Apple MacBook Pro 14 (M5 Pro) vs Apple MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (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 16 PROLED (M5 Pro) has no published PassMark CPU Mark result, so it scores lower.

Verdict

Apple MacBook Pro 14 (M5 Pro) leads overall

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

Apple MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Pro) · 66 overall, #47 of 94

Key differences

Battery capacityApple MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Pro) 100 vs 72.4 Wh
Display resolutionApple MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Pro) 3472 × 2266 vs 3024 × 1964 px
BrightnessApple MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Pro) 400 nits brighter
Display typeApple MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Pro) OLED vs Liquid Retina XDR
WeightApple MacBook Pro 14 (M5 Pro) 0.22 kg lighter

Scores by Category

MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Pro) wins 5 of 14 categories · MacBook Pro 14 (M5 Pro) wins 2

Category	MacBook Pro 14 (M5 Pro)MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Pro)	Lead
Display		+17
Performance		+80
Battery		+28
Memory		+6
Design & Weight		+14
Processor		Tie
Storage		+3
Integrated Graphics		Tie
Ports		Tie
Connectivity		Tie
Webcam		Tie
Security		+28
Sound		Tie
Input		Tie

Physical Comparison

MacBook Pro 14 (M5 Pro)MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Pro)

MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Pro) is 0.22 kg (14%) heavier than MacBook Pro 14 (M5 Pro).

Value for Money

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

MacBook Pro 14 (M5 Pro)

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MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Pro)

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Watch-outs

Compromises to know before you buy

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.

Apple MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Pro)

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

Detailed Specifications

Processor

Feature	MacBook Pro 14 (M5 Pro)	MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Pro)
Processor model

Integrated Graphics

Feature	MacBook Pro 14 (M5 Pro)	MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Pro)
Integrated graphics model

Memory

Feature	MacBook Pro 14 (M5 Pro)	MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Pro)
Memory capacity	24 GB	24 GB
Technology
Memory upgradeable	No	N/A

Storage

Feature	MacBook Pro 14 (M5 Pro)	MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Pro)
Storage capacity	1 TB	1 TB
Socket type		N/A
PCIe version	N/A	N/A
Storage upgradeable	No	N/A

Display

Feature	MacBook Pro 14 (M5 Pro)	MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Pro)
Size	14.2 in	16.3 in15% more
Display resolution	3024 × 1964 px	3472 × 2266 px
Aspect ratio	16:10	N/A
Refresh rate	120 Hz	120 Hz
Response time	N/A	N/A
Display type
Brightness	1,600 nits	2,000 nits25% more
Pen support	No	N/A
Touch support	No	Yes
Screen-to-body ratio	86%	90%

Feature	MacBook Pro 14 (M5 Pro)	MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (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 (M5 Pro)	MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Pro)
Webcam resolution	1920 × 1080 px	1920 × 1080 px

Battery

Feature	MacBook Pro 14 (M5 Pro)	MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Pro)
Battery capacity	72.4 Wh	100 Wh38% more
Maximum charge power	96 W	140 W46% more

Feature	MacBook Pro 14 (M5 Pro)	MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Pro)
Backlit keyboard	Yes	Yes
Numpad	No	N/A

Ports

Feature	MacBook Pro 14 (M5 Pro)	MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (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 (M5 Pro)	MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Pro)
Color
Dimensions	31.26 × 22.12 × 1.55 cm	35.55 × 24.42 × 1.60 cm
Weight	1.6 kg12% less	1.82 kg

Feature	MacBook Pro 14 (M5 Pro)	MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Pro)
Fingerprint scanner	Yes	Yes
Infrared face recognition support	No	N/A

Performance

Feature	MacBook Pro 14 (M5 Pro)	MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Pro)
PassMark CPU Mark	49,047	N/A
Active cooling	Yes	N/A
Release Date	March 11, 2026	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.