Pro Max 16 Performance Review
Comprehensive evaluation of the Pro Max 16 across key operational metrics
Performance
High-speed processing
Gaming
30 fps average
Display
Retina XDR screen
Battery Life
Up to 20 hours
Connectivity
5G and Wi-Fi 6
Portability
1.5kg weight
Review Score
Pro Max 16 excels in performance with high-speed processing, but struggles in gaming and display quality. Battery life and connectivity are moderate, while portability is hampered by its weight and size compared to ultraportable devices.
Pro Max 16 Benchmark Results
Comprehensive performance evaluation through industry-standard benchmarks
Geekbench 6 (Single-Core)
Exceptional single-thread performance
Geekbench 6 (Multi-Core)
Top-tier multi-threaded capability
Cinebench R23 (Single-Core)
Excellent CPU single-core performance
Cinebench R23 (Multi-Core)
Outstanding multi-core rendering
Overall Benchmark Score
The Pro Max 16 demonstrates exceptional computational power across all benchmarks, with particularly impressive multi-core performance that places it among the top-performing devices in its class. The consistent high scores across both Geekbench and Cinebench tests confirm its capability for demanding professional workloads.
Dell Pro Max 16 Specifications
Detailed tests and technical specifications
Case
| Weight | 2.2 kg (4.85 lbs) |
| Dimensions | 358 x 256 x 15.08-19.08 mm 14.09 x 10.08 x 0.59-0.75 inches |
| Area | 916 cm² (142 inches²) |
| Screen-to-body ratio | ~81% |
| Side bezels | 6.7 mm |
| Colors | Black |
| Material | Magnesium alloy |
| Transformer | No |
Cooling solution
| Cooling system | Active |
| Vapor chamber | No |
| Liquid metal | No |
| Number of fans | 2 |
Dell Pro Max 16 Display Specifications
Detailed display tests and technical specifications
Display Features
| Resolutions | 1920 x 1200 (Non-Touch) 1920 x 1200 (Touch) |
| Size | 16 inches |
| Type | IPS LCD |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz |
| Adaptive refresh rate | No |
| PPI | 142 ppi |
| Aspect ratio | 16:10 |
Display Technology
| HDR support | No |
| Sync technology | No |
| Touchscreen | Yes |
| Coating | Matte |
| Ambient light sensor | Yes |
Display Tests
| Contrast | 1000:1 |
| Response time | 35 ms |
| Max. brightness | 300 nits |
Dell Pro Max 16 Battery Specifications
Detailed battery and charging technical specifications
Battery Details
| Capacity | 64 Wh 96 Wh |
| Voltage | 11.7 V |
| Battery type | Li-Po |
| Replaceable | No |
Charging Features
| Fast charging | Yes |
| Charging via USB (Power Delivery) | Yes |
| Charging port position | Left, Right |
| Charge power | 100 / 130 W |
Dell Pro Max 16 Processor Specifications
Detailed CPU technical specifications and performance metrics
Processor Options
Core Specifications
| Base frequency | 2.9 GHz |
| Turbo frequency | 5.4 GHz |
| Cores | 16 (6P + 10E) |
| Threads | 16 |
| L3 Cache | 24 MB |
Additional Features
| Integrated GPU | Arc Graphics 140T |
| Fabrication process | 3 nm |
| Thermal Design Power | 28W |
| Max. Memory | 96GB |
| Memory Types | DDR5-5600 LPDDR5-6400 |
Dell Pro Max 16 Graphics Specifications
Detailed GPU technical specifications and performance metrics
Core Specifications
| TGP | 35 W |
| Fabrication process | 5 nm |
| GPU base clock | 300 MHz |
| GPU boost clock | 2350 MHz |
| Shading units (cores) | 1024 |
Memory & Texturing
| Memory size | System Shared |
| Memory type | DDR5 |
| Memory speed | 5.6 Gbps |
| Texture mapping units (TMUs) | 64 |
| Raster operations pipelines (ROPs) | 32 |
Dell Pro Max 16 Memory Specifications
Detailed RAM configuration and technical specifications
Memory Specifications
| Channels | 2×32 GB |
| Clock Speed | 5600 MHz |
| Type | DDR5 |
| Upgradable | Yes |
| Total Slots | 2 |
| Max. RAM Size | 64 GB |
Dell Pro Max 16 Storage & Audio Specifications
Detailed storage and sound technical specifications
Storage Specifications
| Bus | PCI-E Gen 4.0 (4x) |
| Storage type | SSD (M2) |
| Upgradable | Yes |
| Total slots | 2 |
| NVMe | Yes |
Audio System
| Audio chip | Realtek ALC3329 |
| Speaker configuration | 2.0 |
| Speaker power | 2x2W |
| Dolby Atmos | No |
| Microphones | 2 |
Dell Pro Max 16 Connectivity & Ports
Detailed wireless and wired connection specifications
Wireless Connectivity
| Wi-Fi standard | Wi-Fi 7 |
| Bluetooth | v5.4 |
| Fingerprint | Optional |
| Infrared sensor | Optional |
| Webcam | 1080p FHD (1920×1080) |
