Apple Mac Studio Desktop M5 Max 48GB Unified Memory 1TB SSD in Silver - Z1U4000E9

Apple Z1U4000E9 Mac Studio Desktop M5 Max 48GB Unified Memory 1TB SSD in Silver

The Apple Z1U4000E9 Mac Studio is a compact professional desktop computer configured with the M5 Max chip, an 18-core CPU, 40-core GPU, 16-core Neural Engine, 48GB of unified memory, 614GB/s memory bandwidth and a 1TB SSD.¹ Four Thunderbolt 5 ports reach up to 120Gb/s, while HDMI 2.1, 10Gb Ethernet, Wi-Fi 7,² Bluetooth 6, two front USB-C ports and an SDXC UHS-II slot support a broad studio setup. M5 Max also drives up to five external displays,³ giving creative, development, engineering and AI workflows room to scale.

Built for high-resolution RAW stacks, massive codebases, real-time 3D, motion graphics, video editing and local large language models, this Silver Mac Studio brings workstation-class capability to the Apple desktop lineup in an enclosure designed to fit under most displays. Its thermal system is engineered to sustain intensive work while staying quiet enough for focused studio sessions.

Key Features

M5 Max Professional Performance

Six super cores and 12 performance cores provide the CPU resources for massive code compilations, scientific analysis and high-resolution creative projects. The 40-core GPU and 614GB/s memory bandwidth help move complex graphics, data and shared assets through demanding workflows without separating them into dedicated CPU and GPU memory pools.

Workload Whisperer: On-Device AI

Neural Accelerators and a 16-core Neural Engine are built for local large language models, image generation, AI training, subject selection, rotoscoping and coding agents. Apple Intelligence emphasizes on-device processing and privacy, with Private Cloud Compute available for larger server-based models when needed.⁴

Third-Generation Ray Tracing and Media Engine

Hardware-accelerated ray tracing handles lighting, reflections and shadows for real-time 3D, design, VFX and supported games. The dedicated Media Engine accelerates H.264, HEVC, ProRes and ProRes RAW, includes AV1 decode, and supplies purpose-built encode and decode resources for high-resolution editing and playback.

Ready to Rig and Roll with Thunderbolt 5

Four rear Thunderbolt 5 USB-C ports deliver up to 120Gb/s for high-bandwidth storage, external PCIe expansion, daisy-chained devices, displays and low-latency clustered compute. Genlock support can synchronize compatible professional video hardware and workflows.⁵

Front-to-Back Studio Connectivity

Two front USB-C ports and the SDXC UHS-II card slot keep removable media and frequently used peripherals easy to reach. Around back, two USB-A ports, HDMI 2.1, 10Gb Ethernet and a 3.5 mm jack with advanced support for high-impedance headphones accommodate a wide range of studio equipment.

Up to Five External Displays

M5 Max can build a broad visual workspace across Thunderbolt and HDMI. Supported arrangements include four displays up to 6K at 60Hz or 4K at 165Hz plus a fifth HDMI display up to 5K at 60Hz; configurations with fewer displays can prioritize resolution up to 8K or refresh rates up to 240Hz.³

Plays It Cool and Quiet

The compact aluminum enclosure is intended to fit under most displays while keeping extensive connections within reach. Its thermal system is designed to maintain performance through batch video renders, coding-agent tasks and other intensive work without adding distracting noise to a focused workspace.

Let Your Pro Apps Fly

macOS is optimized for Apple silicon graphics, unified memory and machine learning. Native professional and AI-ready applications can draw on the integrated architecture for creative production, software development, engineering and data-focused workflows.

Features

• M5 Max 18-Core CPU and 40-Core GPU
  Combines six super cores and 12 performance cores with high-end graphics for compilation, rendering and complex creative work.
• 16-Core Neural Engine and Neural Accelerators
  Supports local language models, image generation, rotoscoping, subject selection and coding agents.
• 48GB Unified Memory, 614GB/s Bandwidth and 1TB SSD
  Gives processing, graphics and AI workloads fast access to a shared memory pool and solid-state storage.¹
• Ray Tracing and Dedicated Media Engine
  Accelerates 3D graphics plus H.264, HEVC, ProRes, ProRes RAW and AV1 video workflows.
• Four Thunderbolt 5 Ports Up to 120Gb/s
  Connects fast storage, displays, daisy chains, external PCIe hardware and compatible synchronized video systems.
• Front USB-C and SDXC UHS-II Access
  Keeps two USB-C connections and removable-media transfers conveniently within reach.
• Professional Rear I/O
  Adds two USB-A ports, HDMI 2.1, 10Gb Ethernet and a high-impedance-capable headphone jack.
• Up to Five External Displays
  Supports expansive production workspaces through flexible Thunderbolt and HDMI combinations.³
• Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 6 and Thread
  Provides current wireless networking and accessory connectivity alongside 10Gb Ethernet.²
• Compact, Quiet Thermal Design
  Sustains intensive tasks in a space-conscious enclosure designed for focused studio work.
• macOS and Apple Intelligence
  Integrates professional applications, machine learning, accessibility tools and privacy-focused system intelligence.⁴
• Recycled Materials and Fiber-Based Packaging
  Uses 35% recycled content by weight, 100% recycled aluminum in the enclosure and 100% fiber-based packaging.⁶

Footnotes:

¹ Actual formatted storage capacity is less than the stated nominal capacity.

² Wi-Fi 7 requires compatible equipment and network conditions; availability varies by country and region.

³ Mac Studio with M5 Max supports up to five external displays. Supported quantities and modes depend on resolution, refresh rate, connection method and system resources.

⁴ Apple Intelligence and Siri AI feature availability varies by language, region, operating-system version and release timing; usage limits may apply to features identified as beta or rolling out.

⁵ Genlock use requires compatible hardware and workflows.

⁶ Recycled-content percentages exclude packaging and in-box accessories. Packaging calculations may exclude adhesives, inks and coatings as specified by Apple.

ENERGY STAR certified.

Displays, keyboard, mouse, trackpad, external storage, external PCIe chassis and other pictured workspace accessories are optional and are not included in the box.