What’s Geekbench and how is each score type important?
Geekbench 6 is a MacOS app that benchmarks CPU and GPU performance using tasks that mirror real-world usage. Its four […]
FAQs
Is it true Apple previously designed their own CPUs before the A and M-series?
Yes, before Apple was using Intel CPUs for their Macs, Apple collaborated with Motorola and IBM on the PowerPC CPU
What kind of power do M series chips consume?
Apple’s M chips are extremely power efficient. Please read our full blog post about how many watts Apple Silicon consume
Can you upgrade the storage on Apple Silicon devices?
Yes, on some of them but Apple does not officially support and they may void your warranty if you do
What is your “Bang for Buck” score?
The “Bang for Buck” score is a helpful metric designed to measure the overall value of a Mac computer by
What is a “binned” versus “non-binned” Apple M chip?
Binned vs. Non-Binned Apple Silicon Chips On Apple silicon (SoCs like the M1, M2, M3, and M4 series), binned and
What is your “Performance” score and what is “Normalized Combined Geekbench Score”?
The Normalized Geekbench Score (NGS) labeled as “Performance” on many of our graphs/charts) combines three metrics—single-core CPU, multi-core CPU, and
What is a SOC (System on Chip)?
A System on Chip (SoC) design, as seen in Apple’s M-series processors, integrates multiple computing components—including the CPU, GPU, Neural
What is the difference between the iPhone Bionic and the M-series chips?
The primary difference between Apple’s iPhone Bionic chips (A-series) and M-series chips lies in their design focus and intended use
Why did Apple release the M3 Ultra instead of the M4 Ultra?
Apple released the M3 Ultra instead of the M4 Ultra for several reasons, according to speculation and information from Apple:
Does the base M4 used in the new Mac mini provides levels of performance comparable to a previous “pro” level chip?
The base M4 Mac mini delivers substantial performance improvements over earlier models, with Apple claiming up to 1.5× faster CPU
How is the M4 different from previous Apple Silicon?
The M4 chip is built on TSMC’s second-generation 3nm process, making it more power-efficient and faster than previous Apple Silicon
Tell me more about the M4 base chip?
Introduced in May 2024, the M4 is built using TSMC’s second-generation 3-nanometer process and contains 28 billion transistors. It features
Why did Apple switch away from Intel?
1. Power Efficiency Better Performance per Watt Intel’s chips, especially in MacBooks, struggled with power efficiency. Apple Silicon (starting with
If I have an Intel based Mac, what are the benefits of upgrading to the M-series?
Upgrading from an Intel-based Mac to an M-series Mac brings massive improvements in performance, battery life, and efficiency. Apple Silicon