Apple M1 vs Apple A17 Pro

The Apple M1 (architecture codename: M1), manufactured in 5 nm, is aimed at users of desktop and laptop systems for versatile tasks.

It integrates 8 cores (4 performance, 4 efficiency cores), an Apple M1 (8 Core) graphics unit, 16 MB L2 cache, and 68 GB/s memory bandwidth with PCIe 4.0. In Geekbench 6, it shows strong multicore performance; in Cinebench R23, its single-core performance surpasses the A17 Pro. The TDP is typically 15-20W.

It offers good value for money in Mac and iPad models. The Apple A17 Pro (architecture codename: Ibiza), manufactured using the more advanced 3 nm process, is designed for demanding mobile users and gamers in smartphones.

It features 6 cores (2 performance, 4 efficiency cores), an Apple A17 Pro (6 GPU Cores) graphics unit with hardware ray tracing, 20 MB L2 cache, 24 MB L3 cache, and 51 GB/s memory bandwidth. Its single-core performance in Geekbench 6 is higher than the M1, while its multicore performance (Geekbench 6) is lower.

With a TDP under 10W, it is extremely energy-efficient. Built into premium iPhones. The Apple M1 is well-suited for desktop games. The Apple A17 Pro achieves peak performance in demanding mobile titles thanks to mobile optimization and ray tracing. The Apple M1 is ideal for balanced performance in stationary or portable computers.

The Apple A17 Pro is the choice for the highest mobile performance and advanced gaming features in a smartphone.