Apple MacBook Pro “M3 Max” 14 CPU/30 GPU 16″ Specs

MRW33LL/A – Mac15,11 – A2991 – 8408

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About this MacBook Pro

The Apple MacBook Pro “M3 Max” 16-inch model was launched in late 2023. This model is powered by the Apple M3 Max processor, a 3 nm, 64-bit SoC with 14 cores (10 performance cores and 4 efficiency cores), and a clock speed of 4.05 GHz. It boasts a 30-core GPU and a 16-core Neural Engine, enhancing its performance in graphics-intensive tasks and machine learning applications. The memory bandwidth of this model is an impressive 300 GB/s.      

The MacBook Pro M3 Max features a 16.2-inch Liquid Retina XDR display, offering a resolution of 3456 x 2234 at 254 ppi. The display is capable of delivering up to 1000 nits of sustained brightness, a peak of 1600 nits for HDR content, and a contrast ratio of 1,000,000:1. It supports 1 billion colors, Wide color (P3), True Tone, and ProMotion technology for adaptive refresh rates up to 120 Hz, along with fixed refresh rates for specific needs. The display also includes a notch at the top center, housing the webcam and sensors.       

For connectivity, this MacBook Pro includes Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax), Bluetooth 5.3, three Thunderbolt 4 ports, an HDMI 2.1 port, an SDXC-capable SD card slot, and a 3.5 mm headphone jack. It also features a MagSafe 3 power connector for charging. The model supports up to four external displays, with specific resolutions and refresh rates depending on the connection type.       

The MacBook Pro M3 Max is equipped with a 1080p FaceTime HD webcam, a high-fidelity six-speaker sound system with force-canceling woofers, a backlit Magic Keyboard with a Touch ID sensor, and a large Force Touch trackpad. The onboard storage starts at 1 TB SSD and can be configured up to 8 TB at the time of purchase. The standard RAM is 36 GB, which can be upgraded to a maximum of 96 GB at the time of purchase, but it is not user-upgradable afterward.   

This model is available in two colors: silver and Space Black. It weighs approximately 4.8 lbs (2.16 kg) and measures 0.66 inches in height, 14.01 inches in width, and 9.77 inches in depth. The battery life is estimated to be between 15 to 22 hours, depending on usage, and it comes with a 140W USB-C Power Adapter.      

Introduced on October 30, 2023, the MacBook Pro M3 Max 16-inch model is a powerful and versatile laptop, suitable for professional and power users who require top-tier performance for demanding applications.   

 

Processor

 4.05 GHz  Apple M3 Pro

Ram

36 GB

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Storage

1 TB SSD

Battery Life

15-22 Hours

Storage & Memory

The MacBook Pro “M3 Max” 16-inch model comes with 36 GB of unified onboard RAM, providing ample memory for demanding applications and multitasking. It features a 1 TB onboard SSD, ensuring fast data access and storage efficiency. Both the RAM and SSD can be upgraded at the time of initial purchase, but they are not user-upgradable afterward.     

Screen Size and Resolution

This model boasts a 16.2-inch widescreen Liquid Retina XDR display, offering a resolution of 3456×2234 at 254 ppi. The LED-backlit display delivers up to 1000 nits of sustained brightness and a peak of 1600 nits for HDR content. It also has a 1,000,000:1 contrast ratio. The display supports 1 billion colors, Wide color (P3), True Tone, and ProMotion for adaptive refresh rates. A notch at the top houses the webcam and sensors.      

OS & Processor

The MacBook Pro is powered by a 4.05 GHz 64-bit Apple M3 Max processor with 14 cores (10 performance cores and 4 efficiency cores). It includes a 30-core GPU and a 16-core Neural Engine, enhancing its performance for graphics and AI-driven tasks. The device runs on macOS 14.1 (23B2073) and supports the latest macOS updates.    

Battery

Battery Equipped with a 100 W h Li-Poly battery, this MacBook Pro offers an estimated battery life of 15-22 hours, varying with usage. It comes bundled with a 140W USB-C Power Adapter.      

Upgradability

While the operating system of this MacBook Pro can be upgraded to the latest version, hardware upgrades are limited to the time of purchase. The standard 36 GB RAM can be increased to 96 GB, and the 1 TB SSD can be expanded up to 8 TB, depending on the user’s needs and initial configuration choices.     

Inclusive Features:

  • Apple’s M3 Max processor with a 4.05 GHz clock speed      
  • 14-core processor (10 performance and 4 efficiency cores)      
  • 30-core GPU for superior graphics performance      
  • 16-core Neural Engine 300 GB/s memory bandwidth    
  • 36 GB standard RAM and 1 TB SSD storage (upgradeable at the time of purchase)     
  • 16.2-inch Liquid Retina XDR display with a native resolution of 3456×2234     
  • 1600 nits peak brightness (HDR), 1000 nits sustained brightness     
  • 16:10 aspect ratio      
  • 1080p FaceTime HD webcam    
  • High-fidelity six-speaker sound system with force-cancelling woofers     
  • Backlit Magic Keyboard with Touch ID sensor     
  • Support for Wide color (P3), True Tone, and ProMotion technology      
  • Multiple connectivity options including Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.3, Thunderbolt 4 ports, HDMI 2.1 port, SDXC slot      
  • Lithium-Polymer 100 W h battery    
  • MagSafe 3 power connector Pre-installed with macOS 14.1 (23B2073) 
  • Available in Silver and Space Black colors      

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Introduced:  October 30, 2023

Discontinued: N/A

Screen Size and Resolution

Memory

Screen Size

16.2″

Level 1 Cache

192k+128k x10, 128k+64k x4

Resolution

3456×2234

Level 2/Level 3 Cache

 32 MB x10, 4 MB x4

Processor

RAM Type

Unified

Processors

1 (14 Cores)

Min. RAM Speed

N/A

Architecture

64-Bit

Standard RAM

36 GB

Speed

4.05 GHz

Maximum RAM

96 GB

Type

Apple M3 Max

RAM Slots

None

Processor Upgrade

Soldered

Motherboard RAM

36 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

 1 TB

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

MRW33LL/A

Microphone

N/A

Apple Subfamily

16-Inch, M3 Max, late 2023

Headphone

3.5 mm

Apple Model Number

A2991 (EMC 8408)

Sound Out

None

Model ID

Mac15,11

Power Adapter

140W USB-C