Apple Mac Pro “12-Core” 3.3 GHz (2019 – Rack) Specs
Mac Pro – A2304 – BTO/CTO
About this Mac Pro
Apple launched the Mac Pro 12-core 3.3 GHz Rack model on June 3, 2019. This model has identical internals to its tower variant but has a different Rack-Mountable case design. These models are more expensive than their tower counterparts, with the capability to slide into a 5U rack.
The Apple Mac Pro 12-Core (2019-Rack) is driven by a powerful 3.3 GHz Intel Xeon W (W-3235) with 64-bit architecture. This processor has twelve cores, each with a clock speed of 3.3 GHz and support for multithreading, and can reach speeds of up to 4.4 GHz with Turbo Boost. The processor also boasts 31.25 MB of cache and a T2 security chip to secure the boot process and provide hardware-level encryption for data. Initially, the graphics card for this model was the AMD Radeon Pro 580X with 8 GB of GDDR5 memory, which was later upgraded to the AMD Radeon Pro W5500X with 8 GB of GDDR6 memory for better performance and graphics quality. The default RAM for this model is 32 GB DDR4 with a minimum speed of 2933 MHz, and it can also be configured with additional RAM options. The standard storage for this model is an expandable 256 GB SSD, which was later updated to a 512 GB SSD in 2022. It has a standard storage speed of 3.4 GB/s.
This model is delivered with a Silver and Black Magic Keyboard with Numeric Keypad and a Magic Mouse 2. A Magic Trackpad 2 can also be purchased as an optional addition later.
It boasts a range of connectivity options as part of its standard setup, including two USB 3.0 ports, four Thunderbolt 3 ports, two HDMI 2.0 ports, two 10 Gb Ethernet ports, and a 3.5 mm headphone jack with headset support. Wireless connectivity is available through 802.11ac Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 5.0. Furthermore, available PCIe slots offer further options for expanding connectivity.
This Mac Pro is pre-installed with MacOS X 10.15.1 (19B88).
3.3 GHz 12-Core Xeon W (W-3235)
32 GB
256, 512 GB SSD
N/A
Storage & Memory
This Mac Pro has 32 GB of RAM, which can be upgraded to a maximum of 1 TB. It comes with a default storage of 256 GB or 512 GB SSD, which can be configured to higher capacities of 1 TB, 2 TB, 4 TB, or 8 TB by adding additional SSD modules of 512 GB, 1 TB, 2 TB, or 4 TB, respectively. Initially, this model was equipped with AMD Radeon Pro 580X graphics with 8 GB of GDDR5 memory as the default, with a maximum VRAM of 64 GB, but it was later updated to AMD Radeon Pro W5500X with 8 GB of GDDR6 memory, starting on July 1, 2020.
Screen Size and Resolution
The original configuration of this Mac Pro came with the AMD Radeon Pro 580X GPU, which could support a maximum of six 4K displays, two 5K displays, or two Pro Display XDRs with a resolution of 6K. However, on March 8, 2022, Apple changed the standard graphics to the AMD Radeon Pro W5500X, which can support up to four 4K displays, one 5K display, or one Pro Display XDR.
OS & Processor
This Mac Pro comes with Mac OS X 10.15.1 (19B88) pre-installed and is powered by a high-performance 12-Core Xeon W (W-3235) processor with a clock speed of 3.3 GHz and a turbo boost of 4.4 GHz. A T2 security chip secures it.
Memory & Architecture
This Mac Pro model operates with 32 GB of 2933 MHz DDR4 ECC memory, which can be upgraded to a maximum of 1 TB. It uses a 64-bit architecture, as with previous models.
Upgradability
This Mac Pro model comes with 32 GB of default RAM. It can be upgraded to 1 TB. The Mac OS X 10.15.1 (19B88) operating system can also be upgraded to the latest version, macOS Ventura (macOS 13), except for a few minor features such as Live Captions in FaceTime, Emoji Dictation and Reference Mode with Sidecar. The Mac Pro is also capable of running Windows 10 (64-Bit).
This model comes with a Rack Mountable case design with dimensions of 8.67 x 18.98 x 21.24 inches and a weight of 38.8 lbs. (17.6 kg).
Inclusive Features
- High-performance Intel Xeon W (W-3235)
- 64-bit twelve-core design with multithreading (24 threads)
- Turbo Boost capability (up to 4.4 GHz clock speed)
- Radeon Pro W5500X graphics card with 8 GB of GDDR6 memory
- Expandable 32 GB DDR4 ECC memory
- Supports 2933MHz RAM speed
- Standard storage of 512 GB SSD (with 3.4 GB/s speed)
- Comes with a Magic Keyboard with Numeric Keypad and Magic Mouse 2
- Several connectivity options (USB 3.0, Thunderbolt 3, HDMI 2.0, 10 Gb Ethernet, headphone jack)
- Large cache size of 31.25 MB
- T2 security chip for enhanced security
- Extra RAM slots for further expansion
- 8 PCIe slots for added connectivity options
- Supports up to 4-6 external screens
- Wireless connectivity support (Bluetooth 5.0 and 802.11ac Wi-Fi)
- Comes pre-installed with MacOS X 10.15.1 (19B88)
- Ideal for professional users
- Highly customizable and expandable
- Rack Mountable case design
| Introduced: June 3, 2019 | Discontinued: N/A | ||
| Display Details | Memory | ||
| Display Support | Up to 4-6 displays | Level 1 Cache | 32k/32k x8 |
| Resolution | 4K, 5K, 6K | Level 2/Level 3 Cache | 24.5 MB |
| Processor | RAM Type | DDR4 ECC | |
| Processors | 1 (12 Cores) | Min. RAM Speed | 2666 MHz |
| Architecture | 64-Bit | Standard RAM | 32 GB |
| Speed | 3.5 GHz | Maximum RAM | 1 TB |
| Type | 8-Core Xeon W (W-3223) | RAM Slots | 12 |
| Processor Upgrade | LGA 3647 (Socket P) | Motherboard RAM | None |
| FPU | Integrated | Graphics | |
| System Bus Speed | 8 GT/s (DMI3) | Video Card | AMD Radeon Pro 580X |
| Cache Bus Speed | 3.5 GHz (Built-in) | VRAM Type | GDDR5 SDRAM |
| ROM/Firmware | EFI | Standard VRAM | 8 GB |
| EFI Architecture | 64-Bit | Maximum VRAM | 64 GB |
| Storage | Inclusive Features and Ports | ||
| Standard Storage | 256, 512 GB SSD | Standard Optical Drive | None |
| Storage Speed | 2.6 – 2.7 GB/s | Standard Ethernet | 10Gb (x2) |
| Storage Dimensions | Proprietary | Standard Modem | None |
| Storage Interface | Proprietary | Standard AirPort | 802.11ac |
| Battery | Standard Bluetooth | 5.0 | |
| Type | N/A | USB Port 3.0 | 2 (3.0), 4 (C) |
| Battery Life | N/A | FireWire Ports | None |
| Description | Keyboard | Magic Keyboard w/ Numeric | |
| Case Type | Rack-Mountable | Expansion Slots | 8 PCIe |
| Form Factor | Mac Pro (Rack) | Sound In | 1 |
| Apple Order No | BTO/CTO | Microphone | 1 |
| Apple Subfamily | 2019 | Headphone | 1 |
| Apple Model Number | A2304 (EMC 3413) | Sound Out | 1 |
| Model ID | MacPro7,1
| Power Adapter | 1 |
