Apple
MacBook Pro 14.2-inch M3 Pro
The MacBook Pro 14.2-inch M3 Pro lands as a entry-level laptop, built around 14.2 in.
45/100
14.2 inApple M3 ProApple M3 Pro GPU18 GB512 GB18 hours
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Why we rate it
- Touchscreen
- HDR
- USB-C charging
- Above-average gpu vram
- Below-average ram
Score profile
Scored against the laptops classWhere the MacBook Pro 14.2-inch M3 Pro wins and loses
Full specification
Grouped · supported features marked in blueSpecifications
Display
Screen size14.2 "
Panel typeLiquid Retina XDR
TouchscreenYes
HDRYes
Design and build
Weight2.65 kg
Chassis materialAluminium
Performance
CPUApple M3 Pro
CPU cores12
GPUApple M3 Pro GPU
GPU VRAM18 GB
Memory and storage
RAM18 GB
Storage512 GB
Storage typeSSD
Battery
Battery life18 hours
USB-C chargingYes
Ports
USB-C ports3
ThunderboltThunderbolt 4
HDMIYes
SD card readerYes
3.5 mm jackYes
Keyboard and biometrics
Backlit keyboardYes
Fingerprint readerYes
Audio and webcam
Speakers6
Webcam1080 MP
Connectivity
Wi-FiWi-Fi 6E
Bluetooth5.3
Software
Operating systemmacOS
Head to head
Highlighted cell = better in that rowMacBook Pro 14.2-inch M3 Pro vs Lenovo Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 13 Aura Edition
MacBook Pro 14.2-inch M3 ProLenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 13 Aura Edition
| AppleMacBook Pro 14.2-inch M3 ProThis page | LenovoLenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 13 Aura Edition | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 45 /100 | 45 /100 |
| Size | 14.2 " | 14 " |
| Weight | 2.65 kg | 1.09 kgBetter |
| RAM | 18 GB | 32 GBBetter |
| Storage | 512 GB | 2000 GBBetter |
| CPU | Apple M3 Pro | Core Ultra 7 |
| GPU | Apple M3 Pro GPU | Intel Arc |
Who it's for
Is the MacBook Pro 14.2-inch M3 Pro right for you?
Buy it if
Buyers on a budget
Anyone who needs a dependable laptop for the essentials without overspending.
Skip it if
Skip it if
You need top-end performance and battery, in which case a higher-tier laptop is the better call.
Power user
Heavy multitasking, creative work or gaming on the go.
okay
Everyday user
Browsing, docs, calls and media.
good
Budget buyer
Wants a dependable machine for the basics.
good
Common questions
Before you buy
Is the MacBook Pro 14.2-inch M3 Pro worth it?
It depends on what you need. It scores 45/100 against other laptops, a entry-level result where the class average is around 45.
What stands out on the MacBook Pro 14.2-inch M3 Pro?
Its touchscreen stands out, a genuinely useful feature if your setup calls for it.
How does it compare to the Gigabyte AERO X16?
The Gigabyte AERO X16 scores 46/100 versus this one at 45/100, so it is the step up on the spec sheet.
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