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
$4,455
25 configs tracked · best value: 14" M5 Max 36GB/2TB (2025)
M4 Pro/Max
$2,748
20 configs tracked · best value: 16" M4 Pro 48GB/512GB (2024)
M3 Pro/Max
$2,205
14 configs tracked · best value: 16" M3 Pro 18GB/1TB (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
$1,610
8 configs tracked · best value: 16" M2 Pro 16GB/512GB (2023)
M1 Pro/Max
$1,210
8 configs tracked · best value: 16" M1 Pro 16GB/512GB (2021)