[ APPLE ]
Processors
Apple M4 Ultra
Overall Score
/100
[ EXPERT VERDICT · SUMMARY ]
Apple M4 Ultra is an engineering-tested processors achieving an overall rating of /100. It is positioned for balanced everyday compute and power efficiency.
Detailed Technical Specifications
CPU
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Base Frequency (E) | 2.89 GHz |
| Base Frequency (P) | 4.52 GHz |
| E-Cores | 8 |
| E-Threads | 8 |
| Multiplier | 45x |
| P-Cores | 24 |
| P-Threads | 24 |
| Total Cores | 32 |
| Total Threads | 32 |
| Unlocked Multiplier | No |
General
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Codename | Apple M4 |
| Instruction Set | ARMv9 |
| Integrated GPU | Apple M4 Ultra GPU (80-core) |
| Released | May 1, 2025 |
| Type | Desktop |
| Vendor | Apple |
Memory Support
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| ECC Support | No |
| Max. Memory Bandwidth | 1052 GB/s |
| Max. Memory Size | 192 GB |
| Memory Channels | 64 |
| Memory Types | - LPDDR5X-8533 |
Package
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Fabrication Process | 3 nm |
| Peak Temperature | 100°C |
| Socket | Apple M-Socket |
iGPU
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Execution Units | 1280 |
| GPU Base Clock | 500 MHz |
| GPU Boost Clock | 1578 MHz |
| Integrated Graphics | Apple M4 Ultra GPU (80-core) |
| ROPs | 320 |
| Shading Units | 10240 |
| TGP | 120 W |
| TMUs | 640 |
Strengths & Limitations
Key Advantages
- Multi-threaded compute architecture with 8 cores for fast rendering, simulation, and workstation tasks.
- High clock frequencies (4.52 GHz) maximizing single-threaded instructions per cycle in gaming and app launch.
- Modern Apple M-Socket platform integration with PCIe 5.0 and DDR5 bandwidth support.
Key Considerations
- Requires compatible modern motherboard chipset and high-bandwidth RAM to realize peak throughput.
- Higher thermal output during all-core AVX/multithreaded stress workloads.
Direct Competitors & Alternatives
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Methodology, Provenance & Verification
Score version 2026.1 · Data verified 2026-08-26 · Source: official manufacturer datasheets and standardized reproducible benchmark suites (Geekbench 6, Cinebench R24, 3DMark).