Apple A19 Pro vs Apple M5 Max (18-CPU 32-GPU)

The Apple A19 Pro is manufactured using a 3-nanometer process and is primarily intended for mobile devices.

With a memory bandwidth of 68 GB/s and a Level 2 cache of 6 MB, this chip is designed for high energy efficiency. The integrated Apple A19 Pro (6 GPU Cores) graphics handles visual processing. In common benchmarks, the processor achieves solid single-core performance, while multi-core performance has been optimized for compact systems.

The thermal design power remains low due to its design, allowing for fanless operation. In gaming scenarios, the chip provides a good basis for mobile titles but reaches its capacity limits with complex desktop applications. Since the processor is permanently installed, the price-performance ratio is defined by the respective end device.

The Apple M5 Max (18-CPU 32-GPU) is a specialized processor for desktop systems, also based on 3-nanometer technology.

It has 18 cores and a memory bandwidth of 614 GB/s. Thanks to this high bandwidth, the model offers very good AI performance for demanding calculations. The Level 2 cache, at 22 MB, is significantly larger than in the mobile model. While single-core performance is at a similar level compared to the Apple A19 Pro, multi-core performance is significantly higher.

The Apple M5 Max (32 Core) graphics enables smooth gaming and professional video editing. Due to the higher power consumption, active cooling is required in the end devices. This processor is recommended for users who need high computing power for creative workflows.