Apple MacBook Pro 14 PROLED (M5 Max) vs Apple MacBook Pro 14 (M5 Pro)

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 14 PROLED (M5 Max) has no published PassMark CPU Mark result, so it scores lower.

Verdict

Apple MacBook Pro 14 (M5 Pro) and Apple MacBook Pro 14 PROLED (M5 Max) are closely matched

Apple MacBook Pro 14 (M5 Pro) · 68 overall, #39 of 94

Apple MacBook Pro 14 PROLED (M5 Max) · 70 overall, #29 of 94

Key differences

BrightnessApple MacBook Pro 14 PROLED (M5 Max) 400 nits brighter
Display typeApple MacBook Pro 14 PROLED (M5 Max) OLED vs Liquid Retina XDR
WeightApple MacBook Pro 14 PROLED (M5 Max) 0.2 kg lighter
Integrated graphics modelApple MacBook Pro 14 PROLED (M5 Max) Apple M5 Max GPU vs Apple M5 Pro GPU
Touch supportApple MacBook Pro 14 PROLED (M5 Max) only

Scores by Category

MacBook Pro 14 PROLED (M5 Max) wins 6 of 14 categories · MacBook Pro 14 (M5 Pro) wins 1

Category	MacBook Pro 14 PROLED (M5 Max)MacBook Pro 14 (M5 Pro)	Lead
Display		+9
Performance		+80
Battery		Tie
Memory		+25
Design & Weight		+10
Processor		Tie
Storage		+45
Integrated Graphics		+7
Ports		Tie
Connectivity		Tie
Webcam		Tie
Security		+28
Sound		Tie
Input		Tie

Physical Comparison

MacBook Pro 14 PROLED (M5 Max)MacBook Pro 14 (M5 Pro)

MacBook Pro 14 (M5 Pro) is 0.2 kg (14%) heavier than MacBook Pro 14 PROLED (M5 Max).

Value for Money

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

MacBook Pro 14 PROLED (M5 Max)

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MacBook Pro 14 (M5 Pro)

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Watch-outs

Compromises to know before you buy

Apple MacBook Pro 14 PROLED (M5 Max)

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

Apple MacBook Pro 14 (M5 Pro)

RAM is soldered — you can't upgrade it later, so buy enough now.
Storage isn't user-upgradeable.
No USB-A ports — older accessories need an adapter.

Detailed Specifications

Processor

Feature	MacBook Pro 14 PROLED (M5 Max)	MacBook Pro 14 (M5 Pro)
Processor model

Integrated Graphics

Feature	MacBook Pro 14 PROLED (M5 Max)	MacBook Pro 14 (M5 Pro)
Integrated graphics model

Memory

Feature	MacBook Pro 14 PROLED (M5 Max)	MacBook Pro 14 (M5 Pro)
Memory capacity	36 GB50% more	24 GB
Technology
Memory upgradeable	N/A	No

Storage

Feature	MacBook Pro 14 PROLED (M5 Max)	MacBook Pro 14 (M5 Pro)
Storage capacity	2 TB100% more	1 TB
Socket type	N/A
PCIe version	N/A	N/A
Storage upgradeable	N/A	No

Display

Feature	MacBook Pro 14 PROLED (M5 Max)	MacBook Pro 14 (M5 Pro)
Size	14.2 in	14.2 in
Display resolution	3024 × 1986 px	3024 × 1964 px
Aspect ratio	N/A	16:10
Refresh rate	120 Hz	120 Hz
Response time	N/A	N/A
Display type
Brightness	2,000 nits25% more	1,600 nits
Pen support	N/A	No
Touch support	Yes	No
Screen-to-body ratio	89%	86%

Feature	MacBook Pro 14 PROLED (M5 Max)	MacBook Pro 14 (M5 Pro)
Number of speakers	6	6
Power	N/A	N/A
Dolby Atmos	Yes	Yes
Number of microphones	3	3

Feature	MacBook Pro 14 PROLED (M5 Max)	MacBook Pro 14 (M5 Pro)
Webcam resolution	1920 × 1080 px	1920 × 1080 px

Battery

Feature	MacBook Pro 14 PROLED (M5 Max)	MacBook Pro 14 (M5 Pro)
Battery capacity	72.6 Wh	72.4 Wh
Maximum charge power	96 W	96 W

Feature	MacBook Pro 14 PROLED (M5 Max)	MacBook Pro 14 (M5 Pro)
Backlit keyboard	Yes	Yes
Numpad	N/A	No

Ports

Feature	MacBook Pro 14 PROLED (M5 Max)	MacBook Pro 14 (M5 Pro)
USB Type A	0	0
USB Type C	3	3
Thunderbolt technology
HDMI port	Yes	Yes
Card reader	Yes	Yes
Headphone jack	Yes	Yes

Design & Weight

Feature	MacBook Pro 14 PROLED (M5 Max)	MacBook Pro 14 (M5 Pro)
Color
Dimensions	31.08 × 21.63 × 1.50 cm	31.26 × 22.12 × 1.55 cm
Weight	1.4 kg13% less	1.6 kg

Feature	MacBook Pro 14 PROLED (M5 Max)	MacBook Pro 14 (M5 Pro)
Fingerprint scanner	Yes	Yes
Infrared face recognition support	N/A	No

Performance

Feature	MacBook Pro 14 PROLED (M5 Max)	MacBook Pro 14 (M5 Pro)
PassMark CPU Mark	N/A	49,047
Active cooling	N/A	Yes
Release Date	November 6, 2026	March 11, 2026

Specification Note

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