Apple Mac Studio Desktop M5 Max 36GB Unified Memory 512GB SSD in Silver - MHL64LL/A

Apple MHL64LL/A Mac Studio Desktop M5 Max 36GB Unified Memory 512GB SSD in Silver

Apple Mac Studio MHL64LL/A is a Silver professional desktop computer powered by the Apple M5 Max chip, with an 18-core CPU, 32-core GPU, 16-core Neural Engine, Neural Accelerators, and 460GB/s memory bandwidth. This configuration pairs 36GB of unified memory with a 512GB SSD¹, dedicated media engines for H.264, HEVC, ProRes, ProRes RAW, and AV1 workflows, and third-generation hardware-accelerated ray tracing. Four Thunderbolt 5 ports deliver up to 120Gb/s, while support for up to five external displays expands editing, development, design, AI, and monitoring workspaces.²

This Apple desktop computer places HDMI 2.1, 10Gb Ethernet, USB-A, front USB-C, SDXC UHS-II, and headphone connections within reach, along with Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 6, and Thread.³ Its compact thermal system is designed to sustain intensive local workloads while staying remarkably quiet, whether processing batch video renders, running coding agents, or working with large language models.

Key Features

M5 Max Performance for Pro Workloads

The 18-core CPU combines six super cores with 12 performance cores, while the 32-core GPU and 460GB/s memory bandwidth give compute-heavy and graphics-heavy applications substantial resources. Apple Mac Studio MHL64LL/A is built for professionals choosing a desktop computer for high-resolution RAW stacks, massive codebases, real-time 3D and motion graphics, and local large language models.

Media Engine and Third-Generation Ray Tracing

Dedicated hardware accelerates H.264, HEVC, ProRes, and ProRes RAW, with one video decode engine, two video encode engines, two ProRes encode and decode engines, and AV1 decode. Editors can move through playback, encoding, and finishing without relying on general-purpose processing alone.

The third-generation ray-tracing engine produces more realistic lighting, reflections, and shadows for 3D, VFX, design, and supported games, helping artists evaluate complex scenes with greater visual detail.

On-Device AI With Privacy Designed In

Neural Accelerators in the GPU work with the 16-core Neural Engine and unified memory architecture to run demanding AI apps and models locally. Supported workflows include image generation, visual selections, rotoscoping, coding agents, and end-to-end agentic tasks.

Apple Intelligence and Siri AI add writing, automation, visual, search, and conversational capabilities, while on-device processing and Private Cloud Compute are designed to protect personal information.⁴

Thunderbolt 5 and Extensive Pro I/O

Four rear Thunderbolt 5 ports support speeds up to 120Gb/s, native DisplayPort 2.1, and genlock for high-bandwidth storage, display chains, video synchronization, clustered systems, docks, and external PCIe chassis.

HDMI 2.1, 10Gb Ethernet, two USB-A ports, two front USB-C ports, an SDXC UHS-II card slot, and a 3.5 mm headphone jack make it easier to connect current and legacy studio equipment without a tower-sized workstation.

Up to Five External Displays

The M5 Max configuration supports as many as five external displays through combinations of Thunderbolt and HDMI.² That flexibility gives editors, developers, designers, and monitoring teams room to spread timelines, tools, references, code, and output across a broad workspace.

Supported display features include variable refresh rate, HDR, multichannel audio, and up to four external displays connected through a single Thunderbolt port.

Compact, Quiet Thermal Design

The internal thermal system helps Apple Mac Studio MHL64LL/A maintain performance through sustained intensive work while remaining remarkably quiet. Batch renders, compilation tasks, and local AI processes can continue without becoming a constant distraction.

macOS and Pro Applications

macOS is designed to take advantage of Apple silicon graphics, unified memory, and machine-learning capabilities. Tens of thousands of natively optimized applications include professional and AI-ready tools such as Final Cut Pro, DaVinci Resolve, and Adobe Photoshop.

Designed With Recycled Materials

The enclosure, thermal module sheet, chassis, and brackets use 100% recycled aluminum, while selected components incorporate recycled copper, gold, tin, and steel. The device contains 35% recycled content by weight and uses 100% fiber-based packaging.⁵

Features

• Apple M5 Max Chip
  An 18-core CPU and 32-core GPU provide compute and graphics power for demanding professional projects.
• 460GB/s Memory Bandwidth
  High-throughput data movement supports intensive CPU, GPU, and AI workloads.
• 36GB Unified Memory
  One shared memory pool serves the CPU, GPU, and Neural Engine for large tasks and heavy multitasking.
• 512GB SSD
  Fast local storage keeps applications, active projects, media, and AI models readily available.¹
• Advanced Media Engine
  Dedicated H.264, HEVC, ProRes, ProRes RAW, and AV1 hardware supports professional playback, editing, encoding, and finishing.
• Third-Generation Ray Tracing
  Hardware acceleration enhances lighting, reflections, and shadows in 3D, VFX, design, and supported games.
• 16-Core Neural Engine
  Neural Accelerators and dedicated AI hardware speed local machine-learning and generative workflows.
• Up to Five External Displays
  Flexible Thunderbolt and HDMI arrangements create an expansive space for creative, development, and monitoring tools.²
• Four Thunderbolt 5 Ports
  Speeds up to 120Gb/s support high-bandwidth storage, displays, docks, synchronization equipment, and PCIe expansion.
• Extensive Pro I/O
  HDMI 2.1, 10Gb Ethernet, USB-A, front USB-C, SDXC UHS-II, and headphone connections accommodate varied studio gear.
• Apple N1 Wireless Chip
  Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 6, and Thread provide current-generation network, peripheral, and smart-home connectivity.³
• Compact Thermal System
  Efficient cooling helps sustain intensive workloads while keeping operation remarkably quiet.
• Apple Intelligence and Siri AI
  Integrated tools assist with writing, automation, visual tasks, search, and conversational requests.⁴
• macOS
  The operating system is optimized for Apple silicon graphics, unified memory, machine learning, and professional applications.
• 35% Recycled Content
  Recycled metals and fiber-based packaging help reduce the product's material impact.⁵
• ENERGY STAR Certified
  The desktop meets ENERGY STAR efficiency requirements.

Footnotes:

¹ Storage capacity uses 1GB = 1 billion bytes and 1TB = 1 trillion bytes; actual formatted capacity is less.

² Display count, resolution, and refresh rate depend on the chip and connection arrangement. This M5 Max configuration supports up to five external displays.

³ Wi-Fi 7 availability varies by country; performance also depends on router and network conditions.

⁴ Apple Intelligence and Siri AI feature, language, region, device, and operating-system availability varies. Certain server-side features are subject to daily usage limits, and expanded access may be offered for a fee.

⁵ Recycled or renewable content is measured by mass relative to the device and excludes packaging and in-box accessories. Fiber-based packaging is calculated from U.S. retail packaging by weight; adhesives, inks, and coatings are excluded.

ENERGY STAR certified.

External displays, keyboards, mice, trackpads, and other accessories are sold separately and are not included with Apple Mac Studio MHL64LL/A.