Processor Comparison
M3 Max
M3 Max — 16-core Apple processor (12P+4E) scoring 142 single-core and 1698 multi-core in Cinebench 2024, with a 56 W TDP.
Key specifications
| Cinebench 2024 single-core | 142 |
|---|---|
| Cinebench 2024 multi-core | 1,698 |
| Cores | 16 |
| TDP (W) | 56 |
| L3 cache (MB) | — |
| PassMark CPU Mark | — |
| Street price (USD) | — |
About M3 Max
The M3 Max is a 16-core (12P+4E) Apple processor with a 56 W base TDP. In Cinebench 2024 it scores 142 single-core and 1,698 multi-core — a strong upper-midrange result. Single-core speed drives gaming and responsiveness; multi-core drives rendering and compilation.
The comparisons below show how M3 Max stacks up against the alternatives people most often weigh against it, with the specific numbers laid out side by side.
Frequently asked questions
Is the M3 Max any good?
M3 Max — 16-core Apple processor (12P+4E) scoring 142 single-core and 1698 multi-core in Cinebench 2024, with a 56 W TDP.
What are the key specs of the M3 Max?
See the specification table above for the full breakdown.
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Last updated 2026-07-01