3 Best Mac Apps for M1 Chip in 2024
Last updated on April 18th, 2024 at 2:15 pm
Apple’s long term dependency on Intel for processors for its Mac devices has come to an end this November 2020. Apple in One More Thing event on November 10, 2020 has revealed its M1 chipset that will replace Intel’s processors on Mac. This System-on-a-Chip (SoC) hardware known as Apple Silicon or Apple M1 Chip is designed to deliver superior performance and power management on Apple’s Mac models.
The design of M1 Chip
It is an 8-core CPU with 4 performance Cores and 4 Efficiency Cores. These cores are designed to work together to deliver best performance even at high demands. Now power users can expect all new interaction with their systems with an amazing user experience. This powerful integrated 8-Core GPU will transform your PC into a high-performance graphics machine that will outdo even the latest computers.
With a 16-core Neutral Engine, it will execute up to 11 trillion operations per second. Before M1 Chip, Apple was relying on multiple chips to deliver different features to users. Now all these features are integrated into a single chip including processor, security, I/O, and memory.
Can you expect a performance boost on macOS Big Sur?
Yes, definitely! The latest Mac version macOS Big Sur is designed to deliver effortless performance working on the latest M1 Chip. The advanced power management feature of M1 Chip is designed to split various tasks between efficiency and performance cores of the chip to deliver best performance. All apps designed by Apple are optimized to work seamlessly on the M1 chip. With transition from Intel’s chip x86-64 architecture to ARM64 architecture, developers have to optimize all apps for M1 chip.
What are universal macOS apps?
Apple uses the term Universal for apps optimized for both Silicon/M1 chip and Intel processors based Macs. Technically apps that are optimized for both use Rosetta translation on M1 Macs to run x86-64 instructions. You can check Universal macOS apps information in Finder and System Report (under About This Mac).
What is Rosetta 2?
When you run x86-64 instructions on an M1 chip Mac, then Rosetta 2 as an emulator is working automatically to help you run these apps. To run these apps it works as a translation process. It helps run apps that don’t have native support on the latest M1 chip. Rosetta 2 works in the background and it is a mechanism to give time to Mac app developers to create native apps for M1 chip based Mac models. Though, it is not a substitute for the native apps. As Rosetta 2 is an emulator, you may also notice bit slow performance while running non native apps.
Best Mac Apps for M1 Chip
All Apple apps are now M1 chip optimized, there are few third-party software developers who offer native support to this new architecture. Top 3 major Mac apps from third-party app developers that has native support for M1 chip include:
1. CleanMyMac X
CleanMyMac X is an all-in-one Mac cleaner & optimization software that is now M1 chip optimized. You can use this macOS Big Sur compatible app to awesomize your Mac. It works as a macOS cleaner, a performance monitor, a malware remover, and more. As an advanced universal app with native support, you will find CleanMyMac X as a complete solution to all your cleaning and security needs.
2. Final Cut Pro X
Final Cut Pro X makes post-production seamless for you. This powerful tool helps you with editing, audio, motion graphics, and delivery. With advanced features like color grading, HDR support, and ProRes RAW, you can expect better results. The new Metal engine of the tool allows you to edit more complex projects and work with larger frame sizes, higher frame rates and more effects- all at blazing speed.
3. Microsoft Office
Microsoft was an early contender to build universal apps supporting the M1 chip. With the beta version of the Universal build of Mac Office 2019, all major apps including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook are going to be compatible with the latest M1 chip architecture. This release is available for users packing up their Macs with the Apple M1 chip.
Conclusion
Now that Apple is all ready to deliver seamless user experience with its new M1 chip architecture, you can expect more apps getting compatible with this latest chip. With more universal macOS apps things are going to change for sure. If you are getting ready for macOS Big Sur, then don’t forget to download CleanMyMac X to make more room for the latest apps on your Mac.
Author Bio:
Dinesh Lakhwani 
Dinesh Lakhwani, the entrepreneurial brain behind “TechCommuters,” achieved big things in the tech world. He started the company to make smart and user-friendly tech solutions. Thanks to his sharp thinking, focus on quality and the motto of never giving up, TechCommuters became a top player in the industry. His commitment to excellence has propelled the company to a leading position in the industry.
Popular Post
Recent Post
How to Set Up and Use iCloud on Mac
If you haven’t set up iCloud on your Mac yet, do it now. iCloud is a powerful cloud storage service for Apple users that allow people to back up and synchronize email, photos, contacts, and other files across various devices. iCloud service was introduced in 2011, and it supports MacOS 10.7 or higher. As of […]
How to Create a Guest User Account on Mac
Computers are a very personal thing today. They store all your private documents, photos, videos, and other data. Thus, giving your Mac password to someone else is never a good idea. But what if you have to share your Mac with a colleague or friend for some reason? Sharing Mac’s user password can jeopardize your […]
How to Set Up a New Mac in a Few Minutes
Have you bought or received a brand new Mac computer? Then, you must be on the seventh cloud. Your Mac will open a pandora of several graphics-rich apps and features for you. If you are moving from Windows to Mac for the first time, the change will be really dramatic. At first, all the interfaces […]
How to Clear Browsing History
Are you concerned about what others could see if they use your web browser? Is your browser history clogging up your device and slowing things down? A list of the website pages you have viewed is stored in every web browser. You can remove this listing easily. It will clean your browser history and erase all […]
The Definitive Guide to Managing Your Mac’s Storage Space
Are you struggling with low storage space on Mac? Wondering what is taking up so much space?You are at the right place. Here we will discuss how to reclaim space on Mac. Gone are those days when you used Mac machines only for p rofessional purposes. Now, everything from downloading movies to streaming content, saving […]
Is New World a modern-day RuneScape?
Amazon Game Studios has released an MMO nearly identical to RuneScape, but with a new look, a better PvP system, and a lot more money. Allow me to clarify. New World is influential ‘RuneScape only it’s not RuneScape.’ New World vs. RuneScape 3 New World digs deep into the well of memories and pulls out […]
How To Set Up Voicemail on iPhone 11
Although accessing voicemail is extremely beneficial to you, users should understand how to set up voicemail on their iPhone 11. You can remove, categorize, and play the voicemails from the easy menu. Once you are occupied or unable to pick up the phone, this program will give you info in the style of an audio […]
Best Virtual Machine Software for Windows 10/11 in 2024
A virtual machine software, often known as VM software, is an application that replicates a virtual computer platform. A VM is formed on a computer’s underlying operating platform, and the VM application generates virtual CPUs, disks, memory, network interfaces, and other devices. Virtual machine solutions are becoming more popular because of the flexibility and efficiency […]
How to Be a Better Project Manager
The role of the project manager is to provide you and your team with the goals, organizational systems, and feedback necessary for creating a positive workplace result. Everything from coding to content development can benefit from a high-quality project manager. This article will cover some of the actionable steps you can take to become better […]
How to Use a Dedicated Server for Gaming
Online multiplayer games offer the chance to connect and compete with your friends, meet new people, and work collaboratively to build something great. If you’re ready to take your online gaming experience to the next level, a dedicated server is a great option for hosting. Instead of operating game servers from your own hardware, you’ll […]
