Apple A15 Bionic (5-GPU)
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Released
Q3/2021
Apple A15 Bionic (5-GPU)

Processor Apple A15 Bionic (5-GPU), specifications and benchmarks

296 place in the overall ranking CPUs!
The Apple A15 Bionic (5-GPU) processor is installed in N/A socket boards and operates at a frequency of 3.23 GHz. The Apple A15 Bionic (5-GPU) has a total of 6 / 6 cores. Release date: Q3/2021. TDP is 8.5 W. This review will provide all the technical specifications and detailed data about the Apple A15 Bionic (5-GPU) processor. Discover everything to determine whether a game or software will run on Apple A15 Bionic (5-GPU).

Specifications

Technical data
CPU Family and Group

This section provides a comprehensive overview of the processors generation and family, explaining the specific market segment it is designed for. It covers key details such as the CPUs position within its product lineup, its intended use cases (e.g., consumer, server, or workstation), and how its generation compares to previous models.

  • Family
  • CPU group
    Apple A15
  • Segment
    Mobile
  • Generation
    15
  • Predecessor
    Apple A14 Bionic
  • Successor
    --
CPU Technical Specs

Apple A15 Bionic (5-GPU). This section highlights key performance parameters of the processor, including the number of cores, threads, and clock speeds (base and boost frequencies). These metrics directly impact multitasking capabilities and overall system performance in both single-threaded and multi-threaded applications.

  • CPU Cores / Threads
    6 / 6
  • Core architecture
    hybrid (big.LITTLE)
  • A-Core
    2x Avalanche
  • B-Core
    4x Blizzard
  • C-Core
    --
  • Frequency
    3.23 GHz
  • Turbo (1 Core)
    No turbo
  • Turbo (6 Cores)
    No turbo
  • Hyperthreading
    No
  • Overclocking
    No
IGPU

This section provides details on the integrated graphics capabilities of the processor. It covers the architecture, performance characteristics, and supported technologies (e.g., DirectX, OpenGL), which are essential for systems without dedicated GPUs or for mobile devices that require energy-efficient graphics processing.

  • GPU name
    Apple A15 (5 GPU Cores)
  • GPU frequency
    0.60 GHz
  • GPU (Turbo)
    No turbo
  • Execution units
    160
  • Shader
    1280
  • Max. GPU Memory
    8 GB
  • Max. displays
    3
  • Generation
    12
  • Direct X
    --
  • Technology
    5 nm
  • Release date
    Q3/2021
Hardware codec support

This section covers the built-in hardware codec support for video and image processing. The processor’s ability to handle codecs like H.264, HEVC, and VP9 directly influences its performance in tasks such as video playback, editing, and streaming. This hardware acceleration ensures smoother media handling with lower CPU utilization.

  • h265 / HEVC (8 bit)
    Decode / Encode
  • h265 / HEVC (10 bit)
    Decode / Encode
  • h264
    Decode / Encode
  • VP8
    Decode / Encode
  • VP9
    Decode / Encode
  • AV1
    No
  • AVC
    Decode
  • VC-1
    Decode
  • JPEG
    Decode / Encode
Memory Specs & PCI

This section breaks down the technical characteristics of the memory supported by the processor, including the types (e.g., DDR4, DDR5), number of memory channels, and maximum supported memory speed. It also covers PCI Express support, which determines the bandwidth available for GPUs, SSDs, and other peripherals, critical for high-performance systems.

  • Memory type
    LPDDR4X-4266
  • Max. Memory
    8 GB
  • Memory channels
    1
  • ECC
    No
  • PCIe
  • AES-NI
    No
Thermal Management
  • TDP (PL1)
    8.5 W
  • TDP (PL2)
    --
  • TDP up
    --
  • TDP down
    --
  • Tjunction max.
    --
* see below
Technologies and Extensions

This section explains the underlying technologies that enable the processor to deliver high performance. It includes details about the manufacturing process (e.g., 7nm, 10nm), supported instruction sets (e.g., AVX, SSE), and virtual machine extensions that enhance compatibility and efficiency across various workloads.

  • Instruction set (ISA)
    ARMv8-A64 (64 bit)
  • ISA extensions
  • L2-Cache
    16.00 MB
  • L3-Cache
    --
  • Architecture
    A15
  • Technology
    5 nm
  • Virtualization
    None
  • Socket
    N/A
  • Release date
    Q3/2021
  • Part Number
    --
Positions in all rankings

Common positions Apple A15 Bionic (5-GPU) CPU in popular benchmarks, for comparison with other models.

  • Geekbench 5, 64bit (Single-Core)
    112 place
  • Geekbench 5, 64bit (Multi-Core)
    540 place
  • iGPU - FP32 Performance (Single-precision GFLOPS)
    201 place
  • AnTuTu 9 Benchmark
    7 place
  • Geekbench 6 (Single-Core)
    101 place

Benchmarks

Performance tests CPU

Compare the benchmark scores of Apple A15 Bionic (5-GPU) with other processors to gauge its real-world performance across various tasks..

These tests encompass tasks such as mathematical calculations, 3D rendering, cryptocurrency mining, and performance evaluations in both single-core and multi-core modes.

Geekbench 5, 64bit (Single-Core)
Geekbench 5 SC is a popular cross-platform performance test for desktop or mobile processors that uses system memory intensively
1754
1754
1742
1732
Apple A15 Bionic (5-GPU)
1732
Apple A15 Bionic (5-GPU)
Geekbench 5, 64bit (Multi-Core)
Geekbench 5 MC is a popular cross-platform performance test for desktop or mobile processors that uses system memory intensively
4816
4799
4783
4777
Apple A15 Bionic (5-GPU)
4777
Apple A15 Bionic (5-GPU)
iGPU - FP32 Performance (Single-precision GFLOPS)
The performance of the iGPU - the internal GPU in games
1532
1532
1532
1500
Apple A15 Bionic (5-GPU)
1500
Apple A15 Bionic (5-GPU)

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PL1 - The power limit (in watts) generated by the processor (or GPU) during sustained, standard operation. It represents the typical thermal output during normal workloads.

PL2 - Represents the maximum power limit under heavy load or overclocking conditions. It indicates the thermal output during peak performance.

These values are essential for determining the optimal cooling system and power supply required to maintain stable performance.

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