Current model Pro notebook · 2024

MacBook Pro M4 Max (36 GB)

Mobile workstation class. 27B–32B is realistic at 4-bit; longer context reduces headroom.

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RAM: 36 GB
Bandwidth: 410 GB/s
Comfortable model range: 32B

Local AI fit

32B is the realistic daily range

Comfortable up to 27B–32B at 4-bit. 35B gets tight as context grows.

Comfortable: 32B
Tight: 35B
Capacity edge: 35B

35B is a capacity edge, not a blanket promise: it generally requires strong weight quantization, a short context, and little parallel load. KV-cache precision and the model architecture can materially change the result.

36GB explained Why unified memory is more than model weights Understand quantization, KV cache, macOS headroom, and the difference between “fits” and “runs well.” Open RAM guide

Purchase status

Current model

Available new. Check the exact configuration and current price with the seller.

Generation: M4-Max
Released: 2024
Data checked: 2026-06-03

At a glance

Technical Specs

Pro notebook

Chip: M4-Max
RAM: 36 GB
CPU cores: 14
GPU cores: 32
Memory bandwidth: 410 GB/s
Form factor: Pro notebook
Release year: 2024

What works well

Pros

Mobile 30B
M4 Max bandwidth

What to consider

Cons

Expensive
Heavy in backpack

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