Key Features & Specifications — MacBook Pro 16″ (A2991, M3)

1. Models / Chip Options

   • There are two main chip versions for this model: M3 Pro and M3 Max.

   • M3 Pro: 12-core CPU / 18-core GPU.M3 Max: Options include 14-core CPU + 30-core GPU, or 16-core CPU + 40-core GPU.

2. Memory (Unified)

   • Pro variant: up to ~36 GB (or more depending on region / config)

   • Max variant: up to 128 GB of unified memory (as per Apple’s M-series roadmap) per some specs.Memory bandwidth:

     • M3 Pro: ~150 GB/s according to Apple.

     • M3 Max (top): up to 400 GB/s listed in some detailed spec sheets.Storage Options

   • SSD (exact size depends on variant / seller). Some spec sheets list 1 TB SSD for M3 Max model.

   • Fast NVMe / Apple SSD architecture typical for Pro line.

3. Display

   • 16.2-inch Liquid Retina XDR display.

   • Resolution: 3456 × 2234.

   • Brightness:

     • SDR: ~600 nits

     • Sustained: ~1,000 nits

     • Peak: ~1,600 nits (for HDR)

   • Supports ProMotion (adaptive refresh rate up to 120 Hz) according to some spec listings.

   • Wide color (P3) and True Tone. Battery & Power

   • Battery: 100 Wh Li-Poly (Apple spec)

   • Battery life:

     • Up to 22 hours of Apple TV movie playback (depending on variant).

     • Up to ~15 hours of wireless web in some listings.

   • Power adapter: 140W USB-C (or MagSafe-C style) depending on model.

4. Ports / Connectivity

   • Three Thunderbolt / USB 4 (or 4?) ports (depending on exact model) plus HDMI, SDXC, MagSafe 3, 3.5 mm headphone jack.

   • Wireless: Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax) and Bluetooth 5.3.

5. CPU / GPU Details

   • M3 Pro: 12-core CPU (6 high-performance + 6 efficiency) according to Apple specs.

   • M3 Max: variants with 14-core or 16-core CPU; GPU up to 40 cores.

   • Neural Engine: 16-core (for both Pro / Max).

   • Media Engine: Supports hardware-accelerated H.264, HEVC, ProRes / ProRes RAW.

6. Operating System

   • Ships with macOS (e.g., macOS 14 or newer). According to EveryMac, compatible with newer macOS versions.

7. Audio / Camera

   • 1080p FaceTime HD camera.

   • Six-speaker sound system with force-cancelling woofers for rich audio.

   • Three-mic array, studio-quality.

8. Build / Size / Weight

   • Dimensions: 14.01 × 9.77 × 0.66 in (35.57 × 24.81 × 1.68 cm)

   • Weight: ~2.14 kg (4.7 lbs) for some configurations.

   • Colors: Space Black and Silver.