7 Best M3 MacBook Pro Accessories You Can Buy

MacBook Pro received a CPU refresh at Apple’s recent ‘Scary Fast’ event. The company’s high-end laptop is available at an accessible price point, in a new Black shade, and with a powerful GPU. If you plan to get one, check the best MacBook Pro M3 accessories to unlock its full potential.

Unlike some of the Windows alternatives, Apple only offers a power adapter and a charging cable with an M3 MacBook Pro. You can get a sleeve, USB hub, an SSD, wireless keyboard, mouse, and much more to create an ideal work setup. Let’s discuss some of the must-have MacBook Pro M3 accessories.

Before we start, quickly go over our existing coverage on MacBook Pro.

• Protect your expensive purchase with the top MacBook Pro M3 cases.
• Get the work done in style with the top affordable monitor for your MacBook.
• Ditch MacBook Pro’s shallow keyboard with the best mechanical keyboards.

1. UPPERCASE GhostCover

Since your MacBook Pro keyboard collects fingerprints right and left, it leaves annoying marks on the display when you close the lid. You can prevent it by cleaning the MacBook keyboard daily, but it’s not a feasible solution for all. You can apply UPPERCASE’s keyboard cover and stay away from such issues.

Unlike its rivals, this one carries only 0.12mm of thickness to minimize typing interference. As expected, it’s made of TPU material and comes in two variants. You can get one with a clear transparency or a tinted look. While buyers have appreciated the cover’s pristine fit, it does require a couple of days to get a comfortable typing experience.

2. tomtoc Protective Laptop Sleeve

Thanks to tomtoc’s CornerArmor tech and thick padding in the interiors, the company promises military-grade protection to tackle the toughest situations like a pro. It is spill-resistant, uses high-quality YKK zippers for better durability, and offers ample storage space to carry your charger, cable, dongle, SSD, and other accessories.

Users have appreciated its durability, astute fit and finish, and full protection offered for MacBook Pros. It’s the ultimate armor your MacBook Pro deserves. The protective sleeve is available in over 10 color options.

3. Belkin iPhone Camera Mount

Although your MacBook Pro M3 comes with a 1080p camera, it’s basic at best. You can get Belkin’s camera mount, snap your iPhone behind the MacBook, and use the main camera as a webcam for a crystal-clear video feed.

The MagSafe-compatible accessory securely holds your iPhone and lets you change the phone’s orientation to enable portrait or landscape mode. It looks stylish and compliments your MacBook aesthetics with a couple of color options. Some of the buyers faced difficulties with attaching the accessory to their MacBook’s protective case. Do keep that in mind before hitting the buy button.

4. Hiearcool USB-C Hub

Hiearcool’s USB-C hub is one of the must-have accessories for your M3 MacBook Pro. Apple’s high-end laptop comes with USB-C, HDMI, and SD card slots only. You can unlock several USB-A ports, an Ethernet slot, another HDMI port, and more on your MacBook Pro.

One of the USB-C ports supports 100W Power Delivery. When the USB hub is in use, utilize the PD port to charge your other devices. The USB-C dongle comes in six color shades to compliment your MacBook Pro look. We aren’t surprised to see positive reviews for this one.

5. Keychrone K6 Wireless Keyboard

Keychrone offers a 65% layout for a compact look and feel. The hot-swappable version is compatible with all the popular mechanical switches like Gateron, Cherry, and Kailh. K6 uses Gateron Brown switches, which are ideal for office and light gaming. It comes with macOS keys, and you get extra keycaps for your Windows desktop, too.

You can connect up to three devices via Bluetooth. The built-in 4000mAh battery is capable of getting you through a week. However, do note that the battery life takes a dive when you enable RGB.

Thanks to 2-angle rubber feet, you won’t have a hard time getting an ergonomic setup on your MacBook Pro M3. Buyers have left positive reviews regarding K6’s excellent build quality, respectable battery life, and typing feel.  

6. UGREEN USB-C Charger

UGREEN’s 140W power adapter packs in two USB-C and one USB-A ports. You can charge your MacBook Pro 56% in only 30 minutes. Do note that when other ports are in use, charging speeds decrease, and it may take a longer time to power up the device.

As expected, UGREEN’s USB charger works fine with all your Type-C devices. USB-A port ensures compatibility with your older devices, too. The power adapter comes with a Thermal Guard system to scan the temperatures 800 times per second to keep the generated heat in check. Go over our separate post to learn the USB-C chargers to juice up the iPhone, iPad, and Mac.

7. Samsung T7 Shield SSD

Samsung T7 Shield is known for durability and faster read and write speeds. It’s IP65 rated for dust and water resistance and supports transfer speeds up to 1000 MB/s. The rubber exterior keeps the generated heat in check during the long media transfer process.

The T7 Shield is compatible with all your Type-C devices and comes in three shades to choose from. Users have lauded the T7 Shield’s faster media transfer speeds, compact size, and durability. It’s a no-brainer for professionals and a cheaper way to expand your MacBook Pro’s storage.

If you don’t prefer Samsung’s offering, check the top hard drives and SSDs with an IP rating.

Complete Your MacBook Pro M3 Setup

Your MacBook Pro M3 is completely fine to use out of the box. However, the accessories above can improve your workflow in meaningful ways. Among them, a protective laptop sleeve, a USB-C hub, and an external SSD are the must-haves in our books. Which accessories did you pick from the list above? Share your shopping cart with us in the comments below.