Apple Unveils New MacBook Pro Lineup with M3 Chips
Featuring Enhanced Performance and Capabilities for Professionals
October 30, 2023
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Cupertino, California – Apple has announced its latest MacBook Pro lineup, introducing the powerful M3 family of chips: M3, M3 Pro, and M3 Max. These new chips, equipped with a next-generation GPU and faster CPU, enhance the performance and capabilities of the MacBook Pro, making it even more suitable for professionals.
The 14-inch MacBook Pro with M3 is not only perfect for everyday tasks but also delivers outstanding sustained performance in professional applications and games. Starting at $1,599, this laptop is a great choice for aspiring creatives, students, and entrepreneurs.
The 14- and 16-inch MacBook Pro models with M3 Pro provide even greater performance and support for unified memory, catering to demanding workflows of coders, creatives, and researchers.
For users with extreme workflows like machine learning programmers, 3D artists, and video editors, the 14- and 16-inch MacBook Pro with M3 Max offers unmatched performance and capabilities. With a powerful GPU and CPU, along with support for up to 128GB of unified memory, this MacBook Pro allows for multitasking across professional applications.
All MacBook Pro models feature a brilliant Liquid Retina XDR display that delivers 20% brighter SDR content. They also come with a built-in 1080p camera, immersive six-speaker sound system, and a wide range of connectivity options.
With a battery life of up to 22 hours, the MacBook Pro lineup offers exceptional portability, maintaining the same performance whether plugged in or on battery.
The new MacBook Pro models are available for order starting today, with shipping beginning on November 7.
“There is nothing quite like MacBook Pro. With the remarkable power-efficient performance of Apple silicon, up to 22 hours of battery life, a stunning Liquid Retina XDR display, and advanced connectivity, MacBook Pro empowers users to do their life’s best work,” said John Ternus, Apple’s senior vice president of Hardware Engineering. “With the next generation of M3 chips, we’re raising the bar yet again for what a pro laptop can do. We’re excited to bring MacBook Pro and its best-in-class capabilities to the broadest set of users yet, and for those upgrading from an Intel-based MacBook Pro, it’s a game-changing experience in every way.”
The M3 Family Arrives
The M3 family of chips demonstrates Apple’s continuous innovation in silicon technology. These chips, built using the industry-leading 3-nanometer technology, deliver a faster and more efficient GPU. Featuring Dynamic Caching technology, the GPU optimizes memory usage for each task, resulting in improved GPU utilization and performance.
Moreover, the M3 chips bring new rendering features to Apple silicon, such as hardware-accelerated mesh shading and ray tracing, enabling more visually complex scenes and realistic environments in games and applications.
14-inch MacBook Pro with M3
The 14-inch MacBook Pro with M3 is an ideal laptop for users pursuing their passions, including students, business owners, musicians, and video editors. It is up to 60% faster than the previous 13-inch MacBook Pro with M1, delivering impressive sustained performance. With a starting price of $1,599, it offers exceptional value for its performance and capabilities.
Specifically, the MacBook Pro with M3 excels in various tasks:
- Render performance in Final Cut Pro is up to 7.4x faster than the previous 13-inch MacBook Pro with Core i7, and up to 60% faster than the previous 13-inch MacBook Pro with M1.
- Code compilation in Xcode is up to 3.7x faster than the previous 13-inch MacBook Pro with Core i7, and up to 40% faster than the previous 13-inch MacBook Pro with M1.
- Spreadsheet performance in Microsoft Excel is up to 3.5x faster than the previous 13-inch MacBook Pro with Core i7, and up to 40% faster than the previous 13-inch MacBook Pro with M1.
14- and 16-inch MacBook Pro with M3 Pro
The MacBook Pro with M3 Pro is designed for users with demanding workflows, including coders, creatives, and researchers. This model offers even greater performance and unified memory support. Compared to the 16-inch model with M1 Pro, the MacBook Pro with M3 Pro is now up to 40% faster.
Highlighted performance improvements in specific applications include:
- Filter and function performance in Adobe Photoshop is up to 3x faster than the fastest Intel-based MacBook Pro, and up to 40% faster than the 16-inch MacBook Pro with M1 Pro.
- Basecalling for DNA sequencing in Oxford Nanopore MinKNOW is up to 20x faster than the fastest Intel-based MacBook Pro, and up to 36% faster than the 16-inch MacBook Pro with M1 Pro.
- Text-based editing in Adobe Premiere Pro is up to 1.7x faster than the 16-inch Intel-based MacBook Pro, and up to 30% faster than the 16-inch MacBook Pro with M1 Pro.
14- and 16-inch MacBook Pro with M3 Max
For users with extreme workflows like machine learning programmers, 3D artists, and video editors, the MacBook Pro with M3 Max offers unparalleled performance. It is up to 2.5x faster than the 16-inch MacBook Pro with M1 Max and up to 11x faster than the fastest Intel-based MacBook Pro model. With support for up to 128GB of unified memory, this MacBook Pro enables seamless work on large and complex projects.
Highlighted performance improvements in specific applications include:
- Simulation of dynamical systems in MathWorks MATLAB is up to 5.5x faster than the fastest Intel-based MacBook Pro and up to 2x faster than the 16-inch MacBook Pro with M1 Max.
- Render performance in Maxon Redshift is up to 5.3x faster than the fastest Intel-based MacBook Pro and up to 2.5x faster than the 16-inch MacBook Pro with M1 Max.
- Noise reduction in Blackmagic DaVinci Resolve Studio is up to 2.7x faster than the fastest Intel-based MacBook Pro and up to 65% faster than the 16-inch MacBook Pro with M1 Max.
Now Available in Space Black
The MacBook Pro models with M3 Pro and M3 Max are offered in a stunning space black finish. This new color features an anodization seal that greatly reduces fingerprints, while still maintaining a professional appearance. The M3 Pro and M3 Max models are also available in silver, and the 14-inch MacBook Pro with M3 can be purchased in silver and space gray.
A Game-Changing Experience for Upgraders
The new MacBook Pro is a significant upgrade for users, especially those transitioning from an Intel-based Mac. The M3 Max model is up to 11x faster than the fastest Intel-based MacBook Pro, delivering exceptional performance. With the power efficiency of Apple silicon, most workloads can be handled silently, without fan noise. Additionally, the MacBook Pro boasts up to 11 additional hours of battery life compared to the fastest Intel-based MacBook Pro and maintains outstanding performance regardless of being plugged in or on battery.
The Liquid Retina XDR display of the MacBook Pro is recognized as the best laptop display available. It offers 1000 nits sustained brightness and 1600 nits peak brightness for HDR content, along with impressive contrast ratio, vivid colors, and wide viewing angles. The display now presents SDR content at up to 600 nits, 20% brighter than before.
macOS Sonoma
In addition to the powerful hardware, the MacBook Pro comes with macOS Sonoma, which introduces a range of features for work and entertainment purposes. Users can place widgets directly on the desktop, interact with them easily, and access the extensive ecosystem of iPhone widgets on their Mac through Continuity. The MacBook Pro provides an exceptional experience for video conferencing, allowing users to connect with colleagues and loved ones seamlessly.
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