Apple Mac Studio M2 32GB 500GB
Apple

Mac Studio M2 32GB 500GB

CPU ARM M2 Max 12 Core
GPU M2 Max 30-core
Max RAM 64GB
Drives 1
From $1,620
Seller Apple

The Apple Mac Studio M2 32GB 500GB is a mini PC powered by the Apple ARM M2 Max 12 Core (M2 gen). It features 8 performance cores and 12 threads and a soldered CPU. Graphics are handled by the integrated Apple M2 Max 30-core. Supports up to 64GB of RAM at 6400 MT/s. Storage capacity of up to 1.0 drive. Connectivity includes USB4 40Gbps, HDMI 2.1. Networking features 1 Ethernet port (up to 10G). Dimensions: 197 × 197 × 95mm (3.69L). Uses a Custom PSU (370W), 34W TDP.

CPU & Performance

CPUARM M2 Max 12 Core
GenerationM2
P-Cores8
Threads12
Single-core78
Multi-core48
Socket0

GPU

GPUM2 Max 30-core
Discrete GPUNo
Integrated GPUYes
eGPU supportNo
iGPU FP3210650

RAM

Max RAM64GB
Max speed6400 MT/s
ECC supportNo

Storage

Max drives1
SD cardYes

Ports & Connectivity

HDMI 2.11
USB4 40Gbps6
Max displays4

Network

Max Ethernet1G
10G ports1
vProN

Physical

Dimensions197 × 197 × 95 mm
Volume3.69L
Fan size70mm

Power

TDP34W
Idle9W
Load100W
Peak101W
PSU typeCustom
PSU370W

Pricing

Minimum$2,000
Barebone est.$1,620

Additional

Recommended for productivity, software development, multitasking, media use, light gaming, larger multitasking workloads, and network-focused setups. Consider Apple Mac Studio M2 32GB 500GB if you want a mini PC built around its listed Apple ARM M2 Max 12 Core processor and Apple M2 Max 30-core integrated GPU. It is less suitable for heavy gaming than models with a discrete GPU, but the listed expansion and integrated graphics options make it flexible for everyday workloads.

Apple Mac Studio M2 32GB 500GB features Apple ARM M2 Max 12 Core with Apple M2 Max 30-core integrated GPU, offering 1× 10G Ethernet and USB4 and HDMI 2.1. CPU details include M2 CPU generation, 8 performance cores, and 12 threads. Memory support includes up to 64GB RAMat 6400 MT/s. Storage support includes up to 1 storage drive and SD card reader. Display support includes support for up to 4 displays. Port connectivity includes 6× USB4 40Gbps and 1× HDMI 2.1. Networking includes 1× 10G Ethernet. Physical design includes a 197 × 197 × 95 mm chassis (3.69L). Cooling information lists 70 mm main fan and 70 mm secondary fan. Power information lists Custom power supply rated at 370W and 34W TDP. Lifecycle information lists release date listed as 1-Jul-2023.

Based on its overall score of 321.9, Apple Mac Studio M2 32GB 500GB is positioned as a strong upper-range mini PC entry in this dataset; compare it against alternatives by CPU class, GPU type, memory ceiling, storage expansion, LAN, and port selection.

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