CLX SET TGMSETRTH0C40BM vs Apple Mac Studio M5 Max
CLX SET TGMSETRTH0C40BM 2021, Core i9-12900KF, 32GB, 1TB SSD + 4TB HDD, RTX 4060 Ti, Black
Apple Mac Studio M5 Max, 64GB, 4TB SSD
What Buyers Say
CLX SET TGMSETRTH0C40BM 2021, Core i9-12900KF, 32GB, 1TB SSD + 4TB HDD, RTX 4060 Ti, Black
This pre-built gaming PC from CLX receives overwhelmingly positive feedback for its performance, build quality, and ease of setup. Users praise the powerful i9 processor, RTX 3060 Ti GPU, and quiet operation, though one reviewer noted a GPU mismatch (3060 Ti instead of 4060 Ti) and another mentioned a loose power cord. Overall, it is seen as a great value for those who want a high-end system without building it themselves.
Pros
- Powerful i9 processor
- Fast RTX 3060 Ti GPU
- Quiet operation
- Easy setup out of the box
- No bloatware
Cons
- GPU mismatch (3060 Ti vs 4060 Ti)
- Loose power cord
- Only 2 RAM slots
- Auxiliary fan is noisy
- Gets warm under load
Apple Mac Studio M5 Max, 64GB, 4TB SSD
Users are overwhelmingly positive about the Mac Studio with M5 Max, praising its performance, especially for media production and 4K editing. The upgrade from older Macs or PCs is seen as a significant improvement, with many noting the speed and capability of the M5 Max chip. Some mention the value of catching it on sale, and the build quality and ecosystem integration are appreciated.
Pros
- Blazing fast M5 Max chip
- Excellent for 4K editing
- Smooth upgrade path
- Good value when on sale
- Reliable Apple build quality
Cons
- Pricey without sale
- Base storage may be limiting
- Latest macOS required for new features
Scores
Specifications
| CLX SET TGMSETRTH0C40BM | Apple Mac Studio M5 Max | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | ||
| CPU* | Intel Core i9 12900KF | Apple M5 Max★ |
| CPU Multi-Core Score | ||
| Cores | 16 | 18★ |
| Frequency | 3.2 GHz★ | — |
| L3 Cache | 30 MB★ | — |
| Graphics | ||
| GPU* | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 Ti★ | Apple (40-Core) |
| GPU Benchmark Score | ||
| Type | discrete | integrated★ |
| VRAM | 8 GB | 64 GB★ |
| VRAM Type | GDDR6★ | System Shared |
| Memory & Storage | ||
| RAM | 32 GB | 64 GB★ |
| RAM Generation | DDR4 | DDR5★ |
| Storage 1 | 1 TB | 4 TB★ |
| Storage 1 Type | NVMe SSD | NVMe SSD |
| Storage 2 | 4 TB★ | — |
| Storage 2 Type | HDD★ | — |
| Build | ||
| Form Factor | mid-tower | mini |
| PSU | 750W★ | 480W |
| Weight | 12.25 kg | 2.70 kg |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB-C Ports | — | 6★ |
| USB Ports | 6★ | 2 |
| Thunderbolt | — | Thunderbolt 5 x 4 |
| HDMI | 1x HDMI | 1x HDMI 2.1 |
| DisplayPort | 3x DisplayPort | — |
| Wi-Fi | 802.11ac | Wi-Fi 7★ |
| Bluetooth | — | Bluetooth 6.0 |
| Ethernet | — | 10GbE |
| System | ||
| OS | Windows 11 Home | macOS |
Pros & Cons
CLX SET TGMSETRTH0C40BM 2021, Core i9-12900KF, 32GB, 1TB SSD + 4TB HDD, RTX 4060 Ti, Black
- Strong social proof (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong storage (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong gpu (84th percentile)84th %ile
- Strong cpu (84th percentile)84th %ile
- Below average reliability (12th percentile)12th %ile
Apple Mac Studio M5 Max, 64GB, 4TB SSD
- Strong reliability (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong ram (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong storage (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong cpu (96th percentile)96th %ile
Verdict
Scores 100 overall, wins 7 of 8 usage categories and 10 of 28 specs.