In an unexpected move, Apple has officially unveiled the new 14-inch MacBook Pro featuring the M5 chip , boasting improvements in performance, battery life, and artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities—all while retaining the same starting price as its predecessor. Alongside this, the tech giant also announced a new iPad Pro and a next-generation version of its Vision Pro mixed reality glasses.
MacBook Pro M5: Technical Specifications
MacBook Pro 14″ M5 | |
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Screen | Liquid Retina XDR, 1,600 nits (HDR), 1,000 nits (SDR) |
Processor | Apple M5 |
Memory | From 16 GB |
Storage | From 512 GB and up to 4 TB |
Connectivity | Thunderbolt 4 |
Camera | 12 MP with Center Stage technology |
Autonomy | Up to 24 hours |
Price | From 1,829 euros |
Apple MacBook Pro M5 14″, 512GB, 16GB RAM
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New M5 Chip: Improvements in AI and Graphics Performance
The M5 chip is the star of this new generation, manufactured with 3-nanometer technology . Apple claims that it provides up to 3.5 times more performance in AI tasks compared to the M4 chip, along with 1.6 times more graphics power . This new processor features a 10-core GPU with a neural accelerator that significantly enhances local AI model processing, image generation, and language model execution.
The CPU, also featuring 10 cores, promises a 20% increase in multi-core performance compared to the M4 chip, enhancing tasks like code compilation and the simultaneous use of multiple professional applications.
Faster Storage and Greater Autonomy
Another significant upgrade is the introduction of fast SSD storage technology , which Apple claims can double performance in read/write operations compared to the previous model. This results in shorter import times for RAW files and faster exports for large videos, with maximum storage options reaching 4TB .
Apple also promotes up to 24 hours of battery life , a four-hour increase compared to the M1. Compared to Intel models, the new MacBook Pro could offer up to 14 additional hours . However, an unfortunate detail is that this model does not include a power adapter, requiring an additional charge of 65 euros for the 70W adapter or 85 euros for the 96W model .
A Familiar and Unchanged Design
The MacBook Pro M5 retains the same design and screen specifications as its predecessor, featuring a 14.2-inch Liquid Retina display. Apple also offers an option for nanotextured glass to reduce reflections, available in previous generations.
Connectivity remains static with three Thunderbolt ports , an SD card reader , HDMI , and a MagSafe 3 connector for charging. Other standard features include a 12 MP webcam equipped with Center Stage technology, a six-speaker system, and Wi-Fi 6E .
Price and Availability
The 14-inch MacBook Pro with M5 chip starts at 1,829 euros in Spain, with a discounted rate of 1,699 euros for educational purchases. It will be available in space black and silver , with the base model featuring 16 GB of unified memory and 512 GB of storage .
Pre-orders began on October 15 via the Apple website and Apple Store app, with shipping expected to commence on October 22 . Additionally, Apple has confirmed that the M5 Pro and M5 Max models will be released later, following the staggered launch pattern of previous releases.
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