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| Manufacturer | Apple |
|---|---|
| Product family | MacBook Pro |
| Release date | October 2023 |
| Introductory price | USD 2499 to 6299 |
| Discontinued | No |
| Operating system | macOS 14 Sonoma |
| CPU | Apple M3 Pro Apple M3 Max |
| Memory | 18 GB, 36 GB, 48 GB, 64 GB, 96 GB, 128 GB unified memory |
| Memory slots | None (soldered) |
| Storage | 512 GB, 1 TB, 2 TB, 4 TB, 8 TB SSD |
| Storage slots | None (soldered) |
| Removable storage | SDXC card slot |
| Display | Screen size: 16.2 inch Panel type: Mini-LED Coating: Glossy Resolution: 3456 x 2234 PPI: 254 Aspect ratio: 16:10 Refresh rate: 120 Hz (ProMotion) Brightness: 1000 nits sustained, 1600 nits peak (HDR) Contrast ratio: 1,000,000:1 P3: 100 % VRR: ProMotion |
| Graphics | Apple M3 Pro 18-core GPU Apple M3 Max 30-core GPU Apple M3 Max 40-core GPU |
| Sound | High-fidelity six-speaker sound system with force-cancelling woofers Wide stereo sound Support for Spatial Audio with Dolby Atmos |
| Camera | 1080p FaceTime HD camera |
| Touchpad | Force Touch trackpad |
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax) Bluetooth 5.3 3 x Thunderbolt 4 (USB-C) ports 1 x HDMI 2.1 1 x SDXC card slot 1 x 3.5mm headphone jack |
| Dimensions | W: 14.01 inches (35.6 cm) D: 9.77 inches (24.8 cm) H: 0.66 inches (1.7 cm) |
| Mass | 4.8 pounds (2.2 kg) |
| Power brick | 140W USB-C Power Adapter |
| Battery | 100-watt-hour lithium-polymer battery |
| Keyboard | Backlit Magic Keyboard |
| Chassis | Color: Space Black Materials: Aluminum |
| Number pad | No |
| Fingerprint reader | Yes (Touch ID) |
| Facial recognition | No |
| Predecessor | Apple MacBook Pro 16 (2021) |
| Website | Apple |
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The Apple MacBook Pro 16 (Late 2023) is a high-performance laptop designed for professionals and power users. It features Apple's M3 Pro and M3 Max chips, offering significant improvements in CPU and GPU performance, efficiency, and battery life over previous models. The MacBook Pro 16 is available in various configurations, with options for different processors, memory, and storage capacities.[1]
Primary Hardware
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Processor
The MacBook Pro 16 (Late 2023) can be configured with the following processors[1]:
- Apple M3 Pro with a 12-core CPU (6 performance cores and 6 efficiency cores)
- Apple M3 Max with a 14-core CPU (10 performance cores and 4 efficiency cores)
- Apple M3 Max with a 16-core CPU (12 performance cores and 4 efficiency cores)
The M3 Pro and M3 Max chips are built on a 3-nanometer process, offering significant improvements in performance and efficiency. The M3 Pro features a 12-core CPU, while the M3 Max can be configured with either a 14-core or 16-core CPU. Both chips include hardware-accelerated ray tracing and a 16-core Neural Engine.[1]
Reviewers have noted that the M3 Pro offers a slight improvement in multi-core performance over the M2 Pro, with a significant increase in single-core performance. The M3 Max, on the other hand, provides a substantial performance boost, especially in CPU-intensive tasks, surpassing Intel's H45 CPUs and AMD's HS processors in multi-core performance.[2][3]
Benchmarks:
- Cinebench R23:
- Geekbench 6:
Graphics
The MacBook Pro 16 (Late 2023) comes with the following GPU options[1]:
- Apple M3 Pro with an 18-core GPU
- Apple M3 Max with a 30-core GPU
- Apple M3 Max with a 40-core GPU
The M3 Pro and M3 Max GPUs offer hardware-accelerated ray tracing and support for advanced graphics features. The M3 Max configurations provide significant improvements in gaming and rendering tasks, with the 40-core GPU showing notable performance gains over the 30-core GPU.[2][3]
Benchmarks:
- 3DMark Wild Life Extreme Unlimited:
- Geekbench 6 Metal:
Memory
The MacBook Pro 16 (Late 2023) supports the following memory configurations[1]:
- 18 GB unified memory (M3 Pro)
- 36 GB unified memory (M3 Max)
- Configurable to 48 GB, 64 GB, 96 GB, or 128 GB (M3 Max)
The memory is soldered onto the motherboard, making it non-upgradable. The high memory bandwidth of up to 400 GB/s in the M3 Max configurations supports excellent performance in memory-intensive tasks.[2][3]
Benchmarks:
- Amorphous Memory Mark: High performance in memory benchmarks[3]
Storage
The MacBook Pro 16 (Late 2023) can be configured with the following storage options[1]:
- 512 GB SSD (M3 Pro)
- Configurable to 1 TB, 2 TB, 4 TB, or 8 TB (M3 Max)
The SSDs offer excellent performance with high read and write speeds. The 8 TB SSD in the M3 Max configuration provides transfer rates of up to 8 GB/s.[2][3]
Benchmarks:
- Blackmagic Disk Speed Test:
Co-processors
The MacBook Pro 16 (Late 2023) does not include any additional co-processors beyond the integrated Neural Engine in the M3 Pro and M3 Max chips.[1]
Input Devices
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Keyboard
The MacBook Pro 16 features a backlit Magic Keyboard with 78 (U.S.) or 79 (ISO) keys, including 12 full-height function keys and 4 arrow keys in an inverted-T arrangement. The keyboard includes Touch ID for secure authentication and an ambient light sensor.[1]
Reviewers have praised the keyboard for its comfortable typing experience and good illumination, though some have noted that keystrokes could be quieter.[2][3]
Touchpad
The MacBook Pro 16 comes with a large Force Touch trackpad that offers precise cursor control and pressure-sensing capabilities. The trackpad supports Force clicks, accelerators, pressure-sensitive drawing, and Multi-Touch gestures.[1]
The trackpad is highly responsive and accurate, providing a consistent clicking experience and extensive customization options in macOS.[2][3]
Webcam
The MacBook Pro 16 is equipped with a 1080p FaceTime HD camera, featuring an advanced image signal processor with computational video.[1]
The webcam offers good image quality but lacks advanced features like Face ID or Center Stage.[2][3]
Microphone
The MacBook Pro 16 includes a studio-quality three-mic array with a high signal-to-noise ratio and directional beamforming.[1]
Output Devices
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Display
The MacBook Pro 16 features a 16.2-inch Liquid Retina XDR display with a native resolution of 3456 x 2234 pixels at 254 PPI. The display supports XDR (Extreme Dynamic Range) with a 1,000,000:1 contrast ratio, 1000 nits sustained full-screen brightness, and 1600 nits peak brightness for HDR content. It also supports ProMotion technology for adaptive refresh rates up to 120Hz.[1]
Reviewers have praised the display for its excellent color accuracy, high HDR brightness, and high refresh rate. However, some have noted slow response times and constant PWM flickering.[2][3]
Audio
The MacBook Pro 16 comes with a high-fidelity six-speaker sound system with force-cancelling woofers, wide stereo sound, and support for Spatial Audio with Dolby Atmos.[1]
The speakers are praised for their excellent sound quality, though some reviewers have noted slightly worse bass coverage compared to previous models.[2][3]
Connectivity
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WiFi
The MacBook Pro 16 is equipped with Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax) for high-speed wireless connectivity.[1]
The Wi-Fi performance is robust and supports the latest standards, with stable transfer rates.[2][3]
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Bluetooth
The MacBook Pro 16 includes Bluetooth 5.3 for wireless connectivity.[1]
SD Card Reader
The MacBook Pro 16 features an SDXC card slot for high-speed data transfer.[1]
The card reader is functional and supports high-speed data transfer, with transfer rates up to 226 MB/s.[2][3]
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USB
The MacBook Pro 16 is equipped with three Thunderbolt 4 (USB-C) ports, supporting charging, DisplayPort, Thunderbolt 4 (up to 40Gb/s), and USB 4 (up to 40Gb/s).[1]
Display Outputs
The MacBook Pro 16 supports the following display outputs[1]:
- Up to two external displays with up to 6K resolution at 60Hz over Thunderbolt (M3 Pro)
- Up to four external displays with up to 6K resolution at 60Hz over Thunderbolt (M3 Max)
- One external display with up to 8K resolution at 60Hz or 4K resolution at 240Hz over HDMI
Case
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The MacBook Pro 16 (Late 2023) features an aluminum chassis in Space Black. The design is praised for its aesthetics and functional improvements, with rubber pads to prevent contact when pressure is applied to the back of the case.[2][3]
The chassis is high-quality, sturdy, and feels premium. The new Space Black color is less prone to fingerprints than the Midnight color.[2][3]
Maintenance
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The bottom panel is secured by Pentalobe screws and metal hooks, making it difficult to open. All components are soldered, and there are no upgrade options.[2][3]
Cooling System
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The MacBook Pro 16 is equipped with two large fans with different speeds, providing efficient cooling. The thermal block size is the same as the M2 Max, but the M3 Max includes rubber pads to prevent contact with the case.[2][3]
Heat
The MacBook Pro 16 maintains cooler temperatures compared to previous models, with surface temperatures reaching a maximum of 42.4 °C.[2][3]
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Noise
The MacBook Pro 16 is usually silent in everyday scenarios, with fan noise reaching up to 42.8 dB(A) under high loads.[2][3]
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Energy Management
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Power Consumption
The MacBook Pro 16 ships with a 140W USB-C Power Adapter. The power consumption is efficient, with a maximum of 102.9 W under load.[1][2][3]
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Battery Life
The MacBook Pro 16 comes with a 100-watt-hour lithium-polymer battery. Apple claims up to 22 hours of Apple TV app movie playback and up to 15 hours of wireless web usage.[1]
Reviewers have verified these claims, noting exceptional battery life with over 20 hours in the WLAN test and 24 hours in video playback.[2][3]
Benchmarks:
- WiFi Websurfing: ~20h 04min[2]
- WiFi Websurfing max. Brightness: ~7h 27min[2]
- Big Buck Bunny H.264 1080p: ~24h 41min[2]
- Load (maximum brightness): ~1h 23min[2]
Biometrics
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The MacBook Pro 16 includes Touch ID for secure authentication but lacks advanced features like Face ID.[1]
Software
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The MacBook Pro 16 ships with macOS 14 Sonoma and includes a suite of preinstalled Apple software. The operating system and software are optimized for the hardware, providing a seamless user experience.[1]
Preinstalled Software
The MacBook Pro 16 comes with a variety of preinstalled software, including:
- App Store
- Books
- Calendar
- Contacts
- FaceTime
- Find My
- Freeform
- GarageBand
- Home
- iMovie
- Keynote
- Maps
- Messages
- Music
- News
- Notes
- Numbers
- Pages
- Photo Booth
- Photos
- Podcasts
- Preview
- QuickTime Player
- Reminders
- Safari
- Shortcuts
- Siri
- Stocks
- Time Machine
- TV
- Voice Memos
- Weather
These applications cover a wide range of functionalities, from productivity and creativity to communication and entertainment.[1]
Linux Support
There is no specific mention of Linux support for the MacBook Pro 16 (Late 2023). Users who wish to run Linux on this device may need to rely on community support and third-party solutions.
Accessories & Warranty
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The MacBook Pro 16 comes with a 140W USB-C Power Adapter and a USB-C to MagSafe 3 Cable. The device also includes standard paperwork and documentation.[1]
Apple offers a one-year limited warranty for the MacBook Pro 16, with the option to purchase AppleCare+ for extended coverage and additional support.[1]
Reviews Summary
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Overall Sentiment
The Apple MacBook Pro 16 (Late 2023) has received positive reviews for its performance, efficiency, and battery life. Reviewers have praised the device's robust build quality, excellent display, and quiet operation. The M3 Pro and M3 Max chips offer significant improvements in CPU and GPU performance, making the MacBook Pro 16 suitable for demanding professional tasks.[2][3][4][5]
However, the high price and limited upgrade options are noted as primary drawbacks. The device's weight and size also make it less portable compared to smaller models.[2][3][4][5]
Problems Summary
- High price, especially for RAM and SSD upgrades.
- Limited upgrade options due to soldered components.
- Heavier and larger than smaller MacBook Pro models, affecting portability.
- Keystrokes could be quieter.
- Lacks advanced webcam features like Face ID or Center Stage.
- Constant PWM flickering on the display.
- Slightly worse bass coverage in speakers compared to previous models.
Community Reception
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References
- ↑ 1.00 1.01 1.02 1.03 1.04 1.05 1.06 1.07 1.08 1.09 1.10 1.11 1.12 1.13 1.14 1.15 1.16 1.17 1.18 1.19 1.20 1.21 1.22 1.23 1.24 "Apple MacBook Pro 16 (Late 2023) Specifications". Apple.
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- ↑ 5.0 5.1 "Apple MacBook Pro 16 (Late 2023) Review". MaxTech.