Can Flux.1 Kontext Dev run on MacBook Pro M4 Max 128GB?
YES — Runs Great
S90Excellent
Flux.1 Kontext Dev needs ~24.0 GB VRAM. MacBook Pro M4 Max 128GB has 92.2 GB.
24.0 GB required92.2 GB available
26% VRAM used
Parameters
12B
Precision
FP16
Max Resolution
1024×1024
VRAM
24.0 GB / 92.2 GB
Gen Time
~3m 18s
Performance by workload
| Workload | Grade | Fit | VRAM | Gen Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Quick | S | Runs natively | 23.6 GB | ~3m 18s |
| Standard | S | Runs natively | 24.0 GB | ~3m 18s |
| High Quality | S | Runs natively | 24.0 GB | ~3m 18s |
Resolution compatibility
How Flux.1 Kontext Dev (12B params) performs at each resolution on MacBook Pro M4 Max 128GB (92.2 GB usable).
| Resolution | VRAM Required | MacBook Pro M4 Max 128GB |
|---|---|---|
| 512×512 | 23.6 GB | S● |
| 768×768 | 23.8 GB | S● |
| 1024×1024 | 24.0 GB | S● |
Memory breakdown
Required: 24.0 GBAvailable: 92.2 GB
Weights24.0 GB
VAE0.2 GB
Text Encoder9.6 GB
Activations0.8 GB
Overhead0.5 GB
Frequently asked questions
Can MacBook Pro M4 Max 128GB run Flux.1 Kontext Dev?
Yes, MacBook Pro M4 Max 128GB can run Flux.1 Kontext Dev for image generation. Runs natively.
How much VRAM does Flux.1 Kontext Dev need?
Flux.1 Kontext Dev (12B parameters) requires approximately 24.0 GB at FP16. MacBook Pro M4 Max 128GB provides 92.2 GB.
What resolution can Flux.1 Kontext Dev produce on MacBook Pro M4 Max 128GB?
On MacBook Pro M4 Max 128GB, Flux.1 Kontext Dev can generate images at up to 1024x1024. Generation time is approximately 197.8 seconds per image.
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