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Description:
Array framework for Apple silicon
Type: Formula  |  Latest Version: 0.30.0@0  |  Tracked Since: Dec 18, 2025
Links: Homepage  |  formulae.brew.sh
Category: Ai ml
Tags: machine-learning apple-silicon array-framework ml python
Install: brew install mlx
About:
MLX is an Apple silicon-optimized array framework designed for efficient machine learning model development. It provides a NumPy-like interface that leverages the Unified Memory architecture of Apple chips for zero-copy operations between CPU and GPU. The framework supports automatic differentiation and dynamic graph construction, enabling high-performance training and inference without data transfer overhead.
Key Features:
  • Unified Memory Architecture: Zero-copy operations between CPU and GPU
  • Familiar API: NumPy-like syntax for easy adoption
  • Automatic Differentiation: Built-in gradient computation for ML models
  • Apple Silicon Optimization: Native performance on M-series chips
  • Dynamic Graphs: Flexible computation graph construction
Use Cases:
  • Developing and training machine learning models on Apple Silicon
  • High-performance numerical computing without GPU memory transfer overhead
  • Research prototyping with Python-native ML frameworks
Alternatives:
  • PyTorch – Cross-platform but lacks unified memory optimization for Apple Silicon
  • TensorFlow – Broader ecosystem but higher overhead on Apple hardware
  • NumPy – General-purpose array computing without ML-specific features
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