MSI Titan 18 HX AI (2025) vs Apple MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Max)

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

MSI Titan 18 HX AI (2025) leads overall

MSI Titan 18 HX AI (2025) · 84 overall, #2 of 94

Apple MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Max) · 72 overall, #21 of 94

Key differences

BrightnessApple MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Max) 1,000 nits brighter
WeightApple MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Max) 1.76 kg lighter
Display resolutionMSI Titan 18 HX AI (2025) 3840 × 2400 vs 3472 × 2266 px
Integrated graphics modelApple MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Max) Apple M5 Max GPU vs Intel Graphics
TechnologyApple MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Max) Unified vs DDR5

Scores by Category

Titan 18 HX AI (2025) wins 6 of 15 categories · MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Max) wins 5

Category	Titan 18 HX AI (2025)MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Max)	Lead
Display		+6
Performance		+80
Battery		+8
Memory		+29
Design & Weight		+58
Processor		Tie
Storage		+64
Integrated Graphics		+54
Discrete Graphics		+90
Ports		+14
Connectivity		Tie
Webcam		Tie
Security		+44
Sound		+18
Input		Tie

Physical Comparison

Titan 18 HX AI (2025)MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Max)

Titan 18 HX AI (2025) is 1.76 kg (96%) heavier than MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Max).

Value for Money

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

Titan 18 HX AI (2025)

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MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Max)

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Watch-outs

Compromises to know before you buy

MSI Titan 18 HX AI (2025)

No notable compromises found.

Apple MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Max)

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

Detailed Specifications

Processor

Feature	Titan 18 HX AI (2025)	MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Max)
Processor model

Integrated Graphics

Feature	Titan 18 HX AI (2025)	MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Max)
Integrated graphics model

Discrete Graphics

Feature	Titan 18 HX AI (2025)	MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Max)
Dedicated GPU	Yes	No
Discrete graphics model		N/A
3DMark Time Spy Graphics	23,165	N/A

Memory

Feature	Titan 18 HX AI (2025)	MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Max)
Memory capacity	64 GB78% more	36 GB
Technology
Memory upgradeable	Yes	N/A

Storage

Feature	Titan 18 HX AI (2025)	MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Max)
Storage capacity	4 TB100% more	2 TB
Socket type		N/A
PCIe version	5	N/A
Storage upgradeable	Yes	N/A

Display

Feature	Titan 18 HX AI (2025)	MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Max)
Size	18 in10% more	16.3 in
Display resolution	3840 × 2400 px	3472 × 2266 px
Aspect ratio	16:10	N/A
Refresh rate	120 Hz	120 Hz
Response time	15 ms	N/A
Display type
Brightness	1,000 nits	2,000 nits100% more
Pen support	No	N/A
Touch support	No	Yes
Screen-to-body ratio	76%	90%

Feature	Titan 18 HX AI (2025)	MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Max)
Number of speakers	6	6
Power	12 W	N/A
Dolby Atmos	No	Yes
Number of microphones	N/A	3

Feature	Titan 18 HX AI (2025)	MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Max)
Webcam resolution	1920 × 1080 px	1920 × 1080 px

Battery

Feature	Titan 18 HX AI (2025)	MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Max)
Battery capacity	99.9 Wh	100 Wh
Maximum charge power	400 W186% more	140 W

Feature	Titan 18 HX AI (2025)	MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Max)
Backlit keyboard	Yes	Yes
Numpad	N/A	N/A

Feature	Titan 18 HX AI (2025)	MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Max)
USB Type A	3	0
USB Type C	2	3
Thunderbolt technology
HDMI port	Yes	Yes
Card reader	Yes	Yes
Headphone jack	Yes	Yes

Design & Weight

Feature	Titan 18 HX AI (2025)	MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Max)
Color
Dimensions	40.4 × 30.7 × 3.2 cm	35.55 × 24.42 × 1.60 cm
Weight	3.6 kg	1.84 kg49% less

Feature	Titan 18 HX AI (2025)	MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Max)
Fingerprint scanner	No	Yes
Infrared face recognition support	Yes	N/A

Performance

Feature	Titan 18 HX AI (2025)	MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Max)
PassMark CPU Mark	56,272	N/A
Active cooling	Yes	N/A
Release Date	January 7, 2025	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.