Apple MacBook Pro 16 (M5 Max)
Apple MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Max)
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Apple MacBook Pro 16 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 16 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
Key takeaways
- Apple MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Max) leads Asus ROG Zephyrus G16 (2026) overall by 8 points (65 vs 57 out of 100).
- Key differences: display resolution, where Apple MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Max) has 3472 × 2266 vs 2560 × 1600 px; refresh rate, where Asus ROG Zephyrus G16 (2026) has 240 vs 120 Hz; brightness, where Apple MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Max) is 900 nits brighter; battery capacity, where Apple MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Max) has 100 vs 90 Wh; USB type C, where Apple MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Max) has 3 vs 2.
- Best value: Asus ROG Zephyrus G16 (2026) (from $3,699) — the strongest score-per-dollar of the two.
Apple MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Max) leads overall
Apple MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Max) · 72 overall, #21 of 94
65
Asus ROG Zephyrus G16 (2026) · 70 overall, #29 of 94
57
Key differences
- Display resolutionApple MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Max) 3472 × 2266 vs 2560 × 1600 px
- Refresh rateAsus ROG Zephyrus G16 (2026) 240 vs 120 Hz
- BrightnessApple MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Max) 900 nits brighter
- Battery capacityApple MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Max) 100 vs 90 Wh
- USB Type CApple MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Max) 3 vs 2
Scores by Category
MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Max) wins 7 of 14 categories · ROG Zephyrus G16 (2026) wins 1
| Category | MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Max)ROG Zephyrus G16 (2026) | Lead |
|---|---|---|
| Display | +12 | |
| Battery | +4 | |
| Memory | +36 | |
| Design & Weight | +6 | |
| 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 16 PROLED (M5 Max)ROG Zephyrus G16 (2026)
ROG Zephyrus G16 (2026) is 0.11 kg (6%) heavier than MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Max).
Value for Money
Launch prices — enter today's prices (same currency for both).
MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Max)
ROG Zephyrus G16 (2026)
Watch-outs
Compromises to know before you buy
Apple MacBook Pro 16 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 16 PROLED (M5 Max) | ROG Zephyrus G16 (2026) |
|---|---|---|
Processor model |
Integrated Graphics
| Feature | MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Max) | ROG Zephyrus G16 (2026) |
|---|---|---|
Integrated graphics model | N/A |
Memory
| Feature | MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Max) | ROG Zephyrus G16 (2026) |
|---|---|---|
Memory capacity | 36 GB | N/A |
Technology | ||
Memory upgradeable | N/A | No |
Storage
| Feature | MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Max) | ROG Zephyrus G16 (2026) |
|---|---|---|
Storage capacity | 2 TB | N/A |
Storage upgradeable | N/A | Yes |
Display
| Feature | MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Max) | ROG Zephyrus G16 (2026) |
|---|---|---|
Size | 16.3 in | 16 in |
Display resolution | 3472 × 2266 px | 2560 × 1600 px |
Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 240 Hz100% more |
Response time | N/A | 0.2 ms |
Display type | ||
Brightness | 2,000 nits82% more | 1,100 nits |
Battery
| Feature | MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Max) | ROG Zephyrus G16 (2026) |
|---|---|---|
Battery capacity | 100 Wh11% more | 90 Wh |
Ports
| Feature | MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Max) | ROG Zephyrus G16 (2026) |
|---|---|---|
USB Type C | 3 | 2 |
Thunderbolt technology |
Design & Weight
| Feature | MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Max) | ROG Zephyrus G16 (2026) |
|---|---|---|
Dimensions | 35.55 × 24.42 × 1.60 cm | 35.4 × 24.6 × 1.79 cm |
Weight | 1.84 kg6% less | 1.95 kg |
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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