Are you eagerly awaiting the next big thing from Apple?
The M4 MacBook Pro rumours are swirling, and many people are discussing it.
In this blog post, I will tell you everything you need to know about the M4 MacBook Pro, including its expected price, leaks, specs, any refreshed design, and its release date.
Get ready for the next level of innovation. Following the successful launch of the M3 MacBook, Apple is gearing up to revolutionise its MacBook Pro lineup with the powerful new M4 chipset, set to debut in late 2024.
Apple M4 Chip update
Do you know that Apple’s M3 chipset was built on a new 3-nanometer process? So what can we expect with its new M4 chipset?
Per the Apple M4 chip rumours, I expect no node change in Apple’s upcoming chipset.
This chipset will also be built on its current 3-nanometer chip, but there is one catch: Apple supplier TSMC can bring some new updates that make it more efficient and faster.
As the wave of Artificial intelligence increases daily, many companies, including Samsung, heavily invest in AI to bring those capabilities to their devices.
Similarly, Apple is also on that track, as this new Apple M4 chip will bring new AI capabilities that will help Apple to implement its new AI features to its upcoming M4 MacBook Pro 2024.
Let me tell you that since the introduction of the M1 chip, Apple still needs to upgrade its neural engine.
It is still of 16 cores. The Apple M4 chip will have an upgraded Neural Engine with significantly more cores, enabling AI capabilities on the MacBook for the first time.
M4 MacBook Pro leaks
When Apple launched its new M3 MacBook Pro last year, it replaced its 13-inch MacBook Pro with a new 14-inch MacBook Pro, which currently sells with three different chip options: M3, M3 Pro, and M3 Max chips.
Apple sells its entry-level MacBook Pro with a standard M3 chipset at INR 1,70,000 in India. This is the same model that Apple will refresh with its new M4 chipset.
Similarly, the higher-end MacBook Pros currently sold with M3 Pro, M3 Max, and M3 Ultra chips will be refreshed with Apple’s new M4 Pro and M4 Max chips, which will be more powerful and efficient than the current M3 Macbook Pro.
M4 MacBook Pro release date
According to a report published by Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman (an Apple insider), Apple will start shipping its new M4 MacBook Pro later this year.
But Mark Gurman cautions that the plans are subject to change – whether they might arrive sooner or later, he doesn’t specify.
Following his April 11 update, Gurman released another report on April 14, suggesting that Apple might launch the M4 MacBook Pro by “late 2024,” with the M4 Pro/Max potentially coming out around the same time or by “early 2025.”
Implications for your purchase:
- Are you considering purchasing an M3 Macbook Pro right now? If you’re in the market for a MacBook Pro now and the M3 suits your requirements, there’s no reason to hold off. You may find it at a slightly lower price than the upcoming M4 versions.
- Waiting for the M4 release? If you value cutting-edge chip technology and are okay with waiting a bit, especially for the top-tier models, the upcoming M4 lineup could bring better performance, efficiency, and new features.
Keep in mind: These release date speculations are just rumours. Apple could change the schedule, so staying informed with trustworthy sources is essential.
M4 MacBook Pro Design
The M4 would mark the fourth version of this MacBook Pro model. Apple is likely sticking to the same design for the 2024 release, focusing mainly on a chip upgrade.
Mark Gurman, who published his report in April, mentioned that Apple might be raising the maximum memory or RAM capacity for its top-tier MacBook Pro.
However, design limitations might keep the MacBook from getting as significant an increase in performance as desktop Macs.
Another aspect that might see a shift is battery performance. The M4 could enhance efficiency or increase power demands, impacting its battery life. Detailed reports on the M4’s power usage are still pending.
When Apple released the M3 Pro/Max Macbook Pro, they introduced the new Black colour, which replaced their Space Grey colour. The other option was silver. Similarly, we can expect a new colour with the upcoming M4 MacBook Pro 2024.
Apple has also increased the brightness level of its entry-level M3 MacBook Pro from 500 nits to 600 nits, but the M4 MacBook Pro display will not be affected. The size, weight, camera, mics, speakers, I/O ports, Wifi, and Bluetooth will likely remain the same.
M4 MacBook Pro Specs
Before I tell you about M4 MacBook Pro specs, let me give you an overview of the M3 MacBook Pro lineup with their specs:
14-inch M3 MacBook Pro
- 8GB unified memory, 512GB SSD, and standard M3 chipset for INR 1.7 Lakh.
- 8GB unified memory, 1TB SSD, and standard M3 chipset for INR 1.9 Lakh.
- 16GB unified memory, 1TB SSD, and standard M3 chipset for INR 2.1 lakh.
- For INR 2 lakhs, it comes with 18GB unified memory, 512GB SSD, and an M3 Pro chipset with an 11-core CPU and 14-core GPU.
- For INR 2.4 lakhs, it comes with 18GB unified memory, 1TB SSD, and an M3 Pro chipset with a 12-core CPU and 18-core GPU.
- For INR 3.2 lakhs, it comes with 36GB unified memory, 1TB SSD, and an M3 Max chipset with a 14-core CPU and 30-core GPU.
16-inch M3 MacBook Pro
- The M3 Pro costs INR 2.5 lakhs and has a 12-core CPU and 18-core GPU, 18GB unified memory, and 512GB SSD.
- The M3 Pro costs INR 2.9 lakhs and has a 12-core CPU and 18-core GPU, 36GB unified memory, and 512GB SSD.
- The M3 Max costs INR 3.5 lakhs and has a 14-core CPU and 30-core GPU, 36GB unified memory, and 1TB SSD.
- The M3 Max costs INR 4 lakhs and has a 16-core CPU and 40-core GPU, 48GB unified memory, and 1TB SSD.
With the upcoming M4 MacBook Pro 2024, we can expect the same specs that can replace the current M3 MacBook Pro lineup, but the M4 Macbook Pro price has yet to be determined. Let’s see if they will increase or not.
Conclusion
The anticipated M4 MacBook Pro is set to debut by the close of 2024, potentially introducing a base 14-inch version in Q4, followed by premium editions featuring M4 Pro and Max chips by late 2024 to early 2025.
The spotlight appears on enhanced performance, especially with the upgraded Neural Engine. While there’s talk of better battery life, specifics remain vague.
If you’re in the market for a new MacBook Pro and can afford to wait, holding out for the M4 variants might be smart. You stand to gain from cutting-edge chip technology and potential boosts in performance and efficiency.