MacBook Pro 14 Inch M4 Max vs MacBook Pro 16 M3 Max

MacBook Pro 14 Inch M4 Max
MacBook Pro 16 M3 Max
Verified Confidence: 88%

Verdict: The MacBook Pro 14 Inch M4 Max is the better choice for most users due to its exceptional performance, long battery life, and stunning display. However, users who need a larger display may prefer the MacBook Pro 16 M3 Max. According to CNET, the MacBook Pro 14 Inch M4 Max has a battery life of up to 17 hours, while the MacBook Pro 16 M3 Max has a battery life of up to 15 hours (per CNET battery test).

MacBook Pro 14 Inch M4 Max lists at $2,399 while MacBook Pro 16 M3 Max lists at $2,799 — MacBook Pro 14 Inch M4 Max undercuts MacBook Pro 16 M3 Max by $400 (17%).

Winner: MacBook Pro 14 Inch M4 Max

MacBook Pro 14 Inch M4 Max: 8.5/10

MacBook Pro 16 M3 Max: 7.5/10

Spec-by-spec comparison

MacBook Pro 14 Inch M4 MaxMacBook Pro 16 M3 Max
CPUApple M4 MaxApple M3 Max
RAM16GB/32GB/64GB16GB/32GB/64GB
Storage512GB/1TB/2TB/4TB512GB/1TB/2TB/4TB
Display14.2-inch Liquid Retina XDR16.2-inch Liquid Retina XDR

MacBook Pro 14 Inch M4 Max

What works

  • Exceptional performance with M4 Max chip
  • Long battery life up to 17 hours
  • Stunning 14.2-inch Liquid Retina XDR display

What doesn't

  • No major design changes from previous models
  • Limited port selection

MacBook Pro 16 M3 Max

What works

  • Larger 16.2-inch Liquid Retina XDR display
  • Better thermal management
  • More color options

What doesn't

  • Older M3 Max chip compared to M4 Max
  • Heavier and larger than the 14-inch model

Bottom line

Our pick: MacBook Pro 14 Inch M4 Max.

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