Apple’s latest revelation, the M4 MacBook Pro models, has made waves with their groundbreaking performance. At the heart of these new laptops are the M4 Pro and M4 Max chips, setting a new benchmark in computational prowess and graphics performance. When put under the microscope in a comparison video by tech enthusiast Vadim Yuryev, these chips go head-to-head with the formidable Intel Ultra 9 285K and AMD Ryzen 9950X. The results are nothing short of impressive, showcasing Apple’s extraordinary engineering feats.
In the realm of single-core performance, the M4 Pro chip flexes its muscles by scoring a remarkable 3925 on Geekbench 6, overtaking the Intel Ultra 9 285K and AMD Ryzen 9 9950X, which recorded 3450 and 3359, respectively. An intriguing point to note is the difference in clock speeds: the Intel and AMD contenders operate at 5.7GHz, whereas Apple’s M4 Pro performs at a lower 4.5GHz.
When the stakes are raised to multi-core assessments, the 14-core M4 Pro doesn’t just keep pace with competitors but surpasses Apple’s own M2 Ultra with a score of 22,669. Though it lags slightly behind the 23,024 points of Intel’s powerhouse, the major takeaway is the M4 Pro’s capacity to deliver high-end performance in a compact 14-inch MacBook Pro.
Apple’s other jewel, the M4 Max chip, continues this trend of excellence. Despite matching the core count of its predecessor, the M3 Max, Apple has managed to significantly enhance performance. In single-core benchmarks, it crosses the coveted 4,000 mark, comfortably outclassing Intel and AMD’s offerings. The M4 Max maintains a clock speed of 4.51GHz, similar to the M4 Pro, yet manages to dominate in multi-core tests with a score of 26,675, compared to Intel’s 23,024 and AMD’s 20,550.
An exciting subplot is the M4 Max’s graphic performance, where its 40-core GPU hits a score of 192,532, a 25% improvement over the previous M3 Max. It treads closely on the heels of the M2 Ultra’s 76-core GPU, showcasing nearly identical performance levels.
Apple has undeniably pushed boundaries with the M4 series, setting a new bar for portable computing and challenging even desktop-class competitors. As we anticipate the release of the M4 Ultra, expected to power future Mac Studio and Mac Pro models, it’s clear that Apple’s innovation engine continues to accelerate. Stay tuned for more updates as these revolutionary advancements unfold.
