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Mac Studio: M1 Max / M1 Ultra (2022) vs M2 Max / M2 Ultra (2023)
The Mac Studio M2 Max / M2 Ultra (2023) followed the Mac Studio M1 Max / M1 Ultra (2022). Below: what separates them and which earns more at resale.
| Spec | Mac Studio M1 Max / M1 Ultra (2022) | Mac Studio M2 Max / M2 Ultra (2023) |
|---|---|---|
| Launch year | 2022 | 2023 |
| Chip | M1 Max / M1 Ultra | M2 Max / M2 Ultra |
| Display | — | — |
| Model identifier | Mac13,1 / Mac13,2 | — |
| U.S. model number | — | — |
| Versions offered | 4 | 4 |
| Memory (RAM) | 32GB, 64GB, 128GB | 32GB, 64GB, 96GB, 128GB, 192GB |
| Storage | 512GB, 1TB, 2TB, 4TB, 8TB | 512GB, 1TB, 2TB, 4TB, 8TB |
What is different?
The points that matter when you identify or sell one.
- Processor: Mac Studio M1 Max / M1 Ultra (2022) runs M1 Max / M1 Ultra, while the Mac Studio M2 Max / M2 Ultra (2023) runs M2 Max / M2 Ultra.
- Memory (RAM): the Mac Studio M2 Max / M2 Ultra (2023) alone offered 96GB, 192GB.
Which one earns more at resale?
With the same configuration and condition, the Mac Studio M2 Max / M2 Ultra (2023) normally earns more.
Memory, storage, grade, battery health and extras all shift the final figure, so price your exact unit.
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What moves the price on either one?
Configuration. Extra memory and storage lift the figure; the price check lists only combinations Apple actually built.
Condition. Grades run from Like New to Damaged, and cracked glass or dents cost the most.
Function. Anything needing repair comes off the price.
Eligibility. Either one needs to be signed out of its Apple Account, with Find My and Activation Lock off and no lock or lost/stolen flag.
Unsure? About This Mac lists the chip, memory and storage.
Side-by-side questions
Is the Mac Studio M2 Max / M2 Ultra (2023) worth more than the Mac Studio M1 Max / M1 Ultra (2022)?
Matched for configuration and condition, the Mac Studio M2 Max / M2 Ultra (2023) normally earns more. Memory, storage, grade and included accessories still move each figure, so price both separately. Each Mac Studio estimate draws on this month's resale data for that configuration, and your condition answers refine it before anything is shipped.
Which details separate the Mac Studio M1 Max / M1 Ultra (2022) from the Mac Studio M2 Max / M2 Ultra (2023)?
Look at the release year (2022 vs 2023), chip (M1 Max / M1 Ultra vs M2 Max / M2 Ultra). About This Mac, in the Apple menu, names the model, year and chip. The About screen on the Mac Studio lists its exact name, year and identifier. Type any identifier or model number into our lookup to land on the matching Mac Studio page.