows
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M2 is worse because of 5 nm and absence of hardware AV1 decoding.
The M2 supports 2 displays total so you have to close the laptop to use 2 external monitors
But my m2 did decently well with this
then consider M2 cuz anyway M2 will last longer than M1
if you have a very tight budget you can consider M2 as well