Apple MacBook Pro 14 PROLED (M5 Pro)
Apple MacBook Pro 16 (M5 Max)
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Apple MacBook Pro 16 (M4 Max) vs Apple MacBook Pro 14 PROLED (M5 Pro)
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 Pro) has no published PassMark CPU Mark result, so it scores lower.
Verdict
Key takeaways
- Apple MacBook Pro 16 (M4 Max) leads Apple MacBook Pro 14 PROLED (M5 Pro) overall by 10 points (63 vs 53 out of 100).
- Key differences: battery capacity, where Apple MacBook Pro 16 (M4 Max) has 99.6 vs 72.6 Wh; weight, where Apple MacBook Pro 14 PROLED (M5 Pro) is 0.77 kg lighter; display resolution, where Apple MacBook Pro 16 (M4 Max) has 3456 × 2234 vs 3024 × 1986 px; brightness, where Apple MacBook Pro 14 PROLED (M5 Pro) is 400 nits brighter; display type, where Apple MacBook Pro 14 PROLED (M5 Pro) has OLED vs Liquid Retina XDR.
Apple MacBook Pro 16 (M4 Max) leads overall
Apple MacBook Pro 16 (M4 Max)
63
Apple MacBook Pro 14 PROLED (M5 Pro) · 64 overall, #54 of 94
53
Key differences
- Battery capacityApple MacBook Pro 16 (M4 Max) 99.6 vs 72.6 Wh
- WeightApple MacBook Pro 14 PROLED (M5 Pro) 0.77 kg lighter
- Display resolutionApple MacBook Pro 16 (M4 Max) 3456 × 2234 vs 3024 × 1986 px
- BrightnessApple MacBook Pro 14 PROLED (M5 Pro) 400 nits brighter
- Display typeApple MacBook Pro 14 PROLED (M5 Pro) OLED vs Liquid Retina XDR
Scores by Category
MacBook Pro 14 PROLED (M5 Pro) wins 5 of 14 categories · MacBook Pro 16 (M4 Max) wins 4
| Category | MacBook Pro 16 (M4 Max)MacBook Pro 14 PROLED (M5 Pro) | Lead |
|---|---|---|
| Display | Tie | |
| Performance | +80 | |
| Battery | +30 | |
| Memory | +14 | |
| Design & Weight | +36 | |
| Processor | +4 | |
| Storage | +3 | |
| Integrated Graphics | +4 | |
| Ports | Tie | |
| Connectivity | +15 | |
| Webcam | Tie | |
| Security | +28 | |
| Sound | Tie | |
| Input | Tie |
Physical Comparison
MacBook Pro 16 (M4 Max)MacBook Pro 14 PROLED (M5 Pro)
MacBook Pro 16 (M4 Max) is 0.77 kg (56%) heavier than MacBook Pro 14 PROLED (M5 Pro).
Value for Money
Launch prices — enter today's prices (same currency for both).
MacBook Pro 16 (M4 Max)
MacBook Pro 14 PROLED (M5 Pro)
Watch-outs
Compromises to know before you buy
Apple MacBook Pro 16 (M4 Max)
- 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.
Apple MacBook Pro 14 PROLED (M5 Pro)
- No USB-A ports — older accessories need an adapter.
Detailed Specifications
Processor
| Feature | MacBook Pro 16 (M4 Max) | MacBook Pro 14 PROLED (M5 Pro) |
|---|---|---|
Processor model |
Integrated Graphics
| Feature | MacBook Pro 16 (M4 Max) | MacBook Pro 14 PROLED (M5 Pro) |
|---|---|---|
Integrated graphics model |
Memory
| Feature | MacBook Pro 16 (M4 Max) | MacBook Pro 14 PROLED (M5 Pro) |
|---|---|---|
Memory capacity | 36 GB50% more | 24 GB |
Technology | ||
Memory upgradeable | No | N/A |
Storage
| Feature | MacBook Pro 16 (M4 Max) | MacBook Pro 14 PROLED (M5 Pro) |
|---|---|---|
Storage capacity | 1 TB | 1 TB |
Display
| Feature | MacBook Pro 16 (M4 Max) | MacBook Pro 14 PROLED (M5 Pro) |
|---|---|---|
Size | 16.2 in14% more | 14.2 in |
Display resolution | 3456 × 2234 px | 3024 × 1986 px |
Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz |
Display type | ||
Brightness | 1,600 nits | 2,000 nits25% more |
Battery
| Feature | MacBook Pro 16 (M4 Max) | MacBook Pro 14 PROLED (M5 Pro) |
|---|---|---|
Battery capacity | 99.6 Wh37% more | 72.6 Wh |
Ports
| Feature | MacBook Pro 16 (M4 Max) | MacBook Pro 14 PROLED (M5 Pro) |
|---|---|---|
USB Type C | 3 | 3 |
Design & Weight
| Feature | MacBook Pro 16 (M4 Max) | MacBook Pro 14 PROLED (M5 Pro) |
|---|---|---|
Dimensions | 35.57 × 24.81 × 1.68 cm | 31.08 × 21.63 × 1.50 cm |
Weight | 2.15 kg | 1.38 kg36% less |
Performance
| Feature | MacBook Pro 16 (M4 Max) | MacBook Pro 14 PROLED (M5 Pro) |
|---|---|---|
PassMark CPU Mark | 38,348 | N/A |
Active cooling | Yes | 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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