Samsung Galaxy Book6 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.
Apple MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Pro) has no published PassMark CPU Mark result, so it scores lower.

Verdict

Samsung Galaxy Book6 Ultra leads overall

Samsung Galaxy Book6 Ultra · 77 overall, #10 of 94

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

Key differences

Display resolutionApple MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Pro) 3472 × 2266 vs 2880 × 1800 px
BrightnessApple MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Pro) 1,000 nits brighter
Battery capacityApple MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Pro) 100 vs 80.2 Wh
Integrated graphics modelApple MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Pro) Apple M5 Pro GPU vs Intel Graphics
USB Type CApple MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Pro) 3 vs 2

Scores by Category

Evenly split — each wins 5 of 15 categories

Category	Galaxy Book6 UltraMacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Pro)	Lead
Display		+22
Performance		+80
Battery		+24
Memory		+31
Design & Weight		Tie
Processor		+11
Storage		+54
Integrated Graphics		+49
Discrete Graphics		+72
Ports		+7
Connectivity		Tie
Webcam		Tie
Security		Tie
Sound		+11
Input		Tie

Physical Comparison

Galaxy Book6 UltraMacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Pro)

Galaxy Book6 Ultra is 0.07 kg (4%) heavier than MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Pro).

Value for Money

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

Galaxy Book6 Ultra

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MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Pro)

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Watch-outs

Compromises to know before you buy

Samsung Galaxy Book6 Ultra

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

Apple MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Pro)

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

Detailed Specifications

Processor

Feature	Galaxy Book6 Ultra	MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Pro)
Processor model

Integrated Graphics

Feature	Galaxy Book6 Ultra	MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Pro)
Integrated graphics model

Discrete Graphics

Feature	Galaxy Book6 Ultra	MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Pro)
Dedicated GPU	Yes	No
Discrete graphics model		N/A
3DMark Time Spy Graphics	12,027	N/A

Memory

Feature	Galaxy Book6 Ultra	MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Pro)
Memory capacity	64 GB167% more	24 GB
Technology
Memory upgradeable	No	N/A

Storage

Feature	Galaxy Book6 Ultra	MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Pro)
Storage capacity	2 TB100% more	1 TB
Socket type	N/A	N/A
PCIe version	N/A	N/A
Storage upgradeable	N/A	N/A

Display

Feature	Galaxy Book6 Ultra	MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Pro)
Size	16 in	16.3 in
Display resolution	2880 × 1800 px	3472 × 2266 px
Aspect ratio	N/A	N/A
Refresh rate	120 Hz	120 Hz
Response time	N/A	N/A
Display type
Brightness	1,000 nits	2,000 nits100% more
Pen support	No	N/A
Touch support	Yes	Yes
Screen-to-body ratio	84%	90%

Feature	Galaxy Book6 Ultra	MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Pro)
Number of speakers	6	6
Power	N/A	N/A
Dolby Atmos	Yes	Yes
Number of microphones	2	3

Feature	Galaxy Book6 Ultra	MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Pro)
Webcam resolution	1920 × 1080 px	1920 × 1080 px

Battery

Feature	Galaxy Book6 Ultra	MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Pro)
Battery capacity	80.2 Wh	100 Wh25% more
Maximum charge power	N/A	140 W

Feature	Galaxy Book6 Ultra	MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Pro)
Backlit keyboard	Yes	Yes
Numpad	N/A	N/A

Feature	Galaxy Book6 Ultra	MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Pro)
USB Type A	1	0
USB Type C	2	3
Thunderbolt technology
HDMI port	Yes	Yes
Card reader	Yes	Yes
Headphone jack	Yes	Yes

Design & Weight

Feature	Galaxy Book6 Ultra	MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Pro)
Color
Dimensions	35.69 × 24.79 × 1.55 cm	35.55 × 24.42 × 1.60 cm
Weight	1.89 kg	1.82 kg4% less

Feature	Galaxy Book6 Ultra	MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Pro)
Fingerprint scanner	Yes	Yes
Infrared face recognition support	N/A	N/A

Performance

Feature	Galaxy Book6 Ultra	MacBook Pro 16 PROLED (M5 Pro)
PassMark CPU Mark	36,183	N/A
Active cooling	Yes	N/A
Release Date	March 11, 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.