macOS Monterey code reveals potential display resolutions for new MacBook Pro models - 9to5Mac

Interestingly, internal system code has revealed support for two new Retina display resolutions, which could potentially be from the new 14-inch and 16-inch MacBook Pro.

Right now, there’s no Mac with a built-in Retina display based on these resolutions.

For comparison, the 13-inch MacBook Pro has a 2560 x 1600 resolution display, while the current 16-inch model has a 3072 x 1920 display — which leads us to assume that the new resolutions might be intended for new MacBook models as they are slightly higher than their predecessors, but not close enough to 4K to be used by an iMac or external monitor.

While having a higher resolution in the new 14-inch MacBook Pro would be an expected upgrade due to the larger screen, the 16-inch model should also get a better display in its new version.

The new resolutions should allow the display to run at its native 2x Retina resolution, whereas current MacBook displays are based on a scaled resolution to slightly reduce the size of interface elements.

According to rumors, the new 14-inch and 16-inch MacBook Pro are expected to be introduced later this year with a new design, M1X chip with faster graphics, and the addition of more ports.