Check out this video. Max Tech goes over the overheating, throttling and performance issues between 2 same spec M3 MAX MacBook Pro computers.
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New video: 14" vs 16" MAX MBP - performance and overheating issues
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We all know the 16 performs better than a 14 with any Max CPU. Simple science. I knew that when I got the 14 but the size and weight of the 16 is a deal breaker for many including my self. Also wondering if he had them in automatic or high performance mode?
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How has your 14" been? What specs did you get? Mine is scheduled to be delivered next week and I'm having some regrets about my config (16/40/64gb/4tb) and if I should have gone for the 16". I also value portability but the fan noise I've been hearing about could be annoying, plus the throttling. I mainly use mine at home docked to a 48" OLED but I also travel a fair bit and have a few bags that can only fit a 14".
Ive had no issues I'm glad I went with the 14". 16/40, 48/1TB. Of coarse the 16 is a higher performer due to everything being larger. Just looking at them with the backs off will tell you that. If it's going to stay mostly docked then a studio or 16 would be better. For mobility the 16 was just too big/awkward for me and I go to the gym. I think this guy had them in automatic power mode. The 14 probably would have faired better in high performance mode although more fan noise.
