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Apple Apple MacBook Pro 14-inch (M5 Max 18CPU 40GPU 128GB 8TB, 2026)

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Apple MacBook Pro 14-inch (M5 Max 18CPU 40GPU 128GB 8TB, 2026)

Apple MacBook Pro 14-inch (M5 Max 18CPU 40GPU 128GB 8TB, 2026) is a BenchVerdict lab profile built around M5 Max 18CPU 40GPU 128GB 8TB, Apple M5 Max, Apple M5 Max 40-core GPU, Gaming Index 96.7 score, Productivity Index 90.6 score.

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+ Compare Measurements by groupActive unit: M5 Max 18CPU 40GPU 128GB 8TB

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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 VideoMethod20.1 hLab measured

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Battery WebMethod15.2 hLab measured

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Charger WeightMethod0.38 kgLab measured

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Max StorageMethod8192 GBLab measured

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RAM CapacityMethod128 GBLab 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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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

Creator

Profil-Score

Multi-Core-Leistung, Display-Farbtreue und Storage-Speed.

Coverage 30 %

Nicht genug Daten für dieses Profil. Fehlende Metriken: GPU Score, Blender Barbershop Metal, Display Density, SSD Read, Drive Performance Rating, SD Reader Seq Read

Verdict

Apple MacBook Pro 14-inch (M5 Max 18CPU 40GPU 128GB 8TB, 2026): cooling, weight, and value measured against the job in premium daily use

Apple MacBook Pro 14-inch (M5 Max 18CPU 40GPU 128GB 8TB, 2026) is a serious comparison candidate when its strongest numbers match the job.

Pros

+ Strong processor baseline (29415 points)
+ Clear gaming index (96.7 score)
+ Usable Wi-Fi runtime (15.2 h)

Cons

- A good score still needs a sensible purchase point
- A good verdict needs speed and control at the same time.

Specifications

Configurations

M5 Max 18CPU 40GPU 128GB 8TB

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
GPU power: 72 W
Height: 15.5 mm
Weight: 1.613 kg
Battery: 72.4 Wh
Model year: 2026
Operating system: macOS 26 Tahoe
Storage: 8192 GB
HDR: Yes
Storage type: Apple SSD AP8192Z
Configuration: M5 Max 18CPU 40GPU 128GB 8TB
Panel: Liquid Retina XDR
Power adapter weight: 0.375 kg
Form factor: 14.2 in
Display size: 14.2 in
Power adapter: 96 W
CPU burst power: 75 W
Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Resolution: 3024x1964
Neural Engine Cores: 16
CPU sustained power: 52 W
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.

Battery3 measurements+

Battery CapacityMethod72.4 WhLab measured

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Battery VideoMethod20.1 hLab measured

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Battery WebMethod15.2 hLab measured

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Build / Portability4 measurements+

Charger WeightMethod0.38 kgLab measured

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Max StorageMethod8192 GBLab measured

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RAM CapacityMethod128 GBLab measured

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WeightMethod1.61 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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Gaming24 measurements+

Assassin's Creed Shadows 4K Ultra High24 fpsLab measured

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Assassin's Creed Shadows FHD High58 fpsLab measured

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Assassin's Creed Shadows FHD Low69 fpsLab measured

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Assassin's Creed Shadows FHD Medium65 fpsLab measured

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Assassin's Creed Shadows FHD Ultra High41 fpsLab measured

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Assassin's Creed Shadows QHD Ultra High35 fpsLab measured

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Baldur's Gate 3 4K Ultra AA T46.8 fpsLab measured

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Baldur's Gate 3 FHD High123.6 fpsLab measured

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Baldur's Gate 3 FHD Low184.6 fpsLab measured

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Baldur's Gate 3 FHD Medium149.2 fpsLab measured

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Baldur's Gate 3 FHD Ultra AA T122.1 fpsLab measured

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Baldur's Gate 3 QHD Ultra83.3 fpsLab measured

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Baldur's Gate 3 QHD Ultra AA T83.3 fpsLab measured

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Cyberpunk 2077 4K Ultra23.8 fpsLab measured

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Cyberpunk 2077 4K Ultra FSR Off23.8 fpsLab measured

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Cyberpunk 2077 FHD High FSR Off103.1 fpsLab measured

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Cyberpunk 2077 FHD Low FSR Off136.4 fpsLab measured

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Cyberpunk 2077 FHD Medium FSR Off120.4 fpsLab measured

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Cyberpunk 2077 FHD Ultra91.3 fpsLab measured

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Cyberpunk 2077 FHD Ultra FSR Off88.8 fpsLab measured

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Cyberpunk 2077 QHD Ultra54.6 fpsLab measured

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Cyberpunk 2077 QHD Ultra FSR Off54.6 fpsLab measured

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Steel Nomad3924 pointsLab measured

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Steel Nomad Light16191 pointsLab measured

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Performance29 measurements+

3DMark Wild Life ExtremeMethod39389 pointsLab measured

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Battery Runtime LoadMethod0.97 hoursLab measured

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Blackmagic Disk Speed Test 5GB ReadMethod13870.1 MB/sLab measured

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Blackmagic Disk Speed Test 5GB WriteMethod15183.2 MB/sLab measured

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Blender 3.3 Classroom MetalMethod25.6 secondsLab measured

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Charge 0-100Method5400 secondsLab measured

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Charge 0-50Method1680 secondsLab measured

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Cinebench 2024 CPU Multi-CoreMethod2073 pointsLab measured

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Cinebench 2024 GPUMethod22878 pointsLab measured

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Cinebench 2026 CPU Multi-CoreMethod8257 pointsLab measured

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Cinebench 2026 CPU Single-CoreMethod739 pointsLab measured

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CPU Multi-CoreMethod29415 pointsLab measured

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DaVinci Resolve PugetBench Extended 2.0.0Method82713 pointsLab measured

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DaVinci Resolve PugetBench Standard 2.0.0Method115172 pointsLab measured

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Drive Performance RatingMethod100 pointsLab measured

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Fan Noise GamingMethod47.8 dBALab measured

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Fan Noise IdleMethod23.1 dBALab measured

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Fan Noise LoadMethod53.2 dBALab measured

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Fan Noise Load AutomaticMethod41.4 dBALab measured

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Fan Noise Reduced PowerMethod24.1 dBALab measured

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Geekbench GPU ComputeMethod196942 pointsLab measured

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H.264 Video Playback BatteryMethod20.1 hoursLab measured

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Lightroom Classic PugetBench Extended 1.0.0Method12558 pointsLab measured

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Lightroom Classic PugetBench Standard 1.0.0Method9496 pointsLab measured

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Photoshop PugetBench 1.0.6Method15775 pointsLab measured

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Premiere Pro PugetBench Extended 2.0.1Method117719 pointsLab measured

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Premiere Pro PugetBench Standard 2.0.1Method149151 pointsLab measured

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WiFi Web BatteryMethod15.2 hoursLab measured

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WiFi Web Battery Max BrightnessMethod6.03 hoursLab measured

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power5 measurements+

Cinebench 2024 Multi EfficiencyMethod24.6 points_per_wattLab measured

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Cinebench 2024 Multi PowerMethod84.1 WLab measured

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GPU TGPMethod72 WLab measured

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Power AdapterMethod96 WLab measured

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Power GamingMethod86.4 WLab measured

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Gaming IndexMethod96.7 scoreLab measured

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Productivity IndexMethod90.6 scoreLab measured

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