Apple MacBook Pro 14 (M6)
Apple MacBook Pro 16 (M5 Max)
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Apple MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Max) vs Apple MacBook Pro 14 (M6)
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
Key takeaways
- Apple MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Max) and Apple MacBook Pro 14 (M6) are closely matched overall (within 3 points).
- Key differences: battery capacity, where Apple MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Max) has 100 vs 72.4 Wh; display resolution, where Apple MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Max) has 3472 × 2266 vs 3024 × 1964 px; brightness, where Apple MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Max) is 400 nits brighter; weight, where Apple MacBook Pro 14 (M6) is 0.29 kg lighter; display type, where Apple MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Max) has OLED vs Liquid Retina XDR.
- Best value: Apple MacBook Pro 14 (M6) (from $1,999) — the strongest score-per-dollar of the two.
Apple MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Max) and Apple MacBook Pro 14 (M6) are closely matched
Apple MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Max) · 72 overall, #21 of 94
60
Apple MacBook Pro 14 (M6) · 64 overall, #54 of 94
57
Key differences
- Battery capacityApple MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Max) 100 vs 72.4 Wh
- Display resolutionApple MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Max) 3472 × 2266 vs 3024 × 1964 px
- BrightnessApple MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Max) 400 nits brighter
- WeightApple MacBook Pro 14 (M6) 0.29 kg lighter
- Display typeApple MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Max) OLED vs Liquid Retina XDR
Scores by Category
MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Max) wins 8 of 14 categories · MacBook Pro 14 (M6) wins 2
| Category | MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Max)MacBook Pro 14 (M6) | Lead |
|---|---|---|
| Display | +17 | |
| Performance | +80 | |
| Battery | +28 | |
| Memory | +40 | |
| Design & Weight | +18 | |
| Processor | +10 | |
| Storage | +45 | |
| Integrated Graphics | +9 | |
| Ports | +7 | |
| Connectivity | Tie | |
| Webcam | Tie | |
| Security | +28 | |
| Sound | Tie | |
| Input | Tie |
Physical Comparison
MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Max)MacBook Pro 14 (M6)
MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Max) is 0.29 kg (19%) heavier than MacBook Pro 14 (M6).
Value for Money
Launch prices — enter today's prices (same currency for both).
MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Max)
MacBook Pro 14 (M6)
Watch-outs
Compromises to know before you buy
Apple MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Max)
- No USB-A ports — older accessories need an adapter.
Apple MacBook Pro 14 (M6)
- 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 16 PROLED (M5 Max) | MacBook Pro 14 (M6) |
|---|---|---|
Processor model |
Integrated Graphics
| Feature | MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Max) | MacBook Pro 14 (M6) |
|---|---|---|
Integrated graphics model |
Memory
| Feature | MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Max) | MacBook Pro 14 (M6) |
|---|---|---|
Memory capacity | 36 GB125% more | 16 GB |
Technology | ||
Memory upgradeable | N/A | No |
Storage
| Feature | MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Max) | MacBook Pro 14 (M6) |
|---|---|---|
Storage capacity | 2 TB100% more | 1 TB |
Display
| Feature | MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Max) | MacBook Pro 14 (M6) |
|---|---|---|
Size | 16.3 in15% more | 14.2 in |
Display resolution | 3472 × 2266 px | 3024 × 1964 px |
Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz |
Display type | ||
Brightness | 2,000 nits25% more | 1,600 nits |
Battery
| Feature | MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Max) | MacBook Pro 14 (M6) |
|---|---|---|
Battery capacity | 100 Wh38% more | 72.4 Wh |
Ports
| Feature | MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Max) | MacBook Pro 14 (M6) |
|---|---|---|
USB Type C | 3 | 3 |
Design & Weight
| Feature | MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Max) | MacBook Pro 14 (M6) |
|---|---|---|
Dimensions | 35.55 × 24.42 × 1.60 cm | 31.26 × 22.12 × 1.55 cm |
Weight | 1.84 kg | 1.55 kg16% less |
Performance
| Feature | MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Max) | MacBook Pro 14 (M6) |
|---|---|---|
PassMark CPU Mark | N/A | 35,816 |
Active cooling | N/A | 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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