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Apple M2 Max (38-GPU) | MediaTek Dimensity 9300 | |
CPU comparisonApple M2 Max (38-GPU) or MediaTek Dimensity 9300 - which processor is faster? In this comparison we look at the differences and analyze which of these two CPUs is better. We compare the technical data and benchmark results.
The Apple M2 Max (38-GPU) has 12 cores with 12 threads and clocks with a maximum frequency of 3.50 GHz. Up to 96 GB of memory is supported in 4 memory channels. The Apple M2 Max (38-GPU) was released in Q1/2023. The MediaTek Dimensity 9300 has 8 cores with 8 threads and clocks with a maximum frequency of 3.25 GHz. The CPU supports up to 16 GB of memory in 4 memory channels. The MediaTek Dimensity 9300 was released in Q4/2023. |
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Apple M series (25) | Family | Mediatek Dimensity (36) |
Apple M2 (8) | CPU group | MediaTek Dimensity 9300 (1) |
2 | Generation | 5 |
M2 | Architecture | Cortex-X4 / -A720 |
Mobile | Segment | Mobile |
Apple M1 Max (32-GPU) | Predecessor | MediaTek Dimensity 9200+ |
-- | Successor | -- |
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CPU Cores and Base FrequencyThe Apple M2 Max (38-GPU) is a 12 core processor with a clock frequency of 0.66 GHz (3.50 GHz). The MediaTek Dimensity 9300 has 8 CPU cores with a clock frequency of 3.25 GHz. |
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Apple M2 Max (38-GPU) | Characteristic | MediaTek Dimensity 9300 |
12 | Cores | 8 |
12 | Threads | 8 |
hybrid (big.LITTLE) | Core architecture | hybrid (big.LITTLE) |
No | Hyperthreading | No |
No | Overclocking ? | No |
0.66 GHz (3.50 GHz) 8x Avalanche |
A-Core | 3.25 GHz 1x Cortex-X4 |
0.60 GHz (2.42 GHz) 4x Blizzard |
B-Core | 2.85 GHz 3x Cortex-X4 |
-- | C-Core | 2.00 GHz 4x Cortex-A720 |
NPU AI performanceThe performance values of the processor's AI unit. The isolated NPU performance is specified here, the total AI performance (NPU+CPU+iGPU) can be higher. Processors with support for artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) can process many calculations, especially audio, image and video processing, much faster than classic processors. |
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Apple M2 Max (38-GPU) | Characteristic | MediaTek Dimensity 9300 |
Apple Neural Engine | AI hardware | Mediatek APU |
16 Neural cores @ 15.8 TOPS | AI specifications | MediaTek APU 790 @ 33 TOPS |
-- | NPU + CPU + iGPU | -- |
Integrated graphics (iGPU)The integrated graphics unit of a processor is not only responsible for the pure image output on the system, but can also significantly increase the efficiency of the system with the support of modern video codecs. |
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Apple M2 Max (38 Core) | GPU | ARM Immortalis-G720 MC12 |
0.45 GHz | GPU frequency | 1.00 GHz |
1.40 GHz | GPU (Turbo) | -- |
2 | GPU Generation | -- |
5 nm | Technology | 4 nm |
5 | Max. displays | 0 |
608 | Compute units | 12 |
4864 | Shader | -- |
No | Hardware Raytracing | No |
No | Frame Generation | No |
96 GB | Max. GPU Memory | -- |
-- | DirectX Version | 12 |
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 M2 Max (38 Core) | GPU | ARM Immortalis-G720 MC12 |
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 / Encode |
No | Codec AV1 | Decode |
Decode | Codec AVC | Decode / Encode |
Decode | Codec VC-1 | Decode / Encode |
Decode / Encode | Codec JPEG | Decode / Encode |
Memory & PCIeThe Apple M2 Max (38-GPU) supports a maximum of 96 GB of memory in 4 memory channels. The MediaTek Dimensity 9300 can connect up to 16 GB of memory in 4 memory channels. |
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Apple M2 Max (38-GPU) | Characteristic | MediaTek Dimensity 9300 |
LPDDR5-6400 | Memory | LPDDR5X-9600 |
96 GB | Max. Memory | 16 GB |
4 (Quad Channel) | Memory channels | 4 (Quad Channel) |
409.6 GB/s | Max. Bandwidth | 76.8 GB/s |
No | ECC | No |
36.00 MB | L2 Cache | -- |
-- | L3 Cache | 18.00 MB |
4.0 | PCIe version | -- |
32 | PCIe lanes | -- |
63.0 GB/s | PCIe Bandwidth | -- |
Thermal ManagementThe TDP (Thermal Design Power) of a processor specifies the required cooling solution. The Apple M2 Max (38-GPU) has a TDP of 40 W, that of the MediaTek Dimensity 9300 is 12.5 W. |
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Apple M2 Max (38-GPU) | Characteristic | MediaTek Dimensity 9300 |
40 W | TDP (PL1 / PBP) | 12.5 W |
-- | TDP (PL2) | -- |
-- | TDP up | -- |
-- | TDP down | -- |
100 °C | Tjunction max. | -- |
Technical detailsThe Apple M2 Max (38-GPU) has a 36.00 MB cache, while the MediaTek Dimensity 9300 cache has a total of 18.00 MB. |
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Apple M2 Max (38-GPU) | Characteristic | MediaTek Dimensity 9300 |
5 nm | Technology | 4 nm |
Chiplet | Chip design | Chiplet |
Armv8.5-A (64 bit) | Instruction set (ISA) | Armv9-A (64 bit) |
Rosetta 2 x86-Emulation | ISA extensions | -- |
-- | Socket | -- |
Apple Virtualization Framework | Virtualization | None |
Yes | AES-NI | No |
macOS, iPadOS | Operating systems | Android |
Q1/2023 | Release date | Q4/2023 |
-- | Release price | -- |
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Apple M2 Max (38-GPU)
12C 12T @ 3.50 GHz |
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MediaTek Dimensity 9300
8C 8T @ 3.25 GHz |
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Apple M2 Max (38-GPU)
12C 12T @ 3.50 GHz |
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MediaTek Dimensity 9300
8C 8T @ 3.25 GHz |
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Apple M2 Max (38-GPU)
Apple M2 Max (38 Core) @ 1.40 GHz |
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MediaTek Dimensity 9300
ARM Immortalis-G720 MC12 @ 1.00 GHz |
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Apple M2 Max (38-GPU)
12C 12T @ 0.66 GHz |
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MediaTek Dimensity 9300
8C 8T @ 3.25 GHz |
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Apple M2 Max (38-GPU)
12C 12T @ 3.50 GHz |
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MediaTek Dimensity 9300
8C 8T @ 3.25 GHz |
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Apple M2 Max (38-GPU)
12C 12T @ 3.50 GHz |
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MediaTek Dimensity 9300
8C 8T @ 3.25 GHz |
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Apple M2 Max (38-GPU)
12C 12T @ 3.50 GHz |
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MediaTek Dimensity 9300
8C 8T @ 3.25 GHz |
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Apple M2 Max (38-GPU)
12C 12T @ 3.50 GHz |
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MediaTek Dimensity 9300
8C 8T @ 3.25 GHz |
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Apple M2 Max (38-GPU)
12C 12T @ 3.50 GHz |
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MediaTek Dimensity 9300
8C 8T @ 3.25 GHz |
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Apple M2 Max (38-GPU)
12C 12T @ 3.50 GHz |
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MediaTek Dimensity 9300
8C 8T @ 3.25 GHz |
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Apple M2 Max (38-GPU)
12C 12T @ 0.66 GHz |
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MediaTek Dimensity 9300
8C 8T @ 3.25 GHz |
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Apple M2 Max (38-GPU)
12C 12T @ 3.50 GHz |
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MediaTek Dimensity 9300
8C 8T @ 3.25 GHz |
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Apple M2 Max (38-GPU)
14,855 CB R23 MC @ 40 W |
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MediaTek Dimensity 9300
3.25 GHz |
Devices using this processor |
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Apple M2 Max (38-GPU) | MediaTek Dimensity 9300 |
Apple MacBook Pro 16 (2023) | Unknown |