Apple 14" MacBook Pro M4 Pro, 24GB Unified RAM | 1TB SSD 20-Core GPU (Space Black)

Apple MacBook Pro 14" M4 Max (Late 2024) Overview

Category: Creative Laptops

Supercharged for intensive workflows, the 14" MacBook Pro with M4 Max delivers next-level performance for developers, engineers, video editors, and creative professionals who demand the most from their machine. Powered by Apple’s advanced M4 Max 14-core chip and a powerful 20-core GPU, this machine is built for the heaviest workloads—whether you’re rendering 3D graphics, developing apps, training AI models, or editing 8K video.

With Dynamic Caching, ray tracing, and mesh shading built into the GPU, alongside a 16-core Neural Engine optimized for Apple Intelligence, the M4 Max enables creative pros to push their projects further, faster—all while protecting user privacy through secure, on-device AI processing.

M4 Max Chip Performance

The Apple M4 Max delivers a massive leap in performance and efficiency:

• 14-core CPU with 10 performance and 4 efficiency cores
• 20-core GPU with advanced graphics architecture
• 16-core Neural Engine, now over 3x faster than M1, ideal for AI workflows
• Next-gen GPU technologies: Dynamic Caching, hardware-accelerated ray tracing, and mesh shading
• Ideal for multitasking across demanding creative and technical applications

14.2" Liquid Retina XDR Display

Enjoy stunning visuals on a compact and color-accurate screen:

• 14.2" Liquid Retina XDR Display
• 1000 nits sustained, 1600 nits peak HDR brightness
• 1,000,000:1 contrast ratio, P3 wide color gamut
• Ultra-thin (<4mm) mini-LED design with precise light mixing layers
• High pixel density with 3024 x 1964 resolution

ProMotion & Color Accuracy

• ProMotion dynamically adjusts the refresh rate up to 120Hz
• Smooth scrolling, responsive UI, and energy-efficient performance
• Editors can lock in frame rates to match footage
• Full P3 wide color coverage for vivid, accurate visuals

Creative Workflows, Accelerated

Photo Editing

• Handle large RAW files effortlessly
• Built-in SDXC card reader for easy photo transfer
• Compatible with: Photoshop, Lightroom, Pixelmator Pro, Capture One, Topaz AI, and more

Video Editing

• Real-time editing of 4K and 8K footage
• Fast rendering and compositing for motion graphics
• Optimized for: Final Cut Pro, Premiere Pro, DaVinci Resolve, After Effects, and others

Music Production

• Compose and mix across hundreds of tracks and plug-ins
• Record and edit with low latency
• Optimized for: Logic Pro, Pro Tools, FL Studio, Ableton Live, and more

Apple Intelligence on Mac

Apple Intelligence enhances productivity, creativity, and communication with new features built directly into macOS Sequoia:

• On-device processing for privacy and speed
• Private Cloud Compute for more advanced AI tasks with industry-leading data protections
• Built-in ChatGPT access, no account needed; IP obscured and requests not stored
• Features include:
  • Writing Tools: Rewrite, proofread, summarize instantly
  • Priority Messages: Important emails and reminders at a glance
  • Redesigned Siri: Type or speak naturally with richer language understanding

Ports & Connectivity

• Thunderbolt 5 (x3): Up to 80 Gb/s of bandwidth for data, charging, and external displays
• MagSafe 3: Magnetic charging, fast-charge to 50% in 30 minutes
• HDMI: Supports up to 8K @ 60Hz or 4K @ 240Hz
• 3.5mm headphone jack with support for high-impedance headphones
• SDXC card reader for fast media imports
• Wi-Fi 6E: Next-gen wireless performance

Display Support

Simultaneously supports the built-in display and:

• Up to two external 6K displays @ 60Hz (via Thunderbolt), or
• One 6K @ 60Hz (Thunderbolt) + one 4K @ 144Hz (HDMI)
• Or one 8K @ 60Hz or 4K @ 240Hz (HDMI only)

Camera & Audio

• 12MP Center Stage camera: Tracks you in frame as you move
• Desk View: Share your desk during video calls
• Studio-quality 3-mic array: Clear audio with reduced background noise
• Six-speaker sound system:
  • Two tweeters + four force-cancelling woofers
  • Spatial Audio with Dolby Atmos for immersive playback

Mac + iPhone Integration

• iPhone Mirroring: Wirelessly access your iPhone from your Mac
• Universal Clipboard: Copy/paste text, images, and files across devices
• AirDrop: Instantly transfer content between nearby Apple devices
• Works seamlessly with macOS Sequoia features

Keyboard, Trackpad & Security

• Magic Keyboard: 78-key layout with full-height function keys
• Touch ID: Fast login and secure payments with fingerprint authentication
• Force Touch trackpad: Ultra-precise control with multi-touch and gesture support

Battery Life & Charging

• Long-lasting battery for pro workflows and media playback
• Charges via USB-C or MagSafe
• Supports fast charging with included USB-C power adapter

Eco-Friendly Design

Apple continues its commitment to sustainability:

• 100% recycled aluminum enclosure
• 100% recycled rare earth elements, tin, gold, and copper in core components
• Fiber-based packaging, helping Apple move closer to eliminating plastic by 2025