Apple Silicon
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Apple_silicon
Apple silicon is a series of system on a chip (SoC) and
system in a package (SiP) processors designed by Apple Inc.,
mainly using the ARM architecture. They are the basis of
most new Mac computers as well as all iPhone, iPad, Apple
TV, and Apple Watch devices and of products such as AirPods,
AirTag and HomePod.
Mac computers with Apple silicon
https://www.apple.com/mac/
https://arxiv.org/pdf/2211.00720.pdf
Unified memory architecture (UMA) is a hallmark of Apple silicon
https://macdailynews.com/2023/11/08/ram-in-a-mac-iphone-or-ipad-is-not-the-same-as-ram-in-a-pc-phone-or-tablet/
The measure in nanometers (nm) describes the size of the
smallest features that can be reliably manufactured on the
chip. Smaller transistors can be packed more densely, use
less energy, and generate less heat.
M1-series Apple Silicon SoC (N5)
Family CPU GPU Neural Eng Memory
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M1 4 P, 4 E cores, 8 core GPU, 16 core NE, 16 GB
M1 Pro 8 P, 2 E cores, 16 core GPU, 16 core NE, 32 GB
M1 Max 8 P, 2 E cores, 32 core GPU, 16 core NE, 64 GB
M1 Ultra 16 P, 4 E cores, 64 core GPU, 32 core NE, 128 GB
M2-series Apple Silicon SoC (N5P)
Family CPU GPU Neural Eng Memory
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M2 4 P, 4 E cores, 10 core GPU, 16 core NE, 24 GB
M2 Pro 8 P, 4 E cores, 19 core GPU, 16 core NE, 32 GB
M2 Max 8 P, 4 E cores, 38 core GPU, 16 core NE, 96 GB
M2 Ultra 16 P, 8 E cores, 76 core GPU, 32 core NE, 192 GB
M3-series Apple Silicon SoC (N3B) - Oct.30, 2023
Family CPU GPU Neural Eng Memory
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M3 4 P, 4 E cores, 10 core GPU, 16 core NE, 24 GB
M3 Pro 6 P, 6 E cores, 18 core GPU, 16 core NE, 36 GB
M3 Max 12 P, 4 E cores, 40 core GPU, 16 core NE, 128 GB
M3 Ultra 24 P, 8 E cores, 80 core GPU, 32 core NE, 256 GB
M4-series Apple Silicon SoC (N3E) for iPad/Macs (Specs)
Family CPU GPU Neural Eng Memory
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M4 4 P, 6 E cores, 10 core GPU, 16 core NE, 32 GB
M4 Pro 10 P, 4 E cores, 32 core GPU, 16 core NE, 64 GB
M4 Max 12 P, 4 E cores, 40 core GPU, 16 core NE, 128 GB
M4 Ultra 24 P, 8 E cores, 80 core GPU, 32 core NE, 256 GB
M5-series Apple Silicon SoC (N3P) for iPad/Macs (in production)
Family CPU GPU Neural Eng Memory
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What’s New with Apple’s M5 Chip? A Deep Dive into the Next-Gen
Silicon
https://www.simplymac.com/tech/whats-new-with-apples-m5-chip-a-deep-dive-into-the-next-gen-silicon
The M5 chip is a critical milestone in Apple’s ambitious
silicon roadmap, which is already looking ahead to the M6
generation. Each iteration not only improves on raw speed but
also deepens integration with Apple’s software ecosystem,
enabling features like advanced machine learning, enhanced
security, and improved multimedia processing.
This vertical integration—designing both the hardware and
software—gives Apple a unique advantage, allowing it to
tailor chips precisely to the needs of its devices and users.
As a result, Apple’s Macs and iPads continue to close the gap
with, and in some cases surpass, traditional x86-based PCs in
both performance and efficiency.
For consumers, the M5-powered devices promise smoother
multitasking, faster app launches, and longer battery life,
enhancing everyday productivity and entertainment
experiences. For creative professionals and developers, the
enhanced GPU capabilities and expanded memory bandwidth open
new possibilities for video editing, 3D rendering, and
software development on portable devices.
Inside M4 chips: CPU core management
https://eclecticlight.co/2024/12/05/inside-m4-chips-cpu-core-management/
https://eclecticlight.co/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/m4coremanagement1.pdf
Latest News About Apple Silicon
https://techurls.com/?q=Apple%2BSilicon
New Video Provides Rare Look Inside an Apple Silicon Lab
Apple_Silicon.mp4
M4 Pro and M4 Max chips
https://www.apple.com/newsroom/2024/10/apple-introduces-m4-pro-and-m4-max/
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