Architect's technical teardown: VRAM capacity, memory bandwidth, TDP, and AI throughput — compared head-to-head for local LLM workloads.
The ultimate local LLM server. With massive unified memory, it effortlessly hosts 70B+ parameter models at lightning speeds with unbeatable thermal efficiency.
16-core Raptor Lake processor. Excellent balance of multi-core AI preprocessing performance, high clock speeds, and overall system value.
| Metric | Apple Mac Studio (M4 Ultra) | Intel Core i7-13700K |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM | 128GB | 0GB |
| Memory Bandwidth | 820 GB/s | 89.6 GB/s |
| AI Throughput (TOPS) | 220 | 1.2 |
| TDP (Power Draw) | 200W | 125W |
| Est. Price | $3,999.99 | $349.99 |