Apple’s refreshed 14-inch MacBook Pro is here, powered by the all-new M5 chip. It’s faster, more efficient, and deeply tuned for on-device AI tasks. Apple says it’s up to 3.5x quicker at AI workflows than the previous model, with a CPU and GPU built to handle large language models and creative workloads.
And the best part? Battery life now stretches up to 24 hours—enough to forget your charger at home and still survive the day.
M5 Chip: The AI Engine at the Core
The M5 chip drives Apple’s biggest AI leap on Mac yet. It packs a 10-core GPU, each with a Neural Accelerator, and a faster 16-core Neural Engine.
- Up to 3.5x faster AI performance vs M4
- Up to 6x faster than M1
- Up to 2x faster SSD speeds
- Up to 150GB/s unified memory bandwidth
This chip isn’t just about numbers. It runs AI-heavy apps like Draw Things, LM Studio, and Topaz Video faster and smoother. Developers can train or run local models without cloud dependency, while creatives get quicker renders in Blender and sharper upscaling in AI video tools.
The M5 makes the MacBook Pro less of a “laptop” and more of a portable AI workstation.
Performance That Scales with You
Beyond AI, the M5 boosts overall performance across the board. Apple claims 1.6x faster graphics and 20% better CPU multi-core speed than the M4 model.
- 1.8x faster AI video enhancing
- 1.7x faster 3D rendering
- 1.6x higher frame rates in games
- 1.2x faster code compiling
It’s not just for creative pros. Coders, designers, and analysts can juggle more intensive workloads at once without lag. The M5 is designed for multitasking across tools like Rhino, Notion, and Jira—all while staying cool and quiet.
Design and Battery: Subtle, but Strong
Visually, it’s still the same sleek MacBook Pro—but Apple has made quiet improvements.
- Up to 24 hours of battery life
- 50% charge in 30 minutes with 96W adapter
- 14-inch Liquid Retina XDR display with nano-texture option
- 12MP Center Stage camera and six-speaker system
Performance stays consistent on or off power—something few Windows laptops manage. And in space black, it finally looks as serious as it performs.
Sustainable, As Always
Apple’s sustainability goals continue to shape its hardware. The new MacBook Pro uses 45% recycled content, including 100% recycled aluminium and cobalt, and ships in fibre-based packaging. It’s made with 55% renewable electricity and meets all major energy efficiency standards.
This focus on materials and manufacturing keeps Apple on track for its 2030 carbon-neutral target.
Pricing and Availability in the UAE
The 14-inch MacBook Pro with M5 starts at AED 6,899, or AED 6,479 with education savings. It’s available in space black and silver, with up to 4TB of storage and 16GB of unified memory.
Pre-orders are open now, with UAE availability starting 22 October 2025.
When will the new MacBook Pro M5 be available in the UAE?
It launches on 22 October 2025, with pre-orders already open.
How much faster is the M5 compared to M4?
Expect around 3.5x faster AI processing and 1.6x faster graphics performance.
Does macOS Tahoe require an M5 Mac?
No, but it’s optimised for Apple silicon, especially the M5 chip.
Is the 24-hour battery claim realistic?
Apple’s numbers come from video playback tests, but real-world use should still deliver 18–20 hours comfortably.
What colours does it come in?
Space black and silver—Apple’s safe but classic pair.
