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

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Apple MacBook Pro 16 2023 M3 Max (MacBook Pro 16 2023 Series) 1TB / 36GB

Apple MacBook Pro 16 2023 M3 Max (MacBook Pro 16 2023 Series) 1TB / 36GB

AED 14,999

Buy on Amazon UAEFull Specs
Apple MacBook Pro 16 2023 M3 Pro (MacBook Pro 16 2023 Series) 1TB / 36GB

Apple MacBook Pro 16 2023 M3 Pro (MacBook Pro 16 2023 Series) 1TB / 36GB

AED 10,999

Buy on Amazon UAEFull Specs

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MacBook Pro 16 (M3 Max)

Our Verdict

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

Apple MacBook Pro 16 2023 M3 Max (40-core GPU, 128GB RAM) outperforms the M3 Pro (18-core GPU, 18GB RAM) in sustained workloads due to its 56W PL1 vs 27W PL1 and double the memory bandwidth. Professionals rendering 8K video, running 3D simulations, or compiling large codebases with 50+ threads should choose the M3 Max — its 128GB RAM prevents swapping during multi-terabyte project loads. The M3 Pro suits motion designers, software developers, and photographers who need 18GB RAM and 18-core GPU for 4K editing and Xcode builds without overheating under light loads. In UAE at AED 14999 vs AED 10999, the M3 Pro is better because it saves AED 4000 with 90% of the performance for most creative workflows; in India at ₹374900 vs ₹274900, the M3 Pro wins on value because ₹100,000 saved covers a high-end external SSD and monitor.

Full Specs Comparison

Spec
MacBook Pro 16 (M3 Max)
MacBook Pro 16 (M3 Pro)
Processor
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
Apple M3 Pro 12-Core 12c/12t, 6 x 4.1 GHz Apple M3 P-Core, 6 x 2.7 GHz Apple M3 E-Core, 27 W PL1 / Sustained
Graphics
Apple M3 Max 40-Core GPU, 60 W TDP
Apple M3 Pro 18-Core GPU, 28 W TDP
Screen Size
height x width x depth (in mm): 16.9 x 355.7 x 248.1 ( = 0.67 x 14 x 9.77 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
128 GB , LPDDR5-6400, Dual-Channel, onboard
18 GB , LPDDR5-6400, dual-channel, onboard
Storage
1024
1024
Battery
99.6 Wh 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: 3.5 mm Stereo, 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
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
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
2.147 kg ( = 75.73 oz / 4.73 pounds), Power Supply: 347 g ( = 12.24 oz / 0.77 pounds)
2.137 kg ( = 75.38 oz / 4.71 pounds), Power Supply: 347 g ( = 12.24 oz / 0.77 pounds)
OS
Apple macOS 14 Sonoma
Apple macOS 14 Sonoma

Price Comparison

MarketMacBook Pro 16 (M3 Max)MacBook Pro 16 (M3 Pro)Difference
UAEAED 14,999AED 10,999MacBook Pro 16 (M3 Pro) saves AED 4,000
India₹ 3,74,900₹ 2,74,900MacBook Pro 16 (M3 Pro) saves ₹ 1,00,000

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