Architect's technical teardown: VRAM capacity, memory bandwidth, TDP, and AI throughput — compared head-to-head for local LLM workloads.
Apple Silicon powerhouse. M4 Max unified memory architecture enables seamless CPU+GPU memory sharing — ideal for local LLM inference without discrete GPU complexity.
The ultimate local LLM server. With massive unified memory, it effortlessly hosts 70B+ parameter models at lightning speeds with unbeatable thermal efficiency.
| Metric | Apple Mac Studio (M4 Max) | Apple Mac Studio (M4 Ultra) |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM | 36GB | 128GB |
| Memory Bandwidth | 410 GB/s | 820 GB/s |
| AI Throughput (TOPS) | 110 | 220 |
| TDP (Power Draw) | 140W | 200W |
| Est. Price | $1,999.99 | $3,999.99 |