MacBook Pro 14-inch M5 Max with PROLED XDR Display (2026)

Apple MacBook Pro 14-inch M5 Max with PROLED XDR Display (2026) – 36GB RAM, 2TB SSD – Space Black or Silver

Take a 32-core GPU, 36GB of unified memory and a 2TB SSD on location. The 14.2-inch tandem OLED touchscreen gives you a detailed HDR preview, and the M5 Max supports up to four external displays back at the studio.

Blazing-fast M5 Max performance

Apple’s M5 Max combines hardware-accelerated ray tracing with a 16-core Neural Engine and 460 GB/s of memory bandwidth. A dedicated media engine accelerates H.264, HEVC, ProRes and ProRes RAW in compatible apps.

• Video finishing and motion graphics. Work across multicam timelines and effects layers. Two video encode engines and two ProRes engines help with compatible media workflows.
• 3D and GPU-heavy creative work. Review scenes and iterate on materials and lighting in apps that support hardware-accelerated ray tracing.
• AI-assisted editing. Use compatible tools for tasks such as subject selection or image upscaling.

• 18-core CPU, 32-core GPU, 36GB unified memory and a 2TB SSD. A good fit for editors and motion designers who need the 32-core GPU, room for media on a 2TB SSD and support for up to four external displays.

Brilliant 14.2-inch PROLED XDR display

The tandem OLED panel lets you inspect shadow detail and bright highlights in the same frame. Multi-Touch adds a direct way to zoom, scroll and navigate on the display.

• 3024 × 1986 resolution at 254 ppi
• 10,000,000:1 contrast ratio
• Up to 1,000 nits sustained full-screen XDR brightness and 2,000 nits peak with HDR content
• P3 and Adobe RGB wide colour support with True Tone
• ProMotion with an adaptive refresh rate from 10Hz to 120Hz

Use the built-in screen to check a grade on location, review a layout with a client or get a closer look at a RAW image before you deliver.

Pro-grade audio, camera & input

• 12MP Center Stage camera with Desk View. Stay framed in client calls or show work on your desk.
• Six-speaker sound with force-cancelling woofers. Review dialogue and music directly on the Mac.
• Three-mic array. Voice Isolation can help your voice come through clearly on calls.
• Backlit Magic Keyboard with Touch ID. Work in low light and unlock the Mac with your fingerprint.
• Force Touch trackpad. Make precise selections and move between apps with familiar gestures.

Next-generation connectivity for modern pros

Move footage from a camera card, connect fast external storage or dock into a studio workspace.

• 3 × Thunderbolt 5 (USB-C) with up to 120Gb/s in supported modes
• HDMI and SDXC for an external screen and compatible camera cards
• MagSafe 3 and a 3.5 mm headphone jack for charging and wired monitoring
• Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 6 and Thread for compatible networks and accessories

Run up to four external displays alongside the built-in screen, depending on the setup. Keep your timeline, preview and scopes in view without constantly switching windows.

Built for real-world mobility

The compact aluminium body fits comfortably into a kit bag when you move between the studio, a shoot and a client site.

• Approximately 1.40 kg and 1.50 cm thick
• Apple-rated for up to 20 hours of video streaming or 13 hours of wireless web use. Actual battery life varies by workload and settings.
• Supports fast charging with a compatible 96W or higher USB Power Delivery source

Why this 2026 14-inch MacBook Pro M5 Max stands out

The PROLED XDR generation changes how you interact with the MacBook Pro and what you can see on the built-in display.

• Tandem OLED. Rich contrast and a higher peak HDR brightness than the earlier Liquid Retina XDR model.
• Multi-Touch and Dynamic Island. Interact directly with on-screen content and see supported live updates at the top of the display.
• A compact studio setup. Thunderbolt 5 and support for up to four external displays give you room to expand when you get back to your desk.

Choose the 36GB MacBook Pro M5 Max with a 2TB SSD if you regularly edit multicam projects, work with motion graphics or want a 14-inch notebook that can drive a four-monitor studio setup.