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  • Avg. price in UK: ~£3,390
  • Avg. price in US: ~$3,200
  • PassMark benchmark result: 38486
  • N. of physical cores: 14
  • CPU boost clock speed: 4.51 GHz

Apple M4 Max 14 Core Cpu 32 Core Gpu review. Compare 78 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among processors and if it is worth buying.

7.5

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%

7.5

Technical Score

10.0%

?

User score

Very good
7.5

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%

7.7

Performance

18.0%

8.6

Cache & Architecture

10.0%

6.7

Memory & PCIe

7.0%

4.9

Power & Thermal

4.0%

6.4

Platform

1.0%

9.0

Integrated Graphics

Very 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

  • 8.5
    Gaming

    Score components:

    30.0%

    9.1

    PassMark single-core benchmark score

    25.0%

    10

    Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score

    20.0%

    6.1

    CPU boost clock speed

    17.0%

    9.0

    L3 cache

    8.0%

    5.9

    N. of physical cores

  • 8.0
    Video editing

    Score components:

    45.0%

    10

    Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score

    20.0%

    5.9

    N. of physical cores

    20.0%

    4.6

    CPU threads

    15.0%

    9.0

    L3 cache

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Best prices in UK

    N/A~ £3,390

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Verdict

The Apple M4 Max (14-core CPU, 32-core GPU) is a high-performance processor featuring 10 performance cores and 4 efficiency cores, a 16-core Neural Engine, and a massive 410GB/s memory bandwidth. It supports up to 128GB of unified memory and provides advanced capabilities like hardware-accelerated ray tracing, a dual-engine Media Engine for ProRes, and Thunderbolt 5 support with transfer speeds up to 120Gb/s. Main pros include its exceptional multi-threaded performance for heavy 3D rendering and video editing, industry-leading power efficiency that enables up to 22-24 hours of battery life, and the ability to drive up to four external displays simultaneously. Key cons are its premium price point, which may be overkill for most users, non-upgradeable RAM and storage, and a tendency for the 14-inch model's fans to become audible during sustained, high-intensity workloads compared to its 16-inch counterpart.

Technical Specifications of processor Apple M4 Max 14 Core Cpu 32 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%

?

Integrated Graphics

7.5
Apple M4 Max 14 Core Cpu 32 Core Gpu has a technical score of 7.54 points, which is higher than that of 92.4% 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 M4 Max 14 Core Cpu 32 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%

7.5

Overall score

40.0%

1.0

Price

5.6
Apple M4 Max 14 Core Cpu 32 Core Gpu has a quality-to-price ratio of 5.6 points, which is lower than 82.6% 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

mobile
Apple M4 Max 14 Core Cpu 32 Core Gpu belongs to the mobile processor class, which is more advanced than that of 7.3% of processors and equal to that of 48.6% 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 M4 Max 14 Core Cpu 32 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+

14
Apple M4 Max 14 Core Cpu 32 Core Gpu has 14 CPU cores, which is more than 87.1% of processors and equal to 4.3% 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+

14
Apple M4 Max 14 Core Cpu 32 Core Gpu offers 14 CPU threads, which is more than 69.2% of processors and equal to 1.8% 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 M4 Max 14 Core Cpu 32 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

4.51 GHz
Apple M4 Max 14 Core Cpu 32 Core Gpu reaches a boost clock of 4.51 GHz which is higher than that of 61.9% of processors and equal to that of 0.3% 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

10 x 4.51 GHz & 4 x 2.59 GHz
Apple M4 Max 14 Core Cpu 32 Core Gpu has a base clock of 10x4.51 GHz & 4x2.59 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

3 nm
Apple M4 Max 14 Core Cpu 32 Core Gpu uses a 3 nm process node, which is more advanced than that of 96% of processors and equal to that of 4% 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 3 nm
Apple M4 Max 14 Core Cpu 32 Core Gpu is built on the TSMC 3 nm foundry process, which is more advanced than that of 96.2% of processors and equal to that of 3.8% 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

3,968 KB
Apple M4 Max 14 Core Cpu 32 Core Gpu has an L1 cache of 3968 KB which is larger than that of 98.9% 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

LPDDR5X
Apple M4 Max 14 Core Cpu 32 Core Gpu supports DDR LPDDR5X, which is newer than that of 89.9% of processors and equal to that of 1.5% 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

8,533 MHz
Apple M4 Max 14 Core Cpu 32 Core Gpu supports memory speeds up to 8533 MHz, which is higher than that of 99.1% of processors and equal to 0.9% 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

LPDDR5X-8533 MHz
Apple M4 Max 14 Core Cpu 32 Core Gpu supports JEDEC memory speeds up to LPDDR5X-8533 MHz, which is higher than that of 99.2% of processors and equal to 0.8% 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

36 GB
Apple M4 Max 14 Core Cpu 32 Core Gpu supports up to 36 GB of memory, which is less than 71.7% of processors and equal to 0.2% 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 M4 Max 14 Core Cpu 32 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 32-core GPU
Apple M4 Max 14 Core Cpu 32 Core Gpu uses the Apple 32-core GPU integrated GPU, which is more advanced than that in 99.6% 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

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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

ProRes RAW (HW decode/encode)
Apple M4 Max 14 Core Cpu 32 Core Gpu supports ProRes RAW (HW decode/encode) media codecs, which is narrower support than 60.4% of processors and equal to 0.1% 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

80 W
Apple M4 Max 14 Core Cpu 32 Core Gpu has a TDP of 80 W which is higher than that of 87.1% of processors and equal to that of 0.1% 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

80 W
Apple M4 Max 14 Core Cpu 32 Core Gpu has a base power of 80 W which is higher than that of 87.4% of processors.
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

80 W
Apple M4 Max 14 Core Cpu 32 Core Gpu has a boost power of 80 W which is higher than that of 55.4% of processors and equal to that of 0.3% of processors.
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 M4 Max 14 Core Cpu 32 Core Gpu does not support configurable TDP. 52.9% of processors support configurable TDP.
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Apple M4 Max 14 Core Cpu 32 Core Gpu vs the average processor

  • 4.82x higher multi-core score
    Apple M4 Max 14 Core Cpu 32 Core Gpu has a higher Geekbench 6 multi-core score than the average processor (23,088 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 M4 Max 14 Core Cpu 32 Core Gpu has a higher Geekbench 6 multi-core score than the average processor (23,088 vs 4,793). The average processor scores 4,793 in Geekbench 6 multi-core.23,088 vs 4,793
  • 2.63x higher single-core score
    Apple M4 Max 14 Core Cpu 32 Core Gpu has a higher Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (3,868 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 M4 Max 14 Core Cpu 32 Core Gpu has a higher Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (3,868 vs 1,471). The average processor scores 1,471 in Geekbench 6 single-core.3,868 vs 1,471
  • 86.7% better single-core performance
    Apple M4 Max 14 Core Cpu 32 Core Gpu has a higher PassMark single-core score than the average processor (4,636 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 M4 Max 14 Core Cpu 32 Core Gpu has a higher PassMark single-core score than the average processor (4,636 vs 2,483). The average processor scores 2,483 in PassMark single-core.4,636 vs 2,483
  • 3.65x higher PassMark score
    Apple M4 Max 14 Core Cpu 32 Core Gpu has a higher PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (38,486 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 M4 Max 14 Core Cpu 32 Core Gpu has a higher PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (38,486 vs 10,532.5). The average processor scores 10,532.5 in PassMark benchmark.38,486 vs 10,532.5
  • 8 more CPU cores
    Apple M4 Max 14 Core Cpu 32 Core Gpu has more CPU cores than the average processor (14 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 M4 Max 14 Core Cpu 32 Core Gpu has more CPU cores than the average processor (14 vs 6). The average processor has 6 CPU cores.14 vs 6
  • 2.91x higher memory speed
    Apple M4 Max 14 Core Cpu 32 Core Gpu has a higher maximum memory speed than the average processor (8,533 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 M4 Max 14 Core Cpu 32 Core Gpu has a higher maximum memory speed than the average processor (8,533 MHz vs 2,933 MHz). The average processor supports memory speed of 2,933 MHz.8533 MHz vs 2933 MHz
  • 8.95x higher memory bandwidth
    Apple M4 Max 14 Core Cpu 32 Core Gpu has a higher memory bandwidth than the average processor (410 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 M4 Max 14 Core Cpu 32 Core Gpu has a higher memory bandwidth than the average processor (410 GB/s vs 45.8 GB/s). The average processor offers memory bandwidth of 45.8 GB/s.410 GB/s vs 45.8 GB/s
  • 75% smaller process node
    Apple M4 Max 14 Core Cpu 32 Core Gpu has a lower process node than the average processor (3 nm vs 12 nm). The average processor uses a process node of 12 nm.
    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

    Apple M4 Max 14 Core Cpu 32 Core Gpu has a lower process node than the average processor (3 nm vs 12 nm). The average processor uses a process node of 12 nm.3 nm vs 12 nm
  • 4 year/s newer release date
    Apple M4 Max 14 Core Cpu 32 Core Gpu has a newer release date than the average processor (2,024 vs 2,020).
  • Includes crypto acceleration
    Apple M4 Max 14 Core Cpu 32 Core Gpu includes crypto acceleration, the average processor does not.
  • Supports HMP
    Apple M4 Max 14 Core Cpu 32 Core Gpu supports HMP, the average processor does not.
  • 4.82x higher multi-core score
    Apple M4 Max 14 Core Cpu 32 Core Gpu has a higher Geekbench 6 multi-core score than the average processor (23,088 vs 4,793). The average processor scores 4,793 in Geekbench 6 multi-core.
  • 2.63x higher single-core score
    Apple M4 Max 14 Core Cpu 32 Core Gpu has a higher Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (3,868 vs 1,471). The average processor scores 1,471 in Geekbench 6 single-core.
  • 86.7% better single-core performance
    Apple M4 Max 14 Core Cpu 32 Core Gpu has a higher PassMark single-core score than the average processor (4,636 vs 2,483). The average processor scores 2,483 in PassMark single-core.
  • 3.65x higher PassMark score
    Apple M4 Max 14 Core Cpu 32 Core Gpu has a higher PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (38,486 vs 10,532.5). The average processor scores 10,532.5 in PassMark benchmark.
  • 8 more CPU cores
    Apple M4 Max 14 Core Cpu 32 Core Gpu has more CPU cores than the average processor (14 vs 6). The average processor has 6 CPU cores.
  • 6 more CPU threads
    Apple M4 Max 14 Core Cpu 32 Core Gpu has more CPU threads than the average processor (14 vs 8). The average processor has 8 CPU threads.
  • 4.9% higher boost clock
    Apple M4 Max 14 Core Cpu 32 Core Gpu has a higher boost clock speed than the average processor (4.5 GHz vs 4.3 GHz). The average processor reaches boost clock speed of 4.3 GHz.
  • 6 wider front-end design
    Apple M4 Max 14 Core Cpu 32 Core Gpu has a higher front-end width than the average processor (10 vs 4). The average processor uses front-end width of 4.
  • 75% smaller process node
    Apple M4 Max 14 Core Cpu 32 Core Gpu has a lower process node than the average processor (3 nm vs 12 nm). The average processor uses a process node of 12 nm.
  • 10.33x larger L1 cache
    Apple M4 Max 14 Core Cpu 32 Core Gpu has a higher L1 cache than the average processor (3,968 KB vs 384 KB). The average processor has L1 cache of 384 KB.
  • Uses big.LITTLE design
    Apple M4 Max 14 Core Cpu 32 Core Gpu uses a big.LITTLE design, the average processor does not.
  • More advanced foundry
    Apple M4 Max 14 Core Cpu 32 Core Gpu uses a more advanced foundry process than the average processor (TSMC 3 nm vs Intel 14 nm).
  • 2.91x higher memory speed
    Apple M4 Max 14 Core Cpu 32 Core Gpu has a higher maximum memory speed than the average processor (8,533 MHz vs 2,933 MHz). The average processor supports memory speed of 2,933 MHz.
  • 8.95x higher memory bandwidth
    Apple M4 Max 14 Core Cpu 32 Core Gpu has a higher memory bandwidth than the average processor (410 GB/s vs 45.8 GB/s). The average processor offers memory bandwidth of 45.8 GB/s.
  • Newer DDR support
    Apple M4 Max 14 Core Cpu 32 Core Gpu supports a newer DDR generation than the average processor (LPDDR5X vs DDR4).
  • 1 more supported displays
    Apple M4 Max 14 Core Cpu 32 Core Gpu has more supported displays than the average processor (4 vs 3). The average processor supports 3 displays.

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Platform
Performance
Cache & Architecture
Memory & PCIe
Integrated Graphics
  • Narrower instruction support
    Apple M4 Max 14 Core Cpu 32 Core Gpu supports a narrower instruction set than the average processor (NEON, CRC32, AES, SHA2, SHA3, DotProd, FP16, I8MM, AMX, SME vs MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, F16C, FMA3, AES, SHA).
  • No multithreading support
    Apple M4 Max 14 Core Cpu 32 Core Gpu does not support multithreading, the average processor does.
  • 50% lower bus speed
    Apple M4 Max 14 Core Cpu 32 Core Gpu has a lower bus speed than the average processor (4 GT/s vs 8 GT/s). The average processor runs at bus speed of 8 GT/s.
  • 1 fewer threads per core
    Apple M4 Max 14 Core Cpu 32 Core Gpu has fewer threads per core than the average processor (1 vs 2). The average processor offers 2 threads per core.
  • 43.8% less memory capacity
    Apple M4 Max 14 Core Cpu 32 Core Gpu has fewer maximum memory capacity than the average processor (36 GB vs 64 GB). The average processor supports 64 GB of memory.
  • Narrower media codec support
    Apple M4 Max 14 Core Cpu 32 Core Gpu supports fewer media codecs than the average processor (ProRes RAW (HW decode/encode) vs H.264 (HW decode/encode), H.265 (HW decode/encode), VP9 (HW decode/encode), AV1 (HW decode)).
  • 77.8% higher base power
    Apple M4 Max 14 Core Cpu 32 Core Gpu has a higher base power draw than the average processor (80 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a base power draw of 45 W.
  • No configurable TDP
    Apple M4 Max 14 Core Cpu 32 Core Gpu does not support configurable TDP, the average processor does.
  • 77.8% higher TDP
    Apple M4 Max 14 Core Cpu 32 Core Gpu has a higher TDP than the average processor (80 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a TDP of 45 W.
  • 25% higher boost power
    Apple M4 Max 14 Core Cpu 32 Core Gpu has a higher boost power draw than the average processor (80 W vs 64 W). The average processor has a boost power draw of 64 W.
  • No multithreading support
    Apple M4 Max 14 Core Cpu 32 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 M4 Max 14 Core Cpu 32 Core Gpu does not support multithreading, the average processor does.
  • 77.8% higher base power
    Apple M4 Max 14 Core Cpu 32 Core Gpu has a higher base power draw than the average processor (80 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a base power draw of 45 W.
    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

    Apple M4 Max 14 Core Cpu 32 Core Gpu has a higher base power draw than the average processor (80 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a base power draw of 45 W.80 W vs 45 W
  • No configurable TDP
    Apple M4 Max 14 Core Cpu 32 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 M4 Max 14 Core Cpu 32 Core Gpu does not support configurable TDP, the average processor does.
  • 13.56x more expensive
    Apple M4 Max 14 Core Cpu 32 Core Gpu is more expensive than the average processor (£3,390 vs £250).
    Apple M4 Max 14 Core Cpu 32 Core Gpu is more expensive than the average processor (£3,390 vs £250).£3,390 vs £250
  • 77.8% higher TDP
    Apple M4 Max 14 Core Cpu 32 Core Gpu has a higher TDP than the average processor (80 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a TDP of 45 W.
    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

    Apple M4 Max 14 Core Cpu 32 Core Gpu has a higher TDP than the average processor (80 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a TDP of 45 W.80 W vs 45 W
  • Narrower media codec support
    Apple M4 Max 14 Core Cpu 32 Core Gpu supports fewer media codecs than the average processor (ProRes RAW (HW decode/encode) vs H.264 (HW decode/encode), H.265 (HW decode/encode), VP9 (HW decode/encode), AV1 (HW decode)).
    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

    Apple M4 Max 14 Core Cpu 32 Core Gpu supports fewer media codecs than the average processor (ProRes RAW (HW decode/encode) vs H.264 (HW decode/encode), H.265 (HW decode/encode), VP9 (HW decode/encode), AV1 (HW decode)).ProRes RAW (HW decode/encode) vs H.264 (HW decode/encode), H.265 (HW decode/encode), VP9 (HW decode/encode), AV1 (HW decode)
  • 50% lower bus speed
    Apple M4 Max 14 Core Cpu 32 Core Gpu has a lower bus speed than the average processor (4 GT/s vs 8 GT/s). The average processor runs at bus speed of 8 GT/s.
    What it is: The base platform clock used by older processor designs to derive other operating speeds.
    When it matters: When you are comparing older CPU platforms where bus design still affects how clocks and compatibility are set up.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: >=8 GT/s

    Apple M4 Max 14 Core Cpu 32 Core Gpu has a lower bus speed than the average processor (4 GT/s vs 8 GT/s). The average processor runs at bus speed of 8 GT/s.4 GT/s vs 8 GT/s
  • 1 fewer threads per core
    Apple M4 Max 14 Core Cpu 32 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 M4 Max 14 Core Cpu 32 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 M4 Max 14 Core Cpu 32 Core Gpu?

  • Exceptional performance for intensive creative workflows like 3D rendering, VFX, and high-resolution video editing
  • Significant leap in multi-core and single-core speeds compared to M1/M2 Max generations
  • Excellent power efficiency, maintaining long battery life even with high-performance tasks
  • Support for Thunderbolt 5, providing higher data transfer rates and better future-proofing
  • High memory bandwidth (up to 410 GB/s) which aids in handling massive data sets and AI workloads
  • Stays remarkably quiet and cool during standard productivity tasks

What customers dislike about Apple M4 Max 14 Core Cpu 32 Core Gpu?

  • Extremely high price point, often seen as 'overkill' for anyone but elite professional creators
  • Diminishing returns for gaming, as many titles lack native optimization and perform better on dedicated Windows GPUs
  • Thermal management in the 14-inch chassis can lead to more frequent fan noise compared to the 16-inch model
  • Prohibitively expensive internal storage and RAM upgrade costs
  • Lack of user-upgradable components post-purchase

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browser.geekbench.com
30/03/2026
Mac Benchmarks - Geekbench Browser

The Geekbench Mac Benchmark chart offers a crowdsourced, averaged database for measuring Apple computer performance using Geekbench 6, with results calibrated against a 2500 baseline. Key strengths include specific Single-Core and Multi-Core metrics, alongside GPU-focused Metal and OpenCL tests, allowing for direct comparison between older Intel Macs and modern Apple Silicon....Read more

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engadget.com
13/03/2025
Apple Mac Studio M4 Max review: A creative powerhouse

The Apple Mac Studio M4 Max, priced from $1,999, is identified by Engadget as a highly capable, "sweet spot" creative workstation for video editing and AI tasks, outperforming previous M3 Pro and M4 Pro models. Key strengths include exceptional speed for professional tasks, efficient whisper-quiet operation, a robust array of ports (including Thunderbolt 5), and strong gaming...Read more

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notebookinfo.de
30. Oktober 2024
Compare Notebooks with Apple M4 Max 14-Core CPU - Benchmarks & Specs

The Apple M4 Max (14-core) is a high-tier 2024 chip built on 3nm technology featuring 10 performance and 4 efficiency cores, delivering high clock speeds and a 32-core GPU with advanced ray tracing. It boasts exceptional performance for creative workflows, including 8K video editing and AI simulation, supported by high 410 GB/s memory bandwidth. Key pros include multi-threaded...Read more

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heise.de
14/11/2024
MacBook Pro with M4 Max Review: Top Performance Even on the Go

The MacBook Pro with M4 Max delivers industry-leading performance for professional tasks, featuring significant gains in multi-core and GPU capabilities, along with support for Thunderbolt 5 and an improved 12MP webcam. Highlights include a new nano-texture display option for glare reduction and exceptional battery life lasting up to 24 hours. While the machine offers immense power,...Read more

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lesnumeriques.com
07/11/2024
Apple MacBook Pro 14 (M4) Review: Another Masterclass (Includes Comparative Benchmarks with the M4 Max 14/32-core)

The Apple MacBook Pro 14 M4 is lauded by Les Numériques as a masterclass in laptop engineering, offering exceptional build quality, a stellar display, and remarkable performance from the M4 chip. Key strengths include the optional anti-glare nano-texture coating, industry-leading battery life, and a long-overdue base configuration of 16GB RAM. However, the device lacks modern Wi-Fi...Read more

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dday.it
13/11/2024
MacBook Pro M4 Max Review: The world's most powerful mobile workstation

The MacBook Pro M4 Max (128 GB RAM) is described as an "absolute monster" that delivers desktop-class performance in a laptop form factor, optimized for heavy 8K video, 3D, and AI workloads. Key strengths include a 20% single-core performance boost, 40-core GPU capabilities, Thunderbolt 5, and an optional, effective nano-texture display. However, the machine’s high cost and elevated...Read more

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