Technical assessment
A summary based on specifications and results.
6.7Good
Apple A18 Pro (MacBook Neo) is a Laptop processor with 6 cores and 0 threads. It records a PassMark CPU Mark of 11823 and a single-thread rating of 3996.
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Apple A18 Pro (MacBook Neo)
Explore Apple A18 Pro (MacBook Neo) technical reviews, specifications and benchmark results, with practical context for laptop performance, efficiency and upgrade research.
Last updated: 2026-10-206.7/ 10
Technical rating
Good
Apple A18 Pro (MacBook Neo) is a Laptop processor with 6 cores and 0 threads. It records a PassMark CPU Mark of 11823 and a single-thread rating of 3996.
CPU Mark11,823
181 samples
Single Thread3,996
Overall rank#1,608
of 6,054
Reference price—
Good
Specification context
What do these specifications mean in practice?
The Apple A18 Pro (MacBook Neo) is a Laptop released in 2026. Recorded specifications include a 11,823 CPU Mark. Use these figures to understand its position, then compare the results with your software and the complete platform.
Read the performance results
The 11,823 CPU Mark is a broad overall-performance measure, while the 3,996 single-thread result adds context for less-parallel work. Compare the nearby alternatives on this page and do not treat one score as a verdict for every application.
Platform and compatibility
No confirmed socket is recorded for this processor. Verify the exact device or motherboard with the manufacturer before planning an upgrade.
Memory and power
Verify the system memory type, real power limits and cooling capacity.
FAQ
Common processor questions
What are the key Apple A18 Pro (MacBook Neo) specifications?
The main recorded details are a 11,823 CPU Mark. The tables on this page show socket, memory, cache and graphics data when available.
Is the Apple A18 Pro (MacBook Neo) good for gaming?
The product name or CPU Mark alone cannot answer that. Check single-thread performance, core count, the target graphics card, gaming resolution and results from the games you play.
Which motherboards support the Apple A18 Pro (MacBook Neo)?
A confirmed socket is not recorded here. Use the device model or manufacturer specifications to identify compatible hardware.
How much power does the Apple A18 Pro (MacBook Neo) use?
A structured TDP value is not currently available. Check the manufacturer specification and device power limits.
This guidance interprets recorded specifications and results; it does not claim hands-on device testing. Results can vary with motherboard, power, memory and cooling.
Multi-axis comparison
How does this processor compare?
A direct comparison with nearby processors from the same brand and a similar core count.
Overall and multi-core performance
A higher CPU Mark indicates stronger overall performance.
01AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 4650UAMD11,913 points
02Microsoft SQ3 @ 3.0 GHzUnknown11,825 points
03Apple A18 Pro (MacBook Neo)This CPU11,823 points
04Snapdragon 8cx Gen 3 @ 3.0 GHzUnknown11,794 points
05Intel Core i7-8700B @ 3.20GHzIntel11,738 points
Single-thread performance
Measures speed in tasks that depend on one CPU thread.
01Apple A18 Pro (MacBook Neo)This CPU3,996 points
02Intel Core i7-8700B @ 3.20GHzIntel2,705 points
03Snapdragon 8cx Gen 3 @ 3.0 GHzUnknown2,415 points
04Microsoft SQ3 @ 3.0 GHzUnknown2,397 points
05AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 4650UAMD2,341 points
Performance per watt
Estimated as CPU Mark divided by TDP.
01AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 4650UAMD794.2 Mark/W
02Intel Core i7-8700B @ 3.20GHzIntel180.6 Mark/W
Bars are relative to the processors shown here, not a global ranking of every CPU.
Detailed benchmark results
Snapshot from 2026-10-20
Core specifications
| Brand | Apple |
|---|---|
| Category | Laptop |
| Release year | 2026 |
| Socket | — |
| Cores / threads | 6 / — |
| Base clock | — |
| Max turbo | — |
| TDP | — |
| Integrated graphics | 5 Core GPU |
Memory support
| Memory type | — |
|---|---|
| Official speed | — |
| Maximum capacity | — |
Cache hierarchy
No structured cache data.