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🚀 **Extreme:** Perfect for 4K video editing, heavy 3D rendering, and professional development.
Value Score⚖️ Fair Price
Display RealityGlossy XDR; 1600 nits peak; nano-texture option; best laptop display made
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Display RealityIPS matte; 400 nits; 100% sRGB; touch; good outdoor visibility
| Apple | Brand | Dell |
| Apple M4 Max 16-core | Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon X Plus |
| Apple M4 Max 40-core GPU | Graphics | Qualcomm Adreno GPU |
| 128GB | RAM | 16GB |
| 16.2" Liquid Retina XDR 3456x2234 120Hz | Display | 14" QHD+ 2560x1600 60Hz Touch |
| 4.7 lbs | Weight | 3.17 lbs |
| 21 hours | Claimed Battery | 20 hours |
| 15-17 hours real-world mixed use | Real Battery | 18-20 hours real-world mixed use |
| 3499 | Price | 899 |