Alienware 18 Area-51 vs Apple MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Max)

Updated Nov 2026 · Scored by the Let’s Compare Data Engine · How we score

Performance is scored from the laptop's CPU and GPU; few laptops have a published whole-system benchmark.
Apple MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Max) has no published PassMark CPU Mark result, so it scores lower.

Verdict

Alienware 18 Area-51 leads overall

Alienware 18 Area-51 · 80 overall, #5 of 94

Apple MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Max) · 72 overall, #21 of 94

Key differences

Display resolutionApple MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Max) 3472 × 2266 vs 2560 × 1600 px
Refresh rateAlienware 18 Area-51 300 vs 120 Hz
BrightnessApple MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Max) 1,500 nits brighter
WeightApple MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Max) 2.34 kg lighter
Display typeApple MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Max) OLED vs IPS

Scores by Category

Evenly split — each wins 5 of 15 categories

Category	18 Area-51MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Max)	Lead
Display		+19
Performance		+80
Battery		+4
Memory		+29
Design & Weight		+60
Processor		Tie
Storage		+22
Integrated Graphics		+54
Discrete Graphics		+91
Ports		+14
Connectivity		Tie
Webcam		Tie
Security		Tie
Sound		+11
Input		Tie

Physical Comparison

18 Area-51MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Max)

18 Area-51 is 2.34 kg (127%) heavier than MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Max).

Value for Money

Launch prices — enter today's prices (same currency for both).

18 Area-51

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MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Max)

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Watch-outs

Compromises to know before you buy

Alienware 18 Area-51

No notable compromises found.

Apple MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Max)

No USB-A ports — older accessories need an adapter.

Detailed Specifications

Processor

Feature	18 Area-51	MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Max)
Processor model

Integrated Graphics

Feature	18 Area-51	MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Max)
Integrated graphics model

Discrete Graphics

Feature	18 Area-51	MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Max)
Dedicated GPU	Yes	No
Discrete graphics model		N/A
3DMark Time Spy Graphics	25,763	N/A

Memory

Feature	18 Area-51	MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Max)
Memory capacity	64 GB78% more	36 GB
Technology
Memory upgradeable	Yes	N/A

Storage

Feature	18 Area-51	MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Max)
Storage capacity	1 TB	2 TB100% more
Socket type		N/A
PCIe version	5	N/A
Storage upgradeable	Yes	N/A

Display

Feature	18 Area-51	MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Max)
Size	18 in10% more	16.3 in
Display resolution	2560 × 1600 px	3472 × 2266 px
Aspect ratio	16:10	N/A
Refresh rate	300 Hz150% more	120 Hz
Response time	8.7 ms	N/A
Display type
Brightness	500 nits	2,000 nits300% more
Pen support	No	N/A
Touch support	No	Yes
Screen-to-body ratio	72%	90%

Feature	18 Area-51	MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Max)
Number of speakers	4	6
Power	8 W	N/A
Dolby Atmos	N/A	Yes
Number of microphones	N/A	3

Feature	18 Area-51	MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Max)
Webcam resolution	1920 × 1080 px	1920 × 1080 px

Battery

Feature	18 Area-51	MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Max)
Battery capacity	96 Wh	100 Wh4% more
Maximum charge power	360 W157% more	140 W

Feature	18 Area-51	MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Max)
Backlit keyboard	Yes	Yes
Numpad	Yes	N/A

Feature	18 Area-51	MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Max)
USB Type A	3	0
USB Type C	2	3
Thunderbolt technology
HDMI port	Yes	Yes
Card reader	Yes	Yes
Headphone jack	Yes	Yes

Design & Weight

Feature	18 Area-51	MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Max)
Color
Dimensions	41 × 32 × 2.43 cm	35.55 × 24.42 × 1.60 cm
Weight	4.179 kg	1.84 kg56% less

Feature	18 Area-51	MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Max)
Fingerprint scanner	N/A	Yes
Infrared face recognition support	Yes	N/A

Performance

Feature	18 Area-51	MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Max)
PassMark CPU Mark	55,677	N/A
Active cooling	Yes	N/A
Release Date	April 3, 2025	November 6, 2026

Specification Note

Specifications are compiled from official manufacturer data and other reliable internet sources. Some features may vary by region or model configuration.