Apple Mac Studio M3 Ultra (2025)

Incredible performance ; Compact and stylish design ; Quiet

Not upgradable ; Expensive ; No Wi-Fi 7

The new Mac Studio won't be for everyone due to the kind of power it offers, not to mention its price, but if you're after a compact workstation that offers professional-grade performance then there really is no competition. The M3 Ultra chip is also...

M3 Ultra delivers unparalleled performance for specific workflows ; Massive memory and storage capacity ; Enhanced connectivity, with six Thunderbolt 5 ports

Prohibitively expensive for casual use, especially in top configurations ; Newer, cheaper M4 Max is better than M3 Ultra in some cases ; No Wi-Fi 7

The M3 Ultra-equipped Apple Mac Studio delivers the massive multi-core performance and workstation grunt that pros with demanding workflows need. However, its high price and older core architecture mean the M4 Max model is more versatile—and accessible.

M3 Ultra delivers epic CPU and GPU performance ; Silent operation even under heavy load ; Variety of ports including Thunderbolt 5

Can’t upgrade memory or SSD after purchase ; Memory and SSD upgrades are very pricey

Macs are rarely considered bargains, but the Mac Studio delivers striking levels of performance per dollar in M4 Max and M3 Ultra form.