Mac Studio M4 Max 16-Core CPU/40-Core GPU Specs (2025)

The Mac Studio M4 Max 16-Core (Model ID Mac16,9, Model Number A3143, EMC 8549) is Apple’s most powerful configuration of the M4 Max lineup in 2025. Designed for high-end professionals in video production, AI development, 3D rendering, and music production, this model delivers performance that approaches the Ultra line in a compact form factor.

It features a 16-core M4 Max processor (12 performance cores and 4 efficiency cores), a 40-core GPU, and a 16-core Neural Engine. The system ships with 48GB of unified memory and a 512GB SSD, with build-to-order upgrades available at purchase.

Mac Studio M4 Max 16-Core (2025) Specifications

Component	Details
Processor	Apple M4 Max – 16-Core CPU (~4.5 GHz), 40-Core GPU
Neural Engine	16-Core
Media Engine	1 decode, 2 encode, 2 ProRes encode/decode engines
RAM (Unified)	48 GB base; upgradable to 64 GB or 128 GB (non-user upgradable)
Storage	512 GB SSD (removable, proprietary NAND)
Display Support	Up to 5 displays: 4 x 6K via Thunderbolt + 1 x 4K/8K via HDMI
Wireless	Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.3
Ports – Front	2x USB-C, 1x SDXC (UHS-II)
Ports – Back	4x Thunderbolt 5, 2x USB-A, 1x HDMI, 1x 10Gb Ethernet, 1x 3.5mm headphone jack
Dimensions (inches)	3.7 (H) x 7.7 (W) x 7.7 (D)
Weight	6.1 lbs (2.74 kg)
Preinstalled OS	macOS 15.3.2 (24D2082)
Form Factor	Mac Studio Cuboid
Price (US)	$2499 (base: 48GB RAM, 512GB SSD)

Why Upgrade to the Mac Studio M4 Max 16-Core?

More Cores, More Speed: With 12 performance cores and a 40-core GPU, it’s built for power-hungry workloads.
Bandwidth Boost: Memory bandwidth increases to 546 GB/s, enhancing performance in video editing and real-time rendering.
Advanced Media Handling: Hardware-accelerated HEVC, H.264, and ProRes video pipelines make it a top-tier choice for media professionals.
Flexible Display Options: Supports dual 8K or quad 6K displays + 1 HDMI simultaneously.
Modular Storage: Internal SSD is technically removable, and external upgrades are widely available.