Architect's technical teardown: VRAM capacity, memory bandwidth, TDP, and AI throughput — compared head-to-head for local LLM workloads.
Portable AI workstation. Offers desktop-class unified memory for running multi-agent workflows and local coding assistants on the go.
The legendary used-market GOAT. 24GB VRAM at a fraction of the cost of 4090/5090. Still handles 70B models with ease.
| Metric | Apple MacBook Pro 16-inch (M4 Max) | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3090 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM | 48GB | 24GB |
| Memory Bandwidth | 410 GB/s | 936 GB/s |
| AI Throughput (TOPS) | 110 | 285 |
| TDP (Power Draw) | 80W | 350W |
| Est. Price | $3,499.99 | $749.99 |