401k

Just joined a new company. Haven’t contributed to 401k this year or even before. I’m super late to the party.

My base is 185k and employer matches 50% of up to 7% i.e., 50% of 12950(185k*.07) is $6475. In order to take maximum advantage of employer contribution, can I contribute $3237(12950/4) each month for next 4 months, I mean rest of the year ?

I understand that 12950 can go to 19500 since that’s the limit, which brings down my tax bracket. Are there any other pros to maxing out?

TC 300k
8 yoe