MacBook Pro 13 (M1) vs Razer Blade 15 Base
Head-to-head specifications
| Metric | MacBook Pro 13 (M1) | Razer Blade 15 Base | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Geekbench 6 multi-core | 8,400 | 6,000 | +40.0% |
| Processor | Apple M1 | Intel Core i7-10750H | — |
| Graphics | Integrated 8-Core GPU | Nvidia GTX 1660 Ti | — |
| Display | 13.3" 2560x1600 | 15.6" 1920x1080 | — |
| Battery life (h) | 17 | 6 | +183.3% |
| Weight (kg) | 1.40 | 2.05 | -31.7% |
| RAM / storage (base) | 8GB / 256GB | 16GB / 256GB | — |
| Max configuration | 16GB / 2048GB | 16GB / 512GB | — |
| Operating system | macOS | Windows 10 Home | — |
| Price (USD) | $1,299–$2,299 | $1,599–$1,799 | -18.8% |
- MacBook Pro 13 (M1) is about 40% faster in Geekbench 6 multi-core. MacBook Pro 13 (M1) lasts longer on battery (17h vs 6h).
- MacBook Pro 13 (M1) is the more portable at 1.40 kg.
Verdict: MacBook Pro 13 (M1) or Blade 15 Base?
MacBook Pro 13 (M1) advantages
- Multi-core performance (+29%)
- Battery life (+65%)
- Portability (+32%)
- Affordability (+19%)
Razer Blade 15 Base advantages
- Base memory (+50%)
- Screen size (+15%)
Which should you choose?
- Choose the MacBook Pro 13 (M1) if you need maximum performance for demanding work or gaming.
- Choose the Razer Blade 15 Base if you run heavy multitasking, VMs or large projects.
- Choose the MacBook Pro 13 (M1) if long unplugged battery life is essential.
Value for money
MacBook Pro 13 (M1) delivers more performance per dollar, making it the better value of the two at their listed prices.
MacBook Pro 13 (M1) vs Razer Blade 15 Base: which should you choose?
MacBook Pro 13 (M1) — Apple ultrabook/creator laptop (2020) with the Apple M1 and Integrated 8-Core GPU, 8GB RAM, a 13.3-inch 2560x1600 display, 1.4 kg and about 17 h battery; from $1,299.
Razer Blade 15 Base — Razer gaming laptop (2020) with the Intel Core i7-10750H and Nvidia GTX 1660 Ti, 16GB RAM, a 15.6-inch 1920x1080 display, 2.05 kg and about 6 h battery; from $1,599.
MacBook Pro 13 (M1) vs Razer Blade 15 Base: MacBook Pro 13 (M1) is the faster laptop. MacBook Pro 13 (M1) is about 40% faster in Geekbench 6 multi-core. MacBook Pro 13 (M1) lasts longer on battery (17h vs 6h). MacBook Pro 13 (M1) is the more portable at 1.40 kg.
Performance
The MacBook Pro 13 (M1) is the faster machine in Geekbench 6 multi-core (8,400 vs 6,000), pairing the Apple M1 with Integrated 8-Core GPU. That gap matters most for video editing, compiling, 3D and gaming; for browsing and office work both feel quick. Note these serve different roles — a ultrabook/creator versus a gaming machine — so raw speed is only part of the story.
Portability and battery
The MacBook Pro 13 (M1) is easier to carry at 1.40 kg (vs 2.05 kg), and the MacBook Pro 13 (M1) lasts longer unplugged (about 17 h vs 6 h). For commuters and travellers these often matter more day-to-day than peak performance.
Configuration and value
Base configurations are 8 GB / 256 GB and 16 GB / 256 GB, with higher-spec variants available. RAM, storage and display upgrades change both price and experience — compare like-for-like configurations and check current street pricing before buying.
The verdict
Both are credible choices in the laptop comparison space; the specification table above lays out every metric so you can weigh the trade-offs that matter to you. Pick the one whose strengths line up with how you will actually use it.
Frequently asked questions
Is the MacBook Pro 13 (M1) better than the Razer Blade 15 Base?
MacBook Pro 13 (M1) is the clearly stronger overall choice, winning most of the dimensions that matter. MacBook Pro 13 (M1) is about 40% faster in Geekbench 6 multi-core. MacBook Pro 13 (M1) lasts longer on battery (17h vs 6h).
What is the main difference between the MacBook Pro 13 (M1) and the Razer Blade 15 Base?
MacBook Pro 13 (M1) is about 40% faster in Geekbench 6 multi-core. MacBook Pro 13 (M1) lasts longer on battery (17h vs 6h). MacBook Pro 13 (M1) is the more portable at 1.40 kg.
Which is better value?
MacBook Pro 13 (M1) delivers more performance per dollar, making it the better value of the two at their listed prices.
Which should I choose?
Choose the MacBook Pro 13 (M1) if you need maximum performance for demanding work or gaming. Choose the Razer Blade 15 Base if you run heavy multitasking, VMs or large projects.
Methodology
Laptops are compared on Geekbench 6 multi-core scores, processor and graphics hardware, display size and resolution, rated battery life, weight, RAM and storage across launch configurations, and list pricing (USD). Where a model spans several generations, the newest generation is shown. Battery figures are manufacturer or reviewer ratings under mixed use — sustained performance also depends on cooling, which benchmarks only partly capture.