Apple’s new Mac Studio arrives in users’ hands this week, and the first reviews have just become available. The conclusion? This is a powerhouse machine that is easily the most powerful Mac ever—but you need to know which chip is right for you.
The new Mac Studio is basically identical in form to its M2 predecessor. But when comparing the M4 Max and M3 Ultra models, there are a couple noteworthy hardware differences to point out—performance aside.
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The Max and Ultra models
Apple calls its new M3 Ultra-equipped Mac Studio its most powerful computer ever. It's a big claim and comes with a price tag to match. Apple's ambitions create two questions, and we will answer them both: Is the Mac Studio with M3 Ultra truly Apple's most performant computer, and if it is, is it worth it?
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Apple 正式推出 M4 MacBook Air，在同一個機殼之下，繼 Apple M2、M3 處理器之後推出到第 3 個升級－－全新 MacBook Air 搭載 M4 處理器。相信好多朋友都喜歡當年 M2 MacBook Air 新機殼四四方方，誠實厚重設計，而且所有配色都比較淺色，清淡但夠高
Apple's new Mac Studio with M3 Ultra is an impressive, powerful machine that is worthy of the "ultra" moniker. That said, it better be for the asking price. However, most photographers are probably better served getting the M4 Max version.
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The MacBook Air with M4 is still thin, still powerful, and still excellent. Add in a lower price point and a default 16GB of RAM, and this laptop is one of the best values Apple has offered in a long time.
Apple lowered the price!
Powerful speakers on the 15-inch laptop
Upgraded 12MP Center Stage webcam
Long battery life
M4 supports two external displays with the lid open
RAM and SSD pricing
Macs are rarely considered bargains, but the Mac Studio delivers striking levels of performance per dollar in M4 Max and M3 Ultra form.
M3 Ultra delivers epic CPU and GPU performance
Silent operation even under heavy load
Variety of ports including Thunderbolt 5
Can’t upgrade memory or SSD after purchase
Memory and SSD upgrades are very pricey
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Still using an Intel MacBook Air? You’re now free to throw it in the recycling bin without feeling guilty.
OK, maybe don’t go that far, but Intel MacBook Air users can finally upgrade to the Apple silicon version without giving up a useful feature.
The M4 MacBook Air hits stores on Wednesday, March 12. Visually, the most striking change is the new sky blue version that replaces space gray, and let’s not forget the tweaked mute key icon — total game changer.