MacBook Pro (M5 Max)

Name: Apple MacBook Pro (M5 Max)
Brand: Apple
Rating: 88 (3 reviews)

Released Mar 1, 2026 · Analysis updated Jul 13, 2026

Powerful performance and long battery life meet rich sound and a comfortable keyboard on this 16-inch MacBook Pro. The Apple MacBook Pro (M5 Max) scores 88/100 based on 3 expert reviews in the apple laptops category. Coverage includes reviews from Engadget, Theguardian, and Tomshardware.

Critic Score

What's this?

based on 3 expert reviews

EngadgetTheguardianTomshardware

Low confidence · only 3 reviews

Where to buy

amazon$4,499.00

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Pros

Long battery life(3)
Great sound quality(3)
Fast performance(3)
Good port selection(3)
Comfortable keyboard(2)

Cons

Limited features(7)
High price(4)

3 Publication Reviews

Major publication03/2026

Major publicationMar 16, 2026

AI summary of this review

Apple's MacBook Pro remains the pinnacle of professional laptops, and it's faster than ever with the new M5 Pro and M5 Max chips.

Score estimated from the review text

Major publication04/2026

Major publicationApr 28, 2026

AI summary of this review

No other machine provides full workstation-level power away from a plug and lasts a long time on battery.

Score estimated from the review text

Major publication03/2026

Major publicationMar 9, 2026

AI summary of this review

With M5 Max, the 14-inch MacBook Pro is at the height of its powers as an ultraportable workstation, delivering luxury performance in just about every way despite its high price.

Score estimated from the review text