Mac Studio With M5 Max Review: Apple's Best Desktop for Photographers and Video Editors
PetaPixel has assessed the Mac Studio equipped with the M5 Max chip, labeling it an exceptional choice for photo and video production. The M5 Max, introduced in a desktop variant, surpasses its laptop counterpart thanks to enhanced cooling capabilities and larger fans. The reviewed configuration boasts an 18-core CPU, a 40-core GPU, 128GB of RAM, and a 4TB SSD, priced at $6,899. A model with 64GB RAM and a 512GB SSD is available for $3,499, while the entry-level version, featuring 36GB RAM and a 512GB SSD, retails for $2,499. Measuring 3.7 inches in height and 7.7 inches in width and depth, it weighs around eight pounds and offers multiple ports. While it received high ratings in Adobe applications, it faced some criticism for its speakers and upgrade expenses.
Key facts
- PetaPixel reviewed the Mac Studio with M5 Max and called it the best Mac for photo and video it has tested
- The M5 Max chip debuted earlier this year in the MacBook Pro before coming to a desktop
- The tested configuration with 18-core CPU, 40-core GPU, 128GB unified memory, and 4TB SSD costs $6,899
- A Mac Studio with M5 Max, 64GB unified memory, and 512GB SSD is priced at $3,499
- The base Mac Studio with M5 Max, 36GB unified memory, and 512GB SSD costs $2,499
- The machine offers four Thunderbolt 5 ports on the back and two USB-C ports plus an SD card slot on the front
- The Mac Studio with M5 Max set record scores in Adobe Photoshop and Adobe Premiere Pro benchmarks
- The Mac Studio with M5 Ultra starts at $5,499 and will be reviewed by PetaPixel soon
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