OpenCL for macOS
OpenCL lets you tap into the parallel computing power of modern GPUs and multicore CPUs to accelerate compute-intensive tasks in your Mac apps. Use OpenCL to incorporate advanced numerical and data analytics features, perform cutting-edge image and media processing, and deliver accurate physics and AI simulation in games.
Reference, Guides, and Sample Code
- OpenCL and OpenGL Support in macOS Get details on the OpenCL and OpenGL versions supported by Mac computers.
- OpenCL Programming Guide for Mac Learn about OpenCL for macOS, including parallelizable routines, memory objects, data sharing, and more.
- OpenCL Specification Get full details on the OpenCL standard from the OpenCL Specification version 1.2.
- OpenCL RayTraced Quaternion Julia-Set Use OpenCL to raytrace a 4d quaternion Julia-Set fractal and intermix the results of a compute kernel with OpenGL for rendering.
- OpenCL N-Body Simulation Example Uses OpenCL and OpenGL to simulate a classical N-Body gravitational system while efficiently using one or more GPUs.
- OpenCL Hello World Example View sample code on basic usage of OpenCL, calculating a mathematical square for a buffer of floating point values.
Videos
Learn about OpenCL with video presentations and tutorials.
- Harnessing the Power of the Mac Pro with OpenGL and OpenCL
- Working with OpenCL
- Adopting OpenCL in Your Application
Forums
Post questions and discuss OpenCL with other developers and Apple engineers.
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Using the OpenCL Logo
If your app uses OpenCL or you've created your own implementation, learn about licensing the OpenCL logo.
Tools and Related Resources
OpenCL is an open standard defined by the Khronos Group. For more information about the OpenCL specification, visit https://www.khronos.org/opencl/