Apple M5 Max (18-CPU 40-GPU)

Apple M5 Max (18-CPU 40-GPU)
Benchmarks & Specs

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The Apple M5 Max (18-CPU 40-GPU) utilizes the M5 architecture and is manufactured using a 3 nm process. With its 18 cores, this processor offers a truly solid foundation for many demanding tasks. We have found that the computing performance remains very consistent and stable during daily work.

The integrated graphics unit Apple M5 Max (40 Core) provides enough power for graphically intensive applications. In particular, the enormous memory bandwidth of 614 GB/s really stands out in this model. This results in very good AI performance, which is becoming increasingly important in modern workflows.

We also found it interesting how Apple increased the Level 2 cache to 22 MB. Despite the lack of a Level 3 cache, the system works extremely efficiently and responsively. The Apple M5 Max (18-CPU 40-GPU) shows how well hardware and software can work together. For users who value efficiency, this component is a very safe choice.

The combination of many cores and high bandwidth ensures all processes run smoothly. We noticed that even under high load, heat development remains surprisingly well under control. It's nice to see that the technical specifications are actually noticeable in practice. The Apple M5 Max (18-CPU 40-GPU) simply delivers exactly what is expected of it.

Anyone who works professionally will surely appreciate the stability of the entire platform. Overall, the entire package seems very coherent and tailored to the needs of modern users.
  • High memory bandwidth of 614 GB/s
  • Integrated graphics with 40 cores
  • Efficient manufacturing in 3 nm
  • Optimized performance for AI applications

Performance Overview
Average performance across multiple benchmarks

Single-core performance
Rank 1 / 519
In segment Notebook
Multi-core performance
Rank 1 / 516
In segment Notebook
Cinebench 2024 Single-Core

Cinebench 2024 Single-Core
Single-core performance

Apple M5 Max (18-CPU 40-GPU)
18C / 18T · 4.61 GHz
199 pts
Apple M5
Apple M5 99 %
9C / 9T · 4.61 GHz
198 pts
Apple M5 (10-CPU)
10C / 10T · 4.61 GHz
198 pts
Apple M4 Max (14-CPU 32-GPU)
14C / 14T · 4.51 GHz
177 pts
Apple M4 Max (16-CPU 40-GPU)
16C / 16T · 4.51 GHz
177 pts
Cinebench 2024 Multi-Core

Cinebench 2024 Multi-Core
Multi-core performance

Apple M5 Max (18-CPU 40-GPU)
18C / 18T · 4.61 GHz
2,377 pts
Apple M5 Pro (18-CPU 20-GPU)
18C / 18T · 4.61 GHz
2,135 pts
Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX
24C / 24T · 5.40 GHz
2,074 pts
Apple M4 Max (16-CPU 40-GPU)
16C / 16T · 4.51 GHz
2,072 pts
Qualcomm Snapdragon X2 Elite Extreme (X2E-96-100)
18C / 18T · 5.00 GHz
1,965 pts
Geekbench 6 Single-Core

Geekbench 6 Single-Core
Single-core performance

Apple M5 (10-CPU)
10C / 10T · 4.61 GHz
4,309
Apple M5 Max (18-CPU 40-GPU)
18C / 18T · 4.61 GHz
4,250
Apple M5
Apple M5 97 %
9C / 9T · 4.61 GHz
4,133
Qualcomm Snapdragon X2 Elite Extreme (X2E-96-100)
18C / 18T · 5.00 GHz
4,070
Apple M4 Max (14-CPU 32-GPU)
14C / 14T · 4.51 GHz
4,021
Geekbench 6 Multi-Core

Geekbench 6 Multi-Core
Multi-core performance

Apple M5 Max (18-CPU 40-GPU)
18C / 18T · 0.91 GHz
29,200
Apple M4 Max (16-CPU 40-GPU)
16C / 16T · 1.26 GHz
26,263
Apple M5 Pro (15-CPU 16-GPU)
15C / 15T · 0.91 GHz
25,000
Apple M1 Ultra (64-GPU)
20C / 20T · 3.20 GHz
23,970
Apple M1 Ultra (48-GPU)
20C / 20T · 3.20 GHz
23,970
iGPU - FP32 Performance (Single-precision GFLOPS)

iGPU - FP32 Performance (Single-precision GFLOPS)

Apple M2 Ultra (60-GPU)
Apple M2 Ultra (60 Core)
21,300
Apple M1 Ultra (64-GPU)
Apple M1 Ultra (64 Core)
21,200
Apple M5 Max (18-CPU 40-GPU)
Apple M5 Max (40 Core)
20,532
Apple M4 Max (16-CPU 40-GPU)
Apple M4 Max (40 Core)
17,040
Apple M5 Max (18-CPU 32-GPU)
Apple M5 Max (32 Core)
16,426

More benchmarks

At a glance

PropertyValue
FamilyApple M series (38)
CPU groupApple M5 (6)
ArchitectureM5
Technology3 nm
SegmentNotebook
Socket
Generation5
PredecessorApple M4 Max (16-CPU 40-GPU)
Q4/2024
Successor

CPU Cores and Base Frequency

PropertyValue
CPU Cores / Threads18 / 18
Hyperthreading / SMT
Core architecturehybrid (big.LITTLE)
Core Cluster 1: 6x Super-Core
0.91 - 4.61 GHz
Core Cluster 2: 12x Performance-Core
0.90 - 3.05 GHz
L2-Cache22.00 MB
L3-Cache
OverclockingNo

Integrated graphics (iGPU)

PropertyValue
GPU nameApple M5 Max (40 Core)
GPU frequency0.34 - 1.90 GHz
CUs / Shader640 / 5120
Raytracing
Max. displays3
Max. GPU Memory128 GB
Technology3 nm
Release dateQ1/2026

NPU AI performance

PropertyValue
AI hardwareApple Neural Engine
AI specifications16 Neural cores @ 60 TOPS
NPU + CPU + iGPU

Memory & PCIe

Memory typeMemory bandwidth
LPDDR5X-9600
614.4 GB/s
PropertyValue
Max. Memory128 GB
Memory channels8
ECC
PCIe5.0 x 8
PCIe Bandwidth31.5 GB/s

Thermal Management

PropertyValue
TDP60 W
TDP (PL2)
TDP up
TDP down
T. junction max.100 °C

Technical details

PropertyValue
Chip designMonolithic
AES-NI
Operating systemsmacOS, iPadOS
Instruction setArmv9.2-A (64 bit)
ISA extensionsRosetta 2 x86-Emulation, AVX2, SME
Release dateQ1/2026
Release price
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Apple M5 Max (18-CPU 40-GPU)
Apple M5 Max (18-CPU 40-GPU)
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