Apple MacBook Pro 14" M4 (Late 2024) Overview
Category: Creative Laptops
Built for entrepreneurs, students, creatives, and professionals alike, the 14" MacBook Pro with the Apple M4 chip delivers outstanding performance for demanding workflows. Equipped with a 10-core CPU, 10-core GPU, and 16-core Neural Engine, this machine balances power and efficiency for everything from AI development to media creation. With 16GB of unified memory, a 1TB SSD, and Thunderbolt 4 connectivity, it makes working with large files, high-res content, and multitasking seamless—wherever you are.
Preloaded with macOS, this Mac is ready to go out of the box. Software updates are free through the Mac App Store. Visit Apple’s website to confirm upgrade eligibility.
Performance Powered by M4
- Built on 3nm process technology for peak efficiency
- 10-core CPU (with 120 GB/s memory bandwidth) for faster workflows
- 10-core GPU featuring Dynamic Caching, hardware-accelerated ray tracing, and mesh shading
- 16-core Neural Engine, over 3x faster than M1, accelerates AI tasks with Apple Intelligence
- Up to 1.8x faster than the M1 MacBook Pro
14.2" Liquid Retina XDR Display
- Mini-LED Retina XDR technology with 3024 x 1964 resolution
- Up to 1000 nits sustained and 1600 nits peak brightness (HDR)
- 1,000,000:1 contrast ratio for stunning blacks and highlights
- P3 wide color gamut and True Tone for color-accurate work
- Less than 4mm thin, with an advanced 7-layer optical system
- TFT oxide technology enables faster pixel refresh
ProMotion + P3 Wide Color
- 120Hz adaptive refresh rate with ProMotion
- Fluid response for scrolling, gaming, and video editing
- Lock refresh rate for frame-accurate workflows
- Narrow-band LED backlight ensures vibrant P3 color reproduction
Optimized for Creative Professionals
Photo Editing
- Handle large RAW files and edits effortlessly
- SDXC card reader built-in for quick media transfer
- Compatible with: Photoshop, Lightroom, Pixelmator Pro, Capture One, and more
Video Editing
- Work with 4K/8K video, color grading, and effects
- Fast rendering, exporting, and real-time playback
- Optimized for: Final Cut Pro, Premiere Pro, After Effects, DaVinci Resolve
Music Production
- Mix and record across thousands of tracks in real-time
- Run plug-ins with minimal latency
- Optimized for: Logic Pro, Ableton Live, FL Studio, Pro Tools, Cubase
Apple Intelligence on the Mac
Apple Intelligence brings powerful on-device AI and seamless user experiences:
- Neural Engine + Private Cloud Compute for complex generative tasks
- Privacy-first design: on-device processing, IP protection, no data storage
- Built-in access to ChatGPT, no account required
- Key Features:
- Writing Tools for rewriting, proofreading, summarizing
- Smarter Siri with type-to-command support
- Priority Messages and auto-summaries in Mail
Thunderbolt 4, MagSafe 3 & I/O
- Three Thunderbolt 4 ports (40 Gb/s bandwidth) for charging, display, and data
- MagSafe 3 for fast, magnetic charging (up to 50% in 30 minutes)
- HDMI port for external monitors
- 3.5mm high-impedance headphone jack
- SDXC card reader for quick camera imports
Display Support
Supports the built-in display at full native resolution and:
- Up to two 6K @ 60Hz external displays over Thunderbolt, or
- One 6K @ 60Hz Thunderbolt + 4K @ 144Hz HDMI
- One 8K @ 60Hz or 4K @ 240Hz external display via HDMI
Camera, Audio & Collaboration
- 12MP Ultra Wide camera with Center Stage auto-framing
- Desk View shares your desk surface on calls
- Three-mic studio array reduces background noise
- Six-speaker system: dual force-cancelling woofers + tweeters
- Spatial Audio with Dolby Atmos support
Mac + iPhone Integration
- Use iPhone Mirroring to access your iPhone wirelessly
- Copy and paste content across devices
- Share files, images, and videos without Wi-Fi using AirDrop
Keyboard, Trackpad & Touch ID
- Magic Keyboard with backlighting, 78-key layout, and inverted-T arrow keys
- Force Touch trackpad for precision control and gesture navigation
- Touch ID for secure logins and purchases
- Fingerprint data protected by the Secure Enclave
Battery & Power
- Up to 24 hours of video playback
- Charges with 70W USB-C power adapter
- Efficient battery use even under heavy workloads
Environmentally Conscious Design
- Enclosure made from 100% recycled aluminum
- Uses 100% recycled rare earth elements, copper, gold, and tin
- Fiber-based packaging, with zero plastic components
- Built to last—part of Apple’s long-term sustainability goals