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 1600000
Geekbench Single 3300
Geekbench Multi 7600
Overview and verdict

The A18 is a upper mid-range chipset from Apple (2024) with a MobileRank rating of 61/100. Built on a 3nm process node — efficiency is excellent (100/100). It scores 1,600,000 points in AnTuTu (weak tier, 27/100). Geekbench 6: 3300 (single) / 7600 (multi) — single-core performance is good, 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 3300)
  • 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: 61/100. AnTuTu — 27/100, CPU single — 81/100, multi — 54/100.

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 1,600,000 points in the AnTuTu v10 benchmark.

MobileRank rating
Processor profile
Category scores
CPU Single-core 81
CPU Multi-core 54
AnTuTu Overall 27
Power efficiency 100