> Do you really need an M3 Max?
I’m considering trading in my MacBook Pro 16–inch M1 Max for its M3 equivalent. Do I need an M3 Max, or would a Pro suffice?
Depending on model and option, you would pay $400–$700 more for an M3 Max. With its extra cores it’s also likely to use significantly more power, resulting in shorter endurance between recharging.
As you’re already using an Apple silicon Mac, one good way to check whether your new Mac would make good use of those