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Mac Studio M1 Max (24-core GPU): gaming performance

The Mac Studio M1 Max (24-core GPU) (2022) is a capable gaming Mac. In native games it runs Cyberpunk 2077 at about 48 FPS and Baldur's Gate 3 at about 56 FPS at 1080p High, and League of Legends at about 284 FPS. Windows games through CrossOver, like Counter-Strike 2, reach about 111 FPS. Its 24-core GPU performs roughly like a desktop Arc A580 in native games. With 32 GB of unified memory, about 20.8 GB is available for graphics.

Specs that matter for gaming

2022 · Mac Studio

ChipApple M1 Max
CPU10-core CPU (8P + 2E)
GPU24-core
Unified memory32 GB / 64 GB
DisplayExternal monitor
CoolingActive (fans)
Similar PCArc A580 + Ryzen 7 3700X

Cyberpunk 2077 by settings

Native Mac version, 32 GB memory.

Quality1080p1440p1440p + MetalFX
Low785877
Medium634562
High483347
Ultra382737

FPS in 16 games

High settings, 32 GB memory, average FPS. "CrossOver" means the Windows version through translation.

GameRuns as1080p1440p4K
Cyberpunk 2077Native483320
Baldur's Gate 3Native564125
Resident Evil 4Native523722
Assassin's Creed ShadowsNative382716
Death Stranding Director's CutNative574024
No Man's SkyNative553823
Lies of PNative624326
World of WarcraftNative575540
League of LegendsNative284212129
Minecraft (Java)Native180179158
Counter-Strike 2CrossOver1117847
Elden RingCrossOver402817
GTA V (story mode)CrossOver594427
ValorantNot on Mac–––
FortniteCloud only–––
Call of Duty: WarzoneNot on Mac–––

Try other games and settings

Similar Macs

MacBook Pro 14″ M1 Max (24-core GPU)2021 · Cyberpunk 1080p ≈48 FPSMacBook Pro 14″ M1 Max (32-core GPU)2021 · Cyberpunk 1080p ≈58 FPSMacBook Pro 16″ M1 Max (24-core GPU)2021 · Cyberpunk 1080p ≈48 FPSMacBook Pro 16″ M1 Max (32-core GPU)2021 · Cyberpunk 1080p ≈58 FPSMac Studio M1 Max (32-core GPU)2022 · Cyberpunk 1080p ≈58 FPSMac Studio M1 Ultra (48-core GPU)2022 · Cyberpunk 1080p ≈72 FPS

Mac Studio M1 Max (24-core GPU): quick answers

Is the Mac Studio M1 Max (24-core GPU) good for gaming?

The Mac Studio M1 Max (24-core GPU) (2022) is a capable gaming Mac. Expect about 48 FPS in Cyberpunk 2077 and 284 FPS in League of Legends at 1080p High.

What PC is the Mac Studio M1 Max (24-core GPU) equal to for gaming?

In native Mac games its graphics perform roughly like a Arc A580, with CPU performance close to a Ryzen 7 3700X. Windows games through CrossOver run about a third slower.

How much memory does the Mac Studio M1 Max (24-core GPU) need for gaming?

32 GB gives about 20.8 GB to graphics, which is enough for 1080p–1440p High. Configurations up to 64 GB help at 4K.