- 16 Oct 2025
The new MacBook Pro M5 – And a complete comparison of the M5 models and the M4 models!
Apple has done it again. No show, no event — just a press release on October 15, a quiet update on the website, and a wave of reactions from tech fans around the world. The new MacBook Pro M5 is officially here. Even though the design is almost identical to its predecessor, the performance and internal upgrades are so significant that even the most indifferent user will take notice. For die-hard Apple fans, this doesn't feel like a small step, but the beginning of a new era where AI, computing power, and efficiency converge.
Table of Contents
- An M5 chip that changes everything
- Revolutionary AI performance
- Unmatched GPU and CPU power
- Design and display
- Comparison: M5 (Base) vs. M4 / M4 Pro / M4 Max
- Which model is right for whom?
- Which charger does my MacBook need?
- Conclusion
An M5 chip that changes everything
The Apple M5 chip is the heart of the new MacBook Pro. It’s built on the third generation of 3-nanometer technology, delivering unprecedented efficiency.
Revolutionary AI performance
The true strength of the M5 lies in artificial intelligence. The chip features an upgraded 16-core Neural Engine and a completely new architecture with a Neural Accelerator in each GPU unit.
- AI Speed: Up to 3.5× faster on AI tasks compared to the M4.
- Future-ready: Designed for Apple Intelligence, including Siri, writing tools, and Image Playground.
Unmatched GPU and CPU power
- GPU: 10-core GPU with up to 1.6× faster graphics performance.
- CPU: 10-core CPU with 15% faster multithread performance than M4.
- Memory bandwidth: Increased from 120 GB/s to 153 GB/s.
Design and display
The design remains familiar: Liquid Retina XDR, Mini-LED, and up to 24 hours of battery life. All ports (Thunderbolt 4, HDMI, SDXC, MagSafe 3) are still available.
Comparison: M5 (Base) vs. M4 / M4 Pro / M4 Max
| Feature | M5 (14”) | M4 (14”) | M4 Pro / M4 Max (14”/16”) |
|---|---|---|---|
| CPU | 10-core (4P+6E) | 10-core | 12–16 cores |
| GPU | 10-core + Neural Accelerators | 10-core | 20–40 cores |
| Neural Engine | 16-core (~3.5× faster) | 16-core | 16-core (higher performance) |
| Memory bandwidth | 153 GB/s | 120 GB/s | 410–546 GB/s |
| RAM options | 16 / 24 / 32 GB | 16 GB | 24–128 GB |
| SSD options | Up to 4 TB | Up to 2 TB | Up to 8 TB |
| Display | 14.2” XDR (120Hz) | 14.2” XDR (120Hz) | 14.2” or 16.2” XDR (120Hz) |
| Battery life | Up to 24 hours | ~22 hours | 18–22 hours |
| Ports | 3×TB4, HDMI, SDXC, MagSafe 3 | same as above | TB5, HDMI, SDXC, MagSafe 3 |
| Price (NL) | from €1,829 | similar | from €2,499+ |
| Availability | October 22, 2025 | — | M5 Pro/Max from 2026 |
Which model is right for whom?
- M5 (14”): Quiet, efficient, long battery life — ideal for AI & video.
- M4 (14”): More affordable option for basic use.
- M4 Pro/Max: For 3D rendering, Xcode builds, 8K video production.
Apple, where's my charger?
Unfortunately, MacBooks no longer include chargers.
Which charger does my MacBook need?
* USB-C chargers for Mac. Battery life may vary depending on usage and configuration. Please check the product page for charger information.