Apple M2 Pro vs Apple M1

Updated Jun 2026 · Scored by the Let’s Compare Data Engine · How we score

Verdict

Key takeaways

  • Apple M2 Pro leads Apple M1 overall by 19 points (52 vs 33 out of 100).
  • Key differences: PassMark CPU mark, where Apple M2 Pro has 26,730 vs 14,121; cores, where Apple M2 Pro has 12 vs 8; threads, where Apple M2 Pro has 12 vs 8.
Apple M2 Pro leads overall
Apple M2 Pro · 60 overall, #155 of 470
52
Apple M1 · 41 overall, #319 of 470
33
Key differences
  • PassMark CPU MarkApple M2 Pro 26,730 vs 14,121
  • CoresApple M2 Pro 12 vs 8
  • ThreadsApple M2 Pro 12 vs 8

Scores by Category

M2 Pro wins 3 of 3 categories

CategoryM2 ProApple M1Lead
Benchmark
+36
Core Specifications
+4
Integrated Graphics
+5

Value for Money

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Detailed Specifications

Core Specifications

Feature
M2 Pro
Apple M1
Cores
12
8
Threads
12
8
Lithography Process
5 nm
5 nm
Is unlocked
No
No

Integrated Graphics

Feature
M2 Pro
Apple M1
Model

Benchmark

Feature
M2 Pro
Apple M1
PassMark CPU Mark
26,73089% more
14,121

Specification Note

Specifications are compiled from official manufacturer data and other reliable internet sources. Some features may vary by region or model configuration.

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