๐ How to open MacBook Pro 16 in 5 easy steps
Advice: Make sure the laptop is turned off and unplugged before you begin. Use proper tools to avoid damaging the device. ๐ง๐ป
- Unscrew the eight Pentalobe screws that secure the bottom panel to the base. ๐ ๏ธ
- Press firmly on a suction cup on the left side of the bottom cover. Gently pull up until the internal clips on this side release. โจ
- Repeat the process on the other sides, excluding the back. ๐
- Using a spudger, carefully push the back of the panel forward in the areas around the hinges to release the clips. โ๏ธ
- Use a thin plastic tool to open the front of the panel and lift the metal plate away from the chassis. ๐
More information: The internal components of the MacBook Pro 16 are not user-upgradeable. Disassembly is primarily done for inspection or authorized repairs. ๐ต๏ธโโ๏ธ๐ง
Important Notes
- This guide is for disassembly purposes only. Proceed with caution as opening your MacBook Pro may void your warranty. โ ๏ธ
- Follow the official apple repair manual for additional details, or seek assistance from an authorized repair center. ๐
Apple MacBook Pro 16 (Late 2024) In-Depth Review
He Apple MacBook Pro 16 is here with its powerful M4 Pro/Max SoC. This time, it features a 14-core processor (10 performance and 4 efficiency) and a 20-core graphics card, or a 14- to 16-core M4 Max CPU with 32/40-core GPU. Compared to the base configuration of the 14-inch model (12-core CPU / 16-core GPU), the 16-inch offers more power under intense loads, which can be beneficial mainly for professionals and demanding users. It is difficult to notice any difference performance between the two "cousins" in daily tasks and consumption multimedia. ๐
Pros
- The 14-core CPU maintains 3.85 GHz / 2.59 GHz for P and E cores even under prolonged stress scenarios ๐ช
- Excellent sustained performance ๐
- The fans are quiet under light and medium loads ๐คซ
- Mini-LED display with 120Hz refresh rate and 613 nits of peak brightness โ๏ธ
- Full sRGB and DCI-P3 coverage ๐จ
- Color-accurate panel ๐ฏ
- The Nano-textured display option handles reflections like a champ ๐
- Great CPU and GPU performance ๐
- Very solid metal chassis ๐
- Battery life extraordinary (~17 hours watching videos) ๐
- Awesome sound quality ๐ถ
- Mag Safe Charging Port ๐งฒ
- 3 Thunderbolt 5 / USB4 ports โก๏ธ
- Comfortable keyboard โจ๏ธ
- Huge and very smooth touchpad ๐ฑ๏ธ
- 512GB NVMe Drive fast ๐
- The keyboard doesn't feel hot during heavy loads ๐ฅ
- Multicore performance increase compared to the 12-core version of the M4 SoC ๐
- (16.8 mm) ๐
Cons
- High price, especially if you want to add more memory or storage ๐ธ
- Memory and SSD soldiers โ
- High processor temperatures during loads long ๐ก๏ธ
- Clearly audible fans under long-term CPU stress 100% ๐
- Without Wi-Fi 7 ๐ซ