Apple MacBook Pro 16 (M5 Max) vs Apple MacBook Pro 16 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 16 PROLED (M5 Pro) has no published PassMark CPU Mark result, so it scores lower.

Verdict

Apple MacBook Pro 16 (M5 Max) leads overall

Apple MacBook Pro 16 (M5 Max) · 75 overall, #16 of 94

Apple MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Pro) · 66 overall, #47 of 94

Key differences

BrightnessApple MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Pro) 400 nits brighter
Display typeApple MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Pro) OLED vs Liquid Retina XDR
WeightApple MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Pro) 0.33 kg lighter
Integrated graphics modelApple MacBook Pro 16 (M5 Max) Apple M5 Max GPU vs Apple M5 Pro GPU
Touch supportApple MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Pro) only

Scores by Category

MacBook Pro 16 (M5 Max) wins 4 of 14 categories · MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Pro) wins 3

Category	MacBook Pro 16 (M5 Max)MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Pro)	Lead
Display		+10
Performance		+80
Battery		Tie
Memory		+14
Design & Weight		+12
Processor		Tie
Storage		+39
Integrated Graphics		+7
Ports		Tie
Connectivity		Tie
Webcam		Tie
Security		+28
Sound		Tie
Input		Tie

Physical Comparison

MacBook Pro 16 (M5 Max)MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Pro)

MacBook Pro 16 (M5 Max) is 0.33 kg (18%) heavier than MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Pro).

Value for Money

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MacBook Pro 16 (M5 Max)

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MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Pro)

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Watch-outs

Compromises to know before you buy

Apple MacBook Pro 16 (M5 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 16 PROLED (M5 Pro)

No USB-A ports — older accessories need an adapter.

Detailed Specifications

Processor

Feature	MacBook Pro 16 (M5 Max)	MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Pro)
Processor model

Integrated Graphics

Feature	MacBook Pro 16 (M5 Max)	MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Pro)
Integrated graphics model

Memory

Feature	MacBook Pro 16 (M5 Max)	MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Pro)
Memory capacity	36 GB50% more	24 GB
Technology
Memory upgradeable	No	N/A

Storage

Feature	MacBook Pro 16 (M5 Max)	MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Pro)
Storage capacity	2 TB100% more	1 TB
Socket type		N/A
PCIe version	N/A	N/A
Storage upgradeable	No	N/A

Display

Feature	MacBook Pro 16 (M5 Max)	MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Pro)
Size	16.2 in	16.3 in
Display resolution	3456 × 2234 px	3472 × 2266 px
Aspect ratio	16:10	N/A
Refresh rate	120 Hz	120 Hz
Response time	N/A	N/A
Display type
Brightness	1,600 nits	2,000 nits25% more
Pen support	No	N/A
Touch support	No	Yes
Screen-to-body ratio	87%	90%

Feature	MacBook Pro 16 (M5 Max)	MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Pro)
Number of speakers	6	6
Power	N/A	N/A
Dolby Atmos	Yes	Yes
Number of microphones	3	3

Feature	MacBook Pro 16 (M5 Max)	MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Pro)
Webcam resolution	1920 × 1080 px	1920 × 1080 px

Battery

Feature	MacBook Pro 16 (M5 Max)	MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Pro)
Battery capacity	99.6 Wh	100 Wh
Maximum charge power	140 W	140 W

Feature	MacBook Pro 16 (M5 Max)	MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Pro)
Backlit keyboard	Yes	Yes
Numpad	No	N/A

Ports

Feature	MacBook Pro 16 (M5 Max)	MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Pro)
USB Type A	0	0
USB Type C	3	3
Thunderbolt technology
HDMI port	Yes	Yes
Card reader	Yes	Yes
Headphone jack	Yes	Yes

Design & Weight

Feature	MacBook Pro 16 (M5 Max)	MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Pro)
Color
Dimensions	35.57 × 24.81 × 1.68 cm	35.55 × 24.42 × 1.60 cm
Weight	2.15 kg	1.82 kg15% less

Feature	MacBook Pro 16 (M5 Max)	MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Pro)
Fingerprint scanner	Yes	Yes
Infrared face recognition support	No	N/A

Performance

Feature	MacBook Pro 16 (M5 Max)	MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Pro)
PassMark CPU Mark	57,655	N/A
Active cooling	Yes	N/A
Release Date	March 11, 2026	November 6, 2026

Specification Note

Specifications are compiled from official manufacturer data and other reliable internet sources. Some features may vary by region or model configuration.