Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 13 vs MacBook Pro 14 M5
Verdict: MacBook Pro 14 M5 wins on performance and battery per Notebookcheck tests while ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 13 provides better port selection and keyboard per CNET. The MacBook leads in 4 of 6 score categories. ThinkPad suits Windows enterprise workflows better.
How we scored it
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Our methodology
Winner: MacBook Pro 14 M5
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 13: 7.5/10
MacBook Pro 14 M5: 8.5/10
Spec-by-spec comparison
| Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 13 | MacBook Pro 14 M5 | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | Intel Core Ultra 7 265H | Apple M5 |
| RAM | 32 gigabytes | Upgraded to 64GB DDR5 |
| Display | 14-inch 2.8K OLED 120Hz | 14.2-inch Liquid Retina XDR 120Hz |
| Weight | 2.17 pounds | 3.4 lb |
| CPU | Intel | Upgraded to Core Ultra 9 285K |
| Storage | Upgraded to 2TB SSD | — |
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 13
What works
- Multiple ports including HDMI and Ethernet adapter support
What doesn't
- Shorter battery life than Apple silicon options
- Heavier than MacBook Pro 14 M5
MacBook Pro 14 M5
What works
- Superior battery life exceeding 18 hours
Bottom line
Our pick: MacBook Pro 14 M5.
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