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Apple Apple MacBook Pro 14-inch (M5 Max 18CPU 40GPU 128GB 4TB, 2026)

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Apple MacBook Pro 14-inch (M5 Max 18CPU 40GPU 128GB 4TB, 2026)

Apple MacBook Pro 14-inch (M5 Max 18CPU 40GPU 128GB 4TB, 2026) is a BenchVerdict lab profile built around M5 Max 18CPU 40GPU 128GB 4TB, Apple M5 Max, Apple M5 Max 40-core GPU, Gaming Index 100 score, CPU Multi-Core 29430 points.

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Decisive numbers

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

Battery CapacityMethod72.4 WhLab measured

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Battery WebMethod18.0 hLab measured

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Max StorageMethod4096 GBLab measured

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RAM CapacityMethod128 GBLab measured

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WeightMethod1.62 kgLab measured

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Display BrightnessMethod1300 nitsLab 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.

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100Score

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

Gaming

61.7 score

GPU-Leistung, Display-Reaktion und Geräuschpegel im Vordergrund.

Coverage 50 %

Steel Nomad71.6 / 0.20

CPU Multi-Core83.4 / 0.10

Display Refresh33.3 / 0.15

Weight64.4 / 0.05

Fehlende Daten für dieses Profil: GPU Score, Display Response, Noise Gaming, Power Gaming.

Verdict

Apple MacBook Pro 14-inch (M5 Max 18CPU 40GPU 128GB 4TB, 2026): the sharp read on display, noise, and battery at the buying moment

Apple MacBook Pro 14-inch (M5 Max 18CPU 40GPU 128GB 4TB, 2026) is a serious comparison candidate when its strongest numbers match the job.

Pros

+ Strong processor baseline (29430 points)
+ Clear gaming index (100 score)
+ Usable Wi-Fi runtime (18.0 h)

Cons

- The top unit needs a practical budget match
- Daily work asks for consistency instead of record chasing.

Specifications

Configurations

M5 Max 18CPU 40GPU 128GB 4TB

Standard unit

Brand: Apple
Model: MacBook Pro 14-inch
Ports: MagSafe 3; 3x Thunderbolt; HDMI; SDXC; 3.5mm
RAM: 128 GB
CPU: Apple M5 Max
GPU: Apple M5 Max 40-core GPU
Depth: 221.2 mm
Platform: macOS
Memory type: unified memory
Width: 312.6 mm
Wireless: Wi-Fi 7; Bluetooth 6
CPU cores: 18
Gpu Cores: 40
Height: 15.5 mm
Weight: 1.62 kg
Battery: 72.4 Wh
Model year: 2026
Operating system: macOS Tahoe 26.3.1
Storage: 4096 GB
HDR: Yes
Storage type: SSD
Configuration: M5 Max 18CPU 40GPU 128GB 4TB
Panel: Liquid Retina XDR
Form factor: 14.2 in
Display size: 14.2 in
Power adapter: 96 W
Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Resolution: 3024x1964
Neural Engine Cores: 16
Memory Bandwidth Gbps: 614
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.

Battery2 measurements+

Battery CapacityMethod72.4 WhLab measured

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Battery WebMethod18.0 hLab measured

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Build / Portability3 measurements+

Max StorageMethod4096 GBLab measured

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RAM CapacityMethod128 GBLab measured

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WeightMethod1.62 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 SizeMethod14.2 inLab measured

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Gaming4 measurements+

Cyberpunk 2077 1200P For This Mac80.4 fpsLab measured

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Cyberpunk 2077 1200P Ray Tracing Ultra30.8 fpsLab measured

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Cyberpunk 2077 FHD For This Mac35.7 fpsLab measured

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Steel Nomad3865 pointsLab measured

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Performance9 measurements+

25GB File TransferMethod3835.4 MB/sLab measured

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Cinebench Stress Surface TemperatureMethod39.7 CLab measured

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CPU Multi-CoreMethod29430 pointsLab measured

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CPU Single-CoreMethod4338 pointsLab measured

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Display Brightness SDRMethod529.4 nitsLab measured

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Display Color Volume DCI-P3Method87 percentLab measured

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Display Color Volume sRGBMethod122.9 percentLab measured

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HandBrake 4K to 1080pMethod115 secondsLab measured

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Xcode BenchmarkMethod87 secondsLab measured

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power1 measurements+

Power AdapterMethod96 WLab measured

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Gaming IndexMethod100 scoreLab measured

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