Apple M1 Ultra (64-GPU) vs Apple M2
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CPU comparison with benchmarks
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| Apple M1 Ultra (64-GPU) | Apple M2 | |
CPU comparisonApple M1 Ultra (64-GPU) or Apple M2 ? In this comparison, we check which of these two CPUs is better. We compare the technical data and benchmark results.
The Apple M1 Ultra (64-GPU) has 20 cores with 20 threads and clocks with a maximum frequency of 3.20 GHz. Up to 128 GB of memory is supported in 8 (Octa Channel) memory channels. The Apple M1 Ultra (64-GPU) was released in Q1/2022. The Apple M2 has 8 cores with 8 threads and clocks with a maximum frequency of 3.50 GHz. The CPU supports up to 24 GB of memory in 2 (Dual Channel) memory channels. The Apple M2 was released in Q2/2022. |
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| Apple M series | Family | Apple M series |
| Apple M1 | CPU group | Apple M2 |
| 1 | Generation | 2 |
| M1 | Architecture | M2 |
| Mobile | Segment | Mobile |
| -- | Predecessor | Apple M1 |
| -- | Successor | -- |
CPU Cores and Base FrequencyIn addition to the number of CPU cores and threads, you can see here whether the Apple M1 Ultra (64-GPU) or Apple M2 can be overclocked. You will also find the clock frequencies of the processor (single-core and multi-core) here. The number of CPU cores greatly affects the speed of the processor. |
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| 20 | Cores | 8 |
| 20 | Threads | 8 |
| hybrid (big.LITTLE) | Core architecture | hybrid (big.LITTLE) |
| No | Hyperthreading | No |
| No | Overclocking ? | No |
| 3.20 GHz 16x Firestorm |
A-Core | 3.50 GHz 4x Avalanche |
| 2.06 GHz 4x Icestorm |
B-Core | 2.80 GHz 4x Blizzard |
| -- | C-Core | -- |
Internal GraphicsThe Apple M1 Ultra (64-GPU) or Apple M2 has integrated graphics, called iGPU for short. The iGPU uses the system's main memory as graphics memory and sits on the processor's die. A processor with integrated graphics is also called APU (Accelerated Processing Unit). |
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| Apple M1 Ultra (64 Core) | GPU | Apple M2 (10 Core) |
| 1.30 GHz | GPU frequency | 1.40 GHz |
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| 1 | GPU Generation | 2 |
| 5 nm | Technology | 5 nm |
| 3 | Max. displays | 2 |
| 1024 | Execution units | 160 |
| 8192 | Shader | 1280 |
| 64 GB | Max. GPU Memory | 24 GB |
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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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| 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 | Codec VP8 | Decode |
| No | Codec AV1 | No |
| Decode | Codec AVC | Decode |
| Decode | Codec VC-1 | Decode |
| Decode / Encode | Codec JPEG | Decode / Encode |
Memory & PCIeThe memory type as well as the amount of memory can greatly affect the speed of the processor. The memory bandwidth depends on several factors and is given in gigabytes per second. |
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| LPDDR5-6400 | Memory | LPDDR5-6400 |
| 128 GB | Max. Memory | 24 GB |
| 8 (Octa Channel) | Memory channels | 2 (Dual Channel) |
| 819.2 GB/s | Bandwidth | 102.4 GB/s |
| No | ECC | No |
| 52.00 MB | L2 Cache | 20.00 MB |
| L3 Cache | ||
| 4.0 | PCIe version | 4.0 |
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Thermal ManagementThe Thermal Design Power (TDP for short) specifies the necessary cooling solution to cool the processor sufficiently. The TDP usually only gives a rough idea of the real consumption of a CPU. |
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| 60 W | TDP (PL1) | 22 W |
| -- | TDP (PL2) | -- |
| 120 W | TDP up | -- |
| -- | TDP down | 10 W |
| -- | Tjunction max. | 100 °C |
Technical detailsHere you will find information on the size of the level 2 and level 3 cache of the Apple M1 Ultra (64-GPU) or Apple M2 as well as a list of the processors ISA extensions. We have documented the architecture and the manufacturing technology for you as well as the release date. |
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| 5 nm | Technology | 5 nm |
| Chiplet | Chip design | Chiplet |
| ARMv8-A64 (64 bit) | Instruction set (ISA) | ARMv8-A64 (64 bit) |
| Rosetta 2 x86-Emulation | ISA extensions | Rosetta 2 x86-Emulation |
| N/A | Socket | N/A |
| Apple Virtualization Framework | Virtualization | Apple Virtualization Framework |
| Yes | AES-NI | Yes |
| macOS | Operating systems | macOS, iPadOS |
| Q1/2022 | Release date | Q2/2022 |
| -- | Release price | -- |
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Cinebench R23 (Single-Core)
Cinebench R23 is the successor of Cinebench R20 and is also based on the Cinema 4 Suite. Cinema 4 is a worldwide used software to create 3D forms. The single-core test only uses one CPU core, the amount of cores or hyperthreading ability doesn't count.
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Apple M1 Ultra (64-GPU)
20C 20T @ 3.20 GHz |
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Apple M2
8C 8T @ 3.50 GHz |
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Cinebench R23 (Multi-Core)
Cinebench R23 is the successor of Cinebench R20 and is also based on the Cinema 4 Suite. Cinema 4 is a worldwide used software to create 3D forms. The multi-core test involves all CPU cores and taks a big advantage of hyperthreading.|
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Apple M1 Ultra (64-GPU)
20C 20T @ 3.20 GHz |
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Apple M2
8C 8T @ 3.50 GHz |
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Geekbench 5, 64bit (Single-Core)
Geekbench 5 is a cross plattform benchmark that heavily uses the systems memory. A fast memory will push the result a lot. The single-core test only uses one CPU core, the amount of cores or hyperthreading ability doesn't count.|
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Apple M1 Ultra (64-GPU)
20C 20T @ 3.20 GHz |
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Apple M2
8C 8T @ 3.50 GHz |
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Geekbench 5, 64bit (Multi-Core)
Geekbench 5 is a cross plattform benchmark that heavily uses the systems memory. A fast memory will push the result a lot. The multi-core test involves all CPU cores and taks a big advantage of hyperthreading.|
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Apple M1 Ultra (64-GPU)
20C 20T @ 3.20 GHz |
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Apple M2
8C 8T @ 3.50 GHz |
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iGPU - FP32 Performance (Single-precision GFLOPS)
The theoretical computing performance of the internal graphics unit of the processor with simple accuracy (32 bit) in GFLOPS. GFLOPS indicates how many billion floating point operations the iGPU can perform per second.|
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Apple M1 Ultra (64-GPU)
Apple M1 Ultra (64 Core) @ 1.30 GHz |
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Apple M2
Apple M2 (10 Core) @ 1.40 GHz |
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Blender 3.1 Benchmark
In the Blender Benchmark 3.1, the scenes "monster", "junkshop" and "classroom" are rendered and the time required by the system is measured. In our benchmark we test the CPU and not the graphics card. Blender 3.1 was presented as a standalone version in March 2022.|
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Apple M1 Ultra (64-GPU)
20C 20T @ 3.20 GHz |
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Apple M2
8C 8T @ 3.50 GHz |
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Estimated results for PassMark CPU Mark
Some of the CPUs listed below have been benchmarked by CPU-monkey. However the majority of CPUs have not been tested and the results have been estimated by a CPU-monkey’s secret proprietary formula. As such they do not accurately reflect the actual Passmark CPU mark values and are not endorsed by PassMark Software Pty Ltd.|
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Apple M1 Ultra (64-GPU)
20C 20T @ 3.20 GHz |
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Apple M2
8C 8T @ 3.50 GHz |
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Blender 2.81 (bmw27)
Blender is a free 3D graphics software for rendering (creating) 3D bodies, which can also be textured and animated in the software. The Blender benchmark creates predefined scenes and measures the time (s) required for the entire scene. The shorter the time required, the better. We selected bmw27 as the benchmark scene.|
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Apple M1 Ultra (64-GPU)
20C 20T @ 3.20 GHz |
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Apple M2
8C 8T @ 3.50 GHz |
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Devices using this processor |
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| Apple M1 Ultra (64-GPU) | Apple M2 |
| Apple Mac Studio (2022) | Apple MacBook Air 14 (2022) Apple MacBook Pro 13 (2022) |
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