UAE Price
AED 7,499
India Price
₹1,84,900
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Laptop · Apple · 2021
The Apple MacBook Pro 16 2021 M1 Max (MacBook Pro 16 2021 Series) 1TB / 36GB is Apple's 2021 laptop featuring a height x width x depth (in mm): 16.8 x 355.7 x 248.1 ( = 0.66 x 14 x 9.77 in) display, the Apple M1 Max 10c/10t 10 x 2.1 - 3.2 GHz, 30 W PL2 / Short Burst, 30 W PL1 / Sustained chipset. At AED 7,499 in the UAE and ₹1,84,900 in India, it sits firmly in the flagship tier.
The MacBook Pro 16 2021 with M1 Max delivers unmatched sustained CPU and GPU performance: 10-core CPU and 32-core GPU with 64GB unified LPDDR5 RAM handle 8K video rendering and complex simulations without throttling. Battery lasts up to 22 hours on light tasks, thanks to the 99.6Wh cell and Apple’s efficiency. It excels for motion graphics artists, AI researchers, and developers running Docker, VMs, or large codebases. The 353g power adapter is bulky, and the single HDMI port limits multi-monitor setups without dongles. Thermal throttling is rare but occurs under 48-hour sustained 32-core GPU loads. In UAE at AED 7499, it’s worth it because no Windows laptop matches this combo of performance, battery, and build in this weight class. In India at ₹184900, it’s overpriced—equivalent AMD Ryzen 9 7945HX laptops with RTX 4070 and 64GB RAM offer similar raw power for ₹155000, with more ports and upgradeability.
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| Battery | 99.6 Wh Lithium-Polymer |
| Camera | Webcam: 1080pPrimary Camera: 2 MPix |
| Connections | 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 |
| Networking | 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 |
| Size | height x width x depth (in mm): 16.8 x 355.7 x 248.1 ( = 0.66 x 14 x 9.77 in) |
| Weight | 2.2 kg ( = 77.6 oz / 4.85 pounds), Power Supply: 353 g ( = 12.45 oz / 0.78 pounds) |
| Display | 16.20 inch 16:10, 3456 x 2234 pixel 254 PPI, Mini-LED, glossy: yes, HDR, 120 Hz |
| Graphics adapter | Apple M1 Max 32-Core GPU, 44 W TDP |
| Memory | 64 GB , LPDDR5-6400 |
| Storage | 1024 |
| Charging | fast charging / Quickcharge |
| Additional features | Speakers: 6 Speakers, 3D Audio, Keyboard: Chiclet, Keyboard Light: yes, 140W USB‑C Power Adapter, USB‑C to MagSafe 3 cable, 12 Months Warranty |
| Links | Apple homepage |
| Price | 4769 Euro |
| Processor | Apple M1 Max 10c/10t 10 x 2.1 - 3.2 GHz, 30 W PL2 / Short Burst, 30 W PL1 / Sustained |
| Operating System | Apple macOS 12 Monterey |
Specs sourced from official manufacturer website and GSMArena.
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Common questions about the MacBook Pro 16 (M1 Pro).
It remains a strong buy in 2026 for professionals needing top-tier performance and longevity, as the M1 Max chip and build quality ensure smooth operation for years. Its resale value and software support from Apple make it a reliable long-term investment.
The Apple MacBook Pro 16 2021 M1 Max with 1TB storage and 36GB RAM is priced at AED 7499 in the UAE. It is available through authorized Apple resellers and the official Apple UAE website.
The Apple MacBook Pro 16 2021 M1 Max with 1TB storage and 36GB RAM is priced at ₹184900 in India. It can be purchased from Apple India's official store and authorized retailers.
The 1080p FaceTime HD camera delivers sharp video quality with improved low-light performance thanks to the M1 Max chip's image signal processor. It handles video calls clearly even in dim environments.
The battery lasts up to 21 hours of video playback on a single charge. This exceptional endurance is achieved through the energy-efficient M1 Max chip and optimized macOS power management.
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