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Apple Apple MacBook Pro 16-inch (M3 Max 14CPU 30GPU, 2023)

Apple / laptop / 2023

Apple MacBook Pro 16-inch (M3 Max 14CPU 30GPU, 2023)

Apple MacBook Pro 16-inch (M3 Max 14CPU 30GPU, 2023) is a BenchVerdict lab profile built around M3 Max 14CPU 30GPU, Apple M3 Max, Apple M3 Max GPU, Gaming Index 64.7 score, CPU Multi-Core 18949 points.

65.7
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BenchVerdict Signal

Decisive numbers

The first read before the deep dive: these are the values that shape the verdict and comparison.

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RAM CapacityMethod36 GBLab measured
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Display BrightnessMethod1300 nitsLab measured
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Display RefreshMethod120 HzLab measured
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Display SizeMethod16.2 inLab measured
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Cyberpunk 2077 1200P Medium Balanced105.1 fpsLab measured
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Cyberpunk 2077 1200p MetalFX78.3 fpsLab measured
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Verdict mechanics

What changes the verdict

A product wins when the strong numbers fit the job and the weak numbers stay manageable.

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66Score

Sustained load

Cooling discipline

A fast laptop only keeps its rank when the chassis holds performance without turning loud too quickly.

Mobility

Weight and battery balance

Premium notebooks gain points when power, runtime, display, and carry weight stay in the same lane.

Back to productsOldest value: 2026-05-11Standard unit set

Gaming

Profil-Score

GPU-Leistung, Display-Reaktion und Geräuschpegel im Vordergrund.

Coverage 25 %
Nicht genug Daten für dieses Profil. Fehlende Metriken: GPU Score, Steel Nomad, Display Response, Noise Gaming, Power Gaming, Weight

Verdict

Apple MacBook Pro 16-inch (M3 Max 14CPU 30GPU, 2023): the practical truth about performance, calm, and timing under creator load

Apple MacBook Pro 16-inch (M3 Max 14CPU 30GPU, 2023) is a serious comparison candidate when its strongest numbers match the job.

Pros

  • + Strong processor baseline (18949 points)
  • + Clear gaming index (64.7 score)
  • + Clean standard-unit configuration

Cons

  • - The best configuration may not be the smartest purchase
  • - Daily use punishes brief highlights when endurance and comfort are missing.
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Specifications

Configurations

M3 Max 14CPU 30GPU

Standard unit
Brand
Apple
Model
MacBook Pro 16-inch
Ports
MagSafe 3; 3x Thunderbolt; HDMI; SDXC; 3.5mm
RAM
36 GB
CPU
Apple M3 Max
GPU
Apple M3 Max GPU
Depth
248.1 mm
Platform
macOS
Memory type
unified memory
Width
355.7 mm
Wireless
Wi-Fi 6E; Bluetooth 5.3
CPU cores
14
Gpu Cores
30
Height
16.8 mm
Model year
2023
Operating system
macOS
HDR
Yes
Storage type
SSD
Configuration
M3 Max 14CPU 30GPU
Panel
Liquid Retina XDR
Form factor
16.2 in
Display size
16.2 in
Refresh rate
120 Hz
Resolution
3456x2234
Neural Engine Cores
16
Memory Bandwidth Gbps
300
Display Brightness Sdr Nits
1000
Display Brightness Hdr Peak Nits
1600

Deep dive

Measurements by group

Open the groups that matter for your decision. The top verdict numbers stay above; this area is for the full measurement trail.

Build / Portability1 measurements+
RAM CapacityMethod36 GBLab measured
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Display3 measurements+
Display BrightnessMethod1300 nitsLab measured
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Display RefreshMethod120 HzLab measured
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Display SizeMethod16.2 inLab measured
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Gaming8 measurements+
Cyberpunk 2077 1200P Medium Balanced105.1 fpsLab measured
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Cyberpunk 2077 1200p MetalFX78.3 fpsLab measured
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Cyberpunk 2077 1200P RT Medium Performance56.8 fpsLab measured
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Cyberpunk 2077 1200P Ultra Balanced78.3 fpsLab measured
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Cyberpunk 2077 1600P Medium Balanced74.3 fpsLab measured
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Cyberpunk 2077 1600P RT Medium Performance37.7 fpsLab measured
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Cyberpunk 2077 1600P Ultra Balanced50.7 fpsLab measured
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Cyberpunk 2077 QHD Ultra50.7 fpsLab measured
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Performance16 measurements+
CPU Multi-CoreMethod18949 pointsLab measured
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CPU Single-CoreMethod3127 pointsLab measured
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Device CPU CoresMethod14 coresLab measured
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Device DepthMethod248.1 mmLab measured
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Device Display HDR Peak BrightnessMethod1600 nitsLab measured
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Device Display Refresh RateMethod120 HzLab measured
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Device Display SDR BrightnessMethod1000 nitsLab measured
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Device Display SizeMethod16.2 inLab measured
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Device Form FactorMethod16.2 inLab measured
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Device GPU CoresMethod30 coresLab measured
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Device HeightMethod16.8 mmLab measured
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Device Memory BandwidthMethod300 GB/sLab measured
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Device Memory CapacityMethod36 GBLab measured
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Device Neural Engine CoresMethod16 coresLab measured
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Device WidthMethod355.7 mmLab measured
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Geekbench GPU ComputeMethod126214 pointsLab measured
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Gaming IndexMethod64.7 scoreLab measured
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