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Apple MacBook Pro 16 (M1 Pro)

Processor
Apple M1 Pro
Everyday speed
Handles heavy creative work
Graphics
Apple M1 Pro
Gaming
Light and older games
Memory
16 GB
Storage
512 GB SSD
Screen
16" 3K 120Hz
Weight
2.1 kg (4.6 lb)
Battery (maker claim)
Up to 17 hours
Operating system
macOS

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These configurations come from US store listings. The maker may sell others.

Apple MacBook Pro 16 (M1 Pro) at a glance

  • Performance

    Handles heavy creative work

    Powerful enough for 3D, large video projects and long software builds.

  • Gaming

    Light and older games

    Runs many Mac games, but it isn't built as a gaming laptop.

  • Display

    16-inch screen

    Sharp text and photos, plus smooth scrolling.

  • Battery life

    Up to 17 hours (maker claim)

    By the maker's figure it should get through a full day and more.

  • Portability

    2.1 kg (4.6 lb)

    On the heavy side for daily carrying.

  • Connectivity

    Thunderbolt and HDMI

    Covers the usual connections without adapters.

Apple MacBook Pro 16 (M1 Pro) full specifications

Performance

Powerful enough for 3D, large video projects and long software builds.

ProcessorApple M1 Pro
Manufacturing process5nm
GraphicsApple M1 Pro
Memory (RAM)16 GB
Memory typeDDR3
Maximum memory16 GB
Storage512 GB
Storage typeSSD

Screen

Expect sharp text and photos, smooth scrolling and enough brightness for a sunny room.

Screen size16"
Resolution3K (3456 x 2234)
PanelLCD
Refresh rate120 Hz
Brightness500 nits

Battery and size

By the maker's figure it should get through a full day and more. On the heavy side for daily carrying.

Battery life (maker claim)Up to 17 hours
Battery capacity100 Wh
Weight2.1 kg (4.6 lb)
Dimensions355.6 x 248.2 x 16.8 mm (14 x 9.77 x 0.66 in)
ColorSpace Gray
Colors availableSpace Gray

Ports and wireless

The ports cover Thunderbolt and HDMI.

Ports2x USB, 1x HDMI
Thunderbolt / USB4Thunderbolt 4
Wi-FiWi-Fi 6
BluetoothBluetooth 5.0

Features

Handy extras include fingerprint login and a backlit keyboard.

Webcam1080p
Backlit keyboardYes
KeyboardBacklit, QWERTY
LoginFingerprint
TouchpadForce Touch trackpad
SpeakersSpeakers
MicrophonesStudio-quality three-mic array with high signal-to-noise ratio and directional beamforming

Software and model

It runs macOS, which pairs neatly with an iPhone.

Operating systemmacOS

Specs from Apple's published product information. Makers revise hardware between production runs, so check the part number before you buy. Spotted an error? Let us know.