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How much GPU do music producers need?

Hi All,


I would like to upgrade my Macbook Pro from 2018 and am seeking advice.


I'm considering a Macbook Pro, Apple M2 Max with 12‑core CPU, 30‑core GPU and 16‑core Neural Engine.

32GB unified memory

2TB SSD storage


I'm not sure how much GPU would be best to purchase. I produce music, use a lot of plugins, and don't do too much video editing (only very occasional and basic video editing).


Is there anyone who owns one of these machines and can advise on whether the 19-core GPU, 30-core GPU or 38 would be best for someone like myself?


Thank you!


Sara

MacBook Pro (M2 Max, 2023)

Posted on May 25, 2023 5:24 PM

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Posted on May 26, 2023 7:42 AM

sarasimms327 wrote:

Hi All,

I would like to upgrade my Macbook Pro from 2018 and am seeking advice.

I'm considering a Macbook Pro, Apple M2 Max with 12‑core CPU, 30‑core GPU and 16‑core Neural Engine.
32GB unified memory
2TB SSD storage

I'm not sure how much GPU would be best to purchase. I produce music, use a lot of plugins, and don't do too much video editing (only very occasional and basic video editing).

Is there anyone who owns one of these machines and can advise on whether the 19-core GPU, 30-core GPU or 38 would be best for someone like myself?

Thank you!

Sara


Music would be CPU, GPU would be graphics.



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May 26, 2023 7:42 AM in response to sarasimms327

sarasimms327 wrote:

Hi All,

I would like to upgrade my Macbook Pro from 2018 and am seeking advice.

I'm considering a Macbook Pro, Apple M2 Max with 12‑core CPU, 30‑core GPU and 16‑core Neural Engine.
32GB unified memory
2TB SSD storage

I'm not sure how much GPU would be best to purchase. I produce music, use a lot of plugins, and don't do too much video editing (only very occasional and basic video editing).

Is there anyone who owns one of these machines and can advise on whether the 19-core GPU, 30-core GPU or 38 would be best for someone like myself?

Thank you!

Sara


Music would be CPU, GPU would be graphics.



Browse and shop our products in a one-on-one session with a Specialist at an Apple Store and find what’s right for you.

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