Apple announces the M4 Pro and M4 Max featuring up to 16 CPU cores and 40 GPU cores

In its recent "week of Mac," Apple unveiled the eagerly awaited MacBook Pro series, now equipped with the new M4 processor family. These updated laptops retain the familiar 14-inch and 16-inch sizes and are available in three different chip options: the standard M4, the previously introduced M4 Pro (initially showcased in the Mac mini), and the high-performance M4 Max, tailored for users requiring enhanced processing capabilities.

The display specifications are of a high standard, as both models incorporate Liquid Retina XDR technology. The 14-inch version offers a resolution of 3,024 x 1,964, whereas the larger 16-inch model features an enhanced resolution of 3,456 x 2,234 pixels. Both displays support a 120Hz refresh rate, referred to as "ProMotion" by Apple. Additionally, they include True Tone functionality and full coverage of the P3 color gamut.

The 14-inch model now includes an extra Thunderbolt 4 USB-C port, increasing the total to three. The overall port arrangement remains consistent, featuring a MagSafe charging port, dual Thunderbolt ports (upgraded to Thunderbolt 5 in M4 Pro and Max versions), and a 3.5mm headphone jack on the left side. The right side is equipped with an HDMI port, a third Thunderbolt connection, and an SDXC card reader. It also supports advanced wireless technologies, including Wi-Fi 6E and Bluetooth 5.3.

Power management differs among the models, with the 14-inch versions utilizing 72.4Wh batteries and either 70W adapters for the M4 or 96W for the M4 Pro/Max. The larger 16-inch model boasts a 100Wh battery paired with a 140W USB-C power adapter. Apple claims that the base M4 model can provide up to 24 hours of usage, while the high-performance 16-inch M4 Max configuration offers up to 18 hours. Pricing starts at $1,599 for the base 14-inch MacBook Pro, with the M4 Pro model priced at an additional $400, and the M4 Max model at $3,199. The base 16-inch model is available for $2,499, while the M4 Max edition is priced at $3,499.

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