Apple unveils the 14-inch MacBook Pro powered by the M5 chip
Apple has introduced a new milestone for its MacBook Pro line with the 14-inch model driven by the all-new M5 chip. This generation focuses on accelerating AI workflows, boosting graphics performance, and extending battery life, while preserving the familiar pro-grade design and display users expect from the MacBook Pro family.
What’s new with the M5 chip
At the core of the update is Apple’s M5 system-on-a-chip, featuring a 10-core GPU with a Neural Accelerator integrated into each core and a faster 16-core Neural Engine. Apple claims up to 3.5x faster AI performance and up to 1.6x faster graphics than the previous M4 generation. The design also includes a faster CPU and higher memory bandwidth, which collectively speed up everything from app launches to running large language models (LLMs) directly on the device. This makes the 14-inch MacBook Pro well-suited for professional-grade AI workflows, data analysis, and creative tasks that rely on on-device processing.
Performance benchmarks and real-world impact
Users can expect noticeable gains across diverse tasks: AI-powered video enhancement flows, real-time rendering, and smoother content creation pipelines. Early comparisons show improvements such as up to 7.7x faster AI video enhancement in advanced tools, and significant boosts in 3D rendering, game frame rates, and Xcode builds when moving from older Intel or M1 systems to the M5. For professionals who blend coding with creative apps, the M5 translates to faster iterations and more responsive workstreams throughout the day.
Display, camera, and audio: Pro-grade essentials
The 14-inch MacBook Pro with M5 keeps Apple’s hallmark pro display and audio standards. It features a Liquid Retina XDR display for high brightness, deep contrast, and accurate color reproduction—critical for photographers, videographers, and designers. A 12MP Center Stage front camera, a six-speaker Spatial Audio system, and macOS Tahoe together create an immersive and productive on-device experience, especially for remote collaboration and media creation.
macOS Tahoe and Apple Intelligence
Running macOS Tahoe, the new MacBook Pro integrates Apple Intelligence for smarter on-device actions, Live Translation, and enhanced Shortcuts. The on-device AI design prioritizes privacy and speed, ensuring sensitive tasks—like real-time translations or complex data processing—occur locally without routing through the cloud. Users also benefit from a refined user interface that simplifies tasks such as file organization, search, and cross-device workflows via Continuity.
Battery life, charging, and sustainability
Apple highlights up to 24 hours of claimed battery life on a single charge under typical workloads. The MacBook Pro also supports fast charging, delivering 50% battery in about 30 minutes with a 96W USB-C adapter, while maintaining high performance when plugged in. Beyond performance, Apple emphasizes sustainability, with the device built from 45% recycled materials and shipped in 100% fiber-based packaging as part of its broader environmental goals for 2030.
Pricing, configurations, and availability in India
The 14-inch MacBook Pro with M5 starts at ₹1,69,999 in India, with education pricing at ₹1,59,999. Configurations offer up to 4TB of storage and 16GB of unified memory as standard, with additional options available via apple.com/in/mac. Pre-orders are underway, and the product will ship starting October 22, with Apple Stores, authorized resellers, and online channels carrying the device. This pricing positions the M5-powered Pro as a competitive option for professionals who require sustained performance for AI workloads, content creation, and software development on the go.
Who should consider the M5 MacBook Pro?
Professionals across software development, AI research, 3D design, and video production will benefit from the M5’s improved AI acceleration and faster storage, alongside the familiar macOS ecosystem and pro-grade display. For current Mac users, especially those on Intel or older M-series chips, the transition promises substantial gains in daily tasks, longer battery life, and more robust on-device AI capabilities that enable creative and technical workflows to run efficiently on the move.
Conclusion
With the 14-inch MacBook Pro powered by the M5 chip, Apple continues to push the envelope on AI-enabled performance while maintaining the portability and reliability that professionals rely on. In India, the new model arrives with compelling pricing and flexible configurations, making it a strong option for users seeking top-tier performance in a notebook that can handle demanding AI and creative workloads.
