M3 Pro vs M4 (again)

[GronkbookPro]

Hello all, I'm looking to replace my Macbook Pro. I'm looking at an M3 Pro for $2100, 18 core, 36 GB Ram, vs an M4 for $1800, 10 core, 24 GB Ram (or 32 GB for $620 more). I'll be using it for Photoshop and Lightroom (sometimes with an external monitor), using some of the AI noise reduction and sharpening.
I'm leaning towards the M3 Pro. Any advice from people that know more than me is welcome.
Thanks

 

[tenordrum]

Not sure where you are located, but Microcenter has some nice pricing in that range. For $2210 you can get a M4Pro, 48 gb RAM, 12 core cpu. graphics chip is 16 core. https://www.microcenter.com/product...h-(late-2024)-142-laptop-computer-space-black

 

[edubfromktown]

M3 Pro works fine for me in a similar use case scenario. $2100 seems a little high imo

I bought a used and slightly dinged up/less attractive one that was purchased new with Apple Care (you can look up the serial number to determine if it has AC or not).

 

[sixth]

Damn that’s awesome price at Microcenter. Sadly live in CA and don’t have one.