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Apple is taking big steps in artificial intelligence (AI) with its new M4 chip series. Launched in May 2024, the M4 chip has improved AI performance in Apple devices, making them faster and more efficient. But what’s next for the M4 series, especially in MacBooks? Let’s take a look.
The M4 chip has a 10-core CPU, a 10-core GPU, and a 16-core Neural Engine that can perform up to 38 trillion operations per second. This is a huge improvement over the M3 chip, making AI tasks much smoother. The first device to get this chip was the iPad Pro, which launched in May 2024, allowing better multitasking and AI-powered features.
In October 2024, Apple introduced more powerful versions of the M4 chip—M4 Pro and M4 Max.
• M4 Pro has up to a 14-core CPU and a 20-core GPU, making it almost twice as fast as the leading AI PC chips.
• M4 Max is even more powerful, with a 16-core CPU, a 40-core GPU, and support for up to 128GB of memory. This makes it perfect for professionals working with video editing, 3D modeling, and AI applications.
Apple also upgraded some Mac models with these chips. The iMac has the standard M4 chip, while the Mac mini now comes with both M4 and M4 Pro options. These updates bring major performance boosts while keeping Apple’s sleek designs.
The MacBook Pro was one of the biggest winners of the M4 update. With the M4 Pro and M4 Max chips, these laptops now offer top-tier performance and an amazing battery life of up to 24 hours.
• The 16-inch MacBook Pro starts at $3,999
• The 14-inch MacBook Pro starts at $2,499
These laptops are designed for power users, offering high-speed AI processing, machine learning capabilities, and smooth performance for professionals.
Apple is now expected to launch the M4-powered MacBook Air as early as February or March 2025. The new model will likely include:
• The base M4 chip
• 16GB of RAM
• A thin and lightweight design
This upgrade will bring AI-optimized performance to Apple’s most popular portable laptop, making AI computing accessible to more people.
The M4 chip series is changing the game for Apple’s Mac lineup. With better AI processing, improved battery life, and seamless macOS integration, these new chips make MacBooks more powerful than ever. The upcoming M4MacBook Air will likely push AI computing further into mainstream laptops, making advanced technology more available to everyday users.
