The latest generation of MacBook Pro, powered by Apple Silicon’s M4 series processors, went on sale last week in India, starting at Rs 1,69,900 for the base 14-inch model. This variant features the M4 chip, 16GB of RAM, and 512GB of storage. However, the price of the most powerful MacBook Pro soars to Rs 7,34,900, costing more than Maruti Suzuki’s Dzire. At this price point, Apple delivers exceptional computing power, making it one of the most powerful laptops in the world.
For those considering purchasing the most advanced MacBook Pro, it’s best to order from Apple’s official website. The site allows users to customise the display, memory, and storage to their exact specifications.
The 16-inch MacBook Pro, equipped with the M4 Max chip, boasts a 16‑core CPU, 40‑core GPU, 16‑core Neural Engine, 128GB of unified memory, and 8TB of SSD storage. This configuration, which includes a nano-textured display and three Thunderbolt 5 ports, is priced at Rs 7,34,900.
Reports suggest that the 40-core GPU on the M4 Max rivals the performance of Nvidia’s RTX 4090, the most powerful gaming GPU. However, it may not be ideal for gamers, as macOS still lacks support for many AAA gaming titles, though this is gradually improving.
Tweak configurations to save money
If you’re considering the top-tier MacBook Pro, tweaking the configurations can help reduce the cost significantly. For instance, a 16-inch MacBook Pro with the M4 Max chip, 48GB of RAM, and 1TB of storage costs Rs 4,14,900. Removing the nano-textured display further lowers the price to Rs 3,99,900.
Prioritise RAM, go for external storage
RAM and storage upgrades on the MacBook Pro are pricey, and since these components are not user-upgradable, it’s wise to prioritise RAM. For storage, consider using external SSDs, which offer fast data transfer speeds at a fraction of the cost Apple charges. More RAM is especially important for developers and video editors who rely on seamless multitasking.
Enhanced base configurations across the lineup
Unlike its predecessor, Apple now includes a minimum of 16GB of RAM on all Mac variants, including the new M4 Mac mini and MacBook Air M2/M3. This improvement is expected to influence performance positively across Apple’s devices in the coming days.
