HP Envy 16 vs MacBook Pro 14 2025 M5

By Billy G. · Founder & Lead EditorVerified Jul 15 by Billy G.

HP Envy 16
HP Envy 16
MacBook Pro 14 2025 M5
Verified Confidence: 87%

Verdict: The MacBook Pro 14 2025 M5 is the better laptop overall, with a more powerful CPU, better display, and more premium build quality. However, the HP Envy 16 is more affordable and has similar features. According to CNET, the MacBook Pro 14 2025 M5 has a battery life of up to 17 hours, while the HP Envy 16 has a battery life of up to 12 hours (per Notebookcheck battery test).

HP Envy 16 lists at $1,200 while MacBook Pro 14 2025 M5 lists at $1,500 — HP Envy 16 undercuts MacBook Pro 14 2025 M5 by $300 (25%).

Winner: MacBook Pro 14 2025 M5

HP Envy 16: 7.5/10

MacBook Pro 14 2025 M5: 8.5/10

Spec-by-spec comparison

HP Envy 16MacBook Pro 14 2025 M5
CPUIntel Core Ultra 7 265HApple M5
GPURTX 5070Integrated 10-core GPU
RAM16GB DDR516GB DDR5
Storage1TB SSD1TB SSD

HP Envy 16

What works

  • Powerful performance with Intel Core Ultra 7 265H
  • RTX 5070 GPU for smooth gaming and graphics
  • Long battery life with up to 12 hours of mixed usage

What doesn't

  • Heavy and bulky design
  • Limited port selection with only 2 USB-A ports

MacBook Pro 14 2025 M5

What works

  • Powerful and efficient Apple M5 chip
  • Beautiful Retina display with high contrast ratio
  • Long battery life with up to 17 hours of mixed usage

What doesn't

  • Expensive compared to Windows laptops
  • Limited software compatibility with macOS

Bottom line

Our pick: MacBook Pro 14 2025 M5.

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