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Apple's 2023 MacBook Pro with M3 Pro chip is currently on sale for $1,799, down from $1,999, offering a 10 percent discount. The mid-range model features a 14.2-inch screen, Liquid Retina XDR display, 18GB of RAM, 14-core GPU, 512GB SSD storage, 1080p HD camera, Spatial Audio-equipped sound system, and multiple connectivity options.
B&H is offering early Black Friday deals on Apple's new M3 and M3 Pro MacBook Pros, including a $200 discount on the 14-inch M3 Pro MacBook Pro, bringing the price down to $1,799. This is the first chance for all shoppers to save on the latest releases, and it matches the all-time low price. Discounts are also available on the 16-inch M3 Pro MacBook Pro and the entry-level 14-inch M3 MacBook Pro, both at new all-time lows or matching the best prices yet. The new MacBook Pros feature improved performance, a Liquid Retina XDR display, Thunderbolt ports, and the new Space Black colorway. The M3 Pro chip, Apple's first 3nm chip, offers enhanced CPU and GPU performance.
Apple's refreshed M3 iMac and MacBook Pro models with M3 and M3 Pro chips are now available for same-day or next-day pickup at Apple Stores, with no pre-order required. Customers can also order online for in-store pickup. The M3 iMac features an Apple-designed M3 Arm-based chip, while the MacBook Pro models come with the M3 and M3 Pro chips. The iMac starts at $1,299, and the MacBook Pro starts at $1,599 for the 14-inch model and $2,499 for the 16-inch model.
Apple's new M3 Pro chip, featured in the latest MacBook Pro models, offers only marginal improvements in CPU performance compared to the M2 Pro chip, according to an unverified benchmark result. The M3 Pro chip is up to 14% faster in single-core performance and up to 6% faster in multi-core performance, but its gains are limited due to having fewer high-performance cores and less memory bandwidth compared to the M2 Pro. The M3 Pro chip is the least improved chip in the M3 series, but still represents a significant upgrade for those transitioning from Intel-based Macs.
Apple's latest M3 Pro chip in the new MacBook Pro models boasts faster performance and improved power efficiency. However, it has 25% less memory bandwidth compared to the M1 Pro and M2 Pro chips used in previous generations. The M3 Pro chip features 150GB/s memory bandwidth, while the M3 Max offers up to 400GB/s. Additionally, the M3 Pro chip has a different core configuration compared to its predecessor, with 6 performance cores, 6 efficiency cores, and 18 GPU cores.
Apple's latest M3 Pro chip in the new MacBook Pro models has 25% less memory bandwidth compared to the M1 Pro and M2 Pro chips used in previous generations. Despite this, the M3 Pro chip is touted as the fastest and most power-efficient Apple silicon yet, offering up to 40% faster performance than the M1 Pro. The M3 Pro chip also features changes in core ratios and a slightly weaker Neural Engine compared to its predecessors. The real-world impact of these changes on performance remains unclear, but Apple's new Dynamic Caching memory allocation technology aims to optimize memory usage.
Apple released iOS 16.5 and related software updates, including macOS Ventura 13.4, watchOS 9.5, tvOS 16.5, and HomePod software version 16.5. The Beats Studio Buds + earphones were also introduced, and rumors about the iPhone 15 lineup and M3 family of Mac and iPad chips were discussed. The biggest focus of attention is the upcoming Apple headset, with reports claiming its capabilities will "far exceed" those of rival devices. Apple also previewed new accessibility features for iOS 17 and macOS 14.
Apple is testing an unreleased M3 Pro chip with a 12-core CPU, 18-core GPU, and 36GB of memory inside a future high-end MacBook Pro running the upcoming macOS 14 update. The chip is expected to be manufactured based on TSMC's 3nm process for significant performance and power efficiency improvements. The M3 Pro chip could be the base-level for the next-generation 14-inch and 16-inch MacBook Pro models launching next year.