Technical assessment
A summary based on specifications and results.
9.9Excellent
Apple M3 Ultra 28 Core is a Desktop processor with 28 cores and 0 threads. It records a PassMark CPU Mark of 68607 and a single-thread rating of 5122.
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Apple M3 Ultra 28 Core
Explore Apple M3 Ultra 28 Core technical reviews, specifications and benchmark results, with practical context for performance, compatibility and upgrade comparisons.
Last updated: 2026-10-209.9/ 10
Technical rating
Excellent
Apple M3 Ultra 28 Core is a Desktop processor with 28 cores and 0 threads. It records a PassMark CPU Mark of 68607 and a single-thread rating of 5122.
CPU Mark68,607
69 samples
Single Thread5,122
Overall rank#132
of 6,054
Reference price—
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Specification context
What do these specifications mean in practice?
The Apple M3 Ultra 28 Core is a Desktop released in 2025. Recorded specifications include a 68,607 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 68,607 CPU Mark is a broad overall-performance measure, while the 5,122 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 M3 Ultra 28 Core specifications?
The main recorded details are a 68,607 CPU Mark. The tables on this page show socket, memory, cache and graphics data when available.
Is the Apple M3 Ultra 28 Core 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 M3 Ultra 28 Core?
A confirmed socket is not recorded here. Use the device model or manufacturer specifications to identify compatible hardware.
How much power does the Apple M3 Ultra 28 Core 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 9 9950X3DAMD70,105 points
02Apple M3 Ultra 28 CoreThis CPU68,607 points
03Intel Core Ultra 7 270K PlusIntel68,501 points
04Intel Core Ultra 9 285KIntel67,223 points
05AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9955WXAMD66,577 points
Single-thread performance
Measures speed in tasks that depend on one CPU thread.
01Apple M3 Ultra 28 CoreThis CPU5,122 points
02Intel Core Ultra 9 285KIntel5,086 points
03Intel Core Ultra 7 270K PlusIntel5,072 points
04AMD Ryzen 9 9950X3DAMD4,737 points
05AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9955WXAMD4,526 points
Performance per watt
Estimated as CPU Mark divided by TDP.
01Intel Core Ultra 7 270K PlusIntel548.0 Mark/W
02Intel Core Ultra 9 285KIntel537.8 Mark/W
03AMD Ryzen 9 9950X3DAMD412.4 Mark/W
04AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9955WXAMD190.2 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 | Desktop |
| Release year | 2025 |
| Socket | — |
| Cores / threads | 28 / — |
| Base clock | — |
| Max turbo | — |
| TDP | — |
| Integrated graphics | 60 Core GPU |
Memory support
| Memory type | — |
|---|---|
| Official speed | — |
| Maximum capacity | — |
Cache hierarchy
No structured cache data.