Apple 2024 MacBook Pro Laptop
Status: Apple 2024 MacBook Pro Laptop with M4 chip with…: Unavailable on Amazon as of . SpecPicks has no in-stock listing with matching specs on file; the search below lists current offers. eBay sellers may still list this model new or used.
Bottom line: The Apple 2024 MacBook Pro Laptop: M4 chip with 10-core CPU and 10-core GPU handles multi-app pro workloads; main trade-off: drives only two external displays, limiting larger multi-monitor desks.
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Similar: Apple 2024 MacBook Pro Laptop with M4 Pro — $2,399.00 on Amazon as of 2026-10-26 16:17 UTC (price may vary).
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Similar: Apple 2024 MacBook Pro Laptop with M4 Max — $2,899.00 on Amazon as of 2026-10-26 16:17 UTC (price may vary).
Pros & Cons
Pros
- ✓ M4 chip with 10-core CPU and 10-core GPU handles multi-app pro workloads
- ✓ 14.2-inch Liquid Retina XDR hits 1600 nits peak, 1,000,000:1 contrast
- ✓ 24GB unified memory paired with 1TB SSD out of the box
- ✓ Three Thunderbolt 4 ports plus HDMI, SDXC slot, MagSafe 3, headphone jack
- ✓ 12MP Center Stage camera, three studio mics, six speakers with Dolby Atmos
Cons
- ✗ Drives only two external displays, limiting larger multi-monitor desks
- ✗ 24GB memory and 1TB SSD are soldered, so no post-purchase upgrades
- ✗ Apple Intelligence features carry asterisked availability caveats
- ✗ Space Black finish shows fingerprints more than lighter Mac colors
Manufacturer description
SUPERCHARGED BY M4 — The 14-inch MacBook Pro with M4 chip gives you spectacular performance in a powerhouse laptop built for Apple Intelligence.* With all-day battery life and a breathtaking Liquid Retina XDR display with up to 1600 nits peak brightness, it’s pro in every way.* CHAMPION CHIP — The M4 chip brings spectacular speed and capability to blaze through everyday activities and multitask across multiple productivity and pro apps. BUILT FOR APPLE INTELLIGENCE—Apple Intelligence is the personal intelligence system that helps you write, express yourself, and get things done effortlessly…
SpecPicks Verdict
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Video review
M4 Max MacBook Pro: I'm Convinced! — Marques Brownlee on YouTube
Key Features
- SUPERCHARGED BY M4 — The 14-inch MacBook Pro with M4 chip gives you spectacular performance in a powerhouse laptop built for Apple Intelligence.* With all-day battery life and a breathtaking Liquid Retina XDR display with up to 1600 nits peak brightness, it’s pro in every way.*
- CHAMPION CHIP — The M4 chip brings spectacular speed and capability to blaze through everyday activities and multitask across multiple productivity and pro apps.
- BUILT FOR APPLE INTELLIGENCE—Apple Intelligence is the personal intelligence system that helps you write, express yourself, and get things done effortlessly. With groundbreaking privacy protections, it gives you peace of mind that no one else can access your data—not even Apple.*
- ALL-DAY BATTERY LIFE — MacBook Pro delivers the same exceptional performance whether it’s running on battery or plugged in.
- APPS FLY WITH APPLE SILICON — All your favorites, including Microsoft 365 and Adobe Creative Cloud, run lightning fast in macOS.*
- IF YOU LOVE IPHONE, YOU’LL LOVE MAC — Mac works like magic with your other Apple devices. View and control what’s on your iPhone from your Mac with iPhone Mirroring.* Copy something on iPhone and paste it on Mac. Send texts with Messages or use your Mac to answer FaceTime calls.*
Full Specifications
| Size | 24GB Unified Memory, 1TB SSD Storage |
|---|---|
| Brand | Apple |
| Color | Space Black |
| Model | MCX04LL/A |
| Warranty | Apple One (1) Year Limited Warranty |
| UnitCount | 1 |
| ReleaseDate | 2024-11-08T00:00:01Z |
| Manufacturer | Apple |
| ItemPartNumber | MCX04LL/A |
| Full listing title | Apple 2024 MacBook Pro Laptop with M4 chip with 10‑core CPU and 10‑core GPU: Built for Apple Intelligence, 14.2-inch Liquid Retina XDR Display, 24GB Unified Memory, 1TB SSD Storage; Space Black |
Performance Data
View gaming FPS, AI inference throughput, and synthetic scores for the Apple M4 — the core hardware component in this product. Benchmarks sourced from TechPowerUp, PassMark, and the r/LocalLLaMA community.
Hardware benchmark data
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