ASRock NUCS BOX-155H vs Apple Mac Studio M5 Max
ASRock NUCS BOX-155H 2024, Core Ultra 7 155H, 16GB, Black
Apple Mac Studio M5 Max, 64GB, 4TB SSD
What Buyers Say
ASRock NUCS BOX-155H 2024, Core Ultra 7 155H, 16GB, Black
This barebone system offers solid connectivity with dual M.2 storage slots, multiple display outputs including HDMI 2.1 and DP 2.1, and Wi-Fi 6E support. However, it does not include any pre-installed memory, which may be a drawback for some users. Overall, it is a compact and versatile option for those looking to build a custom system.
Pros
- Dual M.2 storage slots
- Multiple display outputs (HDMI 2.1, DP 2.1, DP 1.4a)
- Wi-Fi 6E support
- Compact dimensions
Cons
- No pre-installed memory
- Limited storage slot count (only 2)
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
| ASRock NUCS BOX-155H | Apple Mac Studio M5 Max | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | ||
| CPU* | Intel Core Ultra 7 155H (6P+8E) | Apple M5 Max★ |
| CPU Multi-Core Score | ||
| Cores | 14 | 18★ |
| Frequency | 1.4 GHz★ | — |
| L3 Cache | 24 MB★ | — |
| Graphics | ||
| GPU* | Intel Iris Xe Graphics | Apple (40-Core)★ |
| GPU Benchmark Score | ||
| Type | integrated | integrated |
| VRAM | — | 64 GB★ |
| VRAM Type | Shared | System Shared |
| Memory & Storage | ||
| RAM | 16 GB | 64 GB★ |
| RAM Generation | DDR5 | DDR5 |
| Storage 1 | — | 4 TB★ |
| Storage 1 Type | NVMe SSD | NVMe SSD |
| Storage 2 Type | NVMe SSD★ | — |
| Build | ||
| Form Factor | mini | mini |
| PSU | 120W | 480W★ |
| Weight | 1.00 kg | 2.70 kg |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB-C Ports | 2 | 6★ |
| USB Ports | 4★ | 2 |
| Thunderbolt | Thunderbolt 4 x 1 | Thunderbolt 5 x 4 |
| HDMI | 2 x HDMI 2.1 | 1x HDMI 2.1 |
| DisplayPort | 1x DP 2.1, 1x DP 1.4a | — |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6E | Wi-Fi 7★ |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.3★ | Bluetooth 6.0 |
| Ethernet | 2.5 Gigabit LAN | 10GbE |
| System | ||
| OS | No OS | macOS |
Pros & Cons
ASRock NUCS BOX-155H 2024, Core Ultra 7 155H, 16GB, Black
- Strong port selection (76th percentile)
- Below average storage (2nd percentile)2nd %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 8 of 8 usage categories and 11 of 27 specs.