Can Flux.1 Dev run on MacBook Pro M4 Max 128GB?
YES — Runs Great
S90Excellent
Flux.1 Dev needs ~24.0 GB VRAM. MacBook Pro M4 Max 128GB has 92.2 GB.
| Precision | VRAM Needed | Status | Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| FP16Best | 24.0 GB | Runs natively | S |
| FP8 | 13.0 GB | Runs natively | S |
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
~2m 58s
Performance by workload
| Workload | Grade | Fit | VRAM | Gen Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Quick | S | Runs natively | 23.6 GB | ~2m 58s |
| Standard | S | Runs natively | 24.0 GB | ~2m 58s |
| High Quality | S | Runs natively | 24.0 GB | ~2m 58s |
Resolution compatibility
How Flux.1 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 Dev?
Yes, MacBook Pro M4 Max 128GB can run Flux.1 Dev for image generation. Runs natively.
How much VRAM does Flux.1 Dev need?
Flux.1 Dev (12B parameters) requires approximately 24.0 GB at FP16. MacBook Pro M4 Max 128GB provides 92.2 GB.
What resolution can Flux.1 Dev produce on MacBook Pro M4 Max 128GB?
On MacBook Pro M4 Max 128GB, Flux.1 Dev can generate images at up to 1024x1024. Generation time is approximately 178.1 seconds per image.
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