Processor Comparison
M4 Max
M4 Max — 16-core Apple processor (12P+4E) scoring 187 single-core and 2044 multi-core in Cinebench 2024, with a 70 W TDP.
Key specifications
| Cinebench 2024 single-core | 187 |
|---|---|
| Cinebench 2024 multi-core | 2,044 |
| Cores | 16 |
| TDP (W) | 70 |
| L3 cache (MB) | — |
| PassMark CPU Mark | — |
| Street price (USD) | — |
About M4 Max
The M4 Max is a 16-core (12P+4E) Apple processor with a 70 W base TDP. In Cinebench 2024 it scores 187 single-core and 2,044 multi-core — a firmly high-end result. Single-core speed drives gaming and responsiveness; multi-core drives rendering and compilation.
The comparisons below show how M4 Max stacks up against the alternatives people most often weigh against it, with the specific numbers laid out side by side.
Frequently asked questions
Is the M4 Max any good?
M4 Max — 16-core Apple processor (12P+4E) scoring 187 single-core and 2044 multi-core in Cinebench 2024, with a 70 W TDP.
What are the key specs of the M4 Max?
See the specification table above for the full breakdown.
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Last updated 2026-07-01