Full disclosure, when i made my purchase back in Sep /Oct, the price was $1449; $70 lower than today's post but I believe this is still the absolute best value that exists (until the 2nd or 3rd gen M1s come out), and here's why:• Current M1 versions lack support, compatibility and stability. Resetting to factory apparently bricks the system, and half the programs are running on an emulator. This is why Apple has not released them in their flagship models yet (ie 16" Pro) ... too many bugs to work out. I felt purchasing an M1 at this time would be like being a free "beta tester" for Apple; no thanks, I'll wait until everything's solid again.• Core i7 upgrade is just negligible. Evaluating online benchmarks as well as real-world use tests seemed to indicate that this i5 works practically identically to the more expensive i7. Paying for the i7 version would be like throwing bad money after good, if you know what I mean.• 128Gb and 256Gb are too little, but 512Gb is perfect for most people and purposes, and if more space is necessary, then an external HD was probably always in the future no matter what, so why pay $300 extra for only 500 more Gbs integrated?My received unit was most likely a floor model based on its battery time and cord condition, which is perfect, and it feels like brand new. Delivery was spot on time. Can't say enough about how well it works and fulfills all needs and purposes at such a higher level than my previous laptop, a 2017 Air 13". Highly recommend if you can get it at such a reasonable price point. This review will be valid until probably early 2022, at which time, or shortly thereafter, the new M1s will blow this one out of the water... and I'll have to upgrade again... {sigh}.