Apple
MacBook Pro 14-inch M5
The MacBook Pro 14-inch M5 lands as a solid mid-range laptop, built around 14.2 in.
57/100
14.2 inApple M5Apple M5 integrated GPU32 GB1000 GB24 hours
£2,099best price at Amazon
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Why we rate it
- NPU
- USB-C charging
- Fast charge
- Above-average ram
- Below-average peak brightness
Score profile
Scored against the laptops classWhere the MacBook Pro 14-inch M5 wins and loses
Full specification
Grouped · supported features marked in blueSpecifications
Display
Screen size14.2 "
Panel typeLiquid Retina XDR
Peak brightness600 nits
Design and build
Weight1.55 kg
Performance
CPUApple M5
CPU cores10
GPUApple M5 integrated GPU
NPUYes
Memory and storage
RAM32 GB
Storage1000 GB
Storage typeSSD
Battery
Battery life24 hours
Charger wattage70 W
USB-C chargingYes
Fast chargeYes
Ports
USB-C ports3
ThunderboltThunderbolt 4
HDMIYes
SD card readerYes
3.5 mm jackYes
Audio and webcam
Speakers6
Dolby AtmosYes
Webcam12 MP
Connectivity
Wi-FiWi-Fi 7
Software
Operating systemmacOS
Head to head
Highlighted cell = better in that rowMacBook Pro 14-inch M5 vs Apple MacBook Pro 16.2-inch M5 Max
MacBook Pro 14-inch M5MacBook Pro 16.2-inch M5 Max
| AppleMacBook Pro 14-inch M5This page | AppleMacBook Pro 16.2-inch M5 Max | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 57 /100 | 57 /100 |
| Size | 14.2 " | 16.2 " |
| Weight | 1.55 kgBetter | 3.02 kg |
| RAM | 32 GB | 48 GBBetter |
| Storage | 1000 GB | 2000 GBBetter |
| CPU | Apple M5 | Apple M5 Max |
| GPU | Apple M5 integrated GPU | Apple M5 Max |
Who it's for
Is the MacBook Pro 14-inch M5 right for you?
Buy it if
Buyers on a budget
Anyone who needs a dependable laptop for the essentials without overspending.
Skip it if
Skip it if
You need top-end performance and battery, in which case a higher-tier laptop is the better call.
Power user
Heavy multitasking, creative work or gaming on the go.
okay
Everyday user
Browsing, docs, calls and media.
good
Budget buyer
Wants a dependable machine for the basics.
good
Common questions
Before you buy
Is the MacBook Pro 14-inch M5 worth it?
It depends on what you need. It scores 57/100 against other laptops, a solid mid-range result where the class average is around 45.
What stands out on the MacBook Pro 14-inch M5?
Its npu stands out, a genuinely useful feature if your setup calls for it.
How does it compare to the AORUS MASTER 18 BZH?
The AORUS MASTER 18 BZH scores 58/100 versus this one at 57/100, so it is the step up on the spec sheet.
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