Apple Mac Pro “M2 Ultra” 24 CPU/76 GPU Specs
BTO/CTO – Mac14,8 – A2786 – 8163
About this Mac Pro
The Apple Mac Pro “M2 Ultra” with a 24-core CPU and 76-core GPU was introduced on June 5, 2023. While maintaining a similar external appearance to its 2019 predecessors, this model boasts a completely revamped internal architecture. It transitions from Intel to Apple Silicon, resulting in a change in internal expansion capabilities. Essentially, the Mac Pro M2 Ultra series mirrors the Mac Studio in a larger form factor, offering more ports, support for internal storage upgrades, PCIe slots, and a larger power supply.
The heart of the Mac Pro M2 Ultra is its 3.68 GHz Apple M2 Ultra processor, which includes 24 cores (16 performance cores and eight efficiency cores), a 76-core GPU, and a 32-core Neural Engine. This setup is complemented by a “Media Engine” that provides hardware acceleration for video encoding and decoding. The machine comes standard with 64 GB of “unified” onboard RAM and a 1 TB SSD, which can be upgraded later.
For external connectivity, the Mac Pro M2 Ultra is equipped with two Thunderbolt 4 ports on the top and four on the back, along with two USB-A ports, two HDMI ports, two 10-Gigabit Ethernet ports, and a 3.5 mm headphone jack. It also supports 802.11ax (Wi-Fi 6E) and Bluetooth 5.3.
Internally, the Mac Pro offers one USB-A port and two Serial ATA ports, along with a half-length x4 PCI Express Gen 3 slot occupied by an Apple I/O card and six full-length PCI Express Gen 4 slots (two x16 slots and four x8 slots). This configuration provides ample opportunities for expansion and customization.
The Mac Pro M2 Ultra supports up to eight displays simultaneously, with resolutions up to 7680×4320 (8K). It is designed to cater to professionals who require exceptional processing and graphical power, such as in video editing, 3D rendering, and complex computational tasks.
In terms of design, the Mac Pro M2 Ultra maintains the tower form factor familiar to users of previous Mac Pro models. It measures 20.8 inches in height, 8.58 inches in width, and 17.7 inches in depth, and weighs approximately 37.2 lbs (16.86 kg). The system runs on macOS 13.4 and is compatible with the latest software updates from Apple.
Reviews from sources like The Verge highlight the impressive performance of the Mac Pro M2 Ultra, particularly noting its ability to handle demanding tasks like video work, photo editing, and other Adobe Creative Cloud applications with ease. The combination of the powerful M2 Ultra chip, extensive connectivity options, and the potential for internal upgrades makes the Mac Pro M2 Ultra a formidable machine for professional users.
3.68 GHZ Apple M2 Ultra
64 GB
1 TB SSD
Plugged-in
Storage & Memory
The Mac Pro “M2 Ultra” comes standard with 64 GB of unified onboard RAM, providing ample memory for demanding applications and multitasking. It includes a 1 TB SSD, ensuring fast data access and considerable storage space. At the time of purchase, options for RAM extend up to 192 GB, and SSD storage can be expanded up to 8 TB. 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 excels in multi-display support. The 76-core GPU can handle up to eight 4K displays, six 6K displays, or three 8K displays simultaneously. This capability is ideal for professionals requiring extensive screen real estate for detailed and expansive visual tasks.
OS & Processor
Running on macOS 13.4, the Mac Pro is powered by the Apple M2 Ultra processor. This 64-bit SoC features 24 cores (16 performance cores and 8 efficiency cores) and operates at approximately 3.68 GHz. The machine also boasts a 76-core GPU and a 32-core Neural Engine, significantly enhancing its performance for high-end computing tasks.
Memory & Architecture
The Mac Pro “M2 Ultra” ships with 64 GB of “unified” onboard RAM, based on a 64-bit architecture. This memory is configurable at the time of purchase but is not upgradable later. The system’s architecture is designed to maximize the efficiency and performance of the Apple Silicon.
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 Mac Pro also features extensive connectivity options, including multiple Thunderbolt 4 and USB-A ports, HDMI ports, and 10-Gigabit Ethernet ports, along with Wi-Fi 6E and Bluetooth 5.3 support. Internally, it includes several PCI Express slots for additional hardware expansion.
Inclusive Features
The Mac Pro includes the following features and ports:
- Apple M2 Ultra processor, operating at a speed of 3.68 GHz
- 24 cores, including 16 performance cores and 8 efficiency cores
- 76-core GPU is integrated for superior graphics performance
- 32-core Neural Engine for enhanced machine learning capabilities
- High memory bandwidth of 800 GB/s
- Comes standard with 64 GB of unified RAM, with the option to upgrade to 128 GB or 192 GB at the time of purchase
- 1 TB SSD for storage, upgradeable to 2 TB, 4 TB, or 8 TB
- Supports up to eight 4K displays, six 6K displays, or three 8K displays simultaneously
- Two Thunderbolt 4 ports on the top, four Thunderbolt 4 ports on the back, two USB-A ports, two HDMI ports, and two 10-Gigabit Ethernet ports
- Comes with macOS 13.4 pre-installed
- Classic Mac Pro tower form factor, measuring 20.8 x 8.58 x 17.7 inches and weighing approximately 37.2 lbs (16.86 kg)
| 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 | A2786 (EMC 8163) | Sound Out | 1 |
| Model ID | MacPro14,8
| Power Adapter | 1 |
