Can Flux.2 Dev run on MacBook Pro M3 Max 128GB?
YES — Runs Great
S90Excellent
Flux.2 Dev needs ~64.0 GB VRAM. MacBook Pro M3 Max 128GB has 92.2 GB.
| Precision | VRAM Needed | Status | Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| FP16Best | 64.0 GB | Runs natively | S |
| FP8 | 20.0 GB | Runs natively | S |
64.0 GB required92.2 GB available
69% VRAM used
Parameters
32B
Precision
FP16
Max Resolution
1024×1024
VRAM
64.0 GB / 92.2 GB
Gen Time
~32m 46s
Performance by workload
| Workload | Grade | Fit | VRAM | Gen Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Quick | S | Runs natively | 63.5 GB | ~32m 46s |
| Standard | S | Runs natively | 64.0 GB | ~32m 46s |
| High Quality | S | Runs natively | 64.0 GB | ~32m 46s |
Resolution compatibility
How Flux.2 Dev (32B params) performs at each resolution on MacBook Pro M3 Max 128GB (92.2 GB usable).
| Resolution | VRAM Required | MacBook Pro M3 Max 128GB |
|---|---|---|
| 512×512 | 63.5 GB | S● |
| 768×768 | 63.7 GB | S● |
| 1024×1024 | 64.0 GB | S● |
Memory breakdown
Required: 64.0 GBAvailable: 92.2 GB
Weights64.0 GB
VAE0.2 GB
Text Encoder9.6 GB
Activations0.8 GB
Overhead0.5 GB
Frequently asked questions
Can MacBook Pro M3 Max 128GB run Flux.2 Dev?
Yes, MacBook Pro M3 Max 128GB can run Flux.2 Dev for image generation. Runs natively.
How much VRAM does Flux.2 Dev need?
Flux.2 Dev (32B parameters) requires approximately 64.0 GB at FP16. MacBook Pro M3 Max 128GB provides 92.2 GB.
What resolution can Flux.2 Dev produce on MacBook Pro M3 Max 128GB?
On MacBook Pro M3 Max 128GB, Flux.2 Dev can generate images at up to 1024x1024. Generation time is approximately 1965.6 seconds per image.
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