Apple Mac Studio M3 Ultra 2025, 96GB, 1TB SSD, Silver
MSI Codex R2 2025, Core i7-14700F, 32GB, 2TB SSD, RTX 5060, Black
What Buyers Say
Apple Mac Studio M3 Ultra 2025, 96GB, 1TB SSD, Silver
Users are overwhelmingly positive about this Mac, calling it a powerhouse and the best value for power users. They praise its multicore performance, GPU capabilities, and ability to handle demanding tasks like video editing and development without issues. The M3 Ultra is seen as a better value than the M4 Max, especially when configured with more memory.
Pros
- Powerful multicore performance
- Great GPU value
- Handles demanding tasks
- Fast exports
- Reliable and stable
Cons
- Single-core performance not noticeably fast
- Potential competition from M4 Max
MSI Codex R2 2025, Core i7-14700F, 32GB, 2TB SSD, RTX 5060, Black
The computer is praised for its gaming performance, quiet operation, and cool temperatures. However, a verified reviewer warns about RAM instability at max capacity and a long-term processor instability issue with no fix. Overall, most users are satisfied, especially when purchased on sale.
Pros
- Excellent gaming performance
- Quiet operation
- Cool temperatures
- Great value on sale
Cons
- RAM instability at max capacity
- Long-term processor instability
- No fix for processor issue
Scores
Specifications
| Apple Mac Studio M3 Ultra | MSI Codex R2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | ||
| CPU* | Apple M3 Ultra★ | Intel Core i7 14700F |
| CPU Multi-Core Score | ||
| Cores | 28★ | 20 |
| Frequency | 3.5 GHz★ | 2.1 GHz |
| L3 Cache | — | 33 MB★ |
| Graphics | ||
| GPU* | Apple M3 Ultra 60-core | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060★ |
| GPU Benchmark Score | ||
| Type | integrated★ | discrete |
| VRAM | — | 8 GB★ |
| VRAM Type | System Shared | GDDR7 |
| Memory & Storage | ||
| RAM | 96 GB★ | 32 GB |
| RAM Generation | — | DDR5★ |
| Storage 1 | 1 TB | 2 TB★ |
| Storage 1 Type | SSD | SSD |
| Build | ||
| Form Factor | sff | mid-tower |
| PSU | — | 650W★ |
| Weight | 3.64 kg | 13.15 kg |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB-C Ports | 6★ | 1 |
| USB Ports | 2 | 9★ |
| Thunderbolt | Thunderbolt 5 x 6 | — |
| HDMI | 1x HDMI | 1x HDMI 2.1 |
| DisplayPort | 0 | 3x DisplayPort 1.4a |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6 | Wi-Fi 6E★ |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.3★ |
| Ethernet | Gigabit Ethernet | 10/100/1000 |
| System | ||
| OS | macOS | Windows 11 Home |
Pros & Cons
Apple Mac Studio M3 Ultra 2025, 96GB, 1TB SSD, Silver
- Strong cpu (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong reliability (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong ram (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (95th percentile)95th %ile
MSI Codex R2 2025, Core i7-14700F, 32GB, 2TB SSD, RTX 5060, Black
- Strong port selection (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong cpu (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Strong storage (83rd percentile)83rd %ile
- Strong gpu (78th percentile)
Pricing
Apple Mac Studio M3 Ultra 2025, 96GB, 1TB SSD, Silver
MSI Codex R2 2025, Core i7-14700F, 32GB, 2TB SSD, RTX 5060, Black
No current pricing available
Verdict
Scores 100 overall, wins 6 of 8 usage categories and 7 of 26 specs.
