Apple MacBook Pro 14 PROLED (M5 Max) vs Asus ROG Zephyrus G16 (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 Zephyrus G16 (2026) has no published PassMark CPU Mark result, so it scores lower.

Verdict

Apple MacBook Pro 14 PROLED (M5 Max) leads overall

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

Asus ROG Zephyrus G16 (2026) · 70 overall, #29 of 94

Key differences

Refresh rateAsus ROG Zephyrus G16 (2026) 240 vs 120 Hz
BrightnessApple MacBook Pro 14 PROLED (M5 Max) 900 nits brighter
Display resolutionApple MacBook Pro 14 PROLED (M5 Max) 3024 × 1986 vs 2560 × 1600 px
Battery capacityAsus ROG Zephyrus G16 (2026) 90 vs 72.6 Wh
WeightApple MacBook Pro 14 PROLED (M5 Max) 0.55 kg lighter

Scores by Category

MacBook Pro 14 PROLED (M5 Max) wins 6 of 14 categories · ROG Zephyrus G16 (2026) wins 2

Category	MacBook Pro 14 PROLED (M5 Max)ROG Zephyrus G16 (2026)	Lead
Display		+5
Battery		+24
Memory		+36
Design & Weight		+32
Processor		+13
Storage		Tie
Integrated Graphics		+60
Ports		+7
Connectivity		Tie
Performance		Tie
Webcam		Tie
Security		Tie
Sound		+10
Input		Tie

Physical Comparison

MacBook Pro 14 PROLED (M5 Max)ROG Zephyrus G16 (2026)

ROG Zephyrus G16 (2026) is 0.55 kg (39%) 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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ROG Zephyrus G16 (2026)

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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.

Asus ROG Zephyrus G16 (2026)

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

Detailed Specifications

Processor

Feature	MacBook Pro 14 PROLED (M5 Max)	ROG Zephyrus G16 (2026)
Processor model

Integrated Graphics

Feature	MacBook Pro 14 PROLED (M5 Max)	ROG Zephyrus G16 (2026)
Integrated graphics model		N/A

Memory

Feature	MacBook Pro 14 PROLED (M5 Max)	ROG Zephyrus G16 (2026)
Memory capacity	36 GB	N/A
Technology
Memory upgradeable	N/A	No

Storage

Feature	MacBook Pro 14 PROLED (M5 Max)	ROG Zephyrus G16 (2026)
Storage capacity	2 TB	N/A
Socket type	N/A
PCIe version	N/A	4
Storage upgradeable	N/A	Yes

Display

Feature	MacBook Pro 14 PROLED (M5 Max)	ROG Zephyrus G16 (2026)
Size	14.2 in	16 in13% more
Display resolution	3024 × 1986 px	2560 × 1600 px
Aspect ratio	N/A	16:10
Refresh rate	120 Hz	240 Hz100% more
Response time	N/A	0.2 ms
Display type
Brightness	2,000 nits82% more	1,100 nits
Pen support	N/A	N/A
Touch support	Yes	N/A
Screen-to-body ratio	89%	85%

Feature	MacBook Pro 14 PROLED (M5 Max)	ROG Zephyrus G16 (2026)
Number of speakers	6	6
Power	N/A	N/A
Dolby Atmos	Yes	Yes
Number of microphones	3	N/A

Feature	MacBook Pro 14 PROLED (M5 Max)	ROG Zephyrus G16 (2026)
Webcam resolution	1920 × 1080 px	1920 × 1080 px

Battery

Feature	MacBook Pro 14 PROLED (M5 Max)	ROG Zephyrus G16 (2026)
Battery capacity	72.6 Wh	90 Wh24% more
Maximum charge power	96 W	250 W160% more

Feature	MacBook Pro 14 PROLED (M5 Max)	ROG Zephyrus G16 (2026)
Backlit keyboard	Yes	Yes
Numpad	N/A	N/A

Ports

Feature	MacBook Pro 14 PROLED (M5 Max)	ROG Zephyrus G16 (2026)
USB Type A	0	2
USB Type C	3	2
Thunderbolt technology
HDMI port	Yes	Yes
Card reader	Yes	Yes
Headphone jack	Yes	Yes

Design & Weight

Feature	MacBook Pro 14 PROLED (M5 Max)	ROG Zephyrus G16 (2026)
Color		N/A
Dimensions	31.08 × 21.63 × 1.50 cm	35.4 × 24.6 × 1.79 cm
Weight	1.4 kg28% less	1.95 kg

Feature	MacBook Pro 14 PROLED (M5 Max)	ROG Zephyrus G16 (2026)
Fingerprint scanner	Yes	N/A
Infrared face recognition support	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.