Apple MacBook Pro 16 (M5 Max)
Apple MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Pro)
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Apple MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Pro) vs Apple MacBook Air 13 (M5)
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 Pro) has no published PassMark CPU Mark result, so it scores lower.
Verdict
Key takeaways
- Apple MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Pro) leads Apple MacBook Air 13 (M5) overall by 13 points (62 vs 49 out of 100).
- Key differences: battery capacity, where Apple MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Pro) has 100 vs 53.8 Wh; display resolution, where Apple MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Pro) has 3472 × 2266 vs 2560 × 1664 px; refresh rate, where Apple MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Pro) has 120 vs 60 Hz; brightness, where Apple MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Pro) is 1,500 nits brighter; weight, where Apple MacBook Air 13 (M5) is 0.59 kg lighter.
- Best value: Apple MacBook Air 13 (M5) (from $1,099) — the strongest score-per-dollar of the two.
Apple MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Pro) leads overall
Apple MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Pro) · 66 overall, #47 of 94
62
Apple MacBook Air 13 (M5)
49
Key differences
- Battery capacityApple MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Pro) 100 vs 53.8 Wh
- Display resolutionApple MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Pro) 3472 × 2266 vs 2560 × 1664 px
- Refresh rateApple MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Pro) 120 vs 60 Hz
- BrightnessApple MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Pro) 1,500 nits brighter
- WeightApple MacBook Air 13 (M5) 0.59 kg lighter
Scores by Category
MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Pro) wins 9 of 14 categories · MacBook Air 13 (M5) wins 2
| Category | MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Pro)MacBook Air 13 (M5) | Lead |
|---|---|---|
| Display | +44 | |
| Performance | +54 | |
| Battery | +50 | |
| Memory | +26 | |
| Design & Weight | +38 | |
| Processor | +17 | |
| Storage | +52 | |
| Integrated Graphics | +5 | |
| Ports | +37 | |
| Connectivity | Tie | |
| Webcam | Tie | |
| Security | +28 | |
| Sound | +11 | |
| Input | Tie |
Physical Comparison
MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Pro)MacBook Air 13 (M5)
MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Pro) is 0.59 kg (48%) heavier than MacBook Air 13 (M5).
Value for Money
Launch prices — enter today's prices (same currency for both).
MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Pro)
MacBook Air 13 (M5)
Watch-outs
Compromises to know before you buy
Apple MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Pro)
- No USB-A ports — older accessories need an adapter.
Apple MacBook Air 13 (M5)
- RAM is soldered — you can't upgrade it later, so buy enough now.
- Storage isn't user-upgradeable.
- 60 Hz panel — less smooth than 120 Hz+ rivals.
- No HDMI — you'll need a dongle for projectors/TVs.
Detailed Specifications
Processor
| Feature | MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Pro) | MacBook Air 13 (M5) |
|---|---|---|
Processor model |
Integrated Graphics
| Feature | MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Pro) | MacBook Air 13 (M5) |
|---|---|---|
Integrated graphics model | Apple M5 |
Memory
| Feature | MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Pro) | MacBook Air 13 (M5) |
|---|---|---|
Memory capacity | 24 GB50% more | 16 GB |
Technology | ||
Memory upgradeable | N/A | No |
Storage
| Feature | MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Pro) | MacBook Air 13 (M5) |
|---|---|---|
Storage capacity | 1 TB100% more | 512 GB |
Display
| Feature | MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Pro) | MacBook Air 13 (M5) |
|---|---|---|
Size | 16.3 in20% more | 13.6 in |
Display resolution | 3472 × 2266 px | 2560 × 1664 px |
Refresh rate | 120 Hz100% more | 60 Hz |
Display type | Liquid Retina IPS | |
Brightness | 2,000 nits300% more | 500 nits |
Battery
| Feature | MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Pro) | MacBook Air 13 (M5) |
|---|---|---|
Battery capacity | 100 Wh86% more | 53.8 Wh |
Ports
| Feature | MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Pro) | MacBook Air 13 (M5) |
|---|---|---|
USB Type C | 3 | 2 |
Design & Weight
| Feature | MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Pro) | MacBook Air 13 (M5) |
|---|---|---|
Dimensions | 35.55 × 24.42 × 1.60 cm | 21.5 × 30.41 × 1.13 cm |
Weight | 1.82 kg | 1.23 kg32% less |
Performance
| Feature | MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Pro) | MacBook Air 13 (M5) |
|---|---|---|
PassMark CPU Mark | N/A | 26,765 |
Active cooling | N/A | No |
Specification Note
Specifications are compiled from official manufacturer data and other reliable internet sources. Some features may vary by region or model configuration.
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