Apple M4 vs Intel Core Ultra 5 325

The Apple M4 was developed as a highly efficient processor for compact desktop systems and mobile devices.

It primarily targets users seeking high efficiency in daily tasks and creative processes. Manufactured using a 3-nanometer process, the Apple M4 utilizes an architecture with an integrated graphics processor called Apple M4 (10 Core). In synthetic tests, the Apple M4 shows significantly higher single-core and multi-core performance compared to its competitor.

Since the memory bandwidth is 120 GB/s and there is no special 3D cache, gaming performance remains limited to optimized titles within the Apple ecosystem. The thermal design power is designed for silent operation, making the Apple M4 predestined for slim enclosures. Connection is via the PCIe 4.0 standard.

The price-performance ratio results from its integration into the closed hardware system. The Intel Core Ultra 5 325 is based on the Panther Lake architecture and targets budget-conscious users looking to build a system for general applications.

This processor is manufactured using a 2-nanometer process and features the Intel Xe3 4 Core Graphics 32 EUs (Panther Lake). In terms of computing power, the Intel Core Ultra 5 325 falls noticeably behind the Apple model in available benchmarks, both in single-core and multi-core performance.

Regarding gaming, the integrated graphics unit provides a basis for simple applications but does not achieve high frame rates without additional hardware. Power consumption is optimized for desktop use, with support for PCIe 5.0 allowing for high flexibility for future expansions. The Intel Core Ultra 5 325 offers a solid foundation for users who value compatibility.