A2485 · MacBook Pro 16-inch (M1 Pro / M1 Max, 2021)
MacBook Pro A2485 Battery Replacement Melbourne
From $349 · Same Day · Lifetime Warranty · Free Diagnostic
16.2-inch Liquid Retina XDR ProMotion (3456×2234) · Apple M1 Pro / M1 Max · 2021
The MacBook Pro A2485 contains Apple's largest MacBook battery — designed to power the M1 Max's substantial GPU through sustained creative workloads. After 3 years of heavy professional use, many A2485 batteries are seeing capacity loss. iTech Repairs replaces A2485 batteries from $349 in Melbourne.
A2485 — MacBook Pro 16-inch (M1 Pro / M1 Max, 2021)
A2485
2021
Apple M1 Pro / M1 Max
16.2-inch
Liquid Retina XDR ProMotion (3456×2234)
MacBook Pro 16-inch M1 Pro
Signs Your MacBook Pro 16-inch (M1 Pro / M1 Max, 2021) Battery Needs Replacing
Professional Workload Endurance Drop
M1 Max video editing or 3D rendering sessions going from all-day to under 4 hours — significant capacity degradation.
Large Battery Depleting Fast
The A2485 has the largest battery of any MacBook. If it no longer outlasts smaller MacBooks in similar tasks, it needs replacement.
macOS Battery Warning
"Service Recommended" or "Replace Now" in battery status after sustained professional use.
High Cycle Count for Professional Use
System Information showing 700–1,000+ cycles from daily professional charging habits.
Why Choose iTech Repairs for A2485?
Free Diagnostic
Every A2485 repair starts with a free bench diagnostic. We identify the exact fault and provide a firm quote before any work begins.
Lifetime Warranty
Every A2485 repair — screen, battery, keyboard, or logic board — includes a lifetime warranty on parts and labour.
Data Safe
We never access your data. Screen and battery replacements do not require data transfer or account access — your files remain intact.
Same-Day Service
Most A2485 battery and screen repairs are completed same-day at our Braybrook or Spotswood stores.
Cheapest Price Guaranteed
We offer the lowest prices in Melbourne for MacBook repair. If you find a cheaper written quote, we'll beat it.
Walk-ins Welcome
No appointment needed. Visit our Braybrook or Spotswood store any day, 9am–9pm, for immediate assessment.
A2485 Battery Replacement FAQ
How much does MacBook Pro A2485 battery replacement cost?
MacBook Pro A2485 battery replacement starts from $349. The large capacity professional battery cell costs more than consumer MacBook batteries. Lifetime warranty.
Why does the A2485 battery degrade faster for M1 Max users?
The M1 Max GPU consumes significantly more power than M1 Pro — sustained rendering or encoding sessions draw heavily on the battery, accumulating cycles faster.
How long does A2485 battery replacement take?
2–3 hours at Braybrook or Spotswood. Same-day in most cases.
Will battery replacement restore the A2485's original 21-hour battery life?
A quality replacement battery restores the original capacity. M1 Pro configuration originally delivers ~21 hours; M1 Max around 14 hours under workload.
Lifetime warranty on A2485 battery replacement?
Yes — lifetime warranty on both the replacement battery and all labour.
A2485 Battery Replacement in Melbourne
Free diagnostic · From $349 · Lifetime warranty · Same day service