Generation Comparison

M3 vs M4 vs M5 MacBook Pro values

Compare current secondary-market pricing and fair values across all Apple Silicon generations.

M5 Pro/Max
$4,090
28 configs tracked · best value: 16" M5 Max 48GB/2TB (2025)
M4 Pro/Max
$2,525
23 configs tracked · best value: 16" M4 Max 48GB/1TB (2024)
M3 Pro/Max
$1,930
18 configs tracked · best value: 16" M3 Pro 18GB/512GB (2023)

Best entry points

Budget & Legacy Value: M1 and M2

Older M1/M2 Pro and Max configurations remain popular entry points for price-conscious buyers seeking Apple Silicon performance under $1,000.

M2 Pro/Max
$1,713
8 configs tracked · best value: 16" M2 Max 32GB/1TB (2023)
M1 Pro/Max
$1,257
8 configs tracked · best value: 16" M1 Pro 16GB/1TB (2021)