Apple MacBook Pro “M2 Max” 12 CPU/30 GPU 14″ Specs

MacBook Pro – A2779 – MPHG3LL/A

MacBook Pro M2

About this MacBook Pro

The MacBook Pro M2 Max 14-inch (12 CPU/30 GPU) was introduced on January 17, 2023. Compared to its previous version, the MacBook Pro M2 Pro 2023 has been enhanced with a faster processor and graphics performance, extended battery life, and improved connectivity. 

This MacBook Pro features a high-performance 64-bit M2 Max processor with 12 cores and a clock speed of 3.68 GHz. It has a 30-core GPU that ensures top-quality graphics performance. This model also features a 16-core Neural Engine, enabling faster and optimized machine learning processes. Its memory bandwidth is capable of achieving 400 GB/s.

The MacBook Pro M2 Pro 14-inch (12 CPU/30 GPU) launched by Apple features a widescreen LED-backlit 14.2-inch Liquid Retina XDR display with a resolution of 3024 x 1964 at 254 ppi. The display supports 1 billion colors, has a contrast ratio of 1,000,000:1, and a peak brightness of 1600 nits for HDR content. The display of this model also has advanced features such as Wide color (P3), True Tone, ProMotion technology, and fixed refresh rates. 

A FaceTime HD webcam is built-in and tucked into the notch at the top center of this model’s display. It can take 1080p pictures and videos. The MacBook Pro model has a high-fidelity six-speaker sound system with force-canceling woofers for clear, noise-free sound. A backlit Magic Keyboard with a Touch ID sensor and a large Force Touch trackpad controls the device. The battery life of this model is estimated to be 12-18 hours.

This MacBook Pro 2023 14-inch M2 Max model is equipped with a variety of connectivity options, such as Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax), Bluetooth 5.3, three Thunderbolt 4 ports, an HDMI 2.1 port, an SDXC-capable SD card slot, a 3.5 mm headphone jack, and a MagSafe 3 power connector for charging. 

This MacBook Pro is available in Silver and Space Gray color options. It weighs approximately 3.5 lbs (1.60 kg). The dimensions of this MacBook Pro are 1.55 cm in height, 31.26 cm in width, and 22.12 cm in depth.

Processor

 3.68 GHz Apple M2 Max

Ram

32 GB

MacBook Pro M2
Storage

 1 TB SSD

Battery Life

 12-18 Hours

Storage & Memory

This MacBook Pro model has a standard 32 GB of unified RAM. It also features a 1 TB onboarding SSD storage capacity for speed and efficiency. This device’s RAM and SSD storage are upgradeable only at the time of purchase.

Screen Size and Resolution

This Apple MacBook Pro model has a high-resolution 14.2-inch widescreen (1,000,000:1 contrast ratio) Liquid Retina XDR display. The display of this device is LED-backlit which delivers up to 1000 nits of sustained brightness and 1600 nits peak brightness for HDR. It provides a display resolution of 3024 x 1964 at 254 ppi. There is also a notch at the top of the display where the webcam and sensors are placed. It also supports 1 billion colors, Wide color (P3), True Tone, and ProMotion for adaptive refresh rates.

OS & Processor

The high performance of this MacBook Pro is powered by a 3.68 GHz 64-bit M2 Max (SoC) processor. The processor of this model has a total of 12 cores, with 8 performance and 4 efficiency cores. A powerful 30-core GPU is also installed in this device for improved battery life and better graphics performance. This MacBook Pro model features a 16-core Neural Engine responsible for accelerating and optimizing the processing. 

This MacBook Pro comes with a pre-installed macOS 13.2 (22D49).

Battery

This MacBook Pro has a built-in Lithium-Polymer 70 W h battery that provides 12-18 hours of battery life.

Upgradeability

The operating system of this device can be upgraded to the current version. 

The 32 GB default RAM is upgradeable to 64 GB. The 1 TB standard SSD for this model could be upgraded to 8 TB at an additional cost. The RAM and storage are built-in to this device and cannot be upgraded after the 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 1 TB SSD storage (upgradeable at the time of system purchase)
  • 14.2-inch Liquid Retina XDR display with a native resolution of 3024 x 1964
  • 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 70 W h battery
  • MagSafe 3 power connector
  • 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

14.2 ” Widescreen

Level 1 Cache

192k+128k x6, 128k+64k x4

Resolution

2560×1600

Level 2/Level 3 Cache

 32 MB x6, 4 MB x4

Processor

RAM Type

Unified

Processors

1 (12 Cores)

Min. RAM Speed

N/A

Architecture

64-Bit

Standard RAM

16 GB

Speed

3.49 GHz

Maximum RAM

32 GB

Type

Apple M2 Pro

RAM Slots

None

Processor Upgrade

Soldered

Motherboard RAM

16 GB

FPU

Integrated

Graphics

System Bus Speed

N/A

Video Card

 19-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 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

 70 W h Li-Poly

USB Port

 3 (4)

Battery Life

12-18 Hours

FireWire Port

None

Description

Keyboard

Full-size (Magic Keyboard)

Case Type

Notebook

Inclusive Input

Trackpad (Force Touch)

Form Factor

MacBook Pro 14″ 2023

SDXC Card Slot

N/A

Apple Order No

MPHG3LL/A

Microphone

N/A

Apple Subfamily

14-Inch, M2 Max, 2023

Headphone

3.5 mm

Apple Model Number

A2779 (EMC 8102)

Sound Out

None

Model ID

Mac14,9

Power Adapter

67W USB-C