The world of professional computing just got a seismic upgrade. Apple has officially unveiled its new MacBook Pro 14″ and 16″ models, now supercharged by the latest lineup of Apple silicon: the groundbreaking M5, the formidable M4 Pro, and the ultimate M4 Max chips. This isn’t just an incremental update; it’s a massive leap forward, particularly in the critical domain of Artificial Intelligence (AI), all wrapped in a stunning new design running the intuitive macOS Tahoe.
For professionals, creators, developers, and students, the new MacBook Pro family offers an unprecedented blend of raw power, energy efficiency, and seamless integration. Here is your in-depth look at the most advanced series of chips ever built for a pro laptop.
14″ MacBook Pro Technical Specifications
| Feature | M5 Chip (Base Model) | M4 Pro Chip | M4 Max Chip (High-End) |
| Starting Price (India) | ₹169900.00* (16GB/512GB) | ₹199900.00* (24GB/512GB) | ₹319900.00* (36GB/1TB) |
| Processor (CPU/GPU) | 10-core CPU, 10-core GPU | Up to 14-core CPU, 20-core GPU | Up to 16-core CPU, 40-core GPU |
| Neural Engine | 16-core Neural Engine (All models) | 16-core Neural Engine (All models) | 16-core Neural Engine (All models) |
| Memory Bandwidth | 153GB/s | 273GB/s | Up to 546GB/s |
| Unified Memory (Base) | 16GB (Configurable up to 32GB) | 24GB (Configurable up to 128GB) | 36GB (Configurable up to 128GB) |
| Storage (Base) | 512GB SSD (Configurable up to 4TB) | 512GB SSD (Configurable up to 4TB) | 1TB SSD (Configurable up to 8TB) |
| Display Size | 35.97 cm (14.2″) Liquid Retina XDR | 35.97 cm (14.2″) Liquid Retina XDR | 35.97 cm (14.2″) Liquid Retina XDR |
| Display Specs | 3024×1964 native resolution, 10,00,000:1 Contrast Ratio | ProMotion (up to 120Hz), 1600 nits Peak HDR | Optional Nano-texture Display |
| Video Playback | HEVC, H.264, ProRes, ProRes RAW, AV1 Decode | Hardware-accelerated Media Engine with AV1 Decode | Hardware-accelerated Media Engine with dedicated Two Video Encode/Decode and Two ProRes engines. |
| External Display Support | Up to two 6K displays or one 8K (60Hz) over HDMI | Up to two 6K displays or one 8K (60Hz) over HDMI | Up to four external displays (3x 6K + 1x 4K/144Hz) |
| Ports & Expansion | 3x Thunderbolt 4, HDMI, SDXC, MagSafe 3, 3.5mm Jack | 3x Thunderbolt 5 (up to 120 Gbps), HDMI, SDXC, MagSafe 3, 3.5mm Jack | 3x Thunderbolt 5 (up to 120 Gbps), HDMI, SDXC, MagSafe 3, 3.5mm Jack |
| Wireless | Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax), Bluetooth 5.3 (All models) | Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax), Bluetooth 5.3 (All models) | Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax), Bluetooth 5.3 (All models) |
| Camera/Audio | 12MP Center Stage Camera, Studio-quality 3-mic array, 6-Speaker Sound System with Spatial Audio | 12MP Center Stage Camera, Studio-quality 3-mic array, 6-Speaker Sound System with Spatial Audio | 12MP Center Stage Camera, Studio-quality 3-mic array, 6-Speaker Sound System with Spatial Audio |
| Battery Life (Max) | Up to 24 hours video streaming | Up to 22 hours video streaming | Up to 18 hours video streaming |
| Charging | 70W USB-C Adapter (Fast-charge capable with 96W or higher) | 96W USB-C Adapter (Included with 14-core CPU, fast-charge capable) | 96W USB-C Adapter (Included and fast-charge capable) |
| Operating System | macOS Tahoe (with Apple Intelligence) | macOS Tahoe (with Apple Intelligence) | macOS Tahoe (with Apple Intelligence) |
| Materials | Enclosure with 100% recycled aluminum | Enclosure with 100% recycled aluminum | Enclosure with 100% recycled aluminum |
| Feature | M4 Pro Chip (Base) | M4 Max Chip (High-End) |
| Starting Price (India) | ₹249900.00* | ₹349900.00* |
| Finish | Space Black, Silver | Space Black, Silver |
| Processor (CPU/GPU) | 14-core CPU, 20-core GPU | Up to 16-core CPU, 40-core GPU |
| Neural Engine | 16-core Neural Engine (Standard on all models) | 16-core Neural Engine (Standard on all models) |
| Memory Bandwidth | 273GB/s | Up to 546GB/s |
| Unified Memory (Base) | 24GB (Configurable up to 128GB) | 36GB (Configurable up to 128GB) |
| Storage (Base) | 512GB SSD (Configurable up to 4TB) | 1TB SSD (Configurable up to 8TB) |
| Display | 41.05 cm (16.2″) Liquid Retina XDR | 3456×2234 native resolution |
| Display Technology | 1,600 nits Peak HDR, 10,00,000:1 Contrast Ratio, ProMotion (up to 120Hz), True Tone | Optional Nano-texture display |
| Media Engine | Hardware-accelerated H.264, HEVC, ProRes, AV1 Decode | Includes Two Video Encode/Decode and Two ProRes engines for maximum speed. |
| External Display Support | Up to two 6K displays or one 8K (60Hz) over HDMI | Up to four external displays (3x 6K + 1x 4K/144Hz) |
| Ports & Expansion | 3x Thunderbolt 5 (up to 120 Gbps), HDMI, SDXC, MagSafe 3, 3.5mm Jack (All models) | 3x Thunderbolt 5 (up to 120 Gbps), HDMI, SDXC, MagSafe 3, 3.5mm Jack (All models) |
| Battery Life (Max) | Up to 24 hours video streaming | Up to 21 hours video streaming |
| Charging | 140W USB-C Power Adapter (Included, fast-charge capable) | 140W USB-C Power Adapter (Included, fast-charge capable) |
| Camera/Audio | 12MP Center Stage Camera (1080p), Studio-quality 3-mic array, 6-Speaker System with Spatial Audio | 12MP Center Stage Camera (1080p), Studio-quality 3-mic array, 6-Speaker System with Spatial Audio |
| Operating System | macOS Tahoe (with Apple Intelligence) | macOS Tahoe (with Apple Intelligence) |
| Weight | 2.14 kg (4.71 lb.) | 2.15 kg (4.73 lb.) |
Quick Specs Overview and Starting Price
Before diving into the features, here is a quick look at the core specifications and starting prices for the new MacBook Pro lineup:
| Model | Chip Configuration | Starting Price (India MRP) |
| 14″ MacBook Pro | Apple M5 (10-Core CPU, 10-Core GPU, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD) | ₹169900.00* |
| 14″ MacBook Pro | Apple M4 Pro (12-Core CPU, 16-Core GPU, 24GB RAM, 512GB SSD) | ₹199900.00* |
| 16″ MacBook Pro | Apple M4 Pro (14-Core CPU, 20-Core GPU, 24GB RAM, 512GB SSD) | ₹249900.00* |
| 16″ MacBook Pro | Apple M4 Max (16-Core CPU, 40-Core GPU, 48GB RAM, 1TB SSD) | ₹399900.00* |
| Display Technology | Liquid Retina XDR with ProMotion (up to 120Hz) | |
| Max Battery Life | Up to 24 hours (14″ model) | |
| Colors | Space Black and Silver |
1. The M-Series Family: A Powerful Platform for AI
The core of the new MacBook Pro is a big, powerful family of chips designed from the silicon up to handle the most demanding tasks, with a special focus on modern AI workloads.
M5: Smart to the Core for the Next Generation
The M5 chip brings next-generation speed and powerful on-device AI to a wider audience, including college students, business users, and aspiring creators.
- AI Acceleration: The M5 is engineered with powerful Neural Accelerators built into each GPU core. This dramatically speeds up critical AI tasks like image generation from diffusion models and large language model (LLM) prompt processing. The 16-core Neural Engine drives Apple Intelligence features, making on-device AI both powerful and remarkably energy efficient. Apple reports up to 6x faster AI performance than the M1 chip.
- Performance Profile: Available exclusively in the MacBook Pro 14″, the M5 is an outstanding choice for everyday professional and creative work. Its starting configuration includes a 10-core CPU and 10-core GPU, with up to 32GB of unified memory.
M4 Pro: Unmatched Power for Specialists
The M4 Pro delivers enhanced performance for specialists. This chip is built for professionals who tackle intensive, memory-heavy projects—scientists, engineers, software developers, and creative pros.
- Workflow Dominance: With up to a 14-core CPU and 20-core GPU, the M4 Pro handles demanding workflows like database design, data modeling, DNA sequencing, and 3D rendering with ease. It is up to 3x faster than the M1 Pro chip, offering significant gains in compilation and processing times for applications like Xcode.
- Availability: The M4 Pro is a flexible powerhouse, available in both the 14-inch (35.97 cm) and 16-inch (41.05 cm) MacBook Pro models.
M4 Max: The Ultimate Pro Workstation
Our most advanced chip ever built for a pro laptop, the M4 Max, is designed for the most extreme and intensive workflows imaginable.
- Extreme Capability: Perfect for 3D VFX artists, AI developers, and film composers, the M4 Max allows users to interact with large language models featuring hundreds of billions of parameters. It can rip through intensive creative workloads like detailed visual effects, complex 3D animation (e.g., in Cinema 4D or Blender), and 8K video editing (e.g., in Premiere Pro or DaVinci Resolve Studio).
- Configuration: The M4 Max boasts a staggering configuration of up to a 16-core CPU and 40-core GPU, supporting up to a massive 128GB of unified memory. This chip is up to 3.5x faster than the M1 Max.
2. All-Day Battery and The Liquid Retina XDR Display
Power to Go: Longest Battery Life Ever
For the first time in a Mac, the new MacBook Pro delivers truly all-day power. With an incredible battery life of up to 24 hours on the 14-inch model, you can finally leave the charger at home for a full day of work.
- Consistency: A key feature for professionals is the guarantee that all models maintain the same world-class performance whether they are plugged in or running on battery, allowing you to maximize productivity anywhere.
- Fast Charging: When you do need to top up, the MacBook Pro supports fast charge, allowing it to charge up to 50% in just 30 minutes.
A Visual Delight: Liquid Retina XDR
The brilliant Liquid Retina XDR display on the new MacBook Pro models redefines visual quality for laptops.
- Extreme Dynamic Range (XDR): The display delivers up to 1,600 nits peak HDR brightness and a phenomenal 10,00,000:1 contrast ratio. This allows for stunning visuals with true blacks and bright, vibrant highlights for HDR content. It also provides up to 1,000 nits of brightness for SDR content outdoors.
- ProMotion Technology: ProMotion offers refresh rates up to 120Hz, making everything from scrolling a webpage to playing graphics-intensive games super-fluid and responsive. Video editors can also choose a fixed refresh rate that precisely aligns with their footage.
- Nano-texture Option: For those working in particularly bright or varied lighting environments, the available nano-texture display option minimizes reflections to eliminate distractions while maintaining excellent image clarity.
3. macOS Tahoe and Seamless Continuity
The user experience is elevated by macOS Tahoe, the newest iteration of Mac’s operating system. It introduces the refined Liquid Glass design and powerful new productivity and connectivity tools.
- Apple Intelligence: This is more than just a feature; it’s a seamless integration of personal AI. Apple Intelligence helps you write, express yourself, and get things done effortlessly. Features include turning a quick note into a polished announcement, creating unique images with new ChatGPT styles in Image Playground, and using intelligent actions in the Shortcuts app to create automations.
- Privacy: Apple Intelligence is built to protect your privacy, integrated through on-device processing and groundbreaking Private Cloud Compute for more complex requests.
- Mac + iPhone Continuity: The connection between Mac and iPhone has never been tighter, thanks to Continuity:
- Phone App & Live Activities: Make and take calls directly from your Mac and see real-time updates from iPhone apps via Live Activities—all without touching your phone.
- iPhone Mirroring: See and use your iPhone’s screen and apps right on your Mac, even if your phone is charging in another room.
- Handoff: Start an email or document on one device and seamlessly finish it on the other.
4. Connectivity, Camera, and Security
Apple ensures the new MacBook Pro is a complete mobile workstation with a comprehensive set of ports and top-tier security features.
- Connectivity: Every MacBook Pro includes:
- Three Thunderbolt 4 or 5 ports (Thunderbolt 5 is standard on M4 Pro/Max models).
- An HDMI port.
- A MagSafe 3 port for dedicated charging.
- An SDXC card slot (essential for creators).
- A headphone jack.
- Multiple Displays: If a project calls for larger canvases, you can connect up to two external displays with the M5 and M4 Pro chips, and up to a massive four external displays with the M4 Max chip.
- Camera and Mics: The 12MP Center Stage camera uses machine learning to keep you perfectly framed, even as you move. Desk View lets you share a live view of your workspace for engaging presentations. The studio-quality three-mic array and six-speaker sound system support Spatial Audio and Dolby Atmos for incredible audio.
- Security: Security starts with the deep integration of Apple silicon. Features like Touch ID (unlocking your Mac with your fingertip), Find My, and FileVault encryption work together to keep your data safe and protected against viruses and malware.
Conclusion: Built for the Future
The new MacBook Pro, supercharged by the M5, M4 Pro, and M4 Max chips, is more than just a powerful laptop; it’s a future-proof investment. With its unprecedented battery life, brilliant XDR display, and deep integration of powerful AI via Apple Intelligence in macOS Tahoe, it is perfectly equipped to handle the personal, professional, and creative work of the next decade.
The new models are available for pre-order now, with general availability starting on October 22nd.