Apple MacBook Pro 16 M5 Pro / M5 Max (2026)

Launched Mar 2026 · Creator

87
Very goodGifng score of the starting version; up to 88 for the top version
Good for creatorsGood for performanceGood for displayGood for battery

Launch price₹2,99,900

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Versions

The same laptop is sold with different processors, graphics, memory and screens. Each version has its own score.

  • M5 Pro 18-core · 24GB/1TB · 16.2" 120Hzmini-LED (Liquid Retina XDR) · 3456x2234 · macOS Tahoe
    87 launched at ₹2,99,900
  • M5 Max 18-core · 36GB/2TB · 16.2" 120Hzmini-LED (Liquid Retina XDR) · 3456x2234 · macOS Tahoe
    88 launched at ₹4,29,900
  • M5 Max 18-core · 48GB/2TB · 16.2" 120Hzmini-LED (Liquid Retina XDR) · 3456x2234 · macOS Tahoe
    88 launched at ₹4,99,900

Where to buy

launch price ₹2,99,900

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Score breakdown

Performance
100
Battery
100
Display
100
Portability & build
58
Graphics
—
Memory & storage
81
Features
97

For the starting version. Each part is measured the same way for every laptop (processor and graphics from benchmark results) and moves up or down with what reviewers praise or criticise.

Pros

  • Full performance under long loads, no throttling
  • Bright, colour-accurate mini-LED screen, matte option
  • Very quiet in normal use
  • Strong speakers and long battery life
  • Thunderbolt 5, Wi-Fi 7 and very fast SSD
  • Very high, steady performance, also on battery
  • Bright, accurate mini-LED screen

Cons

  • Screen uses PWM flicker and has slow response
  • Only one year of warranty
  • Almost nothing can be repaired or upgraded
  • No SD Express; webcam has no face unlock
  • 140W charger is not enough: battery drains under full load
  • Cooling limited to about 70 W sustained
  • PWM flicker and slow screen response
  • NotebookcheckMar 2026

    Tested M5 Pro 18-core/20-core GPU, 64GB/4TB, nano-texture: runs at full speed without slowing, clearly faster than the M4 Pro, but costly.

  • NotebookcheckAug 2026

    Tested M5 Max 18-core/40-core GPU, 48GB/2TB: still an excellent creator laptop, but the old chassis and cooling can no longer keep up with the chip.

  • Expert ReviewsApr 2026

    Tested M5 Pro 18/20, 64GB/4TB: hugely powerful with nearly 20 hours of video playback, but most people would do fine with a 15-inch MacBook Air for half the price.

  • AppleInsiderMar 2026

    Tested M5 Max 18/40, 48GB/2TB: a near-flawless workhorse for professionals; the main drawback is the higher price.

Full specs

Battery
Battery100 Wh
Battery test19.8 h (Expert Reviews video rundown (170 nits, wireless off))
Charger140 W, charges over USB-C
Build
Weight2.14 kg
Thickness16.8 mm
Materialaluminium
Keyboard & more
KeyboardBacklit
Webcam12MP Center Stage
Fingerprint / face unlockFingerprint
Speakerssix speakers
Connections
Ports3× USB-C, Thunderbolt/USB4, HDMI yes, SD card, 3.5 mm audio
Wi-Fi / BluetoothWi-Fi 7 (Apple N1), Bluetooth 6.0
Other
CoolingQuiet or silent in everyday use; Notebookcheck measured about 41-42 dB(A) in Auto and 52-54 dB(A) in High Power mode under load. Notebookcheck says the M5 Max version's cooling only handles about 70 W sustained, and the battery still drains under full load even when plugged into the 140W charger.
Warranty1 year
ColoursSpace Black, Silver

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