Apple MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Max) vs HP Omen Transcend 14 (2025)

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.

Verdict

Key takeaways

  • Apple MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Max) and HP Omen Transcend 14 (2025) are closely matched overall (within 1 points).
  • Key differences: display resolution, where Apple MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Max) has 3472 × 2266 vs 2880 × 1800 px; brightness, where Apple MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Max) is 1,600 nits brighter; battery capacity, where Apple MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Max) has 100 vs 71 Wh; weight, where HP Omen Transcend 14 (2025) is 0.21 kg lighter; integrated graphics model, where Apple MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Max) has Apple M5 Max GPU vs Intel Arc 140T.
Apple MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Max) and HP Omen Transcend 14 (2025) are closely matched
Apple MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Max) · 72 overall, #21 of 94
61
HP Omen Transcend 14 (2025) · 70 overall, #29 of 94
61
Key differences
  • Display resolutionApple MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Max) 3472 × 2266 vs 2880 × 1800 px
  • BrightnessApple MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Max) 1,600 nits brighter
  • Battery capacityApple MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Max) 100 vs 71 Wh
  • WeightHP Omen Transcend 14 (2025) 0.21 kg lighter
  • Integrated graphics modelApple MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Max) Apple M5 Max GPU vs Intel Arc 140T

Scores by Category

MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Max) wins 8 of 15 categories · Omen Transcend 14 (2025) wins 4

CategoryMacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Max)Omen Transcend 14 (2025)Lead
Display
+24
Performance
+80
Battery
+26
Memory
+13
Design & Weight
+10
Processor
+13
Storage
+21
Integrated Graphics
+51
Discrete Graphics
+73
Ports
+5
Connectivity
Tie
Webcam
Tie
Security
+100
Sound
+61
Input
Tie

Physical Comparison

1.84 kg1.63 kg
MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Max)Omen Transcend 14 (2025)

MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Max) is 0.21 kg (13%) heavier than Omen Transcend 14 (2025).

Value for Money

Launch prices — enter today's prices (same currency for both).

MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Max)

Amazon

Omen Transcend 14 (2025)

Amazon

Watch-outs

Compromises to know before you buy

Apple MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Max)

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

HP Omen Transcend 14 (2025)

  • RAM is soldered — you can't upgrade it later, so buy enough now.

Detailed Specifications

Processor

Feature
MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Max)
Omen Transcend 14 (2025)
Processor model

Integrated Graphics

Feature
MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Max)
Omen Transcend 14 (2025)
Integrated graphics model

Discrete Graphics

Feature
MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Max)
Omen Transcend 14 (2025)
Discrete graphics model
N/A

Memory

Feature
MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Max)
Omen Transcend 14 (2025)
Memory capacity
36 GB13% more
32 GB
Technology
Memory upgradeable
N/A
No

Storage

Feature
MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Max)
Omen Transcend 14 (2025)
Storage capacity
2 TB100% more
1 TB

Display

Feature
MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Max)
Omen Transcend 14 (2025)
Size
16.3 in16% more
14 in
Display resolution
3472 × 2266 px
2880 × 1800 px
Refresh rate
120 Hz
120 Hz
Response time
N/A
0.2 ms
Display type
Brightness
2,000 nits400% more
400 nits

Battery

Feature
MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Max)
Omen Transcend 14 (2025)
Battery capacity
100 Wh41% more
71 Wh

Design & Weight

Feature
MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Max)
Omen Transcend 14 (2025)
Dimensions
35.55 × 24.42 × 1.60 cm
31.3 × 23.35 × 1.79 cm
Weight
1.84 kg
1.63 kg11% less

Performance

Feature
MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Max)
Omen Transcend 14 (2025)
PassMark CPU Mark
N/A
34,215
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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