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Apple MacBook Pro 14 PROLED (M5 Max) vs Dell 16 Premium
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.
Verdict
Key takeaways
- Dell 16 Premium leads Apple MacBook Pro 14 PROLED (M5 Max) overall by 6 points (64 vs 58 out of 100).
- Key differences: display resolution, where Dell 16 Premium has 3840 × 2400 vs 3024 × 1986 px; brightness, where Apple MacBook Pro 14 PROLED (M5 Max) is 1,600 nits brighter; battery capacity, where Dell 16 Premium has 99.5 vs 72.6 Wh; weight, where Apple MacBook Pro 14 PROLED (M5 Max) is 0.94 kg lighter; integrated graphics model, where Apple MacBook Pro 14 PROLED (M5 Max) has Apple M5 Max GPU vs Intel Arc 140T.
Dell 16 Premium leads overall
Dell 16 Premium · 70 overall, #29 of 94
64
Apple MacBook Pro 14 PROLED (M5 Max) · 70 overall, #29 of 94
58
Key differences
- Display resolutionDell 16 Premium 3840 × 2400 vs 3024 × 1986 px
- BrightnessApple MacBook Pro 14 PROLED (M5 Max) 1,600 nits brighter
- Battery capacityDell 16 Premium 99.5 vs 72.6 Wh
- WeightApple MacBook Pro 14 PROLED (M5 Max) 0.94 kg lighter
- Integrated graphics modelApple MacBook Pro 14 PROLED (M5 Max) Apple M5 Max GPU vs Intel Arc 140T
Scores by Category
MacBook Pro 14 PROLED (M5 Max) wins 7 of 15 categories · 16 Premium wins 4
| Category | MacBook Pro 14 PROLED (M5 Max)16 Premium | Lead |
|---|---|---|
| Display | Tie | |
| Performance | +80 | |
| Battery | +28 | |
| Memory | +13 | |
| Design & Weight | +42 | |
| Processor | +17 | |
| Storage | +22 | |
| Integrated Graphics | +51 | |
| Discrete Graphics | +71 | |
| Ports | +27 | |
| Connectivity | Tie | |
| Webcam | Tie | |
| Security | +8 | |
| Sound | +3 | |
| Input | Tie |
Physical Comparison
MacBook Pro 14 PROLED (M5 Max)16 Premium
16 Premium is 0.94 kg (67%) 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)
16 Premium
Watch-outs
Compromises to know before you buy
Apple MacBook Pro 14 PROLED (M5 Max)
- No USB-A ports — older accessories need an adapter.
Dell 16 Premium
- RAM is soldered — you can't upgrade it later, so buy enough now.
- No HDMI — you'll need a dongle for projectors/TVs.
- No USB-A ports — older accessories need an adapter.
Detailed Specifications
Processor
| Feature | MacBook Pro 14 PROLED (M5 Max) | 16 Premium |
|---|---|---|
Processor model |
Integrated Graphics
| Feature | MacBook Pro 14 PROLED (M5 Max) | 16 Premium |
|---|---|---|
Integrated graphics model |
Discrete Graphics
| Feature | MacBook Pro 14 PROLED (M5 Max) | 16 Premium |
|---|---|---|
Discrete graphics model | N/A | |
3DMark Time Spy Graphics | N/A | 10,851 |
Memory
| Feature | MacBook Pro 14 PROLED (M5 Max) | 16 Premium |
|---|---|---|
Memory capacity | 36 GB13% more | 32 GB |
Technology | ||
Memory upgradeable | N/A | No |
Storage
| Feature | MacBook Pro 14 PROLED (M5 Max) | 16 Premium |
|---|---|---|
Storage capacity | 2 TB100% more | 1 TB |
Display
| Feature | MacBook Pro 14 PROLED (M5 Max) | 16 Premium |
|---|---|---|
Size | 14.2 in | 16.3 in15% more |
Display resolution | 3024 × 1986 px | 3840 × 2400 px |
Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz |
Response time | N/A | 0.88 ms |
Display type | ||
Brightness | 2,000 nits400% more | 400 nits |
Battery
| Feature | MacBook Pro 14 PROLED (M5 Max) | 16 Premium |
|---|---|---|
Battery capacity | 72.6 Wh | 99.5 Wh37% more |
Design & Weight
| Feature | MacBook Pro 14 PROLED (M5 Max) | 16 Premium |
|---|---|---|
Weight | 1.4 kg40% less | 2.341 kg |
Performance
| Feature | MacBook Pro 14 PROLED (M5 Max) | 16 Premium |
|---|---|---|
PassMark CPU Mark | N/A | 30,754 |
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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