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MacBook Pro 14 (M4 Max) vs MacBook Pro 16 (M3 Max)

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Apple MacBook Pro 14 2024 M4 Pro Entry (MacBook Pro 14 2024 Series) 1TB / 36GB

Apple MacBook Pro 14 2024 M4 Pro Entry (MacBook Pro 14 2024 Series) 1TB / 36GB

AED 13,999

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 (M4 Max) vs MacBook Pro 16 (M3 Max)

The M3 Max’s 40-core GPU and 128GB RAM outperform the M4 Pro’s 16-core GPU and 24GB RAM in sustained pro workloads like 8K video rendering or AI training. The MacBook Pro 14 with M4 Pro suits mobile creatives needing 1TB storage and 18-hour battery life for field editing, while its lighter 1.59kg weight aids travel. The M3 Max model is for professionals running multiple 3D simulations or 16-track Pro Tools sessions, where 128GB RAM and 56W sustained power prevent throttling. In UAE at AED 13999 vs AED 12999, the M3 Max wins because it offers 5.3x more GPU cores and 5.3x more RAM for just AED 1000 more; in India at ₹349900 vs ₹324900, the M3 Max loses on value because the 25GB price gap doesn’t justify the 104GB RAM deficit for most local workflows.

Full Specs Comparison

Spec
MacBook Pro 14 (M4 Max)
MacBook Pro 16 (M3 Max)
Processor
Apple M4 Pro 12-Core 12c/12t, 8 x 4.5 GHz Apple M4 P-Core, 4 x 2.6 GHz Apple M4 E-Core
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 M4 Pro 16-Core GPU
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
24 GB , LPDDR5x-8533, dual-channel, unified
128 GB , LPDDR5-6400, Dual-Channel, onboard
Storage
1024
512
Battery
72.6 Wh, 6269 mAh Lithium-Ion
99.6 Wh Lithium-Ion
Ports
3 USB4 40 Gbps, 3 Thunderbolt, USB-C Power Delivery (PD), 1 HDMI, 3 DisplayPort, Audio Connections: headphone , 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
Bluetooth 5.3
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
1.591 kg ( = 56.12 oz / 3.51 pounds), Power Supply: 365 g ( = 12.88 oz / 0.8 pounds)
2.147 kg ( = 75.73 oz / 4.73 pounds), Power Supply: 347 g ( = 12.24 oz / 0.77 pounds)
OS
Apple macOS 15 Sequoia
Apple macOS 14 Sonoma

Price Comparison

MarketMacBook Pro 14 (M4 Max)MacBook Pro 16 (M3 Max)Difference
UAEAED 13,999AED 12,999MacBook Pro 16 (M3 Max) saves AED 1,000
India₹ 3,49,900₹ 3,24,900MacBook Pro 16 (M3 Max) saves ₹ 25,000

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