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Apple Mac Studio (2026) vs MSI Codex R2 D14NVP5-613US
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95 of 152 fields differ
- 38 different values
- 57 known for one only
- 5 the same
- 52 missing for both
Biggest differences
Each bar uses the scale of all 76 desktop PCs.
- CPU coresA: 18B: 10Apple has 8 more.
- Power supplyA: 480WB: 750WMSI is 270 W higher.
- RAMA: 36GBB: 32GBApple is 4 GB higher.
Size, drawn to scale
Front and side.
- AApple: 197 × 95 mm
- BMSI: 212.9 × 482.6 mm
Weight
0 to 25 kg
All 160 fields
Every value links to where we found it.


General
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Series
Model numbers
A3545, MHL64LL/A, MHL64ZD/A4Maker product pageapple.com/shop/buy-mac/mac-studioRead 30 September 2026The US store names MHL64LL/A for the exact 18-core CPU and 32-core GPU base configuration.5Maker product pageapple.com/de/shop/buy-mac/mac-studioRead 30 September 2026The German store names MHL64ZD/A for the exact 18-core CPU and 32-core GPU base configuration.6Certification listdata.energystar.gov/resource/rxdj-2c88.jsonRead 10 October 2026ENERGY STAR record 4693498 identifies the exact 36 GB M5 Max configuration and model A3545. It lists UPCs 195951078564 and 195951078717, rated internal PSU output 480 W, TEC 24.7 kWh and macOS 27.0. The separate 128 GB record with TEC 26.2 kWh is excluded. The record does not map each UPC to a regional store part.
D14NVP5-613US, CodR2D14NVP56131Retailer pageexcaliberpc.com/829401/msi-codex-r2-d14nvp5-613us-gaming.htmlRead 16 October 2026Page model line: Codex R2 D14NVP5-613US. Amazon lists the model number CodR2D14NVP5613 for the same listing.2Retailer pageamazon.com/dp/B0GP66WN2JRead 16 October 2026Item details: Model Number CodR2D14NVP5613, Model Name Codex R2 D14NVP5-613US.
GTIN / EAN
195951078564, 1959510787176Certification listdata.energystar.gov/resource/rxdj-2c88.jsonRead 10 October 2026
8241424482291Retailer pageexcaliberpc.com/829401/msi-codex-r2-d14nvp5-613us-gaming.htmlRead 16 October 2026The page shows 824142448229 in its product id line without a label. Amazon labels the same number as the UPC.2Retailer pageamazon.com/dp/B0GP66WN2JRead 16 October 2026Item details: UPC 824142448229.
Announced
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Status
Predecessor
Apple Mac Studio (M4 Max, 2025)2Press releaseapple.com/newsroom/2026/08/apple-introduces-new-mac-studio-with-m5-max-and-m5-ultraRead 10 October 2026The GPU is up to 50 percent faster than the previous generation. Workload claims compare against Mac Studio with M1 Max and M4 Max, for example 3.9x faster than M4 Max in LM Studio.
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Successor
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Launch price (US)
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Launch price (EU)
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Markets
US, DE4Maker product pageapple.com/shop/buy-mac/mac-studioRead 30 September 2026Exact current regional store selection has the retained 18 CPU / 32 GPU / 36 GB / 512 GB reference. US MHL64LL/A and German MHL64ZD/A are both already represented by variant rows. Base market list collects those proved regions only.5Maker product pageapple.com/de/shop/buy-mac/mac-studioRead 30 September 2026Exact current regional store selection has the retained 18 CPU / 32 GPU / 36 GB / 512 GB reference. US MHL64LL/A and German MHL64ZD/A are both already represented by variant rows. Base market list collects those proved regions only.
Colours
Segment
Case
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Case dimensions
Width197Height95Depth197mm(7.8 × 3.7 × 7.8 in)1Maker product pageapple.com/mac-studio/specsRead 10 October 2026
Width212.85Height482.6Depth406.4mm(8.4 × 19 × 16 in)1Retailer pageexcaliberpc.com/829401/msi-codex-r2-d14nvp5-613us-gaming.htmlRead 16 October 2026Page: 16 x 8.38 x 19 inches, labelled L x W x H. That gives depth 406.4 mm, width 212.85 mm and height 482.6 mm. Amazon gives the same three numbers without axes. SHI and CANEX list matching sizes for other Codex R2 configurations. It is not stated whether this is the system or the package size.
Case volume
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Weight
Case model
Apple housing 923-152829Owner's manualsupport.apple.com/en-us/127342Read 10 October 2026Exploded view row 39 lists Housing 923-15282 for both M5 Max and M5 Ultra. This is the maker part number, not a retail case name.
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Case materials
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Front panel
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Tool-less side panel
Dust filters
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VESA mount
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Display
None of 6 known
Screen size
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Native resolution
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Panel type
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Max refresh rate
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Touchscreen
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Brightness (SDR, claimed)
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Motherboard
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Motherboard
Chipset
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Motherboard form factor
CPU socket
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Expansion slots
AApple Mac Studio (2026)
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| Mechanical slot type | PCIe generation | Count | Occupied |
|---|---|---|---|
| PCIe x16 | 4 | 1 | Yes |
| PCIe x1 | 3 | 1 | Not available |
PCIe x16 slots
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1
Free expansion slots
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Fan headers
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Overclocking in BIOS
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Processor
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Processor
Processor brand
Processor codename
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Core configuration
AApple Mac Studio (2026)
| Core type | Count | Core |
|---|---|---|
| Super | 6 | Super |
| Performance | 12 | Performance |
BMSI Codex R2 D14NVP5-613US
| Core type | Count | Base clock (GHz) | Max core turbo clock (GHz) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Performance | 6 | 2.5 | 4.7 |
| Efficiency | 4 | 1.8 | 3.5 |
CPU cores
18
10
Performance cores
12
6
Efficiency cores
0
4
Threads
Max core turbo clock
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4.7GHz
L3 cache
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CPU core process node
CPU base power (chip rating)
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Peak CPU power (configured)
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Unlocked multiplier
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NPU performance
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Integrated GPU
Apple M5 Max 32-core GPU1Maker product pageapple.com/mac-studio/specsRead 10 October 2026
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Cooling
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CPU cooler
CPU cooler model
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Radiator size
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Radiator position
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Case fans
AApple Mac Studio (2026)
| Fan rotors |
|---|
| 2 |
Source9Owner's manualsupport.apple.com/en-us/127342Read 10 October 2026Exploded view row 38 lists one Fan 923-15290 for both chips. The Fan procedure (127361) disconnects two fan flex cables from two connectors. The spec database entry lists 2 fans.10Owner's manualsupport.apple.com/en-us/127361Read 10 October 2026Removal steps peel back the tabs of two fan flex cables and unlock two fan connectors, then lift one fan off the thermal module.19Spec databasehmc-tech.com/desktops/mac-studio-m5-max-mid-2026Read 10 October 2026Enclosure table lists Fans: 2.
BMSI Codex R2 D14NVP5-613US
| Position | Fan rotors |
|---|---|
| Front | 3 |
| Rear | 1 |
Source2Retailer pageamazon.com/dp/B0GP66WN2JRead 16 October 2026Bullet: a dedicated RGB CPU air cooler and a four-fan airflow system. The listing images show three fans behind the mesh front and one fan at the rear. Fan sizes are not stated.4Reviewtomsguide.com/computing/gaming-desktops/msi-codex-r2-14-reviewRead 16 October 2026Review: four fans inside the case.
Number of case fans
2
4
Graphics
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Discrete GPU
GPU
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GPU brand
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Graphics card
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VRAM
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VRAM type
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GPU board power
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GPU boost clock
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Graphics card length
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Graphics card thickness
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GPU power connector
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Memory
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RAM
RAM type
Configured RAM speed
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Rated kit speed
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Memory kit
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RAM upgrade
Integrated into chip package6Certification listdata.energystar.gov/resource/rxdj-2c88.jsonRead 10 October 2026Record 4693498 Mac Studio (M5 Max) A3545 for the 36 GB configuration lists 0 DIMMs.18Spec databaseeverymac.com/systems/apple/mac-studio/specs/mac-studio-m5-max-18-core-cpu-32-core-gpu-2026-specs.htmlRead 10 October 2026Memory details say there are no RAM slots, the 36 GB is unified onboard memory and it cannot be upgraded later.
Memory slots
AApple Mac Studio (2026)
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| Slot | Count | Occupied | Module size (GB) |
|---|---|---|---|
| DIMM | 2 | Yes | 16 |
RAM slots
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2
Free RAM slots
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0
Max RAM for this CPU and GPU
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ECC memory
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Storage
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Storage
512GB
1TB
Installed drives
AApple Mac Studio (2026)
| Capacity (GB) | Type | Drive |
|---|---|---|
| 512 | NVMe SSD | APPLE SSD AP0512Z |
Source1Maker product pageapple.com/mac-studio/specsRead 10 October 202613Reviewmacotakara.jp/macintosh/entry-51866.htmlRead 10 October 2026Exact 18-core CPU, 32-core GPU, 36 GB and 512 GB System Information paragraph names APPLE SSD AP0512Z. Capacity follows the maker 512 GB value, not formatted 483 GB. Withdrawn PCIe Gen6 claims are not stored.16Retailer pagebhphotovideo.com/c/product/1997674-REG/apple_mhl64ll_a_mac_studio_m5_max.htmlRead 7 October 2026Exact MHL64LL/A 18-core CPU, 32-core GPU, 36 GB and 512 GB table lists one integrated 512 GB NVMe SSD. PCIe generation remains omitted because no current maker source resolves the withdrawn Gen6 claim.
BMSI Codex R2 D14NVP5-613US
| Capacity (GB) | Type | PCIe generation |
|---|---|---|
| 1,000 | NVMe SSD | 4 |
Storage slots and bays
AApple Mac Studio (2026)
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| Interface | PCIe generation | Count | Occupied |
|---|---|---|---|
| PCIe NVMe | 4 | 1 | Yes |
M.2 slots
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Free M.2 slots
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0
Free drive bays
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0
Fastest storage-slot PCIe generation
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4
Power supply
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PSU rated output
PSU form factor
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PSU efficiency
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Modular cables
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PSU model
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ATX version
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Native 12V-2x6 cable
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Ports
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User-facing I/O position
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User-facing ports
AApple Mac Studio (2026)
| Type | Version | Count | Max stated link rate (Gbps) |
|---|---|---|---|
| USB-C | Not available | 2 | 10 |
| SD card | SDXC UHS-II | 1 | Not available |
BMSI Codex R2 D14NVP5-613US
| Type | Version | Count | Max stated link rate (Gbps) |
|---|---|---|---|
| USB-A | USB 3.2 Gen 1 | 1 | 5 |
| USB-C | USB 3.2 Gen 1 | 1 | 5 |
| Mic in | Not available | 1 | Not available |
| 3.5 mm audio | Headphone out | 1 | Not available |
Rear ports
AApple Mac Studio (2026)
| Type | Version | Count | Max stated link rate (Gbps) | Thunderbolt or USB4 | DP Alt Mode |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| USB-C | Thunderbolt 5 | 4 | 120 | Thunderbolt 5 | Yes |
| USB-A | USB 3 | 2 | 5 | Not available | Not available |
| HDMI | 2.1 | 1 | Not available | Not available | Not available |
| Ethernet (RJ45) | 10Gb Ethernet | 1 | 10 | Not available | Not available |
| 3.5 mm audio | High-impedance headphone support | 1 | Not available | Not available | Not available |
BMSI Codex R2 D14NVP5-613US
| Type | Version | Count | Max stated link rate (Gbps) | Connected to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| USB-A | USB 3.2 Gen 1 | 2 | 5 | Motherboard |
| USB-A | USB 2.0 | 4 | 0.48 | Motherboard |
| Ethernet (RJ45) | 1 Gigabit Ethernet | 1 | 1 | Motherboard |
| HDMI | 2.1 | 1 | Not available | Graphics card |
| DisplayPort | Not available | 3 | Not available | Graphics card |
User-facing USB ports
2
2
User-facing USB-C ports
2
1
Rear USB ports
6
6
Thunderbolt
Yes
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Ethernet speed
10Gbps
1Gbps
Discrete GPU output ports
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4
Wireless
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Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi bands
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Wi-Fi antenna
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Bluetooth
Ethernet controller
Camera and audio
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Webcam
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Built-in speaker drivers
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Total speaker power
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Microphones
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Audio features
High-impedance headphone support on the 3.5 mm jack, Multichannel audio output over HDMI1Maker product pageapple.com/mac-studio/specsRead 10 October 2026Audio section lists a built-in speaker, a 3.5 mm headphone jack with advanced support for high-impedance headphones, and an HDMI port that supports multichannel audio output.
7.1 channel HD audio with Realtek ALC897 codec1Retailer pageexcaliberpc.com/829401/msi-codex-r2-d14nvp5-613us-gaming.htmlRead 16 October 2026Page: 7.1 HD Audio, Realtek ALC897. This is the motherboard codec.
Lighting
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RGB lighting
Lit parts
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Case fans, CPU cooler2Retailer pageamazon.com/dp/B0GP66WN2JRead 16 October 2026Bullet: dedicated RGB CPU air cooler. The listing images show lit fans behind the front mesh, and Tom's Guide says the case fans are RGB.4Reviewtomsguide.com/computing/gaming-desktops/msi-codex-r2-14-reviewRead 16 October 2026Review: RGB lighting lights the four fans inside the case.
Lighting standard
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Lighting software
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Software
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Operating system
OS family
Control software
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Upgradeability
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Proprietary parts
Motherboard, PSU, Case, Fan connectors, Drive mounts9Owner's manualsupport.apple.com/en-us/127342Read 10 October 2026Logic board (661-63335 for the 18-core CPU, 32-core GPU and 36 GB model), power supply 661-50886, housing, fan on locking flex connectors and SSD modules (661-63353 for 512 GB) are all ordered as Apple assemblies.10Owner's manualsupport.apple.com/en-us/127361Read 10 October 2026Fan flex cables sit in locking-lever connectors on the logic board. This differs from ordinary 3-pin or 4-pin PC fan headers.
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Max graphics card length
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Max CPU cooler height
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Warranty kept after upgrade
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Measured performance
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Cinebench 2024 single-core
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Cinebench 2024 multi-core
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Geekbench single-core
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Geekbench multi-core
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3DMark Time Spy graphics
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3DMark Steel Nomad
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SSD sequential read (measured)
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Game frame rates
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Measured noise and temperature
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Fan noise per load
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Highest measured fan noise
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Measured fan noise at idle
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CPU temperature in stress test
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CPU clock in stress test
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GPU temperature while gaming
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Measured power
None of 6 known
Power draw idle
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Power draw gaming
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Power draw max
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Power draw sleep or off
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Sustained CPU power (measured)
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GPU power while gaming (measured)
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Certifications
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Typical annual energy consumption (TEC)
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Other certifications
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In the box
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In the box
Mac Studio, Power cord1Maker product pageapple.com/mac-studio/specsRead 10 October 2026
MSI Codex R2 D14NVP5-613US, Power cable, MSI gaming keyboard and mouse3Retailer pagecomputers.woot.com/offers/msi-codex-r2-d14nvp5-613us-i5-14400f-rtx-5070z-1Read 16 October 2026Woot offer for this model number (factory reconditioned unit): 1 MSI Codex R2 D14NVP5-613US, power cable, MSI gaming keyboard and mouse. A new unit is assumed to ship with the same items.
Warranty
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Manufacturer warranty (source market)
Warranty service
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Links
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Product page
www.apple.com/mac-studio1Maker product pageapple.com/mac-studio/specsRead 10 October 2026Official Mac Studio page and canonical Apple product URL. The other fields use the exact reference configuration.
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Spec sheet
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Manual
support.apple.com/en-us/1273398Owner's manualsupport.apple.com/en-us/127339Read 7 October 2026Official Mac Studio M5 Max or M5 Ultra Repair Manual, published 21 September 2026. Its parts table identifies the exact 18-core CPU, 32-core GPU and 36 GB board.
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EPREL registration number
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