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MacBook Pro 14 (M1 Max) vs MacBook Pro 16 (M3 Max)

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Apple MacBook Pro 14 2021 M1 Pro Entry (MacBook Pro 14 Series) 1TB / 36GB

Apple MacBook Pro 14 2021 M1 Pro Entry (MacBook Pro 14 Series) 1TB / 36GB

AED 9,499

Buy on Amazon UAEFull Specs
Apple MacBook Pro 16 2023 M3 Max (MacBook Pro 16 2023 Series) 512GB / 24GB

Apple MacBook Pro 16 2023 M3 Max (MacBook Pro 16 2023 Series) 512GB / 24GB

AED 12,999

Buy on Amazon UAEFull Specs

Best Battery

MacBook Pro 16 (M3 Max)

Our Verdict

MacBook Pro 14 (M1 Max) vs MacBook Pro 16 (M3 Max)

The M3 Max 16-core CPU and 40-core GPU outperform the M1 Pro’s 8-core CPU and 14-core GPU, with 56W sustained power vs. 22W and 60W TDP vs. 15W, enabling sustained 8K video rendering and AI workloads the M1 Pro cannot match. The M1 Pro 14-inch is best for mobile professionals needing 16GB RAM and 1TB storage for 4K editing and all-day 18-hour battery life in a 1.6kg body. The M3 Max 16-inch suits professionals running 3D simulations, machine learning, or 16-channel audio production requiring 128GB RAM and 60W GPU headroom for unthrottled performance. In UAE at AED 9499 vs. AED 12999, the M1 Pro 14 is better because it offers double the storage for 27% less cost; in India at ₹229900 vs. ₹324900, the M1 Pro 14 wins on value because 1TB storage exceeds the M3 Max’s 512GB while costing 30% less.

Full Specs Comparison

Spec
MacBook Pro 14 (M1 Max)
MacBook Pro 16 (M3 Max)
Processor
Apple M1 Pro 8-Core 8c/8t 8 x 2.1 - 3.2 GHz, 22 W PL1 / Sustained
Apple M3 Max 16-Core 16c/16t, 12 x 4.1 GHz Apple M3 P-Core, 4 x 2.7 GHz Apple M3 E-Core, 56 W PL1 / Sustained
Graphics
Apple M1 Pro 14-Core GPU, 15 W TDP
Apple M3 Max 40-Core GPU, 60 W TDP
Screen Size
height x width x depth (in mm): 15.5 x 312.6 x 221.2 ( = 0.61 x 12.31 x 8.71 in)
height x width x depth (in mm): 16.9 x 355.7 x 248.1 ( = 0.67 x 14 x 9.77 in)
RAM
16 GB , LPDDR5-6400
128 GB , LPDDR5-6400, Dual-Channel, onboard
Storage
1024
512
Battery
69.9 Wh Lithium-Polymer
99.6 Wh Lithium-Ion
Ports
3 USB4 40 Gbps, 3 Thunderbolt, USB-C Power Delivery (PD), 1 HDMI, 3 DisplayPort, Audio Connections: 3.5 mm, Card Reader: SDXC, 1 Fingerprint Reader, Brightness Sensor
3 USB4 40 Gbps, 3 Thunderbolt, USB-C Power Delivery (PD), 1 HDMI, 3 DisplayPort, Audio Connections: 3.5 mm Stereo, Card Reader: SDXC, 1 Fingerprint Reader, Brightness Sensor
Wi-Fi
802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax (a/b/g/n = Wi-Fi 4/ac = Wi-Fi 5/ax = Wi-Fi 6/), Bluetooth 5.0
Broadcom 0x14E4, 0x4388 WiFi 6E AirPort (a/b/g/n = Wi-Fi 4/ac = Wi-Fi 5/ax = Wi-Fi 6/ Wi-Fi 6E 6 GHz), Bluetooth 5.3
Weight
1.6 kg ( = 56.44 oz / 3.53 pounds), Power Supply: 274 g ( = 9.67 oz / 0.6 pounds)
2.147 kg ( = 75.73 oz / 4.73 pounds), Power Supply: 347 g ( = 12.24 oz / 0.77 pounds)
OS
Apple macOS 12 Monterey
Apple macOS 14 Sonoma

Price Comparison

MarketMacBook Pro 14 (M1 Max)MacBook Pro 16 (M3 Max)Difference
UAEAED 9,499AED 12,999MacBook Pro 14 (M1 Max) saves AED 3,500
India₹ 2,29,900₹ 3,24,900MacBook Pro 14 (M1 Max) saves ₹ 95,000

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