HP Envy 16 vs MacBook Pro 16 M5

MacBook Pro 16 M5 wins — The MacBook Pro 16 M5 is the better laptop due to its exceptional performance, build quality, and display

Scores: HP Envy 16 8/10 · MacBook Pro 16 M5 9/10

The MacBook Pro 16 M5 is the better laptop due to its exceptional performance, build quality, and display. However, the HP Envy 16 offers better value for its price and is a good option for those who want a powerful laptop without breaking the bank. According to Notebookcheck, the MacBook Pro 16 M5 has a battery life of up to 22 hours, while the HP Envy 16 has a battery life of up to 14 hours.

HP Envy 16 lists at $1,200 while MacBook Pro 16 M5 lists at $1,800 — HP Envy 16 undercuts MacBook Pro 16 M5 by $600 (50%).

Spec-by-spec comparison

HP Envy 16MacBook Pro 16 M5
CPUIntel Core Ultra 9 285KApple M5
GPUNVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070Integrated 10-core GPU
RAM16GB DDR516GB DDR5
Storage1TB SSD1TB SSD

HP Envy 16

What works

  • Powerful performance with Intel Core Ultra 9 285K
  • Dedicated NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 graphics
  • Long battery life up to 14 hours

What doesn't

  • Heavy at 4.5 pounds
  • Limited port selection

MacBook Pro 16 M5

What works

  • Exceptional build quality and design
  • Outstanding display with 120Hz refresh rate
  • Long battery life up to 22 hours

What doesn't

  • Expensive starting price
  • Limited software compatibility

Bottom line

Our pick: MacBook Pro 16 M5.

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