Apple MacBook Pro 14 (M5 Pro) vs HP Omen Transcend 14 (2025)

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

The Apple MacBook Pro 14 (M5 Pro) and HP Omen Transcend 14 (2025) are closely matched at 60 and 57/100. The Apple MacBook Pro 14 (M5 Pro) edges ahead on Processor and Integrated Graphics, while the HP Omen Transcend 14 (2025) leads on Discrete Graphics and Memory — pick the one whose strengths match what you'll actually use.

  • Performance is scored from the laptop's CPU and GPU; few laptops have a published whole-system benchmark.

Verdict

Our overall take, at a glance

Key takeaways

  • Apple MacBook Pro 14 (M5 Pro) and HP Omen Transcend 14 (2025) are closely matched overall (within 3 points).
  • Key differences: passmark CPU mark, where Apple MacBook Pro 14 (M5 Pro) has 49,047 vs 34,215; brightness, where Apple MacBook Pro 14 (M5 Pro) is +1,200 nits brighter; memory capacity, where HP Omen Transcend 14 (2025) has 32 GB vs 24 GB; display resolution, where Apple MacBook Pro 14 (M5 Pro) has 3024 × 1964 vs 2880 × 1800 px; display type, where HP Omen Transcend 14 (2025) has OLED vs Liquid Retina XDR.
Apple MacBook Pro 14 (M5 Pro) and HP Omen Transcend 14 (2025) are closely matched
Apple MacBook Pro 14 (M5 Pro)
60
HP Omen Transcend 14 (2025)
57
Key differences
  • PassMark CPU MarkApple MacBook Pro 14 (M5 Pro) 49,047 vs 34,215
  • BrightnessApple MacBook Pro 14 (M5 Pro) +1,200 nits brighter
  • Memory capacityHP Omen Transcend 14 (2025) 32 GB vs 24 GB
  • Display resolutionApple MacBook Pro 14 (M5 Pro) 3024 × 1964 vs 2880 × 1800 px
  • Display typeHP Omen Transcend 14 (2025) OLED vs Liquid Retina XDR

Performance

Higher benchmark score = faster

Apple MacBook Pro 14 (M5 Pro)49,047
HP Omen Transcend 14 (2025)34,215

Benchmark score — a measured indicator of raw performance, not a guarantee of real-world speed.

Battery capacity

Larger cell — a hardware spec, not battery life

Apple MacBook Pro 14 (M5 Pro)72.4 Wh
HP Omen Transcend 14 (2025)71 Wh

Capacity is the raw battery size. Real-world battery life depends just as much on the processor, software and display.

Scores by Category

Head-to-head score per category, out of 100

Apple MacBook Pro 14 (M5 Pro) wins 7 of 15 categories · HP Omen Transcend 14 (2025) wins 4

Apple MacBook Pro 14 (M5 Pro)HP Omen Transcend 14 (2025)
  • DisplayApple MacBook Pro 14 (M5 Pro) leads
    Apple MacBook Pro 14 (M5 Pro)
    62
    HP Omen Transcend 14 (2025)
    51
  • PerformanceApple MacBook Pro 14 (M5 Pro) leads
    Apple MacBook Pro 14 (M5 Pro)
    73
    HP Omen Transcend 14 (2025)
    53
  • BatteryTie
    Apple MacBook Pro 14 (M5 Pro)
    49
    HP Omen Transcend 14 (2025)
    51
  • MemoryHP Omen Transcend 14 (2025) leads
    Apple MacBook Pro 14 (M5 Pro)
    44
    HP Omen Transcend 14 (2025)
    56
  • Design & WeightApple MacBook Pro 14 (M5 Pro) leads
    Apple MacBook Pro 14 (M5 Pro)
    53
    HP Omen Transcend 14 (2025)
    47
  • ProcessorApple MacBook Pro 14 (M5 Pro) leads
    Apple MacBook Pro 14 (M5 Pro)
    73
    HP Omen Transcend 14 (2025)
    60

Physical Comparison

Weigh them up, then compare real dimensions in 3D

1.6 kg1.63 kg
Apple MacBook Pro 14 (M5 Pro)HP Omen Transcend 14 (2025)

HP Omen Transcend 14 (2025) is 0.03 kg (2%) heavier than Apple MacBook Pro 14 (M5 Pro).

In-depth analysisAI

AI-generated from the cited sources — may be incomplete or inaccurate; verify important details before deciding · generated Nov 2026.

Apple MacBook Pro 14 (M5 Pro)

Pros
  • 14.2-inch 1600-nit Liquid Retina XDR display
  • Apple M5 Pro processor with active cooling
  • Thunderbolt 5 and HDMI ports included
Cons
  • Soldered memory and storage cannot be upgraded
  • No touchscreen or pen support

HP Omen Transcend 14 (2025)

Pros
  • 14-inch 2880 x 1800 OLED display with 120Hz refresh rate
  • Nvidia GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop GPU and 32GB LPDDR5X RAM
  • Weighs 1.63 kg with Wi-Fi 7 and Thunderbolt 4 support
Cons
  • Memory capacity cannot be upgraded
  • Non-upgradeable 32GB RAM limit

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.

HP Omen Transcend 14 (2025)

  • RAM is soldered — you can't upgrade it later, so buy enough now.

Value for Money

What the price difference buys you

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

Apple MacBook Pro 14 (M5 Pro)

HP Omen Transcend 14 (2025)

Detailed Specifications

The specs that count most, side by side

Processor

Feature
Apple MacBook Pro 14 (M5 Pro)
HP Omen Transcend 14 (2025)
Processor model

Integrated Graphics

Feature
Apple MacBook Pro 14 (M5 Pro)
HP Omen Transcend 14 (2025)
Integrated graphics model

Discrete Graphics

Feature
Apple MacBook Pro 14 (M5 Pro)
HP Omen Transcend 14 (2025)
Discrete graphics model
N/A

Memory

Feature
Apple MacBook Pro 14 (M5 Pro)
HP Omen Transcend 14 (2025)
Memory capacity
24 GB
32 GB33% more
Technology
Memory upgradeable
No
No

Storage

Feature
Apple MacBook Pro 14 (M5 Pro)
HP Omen Transcend 14 (2025)
Storage capacity
1,024 GB
1,024 GB

Display

Feature
Apple MacBook Pro 14 (M5 Pro)
HP Omen Transcend 14 (2025)
Size
14.2 in
14 in
Display resolution
3024 × 1964 px
2880 × 1800 px
Refresh rate
120 Hz
120 Hz
Response time
N/A
0.2 ms
Display type
Brightness
1,600 nits300% more
400 nits

Battery

Feature
Apple MacBook Pro 14 (M5 Pro)
HP Omen Transcend 14 (2025)
Battery capacity
72.4 Wh
71 Wh

Design & Weight

Feature
Apple MacBook Pro 14 (M5 Pro)
HP Omen Transcend 14 (2025)
Weight
1.6 kg
1.63 kg

Performance

Feature
Apple MacBook Pro 14 (M5 Pro)
HP Omen Transcend 14 (2025)
PassMark CPU Mark
49,04743% more
34,215
Active cooling
Yes
Yes

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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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Apple MacBook Pro 14 (M5 Pro) vs HP Omen Transcend 14 (2025) comparison

Apple MacBook Pro 14 (M5 Pro) leads on display, scoring 62/100 vs 51/100 for HP Omen Transcend 14 (2025). The biggest gap is brightness, where Apple MacBook Pro 14 (M5 Pro) is +1,200 nits brighter.
Apple MacBook Pro 14 (M5 Pro) has the bigger battery: 72.4 Wh vs 71 Wh for HP Omen Transcend 14 (2025) (2% more). Real-world battery life also depends on the chip, display and software.
Apple MacBook Pro 14 (M5 Pro) launched in Mar 2026, 10 months after HP Omen Transcend 14 (2025). They're closely matched (60 vs 57/100), so upgrade only for a specific feature.

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