Apple MacBook Pro “M2 Max” 12 CPU/30 GPU 16″ Specs

16-Inch, M2 Max, 2023 – BTO/CTO – Mac14,6A27808103

macbook pro m2 pro specs

About this MacBook Pro

Apple launched this MacBook Pro M2 Max 16-inch on January 17, 2023. It is a high-performance device with powerful internals. This MacBook Pro has a more powerful processor and GPU than previous models. Apple also included a bigger battery for extended battery life in this model and improved connectivity options. Users can also upgrade this model with the option to add additional RAM. This model may be purchased with a custom setup as a Build-To-Order (BTO) or Configure-To-Order (CTO) option.

This 2023 MacBook Pro model is powered by Apple’s latest M2 Max processor with 12 cores (8 performance cores and 4 efficiency cores). The internals also has a 30-core graphics processor to speed up processing for faster and more efficient workflows. A 16-core Neural Engine further boosts the machine learning processes of this device. The onboard RAM of this model is 32 GB with a 512 GB or 1 TB onboard SSD. Both RAM and SSD storage is upgradeable at the time of purchase.

The Apple MacBook Pro 2023 M2 Max features a widescreen 16.2-inch Liquid Retina XDR display. It is a high-resolution display equipped with LED-backlit technology. It has a display resolution of 3456 x 2234 at 254 ppi with 1000 nits sustained, and 1600 nits peak HDR brightness. The contrast ratio of the display is 1,000,000:1.

This 16-inch MacBook Pro 2023 model features a top-notch FaceTime HD camera that can take high-quality 1080p videos and photos. It also has a six-speaker sound system that produces crystal clear sound thanks to the force-canceling woofers. The backlit Magic Keyboard on the device has a Touch ID sensor and a large Force Touch trackpad for easy navigation. This MacBook Pro model also has a long-lasting battery life that can last between 15 to 22 hours.

This device provides a wide range of connectivity options, such as Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax), Bluetooth 5.3, three Thunderbolt 4 ports, an HDMI 2.1 port, an SD card slot that supports SDXC, a 3.5mm headphone jack, and a MagSafe 3 power connector for charging. 

The MacBook Pro 2023 16-inch model (12 CPU/30 GPU) is available in two colors, Silver and darker Space Gray. It weighs approximately 4.8 lbs (2.16 kg). The device has a height of 1.68 cm, a width of 35.57 cm, and a depth of 24.81 cm.

Processor

 3.68 GHz Apple M2 Max

Ram

 32 GB

MacBook Pro M2
Storage

 512 GB, 1 TB SSD

Battery Life

15-22 Hours

Storage & Memory

This model comes with a standard unified RAM of 32 GB and has two onboard SSD storage capacity options, either 512 GB or 1 TB, providing better speed and efficiency. This device’s RAM and SSD storage are only upgradeable at the time of purchase.

Screen Size and Resolution

This Apple MacBook Pro has a high-resolution 16.2-inch color widescreen Liquid Retina XDR display with a contrast ratio of 1,000,000:1. This LED-backlit display can provide sustained brightness of up to 1000 nits and a peak brightness of 1600 nits for HDR. The display of this device offers stunning image quality with a resolution of 3456 x 2234 at 254 ppi. The display also has a notch at the top that houses the webcam and sensors, adding to its sleek and modern design. This model’s display supports 1 billion colors. It has various features, including Wide color (P3) for a wider range of colors, True Tone, which adjusts the display’s color temperature based on ambient lighting, and ProMotion, which delivers adaptive refresh rates for smoother scrolling and improved gaming experience.

OS & Processor

This MacBook Pro is a powerhouse, boasting a 64-bit M2 Max (SoC) processor that runs at an impressive speed of 3.68 GHz. The processor comprises 12 cores, with 8 designed for performance and 4 for efficiency. The device also has a 30-core GPU that enhances graphics performance and helps improve battery life. The 16-core Neural Engine is responsible for optimizing machine learning processes. With a memory bandwidth of 400 GB/s, this device can easily handle even the most demanding tasks. 

This MacBook Pro comes with the pre-installed macOS 13.2 (22D49), providing users with the latest features and improvements in performance and security.

Battery

The MacBook Pro is powered by a Lithium-Polymer battery with a capacity of 100 W h, which provides a long-lasting battery life of 15-22 hours, making it ideal for professionals who are always on the go. This model comes with a default 140W USB-C Power Adapter that supports fast charging, which enables the battery to reach a 50% charge in just 30 minutes.

Upgradeability

This MacBook Pro comes with 32 GB of default RAM, which is upgradable to 64 GB at purchase. The device can also be equipped with either 512 GB or 1 TB GB SSD storage, which can be upgraded to a massive 8 TB. Both the RAM and storage cannot be upgraded by users after the initial purchase and must be selected at the time of purchase.

Inclusive Features

  • Apple’s latest M2 Max processor with a 3.68 GHz clock speed
  • 12-core processor (8 performance and 4 efficiency cores)
  • 30-core GPU for enhanced graphics performance
  • 16-core Neural Engine
  • 400 GB/s memory bandwidth
  • 32 GB standard RAM and 512 or 1 TB SSD storage (upgradeable at the time of system purchase)
  • 16.2-inch Liquid Retina XDR display with a native resolution of 3456 x 2234
  • 1600 nits peak brightness (HDR)
  • 16:10 aspect ratio
  • 1080p FaceTime HD webcam
  • Advanced image signal processor with computational video
  • Backlit Magic Keyboard
  • TouchID sensor
  • Support for Wide color (P3), True Tone, and ProMotion technology
  • High-fidelity six-speaker sound system
  • Improved several connectivity options
  • Lithium-Polymer 100 W h battery
  • Supports fast charging (50% charge in approximately 30 minutes)
  • MagSafe 3 power connector
  • Comes with 140W USB-C Power Adapter
  • Comes with pre-install macOS 13.2 (22D49)
  • Available in Silver and a darker Space Gray color

 

Introduced:  January 17, 2023

Discontinued: October 30, 2023

Screen Size and Resolution

Memory

Screen Size

16.2 ” Widescreen

Level 1 Cache

192k+128k x8, 128k+64k x4

Resolution

3456×2234

Level 2/Level 3 Cache

 32 MB x8, 4 MB x4

Processor

RAM Type

Unified

Processors

1 (12 Cores)

Min. RAM Speed

N/A

Architecture

64-Bit

Standard RAM

32 GB

Speed

3.68 GHz

Maximum RAM

 64 GB

Type

Apple M2 Max

RAM Slots

None

Processor Upgrade

Soldered

Motherboard RAM

 32 GB

FPU

Integrated

Graphics

System Bus Speed

N/A

Video Card

 30-Core

Cache Bus Speed

N/A

VRAM Type

Integrated

ROM/Firmware

Proprietary

Standard VRAM

Integrated

EFI Architecture

64-Bit

Maximum VRAM

Integrated

Storage

Inclusive Features and Ports

Standard Storage

512 GB, 1 TB SSD

Standard Optical Drive

None

Storage Speed

Onboard

Standard Ethernet

None

Storage Dimensions

Soldered

Standard Modem

None

Storage Interface

Onboard

Standard AirPort

802.11ax (Wi-Fi 6E)

Battery

Standard Bluetooth

5.3

Type

100 W h Li-Poly

USB Port

 3 (4)

Battery Life

 15-22 Hours

FireWire Port

None

Description

Keyboard

Full-size (Magic Keyboard)

Case Type

Notebook

Inclusive Input

Trackpad (Force Touch)

Form Factor

MacBook Pro 16″ 2023

SDXC Card Slot

N/A

Apple Order No

BTO/CTO

Microphone

N/A

Apple Subfamily

16-Inch, M2 Max, 2023

Headphone

3.5 mm

Apple Model Number

A2780 (EMC 8103)

Sound Out

None

Model ID

Mac14,6

Power Adapter

140W USB-C