Apple continues to lead the way in technological innovation, and now it does so with the screen of the new MacBook Pro with M4 chip. According to renowned display analyst Ross Young, these laptops integrate quantum dot technologyan advance that promises more vibrant and precise colors than ever. We will tell you what this improvement translates into.
Until now, Apple had opted to use KSF red phosphor films to improve colors in previous MacBook Pro models. This technology, although efficient and economical, had limitations in terms of accuracy and color range. However, with the new MacBook Pro, Apple has decided to make the leap towards a quantum dot film, something that could revolutionize the visual experience of users.
What are quantum dots?
Quantum dots are light-emitting nanocrystals with extraordinary precision when illuminated. This allows for much more realistic color representation and a wider gamut than that offered by previous technologies. Although this method has been widely adopted in high-end televisions such as QLEDs from Samsung or Sony, it is the first time that Apple has introduced it in a MacBook Pro.
In the past, Apple scrapped this technology due to the presence of cadmium, a toxic element that used to be part of quantum dot films. But current options have evolved, being able to omit the use of cadmium and offering superior performance.
According to Young, the quantum dot film used in the new MacBook Pros with the M4 chip offers a color gamut as good or better than previous options, in addition to improving performance in the movement management on screen.
Although Apple has not publicly emphasized the chromatic improvements of the MacBook Pro M4, there are figures that speak for themselves. The maximum SDR brightness has gone from 600 nits in the previous model to an impressive 1,000 nits, which translates into brighter screens and with even more impressive colors.
The change not only benefits creatives working with visual content, but also positions the MacBook Pro as one of the best options for tasks where color accuracy is key, such as video editing and professional photography.
The future of Apple screens
With this new generation of screens, the Californian company shows that it remains committed to offering the best possible visual experience. The implementation of quantum dots marks a before and after, bringing the MacBook Pro screens closer to the level of the best televisions on the market.
While competitors struggle to meet this standard, Apple is already ahead of the curve with innovations that not only improve performance, but do so without compromising environmental sustainability.
The MacBook Pro with M4 chip not only promises exceptional performance thanks to its new processor, but also a display that could redefine our expectations. Will this be the perfect laptop for creative professionals? Only time will tell, but everything points to yes.
