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  • Avg. price in UK: ~£2,110
  • Avg. price in US: ~$1,550
  • PassMark benchmark result: 26697
  • N. of physical cores: 12
  • CPU boost clock speed: 3.5 GHz

Apple M2 Pro 12 Core Cpu 19 Core Gpu review. Compare 78 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among processors and if it is worth buying.

6.6

Overall score

What it is: An overall evaluation of the processor's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.

When it matters: When you need a quick reference to identify the best processors on the market.

Score components:

90.0%

6.6

Technical Score

10.0%

?

User score

Good
6.6

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the processor's technical performance, covering key areas such as processing performance, core configuration, efficiency, platform support, integrated features, and thermal behavior.

When it matters: When you want to compare processors based on technical performance and available features.

Score components:

60.0%

6.2

Performance

18.0%

7.5

Cache & Architecture

10.0%

7.1

Memory & PCIe

7.0%

6.4

Power & Thermal

4.0%

6.4

Platform

1.0%

8.5

Integrated Graphics

Good
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User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the processor.

When it matters: When you want to know how a processor performs in real workloads and how reliable it is for gaming, productivity, and efficiency according to user feedback.

Score components:

70.0%

?

User reviews

30.0%

?

Popularity

  • 6.9
    Gaming

    Score components:

    30.0%

    7.9

    PassMark single-core benchmark score

    25.0%

    7.7

    Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score

    20.0%

    3.1

    CPU boost clock speed

    17.0%

    9.0

    L3 cache

    8.0%

    5.1

    N. of physical cores

  • 6.1
    Video editing

    Score components:

    45.0%

    6.6

    Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score

    20.0%

    5.1

    N. of physical cores

    20.0%

    4.0

    CPU threads

    15.0%

    9.0

    L3 cache

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Verdict

The Apple M2 Pro, built on a second-generation 5nm process, features a 12-core CPU—comprising 8 performance cores reaching up to 3.5GHz and 4 efficiency cores—alongside a powerful 19-core GPU and a 16-core Neural Engine. This SoC delivers a 200GB/s unified memory bandwidth, supporting up to 32GB of LPDDR5-6400 RAM, and includes dedicated media engines for hardware-accelerated ProRes and HEVC video processing. Its primary advantages include industry-leading performance-per-watt, exceptional multi-threaded performance that is up to 20% faster than the M1 Pro, and the ability to support external 8K displays. However, it is limited by its non-upgradable soldered memory capped at 32GB, and users requiring more intensive graphical performance may find it lacking compared to the M2 Max, which offers double the GPU cores and memory bandwidth.

Technical Specifications of processor Apple M2 Pro 12 Core Cpu 19 Core Gpu

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the processor's technical performance, covering key areas such as processing performance, core configuration, efficiency, platform support, integrated features, and thermal behavior.

When it matters: When you want to compare processors based on technical performance and available features.

Score components:

60.0%

?

Performance

18.0%

?

Cache & Architecture

10.0%

?

Memory & PCIe

7.0%

?

Power & Thermal

4.0%

?

Platform

1.0%

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Integrated Graphics

6.6
Apple M2 Pro 12 Core Cpu 19 Core Gpu has a technical score of 6.59 points, which is higher than that of 75.8% of products in this category.
User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the processor.

When it matters: When you want to know how a processor performs in real workloads and how reliable it is for gaming, productivity, and efficiency according to user feedback.

Score components:

70.0%

0.0

User reviews

30.0%

1.0

Popularity

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Popularity
What it is: An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the processor.
When it matters: When you prefer to choose a processor reviewed and selected by many other buyers.
1.0
Apple M2 Pro 12 Core Cpu 19 Core Gpu has a popularity of 1 points, which is higher than 0% of products in this category.
Ratio quality/price

What it is: An indicator that combines the processor's overall rating with its cost.

When it matters: When you are looking for a processor with a good balance between performance, efficiency, and price.

Score components:

60.0%

6.6

Overall score

40.0%

1.0

Price

4.9
Apple M2 Pro 12 Core Cpu 19 Core Gpu has a quality-to-price ratio of 4.9 points, which is lower than 97.8% of products in this category.
Brand name
What it is: The manufacturer or brand of the product.
When it matters: When you prefer a specific ecosystem, support network, or design philosophy.

Importance: MEDIUM

Apple
Processor type
What it is: The kind of system the processor is built for, such as desktop PCs, laptops, workstations, or servers.
When it matters: When you want a processor meant for the kind of machine you are actually building or buying, rather than a chip aimed at a different class of system.

Importance: HIGH

desktop
Apple M2 Pro 12 Core Cpu 19 Core Gpu belongs to the desktop processor class, which is more advanced than that of 56% of processors and equal to that of 37.9% of processors.
CPU socket
What it is: The physical socket the processor fits into on the motherboard.
When it matters: When you need to make sure the CPU can actually be installed on a specific motherboard.

Importance: HIGH

N/A
Chipset
What it is: The motherboard chipset families officially meant to work with the processor.
When it matters: When you are checking whether a CPU will work with the motherboard features and platform you plan to use.

Importance: HIGH

N/A
CPU architecture
What it is: The processor family or design generation behind the chip, such as Zen 4 or Raptor Lake.
When it matters: When you are comparing CPUs across generations and want a clearer sense of their design age, feature level, and expected performance class.

Importance: HIGH

ARM64
Apple M2 Pro 12 Core Cpu 19 Core Gpu uses the ARM64 architecture, which is less advanced than that of 98.4% of processors and equal to that of 1.7% of processors.
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N. of physical cores
What it is: The number of physical CPU cores on the processor.
When it matters: When you run workloads that benefit from more real cores.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: 8+

12
Apple M2 Pro 12 Core Cpu 19 Core Gpu has 12 CPU cores, which is more than 81.5% of processors and equal to 5.5% of processors.
CPU threads
What it is: The total number of processing threads the CPU can handle at once.
When it matters: When you run heavily threaded workloads or multitask a lot.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: 16+

12
Apple M2 Pro 12 Core Cpu 19 Core Gpu offers 12 CPU threads, which is more than 55.1% of processors and equal to 14.1% of processors.
Threads per core
What it is: The number of threads each physical core can handle at once.
When it matters: When you want to understand how much thread-level parallelism each core can provide in multitasking or heavily threaded work.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: 2

1
Apple M2 Pro 12 Core Cpu 19 Core Gpu offers 1 threads per core, which is fewer than 69.7% of processors and equal to 30.3% of processors.
CPU boost clock speed
What it is: The highest clock speed the processor can reach under boost conditions.
When it matters: When you care about peak speed in short bursts.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >4.7 GHz

3.5 GHz
Apple M2 Pro 12 Core Cpu 19 Core Gpu reaches a boost clock of 3.5 GHz which is lower than that of 80.4% of processors and equal to that of 3.1% of processors.
CPU base clock speed
What it is: The processor's normal all-core starting frequency before boost behavior raises clocks temporarily.
When it matters: When you care about steadier performance in longer workloads rather than short burst speed alone.

Importance: MEDIUM

8 x 3.49 GHz & 4 x 2.42 GHz
Apple M2 Pro 12 Core Cpu 19 Core Gpu has a base clock of 8x3.49 GHz & 4x2.42 GHz which is equal to that of 100% of processors.
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Semiconductor size
What it is: The manufacturing process node used to produce the processor, usually expressed in nanometers.
When it matters: When efficiency, heat, and the relative modernity of the chip-making process matter to your comparison.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: <10 nm

5 nm
Apple M2 Pro 12 Core Cpu 19 Core Gpu uses a 5 nm process node, which is more advanced than that of 85.1% of processors and equal to that of 3.2% of processors.
Foundry
What it is: The semiconductor manufacturer that physically fabricates the processor chip.
When it matters: When process source, manufacturing generation, or foundry differences matter to your comparison more than day-to-day performance alone.

Importance: MEDIUM

TSMC 5 nm
Apple M2 Pro 12 Core Cpu 19 Core Gpu is built on the TSMC 5 nm foundry process, which is more advanced than that of 83.7% of processors and equal to that of 3.2% of processors.
L3 cache
What it is: The total amount of L3 cache available on the processor.
When it matters: When you want better performance in cache-sensitive workloads and games.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=16 MB

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L2 cache
What it is: The total amount of L2 cache available across the processor.
When it matters: When you want to compare CPU design efficiency and how much fast intermediate cache the cores have available.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=6 MB

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L1 cache
What it is: The total amount of L1 cache built into the processor, which sits closest to the cores.
When it matters: When you are comparing low-level CPU design details rather than the broader performance picture buyers usually notice first.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=512 KB

3,300 KB
Apple M2 Pro 12 Core Cpu 19 Core Gpu has an L1 cache of 3300 KB which is larger than that of 98.6% of processors and equal to that of 0.1% of processors.
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DDR memory version
What it is: The RAM generation the processor is designed to support, such as DDR4 or DDR5.
When it matters: When you need the CPU to match the kind of memory platform you want to buy or reuse.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: DDR5

LPDDR5
Apple M2 Pro 12 Core Cpu 19 Core Gpu supports DDR LPDDR5, which is newer than that of 88.9% of processors and equal to that of 1% of processors.
Maximum memory speed
What it is: The highest official memory speed supported by the processor.
When it matters: When you choose RAM and want to know the supported speed ceiling.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >=4800 MHz

6,400 MHz
Apple M2 Pro 12 Core Cpu 19 Core Gpu supports memory speeds up to 6400 MHz, which is higher than that of 83.9% of processors and equal to 8.1% of processors.
Max memory speed (JEDEC)
What it is: The highest official RAM speed the processor supports under standard JEDEC settings, before any memory overclocking profiles are applied.
When it matters: When officially supported stock RAM speed matters more than XMP, EXPO, or manual memory tuning.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=5600 MHz

LPDDR5-6400 MHz
Apple M2 Pro 12 Core Cpu 19 Core Gpu supports JEDEC memory speeds up to LPDDR5-6400 MHz, which is higher than that of 85.6% of processors and equal to 2.8% of processors.
Max memory speed (XMP / EXPO)
What it is: The highest memory speed supported through XMP or EXPO profiles.
When it matters: When you want faster RAM through memory profiles.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=5200 MHz

N/A
Maximum memory capacity
What it is: The largest total amount of memory officially supported by the processor.
When it matters: When you plan a system with very large RAM capacity.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >=128 GB

32 GB
Apple M2 Pro 12 Core Cpu 19 Core Gpu supports up to 32 GB of memory, which is less than 71.9% of processors and equal to 19.5% of processors.
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Integrated graphics
What it is: Includes built-in graphics, so the system can output video without a separate graphics card.
When it matters: When you want the PC to work without a dedicated GPU, or you are building an office, media, compact, or troubleshooting-friendly system.

Importance: HIGH

yes
Apple M2 Pro 12 Core Cpu 19 Core Gpu includes integrated graphics. 87.6% of processors include integrated graphics.
Integrated GPU model
What it is: The model name of the integrated graphics processor, if present.
When it matters: When you plan to use the CPU's built-in graphics.

Importance: MEDIUM

Apple 19-core GPU
Apple M2 Pro 12 Core Cpu 19 Core Gpu uses the Apple 19-core GPU integrated GPU, which is more advanced than that in 99.5% of processors.
Integrated GPU execution units
What it is: The number of execution units available in the integrated graphics part of the processor.
When it matters: When you plan to rely on built-in graphics and want a better sense of its light gaming, display, or media capability.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=24

19
Apple M2 Pro 12 Core Cpu 19 Core Gpu has 19 GPU execution units, which is fewer than 56% of processors.
Integrated GPU base frequency
What it is: The base operating frequency of the integrated GPU.
When it matters: When integrated graphics performance matters to you.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=350 MHz

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Integrated media encoders/decoders
What it is: The hardware media formats the processor can encode or decode directly.
When it matters: When you stream, edit video, or rely on hardware media acceleration.

Importance: LOW

H.264 (HW decode/encode), H.265 (HW decode/encode), VP9 (HW decode), ProRes (HW decode/encode), ProRes RAW (HW decode/encode)
Apple M2 Pro 12 Core Cpu 19 Core Gpu supports H.264 (HW decode/encode), H.265 (HW decode/encode), VP9 (HW decode), ProRes (HW decode/encode), ProRes RAW (HW decode/encode) media codecs, which is broader support than 99.6% of processors and equal to 0.3% of processors.
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TDP (Thermal design power)
What it is: The rated thermal design power, which gives a general idea of cooling and power needs.
When it matters: When you choose a cooler or build in a tighter case.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: <30 W

30 W
Apple M2 Pro 12 Core Cpu 19 Core Gpu has a TDP of 30 W which is lower than that of 66.8% of processors and equal to that of 0.3% of processors.
Base power (PL1)
What it is: The sustained power target used for longer CPU loads.
When it matters: When you choose cooling and power delivery for sustained workloads.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <30 W

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Boost power (PL2)
What it is: The short-term boost power limit the processor may draw under heavier turbo loads.
When it matters: When you size cooling and power delivery for peak turbo behavior.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <50 W

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Tau (power duration limit)
What it is: The time limit the CPU can stay at higher boost power before dropping toward sustained power.
When it matters: When you want to understand turbo behavior under longer loads.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <=28 s

N/A
Configurable TDP
What it is: Allows the processor to run in alternate power modes instead of being fixed to one default TDP target.
When it matters: When you want more control over heat, noise, and power draw in compact systems, quieter builds, or thermally limited machines.

Importance: LOW

no
Apple M2 Pro 12 Core Cpu 19 Core Gpu does not support configurable TDP. 52.9% of processors support configurable TDP.
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Apple M2 Pro 12 Core Cpu 19 Core Gpu vs the average processor

  • 64.8% better single-core performance
    Apple M2 Pro 12 Core Cpu 19 Core Gpu has a higher PassMark single-core score than the average processor (4,091 vs 2,483). The average processor scores 2,483 in PassMark single-core.
    What it is: A benchmark score that reflects single-core CPU performance.
    When it matters: When you care about responsiveness in lighter or older software.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >3200

    Apple M2 Pro 12 Core Cpu 19 Core Gpu has a higher PassMark single-core score than the average processor (4,091 vs 2,483). The average processor scores 2,483 in PassMark single-core.4,091 vs 2,483
  • 3.02x higher multi-core score
    Apple M2 Pro 12 Core Cpu 19 Core Gpu has a higher Geekbench 6 multi-core score than the average processor (14,459 vs 4,793). The average processor scores 4,793 in Geekbench 6 multi-core.
    What it is: A Geekbench 6 score that reflects multi-core CPU performance in mixed modern workloads.
    When it matters: When you want a quick picture of multi-core speed in everyday mixed workloads, multitasking, and broadly optimized software.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >8500

    Apple M2 Pro 12 Core Cpu 19 Core Gpu has a higher Geekbench 6 multi-core score than the average processor (14,459 vs 4,793). The average processor scores 4,793 in Geekbench 6 multi-core.14,459 vs 4,793
  • 80.6% higher single-core score
    Apple M2 Pro 12 Core Cpu 19 Core Gpu has a higher Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (2,656 vs 1,471). The average processor scores 1,471 in Geekbench 6 single-core.
    What it is: A Geekbench 6 score that reflects single-core CPU performance in mixed modern workloads.
    When it matters: When you care about snappy everyday performance in lighter apps, browsing, office work, or tasks that do not scale well across many cores.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >2000

    Apple M2 Pro 12 Core Cpu 19 Core Gpu has a higher Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (2,656 vs 1,471). The average processor scores 1,471 in Geekbench 6 single-core.2,656 vs 1,471
  • 2.53x higher PassMark score
    Apple M2 Pro 12 Core Cpu 19 Core Gpu has a higher PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (26,697 vs 10,532.5). The average processor scores 10,532.5 in PassMark benchmark.
    What it is: A benchmark score that gives a broad idea of overall processor performance.
    When it matters: When you want a quick overall performance comparison.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >19000

    Apple M2 Pro 12 Core Cpu 19 Core Gpu has a higher PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (26,697 vs 10,532.5). The average processor scores 10,532.5 in PassMark benchmark.26,697 vs 10,532.5
  • 6 more CPU cores
    Apple M2 Pro 12 Core Cpu 19 Core Gpu has more CPU cores than the average processor (12 vs 6). The average processor has 6 CPU cores.
    What it is: The number of physical CPU cores on the processor.
    When it matters: When you run workloads that benefit from more real cores.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: 8+

    Apple M2 Pro 12 Core Cpu 19 Core Gpu has more CPU cores than the average processor (12 vs 6). The average processor has 6 CPU cores.12 vs 6
  • 4.37x higher memory bandwidth
    Apple M2 Pro 12 Core Cpu 19 Core Gpu has a higher memory bandwidth than the average processor (200 GB/s vs 45.8 GB/s). The average processor offers memory bandwidth of 45.8 GB/s.
    What it is: The maximum theoretical memory bandwidth the processor can support.
    When it matters: When memory-heavy workloads matter to you.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: >75 GB/s

    Apple M2 Pro 12 Core Cpu 19 Core Gpu has a higher memory bandwidth than the average processor (200 GB/s vs 45.8 GB/s). The average processor offers memory bandwidth of 45.8 GB/s.200 GB/s vs 45.8 GB/s
  • 2.18x higher memory speed
    Apple M2 Pro 12 Core Cpu 19 Core Gpu has a higher maximum memory speed than the average processor (6,400 MHz vs 2,933 MHz). The average processor supports memory speed of 2,933 MHz.
    What it is: The highest official memory speed supported by the processor.
    When it matters: When you choose RAM and want to know the supported speed ceiling.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >=4800 MHz

    Apple M2 Pro 12 Core Cpu 19 Core Gpu has a higher maximum memory speed than the average processor (6,400 MHz vs 2,933 MHz). The average processor supports memory speed of 2,933 MHz.6400 MHz vs 2933 MHz
  • Newer DDR support
    Apple M2 Pro 12 Core Cpu 19 Core Gpu supports a newer DDR generation than the average processor (LPDDR5 vs DDR4).
    What it is: The RAM generation the processor is designed to support, such as DDR4 or DDR5.
    When it matters: When you need the CPU to match the kind of memory platform you want to buy or reuse.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: DDR5

    Apple M2 Pro 12 Core Cpu 19 Core Gpu supports a newer DDR generation than the average processor (LPDDR5 vs DDR4).LPDDR5 vs DDR4
  • Includes crypto acceleration
    Apple M2 Pro 12 Core Cpu 19 Core Gpu includes crypto acceleration, the average processor does not.
  • Supports HMP
    Apple M2 Pro 12 Core Cpu 19 Core Gpu supports HMP, the average processor does not.
  • 3 year/s newer release date
    Apple M2 Pro 12 Core Cpu 19 Core Gpu has a newer release date than the average processor (2,023 vs 2,020).
  • 64.8% better single-core performance
    Apple M2 Pro 12 Core Cpu 19 Core Gpu has a higher PassMark single-core score than the average processor (4,091 vs 2,483). The average processor scores 2,483 in PassMark single-core.
  • 3.02x higher multi-core score
    Apple M2 Pro 12 Core Cpu 19 Core Gpu has a higher Geekbench 6 multi-core score than the average processor (14,459 vs 4,793). The average processor scores 4,793 in Geekbench 6 multi-core.
  • 80.6% higher single-core score
    Apple M2 Pro 12 Core Cpu 19 Core Gpu has a higher Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (2,656 vs 1,471). The average processor scores 1,471 in Geekbench 6 single-core.
  • 2.53x higher PassMark score
    Apple M2 Pro 12 Core Cpu 19 Core Gpu has a higher PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (26,697 vs 10,532.5). The average processor scores 10,532.5 in PassMark benchmark.
  • 6 more CPU cores
    Apple M2 Pro 12 Core Cpu 19 Core Gpu has more CPU cores than the average processor (12 vs 6). The average processor has 6 CPU cores.
  • 4 more CPU threads
    Apple M2 Pro 12 Core Cpu 19 Core Gpu has more CPU threads than the average processor (12 vs 8). The average processor has 8 CPU threads.
  • 4 wider front-end design
    Apple M2 Pro 12 Core Cpu 19 Core Gpu has a higher front-end width than the average processor (8 vs 4). The average processor uses front-end width of 4.
  • 58.3% smaller process node
    Apple M2 Pro 12 Core Cpu 19 Core Gpu has a lower process node than the average processor (5 nm vs 12 nm). The average processor uses a process node of 12 nm.
  • Uses big.LITTLE design
    Apple M2 Pro 12 Core Cpu 19 Core Gpu uses a big.LITTLE design, the average processor does not.
  • 8.59x larger L1 cache
    Apple M2 Pro 12 Core Cpu 19 Core Gpu has a higher L1 cache than the average processor (3,300 KB vs 384 KB). The average processor has L1 cache of 384 KB.
  • 8.08x more transistors
    Apple M2 Pro 12 Core Cpu 19 Core Gpu has more transistors than the average processor (40 billion vs 4.95 billion). The average processor has 4.95 billion transistors.
  • More advanced foundry
    Apple M2 Pro 12 Core Cpu 19 Core Gpu uses a more advanced foundry process than the average processor (TSMC 5 nm vs Intel 14 nm).
  • 16.7% more L3 per core
    Apple M2 Pro 12 Core Cpu 19 Core Gpu has more L3 cache per core than the average processor (2 MB/core vs 1.714 MB/core). The average processor provides 1.714 MB/core of L3 cache per core.
  • 4.37x higher memory bandwidth
    Apple M2 Pro 12 Core Cpu 19 Core Gpu has a higher memory bandwidth than the average processor (200 GB/s vs 45.8 GB/s). The average processor offers memory bandwidth of 45.8 GB/s.
  • 2.18x higher memory speed
    Apple M2 Pro 12 Core Cpu 19 Core Gpu has a higher maximum memory speed than the average processor (6,400 MHz vs 2,933 MHz). The average processor supports memory speed of 2,933 MHz.
  • Newer DDR support
    Apple M2 Pro 12 Core Cpu 19 Core Gpu supports a newer DDR generation than the average processor (LPDDR5 vs DDR4).
  • 33.3% lower TDP
    Apple M2 Pro 12 Core Cpu 19 Core Gpu has a lower TDP than the average processor (30 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a TDP of 45 W.

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Platform
Performance
Cache & Architecture
Memory & PCIe
Power & Thermal
  • 18.6% lower boost clock
    Apple M2 Pro 12 Core Cpu 19 Core Gpu has a lower boost clock speed than the average processor (3.5 GHz vs 4.3 GHz). The average processor reaches boost clock speed of 4.3 GHz.
  • No multithreading support
    Apple M2 Pro 12 Core Cpu 19 Core Gpu does not support multithreading, the average processor does.
  • 1 fewer threads per core
    Apple M2 Pro 12 Core Cpu 19 Core Gpu has fewer threads per core than the average processor (1 vs 2). The average processor offers 2 threads per core.
  • Less advanced microarchitecture
    Apple M2 Pro 12 Core Cpu 19 Core Gpu uses a less advanced microarchitecture than the average processor (Avalanche / Blizzard vs Kaby Lake).
  • 50% less memory capacity
    Apple M2 Pro 12 Core Cpu 19 Core Gpu has fewer maximum memory capacity than the average processor (32 GB vs 64 GB). The average processor supports 64 GB of memory.
  • No configurable TDP
    Apple M2 Pro 12 Core Cpu 19 Core Gpu does not support configurable TDP, the average processor does.
  • 18.6% lower boost clock
    Apple M2 Pro 12 Core Cpu 19 Core Gpu has a lower boost clock speed than the average processor (3.5 GHz vs 4.3 GHz). The average processor reaches boost clock speed of 4.3 GHz.
    What it is: The highest clock speed the processor can reach under boost conditions.
    When it matters: When you care about peak speed in short bursts.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >4.7 GHz

    Apple M2 Pro 12 Core Cpu 19 Core Gpu has a lower boost clock speed than the average processor (3.5 GHz vs 4.3 GHz). The average processor reaches boost clock speed of 4.3 GHz.3.5 GHz vs 4.3 GHz
  • Less advanced microarchitecture
    Apple M2 Pro 12 Core Cpu 19 Core Gpu uses a less advanced microarchitecture than the average processor (Avalanche / Blizzard vs Kaby Lake).
    What it is: The internal core-design codename used for this processor generation.
    When it matters: When you are comparing CPUs at a deeper design level and want to identify the exact architecture behind marketing names.

    Importance: LOW

    Apple M2 Pro 12 Core Cpu 19 Core Gpu uses a less advanced microarchitecture than the average processor (Avalanche / Blizzard vs Kaby Lake).Avalanche / Blizzard vs Kaby Lake
  • No multithreading support
    Apple M2 Pro 12 Core Cpu 19 Core Gpu does not support multithreading, the average processor does.
    What it is: Lets each physical core run more than one thread at the same time, such as with Hyper-Threading or SMT.
    When it matters: When multitasking, rendering, compiling, virtualization, or other thread-heavy work benefits from more total processing threads.

    Importance: HIGH

    Apple M2 Pro 12 Core Cpu 19 Core Gpu does not support multithreading, the average processor does.
  • No configurable TDP
    Apple M2 Pro 12 Core Cpu 19 Core Gpu does not support configurable TDP, the average processor does.
    What it is: Allows the processor to run in alternate power modes instead of being fixed to one default TDP target.
    When it matters: When you want more control over heat, noise, and power draw in compact systems, quieter builds, or thermally limited machines.

    Importance: LOW

    Apple M2 Pro 12 Core Cpu 19 Core Gpu does not support configurable TDP, the average processor does.
  • 8.44x more expensive
    Apple M2 Pro 12 Core Cpu 19 Core Gpu is more expensive than the average processor (£2,110 vs £250).
    Apple M2 Pro 12 Core Cpu 19 Core Gpu is more expensive than the average processor (£2,110 vs £250).£2,110 vs £250
  • 29.6% worse value for money
    Apple M2 Pro 12 Core Cpu 19 Core Gpu has worse value for money than the average processor (4.91 vs 6.367).
    What it is: An indicator that combines the processor's overall rating with its cost.
    When it matters: When you are looking for a processor with a good balance between performance, efficiency, and price.
    Apple M2 Pro 12 Core Cpu 19 Core Gpu has worse value for money than the average processor (4.91 vs 6.367).4.91 vs 6.37
  • 50% less memory capacity
    Apple M2 Pro 12 Core Cpu 19 Core Gpu has fewer maximum memory capacity than the average processor (32 GB vs 64 GB). The average processor supports 64 GB of memory.
    What it is: The largest total amount of memory officially supported by the processor.
    When it matters: When you plan a system with very large RAM capacity.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >=128 GB

    Apple M2 Pro 12 Core Cpu 19 Core Gpu has fewer maximum memory capacity than the average processor (32 GB vs 64 GB). The average processor supports 64 GB of memory.32 GB vs 64 GB
  • 1 fewer threads per core
    Apple M2 Pro 12 Core Cpu 19 Core Gpu has fewer threads per core than the average processor (1 vs 2). The average processor offers 2 threads per core.
    What it is: The number of threads each physical core can handle at once.
    When it matters: When you want to understand how much thread-level parallelism each core can provide in multitasking or heavily threaded work.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: 2

    Apple M2 Pro 12 Core Cpu 19 Core Gpu has fewer threads per core than the average processor (1 vs 2). The average processor offers 2 threads per core.1 vs 2
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What customers like about Apple M2 Pro 12 Core Cpu 19 Core Gpu?

  • Exceptional multi-core performance for professional tasks like 4K video editing and music production
  • Outstanding power efficiency leading to industry-leading battery life (often 15+ hours of light use)
  • Significant 20-30% graphics performance boost over the previous M1 Pro generation
  • Runs remarkably cool and quiet even under sustained professional workloads
  • Improved media engine speeds up transcoding and rendering times
  • Future-proof connectivity with support for Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.3, and HDMI 2.1 (8K output)

What customers dislike about Apple M2 Pro 12 Core Cpu 19 Core Gpu?

  • High entry price point makes it a significant investment for non-professional users
  • Incremental upgrade for owners already using an M1 Pro-based machine
  • Unified memory (RAM) and SSD storage cannot be upgraded after purchase
  • GPU performance is notably lower (roughly 60-70%) compared to the M2 Max variant
  • Base 512GB models have been reported to have slower SSD speeds than previous generations
  • Limited gaming library optimization despite the powerful hardware

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cnet.com
09/02/2023
M2 Pro MacBook Pro 16 Review: Apple Amps Up Its Creative Workhorse

The 2023 16-inch MacBook Pro acts as a modest, performance-focused refresh of the 2021 model, featuring the M2 Pro chip, which delivers a 20-40% boost in CPU/GPU tasks like Photoshop. It maintains a professional design, featuring a 16.2-inch Liquid Retina XDR display, HDMI 2.1, and an SDXC card slot. Key pros highlighted by CNET include exceptional battery life of up to 24 hours,...Read more

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theguardian.com
20/02/2023
MacBook Pro M2 Pro review: Apple's best laptop gets more power and battery life

The 2023 MacBook Pro with M2 Pro chip offers incremental updates, boasting a 14% faster CPU and 22% better graphics performance over its predecessor, cementing its status as a top-tier professional workstation. Key advantages include significantly extended battery life, lasting over 15 hours in testing, alongside a superior 14.2-inch mini-LED display and 30% recycled materials in...Read more

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macworld.com
23/01/2023
16-inch MacBook Pro, M2 Pro review: More speed and more screens

The 16-inch MacBook Pro (2023) with the M2 Pro chip offers significant performance upgrades over its predecessor, boasting roughly 20% faster CPU and 30% faster graphics, while featuring updated HDMI 2.1, Wi-Fi 6E, and Bluetooth 5.3. The device maintains the 2021 design, highlighting a top-tier Liquid Retina XDR display with ProMotion, comfortable input devices, and a superior...Read more

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futurezone.at
23/01/2023
New Apple MacBook Pro Review: A Powerhouse with Extreme Battery Life

The MacBook Pro 14 and 16-inch models with M2 Pro/Max chips focus on performance upgrades within the existing 2021 chassis, offering significant speed and graphics gains. Positioned for creative professionals, they deliver high efficiency, nearly triple the battery life of some Windows rivals, and sustained performance while unplugged. Key strengths include the vibrant Liquid Retina...Read more

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heise.de
23/01/2023
2023 MacBook Pro with M2 Pro and M2 Max Review: A Fast Generational Leap

The 2023 MacBook Pro with M2 Pro/Max chips retains the 2021 chassis design while delivering significant performance gains, including 30% faster 8K video exports and upgraded connectivity like Wi-Fi 6E and HDMI 2.1. Highlights include the high-brightness Liquid Retina XDR display and excellent battery life, though the 14-inch M2 Max model suffers from intrusive fan noise (2.2–2.3...Read more

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tech.everyeye.it
24/03/2023
MacBook Pro 14 Review: A Portable Workstation Powered by M2 Pro

The 14-inch MacBook Pro (2023), powered by the M2 Pro chip, serves as a high-performance, professional workstation featuring a robust design with practical ports like HDMI 2.1 and a high-contrast Liquid Retina XDR display. The device delivers a 10-12% performance boost over the M1 Pro for demanding tasks, alongside significantly improved battery life and Wi-Fi 6E connectivity,...Read more

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saggiamente.com
07/03/2023
Mac mini M2 Pro Review: The Missing Link

The SaggiaMente review frames the M2 Pro Mac mini as a "missing link" that bridges the gap between base consumer models and the high-end Mac Studio, offering exceptional performance and energy efficiency. Key pros include the powerful M2 Pro chip, which handles 4K video editing and 3D rendering quietly while consuming only 55W, along with enhanced connectivity featuring four...Read more

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tweakers.net
23/01/2023
Apple MacBook Pro M2 Max Review - Tweakers [Tests include M2 Pro 12-core comparison]", "MacBook Pro 2023 (M2 Pro/Max) review: small steps forward", "R...

The Apple MacBook Pro 16.2-inch (2023) with M2 Max, as reviewed by Tweakers, is a powerful, efficiently cooled workstation featuring a high-quality Mini-LED Liquid Retina XDR display and up to 22 hours of battery life. The M2 Max chip delivers substantial performance gains, specifically a ~20% faster CPU and ~25-30% faster GPU, making it ideal for intensive, professional creative...Read more

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