Apple’s online store is currently showing extended delivery times for various configurations of the MacBook Pro, with some models facing wait times of up to two months in the United States. This situation primarily affects configurations equipped with the M4 Max chip, while select models featuring the M4 Pro chip remain unaffected.
For instance, estimated delivery dates for many 14-inch and 16-inch MacBook Pro models with the M4 Max chip range from February 6 to February 24, and in some cases, even later. Specifically, built-to-order 14-inch MacBook Pro configurations that include a 16-core M4 Max chip and 128GB of RAM are projected to arrive as late as March 17.
Recent Updates and Future Models
The entry-level 14-inch MacBook Pro was updated with an M5 chip in October 2025. However, models featuring the M5 Pro and M5 Max chips have not yet been released, leading to speculation about an upcoming refresh. There have been indications that Apple may announce these new models soon, potentially as early as this week.
Supply Chain Factors
While the extended delivery times could suggest an imminent product refresh, they may also be influenced by ongoing RAM supply constraints. Apple previously introduced MacBook Pro models with M2 Pro and M2 Max chips in January 2023, establishing a pattern for January updates.
Upcoming Events
Apple is set to launch its Creator Studio bundle of creative applications on January 28, and the company will hold its next quarterly earnings call on January 29. These events may provide additional context regarding the future of the MacBook Pro lineup.
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