MacBook Pro 16-inch (M5 Pro) vs MacBook Pro 14-inch (M5)
Verified 2026-10-03
A factual specification comparison between the MacBook Pro 16-inch (M5 Pro) and the MacBook Pro 14-inch (M5).
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Fully verifiedLaptopReleased · 2026-09-19Announced 2026-09-09
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Key differences
| Specification | MacBook Pro 16-inch (M5 Pro) | MacBook Pro 14-inch (M5) |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | M5 Pro: 2.14 kg (4.7 lb), M5 Max: 2.15 kg (4.7 lb) | 3.4 lb (1.55 kg) |
| Display | 16.2-inch Liquid Retina XDR, ProMotion up to 120Hz, 1,000,000:1 contrast ratio, True Tone, Wide color (P3) | 14.2-inch Liquid Retina XDR, ProMotion up to 120Hz, 1000 nits sustained / 1600 nits peak HDR |
| Chipset | Apple M5 Pro: 18-core CPU (6 performance + 12 efficiency... per Apple's own count), 20-core GPU, 16-core Neural Engine, 307GB/s memory bandwidth. Configurable to M5 Max (32-core or 40-core GPU, up to 614GB/s bandwidth). | Apple M5 (10-core CPU: 4 performance + 6 efficiency, 10-core GPU) |
| Storage type | SSD, 1TB base, configurable up to 8TB | SSD, 1TB base (configurable to 2TB or 4TB) |
| Battery life | Up to 24 hours video streaming (M5 Pro) / up to 22 hours (M5 Max); up to 17 hours wireless web (M5 Pro) / up to 16 hours (M5 Max) | Up to 24 hours video streaming, up to 16 hours wireless web |
| Webcam | 12MP Center Stage camera with Desk View support, 1080p HD video recording | 12MP Center Stage camera, 1080p HD video |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) via Apple N1 wireless networking chip | Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax) |
| Ports | Three Thunderbolt 5 (USB-C) ports up to 120Gb/s, HDMI 2.1, SDXC card slot, MagSafe 3 port, 3.5mm headphone jack | 3x Thunderbolt 4 (USB-C; up to 40Gb/s), HDMI, SDXC card slot, MagSafe 3, 3.5mm headphone jack |
| Operating system at launch | macOS 27 | macOS |
| Biometric authentication | Touch ID | Touch ID (integrated in keyboard) |
Facts shown above are the specifications where both devices have a confirmed value and those values differ — not an indication that either device is better. Showing 10 of 19 differing facts, spread across categories — see the full specification table below for the rest.
Configurations
MacBook Pro 16-inch (M5 Pro)
- 1024GB / 24GB RAM
- 1024GB / 48GB RAM
- 2048GB / 48GB RAM
MacBook Pro 14-inch (M5)
- 1024GB / 16GB RAM
Cameras
MacBook Pro 16-inch (M5 Pro)
- Front · Center Stage: 12MP
MacBook Pro 14-inch (M5)
- Front · Center Stage: 12MP
Specifications
| Specification | MacBook Pro 16-inch (M5 Pro) | MacBook Pro 14-inch (M5) |
|---|---|---|
| Design & Build | ||
| Weight | M5 Pro: 2.14 kg (4.7 lb), M5 Max: 2.15 kg (4.7 lb) | 3.4 lb (1.55 kg) |
| Dimensions | 355.7 x 248.1 x 16.8 mm | 12.31 × 8.71 × 0.61 in |
| Colors | Space Black, Silver | Space Black, Silver |
| Build materials | Not disclosed | 100 percent recycled aluminum enclosure |
| Keyboard | Backlit Magic Keyboard (78 ANSI / 79 ISO keys with 12 full-height function keys), Touch ID, Force Touch trackpad | Backlit Magic Keyboard with 78 (ANSI) or 79 (ISO) keys, Touch ID, and Force Touch trackpad |
| Display | ||
| Display | 16.2-inch Liquid Retina XDR, ProMotion up to 120Hz, 1,000,000:1 contrast ratio, True Tone, Wide color (P3) | 14.2-inch Liquid Retina XDR, ProMotion up to 120Hz, 1000 nits sustained / 1600 nits peak HDR |
| Resolution | 3456x2234 | 3024×1964 pixels (254 ppi) |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz (ProMotion adaptive) | — |
| Peak brightness | 1000 nits sustained full-screen; 1600 nits peak (HDR); 1000 nits (SDR outdoor) | 1600 nits |
| Performance | ||
| Chipset | Apple M5 Pro: 18-core CPU (6 performance + 12 efficiency... per Apple's own count), 20-core GPU, 16-core Neural Engine, 307GB/s memory bandwidth. Configurable to M5 Max (32-core or 40-core GPU, up to 614GB/s bandwidth). | Apple M5 (10-core CPU: 4 performance + 6 efficiency, 10-core GPU) |
| Graphics | 20-core GPU (integrated, M5 Pro); configurable to 32-core or 40-core GPU (M5 Max) | 10-core GPU |
| Memory & Storage | ||
| Storage type | SSD, 1TB base, configurable up to 8TB | SSD, 1TB base (configurable to 2TB or 4TB) |
| Memory type | Unified memory: 24GB or 48GB (M5 Pro); configurable up to 128GB (M5 Max) | Unified memory, 16GB/24GB/32GB options |
| Battery & Charging | ||
| Battery life | Up to 24 hours video streaming (M5 Pro) / up to 22 hours (M5 Max); up to 17 hours wireless web (M5 Pro) / up to 16 hours (M5 Max) | Up to 24 hours video streaming, up to 16 hours wireless web |
| Charging | 140W USB-C Power Adapter, USB-C to MagSafe 3 Cable, fast-charge capable with 140W or higher USB PD source | 70W USB-C adapter included; supports fast charging with a 96W+ source |
| Battery capacity (Wh) | 100 | 72.4 |
| Camera | ||
| Webcam | 12MP Center Stage camera with Desk View support, 1080p HD video recording | 12MP Center Stage camera, 1080p HD video |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) via Apple N1 wireless networking chip | Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax) |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 6 | Bluetooth 5.3 |
| Ports & Expansion | ||
| Ports | Three Thunderbolt 5 (USB-C) ports up to 120Gb/s, HDMI 2.1, SDXC card slot, MagSafe 3 port, 3.5mm headphone jack | 3x Thunderbolt 4 (USB-C; up to 40Gb/s), HDMI, SDXC card slot, MagSafe 3, 3.5mm headphone jack |
| Audio | ||
| Speakers | — | Six-speaker system with force-cancelling woofers, Spatial Audio support, Dolby Atmos support |
| Software | ||
| Operating system at launch | macOS 27 | macOS |
| Security & Sensors | ||
| Biometric authentication | Touch ID | Touch ID (integrated in keyboard) |
Sources & verification
MacBook Pro 16-inch (M5 Pro)
Verified 2026-10-03- Apple Inc.Manufacturer specificationsTier 1
MacBook Pro 14-inch (M5)
Verified 2026-10-01- Apple Inc.Manufacturer specificationsTier 1
- Apple Inc.ManufacturerTier 1
Tier 1 sources are the manufacturer's own product pages, technical specification sheets, or support documentation. Tier 2 sources are reputable independent technical references, used only for facts that couldn't be confirmed from official documentation.