Apple MacBook Pro M3 Max
Apple Laptops

MacBook Pro M3 Max

Apple

Released 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 Pcmag, Techradar, Creativebloq, and Wired.

Critic Score

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87

based on 6 expert reviews

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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 Expert Reviews

95
Nov 6, 2023

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.

95
Jul 5, 2024

The MacBook Pro 16-inch (M3) is the latest and greatest version of Apple’s powerful prosumer laptop.

93
Jul 16, 2024

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.

90
Nov 6, 2023

The Apple MacBook Pro (M3 Max, 16 Inch) delivers untouchable performance and battery life with significant improvements over previous generations.

85
Nov 6, 2023

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.

65
Jan 3, 2024

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.