Apple
MacBook Pro 16 M5 Pro · 64GB
M5 Pro · 64GB
96
/ 100
From $3,299
VS
Apple
MacBook Pro 14 M4 Max · 16GB · 512GB SSD
M4 Max · 16GB · 2024 · 512GB SSD
96
/ 100
From $3,199
Specdex verdict
Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.
In our weighted Specdex score, MacBook Pro 16 M5 Pro · 64GB lands at 96 and MacBook Pro 14 M4 Max · 16GB · 512GB SSD at 96. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.
Pick MacBook Pro 16 M5 Pro · 64GB if…
- ✓M5 generation perf-per-watt leader
- ✓Larger unified memory ceiling
- ✓Improved ray-tracing iGPU
Pick MacBook Pro 14 M4 Max · 16GB · 512GB SSD if…
- ✓Current-gen silicon
- ✓Competitive spec-for-dollar
- ✓Manufacturer warranty
MacBook Pro 16 M5 Pro · 64GB 96
vs 96 MacBook Pro 14 M4 Max · 16GB · 512GB SSD
Score breakdown
MacBook Pro 16 M5 Pro · 64GB
96 cpu 96
gpu 94
display 92
battery 96
portability 90
MacBook Pro 14 M4 Max · 16GB · 512GB SSD
96 cpu 96
gpu 91
display 86
battery 86
portability 79
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | MacBook Pro 16 M5 Pro · 64GB | MacBook Pro 14 M4 Max · 16GB · 512GB SSD |
|---|---|---|
| Chip | M5 Pro | — |
| RAM | ▲ 64GB | 16GB |
| Release year | 2025 | 2024 |
| OS | macOS 16 | — |
| CPU | — | M4 Max |
| Storage | — | 512GB SSD |
MacBook Pro 16 M5 Pro · 64GB
Pros
- +M5 generation perf-per-watt leader
- +Larger unified memory ceiling
- +Improved ray-tracing iGPU
Cons
- −macOS-only
- −Memory non-upgradable
- −High-end configs expensive
MacBook Pro 14 M4 Max · 16GB · 512GB SSD
Pros
- +Current-gen silicon
- +Competitive spec-for-dollar
- +Manufacturer warranty
Cons
- −Battery varies by config
- −Some SKUs heavy
- −RAM often soldered
FAQ: MacBook Pro 16 M5 Pro · 64GB vs MacBook Pro 14 M4 Max · 16GB · 512GB SSD
Which is better, MacBook Pro 16 M5 Pro · 64GB or MacBook Pro 14 M4 Max · 16GB · 512GB SSD? +
Both score 96 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is MacBook Pro 16 M5 Pro · 64GB worth the price? +
At $3,299, MacBook Pro 16 M5 Pro · 64GB delivers a Specdex score of 96 — strongest in cpu.
Is MacBook Pro 14 M4 Max · 16GB · 512GB SSD worth the price? +
At $3,199, MacBook Pro 14 M4 Max · 16GB · 512GB SSD delivers a Specdex score of 96 — strongest in cpu.
Does MacBook Pro 16 M5 Pro · 64GB or MacBook Pro 14 M4 Max · 16GB · 512GB SSD last longer? +
Based on our long-term update and support ratings, both ship with multi-year support. Battery and reliability scores are visible in the breakdown above.