We've already tested the chips inside Apple's PROLED MacBook Pro, and here's what to expect

Apple has recently unveiled the MacBook Pro with PROLED XDR Display, and initial hands-on testing reveals a remarkable performance. The laptop houses the M5 Pro and M5 Max chips, which we have already benchmarked extensively in mini-LED MacBook Pros. This means consumers can expect top-notch performance without any surprises.

There are a few differences between these new models and their predecessors, such as a lighter chassis and an OLED display. These factors, like battery capacity and screen technology, may affect certain results. However, the overall performance appears to be on par with our previous benchmarks.

The M5 Pro and M5 Max, introduced in March 2026, have undergone thorough testing. While subtle performance variations may exist, the raw numbers should closely align with our earlier findings. Apple boasts a new thermal system in these MacBook Pros, potentially allowing the M5 Pro and M5 Max to maintain their performance despite the lighter weight.

Benchmark tests reveal that the M5 Pro and M5 Max exhibit nearly identical single-core scores across the M5 family. However, the real differentiator lies in multi-core performance, where the M5 Pro and M5 Max outperform the M4 Pro by around 25% and are in line with Apple's promised 30% improvement. The M5 Pro and M5 Max both feature an 18-core CPU, while the M6 chip in the Mac mini and the new 14-inch MacBook Pro delivers superior single-core performance but trails in multi-core and graphics benchmarks.