Apple A12Z Bionic | Apple M2 Max (30-GPU) | |
CPU comparisonIn this CPU comparison, we compare the Apple A12Z Bionic and the Apple M2 Max (30-GPU) and use benchmarks to check which processor is faster.
We compare the Apple A12Z Bionic 8 core processor released in Q1/2020 with the Apple M2 Max (30-GPU) which has 12 CPU cores and was introduced in Q1/2023. |
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Apple A series (22) | Family | Apple M series (25) |
Apple A12/A12X/A12Z (3) | CPU group | Apple M2 (8) |
12 | Generation | 2 |
A12 | Architecture | M2 |
Mobile | Segment | Mobile |
Apple A10X Fusion | Predecessor | Apple M1 Max (24-GPU) |
-- | Successor | Apple M3 Max (14-CPU 30-GPU) |
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CPU Cores and Base FrequencyThe Apple A12Z Bionic is a 8 core processor with a clock frequency of 2.49 GHz. The processor can compute 8 threads at the same time. The Apple M2 Max (30-GPU) clocks with 0.66 GHz (3.50 GHz), has 12 CPU cores and can calculate 12 threads in parallel. |
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Apple A12Z Bionic | Characteristic | Apple M2 Max (30-GPU) |
8 | Cores | 12 |
8 | Threads | 12 |
hybrid (big.LITTLE) | Core architecture | hybrid (big.LITTLE) |
No | Hyperthreading | No |
No | Overclocking ? | No |
2.49 GHz 4x Vortex |
A-Core | 0.66 GHz (3.50 GHz) 8x Avalanche |
1.59 GHz 4x Tempest |
B-Core | 0.60 GHz (2.42 GHz) 4x Blizzard |
Artificial Intelligence and Machine LearningProcessors with the support of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) can process many calculations, especially audio, image and video processing, much faster than classic processors. Algorithms for ML improve their performance the more data they have collected via software. ML tasks can be processed up to 10,000 times faster than with a classic processor. |
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Apple A12Z Bionic | Characteristic | Apple M2 Max (30-GPU) |
Apple Neural Engine | AI hardware | Apple Neural Engine |
8 Neural cores @ 5 TOPS | AI specifications | 16 Neural cores @ 15.8 TOPS |
Internal GraphicsGraphics (iGPU) integrated into the processor not only enable image output without having to rely on a dedicated graphics solution, but can also efficiently accelerate video playback. |
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Apple A12Z | GPU | Apple M2 Max (30 Core) |
1.13 GHz | GPU frequency | 0.45 GHz |
-- | GPU (Turbo) | 1.40 GHz |
9 | GPU Generation | 2 |
7 nm | Technology | 5 nm |
1 | Max. displays | 5 |
32 | Compute units | 480 |
512 | Shader | 3840 |
No | Hardware Raytracing | No |
No | Frame Generation | No |
6 GB | Max. GPU Memory | 96 GB |
-- | DirectX Version | -- |
Hardware codec supportA photo or video codec that is accelerated in hardware can greatly accelerate the working speed of a processor and extend the battery life of notebooks or smartphones when playing videos. |
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Apple A12Z | GPU | Apple M2 Max (30 Core) |
Decode / Encode | Codec h265 / HEVC (8 bit) | Decode / Encode |
Decode / Encode | Codec h265 / HEVC (10 bit) | Decode / Encode |
Decode / Encode | Codec h264 | Decode / Encode |
Decode / Encode | Codec VP9 | Decode / Encode |
Decode / Encode | Codec VP8 | Decode |
No | Codec AV1 | No |
Decode | Codec AVC | Decode |
Decode | Codec VC-1 | Decode |
Decode / Encode | Codec JPEG | Decode / Encode |
Memory & PCIeUp to 6 GB of memory in a maximum of 2 memory channels is supported by the Apple A12Z Bionic, while the Apple M2 Max (30-GPU) supports a maximum of 96 GB of memory with a maximum memory bandwidth of 409.6 GB/s enabled. |
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Apple A12Z Bionic | Characteristic | Apple M2 Max (30-GPU) |
LPDDR4X-4266 | Memory | LPDDR5-6400 |
6 GB | Max. Memory | 96 GB |
2 (Dual Channel) | Memory channels | 4 (Quad Channel) |
68.2 GB/s | Max. Bandwidth | 409.6 GB/s |
No | ECC | No |
8.00 MB | L2 Cache | 36.00 MB |
-- | L3 Cache | -- |
-- | PCIe version | 4.0 |
-- | PCIe lanes | 32 |
-- | PCIe Bandwidth | 63.0 GB/s |
Thermal ManagementThe Apple A12Z Bionic has a TDP of 15 W. The TDP of the Apple M2 Max (30-GPU) is 45 W. System integrators use the TDP of the processor as a guide when dimensioning the cooling solution. |
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Apple A12Z Bionic | Characteristic | Apple M2 Max (30-GPU) |
15 W | TDP (PL1 / PBP) | 45 W |
-- | TDP (PL2) | -- |
-- | TDP up | -- |
-- | TDP down | -- |
-- | Tjunction max. | 100 °C |
Technical detailsThe Apple A12Z Bionic has 8.00 MB cache and is manufactured in 7 nm. The cache of Apple M2 Max (30-GPU) is at 36.00 MB. The processor is manufactured in 5 nm. |
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Apple A12Z Bionic | Characteristic | Apple M2 Max (30-GPU) |
7 nm | Technology | 5 nm |
Chiplet | Chip design | Chiplet |
Armv8-A (64 bit) | Instruction set (ISA) | Armv8.5-A (64 bit) |
-- | ISA extensions | Rosetta 2 x86-Emulation |
-- | Socket | -- |
None | Virtualization | Apple Virtualization Framework |
No | AES-NI | Yes |
iOS | Operating systems | macOS, iPadOS |
Q1/2020 | Release date | Q1/2023 |
-- | Release price | -- |
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Apple A12Z Bionic
8C 8T @ 2.49 GHz |
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Apple M2 Max (30-GPU)
12C 12T @ 3.50 GHz |
Apple A12Z Bionic
8C 8T @ 2.49 GHz |
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Apple M2 Max (30-GPU)
12C 12T @ 3.50 GHz |
Apple A12Z Bionic
8C 8T @ 2.49 GHz |
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Apple M2 Max (30-GPU)
12C 12T @ 3.50 GHz |
Apple A12Z Bionic
8C 8T @ 2.49 GHz |
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Apple M2 Max (30-GPU)
12C 12T @ 3.50 GHz |
Apple A12Z Bionic
8C 8T @ 2.49 GHz |
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Apple M2 Max (30-GPU)
12C 12T @ 3.50 GHz |
Apple A12Z Bionic
8C 8T @ 2.49 GHz |
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Apple M2 Max (30-GPU)
12C 12T @ 3.50 GHz |
Apple A12Z Bionic
Apple A12Z @ 1.13 GHz |
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Apple M2 Max (30-GPU)
Apple M2 Max (30 Core) @ 1.40 GHz |
Apple A12Z Bionic
8C 8T @ 2.49 GHz |
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Apple M2 Max (30-GPU)
12C 12T @ 0.66 GHz |
Apple A12Z Bionic
8C 8T @ 2.49 GHz |
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Apple M2 Max (30-GPU)
12C 12T @ 3.50 GHz |
Apple A12Z Bionic
8C 8T @ 2.49 GHz |
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Apple M2 Max (30-GPU)
12C 12T @ 3.50 GHz |
Apple A12Z Bionic
8C 8T @ 2.49 GHz |
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Apple M2 Max (30-GPU)
12C 12T @ 0.66 GHz |
Apple A12Z Bionic
8C 8T @ 2.49 GHz |
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Apple M2 Max (30-GPU)
12C 12T @ 0.66 GHz |
Apple A12Z Bionic
8C 8T @ 2.49 GHz |
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Apple M2 Max (30-GPU)
12C 12T @ 3.50 GHz |
Apple A12Z Bionic
2.49 GHz |
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Apple M2 Max (30-GPU)
14,855 CB R23 MC @ 40 W |
Devices using this processor |
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Apple A12Z Bionic | Apple M2 Max (30-GPU) |
Apple iPad Pro 2020 | Apple MacBook Pro 14 (2023) Apple MacBook Pro 16 (2023) |