Razer Blade 14 (2025) vs Apple MacBook Pro 14 (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.

Verdict

Key takeaways

  • Razer Blade 14 (2025) and Apple MacBook Pro 14 (M5 Max) are closely matched overall (within 1 point).
  • Key differences: PassMark CPU mark, where Apple MacBook Pro 14 (M5 Max) has 57,705 vs 30,345; display resolution, where Apple MacBook Pro 14 (M5 Max) has 3024 × 1964 vs 2880 × 1800 px; display type, where Razer Blade 14 (2025) has OLED vs Liquid Retina XDR; USB type C, where Apple MacBook Pro 14 (M5 Max) has 3 vs 2; integrated graphics model, where Apple MacBook Pro 14 (M5 Max) has Apple M5 Max GPU vs AMD Radeon 880M.
Razer Blade 14 (2025) and Apple MacBook Pro 14 (M5 Max) are closely matched
Razer Blade 14 (2025) · #8 of 94
61
Apple MacBook Pro 14 (M5 Max)
60
Key differences
  • PassMark CPU MarkApple MacBook Pro 14 (M5 Max) 57,705 vs 30,345
  • Display resolutionApple MacBook Pro 14 (M5 Max) 3024 × 1964 vs 2880 × 1800 px
  • Display typeRazer Blade 14 (2025) OLED vs Liquid Retina XDR
  • USB Type CApple MacBook Pro 14 (M5 Max) 3 vs 2
  • Integrated graphics modelApple MacBook Pro 14 (M5 Max) Apple M5 Max GPU vs AMD Radeon 880M

Scores by Category

Blade 14 (2025) wins 6 of 15 categories · MacBook Pro 14 (M5 Max) wins 5

CategoryBlade 14 (2025)MacBook Pro 14 (M5 Max)Lead
Display
+4
Performance
+32
Battery
+6
Memory
+13
Design & Weight
Tie
Processor
+15
Storage
+35
Integrated Graphics
+49
Discrete Graphics
+74
Ports
+9
Connectivity
Tie
Webcam
Tie
Security
+44
Sound
+33
Input
Tie

Physical Comparison

1.63 kg1.62 kg
Blade 14 (2025)MacBook Pro 14 (M5 Max)

Blade 14 (2025) is 0.01 kg (1%) heavier than MacBook Pro 14 (M5 Max).

Value for Money

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

MacBook Pro 14 (M5 Max)

Watch-outs

Compromises to know before you buy

Razer Blade 14 (2025)

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

Apple MacBook Pro 14 (M5 Max)

  • RAM is soldered — you can't upgrade it later, so buy enough now.
  • Storage isn't user-upgradeable.
  • No USB-A ports — older accessories need an adapter.

Detailed Specifications

Processor

Feature
Blade 14 (2025)
MacBook Pro 14 (M5 Max)
Processor model

Integrated Graphics

Feature
Blade 14 (2025)
MacBook Pro 14 (M5 Max)
Integrated graphics model

Discrete Graphics

Feature
Blade 14 (2025)
MacBook Pro 14 (M5 Max)
Discrete graphics model
N/A
3DMark Time Spy Graphics
13,734
N/A

Memory

Feature
Blade 14 (2025)
MacBook Pro 14 (M5 Max)
Memory capacity
64 GB33% more
48 GB
Technology

Storage

Feature
Blade 14 (2025)
MacBook Pro 14 (M5 Max)
Storage capacity
2 TB
2 TB

Display

Feature
Blade 14 (2025)
MacBook Pro 14 (M5 Max)
Size
14 in
14.2 in
Display resolution
2880 × 1800 px
3024 × 1964 px
Refresh rate
120 Hz
120 Hz
Response time
0.2 ms
N/A
Display type
Brightness
N/A
1,600 nits

Battery

Feature
Blade 14 (2025)
MacBook Pro 14 (M5 Max)
Battery capacity
72 Wh
72.4 Wh

Design & Weight

Feature
Blade 14 (2025)
MacBook Pro 14 (M5 Max)
Weight
1.63 kg
1.62 kg

Performance

Feature
Blade 14 (2025)
MacBook Pro 14 (M5 Max)
PassMark CPU Mark
30,345
57,70590% more
Active cooling
Yes
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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