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Mac Studio, M5 Max Chip, 18-core CPU, 32-core GPU, 36GB memory, 512GB storage

Name: Mac Studio, M5 Max Chip, 18-core CPU, 32-core GPU, 36GB memory, 512GB storage
Brand: Apple

US · APPLE-CONFIG-MAC-STUDIO-M5MAX

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Configurable device · Advertised base configuration

Configurable modelAPPLE-CONFIG-MAC-STUDIO-M5MAX

Before you buy +

Configurable Apple Mac. Specifications describe the advertised initially selected base. The catalog reference is not a manufacturer SKU. Options include linked changes and currently unavailable choices where Apple states them. Confirm the final compatible build, price and availability in Apple’s configurator. Configure on the manufacturer’s site ↗

Specifications below preserve the published source wording. Unpublished values are unknown; they do not mean a feature is absent.

Tests and reviews

Published test results and reviewer comments are available below.

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The hardware

Full Specifications

Configuration choices and fixed specifications. Upgrade limits do not guarantee an orderable choice.

Performance — CPU / GPU▾

Chip family

M5 Max chip Serious speed and capability for creative projects and pro workflows.2 options with 16-core Neural Engine Buy from $2499 or $208.25/mo. per month for 12 mo.months Footnote ※ Lease from From $48.99/mo.per month for 36 mo.months with Apple Upgrade Footnote #
M5 Ultra chip Our most powerful chip, with unprecedented performance for the most demanding pro workflows.2 options with 32-core Neural Engine Buy from $5499 or $458.25/mo. per month for 12 mo.months Footnote ※ Lease from From $110.10/mo.per month for 36 mo.months with Apple Upgrade Footnote #

Manufacturer selects for this base tier: m5max. Chip. Choose from these powerful options.M5 Max chip Serious speed and capability for creative projects and pro workflows.2 options with 16-core Neural Engine Buy from $2499 or $208.25/mo. per month for 12 mo.months Footnote ※ Lease from From $48.99/mo.per month for 36 mo.months with Apple Upgrade Footnote #Select your processing power.18-core CPU, 32-core GPUIncluded18-core CPU, 40-core GPUBoost your processing and graphics rendering speed, and accelerate tasks like running large language models and editing 8K video.+ $300.00This selection requires an upgrade to 48GB memory, which will increase the total price of your Mac.M5 Ultra chip Our most powerful chip, with unprecedented performance for the most demanding pro workflows.2 options with 32-core Neural Engine Buy from $5499 or $458.25/mo. per month for 12 mo.months Footnote ※ Lease from From $110.10/mo.per month for 36 mo.months with Apple Upgrade Footnote # Choices can change other components, price and availability. Conditional choices require the changes stated by Apple; they are not independent combinations.

Manufacturer options ↗

Chip family (linked graphics)

M5 Max chip Serious speed and capability for creative projects and pro workflows.2 options with 16-core Neural Engine Buy from $2499 or $208.25/mo. per month for 12 mo.months Footnote ※ Lease from From $48.99/mo.per month for 36 mo.months with Apple Upgrade Footnote #
M5 Ultra chip Our most powerful chip, with unprecedented performance for the most demanding pro workflows.2 options with 32-core Neural Engine Buy from $5499 or $458.25/mo. per month for 12 mo.months Footnote ※ Lease from From $110.10/mo.per month for 36 mo.months with Apple Upgrade Footnote #

Graphics follow the selected chip and core combination. Manufacturer selects for this base tier: m5max. Chip. Choose from these powerful options.M5 Max chip Serious speed and capability for creative projects and pro workflows.2 options with 16-core Neural Engine Buy from $2499 or $208.25/mo. per month for 12 mo.months Footnote ※ Lease from From $48.99/mo.per month for 36 mo.months with Apple Upgrade Footnote #Select your processing power.18-core CPU, 32-core GPUIncluded18-core CPU, 40-core GPUBoost your processing and graphics rendering speed, and accelerate tasks like running large language models and editing 8K video.+ $300.00This selection requires an upgrade to 48GB memory, which will increase the total price of your Mac.M5 Ultra chip Our most powerful chip, with unprecedented performance for the most demanding pro workflows.2 options with 32-core Neural Engine Buy from $5499 or $458.25/mo. per month for 12 mo.months Footnote ※ Lease from From $110.10/mo.per month for 36 mo.months with Apple Upgrade Footnote # Choices can change other components, price and availability. Conditional choices require the changes stated by Apple; they are not independent combinations.

Manufacturer options ↗

CPU and GPU

18-core CPU, 32-core GPUIncluded
18-core CPU, 40-core GPUBoost your processing and graphics rendering speed, and accelerate tasks like running large language models and editing 8K video.+ $300.00This selection requires an upgrade to 48GB memory, which will increase the total price of your Mac.

Manufacturer selects for this base tier: m5max-18-32. Select your processing power.18-core CPU, 32-core GPUIncluded18-core CPU, 40-core GPUBoost your processing and graphics rendering speed, and accelerate tasks like running large language models and editing 8K video.+ $300.00This selection requires an upgrade to 48GB memory, which will increase the total price of your Mac. Choices can change other components, price and availability. Conditional choices require the changes stated by Apple; they are not independent combinations.

Manufacturer options ↗

CPU and GPU (linked graphics)

18-core CPU, 32-core GPUIncluded
18-core CPU, 40-core GPUBoost your processing and graphics rendering speed, and accelerate tasks like running large language models and editing 8K video.+ $300.00This selection requires an upgrade to 48GB memory, which will increase the total price of your Mac.

Graphics follow the selected chip and core combination. Manufacturer selects for this base tier: m5max-18-32. Select your processing power.18-core CPU, 32-core GPUIncluded18-core CPU, 40-core GPUBoost your processing and graphics rendering speed, and accelerate tasks like running large language models and editing 8K video.+ $300.00This selection requires an upgrade to 48GB memory, which will increase the total price of your Mac. Choices can change other components, price and availability. Conditional choices require the changes stated by Apple; they are not independent combinations.

Manufacturer options ↗

Memory & Storage▾

Installed RAM	36 GB Source & observation View specification source ↗ Observed 2026-10-06T14:05:07.729076+00:00 Apple exact US retail SKU and matching family technical specifications

Memory

36GBIncluded
48GBSee pricing and changes (requires linked configuration changes)
64GBSee pricing and changes (requires linked configuration changes)
96GBSee pricing and changes (requires linked configuration changes)
128GBSee pricing and changes (requires linked configuration changes)
256GBSee pricing and changes (requires linked configuration changes)

Manufacturer selects for this base tier: 36gb. Memory. Pick how much is right for you.36GBIncludedOr choose from more options.Available with a change to your chip. You’ll be able to review your new configuration before accepting the changes.48GBSee pricing and changes64GBSee pricing and changes96GBSee pricing and changes128GBSee pricing and changes256GBSee pricing and changes Choices can change other components, price and availability. Conditional choices require the changes stated by Apple; they are not independent combinations.

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Storage

512GBIncluded
1TB+ $300.00
2TB+ $800.00
4TB+ $1,800.00
8TB+ $3,800.00
16TBSee pricing and changes (requires linked configuration changes)

Manufacturer selects for this base tier: 512gb. Storage. Choose how much space you’ll need.512GBIncluded1TB+ $300.002TB+ $800.004TB+ $1,800.008TB+ $3,800.00Or choose from more options.Available with a change to your chip. You’ll be able to review your new configuration before accepting the changes.16TBSee pricing and changes Choices can change other components, price and availability. Conditional choices require the changes stated by Apple; they are not independent combinations.

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Display▾

Screen technology	Not applicable
Size	Not applicable Source & observation View specification source ↗ Observed 2026-10-06T14:05:07.729076+00:00 Apple exact US retail SKU and matching family technical specifications
Resolution	Not applicable Source & observation View specification source ↗ Observed 2026-10-06T14:05:07.729076+00:00 Apple exact US retail SKU and matching family technical specifications
Refresh rate	Not applicable Source & observation View specification source ↗ Observed 2026-10-06T14:05:07.729076+00:00 Apple exact US retail SKU and matching family technical specifications

Battery & Power▾

Battery capacity	Unpublished Source & observation View specification source ↗ Observed 2026-10-06T14:05:07.729076+00:00 Apple exact US retail SKU and matching family technical specifications
Power supply	Unpublished Source & observation View specification source ↗ Observed 2026-10-06T14:05:07.729076+00:00 Apple exact US retail SKU and matching family technical specifications

Connectivity▾

Ports

Four Thunderbolt 5 (USB-C) ports with support for: · Thunderbolt 5 (up to 120Gb/s) · USB 4 (up to 120Gb/s) · USB 3 (up to 10Gb/s) · DisplayPort 2.1 · Genlock · Two USB 3 (USB-A) ports (up to 5Gb/s) · HDMI 2.1 port · 10Gb Ethernet · 3.5 mm headphone jack · On front (M5 Max): · Two USB-C ports (up to 10Gb/s) · SDXC card slot (UHS-II)

Source & observation

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Observed 2026-10-06T14:05:07.729076+00:00

Apple exact US retail SKU and matching family technical specifications

Wireless & networking

Unpublished

Source & observation

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Observed 2026-10-06T14:05:07.729076+00:00

Apple exact US retail SKU and matching family technical specifications

Build & Physical▾

Weight	Unpublished Source & observation View specification source ↗ Observed 2026-10-06T14:05:07.729076+00:00 Apple exact US retail SKU and matching family technical specifications
Dimensions	Unpublished Source & observation View specification source ↗ Observed 2026-10-06T14:05:07.729076+00:00 Apple exact US retail SKU and matching family technical specifications

Software & Bundle▾

Operating system	macOS (version unspecified) Source & observation View specification source ↗ Observed 2026-10-06T14:05:07.729076+00:00 Apple exact US retail SKU and matching family technical specifications
Included bundle	Unpublished

Motherboard & Memory Expansion▾

Motherboard model	Unpublished Source & observation View specification source ↗ Observed 2026-10-06T14:05:07.729076+00:00 Unpublished: no unambiguous exact-device manufacturer specification
Total RAM slots	Unpublished Source & observation View specification source ↗ Observed 2026-10-06T14:05:07.729076+00:00 Unpublished: no unambiguous exact-device manufacturer specification

Independent testing

Benchmarks & Reviews

2 results from other configurations · 1 written review · 1 video

Geekbench 7 multi core (minor version not reported)35,658 pointsMacworld · Other configurationTest detailsHide details

Speed on short tasks using several processor cores, such as compressing files and processing photos.

Higher is better

Test conditions: Stock settings; named power mode not reported · macOS · Exact test version not reported
Test version: Geekbench 7 (minor version not reported)
Published: 2026-09-22
Measurement date: Unpublished
Reviewed setup: Mac Studio (M5 Max) · Apple M5 Max 18-core CPU · Apple M5 Max 40-core GPU · 128 GB RAM · 4000 GB storage · Wi-Fi
Configuration match: Same component/pair in another configuration. Potential only; target realization unmeasured. Different ram_gb Noncritical differences: gpu, storage_gb, region
Confidence: Moderate
Limitations: Measurement date unpublished · Sample origin unpublished · Pair/component fallback; target realization unmeasured
Source location: Companion benchmark table at https://www.macworld.com/article/2973459/2026-mac-studio-m5-release-date-specs-price-rumors.html ; Geekbench 7 (minor version not reported) / Multi-Core; reviewed-device row: Mac Studio (M5 Max)

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Geekbench 7 single core (minor version not reported)3,782 pointsMacworld · Other configurationTest detailsHide details

Speed on short tasks using one processor core, such as parts of web browsing and everyday apps.

Higher is better

Test conditions: Stock settings; named power mode not reported · macOS · Exact test version not reported
Test version: Geekbench 7 (minor version not reported)
Published: 2026-09-22
Measurement date: Unpublished
Reviewed setup: Mac Studio (M5 Max) · Apple M5 Max 18-core CPU · Apple M5 Max 40-core GPU · 128 GB RAM · 4000 GB storage · Wi-Fi
Configuration match: Same component/pair in another configuration. Potential only; target realization unmeasured. Different ram_gb Noncritical differences: gpu, storage_gb, region
Confidence: Moderate
Limitations: Measurement date unpublished · Sample origin unpublished · Pair/component fallback; target realization unmeasured
Source location: Companion benchmark table at https://www.macworld.com/article/2973459/2026-mac-studio-m5-release-date-specs-price-rumors.html ; Geekbench 7 (minor version not reported) / Single-Core; reviewed-device row: Mac Studio (M5 Max)

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Benchmarks & Reviews

Published test results and reviewer comments.

2 results from other configurations1 written review 1 video

Results marked “Other configuration” come from devices with a matching processor or graphics chip. This configuration may perform differently.

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Processor

Processor test results and sources
Test	Result	Test conditions	Source
Geekbench 7 multi core (minor version not reported)Speed on short tasks using several processor cores, such as compressing files and processing photos.Higher is better	35,658 pointsOther configuration	Stock settings; named power mode not reported · macOS · Exact test version not reported Reviewed setup: Mac Studio (M5 Max) · Apple M5 Max 18-core CPU · Apple M5 Max 40-core GPU · 128 GB RAM · 4000 GB storage · Wi-Fi	Macworld ↗2026-09-22
Geekbench 7 single core (minor version not reported)Speed on short tasks using one processor core, such as parts of web browsing and everyday apps.Higher is better	3,782 pointsOther configuration	Stock settings; named power mode not reported · macOS · Exact test version not reported Reviewed setup: Mac Studio (M5 Max) · Apple M5 Max 18-core CPU · Apple M5 Max 40-core GPU · 128 GB RAM · 4000 GB storage · Wi-Fi	Macworld ↗2026-09-22

Read the reviews

Macworld ↗2026-09-22Mac Studio (M5 Max) · Apple M5 Max 18-core CPU · Apple M5 Max 40-core GPU · 128 GB RAM · 4000 GB storage · Wi-Fi

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Macworld Podcast · 2026-09-30

Mac Studio and Mac mini reviews: Worth the money?

Macworld reviewers discuss their M6/M5 Pro Mac mini and M5 Max Mac Studio tests and value. Reviewed configurations differ.

Discussion by the team behind the written reviews.Watch on YouTube ↗

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Configuration matching & limitations

CPU/GPU-only tests do not depend on SSD capacity, colour or radio option. They do not establish battery life, storage speed or display quality.

Macworld: Numbers refer to the reviewed setup. Storage, screen finish and cellular options do not establish CPU/GPU differences; memory and chip-bin differences remain separate.

Macworld: Macworld reviewers discuss their M6/M5 Pro Mac mini and M5 Max Mac Studio tests and value. Reviewed configurations differ.

gaming pilot

cpu: Reviewer comments
gpu: Not measured
gaming: Not measured

performance pilot

cpu: Reviewer comments
gpu: Not measured
gaming: Not measured
sustained: Not measured

whole device

cpu: Reviewer comments
gpu: Not measured
gaming: Not measured
sustained: Not measured
noise: Not measured
battery: not applicable
display: not applicable
build: Not measured

An overall buying score is unavailable. The available measurements do not cover every aspect of the device.

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Mac Studio, M5 Max Chip, 18-core CPU, 32-core GPU, 36GB memory, 512GB storage

Full Specifications

Chip family

Chip family (linked graphics)

CPU and GPU

CPU and GPU (linked graphics)

Memory

Storage

Benchmarks & Reviews

Benchmarks & Reviews

Processor

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