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MacBook Pro 14-inch M5 Max
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MacBook Pro 14-inch M5 Max

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$4,199.00at Tech to SchoolChecked Nov 12

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  • Last seen at $4,199.00 at Tech to School on Nov 12.
  • Checked at 9 stores.

Our take on the MacBook Pro 14-inch M5 Max

The MacBook Pro 14-inch M5 Max is Apple's top-tier 14-inch laptop, built around the M5 Max chip for heavy video editing, 3D work, large codebases and machine learning tasks. Its Liquid Retina XDR display, Wi-Fi 6E and long battery life make it a serious portable workstation. It is far more machine than most students or office users need, and the M5 Pro model covers everyday pro work for less. Buyers who push sustained multi-core and GPU loads are the ones who benefit from the Max chip.

Best forVideo editors working with high-resolution footage3D artists and developers running heavy buildsPower users who want one fast portable machineProfessionals replacing a desktop workstation
Pros
  • M5 Max chip handles sustained multi-core and GPU workloads
  • Liquid Retina XDR display with high brightness and contrast
  • Wi-Fi 6E for fast, low-latency wireless
  • Thin, quiet chassis for its class of performance
  • Long battery life for a workstation laptop
Cons
  • Overkill and expensive for students and casual users
  • Heavy sustained loads can spin up the fans
  • Port selection is limited without a hub
  • Base storage fills quickly with large media files

MacBook Pro 14-inch M5 Max prices at every store

  • Tech to SchoolNew

    In stockReturn policy

    $4,199.00Checked Nov 12
    Visit Tech to School
  • MacExperienceRefurbished

    Availability unknown

    $4,099.00Checked Nov 12
    Visit MacExperience
  • MelroseMACRefurbished

    Availability unknown

    $4,849.00Free shippingChecked Nov 12
    Visit MelroseMAC
  • InsightRefurbished

    Availability unknown

    $5,249.00Checked Nov 12
    Visit Insight
  • AmazonNew

    Availability unknown

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    $5,249.00Free shippingChecked Nov 12
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  • CDWRefurbished

    Availability unknown

    $7,699.00Checked Nov 12
    Visit CDW
  • ExpercomRefurbished

    Availability unknownSold by Apple Premier Partner

    $7,949.00Checked Nov 12
    Visit Expercom
  • Small Dog ElectronicsRefurbished

    Availability unknown

    $8,249.99Checked Nov 12
    Visit Small Dog Electronics
  • bhphotovideo.comRefurbished

    Out of stock

    $5,249.00Free shippingChecked Nov 12
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MacBook Pro 14-inch M5 Max price history

Lowest price we've seen: $5,249.00 on Nov 12 at Amazon. Tracked across 1 store since Nov 12.

About the MacBook Pro 14-inch M5 Max

The MacBook Pro 14-inch is powered by the Apple M5 Max chip. It has a 14.2-inch LED-backlit Liquid Retina XDR display with True Tone technology and a resolution of 3024 x 1964. It can drive two external displays at up to 6016 x 3384 (6K) each, in dual or mirroring mode.

It connects with Wi-Fi (802.11ax) and Bluetooth 5.3. It has three Thunderbolt/USB 4 ports, an HDMI port and a headphone/microphone jack. It has a built-in camera, microphone and speakers, a backlit English keyboard and Touch ID. Storage is an SSD.

The battery is a 72.4 Wh Li-Poly unit rated for 14 to 22 hours of battery life. The laptop comes with a power adapter.

Processor
Apple M5 Max
Display
14.2-inch LED-backlit Liquid Retina XDR with True Tone
Resolution
3024 x 1964
External displays
Dual/mirroring support, up to 6016 x 3384 (6K) each on two displays
Storage
SSD
Wireless
Wi-Fi (IEEE 802.11ax), Bluetooth 5.3
Ethernet
No
Ports
3 x Thunderbolt/USB 4, 1 x HDMI, 1 x headphone/microphone jack
Built-in
Front camera, microphone, speakers, Touch ID
Keyboard
Backlit, English
Battery
72.4 Wh Li-Poly, 14-22 hours
Power
70 W maximum power supply, Type C plug
Dimensions
0.61 in H x 12.31 in W x 8.71 in D
Weight
Approximately 3.5 lb
Model numbers
MX2H3LL/A-24-512, MX2H3LL/A-24/1TB, MX2H3LL/A-36/1TB
In the box
Power adapter

Questions and answers

Is the M5 Max worth it over the M5 Pro?
Only if your work leans on the GPU or many CPU cores at once, such as 8K editing, 3D rendering or large model training. For writing, browsing and light editing, the M5 Pro is the better fit.
Is this a good laptop for a K-12 student?
No. The M5 Max is a professional workstation; a student is better served by a MacBook Air or base MacBook Pro, which cover schoolwork with less weight and cost.
How does it compare with the 16-inch MacBook Pro?
The 14-inch gives you the same chip family in a smaller, lighter body, but with a smaller screen and less thermal headroom for long renders. The 16-inch runs cooler and lasts longer under sustained load.
What is in the box?
The laptop, a USB-C power adapter and a USB-C to MagSafe 3 charging cable. No external display or hub is included.
Does it support external monitors?
Yes. The M5 Max drives multiple high-resolution external displays over Thunderbolt, which is one reason to choose it over the base chip.
Can I upgrade the memory or storage later?
No. Memory is part of the M5 Max package and storage is soldered, so choose your configuration at purchase.
Where is the MacBook Pro 14-inch M5 Max cheapest?
At Tech to School, for $4,199.00, as of our latest check.
Where can I buy the MacBook Pro 14-inch M5 Max?
9 stores we checked sell it, including Tech to School, MacExperience, MelroseMAC, bhphotovideo.com, Insight.

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