Microsoft Surface Laptop Ultra 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.
Microsoft Surface Laptop Ultra 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

Microsoft Surface Laptop Ultra · 72 overall, #21 of 94

Key differences

BrightnessApple MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Pro) 1,000 nits brighter
Display resolutionApple MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Pro) 3472 × 2266 vs 3270 × 2180 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
Number of speakersApple MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Pro) 6 vs 4

Scores by Category

MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Pro) wins 7 of 14 categories · Surface Laptop Ultra wins 2

Category	Surface Laptop UltraMacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Pro)	Lead
Display		+21
Performance		+30
Battery		+44
Memory		+20
Design & Weight		+6
Processor		+42
Storage		Tie
Integrated Graphics		+57
Ports		+11
Connectivity		Tie
Webcam		Tie
Security		Tie
Sound		+23
Input		Tie

Physical Comparison

Surface Laptop UltraMacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Pro)

Surface Laptop Ultra is 0.18 kg (10%) heavier than MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Pro).

Value for Money

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

Surface Laptop Ultra

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MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Pro)

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Watch-outs

Compromises to know before you buy

Microsoft Surface Laptop Ultra

No notable compromises found.

Apple MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Pro)

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

Detailed Specifications

Processor

Feature	Surface Laptop Ultra	MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Pro)
Processor model

Integrated Graphics

Feature	Surface Laptop Ultra	MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Pro)
Integrated graphics model	N/A

Memory

Feature	Surface Laptop Ultra	MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Pro)
Memory capacity	N/A	24 GB
Technology
Memory upgradeable	N/A	N/A

Storage

Feature	Surface Laptop Ultra	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	Yes	N/A

Display

Feature	Surface Laptop Ultra	MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Pro)
Size	15 in	16.3 in9% more
Display resolution	3270 × 2180 px	3472 × 2266 px
Aspect ratio	3:2	N/A
Refresh rate	120 Hz	120 Hz
Response time	N/A	N/A
Display type	N/A
Brightness	1,000 nits	2,000 nits100% more
Pen support	No	N/A
Touch support	Yes	Yes
Screen-to-body ratio	85%	90%

Feature	Surface Laptop Ultra	MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Pro)
Number of speakers	4	6
Power	N/A	N/A
Dolby Atmos	Yes	Yes
Number of microphones	2	3

Feature	Surface Laptop Ultra	MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Pro)
Webcam resolution	1920 × 1080 px	1920 × 1080 px

Battery

Feature	Surface Laptop Ultra	MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Pro)
Battery capacity	N/A	100 Wh
Maximum charge power	140 W	140 W

Feature	Surface Laptop Ultra	MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Pro)
Backlit keyboard	Yes	Yes
Numpad	N/A	N/A

Ports

Feature	Surface Laptop Ultra	MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Pro)
USB Type A	1	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	Surface Laptop Ultra	MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Pro)
Color	N/A
Dimensions	32.88 × 23.87 × 1.8 cm	35.55 × 24.42 × 1.60 cm
Weight	2 kg	1.82 kg9% less

Feature	Surface Laptop Ultra	MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Pro)
Fingerprint scanner	N/A	Yes
Infrared face recognition support	Yes	N/A

Performance

Feature	Surface Laptop Ultra	MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Pro)
PassMark CPU Mark	N/A	N/A
Active cooling	Yes	N/A
Release Date	October 16, 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.