Apple’s new M1 Pro and M1 Max processors (apple.com)

Article summary

Apple has announced the M1 Pro and M1 Max, its latest chips for the Mac, which offer improved performance and power efficiency. The M1 Pro features a 10-core CPU and up to 16-core GPU, while the M1 Max has a 10-core CPU and up to 32-core GPU. The chips are designed to provide fast performance and long battery life, and are available in the new MacBook Pro. They also feature advanced technologies such as a 16-core Neural Engine and enhanced media engines.

Main themes

• Apple Silicon
• M1 Pro and M1 Max Performance
• Power Efficiency
• GPU Comparison
• MacBook Pro
• Display Support

What commenters say

• The M1 Max's claimed performance is impressive, but its power consumption and heat generation need to be considered.
• The comparison between the M1 Max and PC laptop GPUs is misleading due to differences in power consumption and thermal design.
• The M1 Pro and M1 Max are significant improvements over the original M1, but may not be necessary for all users.
• The new chips' support for multiple external displays is a major advantage for some users.
• The M1 Pro and M1 Max may not be able to match the performance of high-end desktop GPUs.
• The power efficiency of the M1 Pro and M1 Max is a major selling point, especially for users who value long battery life.