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SSD for Apple MacBook Pro 16-inch (Intel) (MacBookPro16-1)

2019–2020

Form Factor: Apple ProprietaryInterface: Apple Proprietary NVMeMax Capacity: 8TB
Upgradeable

Quick answer

The Apple MacBook Pro 16-inch (Intel) (MacBookPro16-1) is matched with OWC Aura Pro X2 4TB, OWC Aura Pro X2, OWC Aura Pro X2, OWC Aura Pro X2, OWC Aura Pro X2 240GB. Compatible storage type: Apple Proprietary Apple Proprietary NVMe. Capacity guidance: up to 8TB. Before buying, confirm your exact model number, storage interface, physical size, and connector/keying. Listings are from eBay and Amazon and may change.

Compatible SSDs for the Apple MacBook Pro 16-inch (Intel)

  • OWC Aura Pro X2 4TB

    (OWCS3DAPT4MB40)
    Apple ProprietaryApple Proprietary NVMeRead 3200 MB/sWrite 2400 MB/s4TBNVMe
    HIGH

    OWC Aura Pro X2 4TB1 listing

  • OWC Aura Pro X2

    (OWCS3DAPT4MB05)
    Proprietary NVMeNVMe PCIe 2.0 x4Read 3200 MB/sWrite 2400 MB/s500GBNVMe
    HIGH

    OWC Aura Pro X22 listings

  • OWC Aura Pro X2

    (OWCS3DAPT4MB20)
    Proprietary NVMeNVMe PCIe 2.0 x4Read 3200 MB/sWrite 2400 MB/s2TBNVMe
    HIGH
  • OWC Aura Pro X2 240GB

    (OWCS3DAPT4MA02)
    Apple ProprietaryApple Proprietary NVMeRead 3200 MB/sWrite 2400 MB/s240GBNVMe
    HIGH

    OWC Aura Pro X2 240GB1 listing

  • N/A

    (N/A)
    SolderedNVMeRead 0 MB/sWrite 0 MB/sNVMe
    HIGH

Listings and prices are pulled from eBay and Amazon and may change. Always verify compatibility — confirm your exact model number, storage interface, physical size, and connector/keying — before purchase. Last checked July 17, 2026.

SSD Upgrade Guide for the Apple MacBook Pro 16-inch (Intel)

This device uses a Apple Proprietary drive with a Apple Proprietary NVMe interface. Maximum supported capacity is 8TB.

NVMe drives are significantly faster than SATA — if your device supports NVMe, always prefer it over a SATA SSD for the best performance.

Always power off your device and disconnect power before replacing storage.

Frequently Asked Questions

What SSD fits the Apple MacBook Pro 16-inch (Intel) (MacBookPro16-1)?

The Apple MacBook Pro 16-inch (Intel) (MacBookPro16-1) is matched with OWC Aura Pro X2 4TB, OWC Aura Pro X2, OWC Aura Pro X2, OWC Aura Pro X2, OWC Aura Pro X2 240GB. It supports Apple Proprietary Apple Proprietary NVMe. This device supports up to 8TB based on our records. Before buying, confirm your exact model number, storage interface, physical size, and connector/keying.

How do I verify SSD compatibility?

Verify your full model number against the device page, then confirm the physical form factor (Apple Proprietary), interface (Apple Proprietary NVMe), and M.2 keying if applicable. Compare against your existing drive or manufacturer specs before purchase.

Can I use NVMe if my device originally had SATA?

The Apple MacBook Pro 16-inch (Intel) (MacBookPro16-1) is recorded as supporting NVMe storage (Apple Proprietary Apple Proprietary NVMe). Installing an NVMe drive that matches the documented form factor and keying is appropriate when our data lists NVMe support.

Does physical size and keying matter?

Yes. M.2 drives vary by length (e.g. 2280) and keying (B-key, M-key, B+M). 2.5-inch and other form factors must match the bay or adapter your device accepts. The Apple MacBook Pro 16-inch (Intel) (MacBookPro16-1) is documented as Apple Proprietary Apple Proprietary NVMe — a drive with the wrong size or key will not fit or work.

Are these listings live and current?

Listings and prices are pulled from eBay and Amazon and may change at any time. We refresh marketplace data regularly, but always verify the listing title, condition, and seller before purchase.