MacBook Pro M3 Screen Resolution & Specs
The MacBook Pro M3 14-inch has a resolution of 3024 x 1964 pixels at 254 PPI on a Liquid Retina XDR mini-LED display with ProMotion 120Hz. The 16-inch model has 3456 x 2234 pixels at 254 PPI.
Complete Display Specifications
| Specification | MacBook Pro M3 14” | MacBook Pro M3 16” |
|---|---|---|
| Resolution | 3024 × 1964 | 3456 × 2234 |
| Screen Size | 14.2” | 16.2” |
| Pixel Density | 254 PPI | 254 PPI |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:10 | 16:10 |
| Display Type | Liquid Retina XDR (mini-LED) | Liquid Retina XDR (mini-LED) |
| Refresh Rate | 1-120Hz (ProMotion) | 1-120Hz (ProMotion) |
| HDR | Yes (Dolby Vision, HDR10) | Yes (Dolby Vision, HDR10) |
| Peak Brightness | 1000 nits SDR / 1600 nits HDR | 1000 nits SDR / 1600 nits HDR |
| Total Pixels | 5,939,136 | 7,720,704 |
| P3 Wide Color | Yes | Yes |
MacBook Pro Display Generations
| Model | Year | Resolution (14”) | PPI | Display Tech | Refresh Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MacBook Pro 13” | 2018-2020 | 2560 × 1600 | 227 | Retina IPS | 60Hz |
| MacBook Pro 14” M1 Pro/Max | 2021 | 3024 × 1964 | 254 | Liquid Retina XDR | 120Hz |
| MacBook Pro 14” M2 Pro/Max | 2023 | 3024 × 1964 | 254 | Liquid Retina XDR | 120Hz |
| MacBook Pro 14” M3 | 2023 | 3024 × 1964 | 254 | Liquid Retina XDR | 120Hz |
| MacBook Pro 14” M4 | 2024 | 3024 × 1964 | 254 | Liquid Retina XDR | 120Hz |
The 2021 redesign was the major display upgrade. Resolution, PPI, and panel technology have remained consistent through M4. The improvement was so significant that Apple has maintained these specs for three chip generations.
For all MacBook display specs, see Laptop Screen Resolutions. For video editing monitor recommendations, see Best Resolution for Video Editing.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the MacBook Pro M3 screen resolution?
The 14-inch MacBook Pro M3 has a resolution of 3024 x 1964 pixels at 254 PPI. The 16-inch model has 3456 x 2234 pixels at 254 PPI.
Does the MacBook Pro M3 have 120Hz?
Yes, all MacBook Pro models since the 2021 M1 Pro/Max feature ProMotion with an adaptive refresh rate up to 120Hz.
Is the MacBook Pro display OLED?
No, the MacBook Pro M3 uses a Liquid Retina XDR display with mini-LED backlighting. It supports HDR with up to 1600 nits peak brightness.