Anonymous sources cited by Bloomberg have revealed that Apple’s upcoming M4 series of Mac computers launching this year will all come equipped with a minimum of 16GB of RAM. This represents a significant upgrade from the current minimum of 8GB for entry-level models, marking a departure from Apple’s previous RAM configurations dating back to 2012.
Developer test logs for four new Mac models labeled “16,1,” “16,2,” “16,3,” and “16,10” have confirmed that three of the models feature 10 CPU cores and 10 GPU cores, while the fourth model has eight CPU and eight GPU cores. However, all four models will offer either 16GB or 32GB of RAM, signaling a shift towards higher memory capacities in Apple’s upcoming lineup.
Apple’s decision to increase the minimum RAM specification could be attributed to the upcoming Apple Intelligence features, which the company aims to seamlessly integrate into all its Mac models. By transitioning to M4 chips and mandating a minimum of 16GB of RAM, Apple is positioning its Mac lineup for enhanced performance and compatibility with future innovations.
While the exact motivations behind this shift remain speculative, the potential benefits of more RAM for users are undeniable. Improved longevity and performance are expected, particularly since RAM upgrades are limited on Apple silicon PCs.
