Compare the Mac Studio (2025) with Mac Studio (2023)
View the Mac Studio M3 Ultra and Mac Studio M4 Max
- Thanks to the M3 Ultra chip, this Mac Studio model is suitable for the most demanding graphics tasks.
- You can smoothly work in multiple demanding programs at the same time with the 96GB RAM.
- You can connect 8 monitors of 6K or 8K quality, so all your work looks razor-sharp and you have a good overview.
- To use the Apple Mac Studio, you need a monitor, mouse, and keyboard.
- You can't expand the RAM and storage because they're built into the chip.
- Thanks to the M4 Max chip, this Mac Studio model is suitable for complex graphics tasks.
- You can smoothly work in multiple programs at the same time with the 36GB RAM.
- You can connect 5 monitors of 4K or 6K quality, so all your work looks sharp and you have a good overview.
- To use the Apple Mac Studio, you need a monitor, mouse, and keyboard.
- Choose the Apple Mac Studio with M3 Ultra chip if you work in the most demanding programs.
Comparison Mac Studio (2025) and Mac Studio (2023)
| Apple Mac Studio (2025) | Apple Mac Studio (2023) | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | M4 Max or M3 Ultra | M2 Max or M1 Max |
| RAM | Up to 96GB | Up to 32GB |
| Storage | Up to 1TB | Up to 512GB |
| Ports | Up to 6 Thunderbolt 5 USB-C, 2 USB-A, HDMI, Ethernet, mini jack, SDXC | Up to 6 Thunderbolt 4 USB-C, 2 USB-A, HDMI, Ethernet, mini jack, SDXC |
| Connections | Bluetooth 5.3, WiFi 6E | Bluetooth 5.3 and WiFi 6E |
| Screens | Up to 8 monitors | Up to 5 monitors |
Processing power
Mac Studio (2025): for all the most demanding graphics tasks
The Apple Mac Studio (2025) is available with the M4 Max and M3 Ultra chip. With the M4 Max with 14 CPU and 32 GPU cores, you can smoothly create graphic designs and 3D designs. The M3 Ultra chip with 28 CPU and 60 GPU cores consists of 2 M3 Max chips, so it's twice as fast as the M2 Ultra. That way, you can smoothly design and render complex 3D files, perform demanding graphics tasks, and develop apps.
Mac Studio (2023): for professional use and 3D editing
The Apple Mac Studio (2023) is available with the M1 Max and M2 Max chip. The M1 Max with 10 CPU and 24 GPU cores is suitable for tasks like professional photo and video editing. With the M2 Max chip with 12 CPU and 30 GPU cores, you can professionally edit photos and videos as well as produce your own music. You can quickly render and process videos in 8K. Want to create complex 3D designs? Choose the Apple Mac Studio (2025).
Ports and connectors
Mac Studio (2025): faster Thunderbolt 5 ports
The Apple Mac Studio (2025) has the same ports as the Apple Mac Studio (2024). The Mac Studio (2025) does use Thunderbolt 5 in the USB-C ports, instead of Thunderbolt 4. This means you can transfer files up to 3 times faster. You can transfer data with speeds of up to 120GB/s. Just like its predecessor, the Apple Mac Studio (2025) has 2 USB-A ports, 6 USB-C ports, an HDMI and Ethernet port, a mini jack connector, and an SDXC card reader.
Mac Studio (2023): Thunderbolt 4 ports
The Apple Mac Studio (2023) works with Thunderbolt 4. This isn't as fast as Thunderbolt 5, so you transfer data less quickly. The Mac Studio has 2 Thunderbolt 4 ports and an SDXC card slot at the front. In the back, it has 4 Thunderbolt 4 ports, 2 USB-A ports, an HDMI port, an Ethernet port, and a mini jack connector. That way, you always have enough space for your peripherals.
Connections
Mac Studio (2025): connect up to 8 monitors
You can easily connect extra monitors to the Apple Mac Studio. With the M4 Max, you can connect up to 5 monitors of 4K or 6K quality. Do you have a model with the M3 Ultra? Connect up to 8 monitors of 6K or 8K. That way, all your work looks razor-sharp and you can quickly switch between apps. Just like the Mac Studio (2023), you can wirelessly connect many accessories via Bluetooth 5.3. With WiFi 6E, you're always ensured a fast and stable internet connection.
Mac Studio (2023): connect up to 5 monitors
You can connect up to 5 monitors to the Apple Mac Studio (2023), like a 6K or 8K display. This isn't as much as with the Mac Studio (2025), to which you can connect up to 8 monitors. Just like the Mac Studio (2025), the Mac Studio (2023) uses the powerful Bluetooth 5.3 connection for a stable connection with your accessories. These models also use WiFi 6E, so you have a fast and stable internet connection.
Conclusion
The Mac Studio (2025) is faster and more powerful than the Mac Studio (2023) thanks to the new M4 Max and M3 Ultra silicon chips. This makes the new models suitable for the most demanding graphics tasks and faster than the Mac Studio (2023). You can also quickly transfer files thanks to the renewed Thunderbolt 5 USB-C ports. You can connect up to 8 monitors to the Mac Studio (2025) instead of 5 monitors, so you can work with an even better overview.
