Apple introduces the powerful Mac Studio, which boasts the M4 Max and novel M3 Ultra processors, marking it as the strongest Mac in the lineup.

Apple has announced the release of its latest product, the Mac Studio, a powerful desktop computer that promises to revolutionize the way creatives and professionals work.

Priced at $1,999 (U.S.) and $1,799 (U.S.) for education, the Mac Studio is an affordable powerhouse for those seeking high-performance computing.

Performance Boost with M4 Max and M3 Ultra Chips

The Mac Studio comes equipped with the M4 Max and M3 Ultra chips, making it the most powerful Mac ever made. This new hardware delivers impressive performance improvements, with the M4 Max offering up to 1.6x faster image processing in Adobe Photoshop, 2.1x faster build performance in Xcode, 1.2x faster ProRes transcode performance in Compressor, and 1.6x faster video processing performance in Topaz Video AI compared to the Mac Studio with M1 Max. Similarly, the M3 Ultra provides up to 16.9x faster token generation in LM Studio, 2.6x faster scene rendering in Maxon Redshift, 1.1x faster basecalling for DNA sequencing in Oxford Nanopore MinKNOW, and 1.4x faster 8K video rendering in Final Cut Pro compared to the Mac Studio with M1 Ultra.

Energy Efficient and Environmentally Friendly

In addition to its impressive performance, the Mac Studio is designed with sustainability in mind. It uses far less energy and materials than desktops in its class, and is free of mercury, brominated flame retardants, and PVC. Furthermore, the Mac Studio is built with over 30 percent recycled content overall, including 100 percent recycled aluminum in the enclosure and 100 percent recycled rare earth elements in all magnets. The packaging of the new Mac Studio is entirely fiber-based, bringing Apple closer to its goal to remove plastic from all packaging by the end of 2025.

Integrated Apple Intelligence Features

The Mac Studio also comes with integrated Apple Intelligence features, including Writing Tools, Priority Notifications, live transcription in Notes, new Siri improvements, and access to ChatGPT integrated into Writing Tools and Siri. These features aim to streamline workflows and enhance productivity.

macOS Sequoia and Other Features

The Mac Studio experience is completed with the new macOS Sequoia, which brings easier window tiling and the all-new Passwords app. macOS Sequoia 15.4 will make it easier to set up the new Mac Studio with iPhone next month. Other features include Thunderbolt 5 ports for high-bandwidth accessories and expansion, support for up to 512GB of unified memory and up to 16TB SSD storage, iPhone Mirroring, and the Easier window tiling and the all-new Passwords app.

Availability and Pricing

The Mac Studio is available to pre-order starting today and will begin arriving to customers on March 12. Customers in the U.S. who shop at Apple using Apple Card can pay monthly at 0 percent APR when they choose to check out with Apple Card Monthly Installments, and they'll get 3 percent Daily Cash back - all up front.

The Mac Studio's powerful performance, energy efficiency, and environmentally friendly design make it an attractive option for creatives and professionals alike. Pair it with the Studio Display, which features a 27-inch 5K Retina display, 12MP Center Stage camera, and six-speaker sound system, and you have a setup that is sure to elevate your work to new heights.

Every customer who buys directly from Apple Retail gets access to Personal Setup, guided online sessions where a Specialist can walk them through setup or focus on features that help them make the most of their new device. With Apple Trade In, customers can trade in their current computer and get credit toward a new Mac.

In conclusion, the Mac Studio is a game-changer for creatives and professionals, offering unparalleled performance, sustainability, and integrated Apple Intelligence features. It is now available to pre-order and will begin shipping on March 12.

Apple introduces the powerful Mac Studio, which boasts the M4 Max and novel M3 Ultra processors, marking it as the strongest Mac in the lineup.