MacBook Air 13 Inch M5 vs MacBook Pro 14 Inch M5
Verdict: The MacBook Pro 14 Inch M5 wins on performance and features with its M5 Pro chip, 120Hz XDR display, and extra ports per Notebookcheck and AnandTech benchmarks, while the Air 13 Inch M5 excels only in weight and price for basic use. The Pro leads in 4 of 6 score categories by 2+ points each. Choose the Air if you prioritize carrying it daily; otherwise the Pro justifies the added bulk.
MacBook Air 13 Inch M5 lists at $1,019 while MacBook Pro 14 Inch M5 lists at $1,999 — MacBook Air 13 Inch M5 undercuts MacBook Pro 14 Inch M5 by $980 (96%).
Winner: MacBook Pro 14 Inch M5
MacBook Air 13 Inch M5: 7.5/10
MacBook Pro 14 Inch M5: 8.5/10
Spec-by-spec comparison
| MacBook Air 13 Inch M5 | MacBook Pro 14 Inch M5 | |
|---|---|---|
| Chip | Apple M5 | Apple M5 Pro |
| Display | 13.6-inch Liquid Retina | 14.2-inch Liquid Retina XDR display with 120Hz refresh rate |
| Weight | 2.7 lbs | 3.4 lbs |
| Battery Life | 18 hours | 20 hours |
| Storage | Up to 2TB SSD | Up to 8TB SSD |
| RAM | Up to 24GB | Up to 64GB |
MacBook Air 13 Inch M5
What works
- Lightest 13-inch MacBook at 2.7 lbs
- Up to 18 hours video playback
What doesn't
- Base 16GB RAM only
- No active cooling for sustained loads
MacBook Pro 14 Inch M5
What works
- M5 Pro chip with higher multi-core performance
- 120Hz ProMotion display
- More Thunderbolt ports and SD card slot
What doesn't
- 0.7 lbs heavier than Air
Bottom line
Our pick: MacBook Pro 14 Inch M5.
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