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For Mac users, the "new" AKVIS is fully compatible with the M1, M2, and M3 chips. This native support has resulted in a massive performance boost for Apple users, who previously had to rely on slower emulation modes.
To give you a concrete idea of the improvements, we ran a stress test comparing the 2023 version of the bundle against the AKVIS Plugins Bundle new version on a Windows 11 PC (Ryzen 7, 32GB RAM, RTX 3060). akvis plugins bundle new
| Task | Old Version (2023) | New Version (2024/25) | Improvement | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | AKVIS Retoucher (4K removal) | 18.4 seconds | 9.1 seconds | 50% faster | | AKVIS ArtWork (Canvas render) | 12.2 seconds | 7.4 seconds | 39% faster | | Batch process 50 RAW files | 14.5 minutes | 8.2 minutes | 43% faster | | Plugin launch time | 4.1 seconds | 1.9 seconds | 53% faster | AKVIS Plugins Bundle — Complete Essay 3
These numbers prove that the new bundle is not just a marketing update; it is a substantial engineering leap. 🔍 Quality & Precision
The new version features a reimagined user interface. The previously scattered sliders have been consolidated into smart panels. A new "Comparison View" allows you to see the original, the AI-generated preview, and your manual adjustments side-by-side in real-time. This is particularly useful for AKVIS Enhancer, where subtle shadow and highlight tweaks matter.
While the bundle is versatile, it excels in specific professional niches: