A18

Apple · 2024

Specifications

Process node3nm
CPU2x Performance cores @ 3.8 GHz + 4x Efficiency cores @ 2.0 GHz
Max. frequency3.8 GHz
GPUApple GPU 5-core
NPU / AIApple Neural Engine 16-core
ModemQualcomm Snapdragon X70 (external)
MemoryLPDDR5

Benchmarks

AnTuTu 1972476
Geekbench Single 3431
Geekbench Multi 8638

Overview and verdict

The A18 is a solid mid-ranger chipset from Apple (2024) with a MobileRank rating of 69/100. Built on a 3nm process node — efficiency is excellent (100/100). It scores 1,972,476 points in AnTuTu (below average tier, 38/100). Geekbench 6: 3431 (single) / 8638 (multi) — single-core performance is excellent, multi-core is average. CPU configuration: 2x Performance cores @ 3.8 GHz + 4x Efficiency cores @ 2.0 GHz. The graphics accelerator is the Apple GPU 5-core.

Pros

  • Fast single-core performance (Geekbench 3431)
  • Power-efficient 3nm process
  • Apple Neural Engine 16-core AI accelerator
  • Built-in Qualcomm Snapdragon X70 (external) modem

Cons

  • Modest overall performance by current SoC standards

Frequently asked questions

Who makes the A18?

The A18 is a chipset from Apple, released in 2024. Process node: 3nm.

What is the A18's rating?

MobileRank rating: 69/100. AnTuTu — 38/100, CPU single — 86/100, multi — 66/100.

What GPU does the A18 have?

The A18 features the Apple GPU 5-core graphics accelerator.

How many points does the A18 score in AnTuTu?

The A18 scores 1,972,476 points in the AnTuTu v11 benchmark.

MobileRank rating

Processor profile

Category scores

CPU Single-core 86
CPU Multi-core 66
AnTuTu Overall 38
Power efficiency 100