The MacBook Pro 14 M5 wins overall with a higher verdict score thanks to its brighter 120Hz XDR display (per RTINGS measurements) and active cooling that sustains 30% higher multi-core performance than the fanless Air (per Geekbench 6 data from Notebookcheck). The Air 13 M5 remains preferable for users prioritizing 0.7-pound weight savings and silent operation. Both share the same M5 chip base ...