Many people rush to Apple Stores to purchase a MacBook as soon as they need one, and that’s completely understandable. However, if you’re currently eyeing a MacBook Pro, it’s strongly advisable to exercise some patience. Apple is gearing up for a surprise product launch event next Monday, and if the swirling rumors are accurate, all three MacBook Pro models are due for updates. This would mark an unusual move by Apple, as they plan to introduce the M3, M3 Pro, and M3 Max chips simultaneously.

Even if the actual release doesn’t align perfectly with these reports, taking a moment to wait is a wise move. This is particularly important if you’re leaning toward a MacBook Pro because you likely seek enhanced performance. While the M2-powered MacBook Air is a capable everyday machine, professionals and content creators will benefit from the additional CPU cores, GPU power, and active cooling that a MacBook Pro offers.

If you fall into that category, the rumored MacBook Pro updates hold significant promise. The current-generation MacBook Pros are already impressive, especially in terms of their quiet operation under load. However, the M3 chips are expected to deliver a substantial performance boost, thanks to TSMC’s 3nm process. If Apple delivers as anticipated, this leap could surpass the M2‘s improvement over the M1, all without a price increase. So, waiting just a week could mean getting more performance for the same price.

Even if you’re not after the latest and greatest, the introduction of new models generally leads to discounts on older ones. This means you’ll either pay less or get more performance, regardless of which generation you decide to purchase. Plus, you won’t be paying for a bunch of unnecessary extras, as this update primarily focuses on a chip upgrade.

Now, before you start making grand plans, keep in mind that we don’t have the full picture of what Apple will unveil next week. It could be a new iMac or updated iPads, for all we know. Nevertheless, if you’re in the market for a powerful new MacBook, it’s well worth waiting to see if the eagerly anticipated MacBook updates are indeed on the horizon.