Creators and multitaskers
Strong editorial fit
Our editorial cpu rating is 98/100. Compare the source information and relevant alternatives; this is an assessment, not a measured workload result.
M5 Pro / M5 Max share the pictured 16-inch exterior. Image: Apple ↗
Apple · Laptops
MacBook Pro 16" (M5 Max)
M5 Max · 16.2″ XDR · Up to 128 GB unified
96/100 editorialManufacturer source →
US launch / reference price: $3,899 · Released 2026-03-11
Editorial overview
Apple's March 2026 workstation MacBook — M5 Max with 18-core CPU and up to 40-core GPU, 16.2″ Liquid Retina XDR at 3456×2234, three Thunderbolt 5 ports, and up to 22 hours of video playback per Apple.
This is a sourced product profile with editorial judgments. Specdex has not tested this device in an in-house lab.
Reasons to consider it
- 18-core CPU + 40-core GPU (M5 Max top config)
- Up to 22 hours video playback
- Three Thunderbolt 5 ports
Tradeoffs to check
- Heavy at 2.15 kg
- Premium pricing unchanged
- Limited gaming library on macOS
Fit by priority
Derived from available editorial ratings, using category-specific criteria.
Battery-life shoppers
Strong editorial fit
Our editorial battery rating is 96/100. Compare the source information and relevant alternatives; this is an assessment, not a measured workload result.
Frequent travelers
Worth comparing
Our editorial portability rating is 86/100. Compare the source information and relevant alternatives; this is an assessment, not a measured workload result.
Specifications
Configurations and regional models can differ. A dated source beside a field identifies a specific cross-check; other fields remain catalog reference information.
Display
- Display
- 16.2″ Liquid Retina XDR, 3456×2234 at 254 ppi
Performance
- RAM
- Up to 128 GB unified
Camera & video
- Battery (video)
- Up to 22 hours
Battery & charging
- Battery (web)
- Up to 16 hours
Storage
- Storage
- 2 / 4 / 8 TB SSDManufacturer source · checked 2026-09-13 ↗
Build & design
- Weight
- 2.15 kg
Software & support
- OS
- macOS Tahoe (26)Manufacturer source · checked 2026-09-13 ↗
Other
- Chip
- Apple M5 Max chip (18-core CPU, 32-core GPU base, configurable to 40-core GPU)
- Ports
- 3× Thunderbolt 5, MagSafe 3, SDXC, HDMI, 3.5 mm
Prices & availability
US launch / reference: $3,899. This is not a current retailer offer.
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Price history
History appears when an approved retailer provides observations.
Prices apply to the listed configuration and condition. Tax and shipping are not included unless the retailer states otherwise.
Sources & confidence
Manufacturer source: www.apple.com ↗
Catalog source check recorded 2026-09-13. A reference link is not proof that every field has been independently checked. Consult the linked source for model, region and test conditions.
Editorial scores use rubric editorial-2026-09; they are not manufacturer ratings or measured benchmark results. Missing information is not scored as zero.
