Apple MacBook Pro 14 PROLED (M5 Pro)
Apple MacBook Pro 16 (M5 Max)
VS
Asus ROG Strix Scar 18 (2026) 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.
- 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 Pro) 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 Pro) is 400 nits brighter; processor model, where Apple MacBook Pro 14 PROLED (M5 Pro) has Apple M5 Pro vs Intel Core Ultra 9 290HX Plus.
Apple MacBook Pro 14 PROLED (M5 Pro) leads overall
Apple MacBook Pro 14 PROLED (M5 Pro) · 64 overall, #54 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 Pro) 400 nits brighter
- Processor modelApple MacBook Pro 14 PROLED (M5 Pro) Apple M5 Pro vs Intel Core Ultra 9 290HX Plus
Scores by Category
MacBook Pro 14 PROLED (M5 Pro) wins 5 of 14 categories · ROG Strix Scar 18 (2026) wins 3
| Category | ROG Strix Scar 18 (2026)MacBook Pro 14 PROLED (M5 Pro) | Lead |
|---|---|---|
| Display | +21 | |
| Battery | +26 | |
| Memory | +14 | |
| Design & Weight | +82 | |
| Processor | +46 | |
| Storage | Tie | |
| Integrated Graphics | +57 | |
| Ports | +12 | |
| Connectivity | Tie | |
| Performance | Tie | |
| Webcam | Tie | |
| Security | Tie | |
| Sound | +25 | |
| Input | Tie |
Physical Comparison
MacBook Pro 14 PROLED (M5 Pro)
1.38kg
Weight
Value for Money
Launch prices — enter today's prices (same currency for both).
ROG Strix Scar 18 (2026)
MacBook Pro 14 PROLED (M5 Pro)
Watch-outs
Compromises to know before you buy
Asus ROG Strix Scar 18 (2026)
No notable compromises found.
Apple MacBook Pro 14 PROLED (M5 Pro)
- No USB-A ports — older accessories need an adapter.
Detailed Specifications
Processor
| Feature | ROG Strix Scar 18 (2026) | MacBook Pro 14 PROLED (M5 Pro) |
|---|---|---|
Processor model |
Integrated Graphics
| Feature | ROG Strix Scar 18 (2026) | MacBook Pro 14 PROLED (M5 Pro) |
|---|---|---|
Integrated graphics model | N/A |
Memory
| Feature | ROG Strix Scar 18 (2026) | MacBook Pro 14 PROLED (M5 Pro) |
|---|---|---|
Memory capacity | N/A | 24 GB |
Technology | ||
Memory upgradeable | Yes | N/A |
Storage
| Feature | ROG Strix Scar 18 (2026) | MacBook Pro 14 PROLED (M5 Pro) |
|---|---|---|
Storage capacity | N/A | 1 TB |
Storage upgradeable | Yes | N/A |
Display
| Feature | ROG Strix Scar 18 (2026) | MacBook Pro 14 PROLED (M5 Pro) |
|---|---|---|
Size | 18 in27% more | 14.2 in |
Display resolution | 3840 × 2400 px | 3024 × 1986 px |
Refresh rate | 240 Hz100% more | 120 Hz |
Response time | 3 ms | N/A |
Display type | Mini LED | |
Brightness | 1,600 nits | 2,000 nits25% more |
Battery
| Feature | ROG Strix Scar 18 (2026) | MacBook Pro 14 PROLED (M5 Pro) |
|---|---|---|
Battery capacity | 90 Wh24% more | 72.6 Wh |
Ports
| Feature | ROG Strix Scar 18 (2026) | MacBook Pro 14 PROLED (M5 Pro) |
|---|---|---|
USB Type C | 2 | 3 |
Thunderbolt technology |
Design & Weight
| Feature | ROG Strix Scar 18 (2026) | MacBook Pro 14 PROLED (M5 Pro) |
|---|---|---|
Dimensions | 39.9 × 29.8 × 3.5 cm | 31.08 × 21.63 × 1.50 cm |
Weight | N/A | 1.38 kg |
Specification Note
Specifications are compiled from official manufacturer data and other reliable internet sources. Some features may vary by region or model configuration.
Which would you buy?
Cast your voteOther Popular Comparisons
Asus ROG Strix Scar 18 (2025)
Asus ROG Strix Scar 18 (2026)
VS
Apple MacBook Pro 14 PROLED (M5 Pro)
Apple MacBook Pro 14 (M5 Max)
VS
Asus ROG Flow Z13 (2025)
Asus ROG Strix Scar 18 (2026)
VS
Apple MacBook Pro 14 PROLED (M5 Pro)
Apple MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Max)
VS
Asus ROG Strix Scar 18 (2026)
Asus ROG Zephyrus G16 (2025)
VS
Apple MacBook Pro 14 PROLED (M5 Max)
Apple MacBook Pro 14 PROLED (M5 Pro)
VS
Asus ROG Strix Scar 18 (2026)
Asus ROG Zephyrus G14 (2025)
VS
Apple MacBook Pro 14 PROLED (M5 Pro)
Apple MacBook Pro 16 (M4 Max)
VS
Asus ROG Strix Scar 18 (2026)
Asus Zenbook Duo (2026)
VS
Apple MacBook Pro 14 (M5 Pro)
Apple MacBook Pro 14 PROLED (M5 Pro)
VS
Asus ROG Strix Scar 18 (2026)
Asus ROG Zephyrus G14 (2026)
VS