Apple Mac Pro “M2 Ultra” 24 CPU/60 GPU (Rack) Specs
BTO/CTO – Mac14,8 – A2787 – 8164
About this Mac Pro
Apple introduced the Mac Pro “M2 Ultra” 24-Core CPU/60-Core GPU (Rack-Mountable) on June 5, 2023. This high-end workstation is designed for professional users requiring exceptional processing and graphics capabilities.The heart of the Mac Pro M2 Ultra is its 64-bit Apple M2 Ultra processor. This powerful chip features 24 cores, comprising 16 performance cores and 8 efficiency cores, and operates at an estimated speed of 3.68 GHz. Accompanying the CPU is a robust 60-core GPU, designed to handle intensive graphics tasks with ease. The machine also includes a 32-core Neural Engine, which significantly enhances machine learning capabilities. The memory bandwidth of this model is an impressive 800 GB/s.
For video professionals, the Mac Pro M2 Ultra includes a specialized “Media Engine” that provides hardware acceleration for video encoding and decoding. This includes two video decode engines, four video encode engines, and four ProRes encode and decode engines, making it an ideal choice for video editing and production tasks.
The Mac Pro comes standard with 64 GB of “unified” onboard RAM, which can be configured up to 192 GB at the time of purchase. However, it’s important to note that the RAM is not user-upgradable after purchase. For storage, it starts with a 1 TB SSD, which can be upgraded using Apple’s Mac Pro SSD upgrade kit. The SSD offers a high-speed data transfer rate of 7.4 GB/s.
In terms of connectivity, the Mac Pro M2 Ultra is well-equipped. It features two Thunderbolt 4 ports on the front and four on the back, along with two USB-A ports, two HDMI ports, and two 10-Gigabit Ethernet ports. It also includes a 3.5 mm headphone jack. For wireless connectivity, it supports 802.11ax (Wi-Fi 6E) and Bluetooth 5.3.
Internally, the Mac Pro offers extensive expansion capabilities. It includes one USB-A port and two Serial ATA ports for additional storage. There are also six full-length PCI Express Gen 4 slots for further expansion, providing ample room for additional hardware and storage solutions.
The Mac Pro supports up to eight displays simultaneously, with varying resolutions depending on the number and type of displays connected. It can support up to three 8K displays, six 6K displays, or eight 4K displays.
This rack-mountable model is designed for integration into professional studio environments. It has a robust and durable design, with dimensions of 8.67 x 18.98 x 21.24 inches and an average weight of 37.9 lbs (17.21 kg). The Mac Pro runs on macOS 13.4 and supports virtualization for running Windows applications.
3.68 GHZ Apple M2 Ultra
64 GB
1 TB SSD
Plugged-in
Storage & Memory
This Mac Pro comes with 64 GB of unified onboard RAM, ensuring efficient handling of complex tasks and applications. It features a 1 TB SSD for fast data access and storage. The RAM and SSD are configurable at purchase, with options up to 192 GB for RAM and up to 8 TB for SSD. However, these components are not user-upgradable after purchase.
Display and Resolution
While the Mac Pro “M2 Ultra” does not include an integrated display, it supports a wide range of external displays. It can handle up to eight 4K displays, six 6K displays, or three 8K displays simultaneously. This flexibility allows professionals to create extensive and immersive multi-monitor setups, ideal for detailed visual work.
OS & Processor
Running on macOS 13.4, the Mac Pro is powered by a 3.68 GHz Apple M2 Ultra processor. This 64-bit SoC includes 24 cores (16 performance cores and 8 efficiency cores) and a 60-core GPU, complemented by a 32-core Neural Engine. These specifications make it well-suited for demanding computing tasks.
Memory & Architecture
The Mac Pro ships with 64 GB of “unified” onboard memory, based on a 64-bit architecture. This memory is configurable at the time of purchase but is not upgradable later. The system also features a “Media Engine” for enhanced video encoding and decoding capabilities.
Upgradability
The Mac Pro’s macOS can be updated to the latest version. While initial configurations allow for RAM and SSD upgrades, these are not user-serviceable post-purchase. The workstation offers extensive connectivity, including Thunderbolt 4, USB-A, HDMI ports, and 10-Gigabit Ethernet ports, along with Wi-Fi 6E and Bluetooth 5.3. Internally, it includes six PCI Express Gen 4 slots for hardware expansion.
Inclusive Features
The Mac Pro includes the following features and ports:
- Features a 3.68 GHz clock speed with 24 cores, including 16 performance cores and 8 efficiency cores
- Equipped with a 60-core GPU for superior graphics performance
- A 32-core Neural Engine for advanced machine learning applications
- High memory bandwidth of 800 GB/s
- Comes standard with 64 GB of unified onboard RAM and a 1 TB SSD, both upgradeable at the time of system purchase
- Includes two Thunderbolt 4 ports on the front, four on the back, two USB-A ports, two HDMI ports, and two 10-Gigabit Ethernet ports, along with a 3.5 mm headphone jack
- Supports 802.11ax (Wi-Fi 6E) and Bluetooth 5.3
- Features one USB-A port and two Serial ATA ports, plus six full-length PCI Express Gen 4 slots (two x16 slots and four x8 slots)
- Integrated “Media Engine” for enhanced video encoding and decoding
- Rack-mountable design, measuring 8.67 x 18.98 x 21.24 inches and weighing approximately 37.9 lbs (17.21 kg)
- Runs on macOS 13.4, compatible with virtualization for Windows applications
- Comes with a Magic Keyboard with Numeric Keypad and a Magic Mouse
| Introduced: June 5, 2023 | Discontinued: N/A | ||
| Display Details | Memory | ||
| Display Support | 8 displays | Level 1 Cache | 192k+128k+ x16, 128k+64k x8 |
| Resolution | 7680×4320 8K | Level 2/Level 3 Cache | 32 MB x16. 4 MB x8 |
| Processor | RAM Type | Unified | |
| Processors | 1 (24 Cores) | Min. RAM Speed | N/A |
| Architecture | 64-Bit | Standard RAM | 64 GB |
| Speed | 3.68 GHz | Maximum RAM | 192 GB |
| Type | Apple M2 Ultra | RAM Slots | None |
| Processor Upgrade | Soldered | Motherboard RAM | 64 GB |
| FPU | Integrated | Graphics | |
| System Bus Speed | N/A | Video Card | 60-core |
| Cache Bus Speed | N/A | VRAM Type | Integrated |
| ROM/Firmware | Proprietary | Standard VRAM | Integrated |
| EFI Architecture | 64-Bit | Maximum VRAM | Integrated |
| Storage | Inclusive Features and Ports | ||
| Standard Storage | 1 TB SSD | Standard Optical Drive | None |
| Storage Speed | 7.4 GB/s | Standard Ethernet | 10Gb (x2) |
| Storage Dimensions | Proprietary | Standard Modem | None |
| Storage Interface | Proprietary | Standard AirPort | 802.11ax (Wi-Fi 6E) |
| Battery | Standard Bluetooth | 5.3 | |
| Type | N/A | USB Port 3.0 | 8 (4); 2 (A) |
| Battery Life | N/A | FireWire Ports | None |
| Description | Keyboard | Magic Keyboard w/ Numeric | |
| Case Type | Tower | Expansion Slots | 6 PCIe Gen 4 |
| Form Factor | Mac Pro (2023) | Sound In | 1 |
| Apple Order No | BTO/CTO | Microphone | 1 |
| Apple Subfamily | Mac Pro 2023 | Headphone | 1 |
| Apple Model Number | A2787 (EMC 8164) | Sound Out | 1 |
| Model ID | MacPro14,8
| Power Adapter | 1 |
