Apple M6 vs Apple M1

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

Verdict

Key takeaways

  • Apple M6 leads Apple M1 overall by 38 points (62 vs 24 out of 100).
  • Key differences: PassMark CPU mark, where Apple M6 has 35,823 vs 14,121; lithography process, where Apple M6 has 2 vs 5 nm; cores, where Apple M6 has 12 vs 8; threads, where Apple M6 has 12 vs 8.
Apple M6 leads overall
Apple M6 · 71 overall, #97 of 470
62
Apple M1 · 41 overall, #319 of 470
24
Key differences
  • PassMark CPU MarkApple M6 35,823 vs 14,121
  • Lithography ProcessApple M6 2 vs 5 nm
  • CoresApple M6 12 vs 8
  • ThreadsApple M6 12 vs 8

Scores by Category

Apple M6 wins 3 of 3 categories

CategoryApple M6Apple M1Lead
Benchmark
+50
Core Specifications
+48
Integrated Graphics
+11

Value for Money

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Detailed Specifications

Core Specifications

Feature
Apple M6
Apple M1
Cores
12
8
Threads
12
8
Lithography Process
2 nm60% less
5 nm
Is unlocked
No
No

Integrated Graphics

Feature
Apple M6
Apple M1
Model

Benchmark

Feature
Apple M6
Apple M1
PassMark CPU Mark
35,823154% 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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