Apple MacBook Pro 14 PROLED (M5 Max)
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Apple MacBook Pro 14 PROLED (M5 Max) vs Asus ROG Strix Scar 18 (2026)
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.
- Asus ROG Strix Scar 18 (2026) has no published PassMark CPU Mark result, so it scores lower.
Verdict
Key takeaways
- Apple MacBook Pro 14 PROLED (M5 Max) leads Asus ROG Strix Scar 18 (2026) overall by 6 points (65 vs 59 out of 100).
- Key differences: display resolution, where Asus ROG Strix Scar 18 (2026) has 3840 × 2400 vs 3024 × 1986 px; refresh rate, where Asus ROG Strix Scar 18 (2026) has 240 vs 120 Hz; battery capacity, where Asus ROG Strix Scar 18 (2026) has 90 vs 72.6 Wh; brightness, where Apple MacBook Pro 14 PROLED (M5 Max) is 400 nits brighter; processor model, where Apple MacBook Pro 14 PROLED (M5 Max) has Apple M5 Max vs Intel Core Ultra 9 290HX Plus.
Apple MacBook Pro 14 PROLED (M5 Max) leads overall
Apple MacBook Pro 14 PROLED (M5 Max) · 70 overall, #29 of 94
65
Asus ROG Strix Scar 18 (2026) · 66 overall, #47 of 94
59
Key differences
- Display resolutionAsus ROG Strix Scar 18 (2026) 3840 × 2400 vs 3024 × 1986 px
- Refresh rateAsus ROG Strix Scar 18 (2026) 240 vs 120 Hz
- Battery capacityAsus ROG Strix Scar 18 (2026) 90 vs 72.6 Wh
- BrightnessApple MacBook Pro 14 PROLED (M5 Max) 400 nits brighter
- Processor modelApple MacBook Pro 14 PROLED (M5 Max) Apple M5 Max vs Intel Core Ultra 9 290HX Plus
Scores by Category
MacBook Pro 14 PROLED (M5 Max) wins 5 of 14 categories · ROG Strix Scar 18 (2026) wins 3
| Category | MacBook Pro 14 PROLED (M5 Max)ROG Strix Scar 18 (2026) | Lead |
|---|---|---|
| Display | +21 | |
| Battery | +26 | |
| Memory | +14 | |
| Design & Weight | +82 | |
| Processor | +46 | |
| Storage | Tie | |
| Integrated Graphics | +60 | |
| Ports | +12 | |
| Connectivity | Tie | |
| Performance | Tie | |
| Webcam | Tie | |
| Security | Tie | |
| Sound | +25 | |
| Input | Tie |
Physical Comparison
MacBook Pro 14 PROLED (M5 Max)
1.4kg
Weight
Value for Money
Launch prices — enter today's prices (same currency for both).
MacBook Pro 14 PROLED (M5 Max)
ROG Strix Scar 18 (2026)
Watch-outs
Compromises to know before you buy
Apple MacBook Pro 14 PROLED (M5 Max)
- No USB-A ports — older accessories need an adapter.
Asus ROG Strix Scar 18 (2026)
No notable compromises found.
Detailed Specifications
Processor
| Feature | MacBook Pro 14 PROLED (M5 Max) | ROG Strix Scar 18 (2026) |
|---|---|---|
Processor model |
Integrated Graphics
| Feature | MacBook Pro 14 PROLED (M5 Max) | ROG Strix Scar 18 (2026) |
|---|---|---|
Integrated graphics model | N/A |
Memory
| Feature | MacBook Pro 14 PROLED (M5 Max) | ROG Strix Scar 18 (2026) |
|---|---|---|
Memory capacity | 36 GB | N/A |
Technology | ||
Memory upgradeable | N/A | Yes |
Storage
| Feature | MacBook Pro 14 PROLED (M5 Max) | ROG Strix Scar 18 (2026) |
|---|---|---|
Storage capacity | 2 TB | N/A |
Storage upgradeable | N/A | Yes |
Display
| Feature | MacBook Pro 14 PROLED (M5 Max) | ROG Strix Scar 18 (2026) |
|---|---|---|
Size | 14.2 in | 18 in27% more |
Display resolution | 3024 × 1986 px | 3840 × 2400 px |
Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 240 Hz100% more |
Response time | N/A | 3 ms |
Display type | Mini LED | |
Brightness | 2,000 nits25% more | 1,600 nits |
Battery
| Feature | MacBook Pro 14 PROLED (M5 Max) | ROG Strix Scar 18 (2026) |
|---|---|---|
Battery capacity | 72.6 Wh | 90 Wh24% more |
Ports
| Feature | MacBook Pro 14 PROLED (M5 Max) | ROG Strix Scar 18 (2026) |
|---|---|---|
USB Type C | 3 | 2 |
Thunderbolt technology |
Design & Weight
| Feature | MacBook Pro 14 PROLED (M5 Max) | ROG Strix Scar 18 (2026) |
|---|---|---|
Dimensions | 31.08 × 21.63 × 1.50 cm | 39.9 × 29.8 × 3.5 cm |
Weight | 1.4 kg | N/A |
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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