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Apple MacBook Pro “M1 Pro” 10-Core 3.2 16” 2021 Specs
16-Inch, M1 Pro, 2021 – MK1E3LL/A – MacBookPro18,1 – A2485 – 3651
About this MacBook Pro
Apple launched this MacBook Pro 2021 model on October 18, 2021. It is technically identical to the Apple MacBook Pro 14-Inch “M1 Pro” 10 CPU/16 GPU but with larger display size.
The processing unit of this MacBook Pro consists of an M1 Pro chip equipped with 10 cores. The cores available in the processor are divided into 8 performance cores and 2 power-efficiency cores. Turbo boost is not supported in this model. However, it features an integrated Apple GPU offering 16 cores. The SoC also has a fast 16-core Neural Engine and 16 GB of unified memory in this model. This MacBook Pro series has some clear improvements as compared to its 2020 MacBook Pro Intel predecessors.
This model’s bigger display size and battery differentiate it from the other MacBook Pro M1 Pro models. It features a 16-Inch widescreen display. The technology behind the high-quality display of this notebook is the Liquid Retina XDR display. It delivers a better contrast ratio, improved peak brightness, and a more impressive HDR video presentation. This model has wireless connectivity options, including 802.11ax Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth 5. It also features 3 Thunderbolt 4 ports, an HDMI 2.0 port, an SDXC-capable SD card slot, and a MagSafe port.
This MacBook is available to buy in two different colors, Silver- Darker Space Gray.
This MacBook Pro comes installed with macOS Monterey 12.0.1 and can be upgraded to the latest macOS. This 16-inch MacBook Pro also measures 0.66 in ×14.01 in ×9.77 in and weighs 4.7 lbs (2.1 kg).
3.2 GHz Apple M1 Pro
16 GB
512 GB, 1 TB SSD
14-21 Hours
Storage
Apple currently offers the MacBook Pro 16-Inch M1 Pro model with two different memory capacities, 512 GB and 1 TB SSD. It can also be upgraded to a higher range to support your workloads and technical requirements.
Screen Size and Resolution
This model features a larger display than other MacBook Pro M1 Pro models. The 16.2-Inch Liquid Retina XDR display provides a 3456 x 2234 pixel resolution (254 ppi). Apple claims this model can achieve peak brightness of up to 1,600 nits. It features a 1,000,000:1 contrast ratio and roughly a 16:10 aspect ratio. It also supports ProMotion technology to deliver an adaptive refresh rate of up to 120 Hz. 1 billion colors, Wide color (P3), and True Tone are also supported in this notebook.
Processor & Graphics Processing Unit (GPU)
Apple installed a 10-core M1 Pro processor in this MacBook Pro, which is excellent for all tasks. Its clock speed of 3.2 GHz and 64-bit architecture provides up to 200GB/s of memory bandwidth. Apple’s model has an integrated graphics card that offers 16 cores in the M1 Pro Chip. Apple reports that the GPU delivers more performance while using less power, making it an ideal device for creative professionals and 3D artists. Moreover, it uses a 16-core Neural Engine for creating machine learning models fast.
Battery
The MacBook Pro M1 Pro 16-Inch model features 192k+128k and 128k+64k L1 cache memory per performance core and efficiency core, respectively. It has an L3 System Level Cache of 24 MB with 256-bit DDR5 SDRAM of 16 GB.
Battery Life
This model features a bigger Li-Poly battery of 100 W h. Apple claims that the approximate battery life of this MacBook Pro model is 14-21 hours.
Upgradability
The unified RAM of this notebook can be upgraded from 16 GB to 32 GB. The standard onboard storage of 512/1TB SSD could also be upgradable to higher capacity. The operating system of this model supports the current version of macOS.
Inclusive Features
- Apple 64-bit 3.2 GHz M1 Max processor with 10 cores
- 16-core GPU to handle graphics-intensive tasks with ease
- Neural Engine for helping in faster processing
- The bigger display size of 16.2-Inch
- The peak brightness of 1600 nits
- Display resolution of 3456 x 2234 at 254 pixels per inch
- The bigger battery size of 100 W h
- Long battery life of up to 14-21 hours
- Upgradable RAM and SSD storage
- Several ports available for connectivity
- 3 Thunderbolt 4 ports, HDMI port, SDXC card slot, and MagSafe 3 port
- Available in Silver and darker Space Gray colors
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Introduced: October 18, 2021 |
Discontinued: January 17, 2023 |
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Screen Size and Resolution |
Memory |
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Screen Size |
16.2″ Widescreen |
Level 1 Cache |
192k+128k x8, 128k+64k x2 |
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Resolution |
3456×2234 |
Level 2/Level 3 Cache |
12 MB x8, 4 MB x2 |
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Processor |
RAM Type |
Unified |
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Processors |
1 (10 Cores) |
Min. RAM Speed |
N/A |
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Architecture |
64-Bit |
Standard RAM |
16 GB |
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Speed |
3.2 GHz |
Maximum RAM |
32 GB |
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Type |
Apple M1 Pro |
RAM Slots |
None |
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Processor Upgrade |
Soldered |
Motherboard RAM |
16 GB |
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FPU |
Integrated |
Graphics |
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System Bus Speed |
N/A |
Video Card |
16-core |
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Cache Bus Speed |
N/A |
VRAM Type |
Integrated |
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ROM/Firmware |
Proprietary |
Standard VRAM |
Integrated |
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EFI Architecture |
64-Bit |
Maximum VRAM |
Integrated |
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Storage |
Inclusive Features and Ports |
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Standard Storage |
512 GB, 1 TB SSD |
Standard Optical Drive |
None |
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Storage Speed |
Onboard |
Standard Ethernet |
None |
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Storage Dimensions |
Soldered |
Standard Modem |
None |
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Storage Interface |
Onboard |
Standard AirPort |
802.11ax (Wi-Fi 6) |
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Battery |
Standard Bluetooth |
5.0 |
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Type |
100 W h Li-Poly |
USB Port |
3 (4) |
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Battery Life |
14-21 Hours |
FireWire Port |
None |
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Description |
Keyboard |
Full-size (Magic Keyboard) |
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Case Type |
Notebook |
Inclusive Input |
Trackpad (Force Touch) |
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Form Factor |
MacBook Pro 16″ 2021 |
SDXC Card Slot |
1 |
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Apple Order No |
MK1E3LL/A |
Microphone |
3 |
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Apple Subfamily |
16-Inch, M1 Pro, 2021 |
Headphone |
3.5 mm |
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Apple Model Number |
A2485 (EMC 3651) |
Sound Out |
None |
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Model ID |
MacBookPro18,1 |
Power Adapter |
140W USB-C |
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