Apple MacBook Pro 14" M3 Pro vs Apple MacBook Pro 14" M4
Side-by-side comparison of viewing distance, PPI, and specifications
Apple MacBook Pro 14" M3 Pro
14.2" · 3024×1964 · Mini-LED
Optimal Viewing Distance 34cm
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Apple MacBook Pro 14" M4
14.2" · 3024×1964 · Mini-LED
Optimal Viewing Distance 34cm
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| Specification | Apple MacBook Pro 14" M3 Pro 2023 | Apple MacBook Pro 14" M4 2024 |
|---|---|---|
| Screen Size | 14.2" | 14.2" |
| Resolution | 3024×1964 | 3024×1964 |
| Pixel Density (PPI) | 254 | 254 |
| Optimal Viewing Distance | 34cm | 34cm |
| Panel Type | Mini-LED | Mini-LED |
| Viewing Angle | 178° | 178° |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:10 | 16:10 |
| Refresh Rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz |
| Variable Refresh Rate (VRR) | None | None |
| Response Time | 37 ms GTG | 3 ms GTG (Better) |
| HDR Certification | None | None |
| SDR Brightness | 600 nits | 1000 nits (Better) |
| HDR Peak Brightness | 1600 nits | 1600 nits |
| Contrast Ratio | 1:1,000,000 | 1:1,000,000 |
| Ports | 1x HDMI · 0x DP · USB-C | 1x HDMI · 0x DP · USB-C |
| USB-C Power Delivery | 96 W | 96 W |
| Color Gamut | sRGB 99% · DCI-P3 97% · Adobe RGB 91% | sRGB 100% · DCI-P3 100% · Adobe RGB 89% (Better) |
| Year | 2023 | 2024 (Better) |
Summary
Frequently Asked Questions
Which has better PPI: Apple MacBook Pro 14" M3 Pro or Apple MacBook Pro 14" M4?
Both have 254 PPI.
Which has a closer optimal viewing distance?
Both require 34cm for retina quality.
Methodology & Sources
Formula: Retina distance (cm) = 3438 / PPI. Displayed values are rounded for readability.
Sources: Official manufacturer spec sheets and product pages. Specs are normalized before comparisons.
Comparison winners are calculated metric by metric (higher is better for most specs; lower is better for distance/response time).
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