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Apple M3 Ultra-powered Mac Studio to feature M3 Ultra with 32-core CPU & 80-core GPU

Sean — Mon, 14 Aug 2023 10:37:04 +0000

The next generation of Apple M series processors is expected to debut soon in upcoming Mac products. But prior to any official announcement, a new report hints at the key specs of the new top-end M3 Ultra chip, which appears to be quite powerful.

Apple M3 Ultra Mac Studio features a beefy processor

The Cupertino based giant will apparently be equipped with the M3 Ultra, as per the latest Mark Gurman’s Power On newsletter. Apple’s previous M2 Ultra processor offered 24-core CPU and a 76-core GPU. However, the upcoming M3 Ultra is equipped with a whopping 32-core CPU that consists of 24 high-performance cores and 8 high-efficiency cores. On the other hand, the GPU core count has risen to 80 in the next-gen processor.

The Power On newsletter added that Apple could also be planning to launch new memory options for its MacBook Pro laptops. So now, MacBook models might launch with 36GB and 48GB of RAM. Furthermore, the brand is also testing higher memory configurations for other Mac series of PCs as well. The M2 Ultra-powered Mac Studio could be bought with up to 192GB of RAM, so there is a chance that the M3 Ultra may offer even higher memory capacity like 256GB of RAM.

Apple is currently testing the M3 Ultra for the next-generation Mac Studio and Mac Pro. Gurman believes that the first batch of M3-powered Macs will launch sometime in October 2023 with the new 13-inch MacBook Air and MacBook Pro models. The new iMac could also feature this processor, while the M3 Pro and M3 Max CPUs for Macs could drop sometime next year.

Apple Mac Studio launched with M2 Max and M2 Ultra chips

Sudhanshu — Tue, 06 Jun 2023 05:18:41 +0000

During the recent WWDC 2023 event, Apple took the stage to unveil its latest offering, the Mac Studio. This impressive machine comes equipped with the all-new M2 Max and M2 Ultra System-on-Chips (SoCs), representing a significant upgrade from the previous M1 Ultra model. Apple claims that the Mac Studio delivers groundbreaking performance, surpassing even the most powerful Intel-based 27-inch iMac.

Apple Mac Studio (2023) specs & features

The Mac Studio with M2 Max boasts a formidable 12-core CPU, a GPU with up to 38 cores, and an impressive 96GB of unified memory featuring a memory bandwidth of 400GB/s. Apple claims that this configuration makes the M2 Max up to 50% faster than its predecessor and an astonishing 4x faster than the most potent Intel-based iMac.

For those seeking even more power, the Mac Studio with M2 Ultra takes performance to the next level. It features a remarkable 24-core CPU, a GPU with up to 76 cores, and up to 192GB of memory with a unified memory bandwidth of 800GB/s. Apple asserts that the M2 Ultra delivers twice the performance and capabilities of the M2 Max, and up to 3x faster performance than the previous-generation Mac Studio with M1 Ultra.

Apple has also enhanced the Mac Studio’s display capabilities. It now supports higher-bandwidth HDMI, allowing for stunning 8K resolution and smooth 240Hz frame rates. Furthermore, with the M2 Ultra, the Mac Studio can handle up to six Pro Display XDRs simultaneously, opening up possibilities for unparalleled visual experiences. In terms of connectivity, the Mac Studio now supports Wi-Fi 6E and Bluetooth 5.3.

Turning our attention to the ports, the Mac Studio impresses with its comprehensive selection. On the back, it features four Thunderbolt 4 ports, a 10Gb Ethernet port, an improved HDMI port, and two USB-A ports. Additionally, the front panel offers two USB-C ports and an SD card slot, providing convenient accessibility for importing photos and videos.

Price & availability

The newly launched Mac Studio is available for purchase, starting at a base price of US$1,999. However, for those seeking the enhanced performance of the M2 Ultra-powered version, the cost may be significantly higher. Pre-orders for the Mac Studio are currently open, and customers can expect the product to be available on store shelves starting from June 13th.

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iFixit tears down the Apple Mac Studio and Studio Display

Sean — Thu, 24 Mar 2022 11:39:43 +0000

Apple had recently announced two new products, namely the Mac Studio and Studio Display. And now, iFixit has released a new tear down video that revealed the internals of the two gadgets.

Looking at the video, we can see the M1 Max powered Mac Studio. In the YouTube, iFixit stated that “If Apple squeezed a Mac Pro into a Mac mini, you’d get something that looks a lot like the new (Mac Studio). Based on a previous teardown, we already know that the Mac Studio’s SSD is not soldered and can be removed. So while iFixit confirmed this, it is still unknown if upgrades are possible. iFixit did find a spare slot on the logic board and put an SSD from another Mac Studio, but that did not work.

On the other hand, RAM is built in and can not upgraded once the user purchases a particular configuration. Another notable aspect noted during the teardown was the massive heatsink. The cooling system relies on a dual fan assembly and the fans are “so much more massive than other Mac fans.” Similarly, they also found that the heatsink “positively dwarfs the M1.” Apart from this, the internals of the Mac Studio are complex, comprising of various brackets, connectors, and torx screws, which impacts repairability (scored 6 out of 10 on repairs) and user accessibility. Although, it was praised for its heat management system.

Arriving at the Studio Display, iFixit also tore apart the Cupertino based giant’s latest productivity based display. In the video, we get a short look of the Studio Display’s internals that looks quite similar to an iMac. The webcam in the Studio Display is similar to the camera on the iPhone 11. Although, this was just a general observation and not a proper breakdown analysis, which will be arriving in the near future.

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Apple unveils the Mac Studio with M1 Ultra SoC; Apple Studio Display tag along

Jed John Ikoba — Wed, 09 Mar 2022 02:00:09 +0000

True to the prediction of some tipsters, Apple has now officially announced several products including the Mac Studio and Studio Display. The two products have long been tipped to arrive during the much-anticipated “Peek performance” event. A tipster had even given us a sneak peek of the Mac Studio’s design right before the launch.

The Apple Mac Studio was launched with a new M1 Ultra chip in a compact package. It is a professional-level Mac that also gives high performance even with its compact package. The Mac Studio sits in between the Mac mini and the Mac Pro. It guarantees high performance using Apple Silicon in desktop form and without a monitor. The device also supports up to 128GB of RAM and up to 8TB of SSD.

There are assortments of ports available within the device including the Thunderbolt 4 for the M1 Ultra, Bluetooth 5.0, and Wi-Fi 6. The Mac Studio is 7.7 inches in width and depth, while its length is 3.7 inches.

The Apple Studio Display is significantly cheaper than its high-end counterpart. It has a 27-inch 5K display, a center stage webcam, and decent pricing to boot. The nano texture display option will help the user to minimize glare. The A13 chip helped to expand the features and functionality of the Studio Display. It has an all-aluminum covering, thin bezels, and an integrated stand that accommodates up to 30 degrees tilt.

The Mac Studio has up to 8TB of storage and it starts from $1,999 for the model with M1 Max and $3,999 with M1 Ultra. The Apple Studio Display is priced at $1,599 will also be on March 18.

Apple ‘Mac Studio’ design & new external display showcased in last minute leak

Jed John Ikoba — Tue, 08 Mar 2022 15:03:21 +0000

A last-minute leak is pointing in the direction that Cupertino-based company, Apple could release a raft of products today March 8, 2022. The products lined up for today’s launch include an Apple Mac Studio and a Studio Display. These new details for products lined up for Apple’s Peek Performance Event unveiling add further hype to the event.

The Apple iPhone SE 3, the new iPad Air 5, and a Mac Mini are among the devices lined up for the unveiling. There is no way of verifying the current leak, but we could expect a few surprises from Apple during the event. The new leak indicates that we might see a bigger Mac Mini, which is called the Mac Studio, a new and cheaper Studio Display.

The specific leak relates to a YouTube video by Luke Mani, who indicated that Apple is planning to release a new Mac Studio, which bears a striking semblance with the Mac Mini although it is bigger and has greater functionality than the Mac Mini. Performance-wise, the Mac Studio is also faster and cools more efficiently than the Mac Mini.

The new Apple Mac Studio is expected to be cheaper than the Mac Pro. The new Apple Studio Display seems to be a cheaper 27-inch display, with the MiniLED technology omitted. There are several other omissions that imply that the new Apple Studio Display will be far cheaper than the Pro Display XDR.

The leaks also relate to a green Apple iPhone 13 and a purple iPad Air 5. With a few hours to the launch, we keep our fingers crossed on the surprises Apple has formulated for the event.