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Apple Mac Studio with M5 Max chip, 18-core CPU, 32-core GPU 36GB, 512GB

MHL64X/A
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Product Overview

Apple Mac Studio with M5 Max chip MHL64X/A is a tremendously powerful pro desktop. The M5 Max chip enables remarkable on-device AI compute. Blast through creative projects and professional workflows with the advanced graphics architecture and faster memory and storage.

Tap into breakthrough performance with a next-generation CPU, a more powerful GPU with third-generation ray tracing and a Neural Accelerator built into each GPU core. Mac Studio gets a boost with more power to generate real-time media and accelerate complex workflows. Up to 614GB/s memory bandwidth for more speed when processing massive datasets, complex 3D scenes and inference in AI workflows, and up to 2x faster storage(1) expedites tasks like dense file transfers and loading large projects.

Apple silicon and every major component that powers it is designed to run demanding AI workflows like running huge local LLMs directly on device. Features four Thunderbolt 5 ports with ultra-high bandwidth for linking models in clustered AI compute or PCIe expansion. Includes two USB-C ports, two USB-A ports, an HDMI port, an SDXC card slot, a headphone jack and the ability to connect up to five external displays. With the Apple-designed N1 wireless chip for Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 6(2).

The compact 7.7 inch square Mac Studio fits perfectly under most displays, and an advanced thermal system flies through intensive tasks while keeping Mac Studio quiet, so it never interferes with your workflow. macOS runs apps lightning-fast with its advanced operating system. It features Siri AI(3), a capable assistant with personal context understanding and broad world knowledge, and Apple Intelligence(4) seamlessly integrated into everyday apps and experiences. And with window tiling, Sidecar and more, you can stay productive. Mac works like magic with other Apple devices. View and control what’s on iPhone from Mac with iPhone Mirroring(5), or copy something on iPhone and paste it on Mac.

Disclaimers: (1) Testing conducted by Apple in July 2026 using preproduction Mac Studio systems with Apple M5 Ultra, 36-core CPU, 80-core GPU and 512GB of unified memory, as well as production Mac Studio systems with Apple M3 Ultra, 32-core CPU, 80-core GPU and 512GB of unified memory, and Mac Studio systems with Apple M1 Ultra, 20-core CPU, 64-core GPU and 128GB of unified memory, all configured with 8TB SSD. Tested with FIO 3.42, 1024KB request size, 10GB test file and IO depth=8. Mac Studio systems tested with an attached 5K display. Performance tests are conducted using specific computer systems and reflect the approximate performance of Mac Studio. (2) Wi-Fi 7 availability varies by country. (3) Siri AI will be available in beta later this year and requires an Apple Intelligence–enabled device set to a supported language. Available in English to start. Siri AI will not initially be available in the EU on iOS, iPadOS and watchOS. (4) Apple Intelligence is available with Siri and device language set to Chinese (Simplified), Chinese (Traditional), Danish, Dutch, English, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Norwegian, Portuguese, Spanish, Swedish, Turkish or Vietnamese. Some features may not be available in all regions or languages. Some devices may not be available in all regions. (5) Available on Mac computers with Apple silicon and Intel-based Mac computers with a T2 Security Chip. Requires that your iPhone and Mac are signed in with the same Apple Account using two-factor authentication, your iPhone and Mac are near each other and have Bluetooth and Wi-Fi turned on, and your Mac is not using AirPlay or Sidecar. Some iPhone features (such as camera and microphone) are not compatible with iPhone Mirroring.

Key Features

Key Specifications

Brand:
Apple
Model Number:
MHL64X/A
Graphics Processing Unit:
Apple Integrated
Total Storage:
512GB
Wireless Connections:
Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) and Bluetooth v6
Operating System:
macOS

Computers & Tablets

Processor Brand:
Apple
Processor Specifications:
Apple M5 Max 18-core CPU with 6 super cores and 12 performance cores
GPU Specificiations:
32-core GPU
Card Reader:
SDXC card slot (UHS-II)

Screen Features

Screen Size Range:
11.9 Inches & Below

Capacity

Memory:
36GB

Connections

Front Wired Connections:
2x USB-C, SDXC card slot (UHS-II)
Back Wired Connections:
4 Thunderbolt 5 (USB‑C), USB 3, DisplayPort 2.1, 2x USB 3 (USB‑A) HDMI 2.1, 3.5-mm headphone jack
Cellular or Wi-Fi Only:
Wi-Fi Only

Audio

Sound:
Built-in speaker

General Information

Type:
Mac mini
Family:
Mac Studio
Colour:
Silver
Release Year:
2026
What's In The Box:
Mac Studio, Power cord

Warranty

Manufacturer's Warranty:
1 Year

Computers & Tablets

Processor Brand:
Apple
Processor Specifications:
Apple M5 Max 18-core CPU with 6 super cores and 12 performance cores
GPU Specificiations:
32-core GPU
Card Reader:
SDXC card slot (UHS-II)

Capacity

Memory:
36GB

Audio

Sound:
Built-in speaker

Warranty

Manufacturer's Warranty:
1 Year

Product Dimensions

Product Height (mm):
95
Product Width (mm):
197
Product Depth (mm):
197
Product Weight (kg):
2.7

Box Dimensions

Box Height (mm):
216
Box Width (mm):
282
Box Depth (mm):
50
Box Weight (kg):
29

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At a glance

The Apple Mac Studio with M5 Max is a premium compact desktop built for creators, developers and power users who need strong local AI, graphics and multitasking performance. It suits serious photo, video, 3D and coding workflows while staying quiet on a desk. Its main limitation is that internal upgrade flexibility is low compared with traditional workstation towers.

What it’s great for

  • Content Creation
  • Video Editing
  • Photo Editing
  • 3D Work
  • Software Development
  • Local AI Workflows
  • Professional Multitasking

Where it works best

  • Home Office
  • Creative Studio
  • Production Desk
  • Corporate Office
  • Developer Workspace

Who it’s for

  • Creative Professional
  • Developer
  • Engineer
  • AI Researcher
  • Power User
  • Remote Professional

Things to consider

Great for high-end desktop work, but it offers far less internal upgrade flexibility than a conventional workstation tower or specialist expandable desktop.

Creative professional suitability

9/10 - Excellent fit for video, photo, design, audio and 3D professionals who want high performance in a compact desktop.

Home office fit

8/10 - Strong choice for a premium home office thanks to its small footprint, quiet operation and broad connectivity, though it may be more power than many general users need.

Upgrade flexibility score

3/10 - Best for buyers who want a fixed high-performance system rather than a desktop with broad internal upgrade paths.

Noise level vs category average

8/10 - Quieter than many high-performance desktops under load due to its advanced thermal design.

All-in-one convenience

No - compact desktop only; monitor, keyboard and mouse are separate.

Key benefits

  • M5 Max chip: Delivers strong performance for demanding creative apps, code compilation and local AI workloads.
  • Advanced GPU architecture: Helps speed up graphics-heavy work such as motion design, 3D scenes and pro visual workflows.
  • Up to 614GB/s memory bandwidth platform: Supports faster handling of massive datasets, complex scenes and AI inference tasks.
  • Four Thunderbolt 5 ports: Provides very high-bandwidth connectivity for fast external storage, displays and expansion devices.
  • Support for up to five external displays: Gives professionals ample screen space for editing, coding and multitasking.
  • Compact desktop design: Fits neatly under most displays while still offering pro-level capability.
  • Advanced thermal system: Maintains quiet operation during intensive workloads so it is less distracting in shared or focused workspaces.
  • Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 6 wireless platform: Supports modern, high-speed wireless connectivity for current peripherals and networks, where available.

Q: How many monitors can this Mac Studio drive, and what connections will I need?

A: It can drive up to five external displays. This model has four Thunderbolt 5 ports and one HDMI port, so multi-monitor setups may need USB-C, Thunderbolt or DisplayPort adapters depending on each screen’s input and resolution.

Q: Is 36GB of unified memory enough for this Mac Studio configuration?

A: Yes, 36GB suits many pro workloads, including high-resolution photo editing, large code projects and 4K to 8K video work. For very large 3D scenes or heavier local AI models, more unified memory is the upgrade that usually matters most.

Q: Is the 512GB SSD likely to be enough for professional use?

A: It depends on the workload. 512GB is workable for apps, current projects and scratch files, but large video libraries, sample packs and AI models can fill it quickly, so many buyers pair this configuration with fast external Thunderbolt storage.

Q: Can this Mac Studio run older Intel-based Mac apps, or only Apple silicon software?

A: Yes, it can run many older Intel-based Mac apps using Rosetta 2, while Apple silicon apps run natively. In macOS, app info usually shows whether software is Apple silicon or Intel, which helps when checking workflow compatibility before buying.

Q: Is this Mac Studio suitable for running AI workloads locally rather than in the cloud?

A: Yes, it is built for on-device AI, with the M5 Max chip, unified memory and high memory bandwidth helping local model work. The main limit is model size, because larger local LLMs and heavier training tasks generally need more memory and storage.