MacBook Pro M3 Max
AppleReleased Nov 1, 2023 · Analysis updated Mar 19, 2026
16-inch MacBook Pro with M3 Max chip delivering significant advances over M1 Max, superb battery life, sharp black chassis, and beautiful display. The Apple MacBook Pro M3 Max scores 87/100 based on 6 expert reviews in the apple laptops category. Coverage includes reviews from Techradar, Pcmag, Creativebloq, and Wired.
Critic Score
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Pros
- Significant advances over m1 max(3)
- Superb battery life(2)
- New black chassis option is sharp(2)
- Beautiful display(2)
Cons
- Expensive(4)
- Fans can get loud under heavy workloads(2)
6 Publication Reviews
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The MacBook Pro 16-inch (M3) is the latest and greatest version of Apple’s powerful prosumer laptop.
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Apple's 2023 16-inch MacBook Pro is a fully loaded laptop that goes from premium consumer desktop replacement to elite professional workstation with the M3 Max chip.
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The MacBook Pro M3 Max takes a significant step up over its older siblings, with a large leap in performance and a beautiful display in a sleek package.
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The Apple MacBook Pro (M3 Max, 16 Inch) delivers untouchable performance and battery life with significant improvements over previous generations.
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The M3 Max MacBook Pro delivers strong performance improvements in video editing workflows, particularly in Final Cut Pro and Topaz Video AI, though some application optimizations remain inconsistent.
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The MacBook Pro M3 Max delivers impressive performance but suffers from excessive fan noise and thermal throttling that make it unsuitable for professional use in quiet environments.
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