Dell XPS 16 Creator Edition 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.
Dell XPS 16 Creator Edition has no published PassMark CPU Mark result, so it scores lower.
Apple MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Pro) has no published PassMark CPU Mark result, so it scores lower.

Verdict

Apple MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Pro) leads overall

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

Dell XPS 16 Creator Edition · 67 overall, #44 of 94

Key differences

BrightnessApple MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Pro) 1,600 nits brighter
Display resolutionApple MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Pro) 3472 × 2266 vs 3200 × 2000 px
Processor modelApple MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Pro) Apple M5 Pro vs Nvidia RTX Spark N1X
TechnologyApple MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Pro) Unified vs LPDDR5X

Scores by Category

MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Pro) wins 11 of 14 categories · XPS 16 Creator Edition wins 1

Category	XPS 16 Creator EditionMacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Pro)	Lead
Display		+20
Performance		+30
Battery		+6
Memory		+20
Design & Weight		+40
Processor		+42
Storage		+100
Integrated Graphics		+57
Ports		+9
Connectivity		Tie
Webcam		+100
Security		+100
Sound		+100
Input		Tie

Physical Comparison

MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Pro)

1.82kg

Weight

Value for Money

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

XPS 16 Creator Edition

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MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Pro)

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Watch-outs

Compromises to know before you buy

Dell XPS 16 Creator Edition

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	XPS 16 Creator Edition	MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Pro)
Processor model

Integrated Graphics

Feature	XPS 16 Creator Edition	MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Pro)
Integrated graphics model	N/A

Memory

Feature	XPS 16 Creator Edition	MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Pro)
Memory capacity	N/A	24 GB
Technology
Memory upgradeable	N/A	N/A

Storage

Feature	XPS 16 Creator Edition	MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Pro)
Storage capacity	N/A	1 TB
Socket type	N/A	N/A
PCIe version	N/A	N/A
Storage upgradeable	N/A	N/A

Display

Feature	XPS 16 Creator Edition	MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Pro)
Size	16 in	16.3 in
Display resolution	3200 × 2000 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	400 nits	2,000 nits400% more
Pen support	N/A	N/A
Touch support	Yes	Yes
Screen-to-body ratio	88%	90%

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

Feature	XPS 16 Creator Edition	MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Pro)
Webcam resolution	N/A	1920 × 1080 px

Battery

Feature	XPS 16 Creator Edition	MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Pro)
Battery capacity	99 Wh	100 Wh
Maximum charge power	N/A	140 W

Connectivity

Feature	XPS 16 Creator Edition	MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Pro)
Wi-Fi technology
Bluetooth technology

Feature	XPS 16 Creator Edition	MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Pro)
Backlit keyboard	Yes	Yes
Numpad	N/A	N/A

Ports

Feature	XPS 16 Creator Edition	MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Pro)
USB Type A	0	0
USB Type C	3	3
Thunderbolt technology	N/A
HDMI port	Yes	Yes
Card reader	Yes	Yes
Headphone jack	Yes	Yes

Design & Weight

Feature	XPS 16 Creator Edition	MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Pro)
Color	N/A
Dimensions	35.26 × 23.8 × 1.78 cm	35.55 × 24.42 × 1.60 cm
Weight	N/A	1.82 kg

Feature	XPS 16 Creator Edition	MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Pro)
Fingerprint scanner	N/A	Yes
Infrared face recognition support	N/A	N/A

Performance

Feature	XPS 16 Creator Edition	MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Pro)
PassMark CPU Mark	N/A	N/A
Active cooling	Yes	N/A
Release Date	October 7, 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.