Upcoming M4 MacBook Pro: What to Expect and Rumored Specifications

Apple is gearing up to start mass-producing its M4 MacBook Pro line in the fourth quarter of 2024, as per a recent report. According to a display analyst, the 14-inch and 16-inch models are expected to deliver their mini-LED panels around July or August. Taking that history into account, as well as the recent appearance of what appears to be a retail box for that little M4 MacBook Pro there — Apple could be getting ready to launch some new machines.

The Upcoming M4 MacBook Pro

ShrimpApplePro shared the image, noting it was sent to him from an anonymous source and adding a note of caution that his followers should view this information as unverified. On the other hand, it seems reasonable at this point to just accept as true the M4 MacBook Pro specs that have been outlined. The M4 pairs with 16GB of unified RAM and is available in sizes up to 512GB of NVMe storage. If we squint hard enough and get a little bit closer, there are more specs to be discovered in the image.

Legible text that confirms the M4 chip itself and should feature a 10-core CPU, much like the top-end OLED iPad Pro. The only change is the new Apple Silicon, the rest of the hardware stays close to that of M3 models, suggesting no design modifications anticipated, which many users will be perfectly content with.

Since the base model of the M3 MacBook Pro comes with 8GB of unified RAM and 512GB of storage, it is likely that the retail box we are examining pertains to a higher configuration of the M4 MacBook Pro. Apple has a history of offering low memory options, even on premium devices, so fingers crossed that these specifications belong to the base model.

In addition to the M4, Apple is reportedly preparing the M4 Pro and M4 Max for the top-tier versions, which has generated excitement among enthusiasts. Previous Geekbench 6 results have shown that the M4 outperformed the M3 Pro and Snapdragon X Elite, even the 9-core CPU variant significantly surpassing the M3 and M2 in both single-core and multi-core tests.

Additionally, the new Apple Silicon adopts the ARMv9 architecture, enabling Scalable Matrix Extension (SME), which enhances the M4’s ability to handle complex tasks more efficiently. This suggests a significant boost in gaming and multi-threaded performance compared to earlier models. For now, we can either wait for the official announcement or, for those eager for a new device, explore Amazon for deals on Apple’s current-generation M3 MacBook Pro models starting at $1,299.

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