Unveiling the M3 Ultra in Apple's New Mac Studio Instead of M4 Ultra

Revolutionary Shift in Apple's Mac Studio

The release of Apple's M3 Ultra signifies a pivotal change in the company's upgrade strategy, especially as it aligns with the current M4 series. This latest update breaks from tradition by equipping the high-end model with an M3 Ultra chip instead of the anticipated M4 Ultra, causing a stir among tech enthusiasts.

Key Specifications of M3 Ultra and M4 Series Chips

• Apple M3 Ultra (low):
  • CPU Cores: 20 P-cores and 8 E-cores
  • GPU Cores: 60
  • RAM Options: 96GB or 256GB
  • Memory Bandwidth: 819.2GB/s
• Apple M3 Ultra (high):
  • CPU Cores: 24 P-cores and 8 E-cores
  • GPU Cores: 80
  • RAM Options: 128GB, 256GB, or 512GB
  • Memory Bandwidth: 819.2GB/s
• Apple M2 Ultra (high):
  • CPU Cores: 16 P-cores and 8 E-cores
  • GPU Cores: 76
  • RAM Options: up to 192GB
  • Memory Bandwidth: 819.2GB/s
• Apple M1 Ultra (high):
  • CPU Cores: 16 P-cores and 4 E-cores
  • GPU Cores: 32
  • RAM Options: up to 128GB
  • Memory Bandwidth: 819.2GB/s

In a recent statement, Apple clarified that not every generation would feature an Ultra tier, marking a significant admission regarding their chip strategy. This deviation adds an intriguing layer to customers looking for the highest performance standards.