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Apple Apple MacBook Pro 16-inch (M5 Max 18CPU 32GPU, 2026)

Apple / laptop / 2026

Apple MacBook Pro 16-inch (M5 Max 18CPU 32GPU, 2026)

Apple MacBook Pro 16-inch (M5 Max 18CPU 32GPU, 2026) is a BenchVerdict lab profile built around M5 Max 18CPU 32GPU, Apple M5 Max, Apple M5 Max 32-core GPU, Wi-Fi runtime 16 h, Weight 2.15 kg.

90.9

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+ Compare Measurements by groupActive unit: M5 Max 18CPU 32GPU

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Decisive numbers

The first read before the deep dive: these are the values that shape the verdict and comparison.

Battery CapacityMethod100 WhLab measured

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Battery VideoMethod22 hLab measured

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Battery Video Streaming RatedMethod22 hLab measured

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Battery WebMethod16 hLab measured

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RAM CapacityMethod36 GBLab measured

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WeightMethod2.15 kgLab measured

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Verdict mechanics

What changes the verdict

A product wins when the strong numbers fit the job and the weak numbers stay manageable.

Current read

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91Score

Sustained load

Cooling discipline

A fast laptop only keeps its rank when the chassis holds performance without turning loud too quickly.

Mobility

Weight and battery balance

Premium notebooks gain points when power, runtime, display, and carry weight stay in the same lane.

Back to productsOldest value: 2026-05-11Standard unit set

Office

Profil-Score

Single-Core, Akku, Gewicht und Ruhe für den ganzen Tag.

Coverage 40 %

Nicht genug Daten für dieses Profil. Fehlende Metriken: CPU Single-Core, System Performance Rating, Noise Idle, Speaker Loudness, Wireless Throughput

Verdict

Apple MacBook Pro 16-inch (M5 Max 18CPU 32GPU, 2026): performance, calm, and timing measured against the job with price timing

Apple MacBook Pro 16-inch (M5 Max 18CPU 32GPU, 2026) is a serious comparison candidate when its strongest numbers match the job.

Pros

+ Strong performance profile
+ Directly comparable hard numbers
+ Usable Wi-Fi runtime (16 h)

Cons

- Premium pricing leaves less room for weak spots
- Measurements become useful only when they make sense side by side.

Specifications

Configurations

M5 Max 18CPU 32GPU

Standard unit

Brand: Apple
Model: MacBook Pro 16-inch
Ports: MagSafe 3; 3x Thunderbolt; HDMI; SDXC; 3.5mm
RAM: 36 GB
CPU: Apple M5 Max
GPU: Apple M5 Max 32-core GPU
Depth: 248.1 mm
Platform: macOS
Memory type: unified memory
Width: 355.7 mm
Wireless: Wi-Fi 7; Bluetooth 6
CPU cores: 18
Gpu Cores: 32
Height: 16.8 mm
Weight: 2.15 kg
Battery: 100 Wh
Model year: 2026
Operating system: macOS
HDR: Yes
Storage type: SSD
Configuration: M5 Max 18CPU 32GPU
Panel: Liquid Retina XDR
Form factor: 16.2 in
Display size: 16.2 in
Power adapter: 140 W
Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Resolution: 3456x2234
Neural Engine Cores: 16
Memory Bandwidth Gbps: 460
Display Brightness Sdr Nits: 1000
Display Brightness Hdr Peak Nits: 1600

Deep dive

Measurements by group

Open the groups that matter for your decision. The top verdict numbers stay above; this area is for the full measurement trail.

Battery4 measurements+

Battery CapacityMethod100 WhLab measured

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Battery VideoMethod22 hLab measured

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Battery Video Streaming RatedMethod22 hLab measured

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Battery WebMethod16 hLab measured

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Build / Portability2 measurements+

RAM CapacityMethod36 GBLab measured

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WeightMethod2.15 kgLab measured

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Display3 measurements+

Display BrightnessMethod1300 nitsLab measured

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Display RefreshMethod120 HzLab measured

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Display SizeMethod16.2 inLab measured

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Performance16 measurements+

Device Battery CapacityMethod100 WhLab measured

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Device CPU CoresMethod18 coresLab measured

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Device DepthMethod248.1 mmLab measured

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Device Display HDR Peak BrightnessMethod1600 nitsLab measured

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Device Display Refresh RateMethod120 HzLab measured

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Device Display SDR BrightnessMethod1000 nitsLab measured

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Device Display SizeMethod16.2 inLab measured

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Device Form FactorMethod16.2 inLab measured

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Device GPU CoresMethod32 coresLab measured

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Device HeightMethod16.8 mmLab measured

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Device Memory BandwidthMethod460 GB/sLab measured

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Device Memory CapacityMethod36 GBLab measured

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Device Neural Engine CoresMethod16 coresLab measured

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Device Power AdapterMethod140 wattsLab measured

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Device WeightMethod2.15 kgLab measured

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Device WidthMethod355.7 mmLab measured

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Power AdapterMethod140 WLab measured

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