Apple

MacBook Pro 16 M4 Pro

A solid mid-range pick in the laptops line-up, with 16.2 in up front.

55/100
Solid pick
Overall score · how we rate
16.2 inApple M4 Pro14-core GPU24 GB512 GB24 hours
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Why we rate it

  • HDR
  • HDMI
  • SD card reader
  • Above-average peak brightness
  • Below-average storage
Score profile

Where the MacBook Pro 16 M4 Pro wins and loses

Scored against the laptops class
DisplayPerformanceMemoryBatteryPortsKeyboard825235808282
Display
82
Performance
52
Memory and storage
35
Battery
80
Ports
82
Keyboard and biometrics
82
Full specification

Specifications

Grouped · supported features marked in blue

Display

Screen size16.2 "
Panel typeLiquid Retina XDR
Resolution3456
Peak brightness1600 nits
HDRYes

Design and build

Weight1.67 kg

Performance

CPUApple M4 Pro
CPU cores14
CPU threads14
GPU14
GPU VRAM20 GB

Memory and storage

RAM24 GB
RAM typeUnified Memory
Storage512 GB
Storage typeSSD

Battery

Battery life24 hours
Battery capacity99.8

Ports

USB-C ports3
ThunderboltThunderbolt 5
HDMIYes
SD card readerYes
3.5 mm jackYes

Keyboard and biometrics

Backlit keyboardYes
Fingerprint readerYes

Audio and webcam

SpeakersSix-speaker system with Spatial Audio
Webcam12 MP

Connectivity

Wi-FiWi-Fi 6E
Bluetooth5.3

Software

Operating systemmacOS

More specs

USB c ports3
Dci p3 coverage100 %
Max brightness1600 nits
Head to head

MacBook Pro 16 M4 Pro vs Apple MacBook Pro 14.2-inch M5 Pro

Highlighted cell = better in that row
DisplayPerformanceMemoryBatteryPortsKeyboard
MacBook Pro 16 M4 ProMacBook Pro 14.2-inch M5 Pro
 AppleMacBook Pro 16 M4 ProThis pageAppleMacBook Pro 14.2-inch M5 Pro
Overall score55 /10055 /100
Size16.2 "14.2 "
Weight1.67 kgBetter2.37 kg
RAM24 GB24 GB
Storage512 GB1000 GBBetter
CPUApple M4 ProApple M5 Pro
GPU1416
Who it's for

Is the MacBook Pro 16 M4 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 16 M4 Pro worth it?

It depends on what you need. It scores 55/100 against other laptops, a solid mid-range result where the class average is around 45.

What stands out on the MacBook Pro 16 M4 Pro?

Its hdr stands out, a genuinely useful feature if your setup calls for it.

How does it compare to the MacBook Pro 16.2-inch M5 Pro?

The MacBook Pro 16.2-inch M5 Pro scores 56/100 versus this one at 55/100, so it is the step up on the spec sheet.