Apple's 2023 Mac Pro boosted with M2 Ultra wows on Geekbench

Apple's prowess with its M series processors continues to stand out. The recent WWDC 2023 conference saw the launch of the Mac Pro model, powered by the M2 Ultra, marking Apple's definitive break from Intel. The new Mac Pro's benchmark scores have now been revealed and they present an impressive picture. Here's a detailed overview.

The 2023 iteration of Mac Pro is a beast of a machine, designed for professionals requiring a high-octane performance for tasks such as video editing, 3D rendering, and scientific computation. It's armed with Apple's most potent chip yet - the M2 Ultra. Housing 24 CPU cores, up to 76 GPU cores, and a 32-core Neural Engine, the M2 Ultra positions the Mac Pro as one of the leading powerhouses in the computer market. The degree of its might, however, is best demonstrated by the recent benchmark scores.

Apple's 2023 Mac Pro boosted with M2 Ultra wows on Geekbench

The latest benchmark scores, as posted on Geekbench, show that the new Mac Pro equipped with the M2 Ultra chip recorded a score of 2,794 in the single-core test and 21,453 in the multi-core test. These figures stand in stark contrast to the preceding Mac Pro generation, which posted a single-core score of 1,378 and a multi-core score of 10,390. Thus, the M2 Ultra reveals a 20% increase in single-core performance and a 25% increase in multi-core performance compared to the M1 Ultra.

The M2 Ultra achieves such impressive performance as it merges two M2 Max chips using its UltraFusion architecture. However, this degree of performance comes with a hefty price tag. The latest Mac Pro, now available for orders, starts at $6,999. Those not requiring the full firepower of the M2 Ultra chip might consider opting for the Mac Studio, which is also equipped with the M2 Ultra chip and starts at a slightly more affordable $3,999.

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