Through M1, a new processor that integrates its own technical strength, Apple announced to the world that it would take Mac to a new milestone of using self-made processors. However, the powerful performance of M1 is not enough. Many users who demand higher computer performance are still not satisfied. After all, leaving aside the fact that there are still many compatibility issues that need to be overcome in terms of performance, the M1 is, after all, a power-saving processor designed for notebook use. Apple also lacks a processor powerful enough for desktop computers. A whistleblower claimed that Apple will soon launch a second Apple Silicon processor, and this processor will have 12 cores:
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Many people have experienced the power of the M1. Although this pioneer still has a lot of room for improvement in the eyes of players, such as software compatibility and other issues. But Apple did win the hearts of many users with the M1. A new gadget that beats flagship processors in terms of performance but is energy-saving and beats many ultra-low-voltage processors. Even though it has many shortcomings, it still makes many users obsessed with it.
M1 successor processor will have 12 cores and may arrive in March
However, whether the successor of M1 will perform better and how long it will take to launch it are the concerns of many anxious high-end users. You must know that although the M1 is powerful, it still has shortcomings for heavy-duty applications. Users still hope that Apple will produce faster processors as soon as possible and apply them to new Macs.
a twitter user LeaksApplePro Just unearthed a piece of gossip about the new processor. , indicating that Apple will launch a new processor in March. The current model of this processor is unknown. According to past practice, it may be called M1X or M2. In addition, it is revealed that the new processor has more 12 cores. If the architecture is similar or even almost the same, more cores will naturally lead to higher performance. If it is a new architecture, then the potential of the processor may be stronger and faster than the current M1:
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Where will this processor be used? According to the speculation of famous analyst Ming-Chi Kuo, the new Macbook Pro will be released in the second quarter of 2021. In addition to a redesigned appearance, it will also have two screen sizes of 14 and 16. It seems that this new 12-core processor may be launched on the new Macbook Pro. However, some players believe that Apple has not yet launched an Apple Silicon version of iMac computer. Perhaps the next time a new iMac or iMac Pro computer is released, it will be equipped with a new processor:
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However, regarding desktop computers, Apple is rumored to be developing an A14T chip using a 5nm process for desktop computers. Since desktop computers don’t require battery life like laptops, perhaps this A14T will be the processor used in the new iMac. But whether the A14T and this rumored 12-core new processor are the same depends on which information Apple gives when it is officially announced.
Source:LeaksApplePro、wccftech
Source: KOCPC Chinese