Apple's 'Extreme' Mac Chips Were Too Good for This RAM-Starved World
Apple's canceled Extreme chips shelved due to RAM shortages and costs.
1Apple's Extreme Chip Plans
When Apple introduced the M2 chip in 2022, Extreme versions were also on the agenda. These chips were planned for the Mac Pro but were canceled due to complexity and costs.
2Reason for M2 Extreme Cancellation
According to Bloomberg, the M2 Extreme chip was formed by combining four M2 Max chips. This increased both production difficulty and cost, leading to the project being shelved.
3M3 Extreme Also Didn't Make It
Apple had also developed the M3 Extreme chip alongside the M2. However, RAM shortages and low demand prevented these chips from going into production.
4The End of Mac Pro
Apple discontinued the Mac Pro entirely in March 2023. RAM shortages and high costs made continuing this high-end model impossible.
5Impact of RAM Shortages
The global RAM shortage limited Apple's high-capacity memory options. For example, the 256GB RAM option for the Mac Studio was removed.
6A Dream Machine
Apple's Extreme chips could have been groundbreaking in terms of both performance and price. However, RAM shortages and production challenges prevented this dream machine from becoming a reality.
Original article: Macworld — Apple'ın 'Extreme' Mac Çipleri Bu RAM Kıtlığı Dünyası İçin Fazla İyiydi